Anton Olsen (Medal of Honor)
American navy quartermaster (1873–1924) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ordinary Seaman Anton Olsen (July 10, 1873 – June 23, 1924) was a Norwegian-born United States Navy quartermaster who received the Medal of Honor.
Anton Olsen | |
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 Anton Olsen's gravestone in Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Section 2, Grave 9158. | |
| Born | July 10, 1873 Norway |
| Died | June 23, 1924 (aged 50) New York City, U.S. |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Unit | USS Marblehead |
| Battles / wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Medal of Honor recipients
Olsen died at Metropolitan Hospital in Brooklyn on June 23, 1924.[1] He is buried in New York City in Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Section 2, Grave No. 9158.
- Rank and organization: Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy.
*Born: 26 April 1867, in Norway.
*Accredited to: Massachusetts. G.O. No.: 529, 2 November 1899.
Citation:
On board the USS Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Olsen displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period.[2]
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