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Veracruz occupation
Rufus Zenas Johnston
Lieutenant Commander · U.S. Navy
U.S. Navy
22 April 1914 · Place not recorded
- Branch
- U.S. Navy
- Era
- Expeditions, 1871–1933
- Home state
- North Carolina
- Action
- Rufus Zenas Johnston, 22 April 1914
The citation
Official citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914; was regimental adjutant, and eminent and conspicuous in his conduct. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.