Randolph Zane Military person

Randolph Talcott Zane (August 12, 1887 – October 24, 1918) was an officer in the United States Marine Corps during World War I. He was awarded the Navy Cross and the Distinguished Service Cross for his actions while holding the town of Bouresches, France against an enemy force of superior numbers on the night of June 7–8, 1918. The United States Navy's USS Zane is named in his honor.

Personal facts

Birth date	August 12, 1887
Birth place	Pennsylvania , Philadelphia
Date of death	October 24, 1918
Place of death	Killed in action
Resting place	Somme American Cemetery and Memorial

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allegiance	United States
award	Purple Heart Distinguished Service Cross (United States) Navy Cross
military operations	Battle of Belleau Wood
military branch	United States Marine Corps
military unit	2nd Battalion 6th Marines
service start	1909
service end	1918