Frederick Funston

Frederick Funston
Funston c. 1910
Nickname"Fearless Freddie"
Born(1865-11-09)November 9, 1865
DiedFebruary 19, 1917(1917-02-19) (aged 51)
Place of burial
Allegiance United States of America
Branch United States Army
Service years1898–1917
Rank Major General
CommandsHawaiian Department
ConflictsSpanish–American War
Philippine–American War
Occupation of Veracruz
Bandit War
Awards Medal of Honor
Spouse
Eda Blankart Funston
(m. 1898)
Children
  • Arthur MacArthur Funston
  • Frederick Funston
  • Barbara Funston
  • Eleanor Elizabeth Funston
Relations
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Frederick Funston (November 9, 1865 – February 19, 1917), also known as Fighting Fred Funston, was a general in the United States Army, best known for his roles in the Spanish–American War and the Philippine–American War; he received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the latter conflict.