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Civil War 307*Interim (1865-1871) 12Korea (1871) 9Interim (1871-1898) 101Spanish-American War 64Philippine Insurrection 5Samoan Campaign 1China (Boxer Rebellion) 22Interim (1899-1910) 49Philippines (1911) 5

Vera Cruz (Mexico) 46Interim (1910-1917) 8World War I 21Interim (1919-1942) 15World War II 57Korean War 7Vietnam War 15U.S.S. Liberty 1War on Terrorism 2*Includes TWO Civilian Pilots in service to the Navy

INDIVIDUAL CITATIONS AND PHOTOS FOR AWARDS OF THE MEDAL OF HONORTO MEMBERS OF THE U.S. NAVY - CIVIL WAR TO PRESENT

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CIVIL WAR.......................................1Aheam, Michael..................................1Anderson, Robert N............................1Angling, John......................................1Arther, Matthew..................................1Asten, Charles (POW)........................1Atkinson, Thomas E...........................1Avery, James......................................2Baker, Charles....................................2Baldwin, Charles H. (POW)................2Barnum, James..................................2Barter, Gurdon H................................2Barton, Thomas..................................3Bass, David L.....................................3Bazar, Philip.......................................3Bell, George H....................................3Betham, Asa.......................................3Bibber, Charles James.......................3Bickford, John F.................................4Blagheen, William...............................4Blair, Robert M...................................4Blake, Robert......................................4Bois, Frank.........................................4Bond, William S..................................4Bourne, Thomas.................................5Bowman, Edward R............................5Bradley, Amos....................................5Bradley, Charles.................................5Brazell, John.......................................5Breen, John........................................5Brennan, Christopher.........................6Brinn, Andrew.....................................6Brown, James.....................................6Brown, John.......................................6Brown, Robert....................................6Brown, William H................................6Brown, Wilson....................................7Brownell, William P.............................7Brutsche, Henry..................................7Buck, James.......................................7Burns, John M....................................7Burton, Albert.....................................7Butts, George (POW).........................8Byrnes, James....................................8Campbell, William...............................8Carr, William M...................................8Cassidy, Michael................................8Chandler, James B.............................8Chaput, Louis G.................................9Clifford, Robert Teleford.....................9Colbert, Patrick...................................9Conlan, Dennis...................................9Connor, Thomas.................................9Connor, William C...............................9Cooper, John....................................10Corcoran, Thomas E........................10Cotton, Peter....................................10Crawford, Alexander.........................10Cripps, Thomas H.............................10Cronin, Cornelius..............................11Davis, John.......................................11Davis, Samuel W..............................11Deakin, Charles................................11Dempster, John................................11*Denning, Lorenzo (POW)................12Dennis, Richard................................12Densmore, William...........................12

Diggins, Bartholomew.......................12Ditzenback, John..............................12Donnelly, John C..............................12Doolen, William.................................13Dorman, John Henry........................13Dougherty, Patrick............................13Dow, Henry.......................................13Duncan, Adam..................................13Duncan, James K. L.........................13Dunn, William...................................14Dunphy, Richard D...........................14Edwards, John..................................14English, Thomas...............................14Erickson, John P...............................14Farley, William..................................15Farrell, Edward.................................15Fitzpatrick, Thomas..........................15Flood, Thomas S..............................15Foy, Charles H.................................15Franks, William J..............................15Frisbee, John B................................16Gardner, William...............................16Garrison, James R............................16Garvin, William.................................16George, Daniel Griffin (POW)...........16Gile, Frank S....................................16Graham, Robert................................17Greene, John....................................17Griffiths, John...................................17Griswold, Luke M..............................17Haffee, Edmund...............................17Haley, James....................................18Halstead, William W.........................18Ham, Mark G....................................18Hamilton, Hugh.................................18Hamilton, Richard (POW).................18Hamilton, Thomas W........................18Hand, Allexander..............................19Harcourt, Thomas.............................19Harding, Thomas..............................19Harley, Bernard (POW)....................19Harrington, Daniel C.........................19Harris, John......................................19Harrison, George H..........................20Hathaway, Edward W.......................20Hawkins, Charles..............................20Hayden, Joseph B............................20Hayes, John.....................................20Hayes, Thomas................................20Hickman, John S..............................21Hinnegan, William.............................21Hollat, George..................................21Horton, James..................................21Horton, Lewis Augustine...................21Houghton, Edward J.........................21Howard, Martin aka: Michael C. Horgan 22Howard, Peter..................................22Huskey, Michael...............................22Hyland, John....................................22Irlam, Joseph....................................22Irving, John.......................................22Irving, Thomas..................................23Irwin, Nicholas..................................23James, John H.................................23Jenkins, Thomas..............................23Johnson, Henry................................23Johnston, William P..........................23Jones, Andrew..................................24Jones, John......................................24Jones, John E...................................24Jones, Thomas.................................24Jones, William..................................24Jordan, Robert..................................24Jordan, Thomas H............................25

Kane, Thomas..................................25Kelley, John......................................25Kendrick, Thomas.............................25Kenna, Barnett.................................25Kenyon, Charles W...........................25King, Robert Henry (POW)...............26Kinnaird, Samuel W..........................26Lafferty, John....................................26Laffey, Bartlett..................................26Lakin, Daniel.....................................26Lann, John S....................................27Lawson, John Henry.........................27Lear, Nicholas..................................27Lee, James H...................................27Leland, George W............................27Leon, Pierre......................................27Lloyd, Benjamin................................28Lloyd, John W...................................28Logan, Hugh.....................................28Lyons, Thomas G.............................28Machon, James................................28Mack, Alexander...............................29Mack, John.......................................29Madden, William...............................29Martin, Edward S..............................29Martin, William..................................29Martin, William..................................29McClelland, Mathew.........................30McCormick, Michael.........................30McCullock, Adam..............................30McDonald, John................................30McFarland, John C...........................30McGowan, John................................30McHugh, Martin................................31McIntosh, James..............................31McKnight, William.............................31McLeod, James................................31McWilliams, George Washington......31Melville, Charles...............................32Mifflin, James...................................32Miller, James....................................32Milliken, Daniel.................................32Mills, Charles....................................32Molloy, Hugh....................................33Montgomery, Robert William............33Moore, Charles.................................33Moore, Charles.................................33Moore, George.................................33Moore, William..................................33Morgan, James H.............................34Morrison, John G..............................34Morton, Charles W............................34Mullen, Patrick..................................34Murphy, Patrick................................34Naylor, David Johnson.....................34Neil, John.........................................35Newland, William D..........................35Nibbe, John H. (POW)......................35Nichols, William................................35Noble, Daniel....................................35O'Brien, Oliver Albert........................35O'Connell, Thomas...........................36O'Donoghue, Timothy (POW)...........36Ortega, John.....................................36Parker, William.................................36Parks, George..................................36Pease, Joachim................................37Peck, Oscar E..................................37Pelham, William................................37Perry, Thomas..................................37Peterson, Alfred................................37Phinney, William...............................37Poole, William B...............................38Prance, George................................38

Preston, John...................................38Price, Edward...................................38Province, George..............................38Pyne, George...................................38Read, Charles..................................39Read, Charles A...............................39Read, George E................................39Regan, Jeremiah..............................39Rice, Charles....................................39Richards, Louis.................................39Ringold, Edward...............................39Roberts, James................................40Robinson, Alexander........................40Robinson, Charles............................40Rountry, John...................................40Rush, John.......................................40Sanderson, Aaron.............................41Saunders, James..............................41Savage, Auzella................................41Schutt, George.................................41Seanor, James.................................41Seward, Richard Henry....................41Sharp, Hendrick................................42Shepard, Louis Capet.......................42Sheridan, James...............................42Shipman, William..............................42Shutes, Henry...................................42Simkins, Lebbeus.............................42Smith, Charles H..............................43Smith, Edwin....................................43Smith, James....................................43Smith, John......................................43Smith, John......................................43Smith, Oloff.......................................43Smith, Thomas.................................44Smith, Walter B.................................44Smith, William...................................44Sommers (Summers), Robert...........44Stanley, William A.............................44Sterling, James E.............................45Stevens, Daniel Dickerson...............45Stoddard, James..............................45Stout, Richard (POW).......................45Strahan, Robert................................45Sullivan, James................................45Sullivan, John...................................46Sullivan, Timothy..............................46Swanson, John.................................46Swatton, Edward..............................46Swearer, Benjamin...........................46Talbott, William B..............................46*Tallentine, James............................47Taylor, George.................................47Taylor, Thomas................................47Taylor, William G..............................47Thielberg, Henry...............................47Thompson, William...........................47Todd, Samuel...................................48Tripp, Othniel....................................48Truett, Alexander H..........................48Vantine, Joseph E............................48Verney, James W.............................48Wagg, Maurice.................................48Ward, James....................................49Warren, David..................................49Webster, Henry S.............................49Weeks, Charles H.............................49Wells, William...................................49White, Joseph...................................49Whitfield, Daniel................................50Wilcox, Franklin L.............................50Wilkes, Henry (POW).......................50Wilkes, Perry....................................50Williams, Anthony.............................50

Williams, Augustus...........................51Williams, John..................................51Williams, John..................................51Williams, John..................................51Williams, Peter.................................51Williams, Robert...............................51Williams, William...............................52Willis, Richard...................................52Wood, Robert B................................52Woods, Samuel................................52Woon, John......................................52Woram, Charles B............................52Wright, Edward.................................53Wright, William.................................53Young, Edward B..............................53Young, Horatio Nelson.....................53Young, William.................................53Ferrell, John H..................................54Freeman, Martin...............................54

INTERIM (1865 - 1871)...................55Bates, Richard..................................55Brown, John.....................................55Burke, Thomas.................................55Carey, James...................................55Cooper, John....................................55DuMoulin, Frank...............................55Halford, William................................55Mullen, Patrick..................................56Robinson, John................................56Robinson, Thomas...........................56Stacy, William Bradford....................56Taylor, John......................................56

KOREA (1871)................................57Andrews, John..................................57Franklin, Frederick H........................57Grace, Patrick Henry........................57Hayden, Cyrus..................................57Lukes, William F...............................57McKenzie, Alexander........................57Merton, James F...............................58Rogers, Samuel F.............................58Troy, William.....................................58

INTERIM (1871 - 1898)...................59Ahern, William..................................59Anderson, William.............................59Atkins, Daniel...................................59Auer, John F.....................................59Barrett, Edward................................59Belpitt, William Henry.......................59Benson, James.................................60Bradley, Alexander...........................60Buchanan, David M..........................60Cavanaugh, Thomas........................60Chandron, August.............................60Connolly, Michael.............................60Corey, William..................................60Costello, John...................................61Courtney, Henry C............................61Cramen, Thomas..............................61Creelman, William James.................61Cutter, George W.............................61Davis, John.......................................61Davis, Joseph H...............................61Dempsey, John................................61Deneef, Michael................................62Denham, Austin................................62Eilers, Henry A.................................62Elmore, Walter..................................62Enright, John....................................62Everetts, John..................................62Fasseur, Isaac L...............................62Flannagan, John...............................62Fowler, Christopher..........................63Gidding, Charles...............................63

Gillick, Matthew................................63Handran, John..................................63Harrington, David..............................63Hayden, John...................................63Hill, George......................................63Hill, William Lowell............................64Holt, George.....................................64Horton, James..................................64Jardine, Alexander............................64Johnson, John..................................64Johnson, William..............................64Kersey, Thomas Joseph...................64King, Hugh........................................65Kyle, Patrick J...................................65Lakin, Thomas..................................65Laverty, John....................................65Lejeune, Emile..................................65Low, George.....................................65Lucy, John........................................65Maddin, Edward................................65Magee, John W................................66Manning, Henry J.............................66Matthews, Joseph.............................66McCarton, John................................66Miller, Hugh......................................66Millmore, John..................................66Mitchell, Thomas..............................66Moore, Francis.................................66Moore, Philip....................................67Morse, William..................................67Noil, Joseph B..................................67Norris, J. W.......................................67O'Conner, James Frances................67Ohmsen, August...............................67O'Neal, John.....................................67Osborne, John..................................67Osepins, Christian............................68Parker, Alexander.............................68Pile, Richard.....................................68Regan, Patrick..................................68Rouning, Johannes...........................68Russell, John....................................68Ryan, Richard...................................68Sadler, William.................................68Sapp, Isaac......................................69Simpson, D. Henry Lakin..................69Smith, James....................................69Smith, John......................................69Smith, Thomas.................................69Sullivan, James F.............................69Sweeney, Robert Augustus..............69Sweeney, William.............................70Taylor, Richard Hamilton..................70Thayer, James..................................70Thompson, Henry.............................70Thornton, Michael.............................70Tobin, Paul.......................................70Trout, James M.................................70Troy, Jeremiah.................................70Turvelin, Alexander Haure................70Weisbogel, Albert.............................71Weissel, Adam.................................71Williams, Antonio..............................71Williams, Henry.................................71Williams, Louis.................................71Willis, George...................................71Wilson, August.................................71

SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR...............72Baker, Benjamin Franklin.................72Barrow, David Duffy..........................72Bennett, James Harvey....................72Beyer, Albert.....................................72Blume, Robert..................................72Brady, George F...............................72

Bright, George Washington..............73Carter, Joseph Edward.....................73Chadwick, Leonard B.......................73Charette, George (POW)..................73Clausen, Claus Kristian Randolph (POW) 73Cooney, Thomas C...........................73Crouse, William Adolphus................73Davis, John.......................................74Deignan, Osborn Warren (POW)......74Doran, John James..........................74Durney, Austin Joseph.....................74Eglit, John.........................................74Ehle, John Walter.............................74Erickson, Nicholas............................75Foss, Herbert Louis..........................75Gibbons, Michael..............................75Gill, Freeman....................................75Hart, William.....................................75Hendrickson, Henry..........................75Hoban, Thomas................................75Hobson, Richmond Pearson (POW).76Hull, James Lott................................76Itrich, Franz Anton............................76Johanson, John Peter.......................76Johansson, Johan J..........................76Johnsen, Hans.................................76Johnson, Peter.................................76Keefer, Philip Bogan.........................77Kelly, Francis (POW)........................77Kramer, Franz..................................77Krause, Ernest..................................77Levery, William.................................77Mager, George Frederick.................77Mahoney, George.............................77Maxwell, John...................................77Meyer, William..................................78Miller, Harry Herbert.........................78Miller, Willard D................................78Montague, Daniel (POW).................78Morin, William Henry........................78Muller, Frederick...............................78Murphy, John Edward (POW)...........79Nelson, Lauritz.................................79Oakley, William.................................79Olsen, Anton.....................................79Penn, Robert....................................79Phillips, George Frederick (POW).. . .79Riley, John Phillip.............................79Russell, Henry Peter.........................80Spicer, William..................................80Sundquist, Axel Leohard..................80Sundquist, Gustav Adolf...................80Triplett, Samuel S.............................80Vadas, Albert....................................80Van Etten, Hudson...........................80Volz, Robert......................................81Wilke, Julius August Robert..............81Williams, Frank.................................81

PHILIPPINE INSURRECTION..............82Fitz, Joseph......................................82Forbeck, Andrew Peter.....................82Galbraith, Robert..............................82Stoltenberg, Andrew Vincent............82Thordsen, William George................82

SAMOA...........................................83Fisher, Frederick Thomas.................83

CHINA (BOXER REBELLION)............84Allen, Edward G................................84Chatham, John Purness...................84Clancy, Joseph.................................84Hamberger, William Francis.............84Hanford, Burke.................................84Hansen, Hans Anton........................84Holyoke, William Edward..................85

Killackey, Joseph..............................85McAllister, Samuel............................85McCloy, John....................................85Mitchell, Joseph Andrew...................85Petersen, Carl Emil...........................85Rose, George Harry.........................85Ryan, Francis Thomas.....................86Seach, William..................................86Smith, Frank Elmer...........................86Smith, James A................................86Stanley, Robert Henry......................86Thomas, Karl....................................86Torgerson, Martin Torinus................87Westermark, Axel.............................87Williams, Jay P.................................87

INTERIM (1899-1910).....................88Behne, Frederick..............................88Behnke, Heinrich..............................88Bjorkman, Ernest H..........................88Boers, Edward William.....................88Bonney, Robert Earl.........................88Breeman, George.............................88Bresnahan, Patrick Francis...............88Brock, George F...............................89Cahey, Thomas................................89Clary, Edward Alvin..........................89Clausey, John Joseph......................89Corahorgi, Demetri...........................89Cox, Robert Edward.........................89Cronan, William S.............................89Davis, Raymond Erwin.....................89Fadden, Harry Delmar......................90Floyd, Edward..................................90Fredericksen, Emil............................90Girandy, Alphonse............................90Gowan, William Henry......................90Grbitch, Rade...................................90Halling, Luovi....................................90Hill, Frank Ebenezer.........................90Holtz, August....................................91Johannessen, Johannes J................91King, John........................................91Klein, Robert.....................................91Lipscomb, Harry...............................91Monssen, Mons................................91Mullin, Hugh Patrick..........................91Nelson, Oscar Frederick...................92Nordstrom, Isador A.........................92Peters, Alexander.............................92Quick, Joseph...................................92Reid, Patrick.....................................92Roberts, Charles Church..................92Schepke, Charles Stephen...............92Schmidt, Otto Diller...........................92Shacklette, William Sidney...............93Shanahan, Patrick............................93Snyder, William Ellsworth.................93Stanton, Thomas..............................93Stokes, John S.................................93Stupka, Laddie.................................93Teytand, August P............................93Walsh, Michael.................................93Westa, Karl.......................................94Wheeler, George Huber...................94

PHILIPPINES (1911)........................95Catherwood, John Hugh...................95Harrison, Bolden Reush...................95Henrechon, George Francis.............95McGuire, Fred Henry........................95Volz, Jacob.......................................96

VERA CRUZ (MEXICO).....................97Anderson, Edwin Alexander.............97Badger, Oscar Charles.....................97Beasley, Harry C..............................97

Bishop, Charles Francis...................97Bradley, George...............................97Buchanan, Allen...............................97Castle, Guy Wilkinson Stuart............98Courts, George McCall.....................98Cregan, George................................98Decker, Percy A................................98Desomer, Abraham..........................98Drustrup, Niels..................................98Elliott, Middleton Stuart.....................98Fletcher, Frank Friday....................100Fletcher, Frank Jack.......................100Foster, Paul Frederick....................100Frazer, Hugh Carroll.......................100Gisburne, Edward Allen..................100Grady, John....................................101Harner, Joseph Gabriel..................101Harrison, William Kelly....................101Hartigan, Charles Conway..............101Huse, Henry McLaren Pinckney.....101Ingram, Jonas Howard...................101Jarrett, Berrie Henry.......................101Johnston, Rufus Zenas...................102Langhorne, Cary Devall..................102Lannon, James Patrick...................102Lowry, George Maus......................102McCloy, John..................................102McDonnell, Edward Orrick..............102McNair, Frederick Vallette..............103Moffett, William Adger....................103Nickerson, Henry Nehemiah...........103Nordsiek, Charles Luers.................103Rush, William Rees........................103Schnepel, Fred Jurgen...................103Semple, Robert...............................104Sinnett, Lawrence Clinton...............104Staton, Adolphus............................104Stickney, Herman Osman...............104Townsend, Julius Curtis.................104Wainwright, Richard.......................104Walsh, James Aloysius...................104Wilkinson, Theodore Stark..............105 Zuiderveld, William........................105

INTERIM (1911-1917)...................106Cary, Robert Webster.....................106Crilley, Frank William......................106Jones, Claud Ashton......................107*Rud, George William.....................107Smith, Eugene P.............................107Smith, Wilhelm................................107Trinidad, Telesforo De La Cruz.......108Willey, Charles H............................108

WORLD WAR I..............................109Balch, John Henry..........................109Boone, Joel Thompson...................109Bradley, Willis Winter......................109Cann, Tedford Harris......................110Covington, Jesse Whitfield.............110Graves, Ora....................................110Hammann, Charles Hazeltine.........110Hayden, David Ephraim..................111*Ingram, Osmond Kelly...................111Izac, Edouard Victor Michel (POW) 111Lyle, Alexander Gordon..................112MacKenzie, John............................112Madison, James Jonas...................112McGunigal, Patrick.........................112Ormsbee, Francis Edward..............113*Osborne, Weedon Edward............113Petty, Orlando Henderson..............113Schmidt, Oscar...............................114Siegel, John Otto............................114Sullivan, Daniel Augustus Joseph. .114Upton, Frank Monroe......................114

INTERIM (1919-1942)...................115Badders, William.............................115Bennett, Floyd................................115Breault, Henry................................115Byrd, Richard Evelyn......................116*Cholister, George Robert..............116*Corry, William Merrill.....................116Crandall, Orson Leon.....................116*Drexler, Henry Clay.......................117Eadie, Thomas...............................117Edwards, Walter Atlee....................117Huber, William Russell...................118*Hutchins, Carlton Barmore............118McDonald, James Harper...............118Mihalowski, John............................118Ryan, Thomas John.......................119

WORLD WAR II.............................120Antrim, Richard Nott (POW)...........120*Bennion, Mervyn Sharp.................120*Bigelow, Elmer Charles.................120Bulkeley, John Duncan...................121Bush, Robert Eugene.....................121*Callaghan, Daniel Judson.............122*Cromwell, John Philip....................122David, Albert Leroy.........................122*Davis, George Fleming.................123*Dealey, Samuel David...................123*Evans, Ernest Edwin "Chief".........124Finn, John William..........................124*Flaherty, Francis Charles..............124Fluckey, Eugene Bennett...............125Fuqua, Samuel Glenn.....................125Gary, Donald Arthur........................126*Gilmore, Howard Walter................126Gordon, Nathan Green...................127Hall, William Edward.......................127*Halyburton, William David.............127*Hammerberg, Owen Francis Patrick128Herring, Rufus Geddie....................128*Hill, Edwin Joseph.........................129*Hutchins, Johnnie David...............129*Jones, Herbert Charpoit................129*Keppler, Reinhardt John...............130*Kidd, Isaac Campbell....................130*Lester, Fred Faulkner....................130McCampbell, David S.....................131David McCampbell graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1933. He was the Navy's top ACE of the war with 34 victories, and a record 9 kills in a single day. He was the highest-ranking ACE of any branch of service to survive the war. With award of the Navy Cross on October 25, 1944, he is the only man ever to earn BOTH of the Navy's top two awards in successive days.McCandless, Bruce 131McCool, Richard Miles....................131O'Callahan, Joseph Timothy...........132*O'Hare, Edward Henry "Butch"......132O'Kane, Richard Hetherington........133*Parle, John Joseph.......................133*Peterson, Oscar Verner................133Pharris, Jackson Charles................134Pierce, Francis Junior.....................134*Powers, John James.....................135Preston, Arthur Murray...................135Ramage, Lawson Paterson "Red". .136*Reeves, Thomas James...............136*Ricketts, Milton Ernest..................136*Rooks, Albert Harold.....................137Ross, Donald Kirby.........................137Schonland, Herbert Emery.............137*Scott, Norman...............................138*Scott, Robert Raymond.................138Street, George Levick, III................138*Tomich, Peter................................139*Van Valkenburgh, Franklin............139*Van Voorhis, Bruce Avery.............139Wahlen, George Edward................140*Ward, James Richard....................140*Williams, Jack...............................140

*Willis, John Harlan........................141*Young, Cassin...............................141

KOREAN WAR..............................142*Benfold, Edward Clyde "Ted"........142Charette, William Richard...............142*Dewert, Richard David..................143*Hammond, Francis Colton.............143Hudner, Thomas Jerome................143*Kilmer, John Edward.....................144*Koelsch, John Kelvin (POW).........144

VIETNAM WAR..............................145Ballard, Donald Everett...................145*Capodanno, Vincent Robert..........145*Caron, Wayne Maurice.................146*Estocin, Michael John (POW).......146Ingram, Robert R............................146Kelley, Thomas Gunning................147Kerrey, Joseph Robert....................147Lassen, Clyde Everett....................148Norris, Thomas Rolland..................148*Ouellet, David George...................149*Ray, David Robert.........................149*Shields, Marvin Glen.....................150Stockdale, James Bond (POW)......150Thornton, Michael Edwin................151Williams, James Elliott....................151

U.S.S. LIBERTY ATTACK..............152McGonagle, William Loren..............152

WAR ON TERRORISM....................153Monsoor, Michael A. (KIA)..............153*Murphy, Michael Patrick (KIA).......153

U.S. COAST GUARD.....................154*Munro, Douglas Albert..................154

Recipients By Home Town.........155

Civil WarAHEAM, MICHAELPaymaster's Steward, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Aheam, Paymaster's Steward, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously, Paymaster's Steward Aheam exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended by his divisional officer for gallantry under enemy fire. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Home Town: France

ANDERSON, ROBERT N.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Keokuk & U.S.S. CrusaderDate of Action: July 10, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert N. Anderson, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Crusader and the U.S.S. Keokuk during various actions of those vessels. Carrying out his duties skillfully while on board the U.S.S. Crusader, Quartermaster Anderson, on all occasions, set forth the greatest intrepidity and devotion. During the attack on Charleston, 10 July 1863, while serving on board the U.S.S. Keokuk, Quartermaster Anderson was stationed at the wheel when shot penetrated the house and, with the scattering of the iron, used his own body as a shield for his commanding officer. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: 12/15/1843 at Ireland Home Town: Portsmouth, New Hampshire

ANGLING, JOHNCabin Boy, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PontoosucDate of Action: December 24, 1864 to January 22, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Angling, Cabin Boy, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, North Carolina, 24 December 1864 to 22 January 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully during this period, Cabin Boy Angling was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these various actions. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 10/6/1850 at Portland, MaineHome Town: Portland, Maine

ARTHER, MATTHEWSignal Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CarondeletDate of Action: February 06 & 14, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Matthew Arther, Signal Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Carondelet at the reduction of Forts Henry and Donnelson, Tennessee, 6 and 14 February 1862 and other actions. Carrying out his duties as Signal Quartermaster and Captain of the rifled bow gun, Signal Quartermaster Arther was conspicuous for valor and devotion, serving most faithfully, effectively and valiantly. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at ScotlandHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

ASTEN, CHARLES (POW)Quarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SignalDate of Action: May 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Asten, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Signal, Red River, Louisiana, 5 May 1864. Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning their fire until the Federal ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Although on the sick list, Quarter Gunner Asten courageously carried out his duties during the entire engagement. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Halifax, CanadaHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

ATKINSON, THOMAS E.Yeoman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas E. Atkinson, Yeoman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action board the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864; commended for coolness and energy in supplying the rifle ammunition, which was under his sole charge, in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning of 5 August 1964. Yeoman Atkinson was a petty officer on board the U.S. Frigate Congress in 1842 - 46; was present and assisted in capturing the whole of the Buenos Ayrean fleet by that vessel off Montevideo; joined the Richmond in September 1860; was in the action with Fort McRea, the Head of the Passes of the Mississippi, Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, the rebel ironclads and gunboats

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War below New Orleans, Vicksburg, Port Hudson, and at the surrender of New Orleans. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Salem, MassachusettsHome Town: Salem, Massachusetts

AVERY, JAMESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Avery, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Metacomet. As a member of the boat's crew which went to the rescue of the U.S. monitor Tecumseh when that vessel was struck by a torpedo in passing the enemy forts in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864, Seaman Avery braved the enemy fire which was said by the admiral to be "one of the most galling" he had ever seen, and aided in rescuing from death ten of the crew of the Tecumseh, eliciting the admiration of both friend and foe. General Order No. 71, January 15, 1866

Born: at ScotlandHome Town: New York, New York

BAKER, CHARLESQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Baker, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Metacomet. As a member of the boat's crew which went to the rescue of the U.S. monitor Tecumseh when that vessel was struck by a torpedo in passing the enemy forts in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864, Quarter Gunner Baker braved the enemy fire which was said by the admiral to be "one of the most galling" he had ever seen, and aided in rescuing from death ten of the crew of the Tecumseh, eliciting the admiration of both friend and foe. General Order No. 71, January 15, 1866

Born: at Georgetown, Washington, D.C.Home Town: New York, New York

BALDWIN, CHARLES H. (POW)Coal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WyalusingDate of Action: May 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles H. Baldwin, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing and participating in a plan to destroy the rebel ram Albermarle in Roanoke River, North Carolina, 25 May 1864. Volunteering for the hazardous mission, Coal Heaver Baldwin participated in the transfer of two torpedoes across an island swamp. Weighted by a line which was used to transfer the torpedoes, he swam the river and, when challenged by a sentry, was forced to abandon the plan after

erasing its detection and before it could be carried to completion. Escaping the fire of the muskets, Coal Heaver Baldwin spent two days and nights of hazardous travel without food, and finally arrived, fatigued, at the mother ship. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 6/30/1839 at Wilmington, DelawareHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

BARNUM, JAMESBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Barnum, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and on 13, 14, and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close in shore and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well- directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy came out of his bombproofs to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the cease-fire orders were given by the flagship. Boatswain's Mate Barnum was commended for highly meritorious conduct during this period. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Massachusetts Home Town: Massachusetts

BARTER, GURDON H.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MinnesotaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Gurdon H. Barter, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from his ship, Landsman Barter advanced to the top of the sand hill and partly through the breach in the palisades despite enemy fire which killed and wounded many officers and men. When more than two-thirds of the men became seized with panic and retreated on the run, he remained with the party until dark, when it came safely away, bringing its wounded, its arms, and its colors. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Williamsburg, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War BARTON, THOMASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HunchbackDate of Action: October 03, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Barton, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Hunchback in the attack on Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. When an ignited shell, with cartridge attached, fell out of the howitzer upon the deck, Seaman Barton promptly seized a pail of water and threw it upon the missile, thereby preventing it from exploding. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Cleveland, OhioHome Town: Cleveland, Ohio

BASS, DAVID L.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MinnesotaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David L. Bass, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from his ship, Seaman Bass advanced to the top of the sand hill and partly through the breach in the palisades despite enemy fire which killed and wounded many officers and men. When more than two-thirds of the men became seized with panic and retreated on the run, he remained with the party until dark, when it came safely away, bringing its wounded, its arms, and its colors. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 2/3/1842 at IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

BAZAR, PHILIPOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Santiago de CubaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Philip Bazar, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As one of a boat crew detailed to one of the generals on shore, Ordinary Bazaar bravely entered the fort in the assault and accompanied his party in carrying dispatches at the height of the battle. He was one of six men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at ChileHome Town: New Bedford, Massachusetts

BELL, GEORGE H.Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SanteeDate of Action: November 07, 1861Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George H. Bell, Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Pilot of the U.S.S. Santee when that vessel was engaged in cutting out the rebel armed schooner Royal Yacht from Galveston Bay, Texas, 7 November 1861, and evinced more coolness, in passing the four forts and the rebel steamer General Rusk, than was ever before witnessed by his commanding officer. Although severely wounded in the encounter, he displayed extraordinary courage under the most painful and trying circumstances. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: 3/12/1839 at Sunderland, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

BETHAM, ASACoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PontoosucDate of Action: December 24, 1864 to January 22, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Asa Betham, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, North Carolina, 24 December 1864, to 22 January 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully during this period, Coxswain Betham was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these various actions. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at New York, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

BIBBER, CHARLES JAMESGunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles James Bibber, Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the forts. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War BICKFORD, JOHN F.Captain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John F. Bickford, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as the first loader of the pivot gun during this bitter engagement Captain of the Top Bickford exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 3/12/1843 at Tremont, MaineHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

BLAGHEEN, WILLIAMShip's Cook, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Blagheen, Ship's Cook, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, Alabama, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Stationed in the immediate vicinity of the shell whips which were twice cleared of men by bursting shells, Ship's Cook Blagheen remained steadfast at his post and performed his duties in the powder division throughout the furious action which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Devonshire County, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

BLAIR, ROBERT M.Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PontoosucDate of Action: December 24, 1864 to February 22, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert M. Blair, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, North Carolina, 24 December 1864 to 22 January 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully throughout this period, Boatswain's Mate Blair was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these actions. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Peacham, VermontHome Town: Portland, Maine

BLAKE, ROBERTContraband, U.S. NavyU.S. Steam Gunboat MarbleheadDate of Action: December 25, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Blake, Contraband, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Steam Gunboat Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River, 25 December 1863, in an engagement with the enemy on John's Island, South Carolina. Serving the rifle gun, Contraband Blake, an escaped slave, carried out his duties bravely throughout the engagement which resulted in the enemy's abandonment of positions, leaving a caisson and one gun behind. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Virginia, VirginiaHome Town: Port Royal, Virginia

Robert Blake was an escaped slave who, upon reaching freedom, opted to serve in the U.S. Navy.

BOIS, FRANKQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CincinnatiDate of Action: May 27, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank Bois, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last, though so penetrated by enemy shellfire that her fate was sealed. Conspicuously cool in making signals throughout the battle, Quartermaster Bois, after all the Cincinnati's staffs had been shot away, succeeded in nailing the flag to the stump of the forestaff to enable this proud ship to go down, "with her colors nailed to the mast." General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: 9/13/1841 at Quebec, CanadaHome Town: Northampton, Massachusetts

BOND, WILLIAM S.Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William S. Bond, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously, Boatswain's Mate Bond exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Boston, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War BOURNE, THOMASSeaman and Gun Captain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Bourne, Seaman and Gun Captain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and while under fire and ramming by the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862. During this action at extremely close range while his ship was under furious fire and was twice rammed by the rebel ship Morgan, Seaman Bourne remained steadfast at his gun and was instrumental in inflicting damage on the enemy until the Varuna, badly damaged and forced to beach, was finally sunk. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

BOWMAN, EDWARD R.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward R. Bowman, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 13 to 15 January 1865. Despite severe wounds sustained during the action Quartermaster Bowman displayed outstanding courage in the performance of duty as his ship maintained its well-placed fire upon the batteries on shore, and thereafter, as she materially lessened the power of guns on the mound which had been turned upon our assaulting columns. During this battle the flag was planted on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Eastport, MaineHome Town: Eastport, Maine

BRADLEY, AMOSLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Amos Bradley, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Varuna in one of the most responsible positions, during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and while in action against the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862. Although guns were raking the decks from behind him, Landsman Bradley remained steadfast at the wheel throughout the thickest of the fight, continuing at his station and rendering service with the greatest courage until his ship, repeatedly holed and twice rammed by the rebel ship Morgan, was beached and sunk. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Dansville, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

BRADLEY, CHARLESBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LouisvilleDate of Action: January 10 - 11, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Bradley, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Louisville, at Fort Hindman, Arkansas. Carrying out his duties through the thick of battle and acting as Captain of a 9-inch gun, Boatswain's Mate Bradley consistently showed attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action against the enemy. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

BRAZELL, JOHNQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Brazell, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the action at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864, where he was recommended for coolness and good conduct as a Gun Captain during that engagement which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the destruction of Fort Morgan. Quartermaster Brazell served gallantly throughout the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, batteries below Vicksburg, and was present at the surrender of New Orleans while on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

BREEN, JOHNBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Commodore PerryDate of Action: October 03, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Breen, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. With enemy fire raking the deck of his ship and blockades thwarting her progress, Boatswain's Mate Breen remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as the Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War BRENNAN, CHRISTOPHERSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MississippiDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Christopher Brennan, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Mississippi during attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and during the taking of New Orleans, 24 - 25 April 1862. Taking part in the actions which resulted in the damaging of the Mississippi and several casualties on it, Seaman Brennan showed skill and courage throughout the entire engagements which resulted in the taking of St. Philip and Jackson and in the surrender of New Orleans. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

BRINN, ANDREWSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MississippiDate of Action: March 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Andrew Brinn, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Mississippi during her abandonment and firing in the engagement at Port Hudson, Louisiana, 14 March 1863. Remaining under enemy fire for 2 1/2 hours, Seaman Brinn remained on board the grounded vessel until all the abandoning crew had landed. After asking to be assigned some duty, he was finally ordered to save himself and to leave the Mississippi which had been deliberately fired to prevent her falling into rebel hands. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at ScotlandHome Town: New York, New York

BROWN, JAMESQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AlbatrosDate of Action: May 04, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Brown, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Albatross during action against Fort De Russy in the Red River Area, Louisiana, on 4 May 1863. After the steering wheel and wheel ropes had been shot away by rebel fire, Quartermaster Brown stood on the gun platform of the quarterdeck, exposing himself to a close fire of musketry from the shore, and rendered invaluable assistance by his expert management of the relieving tackles in extricating the vessel from a perilous position, and thereby aided in the capture of Fort De Russy's heavyworks. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Rochester, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

BROWN, JOHNCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Brown, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Captain of the Forecastle Brown fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Glasgow, ScotlandHome Town: New York, New York

BROWN, ROBERTCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Brown, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in action at Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Cool and courageous at his station throughout the prolonged action, Captain of the Top Brown rendered gallant service as his vessel trained her guns on Fort Morgan and on ships of the Confederacy despite extremely heavy return fire. He participated in the actions at Forts Jackson and St. Philip, with the Chalmette batteries, at the surrender of New Orleans and in the attacks on batteries below Vicksburg. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at NorwayHome Town: New York, New York

BROWN, WILLIAM H.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William H. Brown, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Stationed in the immediate vicinity of the shell whips which were twice cleared of men by bursting shells, Landsman Brown remained steadfast at his post and performed his duties in the powder division throughout the furious action which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Baltimore, MarylandHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War BROWN, WILSONLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Wilson Brown, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Knocked unconscious into the hold of the ship when an enemy shellburst fatally wounded a man on the ladder above him, Landsman Brown, upon regaining consciousness, promptly returned to the shell whip on the berth deck and zealously continued to perform his duties although four of the six men at this station had been either killed or wounded by the enemy's terrific fire. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Natchez, MississippiHome Town: Natchez, Mississippi

BROWNELL, WILLIAM P.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BentonDate of Action: May 02 & 22, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William P. Brownell, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Coxswain on board the U.S.S. Benton during the attack on Great Gulf Bay, Mississippi, 2 May 1863, and Vicksburg, Mississippi, 22 May 1863. Carrying out his duties with coolness and courage, Coxswain Brownell served gallantly against the enemy as Captain of a 9-inch gun in the attacks on Great Gulf and Vicksburg and as a member of the Battery Benton before Vicksburg. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 7/12/1839 at New York, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

BRUTSCHE, HENRYLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TaconyDate of Action: October 31, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Brutsche, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Landsman Brutsche distinguished himself by a display of coolness when he participated in landing and spiking a 9-inch gun while under a devastating fire from enemy musketry. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


BUCK, JAMESQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Buck, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and at the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. Although severely wounded by a heavy splinter, Quartermaster Buck continued to perform his duty until positively ordered below. Later stealing back to his post, he steered the ship for eight hours despite his critical condition. His bravery was typical of the type which resulted in the taking of the Forts Jackson and St. Philip and in the capture of New Orleans. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


BURNS, JOHN M.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John M. Burns, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Although severely wounded and sent below under the surgeon's charge, Seaman Burns promptly returned to his station and assisted the powder division throughout the prolonged action which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Hudson, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

BURTON, ALBERTSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WabashDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Albert Burton, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Wabash in the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Advancing gallantly through the severe enemy fire while armed only with a revolver and cutlass which made it impossible to return the fire at that range, Seaman Burton succeeded in reaching the angle of the fort and going on, to be one of the few who entered the fort. When the rest of the body of men to his rear were forced to retreat under a devastating fire, he was forced to withdraw through lack of support, and to seek the shelter of one of the mounds near the stockade from which point he succeeded in regaining the safety of his ship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War BUTTS, GEORGE (POW)Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SignalDate of Action: May 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Butts, Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Signal, Red River, Louisiana, 5 May 1864. Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning their fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Although entered on the sick list, Gunner's Mate Butts courageously carried out his duties during the entire engagement. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Rome, New YorkHome Town: Cleveland, Ohio

BYRNES, JAMESBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LouisvilleDate of Action: January 10 - 11, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Byrnes, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Louisville at Fort Hindman, Arkansas, January 10 - 11, 1863. Carrying out his duties through the thick of battle and acting as Captain of a 9-inch gun, Boatswain's Mate Brynes consistently showed attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action against the enemy. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


CAMPBELL, WILLIAMBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Campbell, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13 to 15 January 1865. Despite heavy return fire by the enemy and the explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle which killed eight men and wounded 12 more, Boatswain's Mate Campbell, as Captain of a gun, performed his duties with skill and courage during the first two days of battle. As his ship again took position on the line of the 13th, he remained steadfast as the Ticonderoga maintained a well-placed fire upon the batteries on shore, and thereafter, as she materially lessened the power of guns on the mound which had been turned upon our assaulting columns. During this action the flag was planted on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Indiana Home Town: Indiana

CARR, WILLIAM M.Master At Arms, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William M. Carr, Master At Arms, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Master at Arms Carr performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the prolonged battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the successful attacks carried out on Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 11/25/1829 at Baltimore, MarylandHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

CASSIDY, MICHAELLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Cassidy, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Displaying great coolness and exemplary behavior as first sponger of a gun, Landsman Cassidy, by his coolness under fire, received the applause of his officers and the guncrew throughout the action which resulted in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee and in the destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


CHANDLER, JAMES B.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James B. Chandler, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Cool and courageous although he had just come off the sick list, Coxswain Chandler rendered gallant service throughout the prolonged action as his ship maintained accurate fire against Fort Morgan and ships of the Confederacy despite extremely heavy return fire. He participated in the actions at Forts Jackson and St. Philip, with the Chalmette batteries, at the surrender of New Orleans and in the attacks on batteries below Vicksburg. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 10/6/1837 at Plymouth, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War CHAPUT, LOUIS G.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Louis G. Chaput, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the rebel ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Severely wounded, Landsman Chaput remained at his gun until relieved, reported to the surgeon and returned to his gun until the action was over. He was then carried below following the action which resulted in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee and in destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at CanadaHome Town: New York, New York

CLIFFORD, ROBERT TELEFORDMaster At Arms, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ShokokonDate of Action: August 22, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Teleford Clifford, Master At Arms, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Shokokon at New Topsail Inlet off Wilmington, North Carolina, 22 August 1863. Participating in a strategic plan to destroy an enemy schooner, Master at Arms Clifford aided in the portage of a dinghy across the narrow neck of land separating the sea from the sound. Launching the boat in the sound, the crew approached the enemy from the rear and Clifford gallantly crept into the rebel camp and counted the men who outnumbered his party three-to-one. Returning to his men, he ordered a charge in which the enemy was routed, leaving behind a schooner and a quantity of supplies. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Pennsylvania Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

COLBERT, PATRICKCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Commodore HullDate of Action: October 31, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Colbert, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Commodore Hull at the capture of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864. Painfully wounded by a shell which killed the man at his side, Coxswain Colbert, as Captain of the forward pivot gun, remained at his post until the end of the action, braving the heavy enemy fire and appearing as cool as if at mere target practice. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


CONLAN, DENNISSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Dennis Conlan, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the forts. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


CONNOR, THOMASOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MinnesotaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Connor, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Minnesota, in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from his ship, Ordinary Seaman Connor charged up to the palisades and, when more than two-thirds of the men became seized with panic and retreated on the run, risked his life to remain with a wounded officer. With the enemy concentrating his fire on the group, he waited until after dark before assisting in carrying the wounded man from the field. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

CONNOR, WILLIAM C.Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HowquahDate of Action: September 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William C. Connor, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Howquah on the occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner Lynx, off Wilmington, North Carolina, 25 September 1864. Performing his duty faithfully under the most trying circumstances, Boatswain's Mate Connor stood firmly at his post in the midst of a crossfire from the rebel shore batteries and our own vessels. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Cork, IrelandHome Town: Pennsylvania

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War COOPER, JOHN(First Award)Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Cooper, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Coxswain Cooper fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 7/24/1828 at Dublin, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

Other Award: 2nd Medal of Honor (Peace Time Award)This was the first act of heroism to earn John Cooper the

Medal of Honor, making him one of 19 double recipients of the award. His second award was earned for non-combat valor in Mobile Bay, Alabama, less than a year later, and shortly after the end of the Civil War.

CORCORAN, THOMAS E.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CincinnatiDate of Action: May 27, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas E. Corcoran, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last, though so penetrated by shellfire that her fate was sealed. Serving bravely during this action, Landsman Corcoran was conspicuously cool under the fire of the enemy, never ceasing to fight until this proud ship went down, "her colors nailed to the mast." General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at Dublin, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

COTTON, PETEROrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Baron De KalbDate of Action: December 23 - 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Peter Cotton, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb in the Yazoo River expedition, 23 to 27 December 1862. Proceeding under orders up the Yazoo River, Mississippi, the Baron De Kalb, with the object of capturing or destroying the enemy's transports, came upon the steamers John Walsh, R. J. Locklan, Golden Age and the Scotland,

sunk on a bar where they were ordered to be burned. Continuing up the river, the Baron De Kalb was fired upon but, upon returning the fire, caused the enemy's retreat. Returning down the Yazoo, she destroyed and captured large quantities of enemy equipment and several prisoners. Serving bravely throughout this action, Ordinary Seaman Cotton, as Coxswain, distinguished himself in the various actions. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


CRAWFORD, ALEXANDERFireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WyalusingDate of Action: May 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Crawford, Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing. Fireman Crawford volunteered 25 May 1864, in a night attempt to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in the Roanoke River, North Carolina. Taking part in a plan to explode the rebel ram Albemarle, Crawford executed his part in the plan with perfection, but upon being discovered, was forced to abandon the plan and retire leaving no trace of the evidence. After spending two hazardous days and nights without food, he gained the safety of a friendly ship and was then transferred back to the Wyalusing. Though the plan failed his skill and courage in preventing detection were an example of unfailing devotion to duty. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


CRIPPS, THOMAS H.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas H. Cripps, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Quartermaster Cripps fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 11/29/1840 at Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War CRONIN, CORNELIUSChief Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Cornelius Cronin, Chief Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in action at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Cool and vigilant at his station throughout the prolonged action, Chief Quartermaster Cronin watched for signals and skillfully steered the ship as she trained her guns on Fort Morgan and on other ships of the Confederacy despite extremely heavy return fire. He participated in the actions at Forts Jackson and St. Philip, with the Chalmette batteries, at the surrender of New Orleans, and in the attacks on batteries below Vicksburg. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 3/10/1838 at Ireland Home Town: Michigan

DAVIS, JOHNQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Valley CityDate of Action: February 10, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Davis, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Valley City during action against rebel fort batteries and ships off Elizabeth City, North Carolina, on 10 February 1862. When a shell from the shore penetrated the side and passed through the magazine, exploding outside the screen on the berth deck, several powder division protecting bulkheads were torn to pieces and the forward part of the berth deck set on fire. Showing great presence of mind, Quarter Gunner Davis courageously covered a barrel of powder with his own body and prevented an explosion, while at the same time passing powder to provide the division on the upper deck while under fierce enemy fire. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Cedarville, New JerseyHome Town: Cedarville, New Jersey

DAVIS, SAMUEL W.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel W. Davis, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Ordinary Seaman Davis exercised extreme

courage and vigilance while acting as a look-out for torpedoes and other obstructions throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Brewer, MaineHome Town: Brewer, Maine

DEAKIN, CHARLESBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Deakin, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Boatswain's Mate Deakin fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. He also participated in the actions at Forts Jackson and St. Philip. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at New York, New YorkHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

DEMPSTER, JOHNCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Dempster, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close inshore and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well-directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy came out of his bombproofs to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the cease-fire orders were given by the flagship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at ScotlandHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War *DENNING, LORENZO (POW)Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S. Picket Boat #1Date of Action: October 27, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Lorenzo Denning, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram Albemarle which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 9/6/1843 at Granby, ConnecticutHome Town: New Britain, Connecticut

Lorenzo Denning died in a POW camp before presentation of his award.

DENNIS, RICHARDBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Dennis, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Boatswain's Mate Dennis displayed outstanding skill and courage in operating the torpedo catcher and in assisting in working the bow chasers throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Charlestown, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

DENSMORE, WILLIAMChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Densmore, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her

decks, Chief Boatswain's Mate Densmore fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


DIGGINS, BARTHOLOMEWOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Bartholomew Diggins, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship, U.S.S. Hartford, during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Ordinary Seaman Diggins, as loader of a gun, remained steadfast at his post throughout the furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 391, November 12, 1891


DITZENBACK, JOHNQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S. Monitor NeoshoDate of Action: December 06, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Ditzenback, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Monitor Neosho during the engagement with enemy batteries at Bells Mills, Cumberland River, near Nashville, Tennessee, 6 December 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously during the engagement, Quartermaster Ditzenback gallantly left the pilot house after the flag and signal staffs of that vessel had been shot away and, taking the flag which was drooping over the wheelhouse, made it fast to the stump of the highest mast remaining, although the ship was still under a heavy fire from the enemy. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at New York, New YorkHome Town: Indiana, Indiana

DONNELLY, JOHN C.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John C. Donnelly, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Metacomet. As a member of the boat's crew which went to the rescue of the

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War U.S. Monitor Tecumseh when that vessel was struck by a torpedo in passing the enemy forts in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864, Ordinary Seaman Donnelly braved the enemy fire which was said by the admiral to be "one of the most galling" he had ever seen and aided in rescuing from death ten of the crew of the Tecumseh, eliciting the admiration of both friend and foe. General Order No. 71, January 15, 1966


DOOLEN, WILLIAMCoal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Doolen, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Although knocked down and seriously wounded in the head, Coal Heaver Doolen refused to leave his station as shot and shell passed. Calm and courageous, he rendered gallant service throughout the prolonged battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the successful attacks carried out on Fort Morgan despite the enemy's heavy return fire. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

DORMAN, JOHN HENRYSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CarondeletDate of Action: February 06, 1862 & May 22, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Henry Dorman, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Carondelet in various actions of that vessel at Fort Henry, Tennessee and Vicksburg, Mississippi, from February 6, 1862 to May 22, 1863. Carrying out his duties courageously throughout the actions of the Carondelet, Seaman Dorman, although wounded several times invariably returned to duty and constantly presented an example of devotion to the flag. General Order No. 32, April 18, 1864

Born: 9/18/1843 at Cincinnati, OhioHome Town: Cincinnati, Ohio

DOUGHERTY, PATRICKLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Dougherty, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as a landsman on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna, at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Landsman Dougherty acted gallantly without orders when the powder box at his gun was disabled under the heavy enemy fire, and

maintained a supply of powder throughout the prolonged action. Dougherty also aided in the attacks on Fort Morgan and in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


DOW, HENRYBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CincinnatiDate of Action: May 27, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Dow, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last, though so penetrated by enemy shellfire that her fate was sealed. Serving courageously throughout this action and carried out his duties to the end on this proud ship that went down with "her colors nailed to the mast." General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at Scotland Home Town: Illinois

DUNCAN, ADAMBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Adam Duncan, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Boatswain's Mate Duncan fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the prolonged battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the successful attacks carried out on Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Maine, MaineHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

DUNCAN, JAMES K. L.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Fort HindmanDate of Action: March 02, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James K. L. Duncan, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Fort Hindman during the engagement near Harrisonburg, Louisiana, 2 March 1864. Following a shellburst at one of the guns which started a fire at the cartridge tie, Ordinary Seaman Duncan immediately seized the burning cartridge, took it from the gun and threw it overboard, despite the immediate danger to himself.

