Francis Kelly (Medal of Honor)
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Francis Kelly (July 5, 1859 – May 19, 1938) was a United States Navy sailor and a recipient of America's highest military decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Spanish–American War.
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Francis Kelly | |
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Birth name | Archibald Houston |
Born | (1859-07-05)July 5, 1859 Anderston, Glasgow, Scotland |
Died | May 19, 1938(1938-05-19) (aged 77) Glasgow, Scotland |
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Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Rank | Chief Machinist's Mate |
Unit | USS Merrimac |
Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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