Frank Albert Young
Appearance
Frank Albert Young | |
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Born | Milwaukee, Wisconsin | June 22, 1876
Died | April 3, 1941 | (aged 64)
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1897 - 1923 |
Rank | Sergeant Major |
Battles/wars | China Relief Expedition |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Frank Albert Young (June 22, 1876 – April 3, 1941) served in the United States Marine Corps. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the China Relief Expedition.
Young was born on June 22, 1876, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.[1] He died on April 3, 1941, and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington County, Virginia.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
His award citation reads:
For extraordinary heroism in action in the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 20 June to 16 July 1900. Throughout this period, Private Young distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
See also
References
This article incorporates public domain material from websites or documents of the United States Army Center of Military History.
- ^ "Frank Albert Young". Hall of Valor. Military Times.
- ^ "Frank Albert Young". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2009-12-18.
External links
- "Frank Albert Young". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved 2009-12-18.
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