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War Carrying out his duties through the entire engagement, Duncan served courageously during this action in which the Fort Hindman was raked severely with shot and shell from the enemy guns. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 7/6/1845 at Frankfort Mineral Springs, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Frankfort Mineral Springs, Pennsylvania

DUNN, WILLIAMQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MonadnockDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Dunn, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Monadnock in action during several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865. With his ship anchored well inshore to insure perfect range against the severe fire of rebel guns, Quartermaster Dunn continued his duties when the vessel was at anchor, as her propellers were kept in motion to make her turrets bear, and the shooting away of her chain might have caused her to ground. Disdainful of shelter despite severe weather conditions, he inspired his shipmates and contributed to the success of his vessel in reducing the enemy guns to silence. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 4/28/1834 at Lisbon, MaineHome Town: Lisbon, Maine

DUNPHY, RICHARD D.Coal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard D. Dunphy, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the rebel ram Tennessee, Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. With his ship under terrific enemy shellfire, Coal Heaver Dunphy performed his duties with skill and courage throughout this fierce engagement which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


EDWARDS, JOHNCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Edwards, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as second Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Wounded when an enemy shell struck, Captain of the Top Edwards refused to go

below for aid and, as heavy return fire continued to strike his vessel, took the place of the First Captain and carried out his duties during the prolonged action which resulted in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Providence, Rhode IslandHome Town: Providence, Rhode Island

ENGLISH, THOMASSignal Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas English, Signal Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. New Iron sides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close inshore and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well-directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy came out of his bombproofs to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the cease-fire orders were given by the flagship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


ERICKSON, JOHN P.Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PontoosucDate of Action: December 24, 1864 to February 22, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John P. Erickson, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, North Carolina, 24 December 1864, to 22 February 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully throughout this period, Captain of the Forecastle Erickson was so severely wounded in the assault upon Fort Fisher that he was sent to the hospital at Portsmouth, Virginia. Erickson was recommended for his gallantry, skill, and coolness in action while under the fire of the enemy. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at London, EnglandHome Town: Brooklyn, New York

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War FARLEY, WILLIAMBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S. Steam Gunboat MarbleheadDate of Action: December 25, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Farley, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River, South Carolina, 25 December 1863, during an engagement with the enemy on John's Island. Behaving in a gallant manner, Boatswain's Mate Farley animated his men and kept up a rapid and effective fire on the enemy throughout the engagement which resulted in the enemy's abandonment of his positions, leaving a caisson and one gun behind. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Whitefield, MaineHome Town: Whitefield, Maine

FARRELL, EDWARDQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OwascoDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Farrell, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Owasco during the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, 24 April 1862. Stationed at the masthead during these operations, Quartermaster Farrell observed and reported the effect of the fire of our guns in such a manner as to make his intelligence, coolness and capacity conspicuous. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Saratoga, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

FITZPATRICK, THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Fitzpatrick, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of the No. 1 gun on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford, during action against rebel gunboats, the ram Tennessee and Fort Morgan in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Although struck several times in the face by splinters, and with his gun disabled when a shell burst between the two forward 9-inch guns, killing and wounding 15 men, Coxswain Fitzpatrick, within a few minutes, had the gun in working order again with new track, breeching and side tackle, had sent the wounded below, cleared the area of other casualties, and was fighting his gun as before. He served as an inspiration to the members of his crew and contributed to the success of the action in which the Tennessee was captured. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at CanadaHome Town: Taunton, Massachusetts

FLOOD, THOMAS S.Boy, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PensacolaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas S. Flood, Boy, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Pensacola in the attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and at the taking of new Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. Swept from the bridge by a shell which wounded the Signal Quartermaster, Navy Boy Thomas Flood returned to the bridge after assisting the wounded man below and taking over his duties, performed them with coolness, exactitude and the fidelity of a veteran Seaman. His intelligence and character cannot be spoken of too warmly. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


FOY, CHARLES H.Signal Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles H. Foy, Signal Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island during the action with Fort Fisher and the Federal Point batteries, North Carolina, 13 to 15 January 1865. Carrying out his duties courageously during the battle, Signal Quartermaster Foy continued to be outstanding by his good conduct and faithful services throughout this engagement which resulted in a heavy casualty list when an attempt was made to storm Fort Fisher. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Portsmouth, New HampshireHome Town: Springfield, Massachusetts

FRANKS, WILLIAM J.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarmoraDate of Action: March 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William J. Franks, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Marmora off Yazoo City, Mississippi, 5 March 1864. Embarking from the Marmora with a 12-pound howitzer mounted on a field carriage, Seaman Franks landed with the gun and crew in the midst of heated battle and, bravely standing by his gun despite enemy rifle fire which cut the gun carriage and rammer contributed to the turning back of the enemy during the fierce engagement. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Chatham, North CarolinaHome Town: De Valls Bluff, Arkansas

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War FRISBEE, JOHN B.Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S. Gunboat PinolaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John B. Frisbee, Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Steam Gunboat Pinola during action against Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and during the taking of New Orleans, 24 April 1862. While engaged in the bombardment of Fort St. Philip, Gunner's Mate Frisbee, acting courageously and without personal regard, closed the powder magazine which had been set afire by enemy shelling and shut off his avenue of escape, thereby setting a high example of bravery. He served courageously throughout these engagements which resulted in the taking of the Forts Jackson and St. Philip and in the surrender of New Orleans. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: 1/7/1825 at Phippsburg, MaineHome Town: Brookline, Massachusetts

GARDNER, WILLIAMSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. GalenaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Gardner, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Galena in the engagement at Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Serving gallantly during this fierce battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan, Seaman Gardner behaved with conspicuous coolness under the fire of the enemy. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


GARRISON, JAMES R.Coal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James R. Garrison, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship, U.S.S. Hartford, during successful engagements against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. When a shell struck his foot and severed one of his toes, Coal Heaver Garrison remained at his station at the shell whip and, after crudely bandaging the wound, continued to perform his duties until severely wounded by another shellburst. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 6/22/1838 at Poughkeepsie, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

GARVIN, WILLIAMCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Garvin, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the fort. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at CanadaHome Town: Plymouth, Connecticut

GEORGE, DANIEL GRIFFIN (POW)Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Picket Boat #1Date of Action: October 27, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Griffin George, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board U.S. Picket Boat No. 1, in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram, Albemarle, which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. (Daniel George's TRUE name was William Smith) General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 7/7/1840 at Plaistow, New HampshireHome Town: Plaistow, New Hampshire

GILE, FRANK S.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LehighDate of Action: November 16, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank S. Gile, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task of freeing the Lehigh, which had been grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War Moultrie. After several previous attempts had been made, Landsman Gile succeeded in passing in a small boat from the Lehigh to the Nahant with a line bent on a hawser. This courageous action while under severe enemy fire enabled the Lehigh to be freed from her helpless position. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 9/15/1847 at Massachusetts Home Town: North Andover, Massachusetts

GRAHAM, ROBERTLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TaconyDate of Action: October 31, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Graham, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Landsman Graham distinguished himself by a display of coolness when he participated in landing and spiking a 9-inch gun while under a devastating fire from enemy musketry. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


Robert Graham re-enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1881 under name Frederick Hall.

GREENE, JOHNCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Greene, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and while under fire and ramming by the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862. During this action at extremely close range while his ship was under furious fire and twice rammed by the rebel ship Morgan, Captain of the Forecastle Greene remained steadfast at his gun throughout the thickest of the fight and was instrumental in inflicting damage on the enemy until the Varuna, badly damaged and forced to beach, was finally sunk. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Home Town: New York, New York

GRIFFITHS, JOHNCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Santiago de CubaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Griffiths, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As one of a boat crew detailed to one of the generals on shore, Captain of the Forecastle Griffiths bravely entered the fort in the assault and accompanied his

party in carrying dispatches at the height of the battle. He was one of six men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Wales Home Town: Massachusetts

GRISWOLD, LUKE M.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: December 30, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Luke M. Griswold, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the U.S.S. Monitor, 30 December 1862 near Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. Participating in the hazardous rescue of the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Ordinary Seaman Griswold, after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island, and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Massachusetts, MassachusettsHome Town: Springfield, Massachusetts

HAFFEE, EDMUNDQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edmund Haffee, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close inshore, and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well-directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire, as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy came out of his bombproof to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the cease-fire orders were given by the flagship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War HALEY, JAMESCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Haley, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of the Forecastle on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as Captain of a gun during the bitter engagement, Haley exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly commended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievement under enemy fire. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Ireland Home Town: Ohio

HALSTEAD, WILLIAM W.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William W. Halstead, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Coxswain Halstead fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 1/9/1837 at Alplaus, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

HAM, MARK G.Carpenter's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Mark G. Ham, Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Performing his duties intelligently and faithfully, Carpenter's Mate Ham distinguished himself in the face of the bitter enemy fire and was highly commended by his divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Portsmouth, New HampshireHome Town: Portsmouth, New Hampshire

HAMILTON, HUGHCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hugh Hamilton, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Coxswain Hamilton performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the prolonged battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the successful attacks carried out on Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


HAMILTON, RICHARD (POW)Coal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S. Picket Boat #1Date of Action: October 27, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Hamilton, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1, in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram Albemarle which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


HAMILTON, THOMAS W.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CincinnatiDate of Action: May 27, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas W. Hamilton, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last although so penetrated by enemy shell fire that her fate was sealed. Conspicuously gallant during this action, Quartermaster Hamilton, severely wounded at the wheel, returned to his post and had to be sent below, to hear

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War the incessant roar of guns as the gallant ship went down, "her colors nailed to the mast." General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at ScotlandHome Town: Weymouth, Massachusetts

HAND, ALLEXANDERQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CeresDate of Action: July 09, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Allexander Hand, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ceres in the fight near Hamilton, Roanoke River, North Carolina, 9 July 1862. Fired on by the enemy with small arms, Quartermaster Hand courageously returned the raking enemy fire and was spoken of for good conduct and cool bravery under enemy fire, by the commanding officer. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Delaware Home Town: Delaware

HARCOURT, THOMASOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MinnesotaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Harcourt, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from his ship, Ordinary Seaman Harcourt advanced to the top of the sand hill and partly through the breach in the palisades despite enemy fire which killed and wounded many officers and men. When more than two-thirds of the men become seized with panic and retreated on the run, he remained with the party until dark when it came safely away, bringing its wounded, its arms and its colors. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


HARDING, THOMASCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. DacotahDate of Action: June 09, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Harding, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of the Forecastle on board the U.S.S. Dacotah on the occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner Pevensey, near Beaufort, North Carolina, 9 June 1864. Learning that one of the officers in the boat, which was in danger of being, and subsequently was, swamped, could not swim, Captain of the Forecastle Harding remarked to him: "If we are swamped, sir, I shall carry you to the beach or I will never go there myself.'" He did not succeed in carrying out his promise, but made desperate efforts to do so, while others thought only of

themselves. Such conduct is worthy of appreciation and admiration--a sailor risking his own life to save that of an officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Middletown, ConnecticutHome Town: Middletown, Connecticut

HARLEY, BERNARD (POW)Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Picket Boat #1Date of Action: October 27, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Bernard Harley, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1, in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram Albemarle, which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Brooklyn, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

HARRINGTON, DANIEL C.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PocahontasDate of Action: March 11, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel C. Harrington, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as a landsman from the U.S.S. Pocahontas, near Brunswick, Georgia, March 11, 1862. Landsman Harrington participated in a shore mission to procure meat for the ship's crew. While returning to the beach, the party was fired on from ambush and several men killed or wounded. Cool and courageous throughout his action, Landsman Harrington rendered gallant service against the enemy and in administering to the casualties. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Ireland Home Town: Massachusetts

HARRIS, JOHNCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Harris, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Metacomet. Captain of the Forecastle Harris was a member of the boat's

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HARRISON, GEORGE H.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George H. Harrison, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger and loader of the 11-inch pivot gun during the bitter engagement, Seaman Harrison exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 4/9/1841 at Middleton, MassachusettsHome Town: Somerset, Massachusetts

HATHAWAY, EDWARD W.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SciotaDate of Action: June 28, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward W. Hathaway, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Sciota prior to the battle Vicksburg, Mississippi, on 28 June 1862. Struck by a bullet which severed his left arm above the elbow, Seaman Hathaway displayed exceptional courage as his ship sustained numerous damaging hits from stem to stern while proceeding down the river to fight the battle of Vicksburg. General Order No. 84, October 3, 1867

Born: 7/9/1839 at Plymouth, MassachusettsHome Town: Plymouth, Massachusetts

HAWKINS, CHARLESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Hawkins, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powerboat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's

tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the forts. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at ScotlandHome Town: Portsmouth, New Hampshire

HAYDEN, JOSEPH B.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph B. Hayden, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga, as Quartermaster in charge of steering the ship into action, during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 13 to 15 January 1865. Quartermaster Hayden steered the ship into position in the line of battle where she maintained a well-directed fire upon the batteries to the left of the palisades during the initial phases of the engagement. Although several of the enemy's shots fell over and around the vessel, the Ticonderoga fought her guns gallantly throughout three consecutive days of battle until the flag was planted on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at St. Mary's City, MarylandHome Town: St. Mary's City, Maryland

HAYES, JOHNCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Hayes, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as Second Captain of the No. 2 gun during the bitter engagement, Coxswain Hayes exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the division officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 7/20/1832 at Brogus, CanadaHome Town: New Bedford, Massachusetts

HAYES, THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Hayes, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of No. 1 gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Cool and courageous at his station throughout the prolonged action, Coxswain Hayes maintained fire from his gun on Fort Morgan and on ships of the Confederacy despite extremely heavy return fire.

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Born: at Rhode Island Home Town: Rhode Island

HICKMAN, JOHN S.Second Class Fireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: March 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John S. Hickman, Second Class Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, Louisiana, 14 March 1863. Damaged by a 6-inch solid rifle shot which shattered the starboard safety-valve chamber and also damaged the port safety-valve, the fireroom of the U.S.S. Richmond immediately became filled with steam to place it in an extremely critical condition. Acting courageously in this crisis, Second Class Fireman Hickman persisted in penetrating the steam-filled room in order to haul the hot fires of the furnaces and continued this action until the gravity of the situation had been lessened. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: 3/2/1837 at Blair County, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Blair County, Pennsylvania

HINNEGAN, WILLIAMFireman Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Hinnegan, Fireman Second Class, US Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detec-tion by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the forts. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


HOLLAT, GEORGEThird Class Boy, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Hollat, Third Class Boy, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Third Class Boy on board the U.S.S. Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862. George Hollat rendered gallant service through the perilous action and remained steadfast and courageous at his battle station despite extremely heavy fire and the ramming

of the Varuna by the rebel ship Morgan, continuing his efforts until his ship, repeatedly holed and fatally damaged, was beached and sunk. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Home Town: New York, New York

HORTON, JAMESGunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MontaukDate of Action: September 21, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Horton, Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Gunner's Mate on board the U.S.S. Montauk, 21 September 1864. During the night of 21 September, when fire was discovered in the magazine lightroom of the vessel, causing a panic and demoralizing the crew, Gunner's Mate Horton rushed into the cabin, obtained the magazine keys, sprang into the lightroom and began passing out combustibles, including the box of signals in which the fire originated. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 7/1/1840 at England Home Town: Massachusetts

HORTON, LEWIS AUGUSTINESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: December 30, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Lewis Augustine Horton, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island, which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the U.S.S. Monitor, 30 December 1862 near Cape Hatteras, North Carolina. Participating in the hazardous task of rescuing the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Horton, after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 5/26/1842 at Bristol County, MassachusettsHome Town: Taunton, Massachusetts

HOUGHTON, EDWARD J.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Picket Boat #1Date of Action: October 27, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward J. Houghton, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1 in action near Plymouth, North Carolina, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram Albemarle, which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Mobile, AlabamaHome Town: Mobile, Alabama

HOWARD, MARTIN AKA: MICHAEL C. HORGANLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TaconyDate of Action: October 31, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Martin Howard, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Landsman Howard distinguished himself by a display of coolness when he participated in landing and spiking a 9-inch gun while under a devastating fire from enemy musketry. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


HOWARD, PETERBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MississippiDate of Action: March 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Peter Howard, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Mississippi during the action against Port Hudson, Louisiana, 14 March 1863. Running aground during the darkness and in the midst of battle while exposed to a devastating fire from enemy shore batteries, the Mississippi was ordered abandoned after a long and desperate attempt to free her. Serving courageously throughout this period in which a steady fire was kept up against the enemy until the ship was enveloped in flames and abandoned, Boatswain's Mate Howard acted gallantly in his duties. Soon after the firing of the Mississippi and its abandonment, it was seen to slide off the shoal, drift downstream and explode, leaving no possibility of its falling into enemy hands. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at FranceHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

HUSKEY, MICHAELFireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CarondeletDate of Action: March, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Huskey, Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Fireman on board the U.S.S. Carondelet, Deer

Creek Expedition, Mississippi, March 1863. Carrying out his duties gallantly, Fireman Huskey volunteered to aid in the rescue of the tug Ivy under the fire of the enemy, and set forth general meritorious conduct during this hazardous mission. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Niagara County, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

HYLAND, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SignalDate of Action: May 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Hyland, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Signal which was attacked by field batteries and sharpshooters and destroyed in Red River, Louisiana, 5 May 1864. Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning their fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Although wounded, Seaman Hyland courageously went in full view of several hundred sharpshooters and let go the anchor, and again to slip the cable, when he was again wounded by the raking enemy fire. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Ireland Home Town: Illinois

IRLAM, JOSEPHSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Irlam, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while stationed at the wheel on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. When heavy enemy fire struck down several men at their guns and replacements were not available, Seaman Irlam voluntarily released two men who were stationed with him and carried on at the wheel with the assistance of only one of the crew throughout the furious battle. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Liverpool, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

IRVING, JOHNCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Irving, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Coxswain Irving fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at East Brooklyn, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

IRVING, THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LehighDate of Action: November 16, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Irving, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task of freeing the Lehigh, which had grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie. Rowing the small boat which was used in the hazardous task of transferring hawsers from the Lehigh to the Nahant. Coxswain Irving twice succeeded in making the trip, while under severe fire from the enemy, only to find that each had been in vain when the hawsers were cut by hostile fire and chaffing. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864


IRWIN, NICHOLASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Nicholas Irwin, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Seaman Irwin fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at DenmarkHome Town: New York, New York

JAMES, JOHN H.Captain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John H. James, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on

board as enemy fire raked her decks, Captain of the Top James fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


JENKINS, THOMASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CincinnatiDate of Action: May 27, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Jenkins, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last, though so penetrated by shell fire that her fate was sealed. Serving bravely during this action, Seaman Jenkins was conspicuously cool under the fire of the enemy, never ceasing to fight until this proud ship went down, "her colors nailed to the mast." General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

JOHNSON, HENRYSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Johnson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Metacomet, Johnson served as a member of the boat's crew which went to the rescue of the U.S. Monitor Tecumseh when that vessel was struck by a torpedo in passing the enemy forts in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. He braved the enemy fire which was said by the admiral to be "one of the most galling" he had ever seen, and aided in rescuing from death ten of the crew of the Tecumseh, thereby eliciting the admiration of both friend and foe. General Order No. 82, February 23, 1867


JOHNSTON, WILLIAM P.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Fort HindmanDate of Action: March 02, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William P. Johnston, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Fort Hindman during the engagement near Harrisonburg, Louisiana, 2 March 1864. Badly wounded in the hand during the action, Landsman Johnston, despite his wound, took the place of another man to sponge and lead one of the guns throughout the entire

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War action in which the Fort Hindman was raked severely with shot and shell from the enemy guns. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Chicago, IllinoisHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

JONES, ANDREWChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S. Ironclad ChickasawDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Andrew Jones, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Chief Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S. Ironclad, Chickasaw, Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Although his enlistment was up, Chief Boatswain's Mate Jones volunteered for the battle of Mobile Bay, going on board the Chickasaw from the Vincennes where he then carried out his duties gallantly throughout the engagement with the enemy which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Limerick, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

JONES, JOHNLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: December 30, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Jones, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island, which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the U.S.S. Monitor near Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, 30 December 1862. Participating in the hazardous rescue of the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Landsman Jones, after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island, and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 8/25/1841 at Bridgeport, ConnecticutHome Town: Acton, Massachusetts

JONES, JOHN E.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OneidaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John E. Jones, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Stationed at the wheel during the fierce action, Quartermaster Jones, though wounded, carried out his duties gallantly by going to the poop to assist at the signals after

the wheel ropes were shot away and remained there until ordered to reeve new wheel ropes. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


JONES, THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Jones, Coxs-wain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13 to 15 January 1865. Despite heavy return fire by the enemy and the explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle which killed eight men and wounded 12 more, Coxswain Jones, as Captain of a gun, performed his duties with skill and courage during the first two days of battle. As his ship again took position on the line on the 13th, he remained steadfast as the Ticonderoga maintained a well-placed fire upon the batteries on shore, and thereafter, as she materially lessened the power of guns on the mound which had been turned upon our assaulting columns. During this action the flag was planted on one side of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


JONES, WILLIAMCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Jones, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Jones fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the prolonged battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


JORDAN, ROBERTCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Mount WashingtonDate of Action: April 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Jordan, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the U.S.S. Minnesota and temporarily serving on the U.S.S. Mount Washington, during action against the enemy in the Nansemond River, Virginia, 14 April 1863. When the Mount Washington drifted against the

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JORDAN, THOMAS H.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. GalenaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas H. Jordan, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Galena during the attack on enemy forts at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Securely lashed to the side of the Oneida which had suffered the loss of her steering apparatus and an explosion of her boiler from enemy fire, the Galena aided the stricken vessel past the enemy forts to safety. Despite heavy damage to his ship from raking enemy fire, Quartermaster Jordan performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the action. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 4/12/1840 at Portsmouth, VirginiaHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

KANE, THOMASCaptain of the Hold, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NereusDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Kane, Captain of the Hold, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Nereus during the attack on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. Thomas Kane, as Captain of the Hold, displayed outstanding skill and courage as his ship maintained its well-directed fire against fortifications on shore despite the enemy's return fire. When a rebel steamer was discovered in the river back of the fort, the Nereus, with forward rifle guns trained, drove the ship off at the third fire. The gallant ship's participation contributed to the planting of the flag on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels. General Order No. 84, October 3, 1867

Born: at Jersey City, New JerseyHome Town: Jersey City, New Jersey

KELLEY, JOHNSecond Class Fireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CeresDate of Action: July 09, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Kelley, Second Class Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Second Class Fireman on board the U.S.S. Ceres in the fight near Hamilton, Roanoke River, North Carolina, 9 July 1862. When his ship was fired on by the enemy with

small arms, Second Class Fireman Kelley returned the raking fire, courageously carrying out his duties through the engagement and was spoken of for good conduct and cool bravery under enemy fires, by the commanding officer. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Ireland

KENDRICK, THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OneidaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Kendrick, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Coxswain on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August, 1864. Volunteering for the Mobile Bay action from Bienville, Coxswain Kendrick displayed courageous devotion to duty, and his excellent conduct throughout the battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging of Fort Morgan, attracted the attention of the commanding officer and those serving around him. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Bath, MaineHome Town: Bath, Maine

KENNA, BARNETTQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Barnett Kenna, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern Quartermaster Kenna fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious action which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Canterbury, EnglandHome Town: Newburyport, Massachusetts

KENYON, CHARLES W.Fireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. GalenaDate of Action: May 15, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles W. Kenyon, Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Galena in the attack upon Drewry's Bluff, Virginia, 15 May 1862. Severely burned while extricating a priming wire which had become bent and fixed in the bow gun while his ship underwent terrific shelling from the enemy, Fireman Kenyon hastily dressed his hands with cotton waste and oil and courageously returned to his gun while enemy sharpshooters in rifle pits

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War along the banks continued to direct their fire at the men at the guns. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Oneida, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

KING, ROBERT HENRY (POW)Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S. Picket Boat #1Date of Action: October 27, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Henry King, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Picket Boat No. 1, in action, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate ram, Albemarle, which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and then made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


KINNAIRD, SAMUEL W.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel W. Kinnaird, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as a Landsman on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Showing a presence of mind and cheerfulness that had much to do with maintaining the crew's morale, Landsman Kinnaird served gallantly through the action which resulted in the capture of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


LAFFERTY, JOHN(First Award)Fireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WyalusingDate of Action: May 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Lafferty, Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing. Fireman Lafferty participated in a plan to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, North Carolina, 25 May 1864. Volunteering for the hazardous mission, Fireman Lafferty participated in the transfer of two torpedoes across an island swamp and then served as sentry to keep guard of clothes and arms left by other members of the party. After being rejoined by others of the party who had been discovered before the plan could be completed, Lafferty succeeded in returning to the mother ship after spending 24 hours of discomfort in the rain and swamp. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at New York, New YorkHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Other Award: 2nd Medal of Honor (Peace Time Award) Under the name of John Laverty

LAFFEY, BARTLETTSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarmoraDate of Action: March 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Bartlett Laffey, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action off Yazoo City, Mississippi, 5 March 1864. Embarking from the U.S.S. Marmora with a 12-pound howitzer mounted on a field carriage, Seaman Laffey landed with the gun and crew in the midst of heated battle and, bravely standing by his gun despite enemy rifle fire which cut the gun carriage and rammer, contributed to the turning back of the enemy during the fierce engagement. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Galway, IrelandHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

LAKIN, DANIELSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Commodore PerryDate of Action: October 03, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Lakin, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia 3 October 1862. With enemy fire raking the deck of his ship and blockades thwarting her progress, Seaman Lakin remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as the Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War LANN, JOHN S.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MagnoliaDate of Action: March 05 & 06, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John S. Lann, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Landsman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia, St. Marks, Florida, 5 and 6 March. Landsman Lann served with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun. His coolness and determination in standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 8/29/1843 at Rochester, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

LAWSON, JOHN HENRYLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Henry Lawson, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Wounded in the leg and thrown violently against the side of the ship when an enemy shell killed or wounded the six-man crew as the shell whipped on the berth deck, Landsman Lawson, upon regaining his composure, promptly returned to his station and, although urged to go below for treatment, steadfastly continued his duties throughout the remainder of the action. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


LEAR, NICHOLASQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Nicholas Lear, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14, and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close inshore and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well-directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy came out of his

bombproofs to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the cease-fire order was given by the flagship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


LEE, JAMES H.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James H. Lee, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger of the No. 1 gun during this bitter engagement, Seaman Lee exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


LELAND, GEORGE W.Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LehighDate of Action: November 16, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George W. Leland, Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task, of freeing the Lehigh, which had grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie. Rowing the small boat which was used in the hazardous task of transferring hawsers from the Lehigh to the Nahant, Gunner's Mate Leland twice succeeded in making the trip, only to find that each had been in vain when the hawsers were cut by enemy fire and chaffing. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Savannah, GeorgiaHome Town: Savannah, Georgia

LEON, PIERRECaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Baron De KalbDate of Action: December 23 - 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Pierre Leon, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb, Yazoo River Expedition, Mississippi, 23 to 27 December 1862. Proceeding under orders up the Yazoo River, the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb, with the object of capturing or destroying the enemy's transports, came upon the steamers John Walsh, R. J. Locklan, Golden Age and the Scotland sunk on a bar where they were ordered fired. Continuing up the river, she was fired on, but upon returning the fire, caused the enemy's retreat. Returning down the Yazoo, she

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War destroyed and captured larger quantities of enemy equipment and several prisoners. Serving bravely throughout this action, Pierre Leon, as Captain of the forecastle, distinguished himself in the various actions. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: 8/23/1838 at FranceHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

LLOYD, BENJAMINCoal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WyalusingDate of Action: May 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Benjamin Lloyd, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing and participating in a plan to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, North Carolina, 25 May 1864. Volunteering for the hazardous mission, Coal Heaver Lloyd participated in the transfer of two torpedoes across an island swamp. Serving as Boatkeeper, he aided in rescuing others of the party who had been detected before the plan could be completed, but who escaped, leaving detection of the plan impossible. By his skill and courage, Coal Heaver Lloyd succeeded in returning to the mother ship after spending 24 hours of discomfort in the rain and swamp. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Liverpool, EnglandHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

LLOYD, JOHN W.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WyalusingDate of Action: May 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John W. Lloyd, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Wyalusing during an attempt to destroy the rebel ram Albemarle in Roanoke River, 25 May 1864. Coxswain Lloyd participated in this daring plan by swimming the Roanoke River heavily weighted with a line which was used for hauling torpedoes across. Thwarted by discovery just before the completion of the plan, Lloyd cut the torpedo guiding line to prevent detection of the plan by the enemy and again swam the river, narrowly escaping enemy musket fire and regaining the ship in safety. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


LOGAN, HUGHCaptain of the Afterguard, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: December 30, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hugh Logan, Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the U.S.S. Monitor near Cape Hatteras, North

Carolina, 30 December 1862. Participating in the hazardous rescue of the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Captain of the Afterguard Logan, after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island, and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


LYONS, THOMAS G.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PensacolaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas G. Lyons, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Pensacola in the attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, 24 April 1862. Carrying out his duties throughout the din and roar of the battle, Seaman Lyons never once erred in his brave performance. Lashed outside of that vessel, on the port-sheet chain, with the lead in hand to lead the ship past the forts, Lyons never flinched, although under a heavy fire from the forts and rebel gunboats. General Order No. 169, February 08, 1872

Born: at Salem, MassachusettsHome Town: Salem, Massachusetts

MACHON, JAMESBoy, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Machon, Boy, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Stationed in the immediate vicinity of the shell whips which were twice cleared of men by bursting shells, Navy Boy Machon remained steadfast at his post and performed his duties in the powder division throughout the furious action which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Derby, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

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MACK, ALEXANDERCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Mack, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Although wounded and sent below for treatment, Captain of the Top Mack immediately returned to his post and took charge of his gun and, as heavy enemy return fire continued to fall, performed his duties with skill and courage until he was again wounded and totally disabled. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 5/17/1834 at Rotterdam, HollandHome Town: New York, New York

MACK, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Hendrick HudsonDate of Action: March 05 & 06, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Mack, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Hendrick Hudson, St. Marks, Florida, 5 and 6 March 1865. Seaman Mack served with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and, throughout this fierce engagement, made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun. His coolness and determination in courageously standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Brooksville, MaineHome Town: Brooksville, Maine

MADDEN, WILLIAMCoal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Madden, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during the successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Stationed in the immediate vicinity of the shell whips, which were twice cleared of men by bursting shells, Coal Heaver Madden remained steadfast at his post and performed his duties in the powder division throughout the furious action which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Devonshire, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

MARTIN, EDWARD S.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. GalenaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward S. Martin, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Galena during the attack on enemy forts at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Securely lashed to the side of the Oneida which had suffered the loss of her steering apparatus and an explosion of her boiler from enemy fire, the Galena aided the stricken vessel past the enemy forts to safety. Despite heavy damage to his ship from raking enemy fire, Quartermaster Martin performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the action. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

MARTIN, WILLIAMSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Martin, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, 24 April 1862. His ship was taken under furious fire by the rebel Morgan and severely damaged by ramming. Steadfast at his station through the thickest of the fight, Seaman Martin inflicted damage on the enemy, remaining cool and courageous although the Varuna, so badly damaged that she was forced to beach, was finally sunk. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


MARTIN, WILLIAMBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BentonDate of Action: December 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Martin, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Benton during the attack on Haines Bluff, Yazoo River, Mississippi, 27 December 1862. Taking part in the hour-and-a-half engagement with the enemy, who had the dead range of the vessel and was punishing her with heavy fire, Boatswain's Mate Martin served courageously throughout the battle until the Benton was ordered to withdraw. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: 9/22/1835 at New York, New YorkHome Town: Cairo, Illinois

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War MCCLELLAND, MATHEWFirst Class Fireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: March 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Mathew McClelland, First Class Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, Louisiana, 14 March 1863. Damaged by a 6-inch solid rifle shot which shattered the starboard safety-valve chamber and also damaged the port safety-valve, the fireroom of the Richmond immediately became filled with steam to place it in an extremely critical condition. Acting courageously in this crisis, First Class Fireman McClelland persisted in penetrating the steam-filled room in order to haul the hot fires of the furnaces and continued this gallant action until the gravity of the situation had lessened. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at Brooklyn, New YorkHome Town: Brooklyn, New York

MCCORMICK, MICHAELBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SignalDate of Action: May 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael McCormick, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Signal, Red River, Louisiana, 5 May 1864. Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning the fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Serving as Gun Captain and wounded early in the battle, Boatswain's Mate McCormick bravely stood by his gun in the face of the enemy fire until ordered to withdraw. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

MCCULLOCK, ADAMSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Adam McCullock, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Wounded when an enemy shell struck, and ordered to go below, Seaman McCullock refused to leave his station and continued to perform his duties throughout the prolonged action which resulted in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Maine, MaineHome Town: Augusta, Maine

MCDONALD, JOHNBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Baron De KalbDate of Action: December 23 - 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John McDonald, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb, Yazoo River Expedition, Mississippi, 23 to 27 December 1862. Proceeding under orders up the Yazoo River, the U.S.S. Baron De Kalb, with the object of capturing or destroying the enemy's transports, came upon the steamers John Walsh, R. J. Locklan, Golden Age, and the Scotland, sunk on a bar where they were ordered burned. Continuing up the river, she was fired on but, upon returning the fire, caused the enemy's retreat. Returning down the Yazoo, she destroyed and captured large quantities of enemy equipment and several prisoners. Serving bravely throughout this action, John McDonald, as Boatswain's Mate, distinguished himself in the various actions. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Perth, ScotlandHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

MCFARLAND, JOHN C.Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John C. McFarland, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while stationed at the wheel on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful action against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. With his ship under terrific enemy shellfire, Captain of the Forecastle McFarland performed his duties with skill and courage and, when the Lackawanna ran into his ship and every man at the wheel was in danger of being crushed, remained steadfast at his station and continued to steer the ship. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


MCGOWAN, JOHNQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John McGowan, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quartermaster on the U.S.S. Varuna. Quartermaster McGowan occupied one of the most responsible positions on the U.S.S. Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and in action against the rebel ship Morgan on 24 April 1862. Although guns were raking the decks from behind him, Quartermaster McGowan remained steadfast at the wheel throughout the thickest of the fight, continuing at his station

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MCHUGH, MARTINSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CincinnatiDate of Action: May 27, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Martin McHugh, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg (Mississippi) batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati amidst, an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last, though so penetrated by shellfire that her fate was sealed. Serving bravely during this action, Seaman McHugh was conspicuously cool under the fire of the enemy, never ceasing to fire until this proud ship went down, "her colors nailed to the mast." General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at Cincinnati, OhioHome Town: Cincinnati, Ohio

MCINTOSH, JAMESCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James McIntosh, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Captain of the Top McIntosh performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the prolonged battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the successful attacks carried out on Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 11/17/1829 at CanadaHome Town: New York, New York

MCKNIGHT, WILLIAMCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William McKnight, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Varuna during the attacks on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana. And in action against the rebel ship Morgan, 24 April 1862. During this action at extremely close range, while his ship was under furious fire and was twice rammed by the rebel ship Morgan, Coxswain McKnight remained steadfast at his gun throughout the thickest of the fight and was instrumental in inflicting damage on the enemy until the Varuna, so badly damaged that she was forced to beach, was finally sunk. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: 5/3/1842 at Ulster County, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

MCLEOD, JAMESCaptain of the Foretop, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PensacolaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James McLeod, Captain of the Foretop, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of Foretop, and a volunteer from the U.S.S. Colorado. Captain of the Foretop McLeod served on board the U.S.S. Pensacola during the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. Acting as gun Captain of the rifled howitzer aft which was much exposed, he served this piece with great ability and activity, although no officer superintended it. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Scotland Home Town: Maine

MCWILLIAMS, GEORGE WASHINGTONLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PontoosucDate of Action: December 24, 1864 to February 22, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Washington McWilliams, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, North Carolina, 24 December 1864, to 22 February 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully throughout this period, Landsman McWilliams was so severely wounded in the assault upon Fort Fisher that he was sent to the hospital at Portsmouth, Virginia. George McWilliams was recommended for his gallantry, skill and coolness in action while under the fire of the enemy. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Waterford, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Waterford, Pennsylvania

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War MELVILLE, CHARLESOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Melville, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during action against rebel gunboats, the ram Tennessee, and Fort Morgan in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Wounded and taken below to the surgeon when a shell burst between the two forward 9-inch guns, killing and wounding 15 men, Ordinary Seaman Melville promptly returned to his gun on the deck and, although scarcely able to stand, refused to go below and continued to man his post throughout the remainder of the action resulting in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Dover, New HampshireHome Town: Dover, New Hampshire

MIFFLIN, JAMESEngineer's Cook, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Mifflin, Engineer's Cook, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Stationed in the immediate vicinity of the shell whips which were twice cleared of men by bursting shells, Engineer's Cook Mifflin remained steadfast at his post and performed his duties in the powder division throughout the furious action which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Richmond, VirginiaHome Town: Richmond, Virginia

MILLER, JAMESQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S. Steam Gunboat MarbleheadDate of Action: December 25, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Miller, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S. Steam Gunboat Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River, South Carolina, 25 December 1863, during an engagement with the enemy on John's Island. Acting courageously under the fierce hostile fire, Quartermaster Miller behaved gallantly throughout the engagement which resulted in the enemy's withdrawal and abandonment of its arms. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 9/21/1836 at DenmarkHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

MILLIKEN, DANIELQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Milliken, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864, and 13,14 and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the Ironclad division close inshore and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy came out of his bombproofs to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the "cease fire" orders were given by the flagship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Saco, MaineHome Town: New York, New York

MILLS, CHARLESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MinnesotaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Mills, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Minnesota, in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from his ship, Seaman Mills charged up to the palisades and, when more than two thirds of the men became seized with panic and retreated on the run, risked his life to remain with a wounded officer. With the enemy concentrating his fire on the group, he waited until after dark before assisting the wounded man from the field. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 9/1/1840 at Ulster, New YorkHome Town: Brooklyn, New York

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MOLLOY, HUGHOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Fort HindmanDate of Action: March 02, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hugh Molloy, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Fort Hindman during the engagement near Harrisonburg, Louisiana, 2 March 1864. Following a shellburst which mortally wounded the first sponger, who dropped the sponge out of the forecastle port, Ordinary Seaman Molloy jumped out of the port to the forecastle, recovered the sponge and sponged and loaded the gun for the remainder of the action from his exposed position, despite the extreme danger to his person from the raking fire of enemy musketry. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 9/25/1841 at County Wexford, IrelandHome Town: Joliet, Illinois

MONTGOMERY, ROBERT WILLIAMCaptain of the Afterguard, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert William Montgomery, Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the forts. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Norwich, Connecticut

MOORE, CHARLESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Moore, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger and loader of the 11-inch pivot gun of the second division during this bitter engagement, Seaman Moore exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Holland Home Town: Gibraltar

MOORE, CHARLESLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S. Steam Gunboat MarbleheadDate of Action: December 25, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Moore, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S. Steam Gunboat Marblehead off Legareville, Stono River, South Carolina, 25 December 1863, during an engagement with the enemy on John's Island. Wounded in the fierce battle, Landsman Moore returned to his quarters until so exhausted by loss of blood that he had to be taken below. This engagement resulted in the enemy's abandonment of his positions, leaving a caisson and one gun behind. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864


MOORE, GEORGESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: December 30, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Moore, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the U.S.S. Monitor near Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, 30 December 1862. Participating in the hazardous task of rescuing the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Seaman Moore after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island, and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

MOORE, WILLIAMBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BentonDate of Action: December 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Moore, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Benton during the attack on Haines Bluff, Yazoo River, Mississippi, 27 December 1862. Wounded during the hour-and-a-half engagement in which the enemy had the dead range of the vessel and was punishing her with heavy fire, Boatswain's Mate Moore served courageously in carrying lines to the shore until the Benton was ordered to withdraw. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 5/18/1837 at Boston, Massachusetts

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MORGAN, JAMES H.Captain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James H. Morgan, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the Tennessee in Mobile Bay, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Captain of the Top Morgan fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


MORRISON, JOHN G.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CarondeletDate of Action: July 15, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John G. Morrison, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Coxswain on board the U.S.S. Carondelet. Coxswain Morrison was commended for meritorious conduct in general and especially for his heroic conduct and his inspiring example to the crew in the engagement with the rebel ram Arkansas, Yazoo River, Mississippi, 15 July 1862. When the Carondelet was badly cut up, several of her crew killed, many wounded and others almost suffocated from the effects of escaped steam, Coxswain Morrison was the leader when boarders were called on deck, and the first to return to the guns and give the ram a broadside as she passed. His presence of mind in time of battle or trial is reported as always conspicuous and encouraging. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 7/13/1838 at IrelandHome Town: Lansingburg, New York

MORTON, CHARLES W.Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BentonDate of Action: December 23 - 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles W. Morton, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Benton during the Yazoo River Expedition, Mississippi, 23 to 27 December 1863. Taking part in the hour-and-a-half engagement with the enemy at Drumgould's Bluff, 27 December, Boatswain's Mate Morton served courageously throughout the battle against the hostile forces, who had the

dead range of the vessel and were punishing her with heavy fire, until the Benton was ordered to withdraw. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Ireland Home Town: Maryland

MULLEN, PATRICK(First Award)Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WyandankDate of Action: March 17, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Mullen, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Wyandank during a boat expedition up Mattox Creek, Virginia, 17 March 1865. Rendering gallant assistance to his commanding officer, Boatswain's Mate Mullen, lying on his back, loaded the howitzer and then fired so carefully as to kill and wound many rebels, causing their retreat. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 5/6/1844 at IrelandHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

Other Award: 2nd Medal of Honor (Peace Time Award)This Civil War deed resulted in the first of TWO awards of

the Medal of Honor to Patrick Mullen, making him one of 19 double recipients. He received a second award for his non-combat valor six weeks later when he attempted to rescue a man from drowning.

MURPHY, PATRICKBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Murphy, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Metacomet, during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Boatswain's Mate Murphy performed his duties with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 84, October 3, 1867


NAYLOR, DAVID JOHNSONLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OneidaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David Johnson Naylor, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Acting as powder boy at the 30-pounder Parrott rifle, Naylor had his passing box shot from his hands and knocked overboard where it

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War fell in one of the Galena's boats which was under the bow. Jumping overboard, Landsman Naylor recovered his box, returned to his station and continued to carry out his courageous actions throughout the engagement which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 11/14/1843 at Thompsonville, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

NEIL, JOHNQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Neil, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the forts. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Newfoundland, CanadaHome Town: Norwich, Connecticut

NEWLAND, WILLIAM D.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OneidaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William D. Newland, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Carrying out his duties as loader of the after 11-inch gun, Ordinary Seaman Newland distinguished himself on board for his good conduct and faithful discharge of his station, behaving splendidly under the fire of the enemy and throughout the battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 1/5/1841 at Medway, MassachusettsHome Town: Medway, Massachusetts

NIBBE, JOHN H. (POW)Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PetrelDate of Action: April 22, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John H. Nibbe, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in

action while serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Petrel during its capture in Yazoo River, Mississippi, 22 April 1864. Standing his ground when a shot came through the stern, raking the gundeck and entering and exploding the boilers, when all the others had deserted the flag, Quartermaster Nibbe assisted in getting the wounded off the guard and proceeded to get ready to fire the ship despite the escaping steam from the boilers at which time he was surrounded on all sides by the rebels and forced to surrender. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 11/25/1847 at GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

NICHOLS, WILLIAMQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Nichols, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Quartermaster Nichols fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee, and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


NOBLE, DANIELLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Noble, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Landsman on board the U.S.S. Metacomet. Landsman Noble served among the boat's crew which went to the rescue of the U.S. Monitor Tecumseh when that vessel was struck by a torpedo in passing enemy forts in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Landsman Noble braved the enemy fire which was said by the admiral to be "one of the most galling" he had ever seen and aided in rescuing from death ten of the crew of the Tecumseh, thereby eliciting the admiration of both friend and foe. General Order No. 71, January 15, 1966

Born: at Bath County, KentuckyHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

O'BRIEN, OLIVER ALBERTCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S. Sloop John AdamsDate of Action: November 28, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Oliver Albert O'Brien, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War while serving as Coxswain on board the U.S. Sloop John Adams, Sullivan's Island Channel, South Carolina, 28 November 1864. Taking part in the boarding of the blockade runner Beatrice while under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie, Coxswain O'Brien, who was in charge of one of the boarding launches, carried out his duties with prompt and energetic conduct. This action resulted in the firing of the Beatrice and the capture of a quantity of supplies from her. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


O'CONNELL, THOMASCoal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas O'Connell, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford, during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Although a patient in the sick bay, Coal Heaver O'Connell voluntarily reported at his station at the shell whip and continued to perform his duties with zeal and courage until his right hand was severed by an enemy shellburst. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


O'DONOGHUE, TIMOTHY (POW)Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SignalDate of Action: May 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Timothy O'Donoghue, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Signal, Red River, Louisiana, 5 May 1864. Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning the fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was raised. Serving as Gun Captain, and wounded early in the battle, O'Donoghue bravely stood by his gun in the face of enemy fire until ordered to withdraw. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Rochester, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

ORTEGA, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SaratogaDate of Action: No Date of Action on RecordCitation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Ortega, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Saratoga during actions of that vessel on two occasions. Carrying out his duties courageously during these actions, Seaman Ortega conducted himself gallantly through both periods. Promoted to Acting Master's Mate. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at SpainHome Town: Pennsylvania

PARKER, WILLIAMCaptain of the Afterguard, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CayugaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Parker, Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving at the wheel on board the U.S.S. Cayuga during the capture of Forts St. Philip and Jackson, Louisiana, and New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. As his ship led the advance column toward the barrier and both forts opened fire simultaneously, striking the vessel from stem to stern, Captain of the Afterguard Parker conscientiously performed his duties throughout the action in which attempts by three rebel steamers to butt and board were thwarted, and the ships driven off. Eleven gunboats were successfully engaged and the enemy garrisons forced to surrender during this battle in which the Cayuga sustained 46 hits. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


PARKS, GEORGECaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Parks, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Captain of the Forecastle Parks performed his duties with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Schenectady, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War PEASE, JOACHIMSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joachim Pease, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as loader on the No. 2 gun during this bitter engagement, Seaman Pease exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended by the divisional officer for gallantry under fire. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Long Island, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

PECK, OSCAR E.Second Class Boy, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VarunaDate of Action: April 24, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Oscar E. Peck, Second Class Boy, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Second Class Boy on board the U.S.S. Varuna during an attack on Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, 24 April 1862. Acting as powder boy of the after rifle, Second Class Boy Peck served gallantly while the Varuna was repeatedly attacked and rammed and finally sunk. This was an extremely close-range action and, although badly damaged, the Varuna delivered shells abaft the Morgan's armor. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Bridgeport, ConnecticutHome Town: Bridgeport, Connecticut

PELHAM, WILLIAMLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Pelham, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the flagship U.S.S. Hartford during successful actions against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. When the other members of his guncrew were killed or wounded under the enemy's terrific shellfire, Landsman Pelham calmly assisted the casualties below and voluntarily returned and took his place at an adjoining gun where another man had been struck down. He continued to fight his gun throughout the remainder of the battle which resulted in the capture of the Tennessee. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 12/8/1847 at Halifax, CanadaHome Town: New York, New York

PERRY, THOMASBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Perry, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as Captain of the No. 2 gun during this bitter engagement, Boatswain's Mate Perry exhibited marked coolness and good conduct under the enemy fire and was recommended for gallantry by his divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


PETERSON, ALFREDSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Commodore PerryDate of Action: October 03, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alfred Peterson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia 3 October 1862. With enemy fire raking the deck of his ship and blockades thwarting her progress, Peterson remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as the Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at SwedenHome Town: New York, New York

PHINNEY, WILLIAMBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Phinney, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram, Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Serving as a Gun Captain Boatswain's Mate Phinney showed much presence of mind in managing the gun, and gave much needed encouragement to the crew during the engagement which resulted in the capture of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War POOLE, WILLIAM B.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William B. Poole, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action and service as quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Stationed at the helm, Quartermaster Poole steered the ship during the engagement in a cool and most creditable manner and was highly commended by his divisional officer for his gallantry under fire. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Cape Elizabeth, MaineHome Town: Cape Elizabeth, Maine

PRANCE, GEORGECaptain of the Main Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Prance, Captain of the Main Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13 to 15 January 1865. Despite heavy return fire by the enemy and the explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle which killed eight men and wounded 12 more, Prance as Captain of a gun, performed his duties with skill and courage during the first two days of battle. As his ship again took position on the line on the 13th, he remained steadfast as the Ticonderoga maintained a well-placed fire upon the batteries on shore, and thereafter as she materially lessened the power of guns on the mound which had been turned upon our assaulting columns. During this action the flag was planted on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at FranceHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

PRESTON, JOHNLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OneidaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Preston, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Severely woun-ded, Preston remained at his gun throughout the engagement which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan, carrying on until obliged to go to the surgeon to whom he reported himself as "only slightly injured." He then assisted in taking care of the wounded below and wanted to be allowed to return to his battle station on deck. Upon close examination it was found that he was wounded quite severely in both eyes. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


PRICE, EDWARDCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Price, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. When the sponge broke, leaving the head in the gun, and completely disabling the weapon, Coxswain Price immediately cleared it by pouring powder into the vent and blowing the sponge head out, thereafter continuing to man the weapon until the close of the furious action which resulted in the capture of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the infliction of damage and destruction on Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


PROVINCE, GEORGEOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Santiago de CubaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Province, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As one of a boat crew detailed to one of the generals on shore, Ordinary Seaman Province bravely entered the fort in the assault and accompanied his party in carrying dispatches at the height of the battle. He was one of six men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Newport, Rhode IslandHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

PYNE, GEORGESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MagnoliaDate of Action: March 05 & 06, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Pyne, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia, St. Marks, Florida, 5 and 6 March 1865. Serving with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement, Seaman Pyne, although wounded, made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun, and his coolness and determination in courageously standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War READ, CHARLESOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MagnoliaDate of Action: March 05 & 06, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Read, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia, St. Marks, Florida, 5 and 6 March 1865. Serving with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement, Ordinary Seaman Read made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun, and his coolness and determination in courageously standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Cambridge, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

READ, CHARLES A.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles A. Read, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Coxswain on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as the first sponger of the pivot gun during this bitter engagement, Coxswain Read exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Sweden Home Town: Ohio

READ, GEORGE E.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George E. Read, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as the first loader of the No. 2 gun during this bitter engagement, Seaman Read exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Rhode Island Home Town: Riverside, Rhode Island

REGAN, JEREMIAHQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. GalenaDate of Action: May 15, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jeremiah Regan, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Captain of No. 2 gun on board the

U.S.S. Galena in the attack upon Drewry's Bluff, Virginia, 15 May 1862. With his ship severely damaged by the enemy's shellfire and several men killed and wounded, Quartermaster Regan continued to man his gun throughout the engagement despite the concentration of fire directed against men at their guns by enemy sharpshooters in rifle pits along the banks. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


RICE, CHARLESCoal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Rice, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day, fires were observed still burning at the fort. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at RussiaHome Town: Portland, Maine

RICHARDS, LOUISQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PensacolaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Louis Richards, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Pensacola in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, Louisiana, and at the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. Through all the din and roar of battle, Quartermaster Richards steered the ship through the narrow opening of the barricade, and his attention to orders contributed to the successful passage of the ship without once fouling the shore or the obstacles of the barricade. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


RINGOLD, EDWARDCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WabashDate of Action: October 22, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Ringold, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Coxswain on board the U.S.S. Wabash in

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War the engagement at Pocataligo, South Carolina, 22 October 1862. Soliciting permission to accompany the howitzer corps, and performing his duty with such gallantry and presence of mind as to attract the attention of all around him, Coxswain Ringold, knowing there was a scarcity of ammunition, went through the whole line of fire with his shirt slung over his shoulder filled with fixed ammunition which he had brought from two miles to the rear of the lines. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863


ROBERTS, JAMESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Roberts, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam, as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 23 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew again boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place and the following day fires were observed still burning at the fort. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 2/14/1837 at EnglandHome Town: Hartford, Connecticut

ROBINSON, ALEXANDERBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HowquahDate of Action: September 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Robinson, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Howquah on the occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner, Lynx, off Wilmington, North Carolina, 25 September 1864. Performing his duty faithfully under the most trying circumstances, Boatswain's Mate Robinson stood firmly at his post in the midst of a crossfire from the rebel shore batteries and our own vessels. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


ROBINSON, CHARLESBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Baron De KalbDate of Action: December 23 - 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Robinson, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Baron de Kalb,

Yazoo River Expedition, Mississippi, 23 to 27 December 1862. Proceeding under orders up the Yazoo River, the U.S.S. Baron de Kalb, with the object of capturing or destroying the enemy's transports, came upon the steamers John Walsh, R. J. Locklan, Golden Age, and the Scotland sunk on a bar where they were ordered fired. Continuing up the river, she was fired on by the enemy, but upon returning the fire, caused the rebels to retreat. Returning down the Yazoo, she destroyed and captured large quantities of enemy equipment and several prisoners. Serving bravely throughout this action, Charles Robinson, as Boatswain's Mate, distinguished himself in the various actions. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Dundee, ScotlandHome Town: New York, New York

ROUNTRY, JOHNFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MontaukDate of Action: September 21, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Rountry, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while serving as First Class Fireman on board the U.S.S. Montauk, 21 September 1864, at Port Royal, South Carolina. During the night of 21 September when fire was discovered in the magazine lightroom of that vessel, causing a panic and demoralizing the crew, Rountry, notwithstanding the cry of "fire in the magazine," forced his way with hose in hand, through the frightened crowd to the lightroom and put out the flames. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Massachusetts, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

RUSH, JOHNFirst Class Fireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: March 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Rush, First Class Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, Louisiana, 14 March 1863. Damaged by a 6-inch solid rifle shot which shattered the starboard safety-valve chamber and also damaged the port safety valve, the fireroom of the Richmond immediately became filled with steam to place it in an extremely critical condition. Acting courageously in this crisis, First Class Fireman Rush persisted in penetrating the steam-filled room in order to haul the hot fires of the furnaces, and continued this action until the gravity of the situation had been lessened. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: 2/21/1837 at Washington, D.C.Home Town: Washington, D.C.

