Harry Harvey (Medal of Honor, 1901)

Harry Harvey (June 4, 1873 – April 5, 1929) was a United States Marine who was awarded the United States highest honor, the Medal of Honor for "meritorious conduct" during the Philippine–American War.Medal of Honor: Historical Facts and Figures

Biography Harvey was born in New York City. He joined the Marine Corps from Brooklyn in February 1898, and was honorably discharged 5 years later.USMC History Division

Harry Harvey is buried in the Los Angeles National Cemetery.Marine Corps University

Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: June 4, 1873, New York, N.Y. Accredited to: New Jersey. G.O. No.: 55, July 19, 1901. Citation:

Citation:

Served in battle against the enemy at Benictican, 16 February 1900. Throughout this action and in the presence of the enemy, Harvey distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

Harry Harvey (Medal of Honor, 1901)

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