Andrew P. Forbeck

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Andrew Peter Forbeck
(29 April 1881-24 April 1924)
Place of birth New York City, New York
Place of death Erie, Pennsylvania
Allegiance US Army
Rank Seaman
Unit USS Panay
Battles/wars Philippine-American War
Awards Medal of Honor

Andrew Peter Forbeck (29 April 1881 (New York City, New York and died 24 April 1924 was a United States Navy Seaman awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for actions aboard USS Panay on 16 July 1900 during the Philippine American War. Seaman Forbeck is buried in Erie Cemetery, Erie, Pennsylvania.

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FORBECK, ANDREW P. Rank and Organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: 29 August 18,9, New York. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901. Citation: For distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy during the battle of Katbalogan, Samar, Philippine Islands, 16 July 1900.

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