Anton Olsen (Medal of Honor)

Anton Olsen
Anton Olsen's gravestone in Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Section 2, Grave 9158.
Born(1873-07-10)July 10, 1873
Norway
DiedJune 23, 1924(1924-06-23) (aged 50)
New York City, U.S.
Place of burial
Cypress Hills National Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States of America
BranchUnited States Navy
UnitUSS Marblehead
Battles / warsSpanish–American War
AwardsMedal of Honor

Ordinary Seaman Anton Olsen (July 10, 1873 – June 23, 1924) was a Norwegian-born United States Navy quartermaster who received the Medal of Honor.

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