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Robert Semple

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Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Allegheny, PA, United States
Death: May 13, 1943 (55)
Place of Burial: San Diego, San Diego, CA, United States
Managed by: Shirley Marie Caulk
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About Robert Semple

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Chief Gunner Robert Semple, United States Navy, for meritorious service under fire on the occasion of the landing of the American naval forces at Vera Cruz, Mexico, on 21 April 1914. Chief Gunner Semple was then attached to the U.S.S. Florida as a Chief Turret Captain.

General Orders: War Department, General Orders No. 120, January 10, 1924

Action Date: 21-Apr-14

Service: Navy

Rank: Chief Gunner

Division: U.S.S. Florida

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Robert Semple's Timeline

1887
August 18, 1887
Pittsburgh, Allegheny, PA, United States
1943
May 13, 1943
Age 55
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San Diego, San Diego, CA, United States