Frank Albert Young
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BornJune 22, 1876
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.
DiedApril 3, 1941 (aged 64)
Mare Island Shipyard, California, U.S.[1]
Mare Island Shipyard, California, U.S.[1]
Place of burial
AllegianceUnited States
Frank Albert Young | |
|---|---|
 Grave at Arlington National Cemetery | |
| Born | June 22, 1876 Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Died | April 3, 1941 (aged 64) Mare Island Shipyard, California, U.S.[1] |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1897–1923 |
| Rank | Sergeant Major |
| Battles / wars | China Relief Expedition |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Frank Albert Young (June 22, 1876 – April 3, 1941) served in the United States Marine Corps. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the China Relief Expedition.
Young was born on June 22, 1876, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.[2] He died on April 3, 1941, and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington, Virginia.[3]
His award citation reads:
For extraordinary heroism in action in the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 20 June to 16 July 1900. Throughout this period, Private Young distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
