August 5, 1864; was the great reliance of the commanding officer of the
_Hartford_ in all difficulties in his line of duty. During the action
he was in the maintop piloting the ships into the bay. Especially
commended to the department. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
J. B. FRISBEE.
Gunner's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Pinola_ in the attack upon Forts
Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862, and the taking of New Orleans.
"Berth deck being on fire, he instantly closed the magazine and
remained inside." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
ISAAC N. FRY.
Orderly sergeant, United States Marine Corps, U.S.S. _Ticonderoga_, in
the attacks on Fort Fisher January 13 to 15, 1865. "Commended for
coolness, good conduct, and skill as captain of a gun." (G.O. 59, June
22, 1865.)
CAPT. ELI T. FRYER, UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
LOUIS R. GAIENNIE.
Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900.
(G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
ROBERT GALBERT.
Apprentice, first class, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism
and gallantry, while under fire of the enemy at El Pardo, Cebu, P.I.,
September 12 and 13, 1899. (G.O. 531, November 21, 1899.)
FRANK GALLAGHER.
(See Francis T. Ryan.)
WILLIAM GARDNER.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Oneida_; in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864, behaved so coolly under fire as to draw the
particular attention of the executive officer of the vessel. (G.O. 45,
December 31, 1864.)
JAMES R. GARRISON.
Coal heaver on board of the U.S.S. _Hartford_ in the engagement in
Mobile Bay August 5, 1864. Had one of his great toes shot off, but
without leaving his station at the shell whip bound up the wound and
remained at work until again severely wounded. (G.O. 45, December 31,
1864.)
WILLIAM GARVIN.
Captain of forecastle on board of the U.S.S. _Agawam_; one of the crew
of the powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher December 23,
1864, for which service he volunteered. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
PHILIP GAUGHAN.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Nashville_, for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the
cables leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire
of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
DANIEL G. GEORGE.
(See William Smith.)
MICHAEL GIBBONS.
Oiler, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_, for extraordinary
bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading from Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7,
1899.)
CHARLES GIDDINGS.
Seaman of the U.S.S. _Plymouth_; for 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, July 26, 1876. (G.O. 215, August 9,
1876.)
FRANK S. GILE.
Landsman on board the U.S.S. _Lehigh_, Charleston Harbor, November 16,
1863; for gallant behavior in passing lines between the _Lehigh_ and
_Nahant_ in an open boat while exposed to a heavy fire from the forts
in Charleston Harbor. Advanced in his rating. (G.O. 32, April 16,
1864.)
FREEMAN GILL.
Gunner's mate, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_;
for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading
from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy.
(G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
MATTHEW GILLICK.
Boatswain's mate; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. _Lancaster_
November 20, 1883, at Marseille, France, and rescuing from drowning a
French lad who had fallen into the sea from a stone pier astern of the
ship. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
ALPHONSE GIRANDY.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Petrel_; for heroism and
gallantry, fearlessly exposing his own life to danger for the saving of
others, on the occasion of the fire on board said vessel March 31,
1901. (G.O. 85, March 22, 1902.)
EDWARD A. GISBURNE.
Electrician, third class, on board the U.S.S. _Florida_; for
extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the seizure
of Vera Cruz, Mexico, April 21 and 22, 1914. (G.O. 101, June 15, 1914.)
JOSEPH A. GLOWIN.
Corporal, United States Marine Corps; for extraordinary heroism in the
line of his profession and for eminent and conspicuous courage in the
presence of the enemy at the action at Guayacanes, Dominican Republic,
July 3, 1916. (G.O. 244, October 30, 1916.)
WILLIAM H. GOWAN.
Boatswain's mate, second class, United States Navy, for bravery and
extraordinary heroism displayed by him during a conflagration in
Coquimbo, Chile, January 20, 1909. (G.O. 18, March 19, 1909.)
H. P. GRACE.
Chief quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Benicia_; gallant and
meritorious conduct in the attack on the Korean forts June 10 and 11,
1871.
LIEUT. JOHN GRADY, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22,
1914; during the second day's fighting the service performed by him was
eminent and conspicuous. He was in command of the Second Regiment,
Artillery; from necessarily exposed positions shelled the enemy from
their strongest position. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
ROBERT GRAHAM.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Tacony_. At the capture of Plymouth,
October 31, 1864, he landed and spiked a loaded 9-inch gun under a
sharp fire of musketry. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
ORA GRAVES.
Seaman, United States Navy; displayed extraordinary heroism on July 23,
1917, while the U.S.S. _Pittsburgh_ was proceeding to Buenos Aires,
Argentine. A 3-inch saluting charge exploded, causing the death of C.
T. Lyles, seaman. Upon the explosion 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. (G.O. No.
366, February 11, 1918.)
RADE GRBITCH.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Bennington_, for extraordinary
heroism displayed at the time of the explosion of a boiler of that
vessel at San Diego, Calif., July 21, 1905. (G.O. 13, January 5, 1906.)
JOHN GREENE.
Captain of forecastle; captain of gun on board of the U.S.S. _Varuna_
in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862;
mentioned as having done his "duty through the thickest of the fight
with great coolness and danger to the enemy." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
JOHN GRIFFITHS.
Captain of forecastle, belonging to the U.S.S. _Santiago de Cuba_; was
one of the boat's crew detailed for General Terry. This boat's crew
were represented to have been the only men who entered Fort Fisher in
the assault from the fleet January 15, 1865. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
LUKE M. GRISWOLD.
Ordinary seaman; was one of the crew of the first cutter of the U.S.S.
_Rhode Island_ on the night of December 30, 1862, which was engaged in
saving the lives of the officers and crew of the _Monitor_. The crew
had saved quite a number, and, owing to their gallantry and zeal in the
desire to save others, they became separated from the _Rhode Island_
and were adrift for several hours. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
SAMUEL GROSS.
Private, United States Marine Corps. "On November 17, 1915, it was
planned to attack Fort Riviere, Haiti, with a force made up of
detachments from the Fifth, Thirteenth, Twenty-third Companies, and the
marine detachment and sailors from the _Connecticut_. Fort Riviere was
an old French bastion fort, about 200 feet on the side, with thick
walls of brick and stone, the walls being loopholed. The original
entrance had been on the northern side, but had been blocked, a small
breach in the southern wall being used in its stead. As this breach in
the wall was the only entrance to the fort, it was naturally covered by
the defenders on the inside, making passage through it into the fort a
most hazardous undertaking for the leading men. Notwithstanding the
fact that the fire of the Cacos was constantly passing through this
hole in the wall, Sergt. Ross L. Iams, Fifth Company, unhesitatingly
jumped through, closely followed by Pvt. Samuel Gross, of the
Twenty-third Company. A mêlée then ensued inside of the fort for about
10 minutes, the Cacos fighting desperately with rifles, clubs, stones,
etc., during which several jumped from the walls in an effort to
escape, but were shot by the automatic guns of the Fifth Company and by
the Thirteenth Company advancing to the attack."