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War SANDERSON, AARONLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WyandankDate of Action: March 17, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Aaron Sanderson, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Wyandank during a boat expedition up Mattox Creek, Virginia, 17 March 1865. Participating with a boat crew in the clearing of Mattox Creek, Landsman Anderson carried out his duties courageously in the face of a devastating fire which cut away half the oars, pierced the launch in many places and cut the barrel off a musket being fired at the enemy. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at North Carolina, North CarolinaHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

SAUNDERS, JAMESQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Saunders, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously throughout the bitter engagement, Quartermaster Saunders was prompt in reporting damages done to both ships, and it is testified to by Commodore Winslow that he is deserving of all commendation, both for gallantry and for encouragement of others in his division. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Massachusetts, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

SAVAGE, AUZELLAOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Santiago de CubaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Auzella Savage, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba in the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. When the landing party to which he was attached charged on the fort with a cheer, and the determination to plant the colors on the ramparts, Ordinary Seaman Savage remained steadfast when more than two-thirds of the marines and sailors fell back in panic during the fight. When enemy fire shot away the flagstaff above his hand, he bravely seized the remainder of the staff and brought his colors safely off. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Anson, MaineHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

SCHUTT, GEORGECoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Hendrick HudsonDate of Action: March 05 & 06, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Schutt, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Coxswain on board the U.S.S. Hendrick Hudson, St. Marks, Florida, 5 and 6 March 1865. Serving with the army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout the fierce engagement, Coxswain Schutt made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun, and his coolness and determination in courageously remaining by his gun while under the heavy fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


SEANOR, JAMESMaster At Arms, U.S. NavyU.S. Ironclad ChickasawDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Seanor, Master At Arms, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Master at Arms on board the U.S. Ironclad Chickasaw, Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Although his enlistment was up, Master at Arms Seanor volunteered for the battle of Mobile Bay, going on board the Chickasaw from the Vincennes where he carried out his duties gallantly throughout the engagement which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Boston, MassachusettsHome Town: New York, New York

SEWARD, RICHARD HENRYPaymaster's Steward, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CommodoreDate of Action: November 23, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Henry Seward, Paymaster's Steward, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Paymaster's Steward on board the U.S.S. Commodore, at Ship Island Sound, Louisiana, November 23, 1863. Carrying out his duties courageously, Paymaster's Steward Seward volunteered to go on the field amidst a heavy fire to recover the bodies of two soldiers which he brought off with the aid of others; a second instance of personal valor within a fortnight.' Promoted to acting master's mate. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 10/10/1840 at Kittery, MaineHome Town: Kittery, Maine

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War SHARP, HENDRICKSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hendrick Sharp, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Captain of a 100-pounder rifle gun on topgallant forecastle on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Seaman Sharp fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of the batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at SpainHome Town: New York, New York

SHEPARD, LOUIS CAPETOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WabashDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Louis Capet Shepard, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Wabash in the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Advancing gallantly through severe enemy fire while armed only with a revolver and cutlass which made it impossible to return the fire at that range, Ordinary Seaman Shepard succeeded in reaching the angle of the fort and in going on, to be one of the few who entered the fort. When the rest of the body of men to his rear were forced to retreat under a devastating fire, he was forced to withdraw through lack of support and to seek the shelter of one of the mounds near the stockade from which point he succeeded in regaining the safety of his ship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 9/2/1841 at Ashtabula, OhioHome Town: Ashtabula, Ohio

SHERIDAN, JAMESQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OneidaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Sheridan, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Acting as Captain of the after 11-inch gun, and wounded in several places, Quartermaster Sheridan remained at his gun until the firing had ceased and then took the place of the Signal Quartermaster who had been injured by a fall. Recommended for his gallantry and intelligence,

Quartermaster Sheridan served courageously throughout this battle which resulted in the capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Newark, New JerseyHome Town: New York, New York

SHIPMAN, WILLIAMCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Shipman, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga in the attack upon Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As Captain of No. 2 gun, stationed near the 100-pounder Parrott rifle when it burst into fragments, killing eight men and wounding 12 more, Coxswain Shipman promptly recognized the effect produced by the explosion and, despite the carnage surrounding them, and the enemy's fire, encouraged the men at their guns by exclaiming "Go ahead, boys! This is only the fortunes of war!" General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


SHUTES, HENRYCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WissahickonDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862 & February 27, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Shutes, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Captain of the Forecastle on board the U.S.S. Wissahickon during the battle of New Orleans, Louisiana, 24 and 25 April 1862; and in the engagement at Fort McAllister, Georgia, 27 February 1863. Going on board the U.S.S. Wissahickon from the U.S.S. Don where his Seamanlike qualities as Gunner's Mate were outstanding, Captain of the Forecastle Shutes performed his duties with skill and courage. Showing a presence of mind and prompt action when a shot from Fort McAllister penetrated the Wissahickon below the water line and entered the powder magazine, Captain of the Forecastle Shutes contributed materially to the preservation of the powder and safety of the ship. General Order No. 71, January 15, 1966


SIMKINS, LEBBEUSCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Lebbeus Simkins, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War raked her decks, Coxswain Simkins performed his duties with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Utica, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

SMITH, CHARLES H.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: December 30, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles H. Smith, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the U.S.S. Monitor near Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, 30 December 1862. Participating in the hazardous rescue of the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Smith, after rescuing several of the men, became separated in a heavy gale with other members of the cutter that had set out from the Rhode Island, and spent many hours in the small boat at the mercy of the weather and high seas until finally picked up by a schooner 50 miles east of Cape Hatteras. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Standish, MaineHome Town: Standish, Maine

SMITH, EDWINOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WhiteheadDate of Action: October 03, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edwin Smith, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Whitehead in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia 3 October 1862. When his ship became grounded in a narrow passage as she rounded a bend in the Blackwater River, Ordinary Seaman Smith, realizing the hazards of lowering a boat voluntarily swam to shore with a line under the enemy's heavy fire. His fearless action enabled his ship to maintain steady fire and keep the enemy in check during the battle.


SMITH, JAMESCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Smith, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S: Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks,

Captain of the Forecastle Smith fought his gun with skill and courage throughout the prolonged battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the successful attacks carried out on Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Belfast, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

SMITH, JOHNSecond Captain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Smith, Second Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of a gun on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Second Captain of the Top Smith fought his gun with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Albany, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

SMITH, JOHNCaptain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Smith, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during the successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Serving as a Gun Captain and finding he could not depress his gun when alongside the rebel ironclad Tennessee, Captain of the Forecastle Smith threw a hand holystone into one of the ports at a rebel using abusive language against the crew of the ship. He continued his daring action throughout the engagement which resulted in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


SMITH, OLOFFCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Oloff Smith, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864 Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire

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SMITH, THOMASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MagnoliaDate of Action: March 05 & 06, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Smith, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia, St. Marks, Florida, 5 and 6 March 1865. Serving with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement, Seaman Smith made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun, and his coolness and determination in courageously standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


SMITH, WALTER B.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Walter B. Smith, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Cool and courageous at his station throughout the prolonged action, Ordinary Seaman Smith rendered outstanding service at the 100-pounder rifle on the topgallant forecastle and while firing his musket into the gun ports of the rebel Tennessee. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


SMITH, WILLIAMQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Smith, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Second Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as Captain of the 11-inch pivot gun of the second division, Quartermaster Smith carried out his duties courageously and deserved special notice for the deliberate and cool manner in which he acted throughout the bitter engagement. It is stated by rebel

officers that this gun was more destructive and did more damage than any other gun of Kearsarge. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Concord, New Hampshire

SOMMERS (SUMMERS), ROBERTChief Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Sommers, Chief Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga in the attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 13 to 15 January 1865. The ship took position in the line of battle and maintained a well-directed fire upon the batteries to the left of the palisades during the initial phase of the engagement. Although several of the enemy's shots fell over and around the vessel, the Ticonderoga fought her guns gallantly throughout three consecutive days of battle until the flag was planted on one of the strongest fortifications possessed by the rebels. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 12/17/1837 at PrussiaHome Town: New York, New York

STANLEY, WILLIAM A.Shell Man, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William A. Stanley, Shell Man, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Shell Man on No. 8 on board the U.S.S. Hartford during successful actions against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Although severely wounded when his ship sustained numerous hits under the enemy's terrific shellfire, Shell Man Stanley continued to pass shell until forced by the loss of blood to go below. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


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STERLING, JAMES E.Coal Heaver, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James E. Sterling, Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. Although wounded when heavy enemy return fire raked the decks of his ship, Coal Heaver Sterling courageously remained at his post and continued passing shell until struck down a second time and completely disabled. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


STEVENS, DANIEL DICKERSONQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CanonicusDate of Action: January 13, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Dickerson Stevens, Quarter-master, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Canonicus during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 13 January 1865. As the Canonicus moved into position at 700 yards from shore, the enemy troops soon obtained her range and opened with heavy artillery fire, subjecting her to several hits and near misses until late in the afternoon when the heavier ships coming into line drove them into their bombproofs. Twice during the battle, in which his ship sustained 36 hits, the flag was shot away and gallantly replaced by Stevens.

Born: 12/19/1839 at La Grange, TennesseeHome Town: Danvers, Massachusetts

STODDARD, JAMESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarmoraDate of Action: March 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Stoddard, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action off Yazoo City, Mississippi, 5 March 1864. Embarking from the U.S.S. Marmora with a 12-pound howitzer mounted on a field carriage, Seaman Stoddard landed with the gun and crew in the midst of heated battle and, bravely standing by his gun despite enemy rifle fire which cut the gun carriage and rammer, contributed to the turning back of the enemy during the fierce engagement. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Port Robinson, CanadaHome Town: Detroit, Michigan

STOUT, RICHARD (POW)Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Isaac SmithDate of Action: January 30, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Stout, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Isaac Smith, Stono River, South Carolina, 30 January 1863. While reconnoitering on the Stono River on this date the U.S.S. Isaac Smith became trapped in a rebel ambush. Fired on from two sides, she fought her guns until disabled. Suffering heavy casualties and at the mercy of the enemy who was delivering a raking fire from every side, she struck her colors out of regard for the wounded aboard, and all aboard were taken prisoners. Carrying out his duties bravely through this action, Landsman Stout was severely wounded and lost his right arm while returning the rebel fire. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Owego, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

STRAHAN, ROBERTCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: June 19, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Strahan, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as Captain of the top on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as Captain of the No. 1 gun, Strahan carried out his duties in the face of heavy enemy fire and exhibited marked coolness and good conduct throughout the engagement. Strahan was highly recommended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievements. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at New Jersey Home Town: New Jersey

SULLIVAN, JAMESOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AgawamDate of Action: December 23, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Sullivan, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Agawam as one of a volunteer crew of a powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 2 December 1864. The powder boat, towed in by the Wilderness to prevent detection by the enemy, cast off and slowly steamed to within 300 yards of the beach. After fuses and fires had been lit and a second anchor with short scope let go to assure the boat's tailing inshore, the crew boarded the Wilderness and proceeded a distance of 12 miles from shore. Less than two hours later the explosion took place, and the following day fires were observed still burning at the forts.

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Born: at New York, New YorkHome Town: Danbury, Connecticut

SULLIVAN, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MonticelloDate of Action: June 23 - 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Sullivan, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Monticello during the reconnaissance of the harbor and water defenses of Wilmington, North Carolina 23 to 25 June 1864. Taking part in a reconnaissance of enemy defenses which covered a period of two days and nights, Seaman Sullivan courageously carried out his duties during this action, which resulted in the capture of a mail carrier and mail, the cutting of a telegraph wire, and the capture of a large group of prisoners. Although in immediate danger from the enemy at all times, Seaman Sullivan showed gallantry and coolness throughout this action which resulted in the gaining of much vital information of the rebel defenses. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


SULLIVAN, TIMOTHYCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LouisvilleDate of Action: 1863 - 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Timothy Sullivan, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Louisville during various actions of that vessel. During the engagements of the Louisville, Coxswain Sullivan served as first Captain of a 9-inch gun and throughout his period of service was especially commended for his attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


SWANSON, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Santiago de CubaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Swanson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As one of a boat crew detailed to one of the generals on shore, Seaman Swanson bravely entered the fort in the assault and accompanied his party in carrying dispatches at the height of the battle. He was one of six men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Gothenburg, SwedenHome Town: Massachusetts

SWATTON, EDWARDSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Santiago de CubaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Swatton, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As one of a boat crew detailed to one of the generals on shore, Seaman Swatton bravely entered the fort in the assault and accompanied his party in carrying dispatches at the height of the battle. He was one of six men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at New York, New YorkHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

SWEARER, BENJAMINSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PawneeDate of Action: August 29, 1861Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Benjamin Swearer, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while embarked in a surfboat from the U.S.S. Pawnee during action against Fort Clark, off Baltimore Inlet, Maryland, 29 August 1861. Taking part in a mission to land troops and to remain inshore and provide protection, Seaman Swearer rendered gallant service throughout the action and had the honor of being the first man to raise the flag on the captured fort. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


TALBOTT, WILLIAM B.Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LouisvilleDate of Action: January 10 - 11, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William B. Talbott, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Captain of the Forecastle on board the U.S.S. Louisville at the capture of the Arkansas Post at Fort Hindman, Arkansas, 10 and 11 January 1863. Carrying out his duties as Captain of a 9-inch gun, Captain of the Forecastle Talbott was conspicuous for ability and bravery throughout this engagement with the enemy. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1865

Born: at EnglandHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War *TALLENTINE, JAMESQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TaconyDate of Action: October 31, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Tallentine, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quarter Gunner on board the U.S.S. Tacony during the taking of Plymouth, North Carolina, 31 October 1864. Carrying out his duties faithfully during the capture of Plymouth, Quarter Gunner Tallentine distinguished himself by a display of coolness when he participated in landing and spiking a 9-inch gun while under devastating fire from enemy musketry. Quarter Gunner Tallentine later gave his life while courageously engaged in storming Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at EnglandHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

TAYLOR, GEORGEArmorer, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Taylor, Armorer, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, on 5 August 1864. When an enemy shell exploded in the shellroom, Armorer Taylor, although wounded, went into the room and, with his hand, extinguished the fire from the explosion. He then carried out his duties during the remainder of the prolonged action which resulted in the capture of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 11/15/1830 at Watertown, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

TAYLOR, THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MetacometDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Taylor, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Metacomet during the action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the rebel ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Coxswain Taylor encouraged the men of the forward pivot gun when the officer in command displayed cowardice, doing honor to the occasion. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Bangor, MaineHome Town: Bangor, Maine

TAYLOR, WILLIAM G.Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William G. Taylor, Captain of the Forecastle, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ticonderoga during attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864. As Captain of a gun, Captain of the Forecastle Taylor performed his duties with coolness and skill as his ship took position in the line of battle and delivered its fire on the batteries on shore. Despite the depressing effect caused when an explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott rifle killed eight men and wounded 12 more, and the enemy's heavy return fire, he calmly remained at his station during the two days' operations. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865


THIELBERG, HENRYSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Mount WashingtonDate of Action: April 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Thielberg, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving temporarily on board the U.S.S. Mount Washington during the Nansemond River (Virginia) action, 14 April 1863. After assisting in hauling up and raising the flagstaff, Seaman Thielberg volunteered to go up on the pilothouse and observe the movements of the enemy and although three shells struck within a few inches of his head, remained at his post until ordered to descend. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at GermanyHome Town: Dudley, Massachusetts

THOMPSON, WILLIAMSignal Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MohicanDate of Action: November 07, 1861Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Thompson, Signal Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism during action of the main squadron of ships against heavily defended Forts Beauregard and Walker on Hilton Head, South Carolina, 7 November 1861. Serving as Signal Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Mohican, William Thompson steadfastly steered the ship with a steady and bold heart under the batteries; was wounded by a piece of shell but remained at his station until he fell from loss of blood. Legs since amputated. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at Cape May County, New JerseyHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War TODD, SAMUELQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BrooklynDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel Todd, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while stationed at the conn on board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite severe damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks from stem to stern, Quartermaster Todd performed his duties with outstanding skill and courage throughout the furious battle which resulted in the surrender of the prize rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


TRIPP, OTHNIELChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SenecaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Othniel Tripp, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Seneca in the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Despite severe enemy fire which halted an attempt by his assaulting party to enter the stockade, Chief Boatswain's Mate Tripp boldly charged through the gap in the stockade although the center of the line, being totally unprotected, fell back along the open beach and left too few in the ranks to attempt an offensive operation. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Maine Home Town: Maine

TRUETT, ALEXANDER H.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander H. Truett, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship and the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Coxswain Truett performed his duties with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


VANTINE, JOSEPH E.First Class Fireman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: March 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph E. Vantine, First Class Fireman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond in the attack on Port Hudson, Louisiana, 14 March 1863. Damaged by a 6-inch solid rifle shot which shattered the starboard safety-valve chamber and also damaged the port safety valve, the fireroom of the Richmond immediately filled with steam to place it in an extremely critical condition. Acting courageously in this crisis, First Class Fireman Vantine persisted in penetrating the steam-filled room in order to haul the hot fires of the furnaces and continued this action until the gravity of the situation had been lessened. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863


VERNEY, JAMES W.Chief Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PontoosucDate of Action: December 24, 1864 to February 22, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James W. Verney, Chief Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Chief Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Forts Fisher and Wilmington, North Carolina, 24 December 1864 to 22 February 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully throughout this period, Chief Quartermaster Verney was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under fire of the enemy throughout these various actions. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 1/17/1834 at Bath, MaineHome Town: Portland, Maine

WAGG, MAURICECoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: December 30, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Maurice Wagg, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island, which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the U.S.S. Monitor off Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, 30 December 1862. Participating in the hazardous task of rescuing the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Coxswain Wagg distinguished himself by meritorious conduct during this operation. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 7/23/1840 at London, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War WARD, JAMESQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Ward, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as gunner on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Although wounded and ordered below, Quarter Gunner Ward refused to go, but rendered aid at one of the guns when the crew was disabled. He subsequently remained in the chains, heaving the lead, until nearly caught in the collision with the ram Tennessee. He continued to serve bravely throughout the action which resulted in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


WARREN, DAVIDCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MonticelloDate of Action: June 23 - 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David Warren, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Coxswain on board the U.S.S. Monticello during the reconnaissance of the harbor and water defenses of Wilmington, North Carolina, 23 to 25 June 1864. Taking part in a reconnaissance of enemy defenses which lasted two days and nights, Coxswain Warren courageously carried out his duties during this action which resulted in the capture of a mail carrier and mail, the cutting of a telegraph wire, and the capture of a large group of prisoners. Although in immediate danger from the enemy, Warren showed gallantry and coolness throughout this action which resulted in the gaining of much vital information of the rebel defenses. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


WEBSTER, HENRY S.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SusquehannaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry S. Webster, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Susquehanna during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. When enemy fire halted the attempt by his landing party to enter the fort and more than two-thirds of the men fell back along the open beach, Landsman Webster voluntarily remained with one of his wounded officers, under fire, until aid could be obtained to bring him to the rear. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 1/7/1845 at Stockholm, New YorkHome Town: Brooklyn, New York

WEEKS, CHARLES H.Captain of the Foretop, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MontaukDate of Action: September 21, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles H. Weeks, Captain of the Foretop, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Captain of the Foretop on board the U.S.S. Montauk, 21 September 1864, near Port Royal, South Carolina. During the night of 21 September, when fire was discovered in the magazine lightroom of that vessel, causing a panic and demoralizing the crew, Captain of the Foretop Weeks, notwithstanding the cry of "fire in the magazine," displayed great presence of mind and rendered valuable service in extinguishing the flames which were imperiling the ship and the men on board. General Order No. 84, October 3, 1867

Born: at New Jersey Home Town: New Jersey

WELLS, WILLIAMQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Wells, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Landsman and lookout on board the U.S.S. Richmond during action against rebel forts and gunboats and with the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Despite damage to his ship the loss of several men on board as enemy fire raked her decks, Quartermaster Wells performed his duties with skill and courage throughout a furious two-hour battle which resulted in the surrender of the rebel ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of batteries at Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

WHITE, JOSEPHCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph White, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13,14, and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close inshore and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well-directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night despite severe weather

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War conditions. When the enemy came out of his bombproofs to defend the fort against the storming party, the ships battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the ceasefire order was given by the flagship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Washington, D.C.Home Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

WHITFIELD, DANIELQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Whitfield, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the rebel ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Acting as Captain of a gun, Quartermaster Whitfield coolly stood by his gun, holding on to the lock string and waited alongside the rebel ram Tennessee until able to fire the shot that entered her port. Quartermaster Whitfield courageously carried out his duties during the prolonged action which resulted in the capture of the prize ram Tennessee and in the damaging and destruction of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at Newark, New JerseyHome Town: Newark, New Jersey

WILCOX, FRANKLIN L.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MinnesotaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Franklin L. Wilcox, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Minnesota in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from his ship, Ordinary Seaman Wilcox advanced to the top of the sand hill and partly through the breach in the palisades despite enemy fire which killed and wounded many officers and men. When more than two-thirds of the men became seized with panic and retreated on the run, he remained with the party until dark when it came safely away, bringing its wounded, its arms and its colors. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 11/1/1830 at Paris, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

WILKES, HENRY (POW)Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S. Picket Boat #1Date of Action: October 27, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Wilkes, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board U.S. Picket Boat No.1 in action, 27 October 1864, against the Confederate Ram, Albemarle, which had resisted repeated attacks by our steamers and had kept a large force of vessels employed in watching her. The picket boat, equipped with a spar torpedo, succeeded in passing the enemy pickets within 20 yards without being discovered and them made for the Albemarle under a full head of steam. Immediately taken under fire by the ram, the small boat plunged on, jumped the log boom which encircled the target and exploded its torpedo under the port bow of the ram. The picket boat was destroyed by enemy fire and almost the entire crew taken prisoner or lost. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


WILKES, PERRYPilot, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SignalDate of Action: May 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Perry Wilkes, Pilot, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Pilot on board the U.S.S. Signal, Red River, 5 May 1864. Proceeding up the Red River, the U.S.S. Signal engaged a large force of enemy field batteries and sharpshooters, returning their fire until the ship was totally disabled, at which time the white flag was ordered raised. Acting as Pilot throughout the battle, Perry Wilkes stood by his wheel until it was disabled in his hands by a bursting enemy shell. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: 6/6/1830 at Indiana, IndianaHome Town: Jeffersonville, Indiana

WILLIAMS, ANTHONYSailmaker's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PontoosucDate of Action: December 24, 1864 to February 22, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Anthony Williams, Sailmaker's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Sailmaker's Mate on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Forts Fisher and Wilmington, North Carolina, 24 December 1864 to 22 February 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully throughout this period, Sailmaker's Mare Williams was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these various actions. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Plymouth, MassachusettsHome Town: Portsmouth, Maine

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War WILLIAMS, AUGUSTUSSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Santiago de CubaDate of Action: January 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Augustus Williams, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault by the fleet on Fort Fisher, North Carolina on 15 January 1865. When the landing party to which he was attached charged on the fort with a cheer, and with determination to plant their colors on the ramparts, Seaman Williams remained steadfast when they reached the foot of the fort and more than two-thirds of the marines and sailors fell back in panic. Taking cover when the enemy concentrated his fire on the remainder of the group, he alone remained with his executive officer, subsequently withdrawing from the field after darkness. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Kristiansand, NorwayHome Town: Massachusetts

WILLIAMS, JOHNBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MohicanDate of Action: November 07, 1861Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Williams, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of an 11-inch gun aboard the U.S.S. Mohican during action of the main squadron of ships against the heavily defended Forts Beauregard and Walker on Hilton Head, South Carolina, and against ships of the Confederate Fleet, 7 November 1861. Cool and courageous at his battle station, Boatswain's Mate Williams maintained steady fire against the enemy while under the fort batteries during a four-hour engagement which resulted in silencing the batteries of the forts and in the rout of the rebel steamers. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at Elizabethtown, New JerseyHome Town: New York, New York

WILLIAMS, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Commodore PerryDate of Action: October 03, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Williams, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Virginia, 3 October 1862. With enemy fire raking the deck of his ship and blockades thwarting her progress, Seaman Williams remained at his post and performed his duties with skill and courage as the Commodore Perry fought a gallant battle to silence many rebel batteries as she steamed down the Blackwater River. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Blair County, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Blair County, Pennsylvania

WILLIAMS, JOHNCaptain of the Maintop, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PawneeDate of Action: June 26, 1861Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Williams, Captain of the Maintop, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action, serving as Captain of the Maintop of the U.S.S. Pawnee in the attack upon Mathias Point, Virginia, 26 June 1861. Captain of the Maintop Williams told his men, while lying off in the boat, that every man must die on his thwart sooner than leave a man behind. Although wounded by a musket ball in the thigh he retained charge of his boat; and when the staff was shot away, held the stump in his hand, with the flag, until alongside the Freeborn. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at New Orleans, LouisianaHome Town: New Orleans, Louisiana

WILLIAMS, PETERSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Ironclad St MonitorDate of Action: March 09, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Peter Williams, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Ironclad Steamer Monitor, Hampton Roads, Virginia, 9 March 1862. During the engagement between the U.S.S. Monitor and the C.S.S. Merrimack, Seaman Williams gallantly served throughout the engagement as Quartermaster, piloting the Monitor throughout the battle in which the Merrimack, after being damaged, retired from the scene of the battle. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863

Born: at Norway Home Town: Pennsylvania

WILLIAMS, ROBERTSignal Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BentonDate of Action: December 27, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Williams, Signal Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Benton during the Yazoo River (Mississippi) Expedition, 23 to 27 December 1862. Taking part in the hour-and-a-half engagement with the enemy at Drumgould's Bluff, 27 December, Signal Quartermaster Williams served courageously throughout that battle against hostile forces in which the enemy had the dead range of the vessel and were punishing her with heavy fire and, for various other action in which he took part during the Yazoo River Expedition. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War WILLIAMS, WILLIAMLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LehighDate of Action: November 16, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Williams, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task of freeing the Lehigh, which had been grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie. After several previous attempts had been made, Landsman Williams succeeded in passing in a small boat from the Lehigh to the Nahant with a line bent on a hawser. This courageous action while under severe enemy fire enabled the Lehigh to be freed from her helpless position. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: at Ireland Home Town: Pennsylvania

WILLIS, RICHARDCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New IronsidesDate of Action: December 24 - 25, 1864 & January 13 - 15, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Willis, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. New Ironsides during action in several attacks on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, 24 and 25 December 1864; and 13, 14 and 15 January 1865. The ship steamed in and took the lead in the ironclad division close inshore and immediately opened its starboard battery in a barrage of well-directed fire to cause several fires and explosions and dismount several guns during the first two days of fighting. Taken under fire as she steamed into position on 13 January, the New Ironsides fought all day and took on ammunition at night, despite severe weather conditions. When the enemy troops came out of their bombproofs to defend the fort against the storming party, the ship's battery disabled nearly every gun on the fort facing the shore before the ceasefire order was given by the flagship. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at EnglandHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

WOOD, ROBERT B.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Mount WashingtonDate of Action: April 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert B. Wood, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the U.S.S. Minnesota and temporarily serving on the U.S.S. Mount Washington, during action against the enemy in the Nansemond River, Virginia, 14 April 1863. When the U.S.S. Mount Washington drifted against the bank and all men were driven from the decks by escaping steam following several successive hits which

struck her boilers and stopped her engines, Coxswain Wood boarded the stricken vessel and, despite a strike on the head by a spent ball, continued at his gun for six hours as fierce artillery and musketry continued to rake her decks. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at New Garden, OhioHome Town: New Garden, Ohio

WOODS, SAMUELSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Mount WashingtonDate of Action: April 14, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel Woods, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Captain of the gun, serving temporarily on board the U.S.S. Mount Washington, during the Nansemond River (Virginia) action, 14 April 1863. When one of his comrades was struck by a bullet and knocked overboard, Seaman Woods fearlessly jumped into the water and swam after him. Before he reached him, the man sank beneath the surface and Woods promptly swam back to the vessel, went to his gun, and fought it to the close of the action. At the close of the battle, he tirelessly cared for the wounded. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863

Born: at San Francisco, CaliforniaHome Town: San Francisco, California

WOON, JOHNBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PittsburghDate of Action: April 29, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Woon, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Pittsburgh, Mississippi River, 29 April 1863. Engaging the enemy batteries at Grand Gulf, the U.S.S. Pittsburgh, although severely damaged and suffering many personnel casualties, continued to fire her batteries until ordered to withdraw. Taking part in a similar action after nightfall, the U.S.S. Pittsburgh received further damage, but receiving no personnel causalities in the latter action. Boatswain's Mate Woon showed courage and devotion to duty throughout these bitter engagements. General Order No. 17, July 10, 1863


WORAM, CHARLES B.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OneidaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles B. Woram, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Acting as an aid to the executive officer, Seaman Woram carried orders intelligently and correctly, distinguishing himself by his cool courage throughout the battle which resulted in the

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U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Civil War capture of the rebel ram Tennessee and the damaging of Fort Morgan. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864


WRIGHT, EDWARDQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CayugaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Wright, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Cayuga during the capture of Forts St. Philip and Jackson, Louisiana, and the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. As his ship led the advance column toward the barrier and both forts opened fire simultaneously, striking the vessel from stem to stern Quartermaster Wright conscientiously performed his duties throughout the action in which attempts by three rebel steamers to butt and board were repelled, and the ships driven off or forced to surrender. Eleven gunboats were successfully engaged and the enemy garrisons captured during this battle in which the Cayuga sustained 46 hits. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


WRIGHT, WILLIAMYeoman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MonticelloDate of Action: June 23 - 25, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Wright, Yeoman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Yeoman on board the U.S.S. Monticello during the reconnaissance of the harbor and water defenses of Wilmington, North Carolina, 23 to 25 June 1864. Taking part in a reconnaissance of enemy defenses which covered a period of two days and nights, Yeoman Wright courageously carried out his cutting of a telegraph wire and the capture of a large group of prisoners. Although in immediate danger from the enemy at all times, Wright showed gallantry and coolness throughout this action which resulted in the gaining of much vital information of the rebel defenses. General Order No. 45, December 31, 1864

Born: at London, EnglandHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

YOUNG, EDWARD B.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. GalenaDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward B. Young, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Galena during the attack on enemy forts at Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. Securely lashed to the side of the Oneida which had suffered the loss of her steering apparatus and an explosion of her

boiler from enemy fire, the Galena aided the stricken vessel past the enemy forts to safety. Despite heavy damage to his ship from raking enemy fire, Coxswain Young performed his duties with skill and courage throughout the action. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: at Bergen, New JerseyHome Town: Bergen, New Jersey

YOUNG, HORATIO NELSONSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LehighDate of Action: November 16, 1863Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Horatio Nelson Young, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, South Carolina, 16 November 1863, during the hazardous task of freeing the Lehigh, which had grounded, and was under heavy enemy fire from Fort Moultrie. After several previous attempts had been made, Seaman Young succeeded in passing in a small boat from the Lehigh to the Nahant with a line bent on a hawser. This courageous action while under severe enemy fire enabled the Lehigh to be freed from her helpless position. General Order No. 32, April 16, 1864

Born: 7/19/1845 at Calais, MaineHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

YOUNG, WILLIAMBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CayugaDate of Action: April 24 - 25, 1862Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Young, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Cayuga during the capture of Forts St. Philip and Jackson, Louisiana, and the taking of New Orleans, 24 and 25 April 1862. As his ship led the advance column toward the barrier and both forts opened fire simultaneously, striking the vessel from stem to stern, Boatswain's Mate Young calmly manned a Parrot gun throughout the action in which attempts by three rebel steamers to butt and board were thwarted and the ships driven off or captured, 11 gunboats were successfully engaged and garrisons forced to surrender. During the battle, the Cayuga sustained 46 hits. General Order No. 11, April 03, 1863


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Civilian Pilots Awarded the Medal of Honor while in service to the U.S. Navy in the Civil War

FERRELL, JOHN H.U.S. CivilianPilot (Attached to the U.S. Navy), U.S. Monitor NeoshoDate of Action: December 06, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John H. Ferrell, Civilian Pilot, U.S. Civilian, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S. Monitor Neosho during the engagement with enemy batteries at Bells Mills, Cumberland River, near Nashville, Tennessee, 6 December 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously during the engagement, Civilian Pilot John Ferrell gallantly left the pilothouse after the flag and signal staffs of that vessel had been shot away and, taking the flag which was drooping over the wheelhouse, make it fast to the stump of the highest mast remaining although the ship was still under a heavy fire from the enemy. General Order No. 59, June 22, 1865

Born: 4/15/1829 at Bedford County, TennesseeHome Town: Bedford County, Illinois

FREEMAN, MARTINU.S. CivilianPilot (Attached to the U.S. Navy), U.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: August 05, 1864Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Martin Freeman, Civilian Pilot, U.S. Civilian, for extraordinary heroism in action as Pilot of the flagship, U.S.S. Hartford, during action against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee, in Mobile Bay, Alabama, 5 August 1864. With his ship under terrific enemy shellfire, Civilian Pilot Martin Freeman calmly remained at his station in the maintop and skillfully piloted the ships into the bay. He rendered gallant service throughout the prolonged battle in which the rebel gunboats were captured or driven off, the prize ram Tennessee forced to surrender, and the fort successfully attacked. General Order No. 45, August 5, 1864

Born: 5/18/1814 at GermanyHome Town: Ship's Island, Mississippi

Interim (1865 - 1871)BATES, RICHARDSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WinnoskiDate of Action: May 10, 1866Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Bates, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for heroic conduct in rescuing from drowning James Rose and John Russell, seamen of the U.S.S. Winooski, off Eastport, Maine, 10 May 1866. General Order No. 77, August 1, 1866

Born: at Wales Home Town: New York, New York

BROWN, JOHNCaptain of the Afterguard, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WinnoskiDate of Action: May 10, 1866Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Brown, Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. Navy, for heroic conduct with two comrades, in rescuing from drowning James Rose and John Russell, seamen, of the U.S.S. Winooski, off Eastport, Maine, 10 May 1866. General Order No. 77, August 1, 1866

Born: at DenmarkHome Town: Maryland

BURKE, THOMASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WinnoskiDate of Action: May 10, 1866Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Burke, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for heroic conduct, with two comrades, in rescuing from drowning James Rose and John Russell, seamen, of the U.S.S. Winooski, off Eastport, Maine, 10 May 1866. General Order No. 77, August 1, 1866


CAREY, JAMESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HuronDate of Action: No Date of Action on RecordCitation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Carey, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for heroic conduct as Seaman on board the U.S.S. Huron, saving three shipmates from drowning.


COOPER, JOHN(Second Award)Quartermaster, U.S. NavyStaff of Acting Rear Admiral Thatcher,Date of Action: April 26, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Cooper, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for gallant conduct and distinguished service while serving as Quartermaster on Acting Rear Admiral Thatcher's staff, during the terrific fire at Mobile, Alabama, on 26 April 1865. At the risk of being blown to pieces by exploding shells, Quartermaster Cooper advanced through the burning locality, rescued a wounded man from certain death, and bore him on his back to a place of safety. General Order No. 62, June 29, 1865


Other Award: 1st Medal of Honor (Civil War)This was the second act of heroism to earn John Cooper

the Medal of Honor, making him one of 19 double recipients. His first award was earned for combat valor during the 1864 naval battle at Mobile May, Alabama.

DUMOULIN, FRANKApprentice, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SabineDate of Action: September 05, 1867Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank DuMoulin, Apprentice, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct on the 5th of September 1867. Apprentice Du Moulin jumped overboard and saved from drowning Apprentice D'Orsay, who had fallen from the mizzen topmast rigging of the U.S.S. Sabine, in New London Harbor, Connecticut, and was rendered helpless by striking the mizzen rigging and boat davit in the fall. General Order No. 84, October 3, 1867


HALFORD, WILLIAMCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SaginawDate of Action: October 01, 1870Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Halford, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in line of his profession as Coxswain serving on the U.S.S. Saginaw. Coxswain Halford was sole survivor of the boat's crew sent to the Sandwich Islands for assistance after the wreck of the Saginaw, 1 October 1870. Promoted to Acting Gunner. General Order No. 169, February 8, 1872

Born: 8/18/1841 at Gloucester, EnglandHome Town: San Francisco, California

MULLEN, PATRICK(Second Award)Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. DonDate of Action: June 29, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Mullen, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving as Boatswain's Mate on board the U.S.S. Don, 1 May 1865, off the coast of Virginia. Engaged in picking up the crew of picket launch No. 6, which had swamped, Boatswain's Mate Mullen, seeing an officer who was at that time no longer able to keep up and was below the surface of the water, jumped overboard and brought the officer to the boat, thereby rescuing him from drowning, which brave action entitled him to wear a bar on the medal he had already received at Mattox Creek, 17 March 1865. General Order No. 62, June 29, 1865

Born: 5/6/1844 at IrelandHome Town: Baltimore, Maryland

Other Award: 1st Medal of Honor (Civil War)This was Patrick Mullen's SECOND award of the Medal of

Honor, making him one of 19 double recipients. His first Medal of Honor action occurred just 6 weeks earlier aboard the USS Wyandank during the closing days of the Civil War.

ROBINSON, JOHNCaptain of the Hold, U.S. NavyU.S.S. YuccaDate of Action: January 19, 1867Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Robinson, Captain of the Hold, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on the U.S.S. Yucca, together with Acting Ensign James H. Bunting, during the heavy gale which occurred in Pensacola Bay, Florida, on the night of 19 January 1867. Captain of the Hold Robinson swam ashore with a line for the purpose of sending off a blowcock, which would facilitate getting up steam and prevent the vessel from stranding, thus voluntarily periling his life to save the vessel and the lives of others. General Order No. 82, February 23, 1867

Born: at Cuba Home Town: Maine

ROBINSON, THOMASCaptain of the Afterguard, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TallapoosaDate of Action: July 15, 1866Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Robinson, Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. Navy, for heroic efforts to save from drowning Wellington Brocar, Landsman, of the U.S.S. Tallapoosa, off New Orleans, 15 July 1866. General Order No. 77, August 1, 1866

Born: 5/17/1837 at NorwayHome Town: New York, New York

STACY, WILLIAM BRADFORDSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Rhode IslandDate of Action: No Date of Action on RecordCitation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Bradford Stacy, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while coaling ship in the harbor of Cape Haiten, Haiti. One of the crew of the U.S.S. Rhode Island fell overboard, and, after catching a rope, had been forced by exhaustion, to relinquish his hold. Although the sea was running high at the time, Seaman Stacy, at the peril of his life, jumped overboard, secured the rope around his shipmate, and thus saved him from drowning. General Order No. 71, January 15, 1866

Born: 3/4/1838 at Fall River, MassachusettsHome Town: New Bedford, Massachusetts

TAYLOR, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyPicket Boat,Date of Action: September 09, 1865Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Taylor, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving as Seaman in charge of the picket boat attached to the Navy Yard, New York, 9 September 1865. Acting with promptness, coolness and good judgment, Seaman Taylor rescued from drowning Commander S. D. Trenchard, of the U.S. Navy, who fell overboard in attempting to get on a ferryboat, which had collided with an English steamer, and needed immediate assistance. General Order No. 71, January 15, 1866

Korea (1871)ANDREWS, JOHNOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BeneciaDate of Action: June 09 & 10, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Andrews, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Benicia in action against Korean forts on 9 and 10 June 1871. Stationed at the lead in passing the forts, Ordinary Seaman Andrews stood on the gunwale on the Benicia's launch, lashed to the ridgerope. He remained unflinchingly in this dangerous position and gave his soundings with coolness and accuracy under a heavy fire. General Order No. 176, July 9, 1872

Born: at York County, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Maryland

FRANKLIN, FREDERICK H.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ColoradoDate of Action: June 11, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frederick H. Franklin, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Colorado during the attack and capture of the Korean forts on 11 June 1871. Assuming command of Company D, after Lieutenant McKee was wounded, Quartermaster Franklin handled the company with great credit until relieved. General Order No. 169, February 08, 1872


GRACE, PATRICK HENRYChief Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BeneciaDate of Action: June 10 & 11, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Henry Grace, Chief Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Benicia during the attack on the Korean forts, 10 and 11 June 1871. Carrying out his duties with coolness, Chief Quartermaster Grace set forth gallant and meritorious conduct throughout this action. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915


HAYDEN, CYRUSCarpenter, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ColoradoDate of Action: June 11, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Cyrus Hayden, Carpenter, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Colorado during the attack and capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 1871. Serving as Color Bearer of the battalion, Carpenter Cyrus Hayden planted his flag on the ramparts of the citadel and protected it under a heavy fire from the enemy. General Order No. 169, February 08, 1872

Born: at York, MaineHome Town: York, Maine

LUKES, WILLIAM F.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ColoradoDate of Action: June 09 & 10, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William F. Lukes, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with Company D, embarked from the U.S.S. Colorado, during the capture of the Korean forts, 9 and 10 June 1871. Fighting the enemy inside the fort, Landsman Lukes received a severe cut over the head. General Order No. 180, October 10, 1872

Born: 2/19/1847 at Niderbergdorf, BohemiaHome Town: Tientsin, China

William Lukes and James Merton (a fellow MOH recipient from this action) spent months recovering from their wounds, hence their awards were presented 6 months after the rest of the heroes of that action. Lukes himself spent 39 days, unconscious in the sick bay of the USS Colorado, before recovering. His wounds made him an invalid for life.

MCKENZIE, ALEXANDERBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ColoradoDate of Action: June 11, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander McKenzie, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Colorado during the capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 1871. Fighting at the side of Lieutenant McKee during this action, Boatswain's Mate McKenzie was struck by a sword and received a severe cut in the head from the blow. General Order No. 169, February 08, 1872


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Korea (1871) MERTON, JAMES F.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ColoradoDate of Action: June 09 & 10, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James F. Merton, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Landsman and member of Company D, embarked from the U.S.S. Colorado, during the capture of the Korean forts, 9 and 10 June 1871. Landsman Merton was severely wounded in the arm while trying to force his way into the fort. General Order No. 180, October 10, 1872

Born: at Cheshire, EnglandHome Town: Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Twelve of the 15 Medals for this action were presented on February 18, 1872. Merton and Landsman William Lukes were both wounded so severely they spend months in recuperation. Both men received their Medals on October 10, 1872.

ROGERS, SAMUEL F.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ColoradoDate of Action: June 11, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel F. Rogers, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Colorado during the attack and capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 1871. Fighting courageously at the side of Lieutenant McKee during this action, Quartermaster Rogers was wounded by the enemy. General Order No. 169, February 08, 1872

Born: at Buffalo, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

TROY, WILLIAMOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ColoradoDate of Action: June 11, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Troy, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Colorado during the capture of the Korean forts, 11 June 1871. Fighting at the side of Lieutenant McKee, by whom he was especially commended, Ordinary Seaman Troy was badly wounded by the enemy. General Order No. 169, February 08, 1872


Interim (1871 - 1898)AHERN, WILLIAMWatertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PuritanDate of Action: July 01, 1897Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Ahern, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Puritan at the time of the collapse of one of the crown sheets of Boiler E of that vessel, 1 July 1897. Wrapped in wet cloths to protect his face and arms, Watertender Ahern entered the fireroom, crawled over the tops of the boilers and closed the auxiliary stop valve, disconnecting Boiler E and removing the danger of disabling the other boilers. General Order No. 482, November 1, 1897


ANDERSON, WILLIAMCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PowhatanDate of Action: June 28, 1878Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Anderson, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Powhatan, 28 June 1878. Acting courageously, Coxswain Anderson rescued from drowning W. H. Moffatt, first class boy.


ATKINS, DANIELShip's Cook First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CushingDate of Action: February 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Atkins, Ship's Cook First Class, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Cushing, 11 February 1898. Showing gallant conduct, Ship's Cook First Class Atkins attempted to save the life of the late Ensign Joseph C. Breckenridge, U.S. Navy, who fell overboard at sea from that vessel on this date. General Order No. 489, May 20, 1898

Born: 11/18/1866 at Brunswick, VirginiaHome Town: Brunswick, Virginia

AUER, JOHN F.Ordinary Seaman Apprentice, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LancasterDate of Action: November 20, 1883Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John F. Auer, Ordinary Seaman Apprentice, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic

conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Lancaster, Marseille, France, 20 November 1883. Jumping overboard, Ordinary Seaman Apprentice Auer rescued from drowning a French lad who had fallen into the sea from a stone pier astern of the ship.


BARRETT, EDWARDFireman Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AlaskaDate of Action: September 14, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Barrett, Fireman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Alaska at Callao Bay, Peru, 14 September 1881. Following the rupture of the stop-valve chamber, Fireman Second Class Barrett courageously hauled the fires from under the boiler of that vessel. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


BELPITT, WILLIAM HENRYCaptain of the Afterguard, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MonocacyDate of Action: October 07, 1884Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Henry Belpitt, Captain of the Afterguard, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Monocacy, Foochow, China, 7 October 1884. Jumping overboard from that vessel on the morning of this date, Captain of the Afterguard Belpitt sustained, until picked up, a Chinaman who had been thrown into the water by the capsizing of a canoe. Letter No 126 LCDR Iverson,

Born: 5/3/1860 at Ryde, Australia

BENSON, JAMESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. OssipeeDate of Action: June 20, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Benson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Ossipee, 20 June 1872. Risking his life, Seaman Benson leaped into the sea while the ship was going at a speed of four knots and endeavored to save John K. Smith, Landsman, of the same vessel, from drowning. General Order No. 180, October 10, 1872

Born: at DenmarkHome Town: Yokohama, Japan

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) BRADLEY, ALEXANDERLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WachusettDate of Action: August 07, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Bradley, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Wachusett off Cowes, 7 August 1872. Jumping overboard into a strong tideway, Landsman Bradley attempted to save Philip Cassidy, Landsman, of the U.S.S. Wabash, from drowning. General Order No. 180, October 10, 1872

Born: 9/19/1851 at Boston, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

BUCHANAN, DAVID M.Apprentice, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SaratogaDate of Action: July 15, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David M. Buchanan, Apprentice, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Saratoga off Battery, New York Harbor, New York, 15 July 1879. On the morning of this date, Robert Lee Robey, Apprentice, fell overboard from the after part of the ship into the tide which was running strong ebb at the time and, not being an expert swimmer, was in danger of drowning. Instantly springing over the rail after him, Apprentice Buchanan never hesitated for an instant to remove even a portion of his clothing. Both men were picked up by the ship's boat following this act of heroism. General Order No. 246, July 22, 1879


CAVANAUGH, THOMASFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PotomacDate of Action: November 14, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Cavanaugh, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Potomac during the passage of that vessel from Cat Island to Nassau, 14 November 1898. Volunteering to enter the fireroom which was filled with steam, Fireman First Class Cavanaugh, after repeated attempts, succeeded in reaching the auxiliary valve and opening it, thereby relieving the vessel from further danger. General Order No. 503, December 13, 1898


CHANDRON, AUGUSTSeaman Apprentice Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. QuinnebaugDate of Action: November 21, 1885Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to August Chandron, Seaman Apprentice Second Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S.

Quinnebaug, Alexandria, Egypt, on the morning of 21 November 1885. Jumping overboard from that vessel, Seaman Apprentice Second Class Chandron, with the aid of Hugh Miller, boatswain's mate, rescued William Evans, Ordinary Seaman, from drowning. Letter, Capt N. Judlow, No 8326B

Born: at FranceHome Town: New York, New York

CONNOLLY, MICHAELOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: August 07, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Connolly, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth, Halifax Harbor, Nova Scotia, 7 August 1876. Acting gallantly, Ordinary Seaman Connolly succeeding in rescuing a citizen from drowning on this date. General Order No. 218, August 24, 1876


COREY, WILLIAMLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: July 26, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Corey, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth, Navy Yard, New York, 26 July 1876. Showing heroic conduct, Landsman Corey endeavored to save the life of one of the crew of that ship who had fallen overboard from aloft. General Order No. 215, August 9, 1876


COSTELLO, JOHNOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: July 16, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Costello, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Hartford, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 16 July 1876. Showing gallantry, Ordinary Seaman Costello rescued from drowning a Landsman of that vessel. General Order No. 214, July 27, 1876

Born: at Rouses Point, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

COURTNEY, HENRY C.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Trailing Ship PortsmouthDate of Action: February 07, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry C. Courtney, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S. Training Ship Portsmouth,

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) Washington Navy Yard, 7 February 1882. Jumping overboard from that vessel, Seaman Courtney assisted in rescuing Charles Taliaferro, jack-of-the-dust, from drowning. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Springfield, IllinoisHome Town: Springfield, Illinois

CRAMEN, THOMASBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PortsmouthDate of Action: February 07, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Cramen, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Portsmouth, Washington Navy Yard, 7 February 1882. Jumping overboard from that vessel, Boatswain's Mate Cramen rescued Charles Taliaferro, Jack-of-the-Dust, from drowning. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Ireland Home Town: Massachusetts

CREELMAN, WILLIAM JAMESLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MaineDate of Action: February 07, 1897Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William James Creelman, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while attached to the U.S.S. Maine, February 7, 1897. Distinguishing himself, Landsman Creelman showed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during an attempt to save life at sea.

Born: 8/3/1874 at Brooklyn, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

CUTTER, GEORGE W.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PowhatanDate of Action: May 27, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George W. Cutter, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Powhatan, Norfolk, Virginia 27 May 1872. Jumping overboard on this date, Landsman Cutter aided in saving one of the crew of that vessel from drowning. General Order No. 176, July 9, 1872


DAVIS, JOHNOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TrentonDate of Action: February 01, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Davis, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Trenton, Toulon, France, February 1881. Jumping overboard, Ordinary Seaman Davis rescued Augustus Ohlensen, Coxswain, from drowning.

General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884Born: at Kingston, Jamaica

DAVIS, JOSEPH H.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S. Receiving Ship DaleDate of Action: January 22, 1886Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph H. Davis, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S. Receiving Ship Dale off the Wharf at Norfolk, Virginia 22 January 1886. Jumping overboard from the ferryboat, Landsman Davis rescued from drowning John Norman, Ordinary Seaman. Letter Fmate J.W. Baxter, No 8985


DEMPSEY, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: January 23, 1875Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Dempsey, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge at Shanghai, China, 23 January 1875. Displaying gallant conduct, Seaman Dempsey jumped overboard from the Kearsarge and rescued from drowning one of the crew of that vessel.


DENEEF, MICHAELCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SwataraDate of Action: December 01, 1875Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Deneef, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Swatara at Para, Brazil, 1 December 1875. Displaying gallant conduct, Captain of the Top Deneef jumped overboard and rescued one of the crew of that vessel from drowning. General Order No. 201, January 18, 1876


DENHAM, AUSTINSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KansasDate of Action: April 12, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Austin Denham, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kansas near Greytown, Nicaragua, 12 April 1872. Displaying great coolness and self-possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and others were drowned, Seaman Denham, by heroism and personal exertion, prevented greater loss of life. General Order No. 176, July 9, 1872

Born: 9/29/1850 at EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) EILERS, HENRY A.Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PhiladelphiaDate of Action: September 17, 1892Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry A. Eilers, Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Philadelphia during the sham attack on Fort McHenry, Baltimore, Maryland, 17 September 1892. Displaying extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on this occasion, Gunner's Mate Eilers remained at his post in the magazine and stamped out the burning particles of a prematurely exploded cartridge which had blown down the chute. General Order No. 404, November 22, 1892

Born: 8/11/1870 at Newark, New JerseyHome Town: Newark, New Jersey

ELMORE, WALTERLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. GettysburgDate of Action: October 01, 1878Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Walter Elmore, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Gettysburg; for jumping overboard and saving from drowning Wallace Febrey, Landsman, while that vessel was under way at sea in latitude 36 degrees 58 minutes north, longitude 3 degrees 44 minutes east, 1 October 1878.

Born: at EnglandHome Town: Toulon, France

ENRIGHT, JOHNLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RangerDate of Action: January 18, 1886Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Enright, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Ranger off Ensenada, Mexico, 18 January 1886. Jumping overboard from that vessel, Landsman Enright rescued John Bell, Ordinary Seaman, and George Svensson, Ordinary Seaman, from drowning.

Born: 7/2/1864 at Lynn, MassachusettsHome Town: Lynn, Massachusetts

EVERETTS, JOHNGunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CushingDate of Action: February 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Everetts, Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Cushing, 11 February 1898, Everetts displayed gallant conduct in attempting to save the life of the late Ensign Joseph C. Breckinridge, U.S. Navy, who fell overboard at sea from that vessel. General Order No. 489, May 20, 1898

Born: 8/25/1873 at Thorold, CanadaHome Town: New York, New York

FASSEUR, ISAAC L.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: June 13, 1884Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Isaac L. Fasseur, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna, 13 June 1884, at Callao, Peru, Ordinary Seaman Fasseur rescued William Cruise, who had fallen overboard, from drowning.

