b. 09/06/1878 St Louis, Missouri. d. 25/11/1942 St Louis, Missouri.
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 21/07 – 17/08/1900 Peking, China.
Boxer Rebellion Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient. Served in the United States Marine Corps as a Private in the China Relief Expedition during the Boxer Rebellion. He was awarded the CMOH for his bravery at Peking, China, from July 21 to August 17, 1900. His citation reads “In the presence of the enemy during the action, Gaiennie distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.” His Medal was issued on July 19, 1901.
MOH CITATION:
In the presence of the enemy during the action at Peking, China, 21 July to 17 August 1900, Gaiennie distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
BURIAL LOCATION: CALVARY CEMETERY, ST LOUIS, MISSOURI.
SECTION 12, LOT 640, GRAVE 5
LOCATION OF MEDAL: SOLDIER’S MEMORIAL, ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI.
