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Anton Olsen
Anton Olsen's gravestone in Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Section 2, Grave 9158.
Born(1867-04-26)April 26, 1867
Norway
DiedJune 23, 1924(1924-06-23) (aged 57)
Place of burial
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service / branchUnited States Navy
Battles / warsSpanish–American War
AwardsMedal of Honor

Ordinary Seaman Anton Olsen (April 26, 1867 – June 23, 1924) was a United States Navy quartermaster who received the Medal of Honor.

Medal of Honor recipients

Olsen died on June 23, 1924. He is buried in New York City in Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Section 2, Grave No. 9158.

  • Rank and organization: Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy.
    *Born: 26 April 1867, in Norway.
    *Accredited to: Massachusetts. G.O. No.: 529, 2 November 1899.

Citation:

On board the USS Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Olsen displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period.[1]

See also

References

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  1. ^ "Spanish American War Medal of Honor recipients". Archived from the original on 25 December 2007. Retrieved December 24, 2007. {{cite web}}: Unknown parameter |deadurl= ignored (|url-status= suggested) (help)