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U.S. Marine Corps

Fryer, Eli Thompson

ConflictVeracruz Expedition

RankBrigadier General

Year of Action1914

Unit/Command2nd Advanced Base Regiment, 17th Company

BirthplaceHightstown, New Jersey

Citation

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

Branch: U.S. Marine Corps Conflict: Veracruz Expedition Year of Action: 1914

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