EDMUND HAFFEE.
Quarter gunner on board of the U.S.S. _New Ironsides_; commended for
highly meritorious conduct during the several engagements with Fort
Fisher in December, 1864, and January, 1865. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
JAMES HALEY.
Captain of forecastle on board of the U.S.S. _Kearsarge_ when she
destroyed the _Alabama_ off Cherbourg, France, June 19, 1864;
"exhibited marked coolness and good conduct, and is highly commended by
the divisional officer." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
WILLIAM HALFORD.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Saginaw_; sole survivor of the boat's
crew sent to the Sandwich Islands for assistance after the wreck of the
_Saginaw_, October, 1870. Promoted to acting gunner. (G.O. 169,
February 8, 1872.)
LUOVI HALLING.
Boatswain's mate, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Missouri_;
for heroism in attempting to rescue from drowning Cecil C. Young,
ordinary seaman, September 15, 1904. (G.O. 172, October 4, 1904.)
WILLIAM HALSTEAD.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_ in the engagement in Mobile
Bay August 5, 1864; "coolness, bravery, and skill in the working of his
gun. His conduct was particularly meritorious." (G.O. 45, December 31,
1864.)
MARK G. HAM.
Carpenter's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Kearsarge_ when she destroyed
the _Alabama_ off Cherbourg, France, June 19, 1864; "exhibited marked
coolness and good conduct, and is highly commended by his divisional
officer." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
WILLIAM F. HAMBERGER.
Chief carpenter's mate, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct
in the presence of the enemy in battles on the 13th, 20th, 21st, and
22d of June, 1900, while with the relief expedition of the allied
forces in China. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
HUGH HAMILTON.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864;
commended for coolness and good conduct in the action in Mobile Bay on
the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. Was in the actions with
Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, the rebel ironclads and
gunboats below New Orleans, the batteries below Vicksburg; present at
the surrender of New Orleans. Joined the _Richmond_ in October, 1863.
(G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
RICHARD HAMILTON.
Coal heaver on board of the U.S. picket boat _No. 1_, which destroyed
the rebel ram _Albemarle_ at Plymouth, N.C., October 27, 1864. (G.O.
45, December 31, 1864.)
THOMAS W. HAMILTON.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Cincinnati_ in the attack on the
Vicksburg batteries May 27, 1863; "was severely wounded at the wheel,
but afterwards returned to lend a hand, and had to be sent below."
(G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)
ENSIGN CHARLES H. HAMMANN, UNITED STATES NAVAL RESERVE FORCE.
"For extraordinary heroism as a pilot of a seaplane on August 21, 1919,
when with three other planes he took part in a patrol for dropping
propaganda on Pola. They encountered and attacked a superior force of
enemy land planes, and in the course of the engagement which followed
the plane of Ensign George M. Ludlow was shot down and fell in the
water 5 miles off Pola. Ensign Hammann immediately dived down and
landed on the water close alongside the disabled machine, where he took
Ludlow on board and, 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, made his way to Porto Corsini." (Act of
February 4, 1919.)
ALEXANDER HAND.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Ceres_ in the fight near
Hamilton, up the Roanoke River, July 9, 1862; spoken of for "good
conduct and soul bravery." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
JOHN HANDRAN.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Franklin_; gallant conduct in jumping
overboard from the _Franklin_ at Lisbon, Portugal, and rescuing from
drowning one of the crew of that vessel on the 9th of January, 1876.
(G.O. 206, February 15, 1876.)
BURKE HANFORD.
Machinist, first class, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct
in the presence of the enemy in battles on the 13th, 20th, 21st, and
22d of June, 1900, while with the relief expedition of the allied
forces in China. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
SECOND LIEUT. HERMAN HENRY HANNEKEN, UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS.
"For extraordinary heroism and conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in
actual conflict with the enemy near Grande Riviere, Republic of Haiti,
on the night of October 31-November 1, 1919, resulting in the death of
Charlemagne Peralte, the supreme bandit chief in the Republic of Haiti,
and the killing and capture and dispersal of about 1,200 of his outlaw
followers. Second Lieut. Hanneken not only distinguished himself by his
excellent judgment and leadership but unhesitatingly exposed himself to
great personal danger, and the slightest error would have forfeited not
only his life but the lives of the detachments of gendarmerie under his
command. The successful termination of his mission will undoubtedly
prove of untold value to the Republic of Haiti." (G.O. No. 536, June
10, 1920.)
HANS A. HANSEN.
Seaman, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence
of the enemy in battles on the 13th, 20th, 21st, and 22d of June, 1900,
while with the relief expedition of the allied forces in China. (G.O.
55, June 19, 1901.)
THOMAS HARCOURT.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Minnesota_; especially
commended for bravery in the assault on Fort Fisher January 15, 1865,
remaining at the front near the fort when the panic carried the mass
away. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
THOMAS HARDING.
Captain of forecastle, on board of the U.S.S. _Dacotah_, on the
occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner _Pevensey_, near
Beaufort, N.C., June 9, 1864. "Learning that one of the officers in the
boat, which was in danger of being and subsequently was swamped, could
not swim, 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 of themselves only. Such conduct is worthy of
appreciation and admiration--a sailor risking his own life to save that
of an officer." Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 45, December
31, 1864.)
BERNARD HARLEY.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S. picket boat _No. 1_, which
destroyed the rebel ram _Albemarle_ at Plymouth, N.C., October 27,
1864. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
JOSEPH G. HARNER.
Boatswain's mate, second class, on board of the U.S.S. _Florida_; for
extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the seizure
of Vera Cruz, Mexico, April 21, 1914. (G.O. 101, June 15, 1914.)
DANIEL HARRINGTON.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Pocahontas_; landing in a boat near
Brunswick, Ga., March 11, 1862, and when fired upon by the enemy,
concealed, exhibited great coolness and bravery. Promoted to acting
master's mate. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
DAVID HARRINGTON.
First-class fireman on board the U.S.S. _Tallapoosa_; at the time of
the sinking of that vessel, on the night of August 21, 1884, remained
at his post of duty in the fireroom until the fires were put out by the
rising waters, and opened the safety valves when the water was up to
his waist. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
JOHN HARRIS.
Captain of forecastle on board the U.S.S. _Metacomet_; was one of the
boat's crew which, in charge of Acting Ensign H. C. Neilds, United
States Navy, went to the rescue of the officers and crew of the U.S.
monitor _Tecumseh_ when that vessel was sunk by a torpedo in passing
the forts in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864. This boat's crew, under their
brave and gallant leader, went within a few hundred yards of the forts
under a fire which Admiral Farragut expressed as "one of the most
galling" he ever saw, and succeeded in rescuing from death 10 of the
crew of the _Tecumseh_. Their conduct elicited the admiration of both
friend and foe. (G.O. 71, January 15, 1866.)
BOLDON R. HARRISON.
