William E. Holyoke
William E. Holyoke | |
|---|---|
| Born | March 13, 1868 Groveton, New Hampshire |
| Died | April 3, 1934 (aged 66) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Rank | Boatswain's Mate First Class |
| Battles / wars | Boxer Rebellion |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
William Edward Holyoke (March 13, 1868 – April 3, 1934) was an American sailor serving in the United States Navy during the Boxer Rebellion who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Biography
Holyoke was born March 13, 1868, in Groveton, New Hampshire, and after entering the navy he was sent as a Boatswain's Mate First Class to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion.[1]
He died April 3, 1934, and is buried in Charles Evans Cemetery in Reading, Pennsylvania.[2] His grave can be found in section 67A, row 4, grave 41.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 13 March 1868, Groveton, N.H. Accredited to: Illinois. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
Citation:
In action with the relief expedition of the allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Holyoke distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.[1]
See also
References
- Inline
- ^ a b "HOLYOKE, WILLIAM E." Medal of Honor recipients, China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion). United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved 2010-01-03.
- ^ a b "William E. Holyoke". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2010-01-03.
- General
- "William E. Holyoke". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved 2010-01-03.