William Edward Holyoke (March 13, 1868 – April 3, 1934) was an American sailor serving in the United States Navy during the Boxer Rebellion who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
William E. Holyoke | |
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| Born | March 13, 1868 Groveton, New Hampshire, U.S. |
| Died | April 3, 1934 (aged 66) |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Rank | Boatswain's Mate First Class |
| Battles/wars | Boxer Rebellion |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography edit
Holyoke was born March 13, 1868, in Groveton, New Hampshire, and after entering the navy he was sent as a Boatswain's Mate First Class to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion.[1]
He died April 3, 1934.
Medal of Honor citation edit
Rank and organization: Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 13 March 1868, Groveton, N.H. Accredited to: Illinois. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
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, Holyoke distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.[1]
See also edit
References edit
Inline
- ^ a b "HOLYOKE, WILLIAM E." Medal of Honor recipients, China Relief Expedition (Boxer Rebellion). United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved 2010-01-03.
General
- "William E. Holyoke". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved 2010-01-03.