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U.S. Marine Corps
Hughes, John Arthur
Hughes, John Arthur
RankColonel
Year of Action1914
HometownNew York, New York
Citation

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Capt. Hughes 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 CorpsYear of Action: 1914

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