Born: at Flushing, HollandHome Town: Valparaiso, Chile

FLANNAGAN, JOHNBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SupplyDate of Action: October 26, 1878Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Flannagan, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Supply, Boatswain's Mate Flannagan rescued from drowning David Walsh, Seaman, of Le Havre, France, 26 October 1878.


FOWLER, CHRISTOPHERQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FortuneDate of Action: May 11, 1874Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Christopher Fowler, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Fortune off Point Zapotitlan, Mexico, 11 May 1874. On the occasion of the capsizing of one of the boats of the Quartermaster Fortune and the drowning of a portion of the boat's crew, Fowler displayed gallant conduct.


GIDDING, CHARLESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: July 26, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Gidding, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth, Seaman Gidding showed heroic conduct in trying to save the life of one of the crew of that ship, who had fallen overboard from aloft at the Navy Yard, New York, 26 July 1876. General Order No. 215, August 9, 1876

Born: at Bangor, MaineHome Town: Bangor, Maine

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) GILLICK, MATTHEWBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LancasterDate of Action: November 20, 1883Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Matthew Gillick, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Lancaster at Marseille, France, 20 November 1883. Jumping overboard from the Lancaster, Boatswain's Mate Gillick rescued from drowning a French lad who had fallen into the sea from a stone pier astern of the ship. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Providence, Rhode IslandHome Town: Providence, Rhode Island

HANDRAN, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FranklinDate of Action: January 09, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Handran, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Franklin at Lisbon, Portugal, 9 January 1876. Jumping overboard, Seaman Handran rescued from drowning one of the crew of that vessel. General Order No. 206, February 15, 1876


HARRINGTON, DAVIDFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TallapoosaDate of Action: August 21, 1884Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David Harrington, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Tallapoosa at the time of the sinking of that vessel, on the night of 21 August 1884. Remaining at his post of duty in the fireroom until the fires were put out by the rising waters, Fireman First Class Harrington opened the safety valves when the water was up to his waist. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


HAYDEN, JOHNApprentice, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship SaratogaDate of Action: July 15, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Hayden, Apprentice, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S. Training Ship Saratoga On the morning of 15 July 1879, while the Saratoga was anchored off the Battery, in New York Harbor, R. L. Robey, apprentice, fell overboard. As the tide was running strong ebb, the man, not being an expert swimmer, was in danger of drowning. David M. Buchanan, Apprentice, instantly, without removing any of his clothing, jumped after him.

Stripping himself, Apprentice Hayden stood coolly watching the two in the water, and when he thought his services were required, made a dive from the rail and came up alongside them and rendered assistance until all three were picked up by a boat from the ship. General Order No. 246, July 22, 1879

Born: at Washington, D.C.Home Town: Washington, D.C.

HILL, GEORGEChief Quarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KansasDate of Action: April 12, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Hill, Chief Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kansas. Chief Quarter Gunner Hill displayed great coolness and self-possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and others were drowned, near Greytown, Nicaragua, 12 April 1872, and by extraordinary heroism and personal exertion, prevented greater loss of life. General Order No. 176, July 9, 1872


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898)

HILL, WILLIAM LOWELLCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship MinnesotaDate of Action: June 22, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Lowell Hill, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S. Training Ship Minnesota at Newport, Rhode Island, 22 June 1881, Captain of the Top Hill jumped overboard and sustained William Mulcahy, third class boy, who had fallen overboard, until picked up by a steam launch. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


HOLT, GEORGEQuarter Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: July 03, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Holt, Quarter Gunner, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth, Hamburg Harbor, 3 July 1871. Jumping overboard at the imminent risk of his life, Quarter Gunner Holt, with a comrade, rescued from drowning one of a party who was thrown from a shore boat into a four-knot, running tide while the boat was coming alongside the ship. General Order No. 180, October 10, 1872

Born: at Kentucky Home Town: Kentucky

HORTON, JAMESCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ConstitutionDate of Action: February 13, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Horton, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Constitution, at sea, 13 February 1879. Captain of the Top Horton showed courageous conduct in going over the stern during a heavy gale and cutting the fastenings of the ship's rudder chains. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


JARDINE, ALEXANDERFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PotomacDate of Action: November 14, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Jardine, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Potomac during the passage of that vessel from Cat Island to Nassau, 14 November 1898. Volunteering to enter the fireroom which was filled with steam, Fireman First Class Jardine, after repeated attempts, succeeded in reaching the auxiliary valve

and opening it, thereby relieving the vessel from further danger. General Order No. 503, December 13, 1898

Born: 3/19/1873 at Inverness, ScotlandHome Town: Ohio

JOHNSON, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KansasDate of Action: April 12, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Johnson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kansas near Greytown, Nicaragua 12 April 1872. Seaman Johnson displayed great coolness and self-possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and others were drowned and, by extraordinary heroism and personal exertion, prevented greater loss of life. General Order No. 176, July 9, 1872


JOHNSON, WILLIAMCooper, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AdamsDate of Action: November 14, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Johnson, Cooper, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Adams at the Navy Yard, Mare Island, California, 14 November 1879. Cooper Johnson rescued Daniel W. Kloppen, a workman, from drowning. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at St. Vincent, West IndiesHome Town: New York, New York

KERSEY, THOMAS JOSEPHOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: July 26, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Joseph Kersey, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth at the Navy Yard, New York, 26 July 1876. Ordinary Seaman Kersey displayed bravery and presence of mind in rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel. General Order No. 215, August 9, 1876

Born: at St. Johns, CanadaHome Town: Everett, Massachusetts

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898)

KING, HUGHOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IroquoisDate of Action: September 07, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hugh King, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Iroquois, Delaware River, 7 September 1871. Jumping overboard at the imminent risk of his life, Ordinary Seaman King rescued one of the crew of that vessel from drowning. General Order No. 176, July 9, 1872


KYLE, PATRICK J.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. QuinnebaugDate of Action: March 13, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick J. Kyle, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in rescuing from drowning a shipmate from the U.S.S. Quinnebaug, at Port Mahon, Minorca, 13 March 1879.

Born: 11/4/1854 at Ireland Home Town: Mattapan, Massachusetts

LAKIN, THOMASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NarragansettDate of Action: November 01, 1874Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Lakin, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Narragansett at the Navy Yard, Mare Island, California, November 1874. Jumping overboard, Seaman Lakin displayed gallant conduct by rescuing two men of that ship from drowning.


LAVERTY, JOHN(Second Award)Fireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AlaskaDate of Action: September 14, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Laverty, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Alaska at Callao Bay, Peru, 14 September 1881. Following the rupture of the stop-valve chamber on that vessel, Fireman First Class Laverty hauled the fires from under the boiler. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: 6/1/1845 at County Tyrone, IrelandHome Town: California

Other Award: 1st Medal of Honor (Civil War) Under name of John Lafferty

LEJEUNE, EMILESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: June 06, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Emile Lejeune, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth. Seaman Lejeune displayed gallant conduct in rescuing a citizen from drowning at Port Royal, South Carolina, 6 June 1876. General Order No. 212, June 9, 1876

Born: at FranceHome Town: New York, New York

LOW, GEORGESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TennesseeDate of Action: February 15, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Low, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Tennessee at New Orleans, Louisiana, 15 February 1881, and sustaining, until picked up by a boat's crew, N. P. Petersen, Gunner's Mate, who had fallen overboard. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at CanadaHome Town: New York, New York

LUCY, JOHNSecond Class Boy, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship MinnesotaDate of Action: July 09, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Lucy, Second Class Boy, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S. Training Ship Minnesota on the occasion of the burning of Castle Garden at New York, 9 July 1876. General Order No. 214, July 27, 1876


MADDIN, EDWARDOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FranklinDate of Action: January 09, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Maddin, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Franklin at Lisbon, Portugal, 9 January 1876. Displaying gallant conduct, Ordinary Seaman Maddin jumped overboard and rescued one of the crew of that vessel from drowning. General Order No. 206, February 15, 1876

Born: 5/15/1852 at Newfoundland, CanadaHome Town: Massachusetts

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) MAGEE, JOHN W.Fireman Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TallapoosaDate of Action: August 21, 1884Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John W. Magee, Fireman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Tallapoosa during the sinking of that vessel on the night of 21 August 1884. During this period, Fireman Second Class Magee remained at his post of duty in the fireroom until the fires were put out by the rising waters. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Maryland Home Town: Maryland

MANNING, HENRY J.Quartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship New HampshireDate of Action: January 04, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry J. Manning, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S. Training Ship New Hampshire, off Newport, Rhode Island, 4 January 1882. Jumping overboard, Quartermaster Manning endeavored to rescue Jabez Smith, Second Class Musician, from drowning. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at New Haven, ConnecticutHome Town: New Haven, Connecticut

MATTHEWS, JOSEPHCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ConstitutionDate of Action: February 13, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Matthews, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for courageous conduct in going over the stern of the U.S.S. Constitution at sea, 13 February 1879, during a heavy gale, and cutting the fastenings of the ship's rudder chains. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Malta Home Town: Pennsylvania

MCCARTON, JOHNShip's Printer, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship New HampshireDate of Action: January 04, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John McCarton, Ship's Printer, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Training Ship New Hampshire off Coasters Harbor Island, near Newport, Rhode Island, 4 January 1882, and endeavoring to rescue Jabez Smith, Second Class Musician, from drowning. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Brooklyn, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

MILLER, HUGHBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. QuinnebaugDate of Action: November 21, 1885Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hugh Miller, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Quinnebaug, at Alexandria, Egypt, on the morning of 21 November 1885, and assisting in saving a shipmate from drowning.


MILLMORE, JOHNOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. EssexDate of Action: October 31, 1877Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Millmore, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Essex. Ordinary Seaman Millmore rescued from drowning John W. Powers, Ordinary Seaman, serving on the same vessel with him, at Monrovia, Liberia, 31 October 1877. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


MITCHELL, THOMASLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RichmondDate of Action: November 17, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Mitchell, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Richmond. Landsman Mitchell rescued from drowning, M. F. Caulan, First Class Boy, serving with him on the same vessel, at Shanghai, China, 17 November 1879. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


MOORE, FRANCISBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship PortsmouthDate of Action: January 23, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Francis Moore, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Training Ship Portsmouth, at the Washington Navy Yard, 23 January 1882, and endeavoring to rescue Thomas Duncan, Carpenter and Calker, who had fallen overboard. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) MOORE, PHILIPSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TrentonDate of Action: September 21, 1880Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Philip Moore, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Trenton, at Genoa, Italy, 21 September 1880, and rescuing from drowning Hans Paulsen, Ordinary Seaman. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Newfoundland, CanadaHome Town: Rhode Island

MORSE, WILLIAMSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ShenandoahDate of Action: September 19, 1880Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Morse, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Shenandoah at Rio de Janeiro Brazil, 19 September 1880, and rescuing from drowning James Grady, First Class Fireman. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


NOIL, JOSEPH B.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PowhatanDate of Action: December 26, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph B. Noil, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Powhatan at Norfolk, 26 December 1872. Seaman Noil saved Boatswain J. C. Walton from drowning.

Born: at Nova Scotia, CanadaHome Town: New York, New York

NORRIS, J. W.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. JamestownDate of Action: December 20, 1883Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to J. W. Norris, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Jamestown, New York Navy Yard, 20 December 1883. Landsman Norris rescued from drowning A. A. George, who had fallen overboard. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


O'CONNER, JAMES FRANCESLandsman, Engineer's Force, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Jean SandsDate of Action: June 15, 1880Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Frances O'Conner, Landsman, Engineer's Force, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the

U.S.S. Jean Sands, opposite the Norfolk Navy Yard, Virginia, on the night of 15 June 1880, and rescuing from drowning a young girl who had fallen overboard. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: 11/28/1861 at Portsmouth, VirginiaHome Town: Portsmouth, Virginia

OHMSEN, AUGUSTMaster At Arms, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TallapoosaDate of Action: August 21, 1884Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to August Ohmsen, Master At Arms, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Tallapoosa at the time of the sinking of that vessel, on the night of 21 August 1884. Clearing the berth deck, Master at Arms Ohmsen remained there until the water was waist deep, wading about with outstretched arms, rousing the men out of their hammocks. Then, going on deck, he assisted in lowering the first cutter and then the dinghy, of which he took charge. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: 3/15/1854 at Lubeck, GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

O'NEAL, JOHNBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KansasDate of Action: April 12, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John O'Neal, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kansas. Boatswain's Mate O'Neal displayed great coolness and self-possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and others were drowned near Greytown, Nicaragua, 12 April 1872, and by personal exertion prevented greater loss of life. General Order No. 179, July 9, 1872


OSBORNE, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. JuniataDate of Action: August 21, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Osborne, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Juniata. Seaman Osborne displayed gallant conduct in rescuing from drowning an enlisted boy of that vessel, at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 21 August 1876. General Order No. 218, August 24, 1876


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) OSEPINS, CHRISTIANSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Tug FortuneDate of Action: May 07, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Christian Osepins, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Tug Fortune, 7 May 1882, at Hampton Roads, Virginia and rescuing from drowning James Walters, Gunner's Mate. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at HollandHome Town: New York, New York

PARKER, ALEXANDERBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyDate of Action: July 25, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Parker, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant conduct in attempting to save a shipmate from drowning at the Navy Yard, Mare Island, California, on 25 July 1876. General Order No. 215, August 9, 1876

Born: at Kensington, New JerseyHome Town: Kensington, New Jersey

PILE, RICHARDOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KansasDate of Action: April 12, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Pile, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kansas. Ordinary Seaman Pile displayed great coolness and self- possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and others were drowned, near Greytown, Nicaragua, 12 April 1872, and by his extraordinary heroism and personal exertion prevented greater loss of life. General Order No. 179, July 9, 1872

Born: at West Indies Home Town: Massachusetts

REGAN, PATRICKOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PensacolaDate of Action: July 30, 1873Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Regan, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Pensacola. Ordinary Seaman Regan displayed gallant conduct in the harbor of Coquimbo, Chile, 30 July 1873.

Born: at Queenstown, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

ROUNING, JOHANNESOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Tug FortuneDate of Action: May 07, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Johannes Rouning, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Tug Fortune, 7 May 1882, at Hampton Roads, Virginia and rescuing from drowning James Walters, Gunner's Mate. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

RUSSELL, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TrentonDate of Action: September 21, 1880Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Russell, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Trenton, at Genoa, Italy, 21 September 1880, and rescuing from drowning Hans Paulsen, Ordinary Seaman. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


RYAN, RICHARDOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HartfordDate of Action: March 04, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Ryan, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Hartford. Ordinary Seaman Ryan displayed gallant conduct in jumping overboard at Norfolk, Virginia and rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel, 4 March 1876. General Order No. 207, March 23, 1876

Born: at Connecticut, ConnecticutHome Town: Connecticut

SADLER, WILLIAMCaptain of the Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SaratogaDate of Action: June 25, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Sadler, Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Saratoga, off Coasters Harbor Island, Rhode Island, 25 June 1881, and sustaining until picked up by a boat from the ship, Frank Gallagher, Second Class Boy, who had fallen overboard. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) SAPP, ISAACSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ShenandoahDate of Action: December 15, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Isaac Sapp, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Shenandoah during the rescue of a shipmate at Villefranche, France, 15 December 1871. Jumping overboard, Seaman Sapp gallantly assisted in saving Charles Prince, Seaman, from drowning. General Order No. 169, February 08, 1872


SIMPSON, D. HENRY LAKINFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. EssexDate of Action: October 31, 1877Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to D. Henry Lakin Simpson, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in rescuing from drowning John W. Powers, Ordinary Seaman on board the U.S.S. Essex, at Monrovia, Liberia, 31 October 1877. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at London, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

Henry Simpson graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1882.

SMITH, JAMESSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KansasDate of Action: April 12, 1872Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Smith, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kansas. Seaman Smith displayed great coolness and self-possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and others were drowned near Greytown, Nicaragua, 12 April 1872, and by extraordinary heroism and personal exertion, prevented greater loss of life. General Order No. 176, July 9, 1872

Born: at Territory of Hawaii, HawaiiHome Town: New York, New York

SMITH, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ShenandoahDate of Action: September 19, 1880Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Smith, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Shenandoah, at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 19 September 1880, and rescuing from drowning James Grady, First Class Fireman. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Bermuda, BermudaHome Town: New York, New York

SMITH, THOMASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. EnterpriseDate of Action: October 01, 1878Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Smith, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in rescuing from drowning William Kent, Coxswain of the U.S.S. Enterprise, off Para, Brazil, 1 October 1878.

Born: at Ireland Home Town: Virginia

SULLIVAN, JAMES F.Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship New HampshireDate of Action: April 21, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James F. Sullivan, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Training Ship New Hampshire, at Newport, Rhode Island, 21 April 1882, and rescuing from drowning Francis T. Price, Third Class Boy. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Lowell, MassachusettsHome Town: Lowell, Massachusetts

SWEENEY, ROBERT AUGUSTUS(First Award)Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: October 26, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Augustus Sweeney, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge, at Hampton Roads, Virginia 26 October 1881. Ordinary Seaman Sweeney jumped overboard and assisted in saving from drowning a shipmate who had fallen overboard into a strongly running tide. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884(Second Award)Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. YanticDate of Action: December 20, 1883Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Augustus Sweeney, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Jamestown, at the Navy Yard New York, 20 December 1883. Ordinary Seaman Sweeney rescued from drowning A. A. George, who had fallen overboard from that vessel. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: 2/20/1853 at Montserrat, West IndiesHome Town: New Jersey

Other Award: 2@ Medals of Honor for Peace Time Heroism

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) SWEENEY, WILLIAMLandsman, Engineer's Force, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Jean SandsDate of Action: June 15, 1880Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Sweeney, Landsman, Engineer's Force, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Jean Sands, opposite the Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia on the night of 15 June 1880, and rescuing from drowning a young girl who had fallen overboard. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


TAYLOR, RICHARD HAMILTONQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NipsicDate of Action: March 19, 1889Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Hamilton Taylor, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Nipsic. Quartermaster Taylor displayed gallantry during the hurricane at Apia, Samoa, 16 March 1889. General Order No. 157, April 20, 1904

Born: 9/8/1870 at Staunton, VirginiaHome Town: Staunton, Virginia

THAYER, JAMESShip's Corporal, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ConstitutionDate of Action: November 16, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Thayer, Ship's Corporal, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in rescuing from drowning a boy serving with him on the U.S.S. Constitution, at the Navy Yard, Norfolk, Virginia 16 November 1879. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Pennsylvania

THOMPSON, HENRYSeaman, U.S. NavyDate of Action: June 27, 1878Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Thompson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in rescuing a man from drowning at Mare Island, California, 27 June 1878.

THORNTON, MICHAELSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S. Tug LeydenDate of Action: August 26, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Thornton, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Tug Leyden, near Boston, Massachusetts, 26 August 1881, and sustaining until picked

up. Seaman Michael Drennan, Landsman, who had jumped overboard while temporarily insane. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at IrelandHome Town: Pennsylvania

TOBIN, PAULLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: July 03, 1871Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Paul Tobin, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth, Hamburg Harbor, 3 July 1871. Jumping overboard at the imminent risk of his life, Landsman Tobin, with a comrade, rescued from drowning one of a party who was thrown from a shore boat into a four-knot running tide while the boat was coming alongside the ship. General Order No. 180, October 10, 1872

Born: at Plybin, FranceHome Town: Brest, France

TROUT, JAMES M.Fireman Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FrolicDate of Action: April 20, 1877Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James M. Trout, Fireman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Frolic. Fireman Second Class Trout displayed gallant conduct in endeavoring to save the life of one of the crew of that vessel who had fallen overboard at Montevideo, 20 April 1877.


TROY, JEREMIAHChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship New HampshireDate of Action: April 21, 1882Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jeremiah Troy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Training Ship New Hampshire, at Newport, Rhode Island, 21 April 1882, and rescuing from drowning Francis T. Price, Third Class Boy. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


TURVELIN, ALEXANDER HAURESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TrentonDate of Action: February 01, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Haure Turvelin, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Trenton, at Toulon, France, February 1881, and rescuing from drowning Augustus Ohlensen, Coxswain. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Russia

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1871-1898) WEISBOGEL, ALBERT(First Award)Captain of the Mizzen Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BeneciaDate of Action: January 11, 1874Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Albert Weisbogel, Captain of the Mizzen Top, U.S. Navy, for gallant conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Benicia, at sea, and rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel on 11 January 1874. General Order No. 207, March 23, 1876(Second Award)Captain of the Mizzen Top, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PlymouthDate of Action: April 27, 1876Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Albert Weisbogel, Captain of the Mizzen Top, U.S. Navy, for gallant conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Plymouth, at sea, and rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel on 27 April 1876. General Order No. 212, June 9, 1876


2@ Medals of Honor for Peace Time Heroism

WEISSEL, ADAMShip's Cook, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship MinnesotaDate of Action: August 26, 1881Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Adam Weissel, Ship's Cook, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S. Training Ship Minnesota, at Newport, Rhode Island, 26 August 1881, and sustaining until picked up by a boat from the ship, C. Lorenze, Captain of the forecastle, who had fallen overboard. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884


WILLIAMS, ANTONIOSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HuronDate of Action: November 24, 1877Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Antonio Williams, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for courage and fidelity displayed in the loss of the U.S.S. Huron, 24 November 1877.

Born: at Malta

WILLIAMS, HENRYCarpenter's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ConstitutionDate of Action: February 13, 1879Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Williams, Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in going over the stern of the U.S.S. Constitution, at sea, 13 February 1879,

during a heavy gale, and performing important carpenter's work upon her rudder. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: 2/6/1834 at Canada Home Town: Bala-Cynwyd, Pennsylvania

WILLIAMS, LOUIS(First Award)Captain of the Hold, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: March 16, 1883Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Louis Williams, Captain of the Hold, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct in jumping overboard from the U.S.S Lackawanna, 16 March 1883, at Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii, and rescuing from drowning Thomas Moran, Landsman. (Second Award)Captain of the Hold, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LackawannaDate of Action: June 13, 1884Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Louis Williams, Captain of the Hold, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna. Captain of the Hold Williams rescued from drowning William Cruise, who had fallen overboard at Callao Peru, 13 June 1884. General Order No. 326, October 18, 1884

Born: at Christiana (Oslo), NorwayHome Town: California


WILLIS, GEORGECoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TigressDate of Action: September 22, 1873Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Willis, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and heroic conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Tigress. Coxswain Willis displayed gallant and meritorious conduct on the night of 22 September 1873 off the coast of Greenland.


WILSON, AUGUSTBoilermaker, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PuritanDate of Action: July 01, 1897Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to August Wilson, Boilermaker, U.S. Navy, for gallant conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. Puritan and at the time of the collapse of one of the crown sheets of Boiler E on that vessel, 1 July 1897. Wrapping wet cloths about his face and arms, Boilermaker Wilson entered the fireroom and opened the safety valve, thus removing the danger of disabling the other boilers. General Order No. 482, November 1, 1897

Born: 3/1/1864 at Danzig, GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

Spanish-American War

BAKER, BENJAMIN FRANKLINCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Benjamin Franklin Baker, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Coxswain Baker set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action . General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 3/12/1862 at Dennis Port, MassachusettsHome Town: Dennis Port, Massachusetts

BARROW, DAVID DUFFYSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David Duffy Barrow, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Barrow set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 7/22/1876 at Reelsboro, North CarolinaHome Town: Norfolk, Virginia

BENNETT, JAMES HARVEYChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Harvey Bennett, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Chief Boatswain's Mate Bennett set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 4/5/1851 at Haverstraw, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

BEYER, ALBERTCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Albert Beyer, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Coxswain Beyer set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 6/13/1859 at Hanover, GermanyHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

BLUME, ROBERTSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Blume, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Blume set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 11/19/1868 at Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaHome Town: New Jersey

BRADY, GEORGE F.Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WinslowDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George F. Brady, Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the torpedo boat U.S.S. Winslow during the actions at Cardenas, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Conspicuously gallant during this period, Chief Gunner's Mate Brady, by his energy in assisting to sustain fire, his efforts to repair the steering gear and his promptness in maintaining watertight integrity, was largely instrumental in saving the vessel. General Order No. 497, September 3, 1898


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Philippine Insurrection BRIGHT, GEORGE WASHINGTONCoal Passer, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Washington Bright, Coal Passer, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Coal Passer Bright set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 12/27/1874 at Norfolk, VirginiaHome Town: Norfolk, Virginia

CARTER, JOSEPH EDWARDBlacksmith, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Edward Carter, Blacksmith, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Blacksmith Carter set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 8/15/1875 at Manchester, EnglandHome Town: North Dakota

CHADWICK, LEONARD B.Apprentice First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Leonard B. Chadwick, Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Apprentice First Class Chadwick set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 11/24/1878 at Middletown, DelawareHome Town: Middletown, Delaware

After being discharged from service Leonard Chadwick moved to Boston, MA where he sold insurance and worked in the morocco leather industry. In 1923 he had an accident that left him with a dislocated elbow and knee. In 1937 he was declared totally disabled. He never married and died in his home of asphyxiation.

CHARETTE, GEORGE (POW)Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Charette, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in

connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish batteries, Gunner's Mate First Class Charette displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 6/6/1867 at Lowell, MassachusettsHome Town: Lowell, Massachusetts

CLAUSEN, CLAUS KRISTIAN RANDOLPH (POW)Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Claus Kristian Randolph Clausen, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish batteries, Coxswain Clausen displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 12/9/1869 at St. Albans, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

COONEY, THOMAS C.Chief Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S. Torpedo Boat WinslowDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas C. Cooney, Chief Machinist, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S. Torpedo Boat Winslow during the action at Cardenas, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Following the piercing of the boiler by an enemy shell, Chief Machinist Cooney, by his gallantry and promptness in extinguishing the resulting flames, saved the boiler tubes from burning out. General Order No. 497, September 3, 1898

Born: 7/18/1853 at Westport, CanadaHome Town: New Jersey

CROUSE, WILLIAM ADOLPHUSWatertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ConcordDate of Action: May 21, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Adolphus Crouse, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Concord off Cavite, Manila Bay, Philippine Islands, 21 May 1898. Following the blowing out of a lower manhole plate joint on Boiler B of that vessel, Watertender Crouse hauled the fires in the hot, vapor-filled atmosphere which necessitated the playing of water into the fireroom from a hose. General Order No. 502, December 14, 1898

Born: 10/22/1866 at Tannettsburg, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Tannettsburg, Pennsylvania

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Philippine Insurrection DAVIS, JOHNGunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Davis, Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead, during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Gunner's Mate Third Class Davis set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899


DEIGNAN, OSBORN WARREN (POW)Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Osborn Warren Deignan, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish batteries, Coxswain Deignan displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 2/24/1877 at Stuart, IowaHome Town: Stuart, Iowa

DORAN, JOHN JAMESBoatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John James Doran, Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Doran set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899


John Doran was the uncle of Charles Watters who, as a Chaplain in Vietnam, also earned the Medal of Honor.

DURNEY, AUSTIN JOSEPHBlacksmith, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Austin Joseph Durney, Blacksmith, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Blacksmith Durney set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 11/26/1867 at Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Woodland, Maryland

EGLIT, JOHNSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Eglit, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Eglit set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 10/17/1874 at FinlandHome Town: New York, New York

EHLE, JOHN WALTERFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ConcordDate of Action: May 21, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Walter Ehle, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Concord off Cavite, Manila Bay, Philippine Islands, 21 May 1898. Following the blowing out of a lower manhole plate joint on Boiler B of that vessel, Fireman First Class Ehle assisted in hauling the fires in the hot, vapor-filled atmosphere which necessitated the playing of water into the fireroom from a hose. General Order No. 502, December 14, 1898

Born: 5/11/1873 at Kearney, NebraskaHome Town: Kearney, Nebraska

ERICKSON, NICHOLASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Nicholas Erickson, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Coxswain Erickson set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 7/18/1870 at FinlandHome Town: New York, New York

FOSS, HERBERT LOUISSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Herbert Louis Foss, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Foss set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 10/12/1871 at Belfast, MaineHome Town: Belfast, Maine

GIBBONS, MICHAELOiler, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Gibbons, Oiler, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfugos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Oiler Gibbons set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899


GILL, FREEMANGunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Freeman Gill, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Gunner's Mate First Class Gill set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901


HART, WILLIAMMachinist First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Hart, Machinist First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Machinist First Class Hart set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 6/9/1866 at MassachusettsHome Town: Massachusetts

HENDRICKSON, HENRYSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Hendrickson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Hendrickson displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 3/12/1862 at Germany

HOBAN, THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Hoban, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Coxswain Hoban displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Spanish-American War HOBSON, RICHMOND PEARSON (POW)Lieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richmond Pearson Hobson, Lieutenant, US Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the fortified harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 3 June 1898. Despite persistent fire from the enemy fleet and fortifications on shore, Lieutenant Hobson distinguished himself by extraordinary courage and carried out this operation at the risk of his own personal safety.

Born: 8/17/1870 at Greensboro, AlabamaHome Town: New York, New York

Richmond Hobson entered the Naval Academy in Annapolis at the age of 15 and graduated FIRST in his class of 1889. As a Naval OFFICER, he was not eligible for the MOH at the time it was awarded to his 7 volunteers. Changing guidelines made him eligible after 1917, and his was awarded by Special Act of Congress in 1933. It was fitting as Hobson served as Congressman from Alabama's 6th District from 1907 - 1915 (as well as a Presidential elector from Alabama in 1904). World War I MOH recipient Richmond H. (Hobson) Hilton was named for Hobson when he was born in the same year as Hobson's heroic and well publicized mission.

HULL, JAMES LOTTFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ConcordDate of Action: May 21, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Lott Hull, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Concord off Cavite, Manila Bay, Philippine Islands, 21 May 1898. Following the blowing out of a lower manhole plate joint on Boiler B of that vessel, Fireman First Class Hull assisted in hauling the fires in the hot, vapor-filled atmosphere, which necessitated the playing of water into the fireroom from a hose. General Order No. 502, December 14, 1898

Born: 11/17/1873 at Patoka, IllinoisHome Town: Patoka, Illinois

ITRICH, FRANZ ANTONChief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PetrelDate of Action: May 01, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Franz Anton Itrich, Chief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Petrel, Manila, Philippine Islands, 1 May 1898. Serving in the presence of the enemy, Chief Carpenter's Mate Itrich displayed heroism during the action. General Order No. 13, December 5, 1900

Born: 11/26/1853 at Gross Katz, GermanyHome Town: San Francisco, California

Franz Itrich was the first American to perform a Medal of Honor action during the Spanish-American War.

JOHANSON, JOHN PETERSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Peter Johanson, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Johanson set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 1/22/1865 at Oskarshamn, SwedenHome Town: Maryland

JOHANSSON, JOHAN J.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Johan J. Johansson, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Ordinary Seaman Johansson set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 5/12/1870 at SwedenHome Town: New York, New York

JOHNSEN, HANSChief Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S. Torpedo Boat WinslowDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hans Johnsen, Chief Machinist, US Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the torpedo boat Winslow during the action at Cardenas, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Showing great presence of mind, Johnsen turned off the steam from the engine which had been wrecked by a shell bursting in the cylinder. General Order No. 497, September 3, 1898

Born: 1/3/1865 at Sandnes, NorwayHome Town: Pennsylvania

JOHNSON, PETERFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VixenDate of Action: May 28, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Peter Johnson, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Vixen on the night of 28 May 1898. Following the explosion of the lower front manhole gasket of Boiler A of the vessel, Fireman First Class Johnson displayed great coolness and self-possession in entering the fireroom. General Order No. 167, August 27, 1904

Born: 12/29/1857 at Sumerland, EnglandHome Town: Pennsylvania

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Spanish-American War KEEFER, PHILIP BOGANCoppersmith, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: July 20, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Philip Bogan Keefer, Coppersmith, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Iowa off Santiago de Cuba, 20 July 1898. Following the blow-out of a manhole gasket of that vessel which caused the fireroom to be filled with live steam and the floor plates to be covered with boiling water, Coppersmith Keefer showed courageous and zealous conduct in hauling fires from two furnaces of Boiler B. General Order No. 501, December 14, 1898


KELLY, FRANCIS (POW)Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Francis Kelly, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish batteries, Watertender Kelly displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899


KRAMER, FRANZSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Franz Kramer, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Kramer set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 1/20/1865 at Nierstein, GermanyHome Town: Massachusetts

KRAUSE, ERNESTCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Ernest Krause, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Coxswain Krause displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 7/3/1866 at Lubeck, GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

LEVERY, WILLIAMApprentice First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Levery, Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Apprentice First Class Levery displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899


MAGER, GEORGE FREDERICKApprentice First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Frederick Mager, Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Apprentice First Class Mager displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 2/23/1875 at Phillipsburg, New JerseyHome Town: Phillipsburg, New Jersey

MAHONEY, GEORGEFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VixenDate of Action: May 28, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Mahoney, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Vixen on the night of 28 May 1898. Following the explosion of the lower front manhole gasket of Boiler A of that vessel, Fireman First Class Mahoney displayed great coolness and self-possession in entering the fireroom. General Order No. 167, August 27, 1904

Born: 1/15/1865 at Worcester, MassachusettsHome Town: Pennsylvania

MAXWELL, JOHNFireman Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Maxwell, Fireman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Fireman Second

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Spanish-American War Class Maxwell displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899


MEYER, WILLIAMCarpenter's Mate Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Meyer, Carpenter's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy Carpenter's Mate Third Class Meyer displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness through this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 6/22/1863 at GermanyHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

MILLER, HARRY HERBERTSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Harry Herbert Miller, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville, during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Miller displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action . General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 5/4/1879 at Noel Shore, CanadaHome Town: Massachusetts

Harry Miller's older brother, serving with him on the same vessel, also received the Medal of Honor in this action.

MILLER, WILLARD D.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Willard D. Miller, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Miller displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 6/5/1877 at Noel Shore, CanadaHome Town: Massachusetts

Willard Miller's younger brother Harry, serving with him on the same vessel, also received the Medal of Honor for this action.

MONTAGUE, DANIEL (POW)Chief Master At Arms, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Montague, Chief Master At Arms, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish batteries, Chief Master at Arms Montague displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 10/22/1867 at Wicklow, Ireland

MORIN, WILLIAM HENRYBoatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: July 26 & 27, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Henry Morin, Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead at the approaches to Caimanera, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, 26 and 27 July 1898. Displaying heroism, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Morin took part in the perilous work of sweeping for and disabling twenty-seven contact mines during this period. General Order No. 500, December 14, 1898

Born: 5/23/1868 at Birmingham, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

MULLER, FREDERICKMate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. WompatuckDate of Action: June 30, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frederick Muller, Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Wompatuck, Manzanillo, Cuba, 30 June 1898. Serving under the fire of the enemy, Mate Muller displayed heroism and gallantry during this period. General Order No. 45, April 30, 1901

Born: 3/29/1861 at Copenhagen, DenmarkHome Town: Massachusetts

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Spanish-American War

MURPHY, JOHN EDWARD (POW)Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Edward Murphy, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish shore batteries, Coxswain Murphy displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899


NELSON, LAURITZSailmaker's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Lauritz Nelson, Sailmaker's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Sailmaker's Mate Nelson displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 3/26/1860 at NorwayHome Town: Farmingdale, New York

OAKLEY, WILLIAMGunner's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Oakley, Gunner's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Gunner's Mate Second Class Oakley displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 8/25/1860 at Colchester, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

OLSEN, ANTONOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Anton Olsen, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Ordinary Seaman Olsen

displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 7/13/1873 at Oslo, NorwayHome Town: Massachusetts

PENN, ROBERTFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: July 20, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Penn, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Iowa off Santiago de Cuba, 20 July 1898. Performing his duty at the risk of serious scalding at the time of the blowing out of the manhole gasket on board the vessel, Fireman First Class Penn hauled the fire while standing on a board thrown across a coal bucket one foot above the boiling water which was still blowing from the boiler. General Order No. 501, December 14, 1898

Born: 10/10/1872 at City Point, VirginiaHome Town: City Point, Virginia

PHILLIPS, GEORGE FREDERICK (POW)Machinist First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: June 03, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Frederick Phillips, Machinist First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and uncommon valor in action in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish shore batteries, Machinist First Class Phillips displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 3/8/1862 at St. John, CanadaHome Town: Galveston, Texas

RILEY, JOHN PHILLIPLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Phillip Riley, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Landsman Riley displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 1/22/1877 at Allentown, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Salem, Massachusetts

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Spanish-American War RUSSELL, HENRY PETERLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Peter Russell, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Landsman Russell displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 6/10/1878 at Quebec, CanadaHome Town: New York, New York

SPICER, WILLIAMGunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: July 26 & 27, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Spicer, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead at the approaches to Caimanera, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, 26 and 27 July 1898. Displaying heroism, Gunner's Mate First Class Spicer took part in the perilous work of sweeping for and disabling twenty-seven contact mines during this period. General Order No. 500, December 14, 1898

Born: 5/28/1864 at Liverpool, EnglandHome Town: New York, New York

SUNDQUIST, AXEL LEOHARDChief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: July 26 & 27, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Axel Leohard Sundquist, Chief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Marblehead at the approaches to Caimanera, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba 26 and 27 July 1898. Displaying heroism, Chief Carpenter's Mate Sundquist took part in the perilous work of sweeping for and disabling 27 contact mines during this period. General Order No. 500, December 14, 1898

Born: 5/26/1867 at FinlandHome Town: Pennsylvania

SUNDQUIST, GUSTAV ADOLFOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Gustav Adolf Sundquist, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy,

Ordinary Seaman Sundquist displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 529, November 2, 1899

Born: 6/4/1879 at SwedenHome Town: New York, New York

TRIPLETT, SAMUEL S.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: July 26 & 27, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel S. Triplett, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead at the approaches to Caimanera, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, 26 and 27 July 1898. Displaying heroism, Ordinary Seaman Triplett took part in the perilous work of sweeping for and disabling twenty-seven contact mines during this period. General Order No. 500, December 14, 1898

Born: 12/18/1869 at Cherokee, KansasHome Town: New York, New York

VADAS, ALBERTSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Albert Vadas, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Vadas displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period . (Albert Vadas later changed his name to Albert Wadas) General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 3/26/1877 at Austria-Hungary, Austria-HungaryHome Town: New York, New York

VAN ETTEN, HUDSONSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hudson Van Etten, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Van Etten displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 5/17/1874 at Port Jervis, New YorkHome Town: New Jersey

VOLZ, ROBERTSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NashvilleDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Volz, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Spanish-American War U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Volz displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 1/31/1875 at San Francisco, CaliforniaHome Town: Virginia

WILKE, JULIUS AUGUST ROBERTBoatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Julius August Robert Wilke, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Boatswain's Mate First Class Wilke displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899


WILLIAMS, FRANKSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MarbleheadDate of Action: May 11, 1898Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank Williams, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Seaman Williams displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. General Order No. 521, July 7, 1899

Born: 10/19/1871 at Danzig, GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

Philippine Insurrection

FITZ, JOSEPHOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: March 08, 1906Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Fitz, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Pampanga, Mount Dajo Jolo, Philippine Islands, 8 March 1906. Serving in the presence of the enemy on this date, Ordinary Seaman Fitz displayed bravery and extraordinary heroism. General Order No. 19, May 1, 1906

Born: 5/24/1886 at Austria, AustriaHome Town: Des Moines, Iowa

FORBECK, ANDREW PETERSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: July 16, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Andrew Peter Forbeck, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy during the battle of Katbalogan, Samar, Philippine Islands, 16 July 1900, while serving on the U.S.S. Pampanga. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901


GALBRAITH, ROBERTGunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. NavyDate of Action: September 12 & 13, 1899Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Galbraith, Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and gallantry while under fire of the enemy at El Pardo, Cebu, Philippine Islands, 12 and 13 September 1899. General Order No. 531, November 21, 1899


STOLTENBERG, ANDREW VINCENTGunner's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PanayDate of Action: July 16, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Andrew Vincent Stoltenberg, Gunner's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battle at Katbalogan, Samar, Philippine Islands, 16 July 1900, while serving on the U.S.S. Panay. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 1/25/1866 at Bodo, NorwayHome Town: San Francisco, California

THORDSEN, WILLIAM GEORGECoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: May 06, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William George Thordsen, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for heroism and gallantry under fire of the enemy at Hilongas, Philippine Islands, 6 May 1900. General Order No. 6, August 15, 1900

Born: 4/2/1879 at Fredericstadt, GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

SamoaFISHER, FREDERICK THOMASGunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PhiladelphiaDate of Action: April 01, 1899Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frederick Thomas Fisher, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Philadelphia, Samoa, Philippine Islands, 1 April 1899. Serving in the presence of the enemy on this date, Gunner's Mate First Class Fisher distinguished himself by his conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 6/3/1872 at EnglandHome Town: California

China (Boxer Rebellion)

ALLEN, EDWARD G.Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward G. Allen, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. Boatswain's Mate Allen distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 12/4/1859 at Amsterdam, HollandHome Town: New York, New York

CHATHAM, JOHN PURNESSGunner's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Purness Chatham, Gunner's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied Forces in China, 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Gunner's Mate Second Chatham distinguished himself by his conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 7/2/1872 at Warchester, MarylandHome Town: Warchester, Maryland

CLANCY, JOSEPHChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Clancy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Chief Boatswain's Mate Clancy distinguished himself by his conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 9/29/1863 at New York, New York

HAMBERGER, WILLIAM FRANCISChief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Francis Hamberger, Chief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces on 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. Chief Carpenter's Mate Hamberger distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 1/5/1871 at Newark, New JerseyHome Town: Newark, New Jersey

HANFORD, BURKEMachinist First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Burke Hanford, Machinist First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China on 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. In the presence of the enemy during this period, Machinist First Class Hanford distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 12/17/1872 at Toledo, OhioHome Town: Toledo, Ohio

HANSEN, HANS ANTONSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hans Anton Hansen, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China on 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. In the presence of the enemy during this period, Seaman Hansen distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 4/16/1872 at GermanyHome Town: California

Medal of Honor Recipients China (Boxer Rebellion) HOLYOKE, WILLIAM EDWARDBoatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Edward Holyoke, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Boatswain's Mate First Class Holyoke distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 3/13/1868 at Groveton, New HampshireHome Town: Groveton, Illinois

KILLACKEY, JOSEPHLandsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Killackey, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Landsman Killackey distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 1/21/1879 at County Cork, IrelandHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

MCALLISTER, SAMUELOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 20, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel McAllister, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action against the enemy at Tientsin, China, 20 June 1900, while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark. Crossing the river in a small boat while under heavy enemy fire, Ordinary Seaman McAllister assisted in destroying buildings occupied by the enemy. General Order No. 84, March 22, 1902

Born: 1/23/1869 at Belfast, IrelandHome Town: California

MCCLOY, JOHN(First Award)Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John McCloy, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and

in the presence of the enemy, Coxswain McCloy distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 1/3/1876 at Brewster, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

Other Award: 2nd Medal of Honor (Vera Cruz), Navy Cross (WWI)

MITCHELL, JOSEPH ANDREWGunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: July 12, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Andrew Mitchell, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action in the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 12 July 1900, while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark. Gunner's Mate First Class Mitchell distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901


PETERSEN, CARL EMILChief Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 28 - August 17, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Carl Emil Petersen, Chief Machinist, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action in the presence of the enemy during the action at Peking, China, 28 June to 17 August 1900, while serving with a detachment from the U.S.S. Newark. During this period Chief Machinist Petersen distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 8/24/1875 at Hamburg, GermanyHome Town: Woodbridge, New Jersey

ROSE, GEORGE HARRYSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Harry Rose, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action in the presence of the enemy during the battles at Peking, China, 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period, Seaman Rose distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. While stationed as a crewmember of the U.S.S. Newark, he was part of its landing force that went ashore off Taku, China. on 31 May 1900, he was in a party of six under John McCloy (MH) which took ammunition from the Newark to Tientsin. On 10 June 1900, he was one of a party that carried dispatches from LaFa to Yongstsum at night. On the 13th he was one of a few who fought off a large force of the enemy saving the Main baggage train from destruction. On the 20th and 21st he was engaged in heavy fighting against the Imperial Army being always in the first rank. On the 22d he showed gallantry in the capture of the Siku Arsenal. He volunteered to go to the nearby village which was occupied by the enemy to secure medical supplies urgently required.

Medal of Honor Recipients China (Boxer Rebellion) The party brought back the supplies carried by newly taken prisoners. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 2/28/1880 at Stamford, ConnecticutHome Town: Stamford, Connecticut

RYAN, FRANCIS THOMASCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Francis Thomas Ryan, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Coxswain Ryan distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 4/6/1862 at MassachusettsHome Town: Massachusetts

SEACH, WILLIAMOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Seach, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900, while serving with a detachment from the U.S.S. Newark. On June 13, Ordinary Seaman Seach and six others were cited for their courage in repulsing an attack by 300 Chinese Imperialist soldiers and Boxer militants with a bayonet charge, thus thwarting a planned massive attack on the entire force. On June 20, during a day-long battle, Seach ran across an open clearing, gained cover, and cleaned out nests of Chinese snipers. On June 21, during a surprise saber attack by Chinese cavalrymen, Seach was cited for defending gun emplacements. On June 22, Seach and others breached the wall of a Chinese fort, fought their way to the enemy's guns, and turned the cannon upon the defenders of the fort. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Ordinary Seaman Seach distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 5/23/1877 at London, EnglandHome Town: Massachusetts

When William Seach died on October 8, 1978, he was 101 years old and one of only three pre-World War I recipients still living. At the time of his death he was the oldest living recipient of the Medal of Honor, and remains the longest-living of all recipients.

SMITH, FRANK ELMERU.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank Elmer Smith, , U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied Forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Smith distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 8/22/1864 at Boston, MassachusettsHome Town: Virginia

SMITH, JAMES A.Landsman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James A. Smith, Landsman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China during the battles of 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. Throughout this period and in the presence of the enemy, Landsman Smith distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901


STANLEY, ROBERT HENRYHospital Apprentice, U.S. NavyCorpsman, U.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: July 12, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Henry Stanley, Hospital Apprentice, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in volunteering and carrying messages under fire at Peking, China, 12 July 1900, while serving with a detachment from the U.S.S. Newark. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 5/2/1881 at Brooklyn, New YorkHome Town: Brooklyn, New York

THOMAS, KARLCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Karl Thomas, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Coxswain Thomas distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Medal of Honor Recipients China (Boxer Rebellion) Born: 3/17/1871 at GermanyHome Town: New York, New York

TORGERSON, MARTIN TORINUSGunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Martin Torinus Torgerson, Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied Forces in China, 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Gunner's Mate Third Class Torgerson distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 11/7/1875 at Oleesen, NorwayHome Town: Virginia

WESTERMARK, AXELSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 28 - August 17, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Axel Westermark, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action in the presence of the enemy during the battle of Peking, China, 28 June to 17 August 1900, while serving with a detachment from the U.S.S. Newark. Throughout this period, Seaman Westermark distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 4/8/1875 at Bergo, FinlandHome Town: San Francisco, California

WILLIAMS, JAY P.Coxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. NewarkDate of Action: June 13 & 20 - 22, 1900Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jay P. Williams, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving with the detachment from the U.S.S. Newark, fighting with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21 and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Coxswain Williams distinguished himself by meritorious conduct. General Order No. 55, July 19, 1901

Born: 9/23/1872 at Orland, IndianaHome Town: Norwalk, Ohio

Interim (1899-1910)

BEHNE, FREDERICKFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: January 25, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frederick Behne, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Iowa, 25 January 1905. Following the blowing out of the manhole plate of Boiler D of that vessel, Fireman First Class Behne displayed extraordinary heroism in the resulting action. General Order No. 182, March 20, 1905

Born: 10/3/1873 at Lodi, New JerseyHome Town: Lodi, New Jersey

BEHNKE, HEINRICHSeaman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: January 25, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Heinrich Behnke, Seaman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving aboard the U.S.S. Iowa. Seaman First Class Behnke displayed extraordinary heroism at the time of the blowing out of the manhole plate of boiler D on board that vessel, 25 January 1905. General Order No. 182, March 20, 1905

Born: 4/10/1882 at GermanyHome Town: Washington, D.C.

BJORKMAN, ERNEST H.Ordinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LeydenDate of Action: January 21, 1903Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Ernest H. Bjorkman, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden at Block Island, Rhode Island, 21 January 1903. Ordinary Seaman Bjorkman displayed heroism at the time of the wreck of that vessel. General Order No. 145, December 26, 1903

Born: 4/25/1881 at Malmo, SwedenHome Town: New York, New York

BOERS, EDWARD WILLIAMSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward William Boers, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for gallant and heroic service on board

the U.S.S. Bennington, 21 July 1905. Following the explosion of a boiler of that vessel, Seaman Boers displayed extraordinary heroism in the resulting action. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 3/10/1884 at Cincinnati, OhioHome Town: Kentucky

BONNEY, ROBERT EARLChief Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HopkinsDate of Action: February 14, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Earl Bonney, Chief Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Hopkins. Chief Watertender Bonney displayed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of the accident to one of the boilers of that vessel, 14 February 1910.

Born: 11/23/1882 at Maryville, TennesseeHome Town: Nashville, Tennessee

BREEMAN, GEORGESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: April 13, 1906Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Breeman, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge at the time of the accidental ignition of powder charges in the forward 13-inch turret, 13 April 1906. General Order No. 21, May 5, 1906

Born: 9/15/1880 at Passaic, New JerseyHome Town: Passaic, New Jersey

BRESNAHAN, PATRICK FRANCISWatertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: January 25, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Francis Bresnahan, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge at the time of the accidental ignition of powder charges in the forward 13-inch turret 13 April 1906. General Order No. 182, March 20, 1905

Born: 5/1/1872 at Peabody, MassachusettsHome Town: Vermont

Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1899-1910) BROCK, GEORGE F.Carpenter's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George F. Brock, Carpenter's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 10/18/1872 at Cleveland, OhioHome Town: California

CAHEY, THOMASSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PetrelDate of Action: March 31, 1901Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Cahey, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Petrel in fearlessly exposing his own life to danger in saving others on the occasion of the fire on board that vessel, 31 March 1901. General Order No. 59, March 23, 1910

Born: 4/13/1870 at Belfast, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

CLARY, EDWARD ALVINWatertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HopkinsDate of Action: February 14, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Alvin Clary, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on board the U.S.S. Hopkins on the occasion of the accident to one of the boilers of that vessel, 14 February 1910. General Order No. 59, March 23, 1910

Born: 5/6/1883 at Foxport, KentuckyHome Town: Foxport, Kentucky

CLAUSEY, JOHN JOSEPHChief Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Joseph Clausey, Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 5/16/1875 at San Francisco, CaliforniaHome Town: San Francisco, California

CORAHORGI, DEMETRIFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: January 25, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Demetri Corahorgi, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession at the time of the blowing out of the manhole plate of boiler D on board the U.S.S. Iowa, 25 January 1905. General Order No. 182, March 20, 1905

Born: 1/3/1880 at Trieste, AustriaHome Town: New York, New York

COX, ROBERT EDWARDChief Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MissouriDate of Action: April 13, 1904Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Edward Cox, Chief Gunner, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on the U.S.S. Missouri 13 April, 1904. While at target practice off Pensacola, Florida., an accident occurred in the after turret of the Missouri whereby the lives of five officers and 28 men were lost. The ship was in imminent danger of destruction by explosion, and the prompt action of Chief Gunner Cox and two Gunner's Mates caused the fire to be brought under control, and the loss of the Missouri, together with her crew, was averted. General Order No. 43, April 14, 1921

Born: 12/22/1876 at St. Albans, West VirginiaHome Town: St. Albans, West Virginia

CRONAN, WILLIAM S.Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William S. Cronan, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 10/18/1883 at Chicago, IllinoisHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

DAVIS, RAYMOND ERWINQuartermaster Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Raymond Erwin Davis, Quartermaster Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 9/19/1885 at Mankato, MinnesotaHome Town: Puget Sound, Washington

Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1899-1910) FADDEN, HARRY DELMARCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. AdamsDate of Action: June 30, 1903Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Harry Delmar Fadden, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for gallantry on board the U.S.S. Adams, rescuing O. C. Hawthorne, Landsman for training, from drowning at sea off the coast of California, 30 June 1903. General Order No. 138, July 31, 1903

Born: 9/17/1882 at The Dalles, OregonHome Town: Seattle, Washington

FLOYD, EDWARDBoilermaker, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: January 25, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Floyd, Boilermaker, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Iowa, at the time of the blowing out of the manhole plate of Boiler D on board that vessel, 25 January 1905. General Order No. 182, March 20, 1905

Born: 2/21/1850 at IrelandHome Town: Charleston, South Carolina

FREDERICKSEN, EMILWatertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Emil Fredericksen, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

GIRANDY, ALPHONSESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PetrelDate of Action: March 31, 1901Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alphonse Girandy, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Petrel, fearlessly exposing his own life to danger for the saving of others, on the occasion of the fire on board that vessel, 31 March 1901. General Order No. 85, March 22, 1902

Born: 1/21/1868 at Guadaloupe, West IndiesHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

GOWAN, WILLIAM HENRYBoatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyDate of Action: January 20, 1909Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Henry Gowan, Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for bravery and extraordinary heroism displayed by him during a conflagration in Coquimbo, Chile, 20 January 1909. General Order No. 18, March 19, 1909

Born: 6/2/1884 at Rye, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

GRBITCH, RADESeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Rade Grbitch, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 12/24/1870 at Austria, AustriaHome Town: New York, New York

HALLING, LUOVIBoatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MissouriDate of Action: September 15, 1904Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Luovi Halling, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for heroism while serving on board the U.S.S. Missouri, in attempting to rescue from drowning Cecil C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, 15 September 1904, near Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts. General Order No. 172, October 4, 1904

Born: 8/7/1867 at Stockholm, SwedenHome Town: New York, New York

HILL, FRANK EBENEZERShip's Cook First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank Ebenezer Hill, Ship's Cook First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 7/31/1880 at La Grange, IndianaHome Town: LaGrange, Indiana

Frank Hill served in the U.S. Army as a First Lieutenant during World War I.