Seaman, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in the line of
his profession while operating against outlaws on the island of
Basilan, P.I., September 24, 1911. (G.O. 138, December 13, 1911.)
GEORGE H. HARRISON.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Kearsarge_ when she destroyed the
_Alabama_ off Cherbourg, France, June 19, 1864; "exhibited marked
coolness and good conduct, and is highly commended by his divisional
officer." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
COMMANDER WILLIAM K. HARRISON, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914: 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
WILLIAM HART.
Machinist, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_, for
extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading
from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy.
(G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
LIEUT. CHARLES C. HARTIGAN, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22,
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 machine-gun fire, for which
conduct he was commended by his battalion commander. (G.O. 177,
December 4, 1915.)
HARRY HARVEY.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy in battle, Benictican, February 16, 1900. (G.O.
55, July 19, 1901.)
EDWARD W. HATHAWAY.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Sciota_; lost an arm before Vicksburg
February 28, 1862.
CHARLES HAWKINS.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Agawam_; one of the crew of the powder
boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher December 23, 1864, for which
service he volunteered. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
CYRUS HAYDEN.
Carpenter on board of the U.S.S. _Colorado_, color bearer of the
battalion; for planting his flag on the ramparts of the citadel and
protecting it under a heavy fire from the enemy during the attack and
capture of the Korean forts June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8,
1872.)
DAVID E. HAYDEN.
Hospital apprentice, first class, United States Navy. "For gallantry
and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of
duty in action at Thiaucourt, September 15, 1918, with the Second
Battalion, Sixth Regiment United States Marines. During the advance,
when Corporal Creed was mortally wounded, while crossing an open field
swept by machine-gun fire, without hesitating, Hayden ran to his
assistance and, finding him so severely wounded as to require immediate
attention and disregarding personal safety, dressed the wound under
intense machine-gun fire and then carried the wounded man back to a
place of safety." (Act of February 4, 1919.)
JOHN HAYDEN.
Apprentice on board the U.S. training ship _Saratoga_. On the morning
of July 15, 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 and not being an expert swimmer, he was in
danger of drowning. David M. Buchanan, apprentice, instantly, without
removing any of his clothing, jumped after him. John Hayden stripped
himself and 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 of them and rendered assistance until all three were
picked up by a boat from the ship. (G.O. 246, July 22, 1879.)
JOSEPH B. HAYDEN.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Ticonderoga_ in the attacks on
Fort Fisher January 13 to 15, 1865; commended for coolness and close
attention to duty in steering the ship into action. (G.O. 59, June 22,
1865.)
JOHN HAYES.
Coxswain on board the U.S.S. _Kearsarge_ when she destroyed the
_Alabama_ off Cherbourg, France, June 19, 1864; "exhibited marked
coolness and good conduct, and is highly commended by his divisional
officer." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
THOMAS HAYES.
Coxswain on board the U.S.S. _Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864;
commended for coolness and good conduct as captain of No. 1 gun in the
action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He
was on board the _Brooklyn_ in the actions with Forts Jackson and St.
Philip and the ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans, with the
Chalmette batteries, batteries below Vicksburg, and was present at the
surrender of New Orleans. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
WILLIAM HEISCH.
Private, United States Marine Corps, for bravery in crossing the river
at Tientsin June 20, 1900, in a small boat with three other men under a
heavy fire and assisting to destroy buildings occupied by the enemy.
(G.O. 84, March 22, 1902.)
J. H. HELMS.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Chicago_, for heroism rescuing Ishi Tomizi, ship's cook, from drowning
at Montevideo, Uruguay, January 10, 1901. (G.O. 35, March 23, 1901.)
GEORGE F. HENRECHON.
Machinist's mate, second class, United States Navy, for extraordinary
heroism in the line of his profession while operating against outlaws
on the island of Basilan, P.I., September 24, 1911. (G.O. 138, December
13, 1911.)
HENRY HENRICKSON.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_, for extraordinary
bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading from Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7,
1899.)
JOHN HICKMAN.
Second-class fireman on board the U.S.S. _Richmond_ in the attack on
the Port Hudson batteries March 14, 1863. "When the fireroom and other
parts of the ship were filled with hot steam from injury to the boiler
by a shot, he from the first moment of the casualty stood firmly at his
post, and was conspicuous in his exertions to remedy the evil by
hauling the fires from the injured boiler, the heat being so great from
the combined effects of fire and steam that he was compelled from mere
exhaustion to be relieved every few minutes until the work was
accomplished." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)
FRANK HILL.
Private, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Nashville_, for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the
cables leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire
of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
FRANK E. HILL.
Ship's cook, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Bennington_, for
extraordinary heroism displayed at the time of the explosion of a
boiler of that vessel at San Diego, Calif., July 21, 1905. (G.O. 13,
January 5, 1906.)
JOHN HILL.
Chief quarter gunner on board of the U.S.S. _Kansas_; displayed great
coolness and self-possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and
others were drowned, near Greytown, Nicaragua, April 12, 1872, and by
extraordinary heroism and personal exertion prevented greater loss of
life. (G.O. 176, July 9, 1872.)
CAPT. WALTER N. HILL, UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
WILLIAM L. HILL.
Captain of top; for jumping overboard from the U.S. training ship
_Minnesota_ at Newport, R.I., June 22, 1881, and sustaining, until
picked up by a steam launch, William Mulcahy, third-class boy, who had
fallen overboard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
WILLIAM HINNEGAN.
Second-class fireman on board the U.S.S. _Agawam_; one of the crew of
the powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher December 23, 1864,
for which service he volunteered. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
GEORGE HOLLAT.
Third-class boy on board of the U.S.S. _Varuna_ in the attack upon
Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862; mentioned as deserving
"great praise." (G.O. 11, April 8, 1863.)
GEORGE HOLT.
Quarter gunner on board of the U.S.S. _Plymouth_, who, at the imminent
risk of his life, jumped overboard in the harbor of Hamburg July 3,
1871, when a 4-knot tide was running, and, with a comrade, saved from
drowning one of a party who was thrown out of a shore boat coming
alongside the ship. (G.O. 180, October 10, 1872.)
AUGUST HOLTZ.
Chief water tender on board the U.S.S. _North Dakota_; for
extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on
board of that vessel September 8, 1910. (G.O. 83, October 4, 1910.)
WILLIAM E. HOLYOKE.
Boatswain's mate, first class, United Slates Navy, for distinguished
conduct in the presence of the enemy in battles on the 13th, 20th,
21st, and 22d of June, 1900, while with the relief expedition of the
allied forces in China. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
THOMAS HOBAN.
Coxswain, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_, for extraordinary
bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading from Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7,
1899.)
JAMES HORTON.
Gunner's mate on board the U.S.S. _Montauk_. During the night of
September 21, 1864, fire was discovered in the magazine lightroom of
that vessel. The alarm created a panic and demoralized the crew, with
the exception of Horton and a first-class fireman named John Rountry.
