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LT Frank Bruce: Commander, 2nd Division - Overseas Minesweepers (USS Bobolink AM-20)
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LT FRANK BRUCE, USN
Commander USS Bobolink (AM 20) Orkney Islands, North Atlantic.
Bruce entered the Navy as a Boatswain 6 February 1898 and was commissioned a Lieutenant (temporary) 1 July 1918. He commanded Bobolink (AM-20) during the North Sea Mine Barrage Sweep and was killed when a mine exploded 17 May 1919.
Criteria The Navy Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who, while serving in any capacity with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguish themselves by exceptionally meritorious ser... The Navy Distinguished Service Medal is awarded to members of the Armed Forces who, while serving in any capacity with the Navy or Marine Corps, distinguish themselves by exceptionally meritorious service to the Government in a duty of great responsibility. MoreHide
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Navy Distinguished Service Medal
Awarded for actions during the World War I
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Distinguished Service Med... AWARDS AND CITATIONS
Navy Distinguished Service Medal
Awarded for actions during the World War I
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Navy Distinguished Service Medal (Posthumously) to Lieutenant Frank Bruce, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. BOBOLINK, engaged in mine sweeping on the North Sea, when, on 14 May 1919, 1 mine was found to be foul of a parted sweep which was being reeled in. As soon as this dangerous situation was reported to him, Lieutenant Bruce took his station at the stern, sending everyone else forward, and proceeded to direct the operation of attempting to clear the mine. When the mine was near the surface and directly under the stern of the ship it exploded, killing Lieutenant Bruce almost instantly.
Action Date: May 14, 1919
Service: Navy
Rank: Lieutenant
Company: Commanding Officer
Division: U.S.S. Bobolink MoreHide
Criteria The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on... The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on their Conduct Records, and who were recommended by their commanding officer. In time it came to be awarded for the honorable completion of a fixed term of service. MoreHide
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Boatswain Mate Frank Bruce, enlisted service from 1898-1918, 20 years. Commissioned Lieutenant in 1918 and killed in action May 1919 during mine clearing operations.
Criteria The World War I Victory Medal was awarded for military service during the First World War. It was awarded for active service between April 6, 1917, and November 11, 1918; for service with the American... The World War I Victory Medal was awarded for military service during the First World War. It was awarded for active service between April 6, 1917, and November 11, 1918; for service with the American Expeditionary Forces in European Russia between November 12, 1918, and August 5, 1919; or for service with the American Expeditionary Forces in Siberia between November 23, 1918, and April 1, 1920. MoreHide
Description LT FRANK BRUCE, USN
Commander USS Bobolink (AM 20) Orkney Islands, North Atlantic.
Bruce entered the Navy as a Boatswain 6 February 1898 and was commissioned a Lieutenant (temporary) 1 July 1918. He c... LT FRANK BRUCE, USN
Commander USS Bobolink (AM 20) Orkney Islands, North Atlantic.
Bruce entered the Navy as a Boatswain 6 February 1898 and was commissioned a Lieutenant (temporary) 1 July 1918. He commanded Bobolink (AM-20) during the North Sea Mine Barrage Sweep and was killed when a mine exploded 14 May 1919. MoreHide
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COMMINERON ONE performed 10 mining missions into the North Sea.
Memories LT FRANK BRUCE, USN
Commander USS Bobolink (AM 20) Orkney Islands, North Atlantic.
Bruce entered theLT FRANK BRUCE, USN
Commander USS Bobolink (AM 20) Orkney Islands, North Atlantic.
Bruce entered the Navy as a Boatswain 6 February 1898 and was commissioned a Lieutenant (temporary) 1 July 1918. He commanded Bobolink (AM-20) during the North Sea Mine Barrage Sweep and was killed when a mine exploded 17 May 1919.... More
Criteria The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on... The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on their Conduct Records, and who were recommended by their commanding officer. In time it came to be awarded for the honorable completion of a fixed term of service. MoreHide
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Boatswain Mate Frank Bruce, enlisted service from 1898-1918, 20 years. Commissioned Lieutenant in 1918 and killed in action May 1919 during mine clearing operations.
Criteria The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on... The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on their Conduct Records, and who were recommended by their commanding officer. In time it came to be awarded for the honorable completion of a fixed term of service. MoreHide
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Boatswain Mate Frank Bruce, enlisted service from 1898-1918, 20 years. Commissioned Lieutenant in 1918 and killed in action May 1919 during mine clearing operations.
Criteria The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on... The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on their Conduct Records, and who were recommended by their commanding officer. In time it came to be awarded for the honorable completion of a fixed term of service. MoreHide
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Boatswain Mate Frank Bruce, enlisted service from 1898-1918, 20 years. Commissioned Lieutenant in 1918 and killed in action May 1919 during mine clearing operations.
Criteria The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on... The Good Conduct Medal was initially awarded to enlisted men of the Navy who completed a second (or subsequent) enlistment of three years under Continuous Service; obtained a general average of 4.5 on their Conduct Records, and who were recommended by their commanding officer. In time it came to be awarded for the honorable completion of a fixed term of service. MoreHide
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Boatswain Mate Frank Bruce, enlisted service from 1898-1918, 20 years. Commissioned Lieutenant in 1918 and killed in action May 1919 during mine clearing operations.
LT Frank Bruce: Commander, 2nd Division - Overseas Minesweepers (USS Bobolink AM-20)
LT FRANK BRUCE, USN
Commander USS Bobolink (AM 20) Orkney Islands, North Atlantic.
Bruce entered the Navy as a Boatswain 6 February 1898 and was commissioned a Lieutenant (temporary) 1 July 1918. He commanded Bobolink (AM-20) during the North Sea Mine Barrage Sweep and was killed when a mine exploded 17 May 1919.