HOLTZ, AUGUSTChief Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. North DakotaDate of Action: September 08, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to August Holtz, Chief Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S.

Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1899-1910) North Dakota, during the fire on board that vessel, 8 September 1910. General Order No. 83, October 4, 1910

Born: 2/12/1871 at St. Louis, MissouriHome Town: St. Louis, Missouri

JOHANNESSEN, JOHANNES J.Chief Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. IowaDate of Action: January 25, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Johannes J. Johannessen, Chief Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Iowa, at the time of the blowing out of the manhole plate of Boiler D on board that vessel, 25 January 1905. General Order No. 182, March 20, 1905

Born: 5/13/1872 at Bodo, NorwayHome Town: Yokohama, Japan

KING, JOHN(First Award)Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. VicksburgDate of Action: May 29, 1901Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John King, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Vicksburg, at the time of the accident to the boilers, 29 May 1901. General Order No. 72, December 6, 1901(Second Award)Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. SalemDate of Action: September 13, 1909Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John King, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving as Watertender on board the U.S.S. Salem, on the occasion of the accident to one of the boilers of that vessel, 13 September 1909. General Order No. 40, October 19, 1909

Born: 2/7/1862 at County Mayo, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York


KLEIN, ROBERTChief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RaleighDate of Action: January 25, 1904Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Klein, Chief Carpenter's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Raleigh at Olongapo, Philippine Islands, for heroism in rescuing shipmates overcome in double bottoms by fumes of turpentine, 25 January 1904. General Order No. 173, October 6, 1904

Born: 11/11/1848 at Gerdonen, GermanyHome Town: Marseille, France

LIPSCOMB, HARRYWatertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. North DakotaDate of Action: September 08, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Harry Lipscomb, Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. North Dakota, during the fire on board that vessel, 8 September 1910. General Order No. 83, October 4, 1910


MONSSEN, MONSChief Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MissouriDate of Action: April 13, 1904Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Mons Monssen, Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Missouri near Pensacola, Florida, for entering a burning magazine through the scuttle and endeavoring to extinguish the fire by throwing water with his hands until a hose was passed to him, 13 April 1904. General Order No. 160, May 26, 1904

Born: 1/20/1867 at Bergen, Norway

MULLIN, HUGH PATRICKSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TexasDate of Action: November 11, 1899Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hugh Patrick Mullin, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving as boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Don, near Hampton Roads, Virginia, 1 May 1865. Engaged in picking up the crew of picket launch No. 6, which had swamped, Seaman Mullen, seeing an officer who was at that time no longer able to keep up and was below the surface of the water, jumped overboard and brought the officer to the boat, thereby rescuing him from drowning, which brave action entitled him to wear a bar on the medal he had already received at Mattox Creek, 17 March 1865. General Order No. 537, January 8, 1900

Born: 3/20/1878 at Richmond, IllinoisHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

NELSON, OSCAR FREDERICKMachinist's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Oscar Frederick Nelson, Machinist's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington,

Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1899-1910) displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 11/5/1881 at Minneapolis, MinnesotaHome Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota

NORDSTROM, ISADOR A.Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. KearsargeDate of Action: April 13, 1906Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Isador A. Nordstrom, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant conduct upon the occasion of the disastrous fire of accidentally ignited powder charges, which occurred in the forward turret of the U.S.S. Kearsarge during target practice on 13 April 1906. Chief Boatswain Nordstrom, then chief boatswain's mate, was among the first to enter the turret in order to assist in bringing out the injured. General Order No. 142, December 4, 1924

Born: 5/24/1876 at Goteborg, SwedenHome Town: New York, New York

PETERS, ALEXANDERBoatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MissouriDate of Action: September 15, 1904Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Peters, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for heroism at sea near Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts, in attempting to rescue from drowning Cecil C. Young, Ordinary Seaman, 15 September 1904, while serving on board the U.S.S. Missouri. General Order No. 172, October 4, 1904

Born: 11/16/1869 at RussiaHome Town: Pennsylvania

QUICK, JOSEPHCoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. YorktownDate of Action: April 27, 1902Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Quick, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for heroism in rescuing Walenty Wisnieroski, Machinist Second Class, from drowning at Yokohama, Japan, 27 April 1902, while serving on board the U.S.S. Yorktown. General Order No. 93, July 7, 1902


REID, PATRICKChief Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. North DakotaDate of Action: September 08, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Reid, Chief Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on board the U.S.S. North Dakota where Chief Watertender Reid was serving, 8 September 1910. General Order No. 83, October 4, 1910


ROBERTS, CHARLES CHURCHMachinist's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. North DakotaDate of Action: September 08, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Church Roberts, Machinist's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. North Dakota; during the fire on board that vessel, 8 September 1910. General Order No. 83, October 4, 1910

Born: 3/6/1882 at Newton, MassachusettsHome Town: Newton, Illinois

SCHEPKE, CHARLES STEPHENGunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MissouriDate of Action: April 13, 1904Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Stephen Schepke, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while serving on the U.S.S. Missouri, at sea near Pensacola, Florida, in remaining by a burning magazine and assisting to extinguish the fire, 13 April 1904. General Order No. 160, May 26, 1904


SCHMIDT, OTTO DILLERSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Otto Diller Schmidt, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 8/10/1883 at Blair, NebraskaHome Town: Blair, Nebraska

SHACKLETTE, WILLIAM SIDNEYHospital Steward, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BenningtonDate of Action: July 21, 1905Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Sidney Shacklette, Hospital Steward, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on board the U.S.S. Bennington, displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, California, 21 July 1905. General Order No. 13, January 5, 1906

Born: 5/18/1880 at Delaplane, VirginiaHome Town: Delaplane, Virginia

Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1899-1910) SHANAHAN, PATRICKChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S. Training Ship AllianceDate of Action: May 28, 1899Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick Shanahan, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Alliance, at Annapolis, Maryland, 28 May 1899. Displaying heroism, Chief Boatswain's Mate Shanahan rescued William Steven, Quartermaster First Class, from drowning. General Order No. 534, November 29, 1899

Born: 11/6/1867 at Shanat Castle, IrelandHome Town: New York, New York

SNYDER, WILLIAM ELLSWORTHChief Electrician, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BirminghamDate of Action: January 04, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Ellsworth Snyder, Chief Electrician, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Birmingham, for extraordinary heroism, rescuing G.H. Kephart, Seaman, from drowning at Hampton Roads, Virginia, 4 January 1910. General Order No. 58, March 2, 1910

Born: 2/24/1883 at South Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaHome Town: South Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

STANTON, THOMASChief Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S.S. North DakotaDate of Action: September 08, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Stanton, Chief Machinist, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on board the U.S.S. North Dakota, 8 September 1910. General Order No. 83, September 8, 1910


STOKES, JOHN S.Chief Master At Arms, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New YorkDate of Action: March 31, 1899Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John S. Stokes, Chief Master At Arms, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. New York off the coast of Jamaica, 31 March 1899. Showing gallant conduct, Chief Master at Arms Stokes jumped overboard and assisted in the rescue of Peter Mahoney, Watertender, U.S. Navy. General Order No. 525, July 29, 1899


STUPKA, LADDIEFireman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LeydenDate of Action: January 21, 1903Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Laddie Stupka, Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden, at the time of the wreck of that vessel, 21 January 1903, near Block Island, Rhode Island. General Order No. 145, December 26, 1903

Born: 3/4/1878 at Cleveland, OhioHome Town: Cleveland, Ohio

TEYTAND, AUGUST P.Quartermaster Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LeydenDate of Action: January 21, 1903Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to August P. Teytand, Quartermaster Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden, at the time of the wreck of that vessel, 21 January 1903, near Block Island, Rhode Island. General Order No. 145, December 26, 1903

Born: 4/6/1878 at Santa Cruz, West IndiesHome Town: New Jersey

WALSH, MICHAELChief Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S.S. LeydenDate of Action: January 21, 1903Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Walsh, Chief Machinist, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden, at the time of the wreck of that vessel, 21 January 1903, near Block Island, Rhode Island. General Order No. 145, December 26, 1903

Born: 7/27/1858 at Newport, Rhode IslandHome Town: Newport, Rhode Island

WESTA, KARLChief Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S.S. North DakotaDate of Action: September 08, 1910Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Karl Westa, Chief Machinist, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. North Dakota, during the fire on board that vessel, 8 September 1910. General Order No. 83, October 4, 1910

Born: 4/8/1875 at NorwayHome Town: New York, New York

Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1899-1910) WHEELER, GEORGE HUBERShipfitter First Class, U.S. NavyDate of Action: January 20, 1909Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Huber Wheeler, Shipfitter First Class, U.S. Navy, for bravery and extraordinary heroism displayed by him during a conflagration in Coquimbo, Chile, 20 January 1909. General Order No. 18, March 19, 1909

Born: 9/26/1881 at Charleston, South CarolinaHome Town: Washington, D.C.

Philippines (1911)CATHERWOOD, JOHN HUGHOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: September 24, 1911Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Hugh Catherwood, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the U.S.S. Pampanga. Ordinary Seaman Catherwood was one of a shore party moving in to capture Mundang, on the island of Basilan, Philippine Islands, on the morning of 24 September 1911. Advancing with the scout party to reconnoiter a group of nipa huts close to the trail, Catherwood unhesitatingly entered the open area before the huts, where his party was suddenly taken under point-blank fire and charged by approximately twenty enemy Moros coming out from inside the native huts and from other concealed positions. Struck down almost instantly by the outlaws' deadly fire, Catherwood, although unable to rise, rallied to the defense of his leader and fought desperately to beat off the hostile attack. By his valiant effort under fire and in the face of great odds, Ordinary Seaman Catherwood contributed materially toward the destruction and rout of the enemy. General Order No. 138, December 13, 1911

Born: 8/7/1888 at Springfield, IllinoisHome Town: Springfield, Illinois

HARRISON, BOLDEN REUSHSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: September 24, 1911Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Bolden Reush Harrison, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the U.S.S. Pampanga. Seaman Harrison was one of a shore party moving in to capture Mundang, on the island of Basilan, Philippine Islands, on 24 September 1911. Harrison instantly responded to the calls for help when the advance scout party investigating a group of nipa huts close to the trail, was suddenly taken under point-blank fire and rushed by approximately twenty enemy Moros attacking from inside the huts and from other concealed positions. Armed with a double-barreled shotgun, he concentrated his blasting fire on the outlaws, destroying three of the Moros and assisting in the rout of the remainder. By his aggressive charging of the enemy under heavy fire and in the face of great odds, Seaman Harrison contributed materially to the success of the engagement. General Order No. 138, December 13, 1911

Born: 4/26/1886 at Savannah, TennesseeHome Town: Savannah, Tennessee

HENRECHON, GEORGE FRANCISMachinist's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: September 24, 1911Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Francis Henrechon, Machinist's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the U.S.S. Pampanga. Machinist's Mate Second Class Henrechon was one of a shore party moving in to capture Mundang, Philippine Islands, on 24 September 1911. Ordered to take station within 100 yards of a group of nipa huts close to the trail, Henrechon advanced and stood guard as the leader and his scout party first searched the surrounding deep grasses, then moved into the open area before the huts. Instantly enemy Moros opened point-blank fire on the exposed men and approximately twenty Moros rushed the small group from inside the huts and from other concealed positions. Henrechon, responding to the calls for help, was one of the first on the scene. When his rifle jammed after the first shot, he closed in with rifle, using it as a club to break the stock over the head of the nearest Moro and then, drawing his pistol, started in pursuit of the fleeing outlaws. Machinist's Mate Second Class Henrechon's aggressive charging of the enemy under heavy fire and in the face of great odds contributed materially to the success of the engagement. General Order No. 138, December 13, 1911

Born: 11/22/1885 at Hartford, Connecticut

Home Town: California

MCGUIRE, FRED HENRYHospital Apprentice, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: September 24, 1911Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Fred Henry McGuire, Hospital Apprentice, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the U.S.S. Pampanga. Hospital Apprentice McGuire was one of a shore party moving in to capture Mundang, on the Island of Basilan, Philippine Islands, on the morning of 24 September 1911. Ordered to take station within 100 yards of a group of nipa huts close to the trail, McGuire advanced and stood guard as the leader and his scout party first searched the surrounding deep grasses, then moved into the open area before the huts. Instantly enemy Moros opened point-blank fire on the exposed men and approximately twenty Moros charged the small group from inside the huts and from other concealed positions. McGuire, responding to the calls for help, was one of the first on the scene. After emptying his rifle into the attackers, he closed in with rifle, using it as a club to wage fierce battle until his comrades arrived on the

Medal of Honor Recipients Philippines (1911) field, when he rallied to the aid of his dying leader and other wounded. Although himself wounded, Hospital Apprentice McGuire ministered tirelessly and efficiently to those who had been struck down, thereby saving the lives of two who otherwise might have succumbed to enemy-inflicted wounds. General Order No. 138, December 13, 1911

Born: 11/7/1890 at Gordonville, MissouriHome Town: Gordonville, Missouri

VOLZ, JACOBCarpenter's Mate Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PampangaDate of Action: September 24, 1911Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jacob Volz, Carpenter's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to the U.S.S. Pampanga. Carpenter's Mate Third Class Volz was one of a shore party moving in to capture Mundang, on the island of Basilan, Philippine Islands, on 24 September 1911. Investigating a group of nipa huts close to the trail, the advance scout party was suddenly taken under point-blank fire and rushed by approximately twenty enemy Moros attacking from inside the huts and other concealed positions. Volz responded instantly to calls for help and, finding all members of the scout party writhing on the ground but still fighting, he blazed his rifle into the outlaws with telling effect, destroying several of the Moros and assisting in the rout of the remainder. By his aggressive charging of the enemy under heavy fire and in the face of great odds, Carpenter's Mate Third Class Volz contributed materially to the success of the engagement. General Order No. 138, December 13, 1911

Born: 6/23/1889 at Sutton, NebraskaHome Town: Sutton, Nebraska

Vera Cruz (Mexico)

ANDERSON, EDWIN ALEXANDERCaptain, U.S. Navy2d Seaman Regiment (Bluejackets),Date of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edwin Alexander Anderson, Captain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in battle, during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914, in command of the 2d Seaman Regiment. Marching his regiment across the open space in front of the Naval Academy and other buildings, Captain Anderson unexpectedly met a heavy fire from riflemen, machineguns and one-pounders, which caused part of his command to break and fall back, many casualties occurring amongst them at the time. His indifference to the heavy fire, to which he himself was exposed at the head of his regiment, showed him to be fearless and courageous in battle. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 7/16/1860 at Wilmington, North CarolinaHome Town: Wilmington, North Carolina

Edwin Anderson graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1882.

BADGER, OSCAR CHARLESEnsign, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Oscar Charles Badger, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Ensign Badger was in both days' fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915


Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Oscar Badger graduated from the US Naval Academy at

Annapolis, Class of 1911.

BEASLEY, HARRY C.Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Harry C. Beasley, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914

Born: 11/1/1889 at OhioHome Town: Newark, Ohio

BISHOP, CHARLES FRANCISQuartermaster Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Francis Bishop, Quartermaster Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914

Born: 8/2/1888 at Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

BRADLEY, GEORGEChief Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. UtahDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Bradley, Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for meritorious service under fire on the occasion of the landing of the American naval forces at Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. Chief Gunner's Mate Bradley was then attached to the U.S.S. Utah, and was in charge of the ammunition party and special details at Vera Cruz. General Order No. 117, September 13, 1923

Born: 12/5/1881 at New York, New YorkHome Town: Rhode Island

BUCHANAN, ALLENLieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy1st Seaman Regiment (Bluejackets),Date of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Allen Buchanan, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. In command of the 1st Seaman Regiment, Lieutenant Commander Buchanan was in both days' fighting and almost continually under fire from soon after landing, about noon of the 21st, until we were in possession of the city, about noon of the 22d. His duties required him to be at points of great danger in directing his officers and men, and he exhibited conspicuous courage, coolness, and skill in his conduct of the fighting. Upon his courage and skill depended, in great measure, success or Failure. His responsibilities were great, and he met them in a manner worthy of commendation. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 12/22/1876 at Evansville, IndianaHome Town: Evansville, Indiana

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Allen Buchanan graduated from the US Naval Academy at


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1919-1942) CASTLE, GUY WILKINSON STUARTLieutenant, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Guy Wilkinson Stuart Castle, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion, Lieutenant Castle was in the fighting of both days, and exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through action. In seizing the customhouse, he encountered for many hours the heaviest and most pernicious concealed fire of the entire day, but his courage and coolness under trying conditions were marked. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Home Town: WisconsinGuy Castle attended the US Naval Academy at Annapolis.

COURTS, GEORGE MCCALLLieutenant (j.g.), U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George McCall Courts, Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Under fire, Lieutenant (j.g.) Courts was eminent and conspicuous in the performance of his duties. He had well qualified himself by thorough study during his years of duty in Mexico to deal with the conditions of this engagement, and his services were of great value. He twice volunteered and passed in an open boat through the zone of fire to convey important orders to the U.S.S. Chester, then under a severe fire. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915


George Courts graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1910.

CREGAN, GEORGECoxswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Cregan, Coxswain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on board the U.S.S. Florida, during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. Coxswain Cregan was ashore when he volunteered for an assault detail under Ensign George Maus Lowry on the Vera Cruz Customhouse under enemy fire both in the alley between the customhouse and warehouse and the assault over objective's walls. During the move up the alley, he tended a wounded comrade, J. F. Schumaker, holding a compress with one hand and firing with the other. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914


Other Award: Navy Cross (S-4 Salvage, 1927)

DECKER, PERCY A.Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Percy A. Decker, Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914


DESOMER, ABRAHAMLieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. UtahDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Abraham Desomer, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on board the U.S.S. Utah, during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914.

Born: 12/29/1884 at Milwaukee, WisconsinHome Town: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

DRUSTRUP, NIELSLieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. UtahDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Niels Drustrup, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for meritorious service under fire on the occasion of landing of the naval forces at Vera Cruz, Mexico, on 21 April 1914. For several hours Lieutenant Drustrup was in charge of an advanced barricade under a heavy fire, and not only displayed utmost ability as a leader of men but also exerted a great steadying influence on the men around him. Lieutenant Drustrup was then attached to the U.S.S. Utah as a Chief Turret Captain. General Order No. 131, July 17, 1924

Born: 10/17/1876 at DenmarkHome Town: Pennsylvania

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)

ELLIOTT, MIDDLETON STUARTSurgeon, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Middleton Stuart Elliott, Surgeon, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Surgeon Elliott was eminent and conspicuous in the efficient establishment and operation of the Base Hospital, and in his cool judgment and courage in supervising first aid stations on the firing line and removing the wounded. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 10/16/1872 at Beauford, South CarolinaHome Town: Beaufort, South Carolina

FLETCHER, FRANK FRIDAYRear Admiral, U.S. NavyCommander, U.S. Naval Forces (Gulf of Mexico)Date of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank Friday Fletcher, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Under fire, Lieutenant Fletcher was eminent and conspicuous in performance of his duties. He was in charge of the Esperanze and succeeded in getting on board over 350 refugees, many of them after the conflict had commenced. Although the ship was under fire, being struck more than 30 times, he succeeded in getting all the refugees placed in safety. Lieutenant Fletcher was later placed in charge of the train conveying refugees under a flag of truce. This was hazardous duty, as it was believed that the track was mined, and a small error in dealing with the Mexican guard of soldiers might readily have caused a conflict, such a conflict at one time being narrowly averted. It was greatly due to his efforts in establishing friendly relations with the Mexican soldiers that so many refugees succeeded in reaching Vera Cruz from the interior. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 11/23/1855 at Oskaloosa, IowaHome Town: Mahaska County, Iowa

Frank Fletcher graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1875. He was the uncle of Frank J. Fletcher who also earned the Medal of Honor at Vera Cruz.

FLETCHER, FRANK JACKLieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank Jack Fletcher, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle embarked from the U.S.S. Florida, during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Under fire, Lieutenant Fletcher was eminent and conspicuous in performance of his duties. He was in charge of the Esperanze and succeeded in getting on board over 350 refugees, many of them after the conflict had commenced. Although the ship was under fire, being struck more than 30 times, he succeeded in getting all the refugees placed in safety. Lieutenant Fletcher was later placed in charge of the train conveying refugees under a flag of truce. This was hazardous duty, as it was believed that the track was mined, and a small error in dealing with the Mexican guard of soldiers might readily have caused a conflict, such a conflict at one time being narrowly averted. It was greatly due to his efforts in establishing friendly relations with the Mexican soldiers that so many refugees succeeded in reaching Vera Cruz from the interior. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 4/29/1885 at Marshalltown, IowaHome Town: Marshalltown, Iowa


After graduating from Marshalltown High School in 1902, Fletcher graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1906. He was the nephew of Vera Cruz commander and MOH recipient Frank F. Fletcher. During World War I he received the Navy Cross as commander of the USS Benham. He graduated from the Naval War College in 1930 and the US War College in 1931. In World War II he was second in command to Vice Admiral Halsey in the Marshall and Gilbert Island raids of 1942. Retiring as an admiral, he achieved the highest rank of any MOH recipient from the State of Iowa.

FOSTER, PAUL FREDERICKEnsign, U.S. NavyU.S.S. UtahDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Paul Frederick Foster, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle embarked from the U.S.S. Utah during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. In both days' fighting at the head of his company, Ensign Foster was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 3/25/1889 at Wichita, KansasHome Town: Wichita, Kansas

Other Award: Navy Cross (Trenton Disaster, 1924)Paul Foster graduated from the US Naval Academy at


FRAZER, HUGH CARROLLEnsign, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Hugh Carroll Frazer, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. During this engagement, Ensign Frazer ran forward to rescue a wounded man, exposing himself to hostile fire and that of his own men. Having accomplished the mission, he returned at once to his position in line. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 2/22/1891 at Martinsburg, West VirginiaHome Town: Martinsburg, West Virginia

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Hugh Frazer graduated from the US Naval Academy at


GISBURNE, EDWARD ALLENElectrician Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Allen Gisburne, Electrician Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914

Born: 6/14/1892 at Providence, Rhode IslandHome Town: Milton, Massachusetts

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Mexico (Vera Cruz) GRADY, JOHNLieutenant, U.S. Navy2d Regiment (Artillery),Date of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Grady, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. During the second day's fighting, the service performed by Lieutenant Grady, in command of the 2d Regiment, Artillery, was eminent and conspicuous. From necessarily exposed positions, he shelled the enemy from the strongest position. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 12/25/1872 at New Brunswick, CanadaHome Town: Massachusetts


HARNER, JOSEPH GABRIELBoatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Gabriel Harner, Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914

Born: 2/19/1889 at Louisville, OhioHome Town: Louisville, Ohio

HARRISON, WILLIAM KELLYCommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ChesterDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Kelly Harrison, Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle on board the U.S.S. Chester during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. During this period, Commander Harrison brought his ship into the inner harbor during the nights of the 21st and 22d without the assistance of a pilot or navigational lights, and was in a position on the morning of the 22d to use his guns with telling effect at a critical time. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 7/30/1870 at Waco, TexasHome Town: Waco, Texas

William Harrison graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1889.

HARTIGAN, CHARLES CONWAYLieutenant, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Conway Hartigan, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. During the second day's fighting the service performed by him was eminent and conspicuous. He was conspicuous for the skillful handling of his company under

heavy rifle and machinegun fire, for which conduct he was commended by his battalion commander. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 9/13/1882 at Middletown, New YorkHome Town: Norwich, New York

Charles Hartigan graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1906.

HUSE, HENRY MCLAREN PINCKNEYCaptain, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry McLaren Pinckney Huse, Captain, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Under fire, Captain Huse was eminent and conspicuous in the performance of his duties; was indefatigable in his labors of a most important character, both with the division commander in directing affairs and in his efforts on shore to get in communication with the Mexican authorities to avoid needlessly prolonging the conflict. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 12/8/1858 at USMA, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

Henry Huse graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1878.

INGRAM, JONAS HOWARDLieutenant (j.g.), U.S. NavyArkansas Battalion,Date of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jonas Howard Ingram, Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. During the second day's fighting the service performed by Lieutenant (j.g.) Ingram was eminent and conspicuous. He was conspicuous for skillful and efficient handling of the artillery and machineguns of the Arkansas Battalion, for which he was specially commended in reports. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 10/15/1887 at Jeffersonville, IndianaHome Town: Jeffersonville, Indiana

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Jonas Ingram graduated from the US Naval Academy at


JARRETT, BERRIE HENRYSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Berrie Henry Jarrett, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 116, August 19, 1914


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Mexico (Vera Cruz) JOHNSTON, RUFUS ZENASLieutenant Commander, U.S. NavyRegimental Adjutant,Date of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Rufus Zenas Johnston, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. Lieutenant Commander Johnston was regimental adjutant, and eminent and conspicuous in his conduct. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 6/7/1874 at Lincolnton, North CarolinaHome Town: Lincolnton, North Carolina

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Rufus Johnston graduated from the US Naval Academy at


LANGHORNE, CARY DEVALLSurgeon, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Cary Devall Langhorne, Surgeon, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. Surgeon Langhorne carried a wounded man from the front of the Naval Academy while under heavy fire. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 5/14/1873 at Lynchburg, VirginiaHome Town: Lynchburg, Virginia

LANNON, JAMES PATRICKLieutenant, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Patrick Lannon, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. Lieutenant Lannon assisted a wounded man under heavy fire, and after returning to his battalion was himself desperately wounded. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 10/12/1878 at Alexandria, VirginiaHome Town: Alexandria, Virginia

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)James Lannon graduated from the US Naval Academy at


LOWRY, GEORGE MAUSEnsign, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Maus Lowry, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 & 22 April 1914. Ensign Lowry was in both days' fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 10/27/1889 at Erie, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Erie, Pennsylvania

George Lowry graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1911.

MCCLOY, JOHN(Second Award)Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John McCloy, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for heroism in leading three picket launches along Vera Cruz sea front, drawing Mexican fire and enabling cruisers to save our men on shore, 22 April 1914. Though wounded, Chief Boatswain's Mate McCloy gallantly remained at his post. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 1/3/1876 at Brewster, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

Other Award: Medal of Honor (Boxer Rebellion), NC (WWI)

MCDONNELL, EDWARD ORRICKEnsign, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Orrick McDonnell, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Posted on the roof of the Terminal Hotel and landing, Ensign McDonnell established a signal station there day and night, maintaining communication between troops and ships. At this exposed post he was continually under fire. One man was killed and three wounded at his side during the two days' fighting. He showed extraordinary heroism and striking courage and maintained his station in the highest degree of efficiency. All signals got through, largely due to his heroic devotion to duty. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915


Edward McDonnell graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1912.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Mexico (Vera Cruz) MCNAIR, FREDERICK VALLETTELieutenant, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frederick Vallette McNair, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lieutenant McNair was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 3/13/1882 at Maryland Frederick McNair graduated from the US Naval Academy

at Annapolis, Class of 1903.

MOFFETT, WILLIAM ADGERCommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. ChesterDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Adger Moffett, Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle on board the U.S.S. Chester during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Commander Moffett brought his ship into the inner harbor during the nights of the 21st and 22d without the assistance of a pilot or navigational lights, and was in a position on the morning of the 22d to use his guns at a critical time with telling effect. His skill in mooring his ship at night was especially noticeable. He placed her nearest to the enemy and did most of the firing and received most of the hits. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 10/31/1869 at Charleston, South CarolinaHome Town: Charleston, South Carolina

William Moffett graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1890. He became one of the U.S. Navy's leading figures in the development of air power, and was their "antidote" to the Army Air Force's William Billy Mitchell.

NICKERSON, HENRY NEHEMIAHBoatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. UtahDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Nehemiah Nickerson, Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for showed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on board the U.S.S. Utah, during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914.

Born: 12/2/1888 at Edgewood, West VirginiaHome Town: Edgewood, West Virginia

NORDSIEK, CHARLES LUERSOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Luers Nordsiek, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914


RUSH, WILLIAM REESCaptain, U.S. NavyCommander of the Naval Brigade,Date of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Rees Rush, Captain, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. In command of the naval brigade, Captain Rush was in both days' fighting and almost continually under fire from soon after landing, about noon on the 21st, until we were in possession of the city, about noon of the 22d. His duties required him to be at points of great danger in directing his officers and men, and he exhibited conspicuous courage, coolness and skill in his conduct of the fighting. Upon his courage and skill depended in great measure success or failure. His responsibilities were great, and he met them in a manner worthy of commendation. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915


Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)William Rush graduated from the US Naval Academy at


SCHNEPEL, FRED JURGENOrdinary Seaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Fred Jurgen Schnepel, Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Mexico (Vera Cruz) SEMPLE, ROBERTChief Gunner, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Semple, Chief Gunner, U.S. Navy, for meritorious service under fire on the occasion of the landing of the American naval forces at Vera Cruz, Mexico, on 21 April 1914. Chief Gunner Semple was then attached to the U.S.S. Florida as a Chief Turret Captain. General Order No. 120, January 10, 1924

Born: 8/18/1887 at Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

SINNETT, LAWRENCE CLINTONSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Lawrence Clinton Sinnett, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914

Born: 4/4/1888 at Burnt House, West VirginiaHome Town: Harrisville, West Virginia

STATON, ADOLPHUSLieutenant, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Adolphus Staton, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. Lieutenant Staton was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.

Born: 8/28/1879 at Tarboro, North CarolinaHome Town: Tarboro, North Carolina

Adolphus Staton graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1902.

STICKNEY, HERMAN OSMANCommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PrairieDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Herman Osman Stickney, Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Commander Stickney covered the landing of the 21st with the guns of the Prairie, and throughout the attack and occupation, rendered important assistance to our forces on shore with his 3-inch battery. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 12/10/1867 at Pepperell, MassachusettsHome Town: Pepperell, Massachusetts

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Herman Stickney graduated from the US Naval Academy


TOWNSEND, JULIUS CURTISLieutenant, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Julius Curtis Townsend, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagement of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 22 April 1914. Lieutenant Townsend was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city. General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 2/22/1881 at Athens, MissouriHome Town: Athens, Missouri

Other Award: Navy Cross (Nicaragua)Julius Townsend graduated from the US Naval Academy


WAINWRIGHT, RICHARDLieutenant, U.S. NavyDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Wainwright, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914. Lieutenant Wainwright was eminent and conspicuous in command of his battalion; was in the fighting of both days, and exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through action. In seizing the customhouse, he encountered for many hours the heaviest and most pernicious concealed fire of the entire day, but his courage and coolness under trying conditions were marked . General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915


Richard Wainwright graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1902.

WALSH, JAMES ALOYSIUSSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Aloysius Walsh, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 101, June 15, 1914


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Mexico (Vera Cruz) WILKINSON, THEODORE STARKEnsign, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21 - 22, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Theodore Stark Wilkinson, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in battle during the engagements of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 and 22 April 1914, on board the U.S.S. Florida. Ensign Wilkinson was in both days' fighting at the head of his company and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage . General Order No. 177, December 4, 1915

Born: 12/22/1888 at Annapolis, MarylandHome Town: Louisiana

Theodore Wilkinson graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1909.

ZUIDERVELD, WILLIAMHospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. FloridaDate of Action: April 21, 1914Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Zuiderveld, Hospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in in the line of his profession, on board the U.S.S. Florida, during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico, 21 April 1914. General Order No. 116, August 19, 1914

Born: 1/24/1888 at MichiganHome Town: Michigan

Interim (1911-1917)CARY, ROBERT WEBSTERLieutenant Commander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. San DiegoDate of Action: January 21, 1915Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Webster Cary, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of an explosion on board the U.S.S. San Diego, 21 January 1915. Lieutenant Commander Cary (then Ensign), U.S. Navy, an observer on duty in the firerooms of the U.S.S. San Diego, commenced to take the half-hourly readings of the steam pressure at every boiler. He had read the steam and air pressure on No. 2 boiler and was just stepping through the electric watertight door into No. 1 fireroom when the boilers in No. 2 fireroom exploded. Ensign Cary stopped and held open the doors which were being closed electrically from the bridge, and yelled to the men in No. 2 fireroom to escape through these doors, which three of them did. Ensign Cary's action undoubtedly saved the lives of these men. He held the doors probably a minute with the escaping steam from the ruptured boilers around him. His example of coolness did much to keep the men in No. 1 fireroom at their posts hauling fires, although five boilers in their immediate vicinity had exploded and boilers Nos. 1 and 3 apparently had no water in them and were likely to explode any instant. When these fires were hauled under Nos. 1 and 3 boilers, Ensign Cary directed the men in this fireroom into the bunker, for they well knew the danger of these two boilers exploding. During the entire time Ensign Cary was cool and collected and showed an abundance of nerve under the most trying circumstances. His action on this occasion was above and beyond the call of duty.

Born: 8/18/1890 at Kansas City, MissouriHome Town: Bunceton, Missouri

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Robert Carey graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1914.

CRILLEY, FRANK WILLIAMChief Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyExperimental Diving Team,Date of Action: April 17, 1915Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank William Crilley, Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession above and beyond the call of duty during the diving operations in connection with the sinking in a depth of water 304 feet, of the U.S.S. F-4 with all on board, as a result of loss of depth control, which occurred off Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii, on 25 March 1915. On 17 April 1915, William F. Loughman, chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, who had descended to the wreck and had examined one of the wire hawsers attached to it, upon starting his ascent, and when at a depth of 250 feet beneath the surface of the water, had his lifeline and air hose so badly fouled by this hawser that he was unable to free himself; he could neither ascend nor descend. On account of the length of time that Loughman had already been subjected to the great pressure due to the depth of water, and of the uncertainty of the additional time he would have to be subjected to this pressure before he could be brought to the surface, it was imperative that steps be taken at once to clear him. Instantly, realizing the desperate case of his comrade, Crilley volunteered to go to his aid, immediately donned a diving suit and descended. After a lapse of time of two hours and 11 minutes, Crilley was brought to the surface, having by a superb exhibition of skill, coolness, endurance and fortitude, untangled the snarl of lines and cleared his imperiled comrade, so that he was brought, still alive, to the surface.

Born: 9/13/1883 at Trenton, New JerseyHome Town: Pennsylvania

Other Award: Navy Cross (S-4 Salvage, 1927)

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1911-1917) JONES, CLAUD ASHTONCommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: August 29, 1916Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Claud Ashton Jones, Commander, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as a senior engineer officer on board the U.S.S. Memphis, at a time when the vessel was suffering total destruction from a hurricane while anchored off Santo Domingo City, 29 August 1916. Lieutenant Jones did everything possible to get the engines and boilers ready, and if the elements that burst upon the vessel had delayed for a few minutes, the engines would have saved the vessel. With boilers and steam pipes bursting about him in clouds of scalding steam, with thousands of tons of water coming down upon him and in almost complete darkness, Lieutenant Jones nobly remained at his post as long as the engines would turn over, exhibiting the most supreme unselfish heroism which inspired the officers and men who were with him. When the boilers exploded, Lieutenant Jones, accompanied by two of his shipmates, rushed into the firerooms and drove the men there out, dragging some, carrying others to the engineroom, where there was air to be breathed instead of steam. Lieutenant Jones' action on this occasion was above and beyond the call of duty.

Born: 10/7/1885 at Fire Creek, West VirginiaHome Town: Fire Creek, West Virginia

Claud Jones graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1907.

*RUD, GEORGE WILLIAMChief Machinist's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: August 29, 1916Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George William Rud, Chief Machinist's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while attached to the U.S.S. Memphis, at a time when that vessel was suffered total destruction from a hurricane while anchored off Santo Domingo City, 29 August 1916. Chief Machinist's Mate Rud took his station in the engineroom and remained at his post amidst scalding steam and the rushing of thousands of tons of water into his department, receiving serious burns from which he immediately died.

Born: 10/7/1883 at Minneapolis, MinnesotaHome Town: Minneapolis, Minnesota

SMITH, EUGENE P.Chief Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. DecaturDate of Action: September 09, 1915Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Eugene P. Smith, Chief Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while attached to U.S.S. Decatur; for several times entering compartments on board of Decatur immediately following an explosion on board that vessel, 9 September 1915, and locating and rescuing injured shipmates. General Order No. 189, February 8, 1916

Born: 8/8/1871 at Truney, IllinoisHome Town: California

SMITH, WILHELMGunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. New YorkDate of Action: January 24, 1916Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Wilhelm Smith, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in line of his profession on board the U.S.S. New York, for entering a compartment filled with gases and rescuing a shipmate on 24 January 1916. General Order No. 202, April 6, 1916


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1911-1917) TRINIDAD, TELESFORO DE LA CRUZFireman Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. San DiegoDate of Action: January 21, 1915Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Telesforo De La Cruz Trinidad, Fireman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession at the time of the boiler explosion on board the U.S.S. San Diego, 21 January 1915. Fireman Second Class Trinidad was driven out of fireroom No. 2 by the explosion, but at once returned and picked up R.E. Daly, Fireman, Second Class, whom he saw to be injured, and proceeded to bring him out. While coming into No. 4 fireroom, Trinidad was just in time to catch the explosion in No. 3 fireroom, but without consideration for his own safety, passed Daly on and then assisted in rescuing another injured man from No. 3 fireroom. Fireman Second Class Trinidad was himself burned about the face by the blast from the explosion in No. 3 fireroom. General Order No. 142, April 1, 1915

Born: 11/25/1890 at New Washington, Philippine IslandsHome Town: Philippine Islands

WILLEY, CHARLES H.Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MemphisDate of Action: August 29, 1916Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles H. Willey, Machinist, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession while serving on board the U.S.S. Memphis, at a time when that vessel was suffering total destruction from a hurricane while anchored off Santo Domingo City, 29 August 1916. Machinist Willey took his station in the engineer's department and remained at his post of duty amidst scalding steam and the rush of thousands of tons of water into his department as long as the engines would turn, leaving only when ordered to leave. When the boilers exploded, he assisted in getting the men out of the fireroom and carrying them into the engineroom, where there was air instead of steam to breathe. Machinist Willey's conduct on this occasion was above and beyond the call of duty.

Born: 3/31/1889 at East Boston, MassachusettsHome Town: East boston, Massachusetts

World War IBALCH, JOHN HENRYPharmacist's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 6th Regiment (Marines)(Attached), 2d Division, A.E.F.Date of Action: July 19 & October 5, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Henry Balch, Pharmacist's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty, while serving with the 6th Regiment, U.S. Marines, in action at Vierzy, France, on 19 July 1918. Pharmacists Mate First Class Balch unhesitatingly and fearlessly exposed himself to terrific machinegun and high-explosive fire to succor the wounded as they fell in the attack, leaving his dressing station voluntarily and keeping up the work all day and late into the night unceasingly for Sixteen hours. Also in the action at Somme-Py, France, on 5 October 1918, he exhibited exceptional bravery in establishing an advanced dressing station under heavy shellfire.

Born: 1/2/1896 at Edgerton, KansasHome Town: Kansas City, Missouri

Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

BOONE, JOEL THOMPSONLieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. NavySurgeon, 6th Regiment (Marines)(Attached), 2d Division, A.E.F.Date of Action: July 19, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joel Thompson Boone, Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and intrepidity while serving with the 6th Regiment, U.S. Marines, in actual conflict with the enemy. With absolute disregard for personal safety, ever conscious and mindful of the suffering fallen, Surgeon Boone, leaving the shelter of a ravine, went forward onto the open field where there was no protection and despite the extreme enemy fire of all calibers, through a heavy mist of gas, applied dressings and first aid to wounded Marines. This occurred southeast of Vierzy, France, near the cemetery, and on the road south from that town. When the dressings and supplies had been exhausted, he went through a heavy barrage of large-caliber shells, both high explosive and gas, to replenish these supplies, returning quickly with a sidecar load, and administered them in saving the lives of the wounded. A second trip, under the same conditions and for the same purpose, was made by Surgeon Boone later that day.

Born: 8/29/1889 at St. Clair, PennsylvaniaHome Town: St. Clair, Pennsylvania

Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWI)

BRADLEY, WILLIS WINTERCommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PittsburghDate of Action: June 23, 1917Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Willis Winter Bradley, Commander, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving on the U.S.S. Pittsburgh, at the time of an accidental explosion of ammunition on that vessel. On 23 July 1917, some saluting cartridge cases were being reloaded in the after casemate, through an accident an explosion occurred. Commander Bradley (then a Lieutenant), who was about to enter the casemate, was blown back by the explosion and rendered momentarily unconscious, but while still dazed, crawled into the casemate to extinguish burning materials in dangerous proximity to a considerable amount of powder, thus preventing further explosions.

Born: 6/28/1884 at Ransomville, New YorkHome Town: North Dakota

Willis Bradley graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1907. Mr. Bradley was a US Congressman for California's 18th District from 1947 - 1949 and after loosing his re-election bid in 1948 went on to serve in the California State Assembly from 1953-54. He suffered a heart attack during the noon recess of a legislative hearing and died soon afterward at Cottage Hospital in Santa Barbara. Willis Bradley's daughter married Medal of Honor recipient Bruce McCandless.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War I) CANN, TEDFORD HARRISSeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MayDate of Action: November 05, 1917Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Tedford Harris Cann, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for courageous conduct while serving on board the U.S.S. May, 5 November 1917 at sea between Bermuda and the Azores. Seaman Cann found a leak in a flooded compartment and closed it at the peril of his life, thereby unquestionably saving the ship. General Order No. 366, War Department, 1918

Born: 9/3/1897 at Bridgeport, ConnecticutHome Town: New York, New York

COVINGTON, JESSE WHITFIELDShip's Cook Third Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. StewartDate of Action: April 17, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jesse Whitfield Covington, Ship's Cook Third Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism following internal explosion of the Florence H. The sea in the vicinity of wreckage was covered by a mass of boxes of smokeless powder, which were repeatedly exploding. Ship's Cook Third Class Jesse W. Covington, of the U.S.S. Stewart, plunged overboard to rescue a survivor who was surrounded by powder boxes and too exhausted to help himself, fully realizing that similar powder boxes in the vicinity were continually exploding and that he was thereby risking his life in saving the life of this man. General Order No. 403, War Department, 1918

Born: 9/16/1889 at Haywood, TennesseeHome Town: California

GRAVES, ORASeaman, U.S. NavyU.S.S. PittsburghDate of Action: July 23, 1917Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Ora Graves, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism on 23 July 1917, while the U.S.S. Pittsburgh was proceeding to Buenos Aires, Argentina. A three-inch saluting charge exploded, causing the death of C. T. Lyles, Seaman. Upon the explosion, Seaman Graves was blown to the deck, but soon recovered and discovered burning waste on the deck. He put out the burning waste while the casemate was filled with clouds of smoke, knowing that there was more powder there which might explode. General Order No. 366, War Department, 1918

Born: 7/26/1896 at Las Animas, ColoradoHome Town: Nebraska

HAMMANN, CHARLES HAZELTINEEnsign, U.S. Navy (Reserve Force)Seaplane Detachment, U.S. Naval Aviation ForcesDate of Action: August 21, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Charles Hazeltine Hammann, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism as a Pilot of a seaplane on 21 August 1918, when with three other planes Ensign Hammann took part in a patrol and attacked a superior force of enemy land planes. In the course of the engagement which followed, the plane of Ensign George M. Ludlow was shot down and fell in the water five miles off Pola, Austria. Ensign Hammann immediately dived down and landed on the water close alongside the disabled machine, where he took Ludlow on board. Although his machine was not designed for the double load to which it was subjected, and although there was danger of attack by Austrian planes, he made his way to Porto Corsini.


U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War I) HAYDEN, DAVID EPHRAIMHospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 2d Battalion, 6th Regiment (Marines)(Attached), 2d Division, A.E.F.Date of Action: September 15, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David Ephraim Hayden, Hospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty at Thiaucourt, France, 15 September 1918. During the advance, when Corporal Creed was mortally wounded while crossing an open field swept by machinegun fire, Hospital Apprentice First Class Hayden unhesitatingly ran to his assistance and, finding him so severely wounded as to require immediate attention, disregarded his own personal safety to dress the wound under intense machinegun fire, and then carried the wounded man back to a place of safety.

Born: 10/2/1897 at Florence, TexasHome Town: Florence, Texas

*INGRAM, OSMOND KELLYGunner's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. CassinDate of Action: October 15, 1917Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Osmond Kelly Ingram, Gunner's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the presence of the enemy on the occasion of the torpedoing of the U.S.S. Cassin, off the coast near Mind Head, Ireland, on 15 October 1917. While the Cassin was searching for the submarine, Gunner's Mate First Class Ingram sighted the torpedo coming, and realizing that it might strike the ship aft in the vicinity of the depth charges, ran aft with the intention of releasing the depth charges before the torpedo could reach the Cassin. The torpedo struck the ship before he could accomplish his purpose and Ingram was killed by the explosion. The depth charges exploded immediately afterward. His life was sacrificed in an attempt to save the ship and his shipmates, as the damage to the ship would have been much less if he had been able to release the depth charges.

Born: 8/4/1887 at AlabamaHome Town: Alabama

IZAC, EDOUARD VICTOR MICHEL (POW)Lieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. President LincolnDate of Action: May 21, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edouard Victor Michel Izac, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action as prisoner of war, 21 May 1918. When the U.S.S. President Lincoln was attacked and sunk by the German submarine U-90, on 21 May 1918, Lieutenant Izac was captured and held as a prisoner on board the U-90 until the return of the submarine to Germany, when he was confined in the prison camp. During his stay on the U-90 he obtained information of the movements of German submarines which was so important that he determined to escape, with a view to making this information available to the U.S. and Allied Naval authorities. In attempting to carry out this plan, he jumped through the window of a rapidly moving train at the imminent risk of death, not only from the nature of the act itself but from the fire of the armed German soldiers who were guarding him. Having been recaptured and re-confined, Lieutenant Izac made a second and successful attempt to escape, breaking his way through barbed-wire fences and deliberately drawing the fire of the armed guards in the hope of permitting others to escape during the confusion. He made his way through the mountains of southwestern Germany, having only raw vegetables for food, and at the end, swam the River Rhine during the night in the immediate vicinity of German sentries.

Born: 12/18/1891 at Cresco, IowaHome Town: Cresco, Illinois

Edouard Izac graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1915. Edouard Izac's wounds forced his retirement from the military in 1921 and he pursued a journalism career in San Diego, CA from 1922 - 1928. After an unsuccessful election bid in 1934 for the US Congress he was a delegate to the Democratic National Conventions of 1940 and 1944. From 1937 to 1947 he represented California's 20th District in the US House before losing his re-election bid in 1946. After this loss he purchased a farm in Gordonsville, VA. He was a resident of Fairfax, VA from 1988 until his death in 1990. At the time of his death he was the last surviving World War I recipient.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War I) LYLE, ALEXANDER GORDONLieutenant Commander (Medical Corps), U.S. NavyDental Corps, 5th Regiment (Marines)(Attached), 2d Division, A.E.F.Date of Action: April 23, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Alexander Gordon Lyle, Lieutenant Commander (Medical Corps), U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving with the 5th Regiment, U.S. Marine Corps. Under heavy shellfire, on 23 April 1918, on the French Front, Lieutenant Commander Lyle rushed to the assistance of Corporal Thomas Regan, who was seriously wounded, and administered such effective surgical aid while bombardment was still continuing, as to save the life of Corporal Regan.

Born: 11/12/1889 at Gloucester, MassachusettsHome Town: Gloucester, Massachusetts

MACKENZIE, JOHNChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. RemlikDate of Action: December 17, 1917Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John MacKenzie, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while serving on board the U.S.S. Remlik, on the morning of 17 December 1917, when the Remlik encountered a heavy gale. During this gale, there was a heavy sea running. The depth charge box on the taffrail aft, containing a Sperry depth charge, was washed overboard, the depth charge itself falling inboard and remaining on deck. Chief Boatswain's Mate MacKenzie, on his own initiative, went aft and sat down on the depth charge, as it was impracticable to carry it to safety until the ship was headed up into the sea. In acting as he did, Chief Boatswain's Mate MacKenzie exposed his life and prevented a serious accident to the ship and probable loss of the ship and the entire crew. General Order No. 391, War Department, 1918

Born: 7/7/1886 at Bridgeport, ConnecticutHome Town: Holyoke, Massachusetts

MADISON, JAMES JONASLieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy (Reserve Force)Commanding Officer, U.S.S. TiconderogaDate of Action: October 04, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Jonas Madison, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for exceptionally heroic service in a position of great responsibility as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Ticonderoga, when, on 4 October 1918, that vessel was attacked by an enemy submarine and was sunk after a prolonged and gallant resistance. The submarine opened fire at a range of 500 yards, the first shots taking effect on the bridge and forecastle, one of the two forward guns of the Ticonderoga being disabled by the second shot. The fire was returned and the fight continued for nearly two hours. Lieutenant Commander Madison was severely wounded early in the fight, but caused himself to be placed in a chair on the bridge and continued to direct the fire and to maneuver the ship. When the order was finally given to abandon the sinking ship, he became unconscious from loss of blood, but was lowered into a lifeboat and was saved, with thirty-one others, out of a total number of 236 on board.

Born: 5/20/1884 at Jersey City, New JerseyHome Town: Mississippi

MCGUNIGAL, PATRICKShipfitter First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. HuntingtonDate of Action: September 17, 1917Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Patrick McGunigal, Shipfitter First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while attached to the U.S.S. Huntington. On the morning of 17 September 1917, while the U.S.S. Huntington was passing through the war zone, a kite balloon was sent up with Lieutenant (j.g.) H. W. Hoyt, U.S. Navy, as observer. When the balloon was about 400 feet in the air, the temperature suddenly dropped, causing the balloon to descend about 200 feet, when it was struck by a squall. The balloon was hauled to the ship's side, but the basket trailed in the water and the pilot

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War I) was submerged. Shipfitter First Class McGunigal, with great daring, climbed down the side of the ship, jumped to the ropes leading to the basket, and cleared the tangle enough to get the pilot out of them. He then helped the pilot to get clear, put a bowline around him, and enabled him to be hauled to the deck. A bowline was then lowered to McGunigal and he was taken safely aboard. General Order No. 341, War Department, November 17, 1917

Born: 5/30/1876 at Hubbard, OhioHome Town: Hubbard, Ohio

ORMSBEE, FRANCIS EDWARDChief Machinist's Mate, U.S. NavyNaval Air Station (Pensacola, FL)Date of Action: September 25, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Francis Edward Ormsbee, Chief Machinist's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while attached to the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida., on 25 September 1918. While flying with Ensign J. A. Jova, Chief Machinist's Mate Ormsbee saw a plane go into a tailspin and crash about three-quarters of a mile to the right. Having landed near by, Ormsbee lost no time in going overboard and made for the wreck, which was all under water except the two wing tips. He succeeded in partially extricating the gunner so that his head was out of water, and held him in this position until the speedboat arrived. Chief Machinist's Mate Ormsbee then made a number of desperate attempts to rescue the pilot, diving into the midst of the tangled wreckage although cut about the hands, but was too late to save his life. General Order No. 436, War Department, 1918

Born: 4/30/1892 at Providence, Rhode IslandHome Town: Pawtucket, Rhode Island

*OSBORNE, WEEDON EDWARDLieutenant (j.g.) (Medical Corps), U.S. NavyDental Corps, 6th Regiment (Marines)(Attached), 2d Division, A.E.F.Date of Action: June 06, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Weedon Edward Osborne, Lieutenant (j.g.) (Medical Corps), U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while attached to the 6th Regiment, U.S. Marines, in actual conflict with the enemy and under fire during the advance on Bouresches, France, on 6 June 1918. In the hottest of the fighting when the marines made their famous advance on Bouresches at the southern edge of Belleau Wood, Lieutenant (j.g.). Osborne threw himself zealously into the work of rescuing the wounded. Extremely courageous in the performance of this perilous task, he was killed while carrying a wounded officer to a place of safety.

