Edward Alexander Walker

He served under fire during the long siege of Peking, China.

Edward Alexander Walker received the Medal of Honor for his conduct during the fighting at Peking, China, from 20 June to 16 July 1900. A sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, he was recognized for meritorious conduct throughout that period in the presence of the enemy.

Walker was born in Scotland on 2 October 1864. His award was accredited to Brooklyn, New York. His service in China formed part of the China Relief Expedition during the Boxer Rebellion.

The short official citation commends his conduct over several weeks but does not describe an individual assault, rescue or command assignment. A more detailed battlefield account would require additional evidence beyond the surviving award record.

Walker survived the expedition and died on 24 October 1946. His remains are at Oak Hill Mausoleum in San Jose, California. His Medal of Honor preserves recognition of sustained service during a prolonged campaign, even though the authoritative citation provides only limited detail about his individual actions.

Medal of Honor citation

In the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 20 June to 16 July 1900. Throughout this period, Walker distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.