William Horton

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

In action against the enemy at Peking, China, 21 July to 17 August 1900. Although under heavy fire from the enemy, Horton assisted in the erection of barricades.

Rank: Private
Conflicts: Boxer Rebellion
Organization: U.S. Marine Corps

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