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U.S. Navy
Holyoke, William Edward
Holyoke, William Edward
Year of Action1900
Unit/CommandUSS Newark (C-1)
HometownGroveton, New Hampshire
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, Holyoke distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1900

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