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U.S. Marine Corps
Orndoff, Harry Westley
Orndoff, Harry Westley
Year of Action1900
HometownSandusky, Ohio
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, Orndoff distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

Branch: U.S. Marine CorpsYear of Action: 1900

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