Karl Westa

1875 – 1949

Karl Westa served the U.S. Navy. Karl was 73 years old.

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Service Record

U.S. Navy

Medal of Honor

8 September 1910 · Chief Machinist's Mate, U.S. Navy.

On board the U.S.S. North Dakota, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on board that vessel, 8 September 1910.

83, 4 October 1910.

Awards & Decorations 1

Medal of Honor - Navy September 8, 1910 · Chief Machinist's Mate, U.S. Navy. 83, 4 October 1910.

On board the U.S.S. North Dakota, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on board that vessel, 8 September 1910.

Burial Information

Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery

Section 11

Grave 83-SH

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