France Silva - Medal of Honor Citation

Medal of Honor Citation

SILVA, FRANCE

Private, U.S. Marine Corps
July 19, 1901

G.O. Navy Department, No.55
In the presence of the enemy during the action at Peking, China, June 28, to August 17, 1900. Throughout this period, Silva distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

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