U.S. Navy
Torgerson, Martin TorinusYear of Action1900
Unit/CommandUSS Newark (C-1)
HometownOleesen
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, Torgerson distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
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