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Hamberger was born January 5, 1871 in Newark, New Jersey, and after entering the navy Hamberger was sent as a Chief Carpenter"s Mate to China to fight in the Boxer Rebellion.
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He died September 1, 1937, and is buried in the Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia.
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United States
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Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Chief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy. Born: 5 August 1870, Newark, N.J. Accredited to: New Jersey. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901. Citation: Fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900, Hamberger distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Chief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy. Born: 5 August 1870, Newark, N.J. Accredited to: New Jersey. G.O. No.: 55, 19 July 1901. Citation: Fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900, Hamberger distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.