Coxswain Karl Thomas

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Coxswain Karl Thomas, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Coxswain Thomas distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.

General Orders: War Department, General Orders No. 55 (July 19, 1901)

Action Date: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900

Service: Navy

Rank: Coxswain

Division: U.S.S. Newark