Andrew P. Forbeck
Andrew Peter Forbeck (April 29, 1881 – April 24, 1924) was a United States Navy seaman received the Medal of Honor for actions aboard USS Pampanga (PG-39) on July 16, 1900, during the Philippine American War. Seaman Forbeck is buried in Erie Cemetery, Erie, Pennsylvania.
Andrew Peter Forbeck | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 29, 1881 New York City, New York |
| Died | April 24, 1924 (aged 42) Erie, Pennsylvania |
| Place of burial | Erie Cemetery Erie, Pennsylvania |
| Allegiance |  |
| Service/ |  |
| Rank | Seaman |
| Unit | USS Pampanga (PG-39) |
| Battles/wars | Philippine-American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
He is buried in Erie Cemetery Erie, Pennsylvania. His grave can be found in section 24, lot 184.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and Organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: August 29, 18,9, New York. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 55, July 19, 1901.
Citation:
For distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy during the battle of Katbalogan, Samar, Philippine Islands, July 16, 1900.
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See also
Notes
- "Andrew P. Forbeck". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2007-10-23.
References
- "Andrew P. Forbeck". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2007-10-23.
- "Gravesite". Home of Heroes. Retrieved September 27, 2010.
- "Medal of Honor citation". Home of Heroes. Retrieved September 27, 2010.
- "Forbeck, Andrew Peter - Medal of Honor Resting Places". Waymarking.com website. Retrieved September 27, 2010.
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