JULIUS CURTIS TOWNSEND

JULIUS CURTIS TOWNSEND

Class of 1902

Lieutenant

U.S. Navy

April 22, 1914

Vera Cruz, Mexico

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lt. Townsend 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.

JULIUS CURTIS TOWNSEND

Class of 1902

Lieutenant

U.S. Navy

April 22, 1914

Vera Cruz, Mexico

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lt. Townsend 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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Medal of Honor Plaque

Julius is one of seventy-three Naval Academy alumni awarded the Medal of Honor.

← Guy Wilkinson Stuart Castle '01

Adolphus Staton '02 →