Harry Harvey

American actor
The basics

Quick Facts

IntroAmerican actor
A.K.A.Harry Harvey Sr.
A.K.A.Harry Harvey Sr.
PlacesUnited States of America
wasSoldier Military personnel Actor Film director
Work fieldFilm, TV, Stage & Radio Military
Gender
Male
Birth16 February 1873, New York City, New York, USA
Death5 April 1928Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, USA (aged 55 years)
Star signAquarius
Awards
Medal of Honor 
The details

Biography

Harry Harvey (June 4, 1873 – April 5, 1929) was a United States Marine who was awarded the United States highest honor, the Medal of Honor for "meritorious conduct" during the Philippine–American War.

Biography

Harvey was born in New York City. He joined the Marine Corps from Brooklyn in February 1898, and was honorably discharged 5 years later.

Harry Harvey is buried in the Los Angeles National Cemetery.

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: June 4, 1873, New York, N.Y. Accredited to: New Jersey. G.O. No.: 55, July 19, 1901. Citation:

Citation:

Served in battle against the enemy at Benictican, 16 February 1900. Throughout this action and in the presence of the enemy, Harvey distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

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