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. Rountry, with hose in hand,
notwithstanding the cry of "Fire in the magazine!" forced his way
through the frightened crowd to the lightroom and put out the flames.
(G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
JAMES HORTON.
Captain of top; for courageous conduct in going over the stern of the
U.S.S. _Constitution_, at sea, February 13, 1879, during a heavy gale
and cutting the fastenings of the ship's rudder chains. (G.O. 326,
October 18, 1884.)
LEWIS A. HORTON.
Seaman; was one of the crew of the first cutter of the U.S.S. _Rhode
Island_, on the night of December 30, 1862, which was engaged in saving
the lives of the officers and crew of the _Monitor_. They had saved a
number, and it was owing to their gallantry and zeal in the desire to
save others that they became separated from the _Rhode Island_ and were
adrift for some hours. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
WILLIAM C. HORTON.
Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900.
Horton assisted to erect barricades under a heavy fire. (G.O. 55, July
19, 1901.)
EDWARD J. HOUGHTON.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S. picket boat _No. 1_, which
destroyed the rebel ram _Albemarle_ at Plymouth, N.C., October 27,
1864. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
MARTIN HOWARD.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Tacony_. At the capture of Plymouth,
October 31, 1864, he landed and spiked a loaded 9-inch gun under a
sharp fire of musketry. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
PETER HOWARD.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Mississippi_, in the attack on
the Port Hudson batteries, night of March 14, 1863; commended for zeal
and courage displayed in the performance of unusual and trying service
while the vessel was aground and exposed to a heavy fire. Promoted to
acting master's mate. (G.O. 17, July 19, 1863.)
MICHAEL HUDSON.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S.
_Brooklyn_, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864;
conspicuous good conduct at his gun. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
CAPT. JOHN A. HUGHES, UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
HENRY L. HURLBERT.
Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy at Samoa, April 1, 1899. (G.O. 55, July 19,
1901.)
JAMES L. HULL.
Fireman, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Concord_, for
especially brave and praiseworthy conduct in line of duty, assisting to
haul fires at the time of the blowing out of a lower manhole plate
joint on boiler B on board that vessel off Cavite, Manila Bay, P.I.,
May 21, 1898. The atmosphere in which Hull was obliged to work was very
hot and filled with vapor, necessitating the playing of water into the
fireroom from a hose. (G.O. 502, December 14, 1898.)
MARTIN HUNT.
Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy at the battle of Peking, China, June 20 to July
16, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
CAPT. HARRY McL. P. HUSE, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914; was under fire, 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. (G.O.
177, December 4, 1915.)
MICHAEL HUSKEY.
Fireman on board of the U.S.S. _Carondelet_, Deer Creek expedition,
March, 1863; gallantry in volunteering to aid in the rescue of the tug
_Ivy_, under fire of the enemy, and for general meritorious conduct.
(G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)
JOHN HYLAND.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Signal_, which vessel was attacked by
field batteries and sharpshooters, and destroyed in Red River, May 5,
1864. He displayed great bravery in assisting the officers to slip the
cable, in full view and range of several hundred sharpshooters, on
which occasion he was disabled by a second wound. (G.O. 45, December
31, 1864.)
ROSS L. IAMS.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps. "On November 17, 1915, it was
planned to attack Fort Riviere, Haiti, with a force made up of
detachments from the Fifth, Thirteenth, Twenty-third Companies, and the
marine detachment and sailors from the _Connecticut_. Fort Riviere was
an old French bastion fort, about 200 feet on the side, with thick
walls of brick and stone, the walls being loopholed. The original
entrance had been on the northern side, but had been blocked, a small
breach in the southern wall being used in its stead. As this breach in
the wall was the only entrance to the fort it was naturally covered by
the defenders on the inside, making passage through it into the fort a
most hazardous undertaking for the leading men. Notwithstanding the
fact that the fire of the Cacos was constantly passing through this
hole in the wall, Sergt. Ross L. Iams, Fifth Company, unhesitatingly
jumped through, closely followed by Pvt. Samuel Gross of the
Twenty-third Company. A mêlée then ensued inside of the fort for about
10 minutes, the Cacos fighting desperately with rifles, clubs, stones,
etc., during which several jumped from the walls in an effort to
escape, but were shot by the automatic guns of the Fifth Company and by
the Thirteenth Company advancing to the attack."
LIEUT. (JUNIOR GRADE) JONAS H. INGRAM, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22,
1914. During the second day's fighting the service performed by him was
eminent and conspicuous. He was conspicuous for skillful and efficient
handling of the artillery and machine guns of the _Arkansas_ Battalion,
for which he was specially commended in reports. (G.O. 177, December 4,
1915.)
OSMOND K. INGRAM.
Gunner's mate, first class, United States Navy. "For extraordinary
heroism in the presence of the enemy on the occasion of the torpedoing
of the _Cassin_, on October 15, 1917. While the _Cassin_ was searching
for the submarine, Ingram sighted the torpedo coming, and realizing
that it might strike the ship aft in the vicinity of the depth charges,
he 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." (Act of February 4, 1919.)
JOSEPH IRLAM.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_, in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864; stationed at the wheel; behaved with great
coolness and bravery, sending the other two men who were stationed with
him to replace men disabled at the guns. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
JOHN IRVING.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_, in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864; very conspicuous for bravery, skill, coolness, and
activity at his gun. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
THOMAS IRVING.
Coxswain belonging to the U.S.S. _Lehigh_, Charleston Harbor, November
16, 1863, distinguished for promptness in manning and rowing an open
boat engaged in carrying lines between the _Lehigh_ and _Nahant_, while
the shot and shell from cannon and mortars were flying and breaking all
around. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)
NICHOLAS IRWIN.
Seaman on board the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_ in the engagement in Mobile Bay,
August 5, 1864; very conspicuous for bravery, skill, coolness, and
activity at his gun. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
LIEUT. EDOUARD V. M. ISAACS, UNITED STATES NAVY.
"When the U.S.S. _President Lincoln_ was attacked and sunk by the
German submarine _U-90_, on May 21, 1918, Lieutenant Isaacs 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 United
States 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 reconfined, he 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." (Act of February
4, 1919.)
FRANZ ANTON ITRICH.
Chief carpenter's mate, serving on board the U.S.S. _Petrel_, for
heroism in the presence of the enemy, Manila, P.I., May 1, 1898. (G.O.
13, December 5, 1900.)
JOHN JACKSON.
Ordinary seaman on board the U.S.S. _C. P. Williams_, Stono Inlet,
August 16, 1863; was stationed on the forecastle lookout, and
discovered two torpedoes floating down so as to cross the bow of the
vessel; seized a boat hook, jumped on the bobstays, and carefully
guided the torpedoes down with the tide. Subsequently he volunteered to
remove the caps, which he did with skill and courage. (G.O. 32, April
16, 1864.)
WILLIAM H. JAEGER.
