
U.S. Marine Corps
Hill, Walter Newell
RankBrigadier General
Year of Action1914
HometownHaverhill, Massachusetts
Citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Capt. Hill 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.
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