b. 22/08/1864 Boston, Massachusetts. d. 04/03/1943 Boston, Massachusetts.
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 20-22/06/1900 China.
China Relief Expedition Medal of Honor Recipient. This was also known as the Boxer Rebellion. He entered the US Navy at Virginia and served on the USS Newark.
MOH CITATION:
In action with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Smith distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
BURIAL LOCATION: MOUNT HOPE CEMETERY, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS.
HIGHLAND AVENUE 2102, SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR LOT, GRAVE 23, LOT 1.
LOCATION OF MEDAL: UNKNOWN.
