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Burke Hanford

1872 – 1928
Medal of Honor - Navy

Burke Hanford served the U.S. Navy. Burke was 55 years old.

Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
20 June 1900 · Machinist First Class, U.S. Navy.

Served with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China on 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. In the presence of the enemy during this period, Hanford distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

55, 19 July 1901.
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Medal of Honor - Navy June 20, 1900 · Machinist First Class, U.S. Navy. 55, 19 July 1901.
Served with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China on 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. In the presence of the enemy during this period, Hanford distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
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Medal of Honor - Navy

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