Joseph Mitchell (Medal of Honor)
Joseph A. Mitchell | |
|---|---|
.jpg) Mitchell firing "The Old International" | |
| Born | November 27, 1876 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Died | June 9, 1925 (aged 48) |
| Place of burial | Saint Pauls Cemetery Portsmouth, Virginia |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Rank | Gunner's Mate First Class |
| Battles / wars | Boxer Rebellion |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Joseph Andrew Mitchell (November 27, 1876 – June 9, 1925) was an American sailor serving in the United States Navy during the Boxer Rebellion who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Biography
Mitchell was born November 27, 1876 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and after entering the navy he was sent as a Gunner's Mate First Class to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion.[1]
He died June 9, 1925, and is buried in Saint Pauls Cemetery Portsmouth, Virginia.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 27 November 1876, Philadelphia, Pa. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
Citation: In the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 12 July 1900, Mitchell distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.[1]
See also
References
- ^ a b "MITCHELL, JOSEPH". Medal of Honor recipients, China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion). United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved January 31, 2010.
- ^ "Joseph Mitchell". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved January 31, 2010.
External links
- "Joseph Mitchell". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved January 31, 2010.