Julius Spear Turrill
American soldier
About Julius Spear Turrill
Lived 1876 – 1943 (aged 66–67).
Career
In his youth, he worked on a farm.
Military career
He was stationed at Cavite in the Philippines in 1903.
He participated in the Battle of Belleau Wood in 1918.
Awards and honours
He received the Navy Cross for his service during the World War One.
He also received the Distinguished Service Cross in 1919. His award citation reads:
He also had at multiple Silver Star Citations, The Philippine Campaign Medal, China Relief Expedition Medal, Mexican Service Medal, WWI Victory Medal with five campaign stars, and Army of Occupation of Germany Medal. His foreign awards include the French Fourragère in the colors of the Croix de Guerre, Chevalier of the French Legion of Honour, French Croix de Guerre with Bronze star and two palms, and the Haitian National Order of Honour and Merit.
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Important facts
Contemporaries
People whose lives overlapped Julius Spear Turrill's
Frequently asked questions
Who was Julius Spear Turrill?
American soldier
When was Julius Spear Turrill born?
Julius Spear Turrill was born in 1876.
When did Julius Spear Turrill die?
Julius Spear Turrill died in 1943.
Sources & further reading
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