About Allan C. Kelton
Lived 1846 – 1928 (aged 82). Allan C. Kelton was an American military officer.
Allan Cunningham Kelton (June 24, 1846 – November 22, 1928) was an American officer serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Spanish–American War who was one of 23 Marine Corps officers approved to receive the Marine Corps Brevet Medal for bravery. He was commissioned in the Marine Corps in 1869.
Presidential citation Citation The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Marine Corps Brevet Medal to Allan Cunningham Kelton, Captain, U.S. Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct and public service in the presence of the enemy at Guantanamo, Cuba, 11 June 1898. On 18 March 1901, appointed Major, by brevet.
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Who was Allan C. Kelton?
Marine Corps Brevet Medal recipient
When was Allan C. Kelton born?
Allan C. Kelton was born on 24 June 1846 in Philadelphia.
When did Allan C. Kelton die?
Allan C. Kelton died on 22 November 1928.
What was Allan C. Kelton's occupation?
Allan C. Kelton was a military officer.
What nationality was Allan C. Kelton?
Allan C. Kelton was American.
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