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Private, U.S. Marine Corps
Walter Scott West was a private serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Spanish–American War. He distinguished himself through acts of bravery during his service, which ultimately earned him the nation's highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor.
While details of his broader life and service remain sparse in the provided records, his actions during the Spanish–American War stand as a testament to the valor of the Marines involved in the conflict.
His legacy is preserved through the official recognition of his courage under fire, marking him as a key historical figure within the United States Marine Corps' legacy of heroism.
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