The US Government dispatched a small force of marines to stabilize certain governments and maintain order in countries such as Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic. Three Citadel alumni are known to have lost their lives in battle while supporting those elected governments.
| Class | Rank, Name, Unit | Battle | Death Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1916 | 2/Lt. James Karl Bolton (USMC) | KIA, San Pedro de Mancoris, Dominican Republic | January 10, 1917 |
| 1916 | Maj. William Byrd (USMC) | KIA, Esteli, Nicaragua | March 9, 1928 |
| 1917 | 1/Lt. Richard G. Howard (USMC) | KIA, Yuma, Dominican Republic | August 14, 1919 |
