Major General William Peterkin Upshur served in the U.S. Marine Corps. William served with the 15th Company, 2d Marine Regiment. William served in World War I, the Haiti Occupation and World War II. William was 61 years old.
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15th Company, 2d Marine Regiment
Branch
Highest rank
In company with members of the 15th Company of Marines, all mounted, Capt. Upshur left Fort Liberte, Haiti, for a six-day reconnaissance. After dark on the evening of 24 October 1915, while crossing the river in a deep ravine, the detachment was suddenly fired upon from three sides by about 400 Cacos concealed in bushes about 100 yards from the fort. The marine detachment fought its way forward to a good position, which it maintained during the night, although subjected to a continuous fire from the Cacos. At daybreak, Capt. Upshur, in command of one of the three squads which advanced in three different directions, led his men forward, surprising and scattering the Cacos, and aiding in the capture of Fort Dipitie.
Honors · 8 decorations
Awards & Decorations
8
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
For service and achievement
Campaign and service medals
Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal 1 bronze service star
Burial Information
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