About Edward Allen
Lived 1859 – 1917 (aged 57). Edward Allen was an American sailor.
Edward G. Allen (December 4, 1859 – April 16, 1917) was an American sailor serving in the United States Navy during Boxer Rebellion who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Biography Allen was born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and after entering the navy Allen was sent to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion. He died on April 16, 1917, and is buried in the Evergreens Cemetery Brooklyn, New York.
Medal of Honor citation War Department, General Orders No. 55 (July 19, 1901):
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Who was Edward Allen?
American sailor and Medal of Honor recipient (1859-1917)
When was Edward Allen born?
Edward Allen was born on 4 December 1859 in Amsterdam.
When did Edward Allen die?
Edward Allen died on 16 April 1917.
What was Edward Allen's occupation?
Edward Allen was a sailor.
What nationality was Edward Allen?
Edward Allen was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Edward Allen (Medal of Honor)
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