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U.S. Marine Corps

Dyer, Jesse Farley

RankBrigadier General

Year of Action1914

HometownSt. Paul, Minnesota

Citation

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914; was in both days fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.

Branch: U.S. Marine Corps Year of Action: 1914

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