About Michael Owens
Lived 1853 – 1890 (aged 37). Michael Owens was an American military personnel.
Michael Owens (February 6, 1837 – December 8, 1890) was a United States Marine who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition of 1871.
Owens enlisted in the Marine Corps from New York City in August 1865, and was medically discharged in 1888.
He is buried in the Naval Plot of Mount Moriah Cemetery.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: February 6, 1853, New York, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 169, February 8, 1872.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Colorado during the capture of Korean forts, 11 June 1871. Fighting courageously in hand-to-hand combat, Owens was badly wounded by the enemy during this action.
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Who was Michael Owens?
United States Marine
When was Michael Owens born?
Michael Owens was born on 6 February 1853 in New York City.
When did Michael Owens die?
Michael Owens died on 8 December 1890 in Los Angeles.
What was Michael Owens's occupation?
Michael Owens was a military personnel.
What nationality was Michael Owens?
Michael Owens was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Michael Owens (Medal of Honor)
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