Apprentice, first class, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct
in the presence of the enemy, Katbalogan, Samar, P.I., July 16, 1900.
(G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
JOHN H. JAMES.
Captain of top on board of the U.S.S. _Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5,
1864, commended for coolness and good conduct as captain of a gun in
the action in Mobile Bay, on the morning and forenoon of August 5,
1864. He came off the sick list at the commencement of the action, went
to his quarters, and fought his gun well during the entire action. He
was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the rebel
ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans, the Chalmettes, the batteries
below Vicksburg, and present at the surrender of New Orleans. Joined
the _Richmond_ September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
ERNEST AUGUST JANSON.
Gunnery sergeant, United States Marine Corps. "For conspicuous
gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action
with the enemy near Chateau-Thierry, France, June 6, 1918. Immediately
after the company to which he belonged had reached its objective on
Hill 142, several hostile counterattacks were launched against the line
before the new position had been consolidated. Gunnery Sergeant Janson
was attempting to organize a position on the north slope of the hill
when he saw 12 of the enemy, armed with five light machine guns,
crawling toward his group. Giving the alarm, he rushed the hostile
detachment, bayonetted the two leaders, and forced the others to flee,
abandoning their guns. His quick action, initiative, and courage drove
the enemy from a position from which they could have swept the hill
with machine-gun fire and forced the withdrawal of our troops." (Act of
February 4, 1919.)
ALEXANDER JARDINE.
Fireman, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Potomac_, for
extraordinary bravery in line of duty, volunteering to enter the
fireroom filled with live steam and open the auxiliary valve at the
time of the accident to the forward boiler of that vessel en route from
Cat Island to Nassau on the night of November 14, 1898. After repeated
attempts, enveloped from head to feet in wet blankets and wet towels
over his face, he succeeded in getting the valve open and thus
relieving the vessel of all further danger. (G.O. 503, December 13,
1898.)
BERRIE H. JARRETT.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Florida_; for extraordinary heroism in
the line of his profession during the seizure of Vera Cruz, Mexico,
April 21, 1914. (G.O. 116, August 19, 1914.)
THOMAS JENKINS.
Seaman on board the U.S.S. _Cincinnati_, in an attack on the Vicksburg
batteries May 27, 1863, conspicuous for coolness and bravery under a
severely accurate fire. "This was no ordinary case of performance of
duty." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)
JOHN P. JOHANSON.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_, for heroism and
gallantry under fire of the enemy, while cutting cables at Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898. (G.O. 529, November 2, 1899.)
JOHAN J. JOHANSSON.
Ordinary seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_, for
extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading
from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy.
(G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
JOHANNES J. JOHANNESSEN.
Chief water tender, serving on board the U.S.S. _Iowa_, for
extraordinary heroism at the time of the blowing out of the manhole
plate of boiler D on board that vessel January 25, 1905. (G.O. 182,
March 20, 1905.)
HANS JOHNSEN.
Chief machinist, serving on board the torpedo boat _Winslow_, for
gallant and conspicuous conduct in the action at Cardenas, Cuba, May
11, 1898. Johnsen was specially commended for presence of mind in
turning off steam from the engine wrecked by shell bursting in
cylinder. (G.O. 497, September 3, 1898.)
HENRY JOHNSON.
Seaman belonging to the U.S.S. _Metacomet_; was one of the boat's crew
which, in charge of Acting Ensign H. C. Neilds, of the United States
Navy, went to the rescue of the officers and crew of the U.S. monitor
_Tecumseh_ when that vessel was sunk by a torpedo in passing the forts
in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864. This boat's crew, under their brave and
gallant leader, went within a few hundred yards of one of the forts
under a fire, which Admiral Farragut expressed as "one of the most
galling" he ever saw, and succeeded in rescuing from death 10 of the
crew of the _Tecumseh_. Their conduct elicited the admiration of both
friend and foe. (G.O. 82, February 23, 1867.)
JOHN JOHNSON.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Kansas_; displayed great coolness and
self-possession at the time Commander A. F. Crosman and others were
drowned, near Greytown, Nicaragua, April 12, 1872, and by extraordinary
heroism and personal exertion prevented greater loss of life. (G.O.
176, July 9, 1872.)
PETER JOHNSON.
Fireman, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Vixen_, for coolness
and heroism in entering the fireroom on the night of May 28, 1898, when
the lower front manhole gasket of boiler A blew out. (G.O. 167, August
27, 1904.)
WILLIAM JOHNSON.
Cooper of the U.S.S. _Adams_, for rescuing from drowning Daniel W.
Kloppen, a workman, at the navy yard, Mare Island, Calif., November 14,
1879. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
WILLIAM P. JOHNSON.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Fort Hindman_, in the engagement near
Harrisonburg, La., March 2, 1864. "Although badly wounded in the hand,
he took the place of a wounded man, and sponged and loaded the gun
throughout the entire action." (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)
LIEUT. COMMANDER RUFUS Z. JOHNSTON, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22,
1914; 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. (G.O. 177,
December 4, 1915.)
ANDREW JONES.
Chief boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Chickasaw_. Although his
enlistment had expired, he volunteered from the _Vincennes_ for the
battle in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, and was honorably mentioned by
the commanding officer of the _Chickasaw_. (G.O. 45, December 31,
1864.)
JOHN JONES.
Landsman; was one of the crew of the first cutter of the U.S.S. _Rhode
Island_, on the night of December 30, 1862, which was engaged in saving
the lives of the officers and crew of the _Monitor_. They had saved a
number, and it was owing to their gallantry and zeal and desire to save
others that they became separated from the _Rhode Island_, and were
adrift for some hours. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
JOHN E. JONES.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Oneida_; in the engagement in
Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; stationed at the wheel, was wounded. After
the wheel ropes were shot away he went on the poop to assist at the
signals, and remained there until ordered to reeve new wheel ropes.
(G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
THOMAS JONES.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Ticonderoga_, in the attacks on Fort
Fisher, December 24 and 25, 1864, and January 13, 14, and 15, 1865;
"commended for coolness and good conduct as captain of a gun." (G.O.
59, June 22, 1865.)
WILLIAM JONES.
Captain of top on board of the U.S.S. _Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5,
1864; commended for coolness and good conduct as captain of a gun in
the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of the 5th of
August, 1864. Joined the _Dacotah_ in September, 1861, and was on board
the _Cumberland_ when sunk by the _Merrimac_, at Newport News. Joined
the _Richmond_ in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
THOMAS JORDAN.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Galena_. During the action in
Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, he was stationed on the poop, attending
signals, under a heavy fire from Fort Morgan, and displayed gallantry
and great coolness. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
ROBERT JORDAN.
Coxswain U.S.S. _Minnesota_; temporarily on board the U.S.S. _Mount
Washington_, Nansemond River, April 14, 1863. "Performed every duty
with the utmost coolness and courage, and showed an unsurpassed
devotion to the service." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)
THOMAS KANE.
