Hugh Kidder

Hugh P. Kidder (1897 – October 3, 1918) was an officer in the United States Marine Corps during World War I. Born in Waukon, Iowa, Kidder was awarded the Croix de Guerre with palm and star during World War I for courage and endurance while carrying orders to advanced positions under violent machine gun fire during a period of 9 days. Lt. Kidder was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for extraordinary heroism near Blanch Mont, France, October... more

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  • 1897

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  • Oct 3, 1918 (age 21 years)

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