Frank T.O. Walker

Frank T.O. Walker
Born (1878-10-06)October 6, 1878
South Boston, Massachusetts
Died October 29, 1904(1904-10-29) (aged 26)
Place of burial Bristol, Rhode Island
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Rank Private
Unit Company F, 46th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers
Battles/wars Philippine–American War
Awards Medal of Honor

Frank T.O. Walker (October 6, 1878 – October 29, 1904) was a private in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization. Private, Company F, 46th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and date: Near Taal, Luzon, Philippine Islands, January 18, 1900. Entered service at: Burlington, Mass. Birth: South Boston, Mass. Date of issue: March 11, 1902.

Citation:

Under heavy fire of the enemy he rescued a dying comrade who was sinking beneath the water.

See also

References

  • ""WALKER, FRANK O." entry". Medal of Honor recipients: Philippine-American War. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Retrieved 2008-04-27.
  • "Frank T.O. Walker". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved August 28, 2011.
  • "Frank T.O. Walker". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved September 2, 2010.


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