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I have the original citation and newspaper picture of the ceremony for verification of these facts. I am related to Edmund in that his Brother John, was my maternal Grandfather.

Memorial Page: Edmund Riordan, Distinguished Service Cross · 21 Jan 2013 You

The medal was presented posthumously by Col. Naylor to his brother, John Riordan at a ceremony at Governor's Island on Thursday, March 10, 1932 at Fort Jay, N.Y.

Memorial Page: Edmund Riordan, Distinguished Service Cross · 21 Jan 2013 You

Wilbur Swaine received two Purple Hearts during his term of service.

Memorial Page: Wilbur Swaine · 21 Jan 2013 You

Was married to Catherine Riordan and they had one son, Albert. My dad was wounded in action and was hospitalized. He died in the hospital December 6, 1944. I married Judith…

Memorial Page: Wilbur Swaine · 21 Jan 2013 You