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U.S. Marine Corps
Quick, John Henry
Quick, John Henry
RankSergeant Major
Year of Action1898
HometownCharleston, West Virginia
Citation

In action during the battle of Cuzco, Cuba, 14 June 1898. Distinguishing himself during this action, Quick signaled the USS Dolphin on 3 different occasions while exposed to a heavy fire from the enemy.

Branch: U.S. Marine CorpsYear of Action: 1898

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