Born: 11/13/1892 at Chicago, IllinoisHome Town: Chicago, Illinois

PETTY, ORLANDO HENDERSONLieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Navy (Reserve Force)5th Regiment (Marines)(Attached), 2d Division, A.E.F.Date of Action: June 11, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Orlando Henderson Petty, Lieutenant (Medical Corps), U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while serving with the 5th Regiment, U.S. Marines, in France during the attack in the Bois-de-Belleau, 11 June 1918. While under heavy fire of high explosive and gas shells in the town of Lucy, where his dressing station was located, Lieutenant Petty attended to and evacuated the wounded under most trying conditions. Having been knocked to the ground by an exploding gas shell which tore his mask, Lieutenant Petty discarded the mask and courageously continued his work. His dressing station being hit and demolished, he personally helped carry Captain Williams, wounded, through the shellfire to a place of safety.

Born: 2/20/1874 at Harrison, OhioHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (Same Action)

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War I) SCHMIDT, OSCARChief Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Chestnut HillDate of Action: October 09, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Oscar Schmidt, Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for gallant conduct and extraordinary heroism while attached to the U.S.S. Chestnut Hill, on the occasion of the explosion and subsequent fire on board the U.S. Submarine Chaser 219, on 9 October 1918. Chief Gunner's Mate Schmidt, seeing a man, whose legs were partly blown off, hanging on a line from the bow of the 219, jumped overboard, swam to the sub chaser and carried him from the bow to the stern where a member of the 219's crew helped him land the man on the afterdeck of the submarine. Schmidt then endeavored to pass through the flames amidships to get another man who was seriously burned. This he was unable to do, but when the injured man fell overboard and drifted to the stern of the chaser, Schmidt helped him aboard . General Order No. 450, War Department, 1919


SIEGEL, JOHN OTTOBoatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. MowhawkDate of Action: November 01, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Otto Siegel, Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism while serving on board the U.S.S. Mohawk in performing a rescue mission aboard the schooner Hjeltenaes which was in flames on 1 November 1918. Going aboard the blazing vessel, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Siegel rescued two men from the crew's quarters and went back the third time. Immediately after he had entered the crew's quarters, a steam pipe over the door burst, making it impossible for him to escape. Boatswain's Mate Second Class Siegel was overcome with smoke and fell to the deck, being finally rescued by some of the crew of the Mohawk who carried him out and rendered first aid.

Born: 4/21/1890 at Milwaukee, WisconsinHome Town: New Jersey

SULLIVAN, DANIEL AUGUSTUS JOSEPHEnsign, U.S. Navy (Reserve Force)U.S.S. CristabelDate of Action: May 21, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Augustus Joseph Sullivan, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism as an officer of the U.S.S. Cristabel in conflict with an enemy submarine on 21 May 1918. As a result of the explosion of a depth bomb dropped near the submarine, the Cristabel was so badly shaken that a number of depth charges which had been set for firing were thrown about the deck and there was imminent danger that they would explode. Ensign Sullivan immediately fell on the depth charges and succeeded in securing them, thus saving the ship from disaster, which would inevitably have caused great loss of life.

Born: 7/31/1884 at Charleston, South CarolinaHome Town: Charleston, South Carolina

UPTON, FRANK MONROEQuartermaster, U.S. NavyU.S.S. StewartDate of Action: April 17, 1918Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Frank Monroe Upton, Quartermaster, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism following internal explosion of the Florence H, on 17 April 1918. The sea in the vicinity of wreckage was covered by a mass of boxes of smokeless powder, which were repeatedly exploding. Quartermaster Frank M. Upton, of the U.S.S. Stewart, plunged overboard to rescue a survivor who was surrounded by powder boxes and too exhausted to help himself. Fully realizing the danger from continual explosion of similar powder boxes in the vicinity, he risked his life to save the life of this man. General Order No. 403, War Department, 1918

Born: 4/29/1896 at Loveland, ColoradoHome Town: Loveland, Colorado

Interim (1919-1942)BADDERS, WILLIAMChief Machinist's Mate, U.S. NavySubmarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. FalconDate of Action: May 23, 1939Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Badders, Chief Machinist's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as a Diver with the Submarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. Falcon, during the rescue and salvage operations following the sinking of the U.S.S. Squalus on 13 May 1939. During the rescue operations, Chief Machinist's Mate Badders, as senior member of the rescue chamber crew, made the last extremely hazardous trip of the rescue chamber to attempt to rescue any possible survivors in the flooded after portion of the Squalus. He was fully aware of the great danger involved in that if he and his assistant became incapacitated, there was no way in which either could be rescued. During the salvage operations, Chief Machinist's Mate Badders made important and difficult dives under the most hazardous conditions. His outstanding performance of duty contributed much to the success of the operations and characterizes conduct far above and beyond the ordinary call of duty.

Born: 9/15/1900 at Harrisburg, IllinoisHome Town: Indianapolis, Indiana

Other Award: Navy Cross (S-51 Salvage, 1926

BENNETT, FLOYDMachinist, U.S. NavyByrd ExpeditionDate of Action: May 09, 1926Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Floyd Bennett, Machinist, U.S. Navy, for distinguishing himself conspicuously by courage and intrepidity at the risk of his life 9 May 1926, as a member of the Byrd Arctic Expedition. Machinist Floyd Bennett contributed largely to the success of the first heavier-than-air flight to the North Pole and return.

Born: 10/25/1890 at Warrensburg, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

BREAULT, HENRYTorpedoman Second Class, U.S. NavyU.S. Submarine 0-5Date of Action: October 28, 1923Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Breault, Torpedoman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for heroism and devotion to duty while serving on board the U.S. Submarine 0-5 at the time of the sinking of that vessel at Limon Bay, Panama Canal Zone. On the morning of 28 October 1923, the 0-5 collided with the steamship Abangarez and sank in less than a minute. When the collision occurred, Torpedoman Second Class Breault was in the torpedo room. Upon reaching the hatch, he saw that the boat was rapidly sinking. Instead of jumping overboard to save his own life, he returned to the torpedo room to the rescue of a shipmate whom he knew was trapped in the boat, closing the torpedo room hatch on himself. Breault and Brown remained trapped in this compartment until rescued by the salvage party 31 hours later. General Order No. 125, February 20, 1924

Born: 10/14/1900 at Putnam, ConnecticutHome Town: Vermont

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1919 - 1942) BYRD, RICHARD EVELYNCommander, U.S. NavyByrd ExpeditionDate of Action: May 09, 1926Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Evelyn Byrd, Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguishing himself conspicuously by courage and intrepidity at the risk of his life on 9 May 1926, in demonstrating that it is possible for aircraft to travel in continuous flight from a now inhabited portion of the earth over the North Pole and return.

Born: 10/25/1888 at Winchester, VirginiaHome Town: Charlottesville, Virginia

Other Award: Navy Cross (2nd Polar Expedition)Richard Byrd graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1912.

*CHOLISTER, GEORGE ROBERTBoatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TrentonDate of Action: October 20, 1924Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Robert Cholister, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of a fire on board the U S.S. Trenton. At 3: 35 on the afternoon of 20 October 1924, while the Trenton was preparing to fire trial installation shots from the two 6-inch guns in the forward twin mount of that vessel, two charges of powder ignited. Twenty men were trapped in the twin mount. Four died almost immediately and ten later from burns and inhalation of flames and gases. The six others were severely injured. Boatswain's Mate First Class Cholister, without thought of his own safety, on seeing that the charge of powder from the left gun was ignited, jumped for the right charge and endeavored to put it in the immersion tank. The left charge burst into flame and ignited the right charge before Cholister could accomplish his purpose. He fell unconscious while making a supreme effort to save his shipmates and died the following day.

Born: 12/18/1898 at Camden, New JerseyHome Town: Camden, New Jersey

*CORRY, WILLIAM MERRILLLieutenant Commander, U.S. NavyDate of Action: October 02, 1920Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Merrill Corry, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for heroic service in attempting to rescue a brother officer from a flame-enveloped airplane near Hartford, Connecticut. On 2 October 1920, an airplane in which Lieutenant Commander Corry was a passenger crashed and burst into flames. He was thrown 30 feet clear of the plane and, though injured, rushed back to the burning machine and endeavored to release the pilot. In so doing he sustained serious burns, from which he died four days later.

Born: 10/5/1889 at Quincy, FloridaHome Town: Quincy, Florida

William Corry graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1910.

CRANDALL, ORSON LEONChief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. NavySubmarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. FalconDate of Action: May 23, 1939Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Orson Leon Crandall, Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as a Master Diver with the Submarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. Falcon, throughout the rescue and salvage operations following the sinking of the U.S.S. Squalus on 23 May 1939. Chief Boatswain's Mate Crandall's leadership and devotion to duty in directing diving operations and in making important and difficult dives under the most hazardous conditions characterize conduct far above and beyond the ordinary call of duty.

Born: 2/2/1903 at St. Joseph, MissouriHome Town: Connecticut

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1919 - 1942) *DREXLER, HENRY CLAYEnsign, U.S. NavyU.S.S. TrentonDate of Action: October 20, 1924Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Henry Clay Drexler, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of a fire on board the U.S.S. Trenton. At 3: 35 on the afternoon of 20 October 1924, while the Trenton was preparing to fire trial installation shots from the two 6-inch guns in the forward twin mount of that vessel, two charges of powder ignited. Twenty men were trapped in the twin mount. Four died almost immediately and ten later from burns and inhalation of flame and gases. The six others were severely injured. Ensign Drexler, without thought of his own safety, on seeing that the charge of powder for the left gun was ignited, jumped for the right charge and endeavored to put it in the immersion tank. The left charge burst into flame and ignited the right charge before Ensign Drexler could accomplish his purpose. He met his death while making a supreme effort to save his shipmates.

Born: 8/7/1901 at Braddock, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Braddock, Pennsylvania

Henry Drexler graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1924.

EADIE, THOMASChief Gunner's Mate, U.S. NavySubmarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. FalconDate of Action: December 18, 1927Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Eadie, Chief Gunner's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession above and beyond the call of duty on 18 December 1927, as a member of the Submarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. Falcon, during the diving operations in connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. S-4 with all on board, as a result of a collision off Provincetown, Massachusetts On this occasion when Michels, Chief Torpedoman, U.S. Navy, while attempting to connect an airline to the submarine at a depth of 102 feet became seriously fouled, Chief Gunner's Mate Eadie, under the most adverse diving conditions, deliberately, knowingly, and willingly took his own life in his hands by promptly descending to the rescue in response to the desperate need of his companion diver. After two hours of extremely dangerous and heartbreaking work, by his cool, calculating, and skillful labors, he succeeded in his mission and brought Michels safely to the surface.

Born: 4/7/1887 at ScotlandHome Town: Newport, Rhode Island

Other Award: Navy Cross (S-51 Rescue), Navy Cross w/Gold Star (S-4 Rescue)

EDWARDS, WALTER ATLEELieutenant Commander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. BainbridgeDate of Action: December 16, 1922Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Walter Atlee Edwards, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for heroism in rescuing 482 men, women and children from the French military transport Vinh-Long, destroyed by fire in the Sea of Marmora, Turkey, on 16 December 1922. Lieutenant Commander Edwards, commanding the U.S.S. Bainbridge, placed his vessel alongside the bow of the transport and, in spite of several violent explosions which occurred on the burning vessel, maintained his ship in that position until all who were alive were taken on board. Of a total of 495 on board, 482 were rescued by his coolness, judgment and professional skill, which were combined with a degree of heroism that must reflect new glory on the U.S. Navy. General Order No. 123, February 4, 1924


Other Award: Navy Cross (WWI)Walter Edwards graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1910.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1919 - 1942) HUBER, WILLIAM RUSSELLMachinist's Mate, U.S. NavyU.S.S. BruceDate of Action: June 11, 1928Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Russell Huber, Machinist's Mate, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on 11 June 1928, after a boiler accident on the U.S.S. Bruce, then at the Naval Shipyard, Norfolk, Virginia. Immediately on becoming aware of the accident, Machinist's Mate Huber without hesitation and in complete disregard of his own safety, entered the steam-filled fireroom and at grave risk to his life succeeded by almost superhuman efforts in carrying Charles H. Byran to safety. Although having received severe and dangerous burns about the arms and neck, he descended with a view toward rendering further assistance. The great courage, grit, and determination displayed by Machinist's Mate Huber on this occasion characterized conduct far above and beyond the call of duty.

Born: 7/16/1902 at Harrisburg, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

*HUTCHINS, CARLTON BARMORELieutenant, U.S. NavySeaplane PBY-2 (11-P-3),Date of Action: February 02, 1938Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Carlton Barmore Hutchins, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism as the Pilot of the U.S. Navy Seaplane PBY-2 No. 0463 (11-P-3) while engaged in tactical exercises with the U.S. Fleet on 2 February 1938 of the California coast. Although his plane was badly damaged, Lieutenant Hutchins remained at the controls endeavoring to bring the damaged plane to a safe landing and to afford an opportunity for his crew to escape by parachutes. His cool, calculated conduct contributed principally to the saving of the lives of all who survived. His conduct on this occasion was above and beyond the call of duty.

Born: 9/12/1904 at Albany, New YorkHome Town: New York, New York

Carlton Hutchins graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1926.

MCDONALD, JAMES HARPERChief Metalsmith, U.S. NavySubmarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. FalconDate of Action: May 23, 1939Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Harper McDonald, Chief Metalsmith, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as a Master Diver with the Submarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. Falcon, throughout the rescue and salvage operations following the sinking of the U.S.S. Squalus on 23 May 1939. Chief Metalsmith McDonald's leadership, masterly skill, general efficiency, and untiring devotion to duty in directing diving operations, and in making important and difficult dives under the most hazardous conditions, characterize conduct far above and beyond the ordinary call of duty.

Born: 7/15/1900 at Newmand, ScotlandHome Town: Washington, D.C.

MIHALOWSKI, JOHNTorpedoman First Class, U.S. NavySubmarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. FalconDate of Action: May 23, 1939Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Mihalowski, Torpedoman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession as a Diver with the Submarine and Rescue Salvage Unit, U.S.S. Falcon, during the rescue and salvage operations following the sinking of the U.S.S. Squalus on 23 May 1939. Torpedoman First Class Mihalowski, as a member of the rescue chamber crew, made the last extremely hazardous trip of the rescue chamber to attempt the rescue of any possible survivors in the flooded after portion of the Squalus. He was fully aware of the great danger involved, in that, if he and the other member of the crew became incapacitated, there was no way in which either could be rescued. During the salvage operations Torpedoman First Class Mihalowski made important and difficult

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Interim (1919 - 1942) dives under the most hazardous conditions. His outstanding performance of duty contributed much to the success of the operations and characterizes conduct far above and beyond the ordinary call of duty.

Born: 8/12/1910 at Worcester, MassachusettsHome Town: Worcester, Massachusetts

RYAN, THOMAS JOHNEnsign, U.S. NavyDate of Action: September 01, 1923Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas John Ryan, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for heroism in effecting the rescue of a woman from the burning Grand Hotel, Yokohama, Japan, on 1 September 1923. Following the earthquake and fire which occurred in Yokohama on 1 September, Ensign Ryan, with complete disregard for his own life, extricated a woman from the Grand Hotel, thus saving her life. His heroic conduct upon this occasion reflects the greatest credit on himself and on the U.S. Navy, of which he is a part.

Born: 8/5/1901 at New Orleans, LouisianaHome Town: New Orleans, Louisiana

Thomas Ryan graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1921.

World War IIANTRIM, RICHARD NOTT (POW)Commander, U.S. NavyExecutive Officer, U.S.S. Pope (DD-225)Date of Action: April, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Nott Antrim, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while interned as a prisoner of war of the enemy Japanese in the city of Makassar, Celebes, Netherlands East Indies, in April 1942. Acting instantly on behalf of a naval officer who was subjected to a vicious clubbing by a frenzied Japanese guard venting his insane wrath upon the helpless prisoner, Commander (then Lieutenant) Antrim boldly intervened, attempting to quiet the guard and finally persuading him to discuss the charges against the officer. With the entire Japanese force assembled and making extraordinary preparations for the threatened beating, and with the tension heightened by 2,700 Allied prisoners rapidly closing in, Commander Antrim courageously appealed to the fanatic enemy, risking his own life in a desperate effort to mitigate the punishment. When the other had been beaten unconscious by 15 blows of a hawser and was repeatedly kicked by three soldiers to a point beyond which he could not survive, Commander Antrim gallantly stepped forward and indicated to the perplexed guards that he would take the remainder of the punishment, throwing the Japanese completely off balance in their amazement and eliciting a roar of acclaim from the suddenly inspired Allied prisoners. By his fearless leadership and valiant concern for the welfare of another, he not only saved the life of a fellow officer and stunned the Japanese into sparing his own life but also brought about a new respect for American officers and men and a great improvement in camp living conditions. His heroic conduct throughout reflects the highest credit upon Commander Antrim and the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 12/17/1907 at Peru, IndianaHome Town: Peru, Indiana

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII)Richard Antrim graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1931.

*BENNION, MERVYN SHARPCaptain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. West Virginia (BB-48)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Mervyn Sharp Bennion, Captain, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous devotion to duty, extraordinary courage, and complete disregard of his own life, above and beyond the call of duty, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. As Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. West Virginia, after being mortally wounded, Captain Bennion evidenced apparent concern only in fighting and saving his ship, and strongly protested against being carried from the bridge.

Born: 5/5/1887 at Vernon, UtahHome Town: Vernon, Utah

Mervyn Bennion graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1910.

*BIGELOW, ELMER CHARLESWatertender First Class, U.S. Navy (Reserve)U.S.S. Fletcher (DD-445)Date of Action: February 14, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Elmer Charles Bigelow, Watertender First Class, U.S. Navy (Reserve), for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving on board the U.S.S. Fletcher during action against enemy Japanese forces off Corregidor Island in the Philippines, 14 February 1945. Standing topside when an enemy shell struck the Fletcher, Watertender First Class Bigelow, acting instantly as the deadly projectile exploded into fragments which penetrated the No. 1 gun magazine and set fire to several powder cases, picked up a pair of fire extinguishers and rushed below in a resolute attempt to quell the raging flames. Refusing

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II to waste the precious time required to don rescue-breathing apparatus, he plunged through the blinding smoke billowing out of the magazine hatch and dropped into the blazing compartment. Despite the acrid, burning powder smoke which seared his lungs with every agonizing breath, he worked rapidly and with instinctive sureness and succeeded in quickly extinguishing the fires and in cooling the cases and bulkheads, thereby preventing further damage to the stricken ship. Although he succumbed to his injuries on the following day, Watertender First Class Bigelow, by his dauntless valor, unfaltering skill and prompt action in the critical emergency, had averted a magazine explosion which undoubtedly would have left his ship wallowing at the mercy of the furiously pounding Japanese guns on Corregidor, and his heroic spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of almost certain death enhanced and sustained the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 7/12/1920 at Hebron, IllinoisHome Town: Hebron, Illinois

BULKELEY, JOHN DUNCANLieutenant Commander, U.S. NavyMotor Torpedo Boat Squadron 3 (MTB-3),Date of Action: December 07, 1941 - April 10, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Duncan Bulkeley, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism, distinguished service, and conspicuous gallantry above and beyond the call of duty as Commander of Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Three (MTB-3), in Philippine waters during the period 7 December 1941 to 10 April 1942. The remarkable achievement of Lieutenant Commander Bulkeley's command in damaging or destroying a notable number of Japanese enemy planes, surface combatant and merchant ships, and in dispersing landing parties and land-based enemy forces during the four months and eight days of operation without benefit of repairs, overhaul, or maintenance facilities for his squadron, is believed to be without precedent in this type of warfare. His dynamic forcefulness and daring in offensive action, his brilliantly planned and skillfully executed attacks, supplemented by a unique resourcefulness and ingenuity, characterize him as an outstanding leader of men and a gallant and intrepid seaman. These qualities coupled with a complete disregard for his own personal safety reflect great credit upon him and the Naval Service .

Born: 8/19/1911 at New York, New YorkHome Town: Hackettstown, New Jersey

Other Award: Distinguished Service Cross (WWII), Distinguished Service Cross w/OLC (WWII), Navy Cross (WWII)John Bulkeley graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1933. Bulkeley is perhaps best-known for his daring rescue

of General MacArthur in ferrying him out of the Philippines in his PT boat.

BUSH, ROBERT EUGENEHospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy (Reserve)Corpsman, Company G, 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: May 02, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Eugene Bush, Hospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Medical Corpsman with the Third Platoon of Company B, Second Battalion, Fifth Marines, First Marine Division, in action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Jima, Ryukyu Islands, 2 May 1945. Fearlessly braving the fury of artillery, mortar, and machinegun fire from strongly entrenched hostile positions, Hospital Apprentice First Class Bush constantly and unhesitatingly moved from one casualty to another to attend the wounded falling under the enemy's murderous barrages. As the attack passed over a ridge top, Bush was advancing to administer blood plasma to a Marine officer lying wounded on the skyline when the Japanese launched a savage counterattack. In this perilously exposed position, he resolutely maintained the flow of life-giving plasma. With the bottle held high in one hand, Bush drew his pistol with the other and fired into the enemy's ranks until his ammunition was expended. Quickly seizing a discarded carbine, he trained his fire on the Japanese charging pointblank over the hill, accounting for six of the enemy despite his own serious wounds and the loss of one eye suffered during his desperate battle in defense of the helpless man. With the hostile force finally routed, he calmly disregarded his own critical condition to complete his mission, valiantly refusing medical treatment for himself until his officer patient had been evacuated, and collapsing only after attempting to walk to the battle aid station. His daring initiative, great personal valor, and heroic spirit of self-sacrifice in service of others reflect great credit upon Hospital Apprentice First Class Bush and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 10/4/1926 at Tacoma, WashingtonHome Town: Tacoma, Washington

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *CALLAGHAN, DANIEL JUDSONRear Admiral, U.S. NavyU.S.S. San Francisco (CA-38)Date of Action: November 12 & 13, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Daniel Judson Callaghan, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty on board the U.S.S. San Francisco, during action against enemy Japanese forces off Savo Island on the night of 12 - 13 November 1942. Although out-balanced in strength and numbers by a desperate and determined enemy, Rear Admiral Callaghan, with ingenious tactical skill and superb coordination of the units under his command, led his forces into battle against tremendous odds, thereby contributing decisively to the rout of a powerful invasion fleet, and to the consequent frustration of a formidable Japanese offensive. While faithfully directing close-range operations in the face of furious bombardment by superior enemy fire power, he was killed on the bridge of his flagship. His courageous initiative, inspiring leadership, and judicious foresight in a crisis of grave responsibility were in keeping with the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the defense of his country.

Born: 7/26/1890 at San Francisco, CaliforniaHome Town: Oakland, California

Daniel Callaghan graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1942.

*CROMWELL, JOHN PHILIPCaptain, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, Submarine Attack Group, U.S.S. Sculpin (SS-191)Date of Action: November 19, 1943Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Philip Cromwell, Captain, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Commander of a Submarine Coordinated Attack Group with Flag in the U.S.S. Sculpin, during the 9th War Patrol of that vessel in enemy-controlled waters off Truk Island, 19 November 1943. Undertaking this patrol prior to the launching of our first large-scale offensive in the Pacific, Captain Cromwell, alone of the entire Task Group, possessed secret intelligence information of our submarine strategy and tactics, scheduled Fleet movements and specific attack plans. Constantly vigilant and precise in carrying out his secret orders, he moved his undersea flotilla inexorably forward despite savage opposition and established a line of submarines to southeastward of the main Japanese stronghold at Truk. Cool and undaunted as the submarine, rocked and battered by Japanese depth charges, sustained terrific battle damage and sank to an excessive depth, he authorized the Sculpin to surface and engage the enemy in a gunfight, thereby providing an opportunity for the crew to abandon ship. Determined to sacrifice himself rather than risk capture and subsequent danger of revealing plans under Japanese torture or use of drugs, he stoically remained aboard the mortally wounded vessel as she plunged to her death. Preserving the security of his mission, at the cost of his own life, he had served his country as he had served the Navy, with deep integrity and an uncompromising devotion to duty. His great moral courage in the face of certain death adds new luster to the traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 9/11/1901 at Henry, IllinoisHome Town: Henry, Illinois

John Cromwell graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1924.

DAVID, ALBERT LEROYLieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Pillsbury (DE-133)Date of Action: June 04, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Albert Leroy David, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while attached to the U.S.S. Pillsbury during the capture of an enemy German submarine off French West Africa, 4 June 1944. Taking a vigorous part in the skillfully coordinated attack on the German U-505 which climaxed a prolonged search by the Task Group, Lieutenant (then Lieutenant j.g.) David boldly led a party from the Pillsbury in boarding the hostile submarine as it circled erratically at five or six knots on the surface. Fully aware that the U-boat might momentarily sink or be blown up by exploding demolition and scuttling charges, he braved the added danger of enemy gunfire to plunge through the conning tower hatch and, with his small party, exerted every effort to keep the ship afloat and to assist the succeeding and more fully equipped salvage parties in making the U-505 seaworthy for the long tow across the Atlantic to a U.S. port. By his valiant service during the first successful boarding and

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II capture of an enemy man-o-war on the high seas by the U.S. Navy since 1815, Lieutenant David contributed materially to the effectiveness of our Battle of the Atlantic and upheld the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 7/18/1902 at Maryville, MissouriHome Town: Maryville, Missouri

Lieutenant David passed away shortly after returning home and before his Medal of Honor could be awarded.

*DAVIS, GEORGE FLEMINGCommander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Walke (DD-416)Date of Action: January 06, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Fleming Davis, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Walke engaged in a detached mission in support of minesweeping operations to clear the waters for entry of our heavy surface and amphibious forces preparatory to the invasion of Lingayen Gulf, Luzon, Philippine Islands, 6 January 1945. Operating without gun support of other surface ships when four Japanese suicide planes were detected flying low overland to attack simultaneously, Commander Davis boldly took his position in the exposed wings of the bridge and directed control to pick up the leading plane and open fire. Alert and fearless as the Walke's deadly fire sent the first target crashing into the water and caught the second as it passed close over the bridge to plunge into the sea of portside, he remained steadfast in the path of the third plane plunging swiftly to crash the after end of the bridge structure. Seriously wounded when the craft struck, drenched with gasoline and immediately enveloped in flames, he conned the Walke in the midst of the wreckage; he rallied his command to heroic efforts; he exhorted his officers and men to save the ship and, still on his feet, saw the barrage from his guns destroy the fourth suicide bomber. With the fires under control and the safety of the ship assured, he consented to be carried below. Succumbing several hours later, Commander Davis by his example of valor and his unhesitating self-sacrifice, steeled the fighting spirit of his command into unyielding purpose in completing a vital mission. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 3/23/1911 at Manila, Philippine IslandsHome Town: Philippine Islands

George Davis graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1934.

*DEALEY, SAMUEL DAVIDCommander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Harder (SS-257)Date of Action: May 26 - July 03, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel David Dealey, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Harder during her 5th War Patrol in Japanese-controlled waters. Floodlighted by a bright moon and disclosed to an enemy destroyer escort which bore down with intent to attack, Commander Dealey quickly dived to periscope depth and waited for the pursuer to close range, then opened fire, sending the target and all aboard down in flames with his third torpedo. Plunging deep to avoid fierce depth charges, he again surfaced and, within nine minutes after sighting another destroyer, had sent the enemy down tail first with a hit directly amidships. Evading detection, he penetrated the confined waters off Tawi Tawi with the Japanese Fleet base six miles away and scored death blows on two patrolling destroyers in quick succession. With his ship heeled over by concussion from the first exploding target and the second vessel nose- diving in a blinding detonation, he cleared the area at high speed. Sighted by a large hostile fleet force on the following day, he swung his bow toward the lead destroyer for another "down-the-throat" shot, fired three bow tubes and promptly crash-dived to be terrifically rocked seconds later by the exploding ship as the Harder passed beneath. This remarkable record of five vital Japanese destroyers sunk in five short-range torpedo attacks attests the valiant fighting spirit of Commander Dealey and his indomitable command.

Born: 9/13/1906 at Dallas, TexasHome Town: Dallas, Texas

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII), Navy Cross w/Gold Star (WWII), 2nd and 3rd Gold Star (WWII), Distinguished Service Cross (WWII)Samuel Dealey graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1930. During World War II his submarine sank 15

Japanese ships totalling 54,000 tons. Dealey Plaza in Dealy's hometown of Texas (the site of President Kennedy's assasination) was named for this hometown hero. Deal was lost in action after his submarine was sunk on August 24, 1944.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *EVANS, ERNEST EDWIN "CHIEF"Commander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Johnston (DD-557)Date of Action: October 25, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Ernest Edwin "Chief" Evans, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Johnston in action against major units of the enemy Japanese fleet during the battle off Samar on 25 October 1944. The first to lay a smokescreen and to open fire as an enemy task force, vastly superior in number, firepower and armor, rapidly approached. Commander Evans gallantly diverted the powerful blasts of hostile guns from the lightly armed and armored carriers under his protection, launching the first torpedo attack when the Johnston came under straddling Japanese shellfire. Undaunted by damage sustained under the terrific volume of fire, he unhesitatingly joined others of his group to provide fire support during subsequent torpedo attacks against the Japanese and, out-shooting and outmaneuvering the enemy as he consistently interposed his vessel between the hostile fleet units and our carriers despite the crippling loss of engine power and communications with steering aft, shifted command to the fantail, shouted steering orders through an open hatch to men turning the rudder by hand and battled furiously until the Johnston, burning and shuddering from a mortal blow, lay dead in the water after three hours of fierce combat. Seriously wounded early in the engagement, Commander Evans, by his indomitable courage and brilliant professional skill, aided materially in turning back the enemy during a critical phase of the action. His valiant fighting spirit throughout this historic battle will venture as an inspiration to all who served with him.

Born: 8/13/1908 at Pawnee, OklahomaHome Town: Pawnee, Oklahoma

Ernest Evans graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1931.

FINN, JOHN WILLIAMLieutenant, U.S. NavyPatrol Squadron 14 (VP-14), Naval Air Station, Kaneohi Bay, HawaiiDate of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John William Finn, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism distinguished service, and devotion above and beyond the call of duty. During the first attack by Japanese airplanes on the Naval Air Station, Kaneohe Bay, on 7 December 1941, Lieutenant Finn promptly secured and manned a .50-caliber machinegun mounted on an instruction stand in a completely exposed section of the parking ramp, which was under heavy enemy machinegun strafing fire. Although painfully wounded many times, he continued to man this gun and to return the enemy's fire vigorously and with telling effect throughout the enemy strafing and bombing attacks and with complete disregard for his own personal safety. It was only by specific orders that he was persuaded to leave his post to seek medical attention. Following first aid treatment, although obviously suffering much pain and moving with great difficulty, he returned to the squadron area and actively supervised the rearming of returning planes. His extraordinary heroism and conduct in this action were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 7/24/1909 at Los Angeles, CaliforniaHome Town: Belle Vernon Acres, California

Kaneohe Bay was hit five minutes before Pearl Harbor, making John Finn's heroic actions the first of World War II to merit award of the Medal of Honor.

*FLAHERTY, FRANCIS CHARLESEnsign, U.S. Navy (Reserve)U.S.S. Oklahoma (BB-37)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Francis Charles Flaherty, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous devotion to duty and extraordinary courage and complete disregard of his own life, above and beyond the call of duty, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. When it was seen that the U.S.S. Oklahoma was going to capsize and the order was given to abandon ship, Ensign Flaherty remained in a turret, holding a flashlight so the remainder of the turret crew could see to escape, thereby sacrificing his own life.

Born: 3/15/1919 at Charlotte, MichiganHome Town: Charlotte, Michigan

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II FLUCKEY, EUGENE BENNETTCommander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Barb (SS-220)Date of Action: December 19, 1944 - February 15, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Eugene Bennett Fluckey, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commanding officer of the U.S.S. Barb during her 11th war patrol along the east coast of China from 19 December 1944 to 15 February 1945. After sinking a large enemy ammunition ship and damaging additional tonnage during a running two-hour night battle on 8 January, Commander Fluckey, in an exceptional feat of brilliant deduction and bold tracking on 25 January, located a concentration of more than 30 enemy ships in the lower reaches of Nankuan Chiang (Mamkwan Harbor). Fully aware that a safe retirement would necessitate an hour's run at full speed through the uncharted, mined, and rock-obstructed waters, he bravely ordered, "Battle station-- torpedoes!" In a daring penetration of the heavy enemy screen, and riding in five fathoms of water, he launched the Barb's last forward torpedoes at 3,000-yard range. Quickly bringing the ship's stern tubes to bear, he turned loose four more torpedoes into the enemy, obtaining eight direct hits on six of the main targets to explode a large ammunition ship and cause inestimable damage by the resultant flying shells and other pyrotechnics. Clearing the treacherous area at high speed, he brought the Barb through to safety and four days later sank a large Japanese freighter to complete a record of heroic combat achievement, reflecting the highest credit upon Commander Fluckey, his gallant officers and men, and the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 10/5/1913 at Washington, D.C.Home Town: Neoga, Illinois

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII), Navy Cross w/Gold Star (WWII), 2nd Gold Star (WWII), 3rd Gold Star (WWII)Eugene Fluckey graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1935. In one daring action, scuttling charges from the

U.S.S. Barb were ferried ashore by a volunteer group in order to blow up a train. These men were the FIRST American combat forces on the Japanese home islands, and the U.S.S. Barb proudly displayed a train on its battle flag.

FUQUA, SAMUEL GLENNCaptain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Arizona (BB-39)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Samuel Glenn Fuqua, Captain, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in action, outstanding heroism, and utter disregard of his own safety above and beyond the call of duty during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. Upon the commencement of the attack, Lieutenant Commander Fuqua rushed to the quarterdeck of the U.S.S. Arizona to which he was attached where he was stunned and knocked down by the explosion of a large bomb which hit the guarterdeck, penetrated several decks, and started a severe fire. Upon regaining consciousness, he began to direct the fighting of the fire and the rescue of wounded and injured personnel. Almost immediately there was a tremendous explosion forward, which made the ship appear to rise out of the water, shudder, and settle down by the bow rapidly. The whole forward part of the ship was enveloped in flames which were spreading rapidly, and wounded and burned men were pouring out of the ship to the quarterdeck. Despite these conditions, his harrowing experience, and severe enemy bombing and strafing, at the time, Lieutenant Commander Fuqua continued to direct the fighting of fires in order to check them while the wounded and burned could be taken from the ship and supervised the rescue of these men in such an amazingly calm and cool manner and with such excellent judgment that it inspired everyone who saw him and undoubtedly resulted in the saving of many lives. After realizing the ship could not be saved and that he was the senior surviving officer aboard, he directed it to be abandoned, but continued to remain on the quarterdeck and directed abandoning ship and rescue of personnel until satisfied that all personnel that could be had been saved, after which he left his ship with the boatload. The conduct of Lieutenant Commander Fuqua was not only in keeping with the highest traditions of the naval service but characterizes him as an outstanding leader of men.

Born: 10/15/1899 at Laddonia, MissouriHome Town: Laddonia, Missouri

Samuel Fuqua graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1923.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II GARY, DONALD ARTHURLieutenant (j.g.), U.S. NavyU.S.S. Franklin (CV-13)Date of Action: March 19, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Donald Arthur Gary, Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as an Engineering Officer attached to the U.S.S. Franklin when that vessel was fiercely attacked by enemy aircraft during the operations against the Japanese Home Islands near Kobe, Japan, 19 March 1945. Stationed on the third deck when the ship was rocked by a series of violent explosions set off in her own ready bombs, rockets, and ammunition by the hostile attack, Lieutenant (j.g.) Gary unhesitatingly risked his life to assist several hundred men trapped in a messing compartment filled with smoke, and with no apparent egress. As the imperiled men below decks became increasingly panic stricken under the raging fury of incessant explosions, he confidently assured them he would find a means of effecting their release and, groping through the dark, debris-filled corridors, ultimately discovered an escape way. Staunchly determined, he struggled back to the messing compartment three times despite menacing flames, flooding water, and the ominous threat of sudden additional explosions, on each occasion calmly leading his men through the blanketing pall of smoke until the last one had been saved. Selfless in his concern for his ship and his fellows, he constantly rallied others about him, repeatedly organized and led fire-fighting parties into the blazing inferno on the flight deck and, when firerooms 1 and 2 were found to be inoperable, entered the No. 3 fireroom and directed the raising of steam in one boiler in the face of extreme difficulty and hazard. An inspiring and courageous leader, Lieutenant (j.g.) Gary rendered self-sacrificing service under the most perilous conditions and, by his heroic initiative, fortitude, and valor, was responsible for the saving of several hundred lives. His conduct throughout reflects the highest credit upon himself and upon the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 7/23/1903 at Findlay, OhioHome Town: Findlay, Ohio

Navy Chaplain Father Timothy O'Callahan also earned the Medal of Honor aboard the USS Franklin in this action.

*GILMORE, HOWARD WALTERCommander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Growler (SS-215)Date of Action: January 10 - February 07, 1943Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Howard Walter Gilmore, Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguished gallantry and valor above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Growler during her Fourth War Patrol in the Southwest Pacific from 10 January to 7 February 1943. Boldly striking at the enemy in spite of continuous hostile air and antisubmarine patrols, Commander Gilmore sank one Japanese freighter and damaged another by torpedo fire, successfully evading severe depth charges following each attack. In the darkness of night on 7 February, an enemy gunboat closed range and prepared to ram the Growler. Commander Gilmore daringly maneuvered to avoid the crash and rammed the attacker instead, ripping into her port side at 11 knots and bursting wide her plates. In the terrific fire of the sinking gunboat's heavy machineguns, Commander Gilmore calmly gave the order to clear the bridge, and refusing safety for himself, remained on deck while his men preceded him below. Struck down by the fusillade of bullets and having done his utmost against the enemy, in his final living moments, Commander Gilmore gave his last order to the officer of the deck, "Take her down." The Growler dived; seriously damaged but under control, she was brought safely to port by her well-trained crew inspired by the courageous fighting spirit of their dead captain.

Born: 9/29/1902 at Selma, AlabamaHome Town: New Orleans, Louisiana

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII), Navy Cross w/Gold Star (WWII)Howard Gilmore graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1926.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II GORDON, NATHAN GREENLieutenant, U.S. NavyPatrol Squadron 34 (VPB-34), Naval Air Base, Samari Island, New GuineaDate of Action: February 15, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Nathan Green Gordon, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism above and beyond the call of duty as commander of a Catalina patrol plane serving with Patrol Squadron Thirty-Four (VPB-34), in rescuing personnel of the U.S. Army Fifth Air Force shot down in combat over Kavieng Harbor in the Bismarck Sea, 15 February 1944. On air alert in the vicinity of Vitu Islands, Lieutenant (then Lieutenant j.g.) Gordon unhesitatingly responded to a report of the crash and flew boldly into the harbor, defying close-range fire from enemy shore guns to make three separate landings in full view of the Japanese and pick up nine men, several of them injured. With his cumbersome flying boat dangerously overloaded, he made a brilliant takeoff despite heavy swells and almost total absence of wind and set a course for base, only to receive the report of another group stranded in a rubber life raft 600 yards from the enemy shore. Promptly turning back, he again risked his life to set his plane down under direct fire of the heaviest defenses of Kavieng and take aboard six more survivors, coolly making his fourth dexterous takeoff with 15 rescued officers and men. By his exceptional daring, personal valor, and incomparable airmanship under most perilous conditions, Lieutenant Gordon prevented certain death or capture of our airmen by the Japanese.

Born: 9/4/1916 at Morrilton, ArkansasHome Town: Morrilton, Arkansas

Nathan Green served as Lieutenant Governor of Arkansas from 1947 to 1967. He was followed in that office by Medal of Honor Recipient Maurice "Footsie" Britt (1967-71).

HALL, WILLIAM EDWARDLieutenant (j.g.), U.S. NavyScouting Squadron 2 (VS-2), U.S.S. Lexington (CV-2)Date of Action: May 07 & 08, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Edward Hall, Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, for extreme courage and conspicuous heroism in combat above and beyond the call of duty as Pilot of a scouting plane in Scouting Squadron Two (VS-2) embarked from the U.S.S. Lexington, in action against enemy Japanese forces in the Coral Sea on 7 and 8 May 1942. In a resolute and determined attack on 7 May, Lieutenant (j.g.) Hall dived his plane at an enemy Japanese aircraft carrier, contributing materially to the destruction of that vessel. On 8 May, facing heavy and fierce fighter opposition, he again displayed extraordinary skill as an airman and the aggressive spirit of a fighter in repeated and effectively executed counterattacks against a superior number of enemy planes in which three enemy aircraft were destroyed. Though seriously wounded in this engagement, Lieutenant (j.g.) Hall, maintaining the fearless and indomitable tactics pursued throughout these actions, succeeded in landing his plane safe.

Born: 10/31/1913 at Storrs, UtahHome Town: Mohrland, Utah

*HALYBURTON, WILLIAM DAVIDPharmacist's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy (Reserve)Corpsman, 2d Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: May 10, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William David Halyburton, Pharmacist's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman with a Marine Rifle Company in the 2d Battalion, Fifth Marines, First Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Chain, 10 May 1945. Undaunted by the deadly accuracy of Japanese counterfire as his unit pushed the attack through a strategically important draw, Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Halyburton unhesitatingly dashed across the draw and up the hill into an open fire-swept field where the company advance squad was suddenly pinned down under a terrific concentration of mortar, machinegun and sniper fire with resultant severe casualties. Moving steadily forward despite the enemy's merciless barrage, he reached the wounded Marine who lay farthest away and was rendering first aid when his patient was struck for the second time by a Japanese bullet. Instantly placing himself in the direct line of fire, he shielded the fallen fighter with his own body and staunchly continued his ministrations although constantly menaced by the slashing fury of shrapnel and bullets falling on all sides. Alert, determined and completely unselfish in his concern for the helpless Marine, he persevered in his efforts until he himself sustained mortal wounds and collapsed, heroically sacrificing himself that his comrade might live. By his outstanding valor and unwavering devotion to duty in

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II the face of tremendous odds, Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Halyburton sustained and enhanced the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 8/2/1924 at Canton, North CarolinaHome Town: Canton, North Carolina

*HAMMERBERG, OWEN FRANCIS PATRICKBoatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyDiver, Naval Base, Pearl Harbor, HawaiiDate of Action: February 17, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Owen Francis Patrick Hammerberg, Boatswain's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a Diver engaged in rescue operations at West Loch, Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, 17 February 1945. Aware of the danger when two fellow divers were hopelessly trapped in a cave-in of steel wreckage while tunneling with jet nozzles under an LST sunk in 40 feet of water and 20 feet of mud, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Hammerberg unhesitatingly went overboard in a valiant attempt to effect their rescue despite the certain hazard of additional cave-ins and the risk of fouling his lifeline on jagged pieces of steel imbedded in the shifting mud. Washing a passage through the original excavation, he reached the first of the trapped men, freed him from the wreckage and, working desperately in pitch-black darkness, finally effected his release from fouled lines, thereby enabling him to reach the surface. Wearied but undaunted after several hours of arduous labor, Hammerberg resolved to continue his struggle to wash through the oozing submarine, subterranean mud in a determined effort to save the second diver. Venturing still farther under the buried hulk, he held tenaciously to his purpose, reaching a place immediately above the other man just as another cave-in occurred and a heavy piece of steel pinned him crosswise over his shipmate in a position which protected the man beneath from further injury while placing the full brunt of terrific pressure on himself. Although he succumbed in agony 18 hours after he had gone to the aid of his fellow divers, Boatswain's Mate Second Class Hammerberg, by his cool judgment, unfaltering professional skill and consistent disregard of all personal danger in the face of tremendous odds, had contributed effectively to the saving of his two comrades. His heroic spirit of self-sacrifice throughout enhanced and sustained the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 5/31/1920 at Daggett, MichiganHome Town: Daggett, Michigan

Owen Hammerberg was the only Navy Diver to earn the Medal of Honor during World War II. His was the only award for heroism at Pearl Harbor beyond the fifteen Medals of Honor awarded for heroism during the initial attack on December 7, 1941.

HERRING, RUFUS GEDDIELieutenant, U.S. NavyLanding Craft Infantry Gunboat LCI(G)-449, LCI(G) Group 8,Date of Action: February 17, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Rufus Geddie Herring, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of LCI (G) 449 operating as a unit of LCI (G) Group 8, during the pre-invasion attack on Iwo Jima, Ryukyu Islands, on 17 February 1945. Boldly closing the strongly fortified shores under the devastating fire of Japanese coastal defense guns, Lieutenant (then Lieutenant (j.g.)) Herring directed shattering barrages of 40-mm. and 20-mm. gunfire against hostile beaches until struck down by the enemy's savage counter-fire which blasted the 449's heavy guns and whipped her decks into sheets of flame. Regaining consciousness despite profuse bleeding he was again critically wounded when a Japanese mortar crashed the conning station, instantly killing or fatally wounding most of the officers and leaving the ship wallowing without navigational control. Upon recovering the second time, Lieutenant Herring resolutely climbed down to the pilothouse and, fighting against his rapidly waning strength, took over the helm, established communication with the engineroom, and carried on valiantly until relief could be obtained. When no longer able to stand, he propped himself against empty shell cases and rallied his men to the aid of the wounded; he maintained position in the firing line with his 20-mm. guns in action in the face of sustained enemy fire, and conned his crippled ship to safety. His unwavering fortitude, aggressive perseverance, and indomitable spirit against terrific odds reflect the highest credit upon Lieutenant Herring and uphold the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 6/11/1921 at Roseboro, North CarolinaHome Town: Roseboro, North Carolina

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *HILL, EDWIN JOSEPHChief Boatswain, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Nevada (BB-36)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edwin Joseph Hill, Chief Boatswain, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in the line of his profession, extraordinary courage, and disregard of his own safety during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. During the height of the strafing and bombing, Chief Boatswain Hill led his men of the line-handling details of the U.S.S. Nevada to the quays, cast off the lines and swam back to his ship. Later, while on the forecastle, attempting to let go the anchors, he was blown overboard and killed by the explosion of several bombs.


*HUTCHINS, JOHNNIE DAVIDSeaman First Class, U.S. Navy (Reserve)U.S.S. Landing Ship Tank 473 (LST-473)Date of Action: September 04, 1943Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Johnnie David Hutchins, Seaman First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous valor above and beyond the call of duty while serving on board a Landing Ship Tank (LST-473), during the assault on Lae, New Guinea, 4 September 1943. As the ship on which Seaman First Class Hutchins was stationed approached the enemy-occupied beach under a veritable hail of fire from Japanese shore batteries and aerial bombardment, a hostile torpedo pierced the surf and bore down upon the vessel with deadly accuracy. In the tense split seconds before the helmsman could steer clear of the threatening missile, a bomb struck the pilot house, dislodged him from his station, and left the stricken ship helplessly exposed. Fully aware of the dire peril of the situation, Seaman First Class Hutchins, although mortally wounded by the shattering explosion, quickly grasped the wheel and exhausted the last of his strength in maneuvering the vessel clear of the advancing torpedo. Still clinging to the helm, he eventually succumbed to his injuries, his final thoughts concerned only with the safety of his ship, his final efforts expended toward the security of his mission. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 8/4/1922 at Weimer, TexasHome Town: Weimer, Texas

*JONES, HERBERT CHARPOITEnsign, U.S. Navy (Reserve)U.S.S. California (BB-44)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Herbert Charpoit Jones, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous devotion to duty, extraordinary courage, and complete disregard of his own life, above and beyond the call of duty, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. Ensign Jones organized and led a party, which was supplying ammunition to the antiaircraft battery of the U.S.S. California after the mechanical hoists were put out of action when he was fatally wounded by a bomb explosion. When two men attempted to take him from the area which was on fire, he refused to let them do so, saying in words to the effect, "Leave me alone! I am done for. Get out of here before the magazines go off."

Born: 12/1/1918 at Los Angeles, CaliforniaHome Town: Los Angeles, California

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *KEPPLER, REINHARDT JOHNBoatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. San Francisco (CA-38)Date of Action: November 12 & 13, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Reinhardt John Keppler, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and distinguished courage above and beyond the call of duty while serving aboard the U.S.S. San Francisco during action against enemy Japanese forces in the Solomon Islands, 12 & 13 November 1942. When a hostile torpedo plane, during a daylight air raid, crashed on the after machinegun platform, Boatswain's Mate First Class Keppler promptly assisted in removal of the dead and, by his capable supervision of the wounded, undoubtedly helped save the lives of several shipmates who otherwise might have perished. That night, when the ship's hangar was set afire during the great battle off Savo Island, he bravely led a hose into the starboard side of the stricken area and there, without assistance and despite frequent hits from terrific enemy bombardment, eventually brought the fire under control. Later, although mortally wounded, he labored valiantly in the midst of bursting shells, persistently directing fire-fighting operations and administering to wounded personnel until he finally collapsed from loss of blood. His great personal valor, maintained with utter disregard of personal safety, was in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 1/22/1918 at Ralston, WashingtonHome Town: Ralston, Washington

*KIDD, ISAAC CAMPBELLRear Admiral, U.S. NavyCommander, Battle Ship Division One, U.S.S. Arizona (BB-39)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Isaac Campbell Kidd, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous devotion to duty, extraordinary courage and complete disregard of his own life, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. Rear Admiral Kidd immediately went to the bridge and, as Commander Battleship Division One, courageously discharged his duties as Senior Officer Present Afloat until the U.S.S. Arizona, his Flagship, blew up from magazine explosions and a direct bomb hit on the bridge which resulted in the loss of his life.

Born: 3/26/1884 at Cleveland, OhioHome Town: Cleveland, Ohio

Isaac Kidd graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1906.

*LESTER, FRED FAULKNERHospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 1st Battalion, 6th Marines, 6th Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: June 08, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Fred Faulkner Lester, Hospital Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman with an Assault Rifle Platoon, attached to the First Battalion, Twenty-Second Marines, Sixth Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces on Okinawa Shima in the Ryukyu Chain, 8 June 1945. Quick to spot a wounded Marine lying in an open field be-yond the front lines following the relentless assault against a strategic Japanese hill position, Hospital Apprentice First Class Lester unhesitatingly crawled toward the casualty under a concentrated barrage from hostile machineguns, rifles, and grenades. Torn by enemy rifle bullets as he inched forward, he stoically disregarded the mounting fury of Japanese fire and his own pain to pull the wounded man toward a covered position. Struck by enemy fire a second time before he reached cover, he exerted tremendous effort and succeeded in pulling his comrade to safety where, too seriously wounded himself to administer aid, he instructed two of his squad in proper medical treatment of the rescued Marine. Realizing that his own wounds were fatal, he staunchly refused medical attention for himself and, gathering his fast-waning strength with calm determination, coolly and expertly directed his men in the treatment of two other wounded Marines, succumbing shortly thereafter. Completely selfless in his concern for the welfare of his fighting comrades, Hospital Apprentice First Class Lester, by his indomitable spirit, outstanding valor, and competent direction of others, had saved the life of one who otherwise must have perished and had contributed to the safety of countless others. Lester's fortitude in the face of certain death sustains and enhances the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 4/29/1926 at Downers Grove, IllinoisHome Town: Downers Grove, Illinois

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II MCCAMPBELL, DAVID S.Commander, U.S. NavyAir Group 15 (AG-15), U.S.S. Essex (CV-9)Date of Action: June 19 & October 24 & 25, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David S. McCampbell, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commander, Air Group 15, embarked from the U.S.S. Essex, during combat against enemy Japanese aerial forces in the first and second battles of the Philippine Sea. An inspiring leader, fighting boldly in the face of terrific odds, Commander McCampbell led his fighter planes against a force of 80 Japanese carrier-based aircraft bearing down on our fleet on 19 June 1944. Striking fiercely in valiant defense of our surface force, he personally destroyed seven hostile planes during this single engagement in which the outnumbering attack force was utterly routed and virtually annihilated. During a major fleet engagement with the enemy on 24 October, Commander McCampbell, assisted by but one plane, intercepted and daringly attacked a formation of 60 hostile land-based craft approaching our forces. Fighting desperately but with superb skill against such overwhelming airpower, he shot down nine Japanese planes and, completely disorganizing the enemy group, forced the remainder to abandon the attack before a single aircraft could reach the fleet. His great personal valor and indomitable spirit of aggression under extremely perilous combat conditions reflect the highest credit upon Commander McCampbell and the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 1/16/1910 at Bessemer, AlabamaHome Town: West Palm Beach, Florida

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII)

David McCampbell graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1933. He was the Navy's top ACE of the war with 34 victories, and a record 9 kills in a single day. He was the highest-ranking ACE of any branch of service to survive the war. With award of the Navy Cross on

October 25, 1944, he is the only man ever to earn BOTH of the Navy's top two awards in successive days.MCCANDLESS, BRUCECommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. San Francisco (CA-38)Date of Action: November 12 & 13, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Bruce McCandless, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and exceptionally distinguished service above and beyond the call of duty as Communication Officer of the U.S.S. San Francisco in combat with enemy Japanese forces in the battle off Savo Island, 12 & 13 November 1942. In the midst of a violent night engagement, the fire of a determined and desperate enemy seriously wounded Lieutenant Commander McCandless and rendered him unconscious, killed or wounded the admiral in command, his staff, the Captain of the ship, the navigator, and all other personnel on the navigating and signal bridges. Faced with the lack of superior command upon his recovery, and displaying superb initiative, he promptly assumed command of the ship and ordered her course and gunfire against an overwhelmingly powerful force. With his superiors in other vessels unaware of the loss of their admiral, and challenged by his great responsibility, Lieutenant Commander McCandless boldly continued to engage the enemy and to lead our column of following vessels to a great victory. Largely through his brilliant seamanship and great courage, the San Francisco was brought back to port, saved to fight again in the service of her country.

