Charles Robert Francis


Charles Robert Francis was a Marine who received the Medal of Honor for actions on June 21, 1900, near Tientsin, China during the Boxer Rebellion.
Francis was born in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and was a Private. He later obtained the rank of Sergeant Major. Sergeant Major Francis is buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.

Medal of Honor citation

Francis, Charles Robert, Private, U.S. Marine Corps, G.O. Navy Department, No.55, July 19, 1901
Citation:
In the presence of the enemy during the battle near Tientsin, China, 21 June 1900, Francis distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.