Karl Thomas
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Biography
Thomas was born March 17, 1871, in Germany, and after entering the navy in 1895[1] he was sent as an Coxswain to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion.[2]
He died July 18, 1900, and is buried in San Francisco National Cemetery, San Francisco, California.[3]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Coxswain, U.S. Navy. Born: 17 March 1871, Germany. Accredited to: New York. 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, Thomas distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.[2]
See also
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References
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- ↑ Service Profile
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- 1871 births
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- German-born Medal of Honor recipients
- Emigrants from the German Empire to the United States
- Military personnel from New York (state)
- Boxer Rebellion recipients of the Medal of Honor