Born: 8/12/1911 at Washington, D.C.Home Town: Florence, Colorado

Bruce McCandless graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1932. He married the daughter of WWI Medal of Honor recipient Willis Winter Bradley. His own father, Commodore Byron McCandless, earned the Navy Cross in WWI and was the man who designed both the flag and official seal of the President of the United States. His son, Bruce McCandless, II, became an astronaut and the first person to walk in space untethered.

MCCOOL, RICHARD MILESLieutenant, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. LCS(L)(3)122Date of Action: June 10 & 11, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Miles McCool, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. LCS(L)(3)122 during operations against enemy Japanese forces in the Ryukyu chain, 10 and 11 June 1945. Sharply vigilant during hostile air raids against Allied ships on radar picket duty off Okinawa on 10 June, Lieutenant McCool aided materially in evacuating all survivors from a sinking destroyer which had sustained mortal damage under the devastating attacks. When his own craft was attacked simultaneously by two of the enemy's suicide squadron early in the evening of

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II 11 June, he instantly hurled the full power of his gun batteries against the plunging aircraft, shooting down the first and damaging the second before it crashed his station in the conning tower and engulfed the immediate area in a mass of flames. Although suffering from shrapnel wounds and painful burns, he rallied his concussion-shocked crew and initiated vigorous firefighting measures and then proceeded to the rescue of several trapped in a blazing compartment, subsequently carrying one man to safety despite the excruciating pain of additional severe burns. Unmindful of all personal danger, he continued his efforts without respite until aid arrived from other ships and he was evacuated. By his staunch leadership, capable direction, and indomitable determination throughout the crisis, Lieutenant McCool saved the lives of many who otherwise might have perished and contributed materially to the saving of his ship for further combat service. His valiant spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of extreme peril sustains and enhances the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 1/4/1922 at Tishomingo, OklahomaHome Town: Tishomingo, Oklahoma

Richard McCool graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1945.

O'CALLAHAN, JOSEPH TIMOTHYCommander (Chaplain), U.S. Navy (Reserve)U.S.S. Franklin (CV-13)Date of Action: March 19, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Timothy O'Callahan, Commander (Chaplain), U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Chaplain on board the U.S.S. Franklin when that vessel was fiercely attacked by enemy Japanese aircraft during offensive operations near Kobe, Japan, on 19 March 1945. A valiant and forceful leader, calmly braving the perilous barriers of flame and twisted metal to aid his men and his ship, Lieutenant Commander O'Callahan groped his way through smoke-filled corridors to the open flight deck and into the midst of violently exploding bombs, shells, rockets, and other armament. With the ship rocked by incessant explosions, with debris and fragments raining down and fires raging in ever-increasing fury, he ministered to the wounded and dying, comforting and encouraging men of all faiths; he organized and led firefighting crews into the blazing inferno on the flight deck; he directed the jettisoning of live ammunition and the flooding of the magazine; he manned a hose to cool hot, armed bombs rolling dangerously on the listing deck, continuing his efforts, despite searing, suffocating smoke which forced men to fall back gasping and imperiled others who replaced them. Serving with courage, fortitude, and deep spiritual strength, Lieutenant Commander O'Callahan inspired the gallant officers and men of the Franklin to fight heroically and with profound faith in the face of almost certain death and to return their stricken ship to port.


Lieutenant (j.g.) Donald Gary also earned the Medal of Honor aboard the USS Franklin in this action.

*O'HARE, EDWARD HENRY "BUTCH"Lieutenant, U.S. NavyFighting Squadron 3 (VF-3), U.S.S. Lexington (CV-2)Date of Action: February 20, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Henry "Butch" O'Hare, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in aerial combat, at grave risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty, as section leader and pilot of Fighting Squadron Three (VF-3), embarked from the U.S.S. Lexington, on 20 February 1942. Having lost the assistance of his teammates, Lieutenant O'Hare interposed his plane between his ship and an advancing enemy formation of nine attacking twin-engine heavy bombers. Without hesitation, alone and unaided, he repeatedly attacked this enemy formation, at close range in the face of intense combined machinegun and cannon fire. Despite this concentrated opposition, Lieutenant O'Hare, by his gallant and courageous action, his extremely skillful marksmanship in making the most of every shot of his limited amount of ammunition, shot down five enemy bombers and severely damaged a sixth before they reached the bomb release point. As a result of his gallant action--one of the most daring, if not the most daring, single action in the history of combat aviation--he undoubtedly saved his carrier from serious damage.

Born: 3/13/1914 at St. Louis, MissouriHome Town: St. Louis, Missouri

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII)Edward O'Hare graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1937. He was lost in action in a night mission after his

Medal of Honor mission. The International Airport in Chicago is named for him.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II O'KANE, RICHARD HETHERINGTONCommander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Tang (SS-306)Date of Action: October 23 & 24, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard Hetherington O'Kane, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commanding officer of the U.S.S. Tang operating against two enemy Japanese convoys on 23 and 24 October 1944, during her fifth and last war patrol. Boldly maneuvering on the surface into the midst of a heavily escorted convoy, Commander O'Kane stood in the fusillade of bullets and shells from all directions to launch smashing hits on three tankers, coolly swung his ship to fire at a freighter and, in a split-second decision, shot out of the path of an onrushing transport, missing it by inches. Boxed in by blazing tankers, a freighter, transport, and several destroyers, he blasted two of the targets with his remaining torpedoes and, with pyrotechnics bursting on all sides, cleared the area. Twenty-four hours later, he again made contact with a heavily escorted convoy steaming to support the Leyte campaign with reinforcements and supplies and with crated planes piled high on each unit. In defiance of the enemy's relentless fire, he closed the concentration of ships and in quick succession sent two torpedoes each into the first and second transports and an adjacent tanker, finding his mark with each torpedo in a series of violent explosions at less than l,000-yard range. With ships bearing down from all sides, he charged the enemy at high speed, exploding the tanker in a burst of flame, smashing the transport dead in the water, and blasting the destroyer with a mighty roar which rocked the Tang from stem to stern. Expending his last two torpedoes into the remnants of a once powerful convoy before his own ship went down, Commander O'Kane, aided by his gallant command, achieved an illustrious record of heroism in combat, enhancing the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 2/2/1911 at Dover, New HampshireHome Town: Durham, New Hampshire

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII), Navy Cross w/Gold Star (WWII), Navy Cross w/2nd Gold Star (WWII)Richard O'Kane graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1934.

*PARLE, JOHN JOSEPHEnsign, U.S. Navy (Reserve)U.S.S. LST 375Date of Action: July 09 & 10, 1943Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Joseph Parle, Ensign, U.S. Navy, for valor and courage above and beyond the call of duty as Officer-in-Charge of Small Boats in the U.S.S. LST 375 during the amphibious assault on the Island of Sicily, 9 - 10 July 1943. Realizing that a detonation of explosives would prematurely disclose to the enemy the assault about to be carried out, and with full knowledge of the peril involved, Ensign Parle unhesitatingly risked his life to extinguish a smoke pot accidentally ignited in a boat carrying charges of high explosives, detonating fuses and ammunition. Undaunted by fire and blinding smoke, he entered the craft, quickly snuffed out a burning fuse, and after failing in his desperate efforts to extinguish the fire pot, finally seized it with both hands and threw it over the side. Although he succumbed a week later from smoke and fumes inhaled, Ensign Parle's heroic self-sacrifice prevented grave damage to the ship and personnel and insured the security of a vital mission. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 5/26/1920 at Omaha, NebraskaHome Town: Omaha, Nebraska

*PETERSON, OSCAR VERNERChief Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Neosho (AO-23)Date of Action: May 07, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Oscar Verner Peterson, Chief Watertender, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary courage and conspicuous heroism above and beyond the call of duty while in charge of a repair party during an attack on the U.S.S. Neosho by enemy Japanese aerial forces on 7 May 1942. Lacking assistance because of injuries to the other members of his repair party and severely wounded himself, Chief Watertender Peterson, with no concern for his own life, closed the bulkhead stop valves and in so doing received additional burns which resulted in his death. His spirit of self-sacrifice and loyalty, characteristic of a fine seaman, was in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 8/27/1899 at Prentice, WisconsinHome Town: Prentice, Wisconsin

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II PHARRIS, JACKSON CHARLESLieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. California (BB-44)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jackson Charles Pharris, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while attached to the U.S.S. California during the surprise enemy Japanese aerial attack on Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, 7 December 1941. In charge of the ordnance repair party on the third deck when the first Japanese torpedo struck almost directly under his station, Lieutenant (then Gunner) Pharris was stunned and severely injured by the concussion which hurled him to the overhead and back to the deck. Quickly recovering, he acted on his own initiative to set up a hand-supply ammunition train for the antiaircraft guns. With water and oil rushing in where the port bulkhead had been torn up from the deck, with many of the remaining crewmembers overcome by oil fumes, and the ship without power and listing heavily to port as a result of a second torpedo hit, Lieutenant Pharris ordered the shipfitters to counterflood. Twice rendered unconscious by the nauseous fumes and handicapped by his painful injuries, he persisted in his desperate efforts to speed up the supply of ammunition and at the same time repeatedly risked his life to enter flooding compartments and drag to safety unconscious shipmates who were gradually being submerged in oil. By his inspiring leadership, his valiant efforts and his extreme loyalty to his ship and her crew, he saved many of his shipmates from death and was largely responsible for keeping the California in action during the attack. His heroic conduct throughout this first eventful engagement of World War II reflects the highest credit upon Lieutenant Pharris and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 6/26/1912 at Columbus, GeorgiaHome Town: Columbus, Georgia

PIERCE, FRANCIS JUNIORPharmacist's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 2d Battalion, 4th Marines, 4th Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: March 15 & 16, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Francis Junior Pierce, Pharmacist's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman attached to the Second Battalion, Twenty-Fourth Marines, Fourth Marine Division, during the Iwo Jima campaign, 15 and 16 March 1945. Almost continuously under fire while carrying out the most dangerous volunteer assignments, Pharmacist's Mate First Class Pierce gained valuable knowledge of the terrain and disposition of troops. Caught in heavy enemy rifle and machinegun fire which wounded a corpsman and two of the eight stretcher bearers who were carrying two wounded Marines to a forward aid station on 15 March, Pierce quickly took charge of the party, carried the newly wounded men to a sheltered position, and rendered first aid. After directing the evacuation of three of the casualties, he stood in the open to draw the enemy's fire and, with his weapon blasting, enabled the litter bearers to reach cover. Turning his attention to the other two casualties he was attempting to stop the profuse bleeding of one man when a Japanese fired from a cave less than 20 yards away and wounded his patient again. Risking his own life to save his patient, Pierce deliberately exposed himself to draw the attacker from the cave and destroyed him with the last of his ammunition Then lifting the wounded man to his back, he advanced unarmed through deadly rifle fire across 200 feet of open terrain. Despite exhaustion and in the face of warnings against such a suicidal mission, he again traversed the same fire-swept path to rescue the remaining Marine. On the following morning, he led a combat patrol to the sniper nest and, while aiding a stricken Marine, was seriously wounded. Refusing aid for himself, he directed treatment for the casualty, at the same time maintaining protective fire for his comrades. Completely fearless, completely devoted to the care of his patients, Pharmacist's Mate First Class Pierce inspired the entire battalion. His valor in the face of extreme peril sustains and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 12/7/1924 at Earlville, IowaHome Town: Earlville, Iowa

After leaving the military, Pierce attended Michigan State College, University of Louisville, Community College at Pontiac (MI), and Grand Rapids (MI) Junior College. He held the rank of Inspector with the Grand Rapids Police Department, and lectured on police patrol, riot control, explosives, and drug abuse. He also served as explosive disposal officer for areas of Western Michigan. Pierce also provided riot control work in training units of the Michigan National Guard and Army Reserves.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *POWERS, JOHN JAMESLieutenant, U.S. NavyBombing Squadron 5 (VB-5), U.S.S. Yorktown (CV-5)Date of Action: April 04 - 08, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John James Powers, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for distinguished and conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty, while Pilot of an airplane of Bombing Squadron Five (VB-5) embarked from the U.S.S. Yorktown. Lieutenant Powers participated, with his squadron, in five engagements with Japanese forces in the Coral Sea area and adjacent waters during the period 4 to 8 May 1942. Three attacks were made on enemy objectives at or near Tulagi on 4 May. In these attacks he scored a direct hit which instantly demolished a large enemy gunboat or destroyer and is credited with two close misses, one of which severely damaged a large aircraft tender, the other damaging a 20,000-ton transport. He fearlessly strafed a gunboat, firing all his ammunition into it amid intense antiaircraft fire. This gunboat was then observed to be leaving a heavy oil slick in its wake and later was seen beached on a nearby island. On 7 May, an attack was launched against an enemy airplane carrier and other units of the enemy's invasion force. He fearlessly led his attack section of three Douglas Dauntless dive bombers, to attack the carrier. On this occasion he dived in the face of heavy antiaircraft fire, to an altitude well below the safety altitude, at the risk of his life and almost certain damage to his own plane, in order that he might positively obtain a hit in a vital part of the ship, which would insure her complete destruction. This bomb hit was noted by many pilots and observers to cause a tremendous explosion engulfing the ship in a mass of flame, smoke, and debris. The ship sank soon after. That evening, in his capacity as Squadron Gunnery Officer, Lieutenant Powers gave a lecture to the squadron on point-of-aim and diving technique. During this discourse he advocated low release point in order to insure greater accuracy; yet he stressed the danger not only from enemy fire and the resultant low pull-out, but from own bomb blast and bomb fragments. Thus his low-dive bombing attacks were deliberate and premeditated, since he well knew and realized the dangers of such tactics, but went far beyond the call of duty in order to further the cause which he knew to be right. The next morning, 8 May, as the pilots of the attack group left the ready room to man planes, his indomitable spirit and leadership were well expressed in his own words, "Remember the folks back home are counting on us. I am going to get a hit if one have to lay it on their flight deck.'' He led his section of dive bombers down to the target from an altitude of 18,000 feet, through a wall of bursting antiaircraft shells and into the face of enemy fighter planes. Again, completely disregarding the safety altitude and without fear or concern for his safety, Lieutenant Powers courageously pressed home his attack, almost to the very deck of an enemy carrier and did not release his bomb until he was sure of a direct hit. He was last seen attempting recovery from his dive at the extremely low altitude of 200 feet, and amid a terrific barrage of shell and bomb fragments, smoke, flame and debris from the stricken vessel.


John J. Powers graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1935.

PRESTON, ARTHUR MURRAYLieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy (Reserve)Torpedo Boat Squadron 33 (MTB-33),Date of Action: September 16, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Arthur Murray Preston, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commander, Motor Torpedo Boat Squadron Thirty-Three (MTB-33), while effecting the rescue of a Navy pilot shot down in Wasile Bay, Halmahera Island, less than 200 yards from a strongly defended Japanese dock and supply area, 16 September 1944. Volunteering for a perilous mission unsuccessfully attempted by the pilot's squadron mates and a PBY plane, Lieutenant Commander (then Lieutenant) Preston led PT-489 and PT-363 through 60 miles of restricted, heavily mined waters. Twice turned back while running the gauntlet of fire from powerful coastal defense guns guarding the 11-mile strait at the entrance to the bay, he was again turned back by furious fire in the immediate area of the downed airman. Aided by an aircraft smokescreen, he finally succeeded in reaching his objective and, under vicious fire delivered at 150-yard range, took the pilot aboard and cleared the area, sinking a small hostile cargo vessel with 40-mm fire during retirement. Increasingly vulnerable when covering aircraft were forced to leave because of insufficient fuel, Lieutenant Commander Preston raced PT boats 489 and 363 at high speed for 20 minutes through shell-splashed water and across minefields to safety. Under continuous fire for 2l/2 hours, Lieutenant Commander Preston successfully achieved a mission considered suicidal in its tremendous hazards, and brought his boats through without personnel casualties and with but superficial damage from shrapnel. His exceptional daring and great personal valor enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 11/1/1913 at Washington, D.C.Home Town: Maryland

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II RAMAGE, LAWSON PATERSON "RED"Commander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Parche (SS-384)Date of Action: July 31, 1944Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Lawson Paterson "Red" Ramage, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Parche in a predawn attack on a Japanese convoy in the South China Sea, 31 July 1944. Boldly penetrating the screen of a heavily escorted convoy, Commander Ramage launched a perilous surface attack by delivering a crippling stern shot into a freighter and quickly following up with a series of bow and stern torpedoes to sink the leading tanker and damage the second one. Exposed by the light of bursting flares and bravely defiant of terrific shellfire passing close overhead, he struck again, sinking a transport by two forward reloads. In the mounting fury of fire from the damaged and sinking tanker, he calmly ordered his men below, remaining on the bridge to fight it out with an enemy now disorganized and confused. Swift to act as a fast transport closed in to ram, Commander Ramage daringly swung the stern of the speeding Parche as she crossed the bow of the onrushing ship, clearing by less than 50 feet but placing his submarine in a deadly crossfire from escorts on all sides and with the transport dead ahead. Undaunted, he sent three smashing "down the throat" bow shots to stop the target, then scored a killing hit as a climax to 46 minutes of violent action with the Parche and her valiant fighting company retiring victorious and unscathed.

Born: 1/19/1909 at Monroe Bridge, MassachusettsHome Town: Lowville, New York

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII), Navy Cross w/Gold Star (WWII)Lawson Ramage graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1931.

*REEVES, THOMAS JAMESRadio Electrician, U.S. NavyU.S.S. California (BB-44)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas James Reeves, Radio Electrician, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in the line of his profession, extraordinary courage and disregard of his own safety during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. After the mechanized ammunition hoists were put out of action in the U.S.S. California, Radio Electrician Reeves, on his own initiative, in a burning passageway, assisted in the maintenance of an ammunition supply by hand to the antiaircraft guns until he was overcome by smoke and fire, which resulted in his death.

Born: 12/9/1895 at Thomaston, ConnecticutHome Town: Thomaston, Connecticut

*RICKETTS, MILTON ERNESTLieutenant, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Yorktown (CV-5)Date of Action: May 08, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Milton Ernest Ricketts, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary and distinguished gallantry above and beyond the call of duty as Officer-in-Charge of the Engineering Repair Party of the U.S.S. Yorktown in action against enemy Japanese forces in the Battle of the Coral Sea on 8 May 1942. During the severe bombarding of the Yorktown by enemy Japanese forces, an aerial bomb passed through and exploded directly beneath the compartment in which Lieutenant Ricketts' battle station was located, killing, wounding or stunning all of his men and mortally wounding him. Despite his ebbing strength, Lieutenant Ricketts promptly opened the valve of a near-by fireplug, partially led out the fire hose and directed a heavy stream of water into the fire before dropping dead beside the hose. His courageous action, which undoubtedly prevented the rapid spread of fire to serious proportions, and his unflinching devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.


Milton Ricketts graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1935.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *ROOKS, ALBERT HAROLDCaptain, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Houston (CA-30)Date of Action: February 04 - 27, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Albert Harold Rooks, Captain, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism, outstanding courage, gallantry in action and distinguished service in the line of his profession, as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Houston during the period 4 to 27 February 1942, while in action with superior Japanese enemy aerial and surface forces in the Netherlands East Indies. While proceeding to attack an enemy amphibious expedition, as a unit in a mixed force, Houston was heavily attacked by bombers; after evading four attacks, she was heavily hit in a fifth attack, lost 60 killed and had one turret wholly disabled. Captain Rooks made his ship again seaworthy and sailed within three days to escort an important reinforcing convoy from Darwin to Koepang, Timor, Netherlands East Indies. While so engaged, another powerful air attack developed which by Houston's marked efficiency was fought off without much damage to the convoy. The commanding general of all forces in the area thereupon canceled the movement and Captain Rooks escorted the convoy back to Darwin. Later, while in a considerable American-British-Dutch force engaged with an overwhelming force of Japanese surface ships, Houston with H.M.S. Exeter carried the brunt of the battle, and her fire alone heavily damaged one and possibly two heavy cruisers. Although heavily damaged in the actions, Captain Rooks succeeded in disengaging his ship when the flag officer commanding broke off the action and got her safely away from the vicinity, whereas one-half of the cruisers were lost.

Born: 12/29/1891 at Colton, WashingtonHome Town: Colton, Washington

Albert Rooks graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1914.

ROSS, DONALD KIRBYWarrant Machinist, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Nevada (BB-36)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Donald Kirby Ross, Warrant Machinist, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in the line of his profession, extraordinary courage and disregard of his own life during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. When his station in the forward dynamo room of the U.S.S. Nevada became almost untenable due to smoke, steam, and heat, Warrant Machinist Ross forced his men to leave that station and performed all the duties himself until blinded and unconscious. Upon being rescued and resuscitated, he returned and secured the forward dynamo room and proceeded to the after dynamo room where he was later again rendered unconscious by exhaustion. Again recovering consciousness he returned to his station where he remained until directed to abandon it.

Born: 12/8/1910 at Beverly, KansasHome Town: Denver, Colorado

SCHONLAND, HERBERT EMERYCommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. San Francisco (BB-44)Date of Action: November 12 & 13, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Herbert Emery Schonland, Commander, U.S. Navy, for extreme heroism and courage above and beyond the call of duty as Damage Control Officer of the U.S.S. San Francisco in action against greatly superior enemy forces in the battle off Savo Island, 12 - 13 November 1942. In the same violent night engagement in which all of his superior officers were killed or wounded, Lieutenant Commander Schonland was fighting valiantly to free the San Francisco of large quantities of water flooding the second deck compartments through numerous shell holes caused by enemy fire. Upon being informed that he was commanding officer, he ascertained that the conning of the ship was being efficiently handled, then directed the officer who had taken over that task to continue while he himself resumed the vitally important work of maintaining the stability of the ship. In water waist deep, he carried on his efforts in darkness illuminated only by hand lanterns until water in flooded compartments had been drained or pumped off and watertight integrity had again been restored to the San Francisco. His great personal valor and gallant devotion to duty at great peril to his own life were instrumental in bringing his ship back to port under her own power, saved to fight again in the service of her country.


Herbert Schonland graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1925.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *SCOTT, NORMANRear Admiral, U.S. NavyCommander, Surface Task Force, U.S.S. Atlanta (CL-51)Date of Action: October 1 & 12 and November 12 & 13, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Norman Scott, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty during action against enemy Japanese forces off Savo Island on the night of 11 - 12 October and again on the night of 12 - 13 November 1942. In the earlier action, intercepting a Japanese Task Force intent upon storming our island positions and landing reinforcements at Guadalcanal, Rear Admiral Scott, with courageous skill and superb coordination of the units under his command, destroyed eight hostile vessels and put the others to flight. Again challenged, a month later, by the return of a stubborn and persistent foe, he led his force into a desperate battle against tremendous odds, directing close-range operations against the invading enemy until he himself was killed in the furious bombardment by their superior firepower. On each of these occasions his dauntless initiative, inspiring leadership and judicious foresight in a crisis of grave responsibility contributed decisively to the rout of a powerful invasion fleet and to the consequent frustration of a formidable Japanese offensive. He gallantly gave his life in the service of his country.

Born: 8/10/1889 at Indianapolis, IndianaHome Town: Indianapolis, Indiana

Norman Scott graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1911.

*SCOTT, ROBERT RAYMONDMachinist's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. California BB-39)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert Raymond Scott, Machinist's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous devotion to duty, extraordinary courage and complete disregard of his own life, above and beyond the call of duty, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. The compartment, in the U.S.S. California, in which the air compressor, to which Machinist's Mate First Class Scott was assigned as his battle station, was flooded as the result of a torpedo hit. The remainder of the personnel evacuated that compartment but Scott refused to leave, saying words to the effect "This is my station and I will stay and give them air as long as the guns are going.''

Born: 7/13/1915 at Massillon, OhioHome Town: Massillon, Ohio

STREET, GEORGE LEVICK, IIICommander, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Tirante (SS-420)Date of Action: April 14, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Levick Street, III, Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as commanding officer of the U.S.S. Tirante during the first war patrol of that vessel against enemy Japanese surface forces in the harbor of Quelpart Island, off the coast of Korea, on 14 April 1945. With the crew at surface battle stations, Commander (then Lieutenant Commander) Street approached the hostile anchorage from the south within 1,200 yards of the coast to complete a reconnoitering circuit of the island. Leaving the 10-fathom curve far behind he penetrated the mined and shoal-obstructed waters of the restricted harbor despite numerous patrolling vessels and in defiance of five shore-based radar stations and menacing aircraft. Prepared to fight it out on the surface if attacked, Commander Street went into action, sending two torpedoes with deadly accuracy into a large Japanese ammunition ship and exploding the target in a mountainous and blinding glare of white flames. With the Tirante instantly spotted by the enemy as she stood out plainly in the flare of light, he ordered the torpedo data computer set up while retiring and fired his last two torpedoes to disintegrate in quick succession the leading frigate and a similar flanking vessel. Clearing the gutted harbor at emergency full speed ahead, he slipped undetected along the shoreline, diving deep as a pursuing patrol dropped a pattern of depth charges at the point of submergence. His illustrious record of combat achievement during the first war patrol of the Tirante characterizes Commander Street as a daring and skilled leader and reflects the highest credit upon himself, his valiant command, and the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 7/27/1913 at Richmond, VirginiaHome Town: Richmond, Virginia

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII)George Street graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1937.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II *TOMICH, PETERChief Watertender, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Utah (AG-16)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Peter Tomich, Chief Watertender, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in the line of his profession, and extraordinary courage and disregard of his own safety, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by the Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. Although realizing that the ship was capsizing, as a result of enemy bombing and torpedoing, Chief Watertender Tomich remained at his post in the engineering plant of the U.S.S. Utah, until he saw that all boilers were secured and all fireroom personnel had left their stations, and by so doing lost his own life .

Born: 6/3/1893 at Prolog, AustriaHome Town: New Jersey

Five years before World War I began, Peter Tomich (Tonic) immigrated to the United States. When war broke out he enlisted in the U.S. Army where he served until January 13, 1919. He received U.S. Citizenship and, ten days after his Army enlistment expired, joined the Navy. He had no known relatives so when the destroyer named in his honor was commissioned in 1943, it was decided to award his Medal to the ship itself. The award was presented on January 4, 1944 by Rear Admiral Monroe Kelly. In 1946 the USS Tomich was mothballed. In 1947, Governor Herbert B. Maw of Utah proclaimed Peter Tomich an honorary citizen of that State, and guardianship of his Medal was granted to Utah. In 1989 the Navy built the Senior Enlisted Academy in Newport, RI and named the building TOMICH HALL. The facility is a combination of academy, dormitory and museum. Chief Tomich's Medal of Honor is now proudly displayed on the Quarterdeck of Tomich Hall where his adopted family, the chief petty officers of the Navy are inspired, even today, by his actions more than half-century ago.

*VAN VALKENBURGH, FRANKLINCaptain, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Arizona (BB-36)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Franklin Van Valkenburgh, Captain, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous devotion to duty, extraordinary courage and complete disregard of his own life, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. As Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Arizona, Captain Van Valkenburgh gallantly fought his ship until the U.S.S. Arizona blew up from magazine explosions and a direct bomb hit on the bridge which resulted in the loss of his life.

Born: 4/5/1888 at Minneapolis, MinnesotaHome Town: Wisconsin

Franklin Van Valkenburgh graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1909.

*VAN VOORHIS, BRUCE AVERYLieutenant Commander, U.S. NavyBombing Squadron 102 (VB-102),Date of Action: July 06, 1943Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Bruce Avery Van Voorhis, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Squadron Commander of Bombing Squadron One Hundred Two (VB-102) and as Plane Commander of a PB4Y-I Patrol Bomber operating against the enemy on Japanese-held Greenwich Island during the battle of the Solomon Islands, 6 July 1943. Fully aware of the limited chance of surviving an urgent mission, voluntarily undertaken to prevent a surprise Japanese attack against our forces, Lieutenant Commander Van Voorhis took off in total darkness on a perilous 700-mile flight without escort or support. Successful in reaching his objective despite treacherous and varying winds, low visibility and difficult terrain, he fought a lone but relentless battle under fierce antiaircraft fire and overwhelming aerial opposition. Forced lower and lower by pursuing planes, he coolly persisted in his mission of destruction. Abandoning all chance of a safe return he executed six bold ground-level attacks to demolish the enemy's vital radio station, installations, antiaircraft guns and crews with bombs and machinegun fire, and to destroy one fighter plane in the air and three on the water. Caught in his own bomb blast, Lieutenant Commander Van Voorhis crashed into the lagoon off the beach, sacrificing himself in a single-handed fight against almost insuperable odds, to make a distinctive contribution to our continued offensive in driving the Japanese from the Solomons and, by his superb daring, courage and resoluteness of purpose, enhanced the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 1/29/1908 at Aberdeen, WashingtonHome Town: Nevada

Bruce Van Voorhis graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1929.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II WAHLEN, GEORGE EDWARDPharmacist's Mate Second Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, Company F, 2d Battalion, 26th Marines, 5th Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: March 03, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to George Edward Wahlen, Pharmacist's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman with Company F, Second Battalion, Twenty-Sixth Marines, Fifth Marine Division, during action against enemy Japanese forces on Iwo Jima in the Volcano group on 3 March 1945. Painfully wounded in the bitter action on 26 February, Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Wahlen remained on the battlefield, advancing well forward of the frontlines to aid a wounded Marine and carrying him back to safety despite a terrific concentration of fire. Tireless in his ministrations, he consistently disregarded all danger to attend his fighting comrades as they fell under the devastating rain of shrapnel and bullets, and rendered prompt assistance to various elements of his combat group as required. When an adjacent platoon suffered heavy casualties, he defied the continuous pounding of heavy mortars and deadly fire of enemy rifles to care for the wounded, working rapidly in an area swept by constant fire and treating 14 casualties before returning to his own platoon. Wounded again on 2 March, he gallantly refused evacuation, moving out with his company the following day in a furious assault across 600 yards of open terrain and repeatedly rendering medical aid while exposed to the blasting fury of powerful Japanese guns. Stouthearted and indomitable, he persevered in his determined efforts as his unit waged fierce battle and, unable to walk after sustaining a third agonizing wound, resolutely crawled 50 yards to administer first aid to still another fallen fighter. By his dauntless fortitude and valor, Pharmacist's Mate Second Class Wahlen served as a constant inspiration and contributed vitally to the high morale of his company during critical phases of this strategically important engagement. His heroic spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of overwhelming enemy fire upheld the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 8/8/1924 at Ogden, UtahHome Town: Ogden, Utah

*WARD, JAMES RICHARDSeaman First Class, U.S. NavyU.S.S. Oklahoma (BB-31)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Richard Ward, Seaman First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous devotion to duty, extraordinary courage and complete disregard of his life, above and beyond the call of duty, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. When it was seen that the U.S.S. Oklahoma was going to capsize and the order was given to abandon ship, Seaman First Class Ward remained in a turret holding a flashlight so the remainder of the turret crew could see to escape, thereby sacrificing his own life.

Born: 9/10/1921 at Springfield, OhioHome Town: Springfield, Ohio

*WILLIAMS, JACKPharmacist's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy (Reserve)Corpsman, 3d Battalion, 38th Marines, 5th Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: March 03, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Jack Williams, Pharmacist's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman with the Third Battalion Twenty-Eighth Marines, Fifth Marine Division, during the occupation of Iwo Jima, Volcano Islands, 3 March 1945. Gallantly going forward on the frontlines under intense enemy small-arms fire to assist a Marine wounded in a fierce grenade battle, Pharmacist's Mate Third Class Williams dragged the man to a shallow depression and was kneeling, using his own body as a screen from the sustained fire as he administered first aid, when struck in the abdomen and groin three times by hostile rifle fire. Momentarily stunned, he quickly recovered and completed his ministration before applying battle dressings to his own multiple wounds. Unmindful of his own urgent need for medical attention, he remained in the perilous fire-swept area to care for another Marine casualty. Heroically completing his task despite pain and profuse bleeding, he then endeavored to make his way to the rear in search of adequate aid for himself when struck down by a Japanese sniper bullet which caused his collapse. Succumbing later as a result of his self-sacrificing service to others,

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients World War II Pharmacist's Mate Third Class Williams, by his courageous determination, unwavering fortitude and valiant performance of duty, served as an inspiring example of heroism, in keeping with the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 10/18/1924 at Harrison, ArkansasHome Town: Harrison, Arkansas

*WILLIS, JOHN HARLANPharmacist's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 3d Battalion, 27th Marines, 5th Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: February 28, 1945Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Harlan Willis, Pharmacist's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Platoon Corpsman serving with the Third Battalion, Twenty-Seventh Marines, Fifth Marine Division, during operations against enemy Japanese forces on Iwo Jima, Volcano Islands, 28 February 1945. Constantly imperiled by artillery and mortar fire from strong and mutually supporting pillboxes and caves studding Hill 362 in the enemy's cross-island defenses, Pharmacist's Mate First Class Willis resolutely administered first aid to the many Marines wounded during the furious close-in fighting until he himself was struck by shrapnel and was ordered back to the battle-aid station. Without waiting for official medical release, he quickly returned to his company and, during a savage hand-to-hand enemy counterattack, daringly advanced to the extreme frontlines under mortar and sniper fire to aid a Marine lying wounded in a shellhole. Completely unmindful of his own danger as the Japanese intensified their attack, Willis calmly continued to administer blood plasma to his patient, promptly returning the first hostile grenade which landed in the shell-hole while he was working and hurling back seven more in quick succession before the ninth one exploded in his hand and instantly killed him. By his great personal valor in saving others at the sacrifice of his own life, Pharmacist's Mate First Class Willis inspired his companions, although terrifically outnumbered, to launch a fiercely determined attack and repulse the enemy force. His exceptional fortitude and courage in the performance of duty reflect the highest credit upon Willis and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 6/10/1921 at Columbia, TennesseeHome Town: Columbia, Tennessee

*YOUNG, CASSINCommander, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Vestal (AR-4)Date of Action: December 07, 1941Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Cassin Young, Commander, U.S. Navy, for distinguished conduct in action, outstanding heroism and utter disregard of his own safety, above and beyond the call of duty, as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Vestal, during the attack on the Fleet in Pearl Harbor, Territory of Hawaii, by enemy Japanese forces on 7 December 1941. Commander Young proceeded to the bridge and later took personal command of the three-inch antiaircraft gun. When blown overboard by the blast of the forward magazine explosion of the U.S.S. Arizona, to which the U.S.S. Vestal was moored, he swam back to his ship. The entire forward part of the U.S.S. Arizona was a blazing inferno with oil afire on the water between the two ships; as a result of several bomb hits, the U.S.S. Vestal was afire in several places, was settling and taking on a list. Despite severe enemy bombing and strafing at the time, and his shocking experience of having been blown overboard, Commander Young, with extreme coolness and calmness, moved his ship to an anchorage distant from the U.S.S. Arizona, and subsequently beached the U.S.S. Vestal upon determining that such action was required to save his ship.

Born: 3/6/1894 at Washington, D.C.Home Town: Wisconsin

Other Award: Navy Cross (WWII)Cassin Young graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1916. He was one of only five (of fifteen) Medal of Honor

recipients from Pearl Harbor to survive the attack, and was killed in action the following year during the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal.

Korean War*BENFOLD, EDWARD CLYDE "TED"Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 1st Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: September 05, 1952Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Edward Clyde "Ted" Benfold, Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. Navy, for gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman attached to a company in the First Marine Division, in operations against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 5 September 1952. When his company was subjected to heavy artillery and mortar barrages, followed by a determined assault during the hours of darkness by an enemy force estimated at battalion strength, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Benfold resolutely moved from position to position in the face of intense hostile fire, treating the wounded and lending words of encouragement. Leaving the protection of his sheltered position to treat the wounded when the platoon area in which he was working was attacked from both the front and rear, he moved forward to an exposed ridge line where he observed two marines in a large crater. As he approached the two men to determine their condition, an enemy soldier threw two grenades into the crater while two other enemy charged the position. Picking up a grenade in each hand, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Benfold leaped out of the crater and hurled himself against the on-rushing hostile soldiers, pushing the grenades against their chests and killing both the attackers. Mortally wounded while carrying out this heroic act, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Benfold, by his great personal valor and resolute spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of almost certain death, was directly responsible for saving the lives of his two comrades. His exceptional courage reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for others.

Born: 1/15/1931 at Staten Island, New YorkHome Town: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

CHARETTE, WILLIAM RICHARDHospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, Company F, 2d Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: March 27, 1953Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Richard Charette, Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Medical Corpsman with Company F, Second Battalion, Seventh Marines, First Marine Division, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea during the early morning hours on 27 March 1953. Participating in a fierce encounter with a cleverly concealed and well-entrenched enemy force occupying positions on a vital and bitterly contested outpost far in advance of the main line of resistance, Hospital Corpsman Third Class. Charette repeatedly and unhesitatingly moved about through a murderous barrage of hostile small-arms and mortar fire to render assistance to his wounded comrades. When an enemy grenade landed within a few feet of a marine he was attending, he immediately threw himself upon the stricken man and absorbed the entire concussion of the deadly missile with his body. Although sustaining painful facial wounds, and undergoing shock from the intensity of the blast which ripped the helmet and medical aid kit from his person, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Charette resourcefully improvised emergency bandages by tearing off part of his clothing, and gallantly continued to administer medical aid to the wounded in his own unit and to those in adjacent platoon areas as well. Observing a seriously wounded comrade whose armored vest had been torn from his body by the blast from an exploding shell, he selflessly removed his own battle vest and placed it upon the helpless man although fully aware of the added jeopardy to himself. Moving to the side of another casualty who was suffering excruciating pain from a serious leg wound, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Charette stood upright in the trench line and exposed himself to a deadly hail of enemy fire in order to lend more effective aid to the victim and to alleviate his anguish while being removed to a position of safety. By his indomitable courage and inspiring efforts in behalf of his wounded comrades, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Charette was directly responsible for saving many lives. His great personal valor reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 3/29/1932 at Ludington, MichiganHome Town: Ludington, Michigan

Corpsman William Charette was designated the Korean War veteran to select from the remains of three unidentified combat casualties, the Unknown Soldier of the Korean War.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Korean War *DEWERT, RICHARD DAVIDHospital Corpsman, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 1st Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: April 05, 1951Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Richard David Dewert, Hospital Corpsman, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Hospital Corpsman attached to a Company in the First Marine Division, in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea on 5 April 1951. When a fire team from the point platoon of his company was pinned down by a deadly barrage of hostile automatic weapons fired and suffered many casualties, Hospital Corpsman Dewert rushed to the assistance of one of the more seriously wounded and, despite a painful leg wound sustained while dragging the stricken marine to safety, steadfastly refused medical treatment for himself and immediately dashed back through the fireswept area to carry a second wounded man out of the line of fire. Undaunted by the mounting hail of devastating enemy fire, he bravely moved forward a third time and received another serious wound in the shoulder after discovering that a wounded marine had already died. Still persistent in his refusal to submit to first aid, he resolutely answered the call of a fourth stricken comrade and, while rendering medical assistance, was himself mortally wounded by a burst of enemy fire. His courageous initiative, great personal valor, and heroic spirit of self-sacrifice in the face of overwhelming odds reflect the highest credit upon Hospital Corpsman Dewert and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 11/17/1931 at Taunton, MassachusettsHome Town: Taunton, Massachusetts

*HAMMOND, FRANCIS COLTONHospitalman, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 1st Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: March 26 & 27, 1953Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Francis Colton Hammond, Hospitalman, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a Hospital Corpsman serving with the First Marine Division in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea, on the night of 26 - 27 March 1953. After reaching an intermediate objective during a counterattack against a heavily entrenched and numerically superior hostile force occupying ground on a bitterly contested outpost far in advance of the main line of resistance, Hospital Corpsman Hammond's platoon was subjected to a murderous barrage of hostile mortar and artillery fire, followed by a vicious assault by onrushing enemy troops. Resolutely advancing through the veritable curtain of fire to aid his stricken comrades, Hospital Corpsman Hammond moved among the stalwart garrison of marines and, although critically wounded himself, valiantly continued to administer aid to the other wounded throughout an exhausting four-hour period. When the unit was ordered to withdraw, he skillfully directed the evacuation of casualties and remained in the fire-swept area to assist the corpsmen of the relieving unit until he was struck by a round of enemy mortar fire and fell, mortally wounded. By his exceptional fortitude, inspiring initiative and self-sacrificing efforts, Hospital Corpsman Hammond undoubtedly saved the lives of many marines. His great personal valor in the face of overwhelming odds enhances and sustains the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 11/9/1931 at Alexandria, VirginiaHome Town: Alexandria, Virginia

HUDNER, THOMAS JEROMELieutenant (j.g.), U.S. NavyFighter Squadron 32 (VF-32), Air Group 3 (AG-3), U.S.S. LeyteDate of Action: December 04, 1950Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Jerome Hudner, Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a pilot in Fighter Squadron Thirty-Two (VF-32), embarked from the U.S.S. Leyte, while attempting to rescue a squadron mate whose plane struck by antiaircraft fire and trailing smoke, was forced down behind enemy lines near the Chosin Reservoir, North Korea, on 4 December 1950. Quickly maneuvering to circle the downed pilot and protect him from enemy troops infesting the area, Lieutenant (j.g.) Hudner risked his life to save the injured flier who was trapped alive in the burning wreckage. Fully aware of the extreme danger in landing on the rough mountainous terrain and the scant hope of escape or survival in subzero temperature, he put his plane down skillfully in a deliberate wheels-up landing in the presence of enemy troops. With his bare hands, he packed the fuselage with snow to keep the flames away from the pilot and struggled to pull him free. Unsuccessful in this, he returned to his crashed aircraft and radioed other airborne planes, requesting that a helicopter be dispatched with an ax and fire extinguisher. He then remained on the spot despite the continuing danger from enemy action and, with the assistance of the rescue pilot,

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Korean War renewed a desperate but unavailing battle against time, cold, and flames. Lieutenant (j.g.) Hudner's exceptionally valiant action and selfless devotion to a shipmate sustain and enhance the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 8/31/1924 at Fall River, MassachusettsHome Town: Fall River, Massachusetts

Thomas Hudner graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1947. Jesse LeRoy Brown, the fellow pilot Tom Hudner crash landed next to in order to try and rescue was the Navy's FIRST Black Aviator, and the first Black American to have a Naval Ship named for him.

*KILMER, JOHN EDWARDHospital Corpsman, U.S. NavyCorpsman, 1st Marine Division (Attached)Date of Action: August 13, 1952Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Edward Kilmer, Hospital Corpsman, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a Medical Corpsman with the First Marine Division in action against enemy aggressor forces in Korea, on 13 August 1952. With his company engaged in defending a vitally important hill position well forward of the main line of resistance during an assault by large concentrations of hostile troops, Hospital Corpsman Kilmer repeatedly braved intense enemy mortar, artillery, and sniper fire to move from one position to another, administering aid to the wounded and expediting their evacuation. Painfully wounded himself when struck by mortar fragments while moving to the aid of a casualty, he persisted in his efforts and inched his way to the side of the stricken marine through a hail of enemy shells falling around him. Undaunted by the devastating hostile fire, he skillfully administered first aid to his comrade and, as another mounting barrage of enemy fire shattered the immediate area, unhesitatingly shielded the wounded man with his body. Mortally wounded by flying shrapnel while carrying out this heroic action, Hospital Corpsman Kilmer, by his great personal valor and gallant spirit of self-sacrifice in saving the life of a comrade, served to inspire all who observed him. His unyielding devotion to duty in the face of heavy odds reflects the highest credit upon himself and enhances the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for another.

Born: 8/15/1930 at Highland Park, IllinoisHome Town: Houston, Texas

John "Jackie" Kilmer was the nephew of WWI Distinguished Service Cross Recipient Everett A. Kilmer, and was a distant cousin of poet Joyce Kilmer, who was killed in WWI.

*KOELSCH, JOHN KELVIN (POW)Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. NavyNavy Helicopter Rescue Unit, U.S.S. PrincetonDate of Action: July 03, 1951Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to John Kelvin Koelsch, Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with a Navy Helicopter Rescue Unit embarked from the U.S.S. Princeton, in action near Wonsan, North Korea, on 3 July 1951. Although darkness was rapidly approaching when information was received that a marine aviator had been shot down and was trapped by the enemy in mountainous terrain deep in hostile territory, Lieutenant (j.g.) Koelsch voluntarily flew a helicopter to the reported position of the downed airman in an attempt to effect a rescue. With an almost solid overcast concealing everything below the mountain peaks, he descended in his unarmed and vulnerable aircraft without the accompanying fighter escort to an extremely low altitude beneath the cloud level and began a systematic search. Despite the increasingly intense enemy fire, which struck his helicopter on one occasion, he persisted in his mission until he succeeded in locating the downed pilot, who was suffering from serious burns on the arms and legs. While the victim was being hoisted into the aircraft, it was struck again by an accurate burst of hostile fire and crashed on the side of the mountain. Quickly extricating his crewmen and the aviator from the wreckage, Lieutenant (j.g.) Koelsch led them from the vicinity in an effort to escape from hostile troops, evading the enemy forces for nine days and rendering such medical attention as possible to his severely burned companion until all were captured. Up to the time of his death while still a captive of the enemy, Lieutenant (j.g.) Koelsch steadfastly refused to aid his captors in any manner and served to inspire his fellow prisoners by his fortitude and consideration for others. His great personal valor and heroic spirit of self-sacrifice throughout sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 12/22/1925 at London, EnglandHome Town: Los Angeles, California

Lieutenant Koelsch died of malnutrition on October 16, 1951, while being held by the North Koreans as a prisoner of war. Following the war, when details of Koelsch's valor and resistance as a POW became known, his example became the bases of the Code of Conduct adopted in 1955 to guide future American's who might become POWs.

Vietnam WarBALLARD, DONALD EVERETTHospital Corpsman Second Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, Company M, 3d Battalion, 4th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein) FMF (Attached)Date of Action: May 16, 1968Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Donald Everett Ballard, Hospital Corpsman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Hospital Corpsman Second Class. With Company M, Third Battalion, Fourth Marines, Third Marine Division (Reinforced), Fleet Marine Force, in connection with operations against enemy aggressor forces on 16 May 1968. During the afternoon hours, Company M was moving to join the remainder of the Third Battalion in Quang Tri Province, Republic of Vietnam. After treating and evacuating two heat casualties, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ballard was returning to his platoon from the evacuation landing zone when the company was ambushed by a North Vietnamese Army unit employing automatic weapons and mortars, and sustained numerous casualties. Observing a wounded marine, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ballard unhesitatingly moved across the fire swept terrain to the injured man and swiftly rendered medical assistance to his comrade. Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ballard then directed four marines to carry the casualty to a position of relative safety. As the four men prepared to move the wounded marine, an enemy soldier suddenly left his concealed position and, after hurling a hand grenade which landed near the casualty, commenced firing upon the small group of men. Instantly shouting a warning to the marines, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ballard fearlessly threw himself upon the lethal explosive device to protect his comrades from the deadly blast. When the grenade failed to detonate, he calmly arose from his dangerous position and resolutely continued his determined efforts in treating other marine casualties. Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ballard's heroic actions and selfless concern for the welfare of his companions served to inspire all who observed him and prevented possible injury or death to his fellow marines. His courage, daring initiative, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 12/5/1945 at Kansas City, MissouriHome Town: Kansas City, Missouri

Don Ballard joined the Kansas Army National Guard, retiring as a Colonel, after earning the Medal of Honor on active duty as a Navy Corpsman.

*CAPODANNO, VINCENT ROBERTLieutenant (Chaplain), U.S. NavyChaplain Corps, 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein) FMF (Attached)Date of Action: September 04, 1967Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Vincent Robert Capodanno, Lieutenant (Chaplain), U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Chaplain of the Third Battalion, Fifth Marines, Third Marine Division (Reinforced), Fleet Marine Forces, in connection with operations against enemy forces in Quang Tri Province, Republic of Vietnam, on 4 September 1967. In response to reports that the 2d Platoon of M Company was in danger of being overrun by a massed enemy assaulting force, Lieutenant Capodanno left the relative safety of the company command post and ran through an open area raked with fire, directly to the beleaguered platoon. Disregarding the intense enemy small-arms, automatic-weapons, and mortar fire, he moved about the battlefield administering last rites to the dying and giving medical aid to the wounded. When an exploding mortar round inflicted painful multiple wounds to his arms and legs, and severed a portion of his right hand, he steadfastly refused all medical aid. Instead, he directed the corpsmen to help their wounded comrades and, with calm vigor, continued to move about the battlefield as he provided encouragement by voice and example to the valiant marines. Upon encountering a wounded corpsman in the direct line of fire of an enemy machine gunner positioned approximately 15 yards away, Lieutenant Capodanno rushed in a daring attempt to aid and assist the mortally wounded corpsman. At that instant, only inches from his goal, he was struck down by a burst of machinegun fire. By his heroic conduct on the battlefield, and his inspiring example, Lieutenant Capodanno upheld the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life in the cause of freedom.