Captain of the hold on board of the U.S.S. _Nereus_; on the occasion of
the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865, behaved with conspicuous
gallantry, having, under a heavy fire of musketry, carried on his back
a wounded messmate to a place of safety, and fearlessly exposed himself
in assisting other wounded comrades whose lives were endangered. (G.O.
84, October 3, 1867.)
THOMAS W. KATES.
Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy in the advance on Tientsin, June 21, 1900. (G.O.
55, July 19, 1901.)
PHILIP B. KEEFER.
Coppersmith, serving on board the U.S.S. _Iowa_, for courageous and
zealous conduct in hauling fires from two furnaces of boiler B when
fireroom was completely filled with live steam from a blown-out manhole
gasket, and fireroom floor plates were covered with boiling water, on
board of that vessel off Santiago de Cuba, July 20, 1898. (G.O. 501,
December 14, 1898.)
MICHAEL KEARNEY.
Private, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Nashville_, for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the
cables leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire
of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
JOHN KELLEY.
Second-class fireman on board of the U.S.S. _Ceres_, in the fight near
Hamilton, up the Roanoke River, July 9, 1862; spoken of for "good
conduct and soul bravery." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
FRANCIS KELLY.
Water tender, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. _Merrimac_, at the entrance
to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, on the night of June 2, 1898, under
heavy fire from the Spanish batteries. (G.O. 529, November 2, 1899.)
JOHN JOSEPH KELLY.
Private, United States Marine Corps. "For conspicuous gallantry and
intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action with the enemy
at Blanc Mont Ridge, France, October 3, 1918. Private Kelley ran
through our own barrage a hundred yards in advance of the front line
and attacked an enemy machine-gun nest, killing the gunner with a
grenade, shooting another member of the crew with his pistol, and
returned through the barrage with eight prisoners." (Act of February 4,
1919.)
THOMAS KENDRICK.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Oneida_, in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864, a volunteer from the _Bienville_; attracted the
particular attention of the executive officer of the _Oneida_ by his
excellent conduct. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
BARNETT KENNA.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_, in the engagement in
Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; coolness, bravery, and skill in the working
of his gun. His conduct was particularly meritorious. (G.O. 45,
December 31, 1864.)
CHARLES KENYON.
Fireman on board of the U.S.S. _Galena_, in the attack upon Drurys
Bluff, May 15, 1862; "conspicuous for persistent courage." Promoted to
acting third assistant engineer. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
THOMAS KERSEY.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Plymouth_; bravery and presence
of mind in rescuing from drowning one of the crew of the _Plymouth_, at
the navy yard, New York, on the 26th of July, 1876. (G.O. 215, August
9, 1876.)
JOSEPH KILLACKEY.
Landsman, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence
of the enemy, in battles on the 13th, 20th, 21st, and 22d of June,
1900, while with the relief expedition of the allied forces in China.
(G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
HUGH KING.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Iroquois_; jumped overboard in
the Delaware River, September 7, 1871, and saved one of the crew of
that vessel from drowning. (G.O. 176, July 9, 1872.)
JOHN KING.
Water tender, serving on board the U.S.S. _Vicksburg_, for heroism in
the line of his profession at the time of the accident to the boilers
May 29, 1901. (G.O. 72, December 6, 1901.)
SECOND MEDAL.
Water tender, serving on board the U.S.S. _Salem_, for extraordinary
heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of the accident
to one of the boilers of that vessel September 13, 1909. (G.O. 40,
October 19, 1909.)
R. H. KING.
Landsman on board of the U.S. picket boat _No. 1_, which destroyed the
rebel ram _Albemarle_, at Plymouth, N.C., October 27, 1864. (G.O. 45,
December 31, 1864.)
SAMUEL W. KINNAIRD.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Lackawanna_; in the engagement in
Mobile Bay August 5, 1864, set an example to the crew by his presence
of mind and cheerfulness, that had beneficial effect. (G.O. 45,
December 31, 1864.)
ROBERT KLEIN.
Chief carpenter's mate, serving on board the U.S.S. _Raleigh_, for
heroism in rescuing shipmates overcome in double bottoms by fumes of
turpentine January 25, 1904. (G.O. 173, October 6, 1904.)
MATEJ KOCAK.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps. "For extraordinary heroism in
action in the Villers Cotteretes, south of Soissons, France, July 18,
1918. He advanced ahead of the American line and captured a machine gun
and its crew. Later the same day he took command of several squads of
allied troops and led them forward in the advance." (Act of February 4,
1919.)
FRANZ KRAMER.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_, for extraordinary
bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading from Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7,
1899.)
ERNEST KRAUSE.
Coxswain, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_, for extraordinary
bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading from Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7,
1899.)
HERMANN W. KUCHNEISTER.
Private, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Marblehead_, for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the
cables leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire
of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
P. J. KYLE.
Landsman; for rescuing from drowning a shipmate from the U.S.S.
_Quinnebaug_, at Port Mahon, Minorca, March 13, 1879.
BARTLETT LAFFEY.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Petrel_; was sent on shore with
others to man a rifle howitzer which had been mounted on a field
carriage and posted in the streets of Yazoo City during the rebel
attack on that place, March 5, 1864. Their defense of the gun against
superior forces is mentioned as most gallant, having nobly stood their
ground through the whole action, fighting hand to hand to save the gun
and the reputation of the Navy. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O.
32, April 16, 1864.)
DANIEL LAKIN.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Commodore Perry_, in the attack upon
Franklin, Va., October 3, 1862; distinguished for his gallant conduct.
Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
THOMAS LAKIN.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Narragansett_; gallant conduct in
jumping overboard from the _Narragansett_ at the navy yard, Mare
Island, Calif., on the 24th of November, 1874, and rescuing two men of
that ship from drowning.
SURG. CARY D. LANGHORNE, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22,
1914. Carried a wounded man from the front of the Naval Academy while
under a heavy fire. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
JOHN S. LANN.
Landsman on board the U.S.S. _Magnolia_; was one of the howitzer corps,
cooperating with the Army in the military and naval expedition to St.
Marks, Fla., March 5 and 6, 1865, and was commended for coolness and
determination under fire, his remarkable efforts in assisting to
transport gun, and for remaining by his gun throughout a severe
engagement in a manner highly creditable to the service. (G.O. 59, June
22, 1865.)
LIEUT. JAMES P. LANNON, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22,
1914. Assisted a wounded man under heavy fire, and after returning to
his battalion was himself desperately wounded. (G.O. 177, December 4,
1915.)
JOHN LAVERTY.
Fireman on board of the U.S.S. _Wyalusing_; volunteered May 25, 1864,
in a night attempt to destroy the rebel ram _Albemarle_, in Roanoke
River, and although it was unsuccessful, he displayed courage, zeal,
and unwearied exertion on the occasion. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
JOHN LAVERTY.
