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Allen, Edward G.

U.S. Navy

Allen, Edward G.

Allen, Edward G.

ConflictChina Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)

RankChief Boatswain

Year of Action1900

Unit/CommandUSS Newark (C-1)

Citation

Fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900, Allen distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

Branch: U.S. Navy Conflict: China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)Year of Action: 1900

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