b. 21/07/1876 Chicago, Illinois. d. 14/02/1969 Seattle, Washington.
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 21/07 – 17/08/1900 Peking, China.
William C Horton MOH
Boxer Rebellion Medal of Honor Recipient. Served in the American Chinese Relief Expedition during the Boxer Rebellion as a Private in the United States Marine Corps. He was awarded the CMOH for his bravery at Peking, China. His citation reads “In action against the enemy at Peking, China, 21 July to 17 August 1900. Although under heavy fire from the enemy, Horton assisted in the erection of barricades”. His Medal was issued on July 19, 1901.
MOH CITATION:
In action against the enemy at Peking, China, 21 July to 17 August 1900. Although under heavy fire from the enemy, Horton assisted in the erection of barricades.
BURIAL LOCATION: EVERGREEN-WASHELLI MEMORIAL PARK, SEATTLE, WASHINGTON.
VETS SECTION CORAL SEA, LOT W, GRAVE 98.
LOCATION OF MEDAL: BELIEVED TO BE FAMILY.