First-class fireman; for hauling the fires from under the boiler, the
stop-valve chamber having been ruptured, of the U.S.S. _Alaska_, at
Callao Bay, Peru, September 14, 1881. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
JOHN LAWSON.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Hartford_, in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864. "Was one of the six men stationed at the
shell-whip on the berth deck. A shell killed or wounded the whole
number. Lawson was wounded in the leg and thrown with great violence
against the side of the ship; but as soon as he recovered himself,
although begged to go below, he refused and went back to the
shell-whip, where he remained during the action." (G.O. 45, December
31, 1864.)
NICHOLAS LEAR.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _New Ironsides_; commended for
highly meritorious conduct during the several engagements with Fort
Fisher in December, 1864, and January, 1865. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
JAMES H. LEE.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Kearsarge_ when she destroyed the
_Alabama_ off Cherbourg, France, June 19, 1864; "exhibited marked
coolness and good conduct and is highly commended by his divisional
officer." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
EMILE LEJEUNE.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Plymouth_; gallant conduct in rescuing a
citizen from drowning at Port Royal, S.C., June 6, 1876. (G.O. 212,
June 9, 1876.)
GEORGE W. LELAND.
Gunner's mate belonging to the U.S.S. _Lehigh_, Charleston Harbor,
November 16, 1863; distinguished for promptness in manning and rowing
an open boat engaged in carrying lines between the _Lehigh_ and
_Nahant_, while the shot and shell from cannon and mortars were flying
and breaking all around. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 32,
April 16, 1864.)
PIERRE LEON.
Captain of forecastle on board the U.S.S. _Baron DeKalb_, Yazoo River
expedition, December 23 to 27, 1862; mentioned by his commanding
officer for having "distinguished himself in various actions." (G.O.
11, April 3, 1863.)
JOSEPH LEONARD.
(See Joseph Melvin.)
WILLIAM LEVERY.
Apprentice, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_; for
extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading
from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy.
(G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
HARRY LIPSCOMB.
Water tender on board the U.S.S. _North Dakota_; for extraordinary
heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on board of that
vessel September 8, 1910. (G.O. 83, October 4, 1910.)
BENJAMIN LLOYD.
Coal heaver on board of the U.S.S. _Wyalusing_; volunteered May 25,
1864, in a night attempt to destroy the rebel ram _Albemarle_, in
Roanoke River, and although it was unsuccessful, he displayed courage,
zeal, and unwearied exertion on the occasion. (G.O. 45, December 31,
1864.)
JOHN W. LLOYD.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Wyalusing_; volunteered May 25, 1864,
in a night attempt to destroy the rebel ram _Albemarle_, in Roanoke
River, and although it was unsuccessful, he displayed courage, zeal,
and unwearied exertion on the occasion. Promoted to acting master's
mate. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
HUGH LOGAN.
Captain of the afterguard; was one of the crew of the U.S.S. _Rhode
Island_ on the night of December 30, 1862, which was engaged in saving
the lives of the officers and crew of the _Monitor_. They had saved a
number, and it was owing to their gallantry and zeal in the desire to
save others that they became separated from the _Rhode Island_ and were
adrift for some hours. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
GEORGE LOW.
Seaman; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. _Tennessee_ at New
Orleans, La., February 15, 1881, and sustaining, until picked up by a
boat's crew, N. P. Petersen, gunner's mate, who had fallen overboard.
(G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
ENSIGN GEORGE M. LOWRY, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
JOHN LUCY.
Second-class boy on board of the U.S. training ship _Minnesota_; heroic
conduct on the occasion of the burning of Castle Garden, at New York,
on the 9th of July, 1876. (G.O. 214, July 27, 1876.)
WILLIAM F. LUKES.
Landsman, United States Navy, and a member of Company D; capture of the
Korean forts, June 9 and 10, 1871; received a severe cut over the head
while fighting inside the fort. (G.O. 180, October 10, 1872.)
LIEUT. COMMANDER ALEXANDER G. LYLE, DENTAL CORPS, UNITED STATES NAVY.
"For extraordinary heroism and devotion to duty while serving with the
Fifth Regiment United States Marines. Under heavy shell fire, on April
23, 1918, he rushed to the assistance of Corpl. 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. (Act of February 4, 1919.)
THOMAS LYONS.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Pensacola_; in the attack on Forts
Jackson and St. Philip, April 24, 1862, was lashed outside of that
vessel, on the port-sheet chain, with lead in hand, to lead the ship
past the forts, and never flinched, although under a heavy fire from
the forts and rebel gunboats. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)
JAMES MACHON.
Boy, U.S.S. _Brooklyn_; in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5,
1864; conspicuous for bravery, performing his duty in the powder
division, at a point where the ship was riddled very much, and in the
immediate vicinity of the shell whips, which were twice cleared of men
by bursting shells. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
ALEXANDER MACK.
Captain of top on board of the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_; in the engagement in
Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; activity, zeal, and skill displayed in
handling his gun, as well as great courage. He was severely wounded.
(G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
JOHN MACK.
Seaman on board the U.S.S. _Hendrick Hudson_; was one of the men of a
howitzer's crew cooperating with the Army in the military and naval
expedition to St. Marks, Fla., March 5 and 6, 1865, and was commended
for coolness and determination under fire, remarkable efforts in
assisting to transport gun, and for remaining by gun throughout a
severe engagement in a manner highly creditable to himself and to the
service. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
JOHN MACKENZIE.
Chief boatswain's mate, United States Naval Reserve Force, on board the
U.S.S. _Remlik_. On the morning of December 17, 1917, the _Remlik_
encountered a heavy gale. During this gale there was a heavy sea
running. The depth-charge box on the taff rail aft, containing a Sperry
depth charge, was washed overboard, the depth charge itself falling
inboard and remaining on deck. 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 Mackenzie exposed his life and prevented a serious accident to the
ship and probable loss of the ship and entire crew. (G.O. 391, May 8,
1918.)
JOHN MACKIE.
Corporal, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. _Galena_,
in the attack on Fort Darling, at Drurys Bluff, James River, May 15,
1862; particularly mentioned for his "gallant conduct and services and
signal acts of devotion to duty." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1862.)
HARRY LEWIS MacNEAL.
Private, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Brooklyn_, for heroism and gallantry in action at the Battle of
Santiago de Cuba, July 3, 1898. (G.O. 526, August 9, 1899.)
WILLIAM MADDEN.
Coal heaver on board the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_, in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864; conspicuous for bravery, performing his duty in
the powder division, at a point where the ship was riddled very much,
and in the immediate vicinity of the shell whips, which were twice
cleared of men by bursting shells. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
EDWARD MADDIN.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Franklin_; gallant conduct in
jumping overboard from the _Franklin_, at Lisbon, Portugal, and
rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel, on the 9th of
January, 1876. (G.O. 206, February 15, 1876.)
LIEUT. COMMANDER JAMES J. MADISON, UNITED STATES NAVAL RESERVE FORCE.
