Bruno Albert Forsterer
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Bruno Albert Forsterer (July 14, 1869 – June 13, 1957) was a U.S. Marine Sergeant who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Second Samoan Civil War for "distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Samoa, Philippine Islands, April 1, 1899."[1] His Medal of Honor was awarded by President Theodore Roosevelt, by General Order No 55, dated July 19, 1901.[2]
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Bruno Albert Forsterer | |
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Born | (1869-07-14)July 14, 1869 Königsberg, Prussia |
Died | June 13, 1957(1957-06-13) (aged 87) Oakland, California, U.S. |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1896–1909 |
Rank | Gunnery Sergeant |
Battles/wars | Philippine–American War |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Other work | Oakland Tribune, publisher/editor |
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Forsterer joined the Marine Corps from Boston in November 1896, and was honorably discharged 13 years later.[3]