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U.S. Marine Corps · United States 
France Silva
1876 – 1951
France Silva served the U.S. Marine Corps. France was 74 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Marine Corps
Medal of Honor
21 July 1900 · Private, U.S. Marine Corps.
In the presence of the enemy during the action at Peking; China, 28 June to 17 August 1900.1Throughout this period, Silva distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
55, 19 July 1901
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
55, 19 July 1901
In the presence of the enemy during the action at Peking; China, 28 June to 17 August 1900.1Throughout this period, Silva distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
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