France Silva | |
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| Born | May 8, 1876 Hayward, California, U.S. |
| Died | April 10, 1951 (aged 74) Red Bluff, California, U.S. |
| Place of burial | Sunset Hills Cemetery, Corning, California |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Service | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1899–1901 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | USS Newark |
| Battles / wars | Boxer Rebellion |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
France Silva (May 8, 1876 – April 10, 1951) was the first United States Marine of Mexican-American and Hispanic heritage to receive the Medal of Honor. He received the Medal of Honor for his meritorious conduct in China during the Boxer Rebellion.[1]