The President of the United States
in the name of
The Congress
takes pleasure in presenting the

Medal of Honor

to

 

WESTERMARK, AXEL

Rank and Organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: 8 April 1875, Finland. Accredited to: California. G. O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.

Citation:

In the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 28 June to 17 August 1900. Throughout this period, Westermark distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

 

 

 

 

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