John Francis Burnes

John Francis Burnes
Nickname(s)Martin J. Maher
Born12 July 1883
Binghamton, New York, US
Died14 June 1918 (aged 34)
Belleau Wood, France
Place of burial
Arlington National Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Marine Corps
Years of service1904–1918
RankCaptain
Battles / warsWorld War I
*Battle of Belleau Wood  (DOW)
AwardsDistinguished Service Cross, Navy Cross, Silver Star Citation

John Francis Burnes (July 12, 1883 – June 14, 1918) was an officer in the United States Marine Corps during World War I and the first Marine Mustang.

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