Charles Robert Francis (May 19, 1875 – July 15, 1946) was a Marine who received the Medal of Honor for actions on June 21, 1900, near Tientsin, China during the Boxer Rebellion. Francis was born in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, and was a Private. He later obtained the rank of Sergeant Major. Sergeant Major Francis is buried at Hollywood Forever Cemetery. Medal of Honor citation Francis, Charles Robert, Private, U.S. Marine Corps, G.O. Navy Department, No.55, July 19, 1901 Citation: In the presence of the enemy during the battle near Tientsin, China, 21 June 1900, Francis distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. See also List of Medal of Honor recipients Notes References United States Marines 1875 births 1946 deaths United States Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipients People from Doylestown, Pennsylvania American military personnel of the Boxer Rebellion Boxer Rebellion recipients of the Medal of Honor Burials at Hollywood Forever Cemetery