The President of the United States
in the name of
The Congress
takes pleasure in presenting the
Medal of Honor
to
SMITH, JAMES
Rank and Organization: Landsman, U.S. Navy. Born: 2 September 1880,
New York. Accredited to: New York. G. O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
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, Smith distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
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