Edward E. Lyon
Edward Eugene Lyon | |
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Edward Lyon on left with fellow Medal of Honor recipient Marcus W. Robertson on the right in Manila, Philippines | |
| Born | August 8, 1871 Hixton, Wisconsin |
| Died | November 18, 1931 (aged 60) California |
| Place of burial | Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Hollywood, California |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Young's Scouts, 2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | Philippine–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
| Other work | Police Officer |
Edward Eugene Lyon (August 8, 1871 – November 18, 1931) was a United States Army private who received the Medal of Honor for actions on May 13, 1899, during the Philippine–American War. Private Lyon was part of the Young's Scouts, 2nd Oregon Volunteer Infantry Regiment. He later became a police sergeant.
Private Lyon is buried in Hollywood Forever Cemetery, Hollywood, California.