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U.S. Navy
Clancy, Joseph
Clancy, Joseph
RankLieutenant
Year of Action1900
Unit/CommandUSS Newark (C-1)
HometownNew York, New York
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, Clancy distinguished himself by his conduct.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1900

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