| William Louis Carr | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 1, 1878 Peabody, Massachusetts |
| Died | April 14, 1921 (aged 43) |
| Place of burial | Ohio Veterans Home Cemetery Sandusky, Ohio |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/branch | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1898 - 1903 |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Battles/wars | Boxer Rebellion |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
William L. Carr (April 1, 1878-April 14, 1921) was an American Private serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Boxer Rebellion who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
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Carr was born April 1, 1878 in Peabody, Massachusetts and enlisted into the Marine Corps from Boston, Massachusetts June 7, 1898.[1] After entering the Marine Corps he was sent to fight in the Chinese Boxer Rebellion.[2]
He received his Medal for his actions in Peking, China from July 21-August 17, 1900.[2] The Medal was presented to him December 11, 1901.[1] He was discharged from the Marine Corps in Boston, Massachusetts as a Corporal June 10, 1903.[1]
He died April 14, 1921 and is buried in Ohio Veterans Home Cemetery Sandusky, Ohio.[3] His grave can be found in section F, row 7, grave 37.[3]
Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 1 April 1875, Peabody, Mass. Accredited to: Massachusetts. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
Citation:
In action at Peking, China, 21 July to 17 August 1900. Throughout this action and in the presence of the enemy, Carr distinguished himself by his conduct.[2]