U.S. Marine Corps
Fryer, Eli ThompsonRankBrigadier General
Year of Action1914
Unit/Command2nd Advanced Base Regiment, 17th Company
HometownHightstown, 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.
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