Born: 2/13/1929 at Staten Island, New YorkHome Town: Staten Island, New York

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Vietnam War *CARON, WAYNE MAURICEHospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, Headquarters & Service Company, 3d Battalion, 7th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein) FMF (Attached)Date of Action: July 28, 1968Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Wayne Maurice Caron, Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Platoon Corpsman with Company K, Third Battalion, Seventh Marines, Third Marine Division (Reinforced), Fleet Marine Force, during combat operations against enemy forces in Quang Nam Province, Republic of Vietnam, on 28 July 1968. While on a sweep through an open rice field Hospital Corpsman Third Class Caron's unit started receiving enemy small arms fire. Upon seeing two marine casualties fall, he immediately ran forward to render first aid, but found that they were dead. At this time, the platoon was taken under intense small-arms and automatic weapons fire, sustaining additional casualties. As he moved to the aid of his wounded comrades, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Caron was hit in the arm by enemy fire. Although knocked to the ground, he regained his feet and continued to the injured marines. He rendered medical assistance to the first marine he reached, who was grievously wounded, and undoubtedly was instrumental in saving the man's life. Hospital Corpsman Third Class Caron then ran toward the second wounded marine, but was again hit by enemy fire, this time in the leg. Nonetheless, he crawled the remaining distance and provided medical aid for this severely wounded man. Hospital Corpsman Third Class Caron started to make his way to yet another injured comrade, when he was again struck by enemy small-arms fire. Courageously and with unbelievable determination, Hospital Corpsman Third Class Caron continued his attempt to reach the third marine until he was killed by an enemy rocket round. His inspiring valor, steadfast determination and selfless dedication in the face of extreme danger, sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 11/2/1946 at Middleboro, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

*ESTOCIN, MICHAEL JOHN (POW)Captain, U.S. NavyAttack Squadron 192 (VA-192), U.S.S. Ticonderoga (CVA-14)Date of Action: April 20 & 26, 1967Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael John Estocin, Captain, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty on 20 and 26 April 1967 as a pilot in Attack Squadron One Hundred Ninety-Two (VA-192), embarked in U.S.S. Ticonderoga (CVA-14). Leading a three-plane group of aircraft in support of a coordinated strike against two thermal power plants in Haiphong, North Vietnam, on 20 April 1967, Captain Estocin provided continuous warnings to the strike group leaders of the surface-to-air missile (SAM) threats, and personally neutralized three SAM sites. Although his aircraft was severely damaged by an exploding missile, he reentered the target area and relentlessly prosecuted a Shrike attack in the face of intense antiaircraft fire. With less than five minutes of fuel remaining he departed the target area and commenced in-flight refueling which continued for over 100 miles. Three miles aft of Ticonderoga, and without enough fuel for a second approach, he disengaged from the tanker and executed a precise approach to a fiery arrested landing. On 26 April 1967, in support of a coordinated strike against the vital fuel facilities in Haiphong, he led an attack on a threatening SAM site, during which his aircraft was seriously damaged by an exploding SAM; nevertheless, he regained control of his burning aircraft and courageously launched his Shrike missiles before departing the area. By his inspiring courage and unswerving devotion to duty in the face of grave personal danger, Captain Estocin upheld the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 4/27/1931 at Turtle Creek, PennsylvaniaHome Town: Akron, Ohio

INGRAM, ROBERT R.Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein) FMF (Attached)Date of Action: March 28, 1966Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Robert R. Ingram, Hospital Corpsman Third Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Corpsman with Company C, First Battalion, Seventh Marines, Third Marine Division (Reinforced, Fleet Marine Force, against elements of a North Vietnam Aggressor (NVA) battalion in Quang Ngai Province, Republic of Vietnam, on 28 March 1966. Petty Officer Ingram accompanied the point platoon as it aggressively dispatched an outpost of an NVA battalion. The momentum of the

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Vietnam War attack rolled off a ridge line down a tree covered slope to a small paddy and a village beyond. Suddenly, the village tree line exploded with an intense hail of automatic rifle fire from approximately 100 North Vietnamese regulars. In mere moments, the platoon ranks were decimated. Oblivious to the danger, Petty Officer Ingram crawled across the bullet spattered terrain to reach a downed Marine. As he administered aid, a bullet went through the palm of his hand. Calls for "CORPSMAN" echoed across the ridge. Bleeding, he edged across the fire swept landscape, collecting ammunition from the dead and administering aid to the wounded. Receiving two more wounds before realizing the third wound was life-threatening, he looked for a way off the face of the ridge, but again he heard the call for corpsman and again, he resolutely answered. Though severely wounded three times, he rendered aid to those incapable until he finally reached the right flank of the platoon. While dressing the head wound of another corpsman, he sustained his fourth bullet wound. From sixteen hundred hours until just prior to sunset, Petty Officer Ingram pushed, pulled, cajoled, and doctored his Marines. Enduring the pain from his many wounds and disregarding the probability of his demise, Petty Officer Ingram's intrepid actions saved many lives that day. By his indomitable fighting spirit, daring initiative, and unfaltering dedications to duty, Petty Officer Ingram reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Born: 1/20/1945 at Clearwater, FloridaHome Town: Clearwater, Florida

KELLEY, THOMAS GUNNINGLieutenant Commander, U.S. NavyRiver Assault Division 152Date of Action: June 15, 1969Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Gunning Kelley, Lieutenant Commander, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in the afternoon while serving as Commander of River Assault Division 152 during combat operations against enemy aggressor forces on 15 June 1969. Lieutenant Commander (then Lieutenant) Kelley was in charge of a column of eight river assault craft which were extracting one company of U.S. Army infantry troops on the east bank of the Ong Muong Canal in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam, when one of the armored troop carriers reported a mechanical failure of a loading ramp. At approximately the same time, Viet Cong forces opened fire from the opposite bank of the canal. After issuing orders for the crippled troop carrier to raise its ramp manually, and for the remaining boats to form a protective cordon around the disabled craft, Lieutenant Commander Kelley realizing the extreme danger to his column and its inability to clear the ambush site until the crippled unit was repaired, boldly maneuvered the monitor in which he was embarked to the exposed side of the protective cordon in direct line with the enemy's fire, and ordered the monitor to commence firing. Suddenly, an enemy rocket scored a direct hit on the Coxswain's flat, the shell penetrating the thick armor plate, and the explosion spraying shrapnel in all directions. Sustaining serious head wounds from the blast, which hurled him to the deck of the monitor, Lieutenant Commander Kelley disregarded his severe injuries and attempted to continue directing the other boats. Although unable to move from the deck or to speak clearly into the radio, he succeeded in relaying his commands through one of his men until the enemy attack was silenced and the boats were able to move to an area of safety. Lieutenant Commander Kelley's brilliant leadership, bold initiative, and resolute determination served to inspire his men and provide the impetus needed to carry out the mission after he was medically evacuated by helicopter. His extraordinary courage under fire, and his selfless devotion to duty sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.


KERREY, JOSEPH ROBERTLieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy (Reserve)Seal Team 1,Date of Action: March 14, 1969Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Joseph Robert Kerrey, Lieutenant (j.g.), U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a SEAL Team Leader for Seal Team ONE during action against enemy aggressor (Viet Cong) forces in Nha Trang Bay, Republic of Vietnam, on 14 March 1969. Acting in response to reliable intelligence, Lieutenant (j.g.) Kerrey led his SEAL team on a mission to capture important members of the enemy's area political cadre known to be located on an island in the bay of Nha Trang. In order to surprise the enemy, he and his team scaled a 350- foot sheer cliff to place themselves above the ledge on which the enemy was located. Splitting his team in two elements and coordinating both, Lieutenant (j.g.) Kerrey led his men in the treacherous downward descent to the enemy's camp. Just as they neared the end of their descent, intense enemy fire was directed at them, and Lieutenant (j.g.) Kerrey received massive injuries from a grenade which exploded at his feet and threw him backward onto the jagged rocks. Although bleeding profusely and suffering great pain, he displayed

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Vietnam War outstanding courage and presence of mind in immediately directing his element's fire into the heart of the enemy camp. Utilizing his radioman, Lieutenant (j.g.) Kerrey called in the second element's fire support which caught the confused Viet Cong in a devastating crossfire. After successfully suppressing the enemy's fire, and although immobilized by his multiple wounds, he continued to maintain calm, superlative control as he ordered his team to secure and defend an extraction site. Lieutenant (j.g.) Kerrey resolutely directed his men, despite his near-unconscious state, until he was eventually evacuated by helicopter. The havoc brought to the enemy by this very successful mission cannot be over-estimated. The enemy soldiers who were captured provided critical intelligence to the allied effort. Lieutenant (j.g.) Kerrey's courageous and inspiring leadership, valiant fighting spirit, and tenacious devotion to duty in the face of almost overwhelming opposition sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 8/27/1943 at Lincoln, NebraskaHome Town: Omaha, Nebraska

Bob Kerrey was the first U.S. Navy SEAL to receive the Medal of Honor. Following military service he served as Governor of his home state of Nebraska from 1983 - 1987, at which time he was elected to the US Senate. He was an unsuccessful candidate for the Democratic nomination for President in 1992, losing to William J. Clinton.

LASSEN, CLYDE EVERETTLieutenant, U.S. NavyDetachment 104, Helicopter Support Squadron 7, U.S.S. Preble (DLG-15)Date of Action: June 19, 1968Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Clyde Everett Lassen, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Pilot and Aircraft Commander of a search and rescue helicopter, attached to Helicopter Support Squadron 7, during operations against enemy forces in North Vietnam, on 19 June 1968. Launched shortly after midnight to attempt the rescue of two downed aviators, Lieutenant (then Lieutenant (j.g.) Lassen skillfully piloted his aircraft over unknown and hostile terrain to a steep, tree-covered hill on which the survivors had been located. Although enemy fire was being directed at the helicopter, he initially landed in a clear area near the base of the hill, but, due to the dense undergrowth, the survivors could not reach the helicopter. With the aid of flare illumination, Lieutenant Lassen successfully accomplished a hover between two trees at the survivors' position. Illumination was abruptly lost as the last of the flares were expended, and the helicopter collided with a tree, commencing a sharp descent. Expertly righting his aircraft and maneuvering clear, Lieutenant Lassen remained in the area, determined to make another rescue attempt, and encouraged the downed aviators while awaiting resumption of flare illumination. After another unsuccessful, illuminated rescue attempt, and with his fuel dangerously low and his aircraft significantly damaged, he launched again and commenced another approach in the face of the continuing enemy opposition. When flare illumination was again lost, Lieutenant Lassen, fully aware of the dangers in clearly revealing his position to the enemy, turned on his landing lights and completed the landing. On this attempt, the survivors were able to make their way to the helicopter. En route to the coast he encountered and successfully evaded additional hostile antiaircraft fire and, with fuel for only five minutes of flight remaining, landed safely aboard U.S.S. Jouett (DLG-29) .

Born: 3/14/1942 at Fort Myers, FloridaHome Town: Jacksonville, Florida

NORRIS, THOMAS ROLLANDLieutenant, U.S. NavySEAL Advisor, U.S. Military Assistance CommandDate of Action: April 10 - 13, 1972Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Thomas Rolland Norris, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action in the Republic of Vietnam from 10 - 13 April 1972, as a Sea-Air-Land (SEAL) Advisor with the U.S. Military Assistance Command. Lieutenant Norris completed an unprecedented ground rescue of two downed pilots deep within heavily controlled enemy territory in Quang Tri Province. Lieutenant Norris, on the night of 10 April, led a five-man patrol through 2,000 meters of heavily controlled enemy territory, located one of the downed pilots at daybreak, and returned to the Forward Operating Base (FOB). On 11 April, after a devastating mortar and rocket attack on the small FOB, Lieutenant Norris led a three-man team on two unsuccessful rescue attempts for the second pilot. On the afternoon of the 12th, a forward air controller located the pilot and notified Lieutenant Norris. Dressed in fishermen disguises and using a sampan, Lieutenant Norris and one Vietnamese traveled throughout that night and found the injured pilot at dawn. Covering the pilot with bamboo and vegetation, they began the return journey, successfully evading a North Vietnamese patrol. Approaching the FOB, they came under heavy machinegun fire. Lieutenant Norris called in an air strike which provided suppression fire and a smoke screen, allowing the rescue party to reach the FOB. By his outstanding display of decisive leadership, undaunted courage, and selfless dedication in the face of extreme danger, Lieutenant Norris enhanced the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 1/14/1944 at Jacksonville, Florida

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Vietnam War Home Town: Silver Springs, Maryland

The two pilots rescued by Lieutenant Norris were Mark Clark (son of the famous WWII general) and Iceal Hambleton, whose story was told in the movie "Bat 21". Lt. Norris highly classified rescue was omitted from the screenplay. The Vietnamese SEAL who accompanied him was one of only two Vietnamese awarded the Navy Cross during the Vietnam War.

*OUELLET, DAVID GEORGESeaman, U.S. NavyRiver Patrol Boat PBR-124, River Squadron 5, My Tho DetachmentDate of Action: March 06, 1967Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David George Ouellet, Seaman, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty on the Mekong River, Republic of Vietnam, on 6 March 1967. As the forward machine gunner on River Patrol Boat (PBR) 124, River Squadron 5, My Tho Detachment, which was on patrol during the early evening hours, Seaman Ouellet observed suspicious activity near the river bank, alerted his boat captain, and recommended movement of the boat to the area to investigate. While the PBR was making a high-speed run along the river bank, Seaman Ouellet spotted an incoming enemy grenade falling toward the boat. He immediately left the protected position of his gun mount and ran aft for the full length of the speeding boat, shouting to his fellow crewmembers to take cover. Observing the boat captain standing unprotected on the boat, Seaman Ouellet bounded on to the engine compartment cover, and pushed the boat captain down to safety. In the split second that followed the grenade's landing, and in the face of certain death, Seaman Ouellet fearlessly placed himself between the deadly missile and his shipmates, courageously absorbing most of the blast fragments with his body in order to protect his shipmates from injury and death. His extraordinary heroism and his selfless and courageous actions on behalf of his comrades at the expense of his life were in the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 6/13/1944 at Newton, MassachusettsHome Town: Boston, Massachusetts

*RAY, DAVID ROBERTHospital Corpsman Second Class, U.S. NavyCorpsman, Battery D, 2d Battalion, 22th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein) FMF (Attached)Date of Action: March 19, 1969Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to David Robert Ray, Hospital Corpsman Second Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as a Hospital Corpsman Second Class with Battery D, Second Battalion, Twenty-Second Marines, Third Marine Division (Reinforced), Fleet Marine Force, at Phu Loc 6, near An Hoa, Republic of Vietnam, on 19 March 1969. During the early morning hours, an estimated battalion-sized enemy force launched a determined assault against the battery's position, and succeeded in effecting a penetration of the barbed-wire perimeter. The initial burst of enemy fire caused numerous casualties among the marines who had immediately manned their howitzers during the rocket and mortar attack. Undaunted by the intense hostile fire, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ray moved from parapet to parapet, rendering emergency medical treatment to the wounded. Although seriously wounded himself while administering first aid to a marine casualty, he refused medical aid and continued his lifesaving efforts. While he was bandaging and attempting to comfort another wounded marine, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ray was forced to battle two enemy soldiers who attacked his position, personally killing one and wounding the other. Rapidly losing his strength as a result of his severe wounds, he nonetheless managed to move through the hail of enemy fire to other casualties. Once again, he was faced with the intense fire of oncoming enemy troops and, despite the grave personal danger and insurmountable odds, succeeded in treating the wounded and holding off the enemy until he ran out of ammunition, at which time he sustained fatal wounds. Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ray's final act of heroism was to protect the patient he was treating. He threw himself upon the wounded marine, thus saving the man's life when an enemy grenade exploded nearby. By his determined and persevering actions, courageous spirit, and selfless devotion to the welfare of his marine comrades, Hospital Corpsman Second Class Ray served to inspire the men of Battery D to heroic efforts in defeating the enemy. His conduct throughout was in keeping with the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 2/14/1945 at McMinnville, TennesseeHome Town: Nashville, Tennessee

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Vietnam War

*SHIELDS, MARVIN GLENConstruction Mechanic Third Class, U.S. NavySeabee Team 1104, Mobile Construction Battalion 11,Date of Action: June 10, 1965Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Marvin Glen Shields, Construction Mechanic Third Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving with Seabee Team 1104, Mobile Construction Battalion Eleven, near Dong Xoai, Republic of Vietnam, on 10 June 1965. Although wounded when the compound of Detachment A-342, 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), 1st Special Forces, came under intense fire from an estimated reinforced Viet Cong regiment employing machineguns, heavy weapons and small arms, Construction Mechanic Third Class Shields continued to re-supply his fellow Americans who needed ammunition and to return the enemy fire for a period of approximately three hours, at which time the Viet Cong launched a massive attack at close range with flame- throwers, hand grenades and small-arms fire. Wounded a second time during this attack, Shields nevertheless assisted in carrying a more critically wounded man to safety, and then resumed firing at the enemy for four more hours. When the commander asked for a volunteer to accompany him in an attempt to knock out an enemy machinegun emplacement which was endangering the lives of all personnel in the compound because of the accuracy of its fire, Shields unhesitatingly volunteered for this extremely hazardous mission. Proceeding toward their objective with a 3.5-inch rocket launcher, they succeeded in destroying the enemy machinegun emplacement, thus undoubtedly saving the lives of many of their fellow servicemen in the compound. Construction Mechanic Third Class Shields was mortally wounded by hostile fire while returning to his defensive position. His heroic initiative and great personal valor in the face of intense enemy fire sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 12/30/1939 at Port Townsend, WashingtonHome Town: Seattle, Washington

Marvin Shields is the only member of the U.S. Navy Seabees ever awarded the Medal of Honor.

STOCKDALE, JAMES BOND (POW)Rear Admiral, U.S. NavyAttack Carrier Air Wing 16, U.S.S. OriskanyDate of Action: September 04, 1969Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Bond Stockdale, Rear Admiral, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while Senior Naval Officer in the Prisoner of War camps of North Vietnam on 4 September 1969. Recognized by his captors as the leader in the Prisoners' of War resistance to interrogation and in their refusal to participate in propaganda exploitation, Rear Admiral Stockdale was singled out for interrogation and attendant torture after he was detected in a covert communications attempt. Sensing the start of another purge, and aware that his earlier efforts at self-disfiguration to dissuade his captors from exploiting him for propaganda purposes had resulted in cruel and agonizing punishment, Rear Admiral Stockdale resolved to make himself a symbol of resistance regardless of personal sacrifice. He deliberately inflicted a near-mortal wound to his person in order to convince his captors of his willingness to give up his life rather than capitulate. He was subsequently discovered and revived by the North Vietnamese who, convinced of his indomitable spirit, abated in their employment of excessive harassment and torture toward all of the Prisoners of War. By his heroic action, at great peril to himself, he earned the everlasting gratitude of his fellow prisoners and of his country. Rear Admiral Stockdale's valiant leadership and extraordinary courage in a hostile environment sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 12/23/1923 at Abingdon, IllinoisHome Town: Abingdon, Illinois

James Stockdale graduated from the US Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1947. His cousin, Robert Dunlap, earned the Medal of Honor in World War II. In the Presidential election of 2000 he was the unsuccessful candidate for Vice President, with Ross Perot, the two men running on an Independent Party ticket.

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor Recipients Vietnam War THORNTON, MICHAEL EDWINEngineman First Class, U.S. NavyNaval Advisory Group,Date of Action: October 31, 1972Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Michael Edwin Thornton, Engineman First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while participating in a daring operation against enemy forces in the Republic of Vietnam, 31 October 1972. Petty Officer Thornton, as Assistant U.S. Navy Advisor, along with a U.S. Navy lieutenant serving as Senior Advisor, accompanied a three-man Vietnamese Navy SEAL patrol on an intelligence gathering and prisoner capture operation against an enemy-occupied naval river base. Launched from a Vietnamese Navy junk in a rubber boat, the patrol reached land and was continuing on foot toward its objective when it suddenly came under heavy fire from a numerically superior force. The patrol called in naval gunfire support and then engaged the enemy in a fierce firefight, accounting for many enemy casualties before moving back to the waterline to prevent encirclement. Upon learning that the Senior Advisor had been hit by enemy fire and was believed to be dead, Petty Officer Thornton returned through a hail of fire to the lieutenant's last position; quickly disposed of two enemy soldiers about to overrun the position, and succeeded in removing the seriously wounded and unconscious Senior Naval Advisor to the water's edge. He then inflated the lieutenant's lifejacket and towed him seaward for approximately two hours until picked up by support craft. By his extraordinary courage and perseverance, Petty Officer Thornton was directly responsible for saving the life of his superior officer and enabling the safe extraction of all patrol members, thereby upholding the highest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 3/23/1949 at Greenville, South CarolinaHome Town: Spartanburg, South Carolina

The SEAL officer rescued by Petty Officer Thornton was Lieutenant Thomas Norris, who six months earlier earned the Medal of Honor in the daring rescue of two downed airmen.

WILLIAMS, JAMES ELLIOTTBoatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. NavyRiver Patrol Boat 105, River Section 531, My Tho DetachmentDate of Action: October 31, 1966Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to James Elliott Williams, Boatswain's Mate First Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty in action on the Mekong River, Republic of Vietnam, 31 October 1966. Petty Officer First Class Williams was serving as Boat Captain and Patrol Officer aboard River Patrol Boat (PBR) 105, River Section 531, My Tho Detachment, accompanied by another patrol boat when the patrol was suddenly taken under fire by two enemy sampans. Petty Officer First Class Williams immediately ordered the fire returned, killing the crew of one enemy boat and causing the other sampan to take refuge in a nearby river inlet. Pursuing the fleeing sampan, the U.S. patrol encountered a heavy volume of small-arms fire from enemy forces, at close range, occupying well- concealed positions along the river bank. Maneuvering through this fire, the patrol confronted a numerically superior enemy force aboard two enemy junks and eight sampans augmented by heavy automatic weapons fire from ashore. In the savage battle that ensued, Petty Officer First Class Williams, with utter disregard for his safety exposed himself to the withering hail of enemy fire to direct counter-fire and inspire the actions of his patrol. Recognizing the overwhelming strength of the enemy force, Petty Officer First Class Williams deployed his patrol to await the arrival of armed helicopters. In the course of his movement his discovered an even larger concentration of enemy boats. Not waiting for the arrival of the armed helicopters, he displayed great initiative and boldly led the patrol through the intense enemy fire and damaged or destroyed 50 enemy sampans and seven junks. This phase of the action completed, and with the arrival of the armed helicopters, Petty Officer First Class Williams directed the attack on the remaining enemy force. Now virtually dark, and although Petty Officer First Class Williams was aware that his boats would become even better targets, he ordered the patrol boats' search lights turned on to better illuminate the area and moved the patrol perilously close to shore to press the attack. Despite a waning supply of ammunition the patrol successfully engaged the enemy ashore and completed the rout of the enemy force. Under the leadership of Petty Officer First Class Williams, who demonstrated unusual professional skill and indomitable courage throughout the three hour battle, the patrol accounted for the destruction or loss of 65 enemy boats and inflicted numerous casualties on the enemy personnel. His extraordinary heroism and exemplary fighting spirit in the face of grave risks inspired the efforts of his men to defeat a larger enemy force, and are in keeping with the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 11/13/1930 at Rock Hill, South CarolinaHome Town: Columbia, South Carolina

Other Award: Navy Cross (Vietnam)James E. Williams was awarded EVERY medal for Combat Valor in the U.S. Navy's Pyramid of Honor. He is the U.S. Navy's most

decorated enlisted sailor in history.

U.S.S. Liberty AttackMCGONAGLE, WILLIAM LORENCaptain, U.S. NavyCommanding Officer, U.S.S. Liberty (ATGR-5)Date of Action: June 08 & 09, 1967Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to William Loren McGonagle, Captain, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Liberty in the Mediterranean Sea. Sailing in international waters, the Liberty was attacked without warning by jet fighter aircraft and motor torpedo boats which inflicted many casualties among the crew and caused extreme damage to the ship. Although severely wounded during the first air attack, Captain McGonagle remained at his battle station on the badly damaged bridge and, with full knowledge of the seriousness of his wounds, subordinated his own welfare to the safety and survival of his command. Steadfastly refusing any treatment which would take him away from his post, he calmly continued to exercise firm command of his ship. Despite continuous exposure to fire, he maneuvered his ship, directed its defense, supervised the control of flooding and fire, and saw to the care of the casualties. Captain McGonagle's extraordinary valor under these conditions inspired the surviving members of the Liberty's crew, many of them seriously wounded, to heroic efforts to overcome the battle damage and keep the ship afloat. Subsequent to the attack, although in great pain and weak from the loss of blood, Captain McGonagle remained at his battle station and continued to command his ship for more than 17 hours. It was only after rendezvous with a U.S. destroyer that he relinquished personal control of the Liberty and permitted himself to be removed from the bridge. Even then, he refused much needed medical attention until convinced that the seriously wounded among his crew had been treated. Captain McGonagle's superb professionalism, courageous fighting spirit, and valiant leadership saved his ship and many lives. His actions sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service.

Born: 11/19/1925 at Wichita, KansasHome Town: Thermal, California

War on TerrorismMONSOOR, MICHAEL A. (KIA)Master-At-Arms Second Class, U.S. NavySEAL Team 3, Naval Special Warfare Task GroupDate of Action: September 29, 2006Citation:The President of the United States takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Michael A. Monsoor, Master-At-Arms Second Class, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while serving as Automatic Weapons Gunner in SEAL Team 3, Naval Special Warfare Task Group Arabian Peninsula, in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM on 29 September 2006. As a member of a combined SEAL and Iraqi Army sniper overwatch element, tasked with providing early warning and stand-off protection from a rooftop in an insurgent-held sector of Ar Ramadi, Iraq, Petty Officer Monsoor distinguished himself by his exceptional bravery in the face of grave danger. In the early morning, insurgents prepared to execute a coordinated attack by reconnoitering the area around the element's position. Element snipers thwarted the enemy's initial attempt by eliminating two insurgents. The enemy continued to assault the element, engaging them with a rocket-propelled grenade and small arms fire. As enemy activity increased, Petty Officer Monsoor took position with his machine gun between two teammates on an outcropping of the roof. While the SEALs vigilantly watched for enemy activity, an insurgent threw a hand grenade from an unseen location, which bounced off Petty Officer Monsoor's chest and landed in front of him. Although only he could have escaped the blast, Petty Officer Monsoor chose instead to protect his teammates. Instantly and without regard for his own safety, he threw himself onto the grenade to absorb the force of the explosion with his body, saving the lives of his two teammates. By his undaunted courage, fighting spirit, and unwavering devotion to duty in the face of certain death, Petty Officer Monsoor gallantly gave his life for his country, thereby reflecting great credit upon himself and upholding the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Born: April 5, 1981 at Long Beach, CaliforniaHome Town: Garden Grove, CaliforniaPersonal Awards: Medal of Honor (War on Terrorism), Silver Star (War on Terrorism), Purple Heart

*MURPHY, MICHAEL PATRICK (KIA)Lieutenant, U.S. NavySEAL Delivery Vehicle Team 1, Naval Special Warfare Task UnitDate of Action: June 28, 2005Citation:The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Medal of Honor (Posthumously) to Michael Patrick Murphy, Lieutenant, U.S. Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as the leader of a special reconnaissance element with Naval Special Warfare Task Unit Afghanistan on 27 and 28 June 2005. While leading a mission to locate a high-level anti-coalition militia leader, Lieutenant Murphy demonstrated extraordinary heroism in the face of grave danger in the vicinity of Asadabad, Konar Province, Afghanistan. On 28 June 2005, operating in an extremely rugged enemy-controlled area, Lieutenant Murphy's team was discovered by anti-coalition militia sympathizers, who revealed their position to Taliban fighters. As a result, between 30 and 40 enemy fighters besieged his four-member team. Demonstrating exceptional resolve, Lieutenant Murphy valiantly led his men in engaging the large enemy force. The ensuing fierce firefight resulted in numerous enemy casualties, as well as the wounding of all four members of the team. Ignoring his own wounds and demonstrating exceptional composure, Lieutenant Murphy continued to lead and encourage his men. When the primary communicator fell mortally wounded, Lieutenant Murphy repeatedly attempted to call for assistance for his beleaguered teammates. Realizing the impossibility of communicating in the extreme terrain, and in the face of almost certain death, he fought his way into open terrain to gain a better position to transmit a call. This deliberate, heroic act deprived him of cover, exposing him to direct enemy fire. Finally achieving contact with his headquarters, Lieutenant Murphy maintained his exposed position while he provided his location and requested immediate support for his team. In his final act of bravery, he continued to engage the enemy until he was mortally wounded, gallantly giving his life for his country and for the cause of freedom. By his selfless leadership, courageous actions, and extraordinary devotion to duty, Lieutenant Murphy reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.

Born: at Smithtown, New YorkHome Town: Patchogue, New York

U.S. Coast Guard

One member of the U.S. Coast Guard has been awarded the Medal of Honor.

*MUNRO, DOUGLAS ALBERTSignalman First Class, U.S. Coast GuardUnknown, UnknownDate of Action: September 27, 1942Citation:The Medal of Honor is presented to Douglas Albert Munro, Signalman First Class, U.S. Coast Guard, for extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry in action above and beyond the call of duty as Petty Officer in Charge of a group of 24 Higgins boats, engaged in the evacuation of a battalion of marines trapped by enemy Japanese forces at Point Cruz Guadalcanal, on 27 September 1942. After making preliminary plans for the evacuation of nearly 500 beleaguered marines, Munro, under constant strafing by enemy machineguns on the island, and at great risk of his life, daringly led five of his small craft toward the shore. As he closed the beach, he signaled the others to land, and then in order to draw the enemy's fire and protect the heavily loaded boats, he valiantly placed his craft with its two small guns as a shield between the beachhead and the Japanese. When the perilous task of evacuation was nearly completed, Munro was instantly killed by enemy fire, but his crew, two of whom were wounded, carried on until the last boat had loaded and cleared the beach. By his outstanding leadership, expert planning, and dauntless devotion to duty, he and his courageous comrades undoubtedly saved the lives of many who otherwise would have perished. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

Born: 10/11/1919 at Vancouver, CanadaHome Town: Cle Elum, Washington

Recipients By Home Town

ALABAMA Ingram, Osmond KellyMobile - Houghton, Edward J.

ARKANSAS De Valls Bluff - Franks, William J.Harrison - Williams, JackMorrilton - Gordon, Nathan Green

CALIFORNIA Brock, George F. Covington, Jesse Whitfield Hansen, Hans Anton Henrechon, George Francis Laverty, John McAllister, Samuel Smith, Eugene P. Williams, LouisBelle Vernon Acres - Finn, John WilliamGarden Grove - Monsoor, MichaelLos Angeles - Jones, Herbert CharpoitLos Angeles - Koelsch, John KelvinOakland - Callaghan, Daniel JudsonSamoan Campaign - Fisher, Frederick T.San Francisco - Clausey, John JosephSan Francisco - Halford, WilliamSan Francisco - Itrich, Franz AntonSan Francisco - Stoltenberg, Andrew VincentSan Francisco - Westermark, AxelSan Francisco - Woods, SamuelThermal - McGonagle, William Loren

COLORADO Denver - Ross, Donald KirbyFlorence - McCandless, BruceLoveland - Upton, Frank Monroe

CONNECTICUT Crandall, Orson Leon Ryan, RichardBridgeport - Peck, Oscar E.Danbury - Sullivan, JamesHartford - Roberts, JamesMiddletown - Harding, ThomasNew Britain - Denning, LorenzoNew Haven - Manning, Henry J.Norwich - Montgomery, Robert WilliamNorwich - Neil, JohnPlymouth - Garvin, WilliamStamford - Rose, George HarryThomaston - Reeves, Thomas James

DELAWARE Hand, AllexanderMiddletown - Chadwick, Leonard B.

FLORIDA Clearwater - Ingram, Robert R.Jacksonville - Lassen, Clyde EverettQuincy - Corry, William MerrillWest Palm Beach - McCampbell, David S.

GEORGIA Columbus - Pharris, Jackson Charles

Savannah - Leland, George W.

ILLINOIS Dow, Henry Hyland, John Bedford County - Ferrell, John H.Abingdon - Stockdale, James BondCairo - Martin, WilliamChicago - Asten, CharlesChicago - Cronan, William S.Chicago - Johnston, William P.Chicago - McCormick, MichaelChicago - Meyer, WilliamChicago - Mullin, Hugh PatrickChicago - Noble, DanielChicago - Osborne, Weedon EdwardCresco - Izac, Edouard Victor MichelDowners Grove - Lester, Fred FaulknerGroveton - Holyoke, William EdwardHebron - Bigelow, Elmer CharlesHenry - Cromwell, John PhilipJoliet - Molloy, HughNeoga - Fluckey, Eugene BennettNewton - Roberts, Charles ChurchPatoka - Hull, James LottSpringfield - Catherwood, John HughSpringfield - Courtney, Henry C.

INDIANA Campbell, WilliamEvansville - Buchanan, AllenIndiana - Ditzenback, JohnIndianapolis - Badders, WilliamIndianapolis - Scott, NormanJeffersonville - Ingram, Jonas HowardJeffersonville - Wilkes, PerryLaGrange - Hill, Frank EbenezerPeru - Antrim, Richard Nott

IOWA Des Moines - Fitz, JosephEarlville - Pierce, Francis JuniorMahaska County - Fletcher, Frank FridayMarshalltown - Fletcher, Frank JackStuart - Deignan, Osborn Warren

KANSAS Wichita - Foster, Paul Frederick

KENTUCKY Boers, Edward William Holt, GeorgeFoxport - Clary, Edward Alvin

LOUISIANA Wilkinson, Theodore StarkNew Orleans - Gilmore, Howard WalterNew Orleans - Osborne, JohnNew Orleans - Ryan, Thomas JohnNew Orleans - Weisbogel, AlbertNew Orleans - Williams, John

MAINE McLeod, James

Robinson, John Tripp, OthnielAugusta - McCullock, AdamBangor - Gidding, CharlesBangor - Taylor, ThomasBath - Kendrick, ThomasBelfast - Foss, Herbert LouisBrewer - Davis, Samuel W.Brooksville - Mack, JohnCape Elizabeth - Poole, William B.Eastport - Bowman, Edward R.Kittery - Seward, Richard HenryLisbon - Dunn, WilliamPortland - Angling, JohnPortland - Bibber, Charles JamesPortland - Blair, Robert M.Portland - Rice, CharlesPortland - Schonland, Herbert EmeryPortland - Verney, James W.Portsmouth - Williams, AnthonyStandish - Smith, Charles H.Whitefield - Farley, WilliamYork - Hayden, Cyrus

MARYLAND Andrews, John Brown, John Johanson, John Peter Magee, John W. Morton, Charles W. Preston, Arthur MurrayBaltimore - Brown, William H.Baltimore - Buck, JamesBaltimore - Carr, William M.Baltimore - Connor, ThomasBaltimore - Diggins, BartholomewBaltimore - Hammann, Charles HazeltineBaltimore - Jarrett, Berrie HenryBaltimore - Jones, ThomasBaltimore - Jordan, Thomas H.Baltimore - Lakin, DanielBaltimore - McDonnell, Edward OrrickBaltimore - Mullen, PatrickBaltimore - Ricketts, Milton ErnestBaltimore - Ringold, EdwardBaltimore - Shutes, HenryBaltimore - Sterling, James E.Baltimore - Swearer, BenjaminBaltimore - Tallentine, JamesBaltimore - Truett, Alexander H.Baltimore - Wright, WilliamSilver Springs - Norris, Thomas RollandSt. Mary's City - Hayden, Joseph B.Warchester - Chatham, John PurnessWoodland - Durney, Austin Joseph

MASSACHUSETTS Barnum, James Cramen, Thomas Deneef, Michael Grady, John Griffiths, John

Handran, John Harrington, Daniel C. Hart, William Horton, James Kramer, Franz Maddin, Edward Miller, Harry Herbert Miller, Willard D. Muller, Frederick Olsen, Anton Pile, Richard Ryan, Francis Thomas Seach, William Stanley, William A. Swanson, John Williams, AugustusActon - Jones, JohnBoston - Arther, MatthewBoston - Beyer, AlbertBoston - Bickford, John F.Boston - Bond, William S.Boston - Bradley, AlexanderBoston - Brennan, ChristopherBoston - Caron, Wayne MauriceBoston - Chandler, James B.Boston - Connolly, MichaelBoston - Dempsey, JohnBoston - Dennis, RichardBoston - Doran, John JamesBoston - Duncan, AdamBoston - Gill, FreemanBoston - Harcourt, ThomasBoston - Horton, JamesBoston - Howard, PeterBoston - James, John H.Boston - Kelley, Thomas GunningBoston - Kelly, FrancisBoston - Laffey, BartlettBoston - Logan, HughBoston - McDonald, JohnBoston - McFarland, John C.Boston - Miller, JamesBoston - Moore, GeorgeBoston - Moore, WilliamBoston - O'Brien, Oliver AlbertBoston - O'Callahan, Joseph TimothyBoston - Ouellet, David GeorgeBoston - Parker, WilliamBoston - Prance, GeorgeBoston - Preston, JohnBoston - Province, GeorgeBoston - Regan, JeremiahBoston - Rountry, JohnBoston - Sadler, WilliamBoston - Saunders, JamesBoston - Savage, AuzellaBoston - Smith, JohnBoston - Swatton, EdwardBoston - Sweeney, WilliamBoston - Talbott, William B.Boston - Thompson, WilliamBoston - Troy, WilliamBoston - Willis, GeorgeBoston - Young, Horatio NelsonBrookline - Frisbee, John B.Danvers - Stevens, Daniel DickersonDennis Port - Baker, Benjamin FranklinDudley - Thielberg, HenryEast boston - Willey, Charles H.Everett - Kersey, Thomas JosephFall River - Hudner, Thomas JeromeGloucester - Lyle, Alexander Gordon

Holyoke - MacKenzie, JohnLowell - Charette, GeorgeLowell - Sullivan, James F.Lynn - Enright, JohnMattapan - Kyle, Patrick J.Medway - Newland, William D.Milton - Gisburne, Edward AllenNew Bedford - Bazar, PhilipNew Bedford - Hayes, JohnNew Bedford - Stacy, William BradfordNewburyport - Kenna, BarnettNorth Andover - Gile, Frank S.Northampton - Bois, FrankPepperell - Stickney, Herman OsmanPlymouth - Hathaway, Edward W.Salem - Atkinson, Thomas E.Salem - Lyons, Thomas G.Salem - Riley, John PhillipSomerset - Harrison, George H.Springfield - Foy, Charles H.Springfield - Griswold, Luke M.Taunton - Dewert, Richard DavidTaunton - Fitzpatrick, ThomasTaunton - Horton, Lewis AugustineWeymouth - Hamilton, Thomas W.Worcester - Mihalowski, John

MICHIGAN Cronin, Cornelius Zuiderveld, WilliamCharlotte - Flaherty, Francis CharlesDaggett - Hammerberg, Owen Francis PatrickDetroit - Stoddard, JamesLudington - Charette, William Richard

MINNESOTA Minneapolis - Nelson, Oscar FrederickMinneapolis - Rud, George William

MISSISSIPPI Madison, James JonasNatchez - Brown, WilsonShip's Island - Freeman, Martin

MISSOURI Athens - Townsend, Julius CurtisBunceton - Cary, Robert WebsterGordonville - McGuire, Fred HenryKansas City - Balch, John HenryKansas City - Ballard, Donald EverettLaddonia - Fuqua, Samuel GlennMaryville - David, Albert LeroySt. Louis - Holtz, AugustSt. Louis - O'Hare, Edward Henry "Butch"

NEBRASKA Graves, OraBlair - Schmidt, Otto DillerKearney - Ehle, John WalterOmaha - Kerrey, Joseph RobertOmaha - Parle, John JosephSutton - Volz, Jacob

NEVADA Van Voorhis, Bruce Avery

NEW HAMPSHIRE Concord - Smith, WilliamDover - Melville, CharlesDurham - O'Kane, Richard HetheringtonPlaistow - George, Daniel GriffinPortsmouth - Anderson, Robert N.Portsmouth - Franklin, Frederick H.Portsmouth - Ham, Mark G.Portsmouth - Hawkins, Charles

Portsmouth - Merton, James F.Portsmouth - Todd, Samuel

NEW JERSEY Blume, Robert Cooney, Thomas C. Siegel, John Otto Strahan, Robert Sweeney, Robert Augustus Teytand, August P. Tomich, Peter Van Etten, Hudson Weeks, Charles H.Bergen - Young, Edward B.Camden - Cholister, George RobertCedarville - Davis, JohnHackettstown - Bulkeley, John DuncanJersey City - Kane, ThomasKensington - Parker, AlexanderLodi - Behne, FrederickNewark - Eilers, Henry A.Newark - Hamberger, William FrancisNewark - Whitfield, DanielPassaic - Breeman, GeorgePhillipsburg - Mager, George FrederickWoodbridge - Petersen, Carl Emil

NEW YORK Brooklyn - Erickson, John P.Brooklyn - McClelland, MathewBrooklyn - Mills, CharlesBrooklyn - Stanley, Robert HenryBrooklyn - Webster, Henry S.Farmingdale - Nelson, LauritzLansingburg - Morrison, John G.Lowville - Ramage, Lawson Paterson "Red"New York - Ahern, WilliamNew York - Allen, Edward G.New York - Anderson, WilliamNew York - Auer, John F.New York - Avery, JamesNew York - Baker, CharlesNew York - Barter, Gurdon H.New York - Bass, David L.New York - Bates, RichardNew York - Bell, George H.New York - Bennett, FloydNew York - Bennett, James HarveyNew York - Betham, AsaNew York - Bjorkman, Ernest H.New York - Blagheen, WilliamNew York - Bourne, ThomasNew York - Bradley, AmosNew York - Bradley, CharlesNew York - Brady, George F.New York - Breen, JohnNew York - Brinn, AndrewNew York - Brown, JamesNew York - Brown, JohnNew York - Brown, RobertNew York - Brownell, William P.New York - Burke, ThomasNew York - Burns, John M.New York - Burton, AlbertNew York - Byrnes, JamesNew York - Cahey, ThomasNew York - Cann, Tedford HarrisNew York - Carey, JamesNew York - Cassidy, MichaelNew York - Cavanaugh, ThomasNew York - Chandron, AugustNew York - Chaput, Louis G.New York - Clausen, Claus Kristian Randolph

New York - Colbert, PatrickNew York - Conlan, DennisNew York - Cooper, JohnNew York - Corahorgi, DemetriNew York - Corcoran, Thomas E.New York - Corey, WilliamNew York - Costello, JohnNew York - Cotton, PeterNew York - Creelman, William JamesNew York - Cregan, GeorgeNew York - Davis, JohnNew York - Decker, Percy A.New York - Denham, AustinNew York - Densmore, WilliamNew York - Donnelly, John C.New York - Dougherty, PatrickNew York - Dunphy, Richard D.New York - Eglit, JohnNew York - English, ThomasNew York - Erickson, NicholasNew York - Everetts, JohnNew York - Farrell, EdwardNew York - Flannagan, JohnNew York - Flood, Thomas S.New York - Forbeck, Andrew PeterNew York - Fowler, ChristopherNew York - Galbraith, RobertNew York - Gardner, WilliamNew York - Garrison, James R.New York - Gibbons, MichaelNew York - Gowan, William HenryNew York - Graham, RobertNew York - Grbitch, RadeNew York - Greene, JohnNew York - Halling, LuoviNew York - Halstead, William W.New York - Hamilton, HughNew York - Harley, BernardNew York - Harris, JohnNew York - Hill, GeorgeNew York - Hill, William LowellNew York - Hinnegan, WilliamNew York - Hoban, ThomasNew York - Hobson, Richmond PearsonNew York - Hollat, GeorgeNew York - Howard, MartinNew York - Huse, Henry McLaren PinckneyNew York - Huskey, MichaelNew York - Hutchins, Carlton BarmoreNew York - Irlam, JosephNew York - Irving, JohnNew York - Irving, ThomasNew York - Irwin, NicholasNew York - Johansson, Johan J.New York - Johnson, HenryNew York - Johnson, WilliamNew York - Jones, AndrewNew York - Jones, John E.New York - Jordan, RobertNew York - Kenyon, Charles W.New York - King, HughNew York - King, JohnNew York - King, Robert HenryNew York - Kinnaird, Samuel W.New York - Krause, ErnestNew York - Lakin, ThomasNew York - Lann, John S.New York - Lee, James H.New York - Lejeune, EmileNew York - Lloyd, John W.New York - Low, GeorgeNew York - Lucy, John

New York - Machon, JamesNew York - Mack, AlexanderNew York - Madden, WilliamNew York - Martin, WilliamNew York - Maxwell, JohnNew York - McCarton, JohnNew York - McCloy, JohnNew York - McGowan, JohnNew York - McIntosh, JamesNew York - McKenzie, AlexanderNew York - McKnight, WilliamNew York - Milliken, DanielNew York - Millmore, JohnNew York - Mitchell, ThomasNew York - Moore, CharlesNew York - Moore, FrancisNew York - Morgan, James H.New York - Morin, William HenryNew York - Morse, WilliamNew York - Murphy, John EdwardNew York - Murphy, PatrickNew York - Naylor, David JohnsonNew York - Nibbe, John H.New York - Nichols, WilliamNew York - Noil, Joseph B.New York - Nordsiek, Charles LuersNew York - Nordstrom, Isador A.New York - Norris, J. W.New York - Oakley, WilliamNew York - O'Connell, ThomasNew York - O'Donoghue, TimothyNew York - Ohmsen, AugustNew York - Osepins, ChristianNew York - Parks, GeorgeNew York - Pease, JoachimNew York - Pelham, WilliamNew York - Perry, ThomasNew York - Peterson, AlfredNew York - Phinney, WilliamNew York - Powers, John JamesNew York - Price, EdwardNew York - Pyne, GeorgeNew York - Quick, JosephNew York - Read, CharlesNew York - Regan, PatrickNew York - Reid, PatrickNew York - Richards, LouisNew York - Robinson, AlexanderNew York - Robinson, CharlesNew York - Robinson, ThomasNew York - Rogers, Samuel F.New York - Russell, Henry PeterNew York - Russell, JohnNew York - Schepke, Charles StephenNew York - Schnepel, Fred JurgenNew York - Schutt, GeorgeNew York - Seanor, JamesNew York - Shanahan, PatrickNew York - Sharp, HendrickNew York - Sheridan, JamesNew York - Shipman, WilliamNew York - Simkins, LebbeusNew York - Simpson, D. Henry LakinNew York - Smith, EdwinNew York - Smith, JamesNew York - Smith, James A.New York - Smith, JohnNew York - Smith, OloffNew York - Smith, ThomasNew York - Smith, Walter B.New York - Smith, WilhelmNew York - Sommers, Robert

New York - Spicer, WilliamNew York - Stanton, ThomasNew York - Stokes, John S.New York - Stout, RichardNew York - Sullivan, JohnNew York - Sullivan, TimothyNew York - Sundquist, Gustav AdolfNew York - Taylor, GeorgeNew York - Thomas, KarlNew York - Thordsen, William GeorgeNew York - Triplett, Samuel S.New York - Troy, JeremiahNew York - Vadas, AlbertNew York - Wagg, MauriceNew York - Walsh, James AloysiusNew York - Ward, JamesNew York - Warren, DavidNew York - Weissel, AdamNew York - Wells, WilliamNew York - Westa, KarlNew York - Wilcox, Franklin L.New York - Wilke, Julius August RobertNew York - Wilkes, HenryNew York - Williams, FrankNew York - Williams, JohnNew York - Williams, RobertNew York - Wilson, AugustNew York - Woon, JohnNew York - Woram, Charles B.New York - Wright, EdwardNew York - Young, WilliamNorwich - Hartigan, Charles ConwayPatchogue - Murphy, Michael P.Staten Island - Capodanno, Vincent Robert

NORTH CAROLINA Canton - Halyburton, William DavidLincolnton - Johnston, Rufus ZenasRoseboro - Herring, Rufus GeddieTarboro - Staton, AdolphusWilmington - Anderson, Edwin Alexander

NORTH DAKOTA Bradley, Willis Winter Carter, Joseph Edward

OHIO Haley, James Jardine, Alexander Read, Charles A.Akron - Estocin, Michael JohnAshtabula - Shepard, Louis CapetCincinnati - Dorman, John HenryCincinnati - McHugh, MartinCleveland - Barton, ThomasCleveland - Butts, GeorgeCleveland - Kidd, Isaac CampbellCleveland - Stupka, LaddieFindlay - Gary, Donald ArthurHubbard - McGunigal, PatrickLouisville - Harner, Joseph GabrielMassillon - Scott, Robert RaymondNew Garden - Wood, Robert B.Newark - Beasley, Harry C.Norwalk - Williams, Jay P.Springfield - Ward, James RichardToledo - Hanford, Burke

OKLAHOMA Pawnee - Evans, Ernest Edwin "Chief"Tishomingo - McCool, Richard Miles

PENNSYLVANIA Connor, William C.

Crilley, Frank William Drustrup, Niels Grace, Patrick Henry Johnsen, Hans Johnson, Peter Mahoney, George Matthews, Joseph O'Neal, John Ortega, John Peters, Alexander Sundquist, Axel Leohard Thayer, James Thornton, Michael Williams, Peter Williams, William Blair County - Hickman, John S. Blair County - Williams, JohnBala - Cynwyd Williams, Henry - Braddock - Drexler, Henry ClayErie - Lowry, George MausFrankfort Mineral Springs - Duncan, James K. L.Harrisburg - Huber, William RussellPhiladelphia - Baldwin, Charles H.Philadelphia - Barrett, EdwardPhiladelphia - Benfold, Edward Clyde "Ted"Philadelphia - Brazell, JohnPhiladelphia - Brutsche, HenryPhiladelphia - Buchanan, David M.Philadelphia - Clifford, Robert TelefordPhiladelphia - Crawford, AlexanderPhiladelphia - Cripps, Thomas H.Philadelphia - Cutter, George W.Philadelphia - Davis, Joseph H.Philadelphia - Deakin, CharlesPhiladelphia - Dempster, JohnPhiladelphia - Doolen, WilliamPhiladelphia - DuMoulin, FrankPhiladelphia - Edwards, Walter AtleePhiladelphia - Girandy, AlphonsePhiladelphia - Haffee, EdmundPhiladelphia - Hamilton, RichardPhiladelphia - Hill, Edwin JosephPhiladelphia - Johnson, JohnPhiladelphia - Jones, WilliamPhiladelphia - Killackey, JosephPhiladelphia - Lafferty, JohnPhiladelphia - Lawson, John HenryPhiladelphia - Lear, NicholasPhiladelphia - Leon, PierrePhiladelphia - Levery, WilliamPhiladelphia - Lloyd, BenjaminPhiladelphia - Martin, Edward S.Philadelphia - Miller, HughPhiladelphia - Mitchell, Joseph AndrewPhiladelphia - Petty, Orlando HendersonPhiladelphia - Rush, William ReesPhiladelphia - Sanderson, AaronPhiladelphia - Sapp, IsaacPhiladelphia - Schmidt, OscarPhiladelphia - Taylor, William G.Philadelphia - Trout, James M.Philadelphia - Vantine, Joseph E.Philadelphia - White, JosephPhiladelphia - Willis, RichardPittsburgh - Bishop, Charles FrancisPittsburgh - Semple, RobertSouth Bethlehem - Snyder, William EllsworthSt. Clair - Boone, Joel Thompson

Tannettsburg - Crouse, William AdolphusWaterford - McWilliams, George Washington

Rhode Island Bradley, George Hayes, Thomas Moore, PhilipNewport - Eadie, ThomasNewport - Walsh, MichaelPawtucket - Ormsbee, Francis EdwardProvidence - Edwards, JohnProvidence - Gillick, MatthewRiverside - Read, George E.

SOUTH CAROLINA Beaufort - Elliott, Middleton StuartCharleston - Floyd, EdwardCharleston - Moffett, William AdgerCharleston - Sullivan, Daniel Augustus JosephColumbia - Williams, James ElliottSpartanburg - Thornton, Michael Edwin

TENNESSEE Columbia - Willis, John HarlanNashville - Bonney, Robert EarlNashville - Ray, David RobertSavannah - Harrison, Bolden Reush

TEXAS Dallas - Dealey, Samuel DavidFlorence - Hayden, David EphraimGalveston - Phillips, George FrederickHouston - Kilmer, John EdwardWaco - Harrison, William KellyWeimer - Hutchins, Johnnie David

UTAH Mohrland - Hall, William EdwardOgden - Wahlen, George EdwardVernon - Bennion, Mervyn Sharp

VERMONT Breault, Henry Bresnahan, Patrick Francis

VIRGINIA Smith, Frank Elmer Smith, Thomas Torgerson, Martin Torinus Volz, RobertAlexandria - Hammond, Francis ColtonAlexandria - Lannon, James PatrickBrunswick - Atkins, DanielCharlottesville - Byrd, Richard EvelynCity Point - Penn, RobertDelaplane - Shacklette, William SidneyLynchburg - Langhorne, Cary DevallNorfolk - Barrow, David DuffyNorfolk - Bright, George WashingtonPort Royal - Blake, RobertPortsmouth - O'Conner, James FrancesRichmond - Mifflin, JamesRichmond - Street, George Levick, IIIStaunton - Taylor, Richard Hamilton

WASHINGTON Cle Elum - Munro, Douglas (USCG)Colton - Rooks, Albert HaroldPuget Sound - Davis, Raymond ErwinRalston - Keppler, Reinhardt JohnSeattle - Fadden, Harry DelmarSeattle - Shields, Marvin Glen

Tacoma - Bush, Robert Eugene

WEST VIRGINIA Edgewood - Nickerson, Henry NehemiahFire Creek - Jones, Claud AshtonHarrisville - Sinnett, Lawrence ClintonMartinsburg - Frazer, Hugh CarrollSt. Albans - Cox, Robert Edward

WISCONSIN Castle, Guy Wilkinson Stuart Van Valkenburgh, Franklin Young, CassinMilwaukee - Desomer, AbrahamPrentice - Peterson, Oscar Verner

WASHINGTON, D.C. Badger, Oscar CharlesBehnke, HeinrichCourts, George McCallHarrington, DavidHayden, JohnKeefer, Philip BoganLipscomb, HarryMcDonald, James HarperRush, JohnWainwright, RichardWheeler, George Huber

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CHINA Tientsin - Lukes, William F.

FRANCE Aheam, MichaelBrest - Tobin, PaulMarseille - Klein, RobertToulon - Elmore, Walter

GIBRALTAR Moore, Charles

JAPAN Yokohama - Benson, JamesYokohama - Johannessen, Johannes J.

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