Background
Franklin was born on June 18, 1870 in Buffalo, New New York
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Joseph Franklin
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Career
He retired with the rank of Sergeant Major in August 1929. Franklin died on April 28, 1940, and is buried in Cypress Hills Cemetery, Brooklyn, New New York His grave can be found in the laurel green section, block 1, grave 312.
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April 28, 1940 (aged 69) -
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United States
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Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 18 June 1870, Buffalo, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899. Citation: On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Franklin set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 18 June 1870, Buffalo, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899. Citation: On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Franklin set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.