Edward Allen (Medal of Honor)
Edward G. Allen (December 4, 1859 – April 16, 1917) was an American sailor serving in the United States Navy during Boxer Rebellion who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Edward G. Allen | |
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| Born | December 4, 1859 Amsterdam, the Netherlands |
| Died | April 16, 1917 (aged 57) |
| Buried | Evergreens Cemetery Brooklyn, New York, United States Arlington National Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Rank | Chief Boatswain's Mate |
| Unit | USS Newark |
| Battles/wars | Boxer Rebellion |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Allen was born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and after entering the navy Allen was sent to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion. He died on April 16, 1917, and is buried in the Evergreens Cemetery Brooklyn, New York.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 4 December 1859, Amsterdam, Holland. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
Citation:
Fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900, Allen distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.[2]
See also
References
- Medal of Honor Historical Society of the United States
- "ALLEN, EDWARD". Medal of Honor recipients, China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion). United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved 2010-01-03.
External links
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