About Anton Olsen
Lived 1873 – 1924 (aged 50). Anton Olsen was a military personnel.
Ordinary Seaman Anton Olsen (July 10, 1873 – June 23, 1924) was a Norwegian-born United States Navy quartermaster who received the Medal of Honor.
Medal of Honor recipients Olsen died at Metropolitan Hospital in Brooklyn on June 23, 1924. He is buried in New York City in Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Section 2, Grave No. 9158. Rank and organization: Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy. *Born: 26 April 1867, in Norway. *Accredited to: Massachusetts. G.O. No.: 529, 2 November 1899.
Citation:
On board the during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Olsen displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period.
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United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient
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Anton Olsen was born on 10 July 1873 in Norway.
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Anton Olsen died on 23 June 1924 in Metropolitan Hospital Center.
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Anton Olsen was a military personnel.
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