William Nessler McKelvy Sr. (July 15, 1869 – September 22, 1933) was an American officer born in Allegheny, Pennsylvania and serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Spanish–American War who was one of 23 Marine Corps officers approved to receive the Marine Corps Brevet Medal for bravery. He graduated from the US Naval Academy in 1891, and was commissioned in the Marine Corps in 1893.
William Nessler McKelvy Sr. | |
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Born | 15 July 1869 Allegheny, Pennsylvania, US |
Died | 22 September 1933 |
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Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1891 - 1925 |
Rank | Colonel |
Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
Awards | Marine Corps Brevet Medal |
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