Robert Galbraith (Medal of Honor)
Appearance
Robert Galbraith | |
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Born | Brooklyn, New York New York | February 18, 1878
Died | May 13, 1949 | (aged 71)
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service | United States Navy |
Rank | Gunner's Mate Third Class |
Battles / wars | El Pardo Cebu |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Robert Galbraith (February 18, 1878 – May 13, 1949) was a United States Navy Gunner's Mate, 3rd class received the Medal of Honor for actions on 12–13 September 1899 during the Philippine-American War. Gunner's Mate Galbraith is buried in the Long Island National Cemetery.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and Organization: Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 17 February 1880, Brooklyn, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 531, 21 November 1900.
Citation:
For extraordinary heroism and gallantry while under fire of the enemy at El Pardo, Cebu, Philippine Islands, 12 and 13 September 1899.
See also
Notes
- Gunner's Mate Galbraith's citation lists his date of birth as 18 February 1880 while his actual date of birth was '17 February 1878.
References
- "Medal of Honor citation Home of Heroes". Retrieved October 5, 2010.
- "Robert Galbraith". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2007-10-23.