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U.S. Marine Corps

Hughes, John Arthur

ConflictVeracruz Expedition

RankColonel

Year of Action1914

BirthplaceNew 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 Corps Conflict: Veracruz Expedition Year of Action: 1914

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