Lawrence C. Sinnett | |
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Born | April 4, 1888 Burnt House, West Virginia |
Died | June 11, 1962 | (aged 74)
Place of burial | Odd Fellows cemetery, Harrisville, West Virginia |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/branch | United States Navy |
Rank | Seaman |
Unit | U.S.S. Florida |
Battles/wars | United States occupation of Veracruz |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Lawrence C. Sinnett (April 4, 1888-June 11, 1962) was a Seaman in the United States Navy and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the United States occupation of Veracruz.
He died June 11, 1962 and is buried in Odd Fellows cemetery, Harrisville, West Virginia.
Rank and organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: 4 April 1888, Burnt House, W. Va. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 101, 15 June 1914.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Florida, Sinnett showed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914.