| Franz Anton Itrich | |
|---|---|
| Born | November 26, 1853 Gross Katz, Germany |
| Died | June 11, 1933 (aged 79) |
| Place of burial | San Francisco National Cemetery San Francisco, California |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Chief Carpenter's Mate |
| Unit | U.S.S. Petrel |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Franz Anton Itrich (November 26, 1853-June 11, 1933) was a chief carpenter's mate serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
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Itrich was born November 26, 1853 in Gross Katz, Germany and after entering the navy was sent as a chief carpenter's mate to fight in the Spanish-American War aboard the U.S.S. Petrel.[1]
He died June 11, 1933 and is buried in San Francisco National Cemetery San Francisco, California.[2] His grave can be found in section OSA, grave 83-5.[2]
Rank and organization: Chief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy. Born: 26 November 1853, Gross Katz, Germany. Accredited to: California. G.O. No.: 13, 5 December 1900.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Petrel, Manila, Philippine Islands, 1 May 1898. Serving in the presence of the enemy, Itrich displayed heroism during the action.[1]