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U.S. Marine Corps
Phillips, Reuben Jasper
Phillips, Reuben Jasper
RankSergeant
Year of Action1900
HometownCambria, California
Citation

In action with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Phillips distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

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

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