Introduction
Andre Walker Brewster (December 9, 1862 – March 27, 1942) was a major general in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the Boxer Rebellion.
Biography
Andre Walker Brewster was born on December 9, 1862 in Hoboken, New Jersey, during the American Civil War. He was commissioned in the Army in January 1885 into the Tenth Infantry. He served in "frontier duty" and the Spanish–American War.
For his actions during the Boxer Rebellion on July 13, 1900 in Tientsin, China, while a Captain with the 9th U.S Infantry, he was awarded the Medal of Honor on September 15, 1903.
During World War I, from June 1917 to September 1919, he served in France as Inspector General of General Headquarters, American Expeditionary Force (AEF).
Brewster's last command was the I Corps area in Boston, Massachusetts. He retired in 1925 with the rank of major general.
Brewster died on March 27, 1942 and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, Virginia. His grave is located in section 2, lot 1130.
Honors and awards
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Captain, 9th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At Tientsin, China, July 13, 1900. Entered service at: Philadelphia, Pa. Birth: Hoboken, N.J. Date of issue: September 15, 1903.
Citation:
While under fire rescued 2 of his men from drowning.
Distinguished Service Medal
Brewster received the Army Distinguished Service Medal for his services during World War I.
Namesakes
In World War II, the United States Navy transport ship General A. W. Brewster was named in Brewster’s honor. The ship was also active in the Korean War, earning five battle stars for her service in that conflict.