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U.S. Marine Corps
Scannell, David John
Scannell, David John
Year of Action1900
HometownBoston, Massachusetts
Citation

In the presence of the enemy during the action at Peking, China, 21 July to 17 August 1900. Throughout this period, Scannell distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

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

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