U.S. Navy
Axel Westermark
ConflictChina Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion)
RankGunner's Mate First Class
Year of Action1900
Unit/CommandUSS Newark (C-1)
BirthplaceBergo
Citation
In the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 28 June to 17 August 1900. Throughout this period, Westermark distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
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