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U.S. Marine Corps

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 Corps Year of Action: 1900

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