Clarence Edward Mathias Biography
Mathias was born December 12, 1876, in Royalton, Pennsylvania , and after entering the Marine Corps he was sent as a private to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion.[ 1]
He died December 9, 1935, and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery , Arlington, Virginia . His grave can be found in section 6, lot 8681, map grid W/22.[ 2]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 12 December 1876, Royalton, Pa. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901.
Citation:
In the presence of the enemy during the advance on Tientsin, China, 13 July 1900, Mathias distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.[ 1]
