b. 28/07/1874 Cambria, California. d. 08/02/1936 San Francisco, California.
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 20-22/06/1900 China.
Boxer Rebellion Medal of Honor Recipient. Phillips was awarded his CMOH as a Corporal in the United States Marine Corps. His citation reads, “In action with 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, Phillips distinguished himself be meritorious conduct.” Phillips would retire from the marines at the rank of Sergeant.
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, Phillips distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
BURIAL LOCATION: SAN FRANCISCO NATIONAL CEMETERY, SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA.
SECTION OSD, ROW 118, GRAVE 3.
LOCATION OF MEDAL: UNKNOWN.
