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William Kelly Harrison

United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient (1870-1928)
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Summary

William Kelly Harrison was born on July 30, 1870[1], in Waco[2]. He died on August 15, 1928[3], in San Diego[4].

Key Facts

  • Place of burial: Arlington National Cemetery[5]
  • Father: Thomas Harrison[6]
  • Country of citizenship: United States[7]
  • Educated at: United States Naval Academy[8]
  • Award received: Medal of Honor[9]
  • Sex or gender: male[10]
  • Military branch: United States Navy[11]
  • Commons category: William Kelly Harrison[12]
  • Participated in conflict: Banana Wars[13]
  • Family name: Harrison[14]
  • Given name: William[15]
  • Allegiance: United States[16]

FAQs

Where was William Kelly Harrison born?

William Kelly Harrison was born in Waco[2].

Where did William Kelly Harrison die?

William Kelly Harrison passed away in San Diego[4].

Who were William Kelly Harrison's parents?

William Kelly Harrison's father was Thomas Harrison[6].

Where did William Kelly Harrison go to school?

William Kelly Harrison was educated at United States Naval Academy[8].

What awards did William Kelly Harrison receive?

Honors received include Medal of Honor[9].

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  16. [16] ↑ . wikidata.org.

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  1. 19d ago · So29375609982 · 2026-09-23 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Father → Thomas Harrison
    "/* wbsetclaim-create:2||1 */ Father: Thomas Harrison"
  2. 21w ago · Lesko987a · 2026-05-18 view diff on Wikidata ↗
    Image of grave → William Kelly Harrison Arlington National Cemetery.jpg
    Date of birth → +1870-07-30T00:00:00Z
    Country of citizenship → United States
    Handbook of texas id → fhasy
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