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    FREDERICK VALLETTE MCNAIR, JR.

    Medal of Honor Citation

    FREDERICK VALLETTE MCNAIR, JR.

    FREDERICK VALLETTE MCNAIR, JR.

    Lieutenant

    U.S. Navy

    April 22, 1914

    Vera Cruz, Mexico

    For distinguished conduct in battle engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lt. McNair was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.

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    You can read more about Frederick on his wikipedia page.

    Medal of Honor Plaque

    Frederick is one of seventy-two Naval Academy alumni who have been awarded the Medal of Honor.

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