Robert Semple (Medal of Honor), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient
Date of Birth: 18-Aug-1887
Place of Birth: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Date of Death: 13-May-1943
Profession: military officer
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Leo 
About Robert Semple (Medal of Honor)
- Robert Semple (August 18, 1887 – May 13, 1943) was born in Pittsburgh and became famous as the Chief Gunner in the United States Navy stationed aboard the USS Florida (BB-30). Semple achieved the rank of lieutenant commander.
- He received the Medal of Honor for his service during the Vera Cruz campaign.
- He also received the Navy Cross for his service in the North Sea minefields during World War I.
- After retiring in 1937, he was recalled at the start of World War II, and died while on active duty.
- Today his Medal of Honor is on sale on Ebay Semple is buried at Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery, San Diego, California.
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