"For exceptionally heroic service in a position of great responsibility
as commanding officer of the U.S.S. _Ticonderoga_, when, on October 4,
1918, that vessel was attacked by an enemy submarine and 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 31 others, out of a total number of 236 on
board." (Act of February 4, 1919.)
JOHN W. MAGEE.
Second-class fireman on board the U.S.S. _Tallapoosa_, when that vessel
sunk, on the night of August 21, 1884; remained at his post of duty in
the fireroom until the fires were put out by the rising waters. (G.O.
326, October 18, 1884.)
GEORGE F. MAGER.
Apprentice, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_; for
gallantry under fire of the enemy while cutting cables at Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898. (G.O. 529, November 2, 1899.)
GEORGE MAHONEY.
Fireman, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Vixen_; for coolness
and heroism in entering the fireroom on the night of May 28, 1898, when
the lower front manhole of boiler A blew out. (G.O. 167, August 27,
1904.)
HENRY J. MANNING.
Quartermaster; for jumping overboard from the U.S. training ship _New
Hampshire_, off Newport, R.I., January 4, 1882, and endeavoring to
rescue Jabez Smith, second-class musician, from drowning. (G.O. 326,
October 18, 1884.)
EDWARD MARTIN.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Galena_. During the action in
Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, he was stationed at the wheel while towing
the U.S.S. _Oneida_ by Forts Morgan and Gaines, which vessel had become
disabled by a shell that exploded her starboard boiler. He displayed
coolness and great courage on that trying occasion. (G.O. 59, June 22,
1865.)
JAMES MARTIN.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S.
_Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and good
conduct as captain of a gun in the action in Mobile Bay, on the morning
and forenoon of August 5, 1864; was in the actions with Forts Jackson
and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, the rebel ironclads and gunboats below
New Orleans, Vicksburg, Port Hudson, and present at the surrender of
New Orleans, on board of the _Richmond_. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
WILLIAM MARTIN.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Benton_, Yazoo River
expedition, December 23 to 27, 1862; mentioned by his commanding
officer for having "distinguished himself in various actions." Promoted
to acting master's mate. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
WILLIAM MARTIN.
Seaman; captain of gun on board of the U.S.S. _Varuna_, in the attack
upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, April 24, 1862; mentioned as having
done his "duty through the thickest of the fight, with great coolness
and danger to the enemy." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
JOSEPH MATTHEWS.
Captain of top; for courageous conduct in going over the stern of the
U.S.S. _Constitution_ at sea, February 13, 1879, during a heavy gale,
and cutting the fastenings of the ship's rudder chains. (G.O. 326,
October 18, 1884.)
CLARENCE E. MATHIAS.
Private, United States Marine Corps; for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy in the advance on Tientsin, June 21, 1900. (G.O.
55, July 19, 1901.)
JOHN MAXWELL.
Fireman, second class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Marblehead_, for
extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading
from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy.
(G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
CHARLES MELVILLE.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Hartford_, in the engagement in
Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864. "This man (a loader of a gun) was severely
wounded by a piece of a shell. He was taken below, but would not remain
there; and although scarcely able to stand, performed his duty until
the end of the action. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
JOSEPH MELVIN.
(Name changed to Joseph Leonard.)
Private, United States Marine Corps; for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy in battles, while with the Eighth Army Corps, on
the 25th, 27th, and 29th of March, and the 4th of April, 1899. (G.O.
55, July 19, 1901.)
JAMES MEREDITH.
(Name changed to Patrick F. Ford, Jr.)
Private, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Marblehead_, for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the
cables leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire
of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
JAMES F. MERTON.
Landsman, United States Navy, and a member of Company D; capture of the
Korean forts, June 9 and 10, 1871; was severely wounded in the arm
while trying to force his way into the fort. (G.O. 180, October 10,
1872.)
WILLIAM MEYER.
Carpenter's mate, third class, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_,
for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading
from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy.
(G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
JAMES MIFFLIN.
Engineer's cook on board of the U.S.S. _Brooklyn_, in the engagement in
Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; conspicuous for bravery, performing his
duty in the powder division, at a point where the ship was riddled very
much, and in the immediate vicinity of the shell whips, which were
twice cleared of men by bursting shells. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
ANDREW MILLER.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S.
_Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and good
conduct as captain of a gun in the action in Mobile Bay, on the morning
and forenoon of August 5, 1864; was on board the _Brooklyn_ in the
actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, the rebel
ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans, batteries below Vicksburg,
and present at the surrender of New Orleans. (G.O. 45, December 31,
1864.)
HARRY H. MILLER.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_, for extraordinary
bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading from Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7,
1899.)
HUGH MILLER.
Boatswain's mate; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. _Quinnebaug_,
at Alexandria, Egypt, on the morning of November 21, 1885, and
assisting in saving a shipmate from drowning. (Letter Capt. N. Ludlow,
United States Navy, No. 8326/B, November 21, 1885.)
JAMES MILLER.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Marblehead_, in the engagement
with the rebel batteries on Stone River, December 25, 1863; noted for
bravery and coolness in casting the lead and giving the soundings while
exposed to a dangerous fire, and only retired, reluctantly, when
ordered to do so; also commended for admirable management at the wheel.
Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)
WILLARD MILLER.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_, for extraordinary
bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading from Cienfuegos,
Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7,
1899.)
DANIEL S. MILLIKEN.
Quarter gunner on board the U.S.S. _New Ironsides_; commended for
highly meritorious conduct during the several engagements with Fort
Fisher, in December, 1864, and January, 1865. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
JOHN MILLMORE.
Ordinary seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Essex_, for rescuing from
drowning John W. Powers, ordinary seaman, serving on the same vessel
with him, at Monrovia, Liberia, October 31, 1877. (G.O. 326, October
18, 1884.)
CHARLES MILLS.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Minnesota_; in the assault on Fort
Fisher, January 15, 1865, charged up to the palisades; remained there
when the panic seized the men, and, at the risk of his life, remained
with and assisted a wounded officer from the field after dark. (G.O.
59, June 22, 1865.)
JOSEPH MITCHELL.
Gunners mate, first class, United States Navy; for distinguished
conduct in the presence of the enemy in the battle of Peking, China,
July 12, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
THOMAS MITCHELL.
Landsman, serving on board U.S.S. _Richmond_; for rescuing from
drowning M. F. Caulan, first-class boy, serving with him on the same
vessel, at Shanghai, China, November 17, 1879. (G.O. 326, October 18,
1884.)
COMMANDER WILLIAM A. MOFFETT, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914; 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. (G.O. 177,
December 4, 1915.)
HUGH MOLLOY.
Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Fort Hindman_. During the
engagement near Harrisonburg, La., March 2, 1864, a shell pierced the
bow casement on the right of gun No. 1, mortally wounding the first
sponger, who dropped his sponge out of the port on the forecastle.
Molloy instantly jumped from the port to the forecastle, recovered the
sponge, and sponged and loaded the gun while outside, exposed to a
heavy fire of musketry. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)
MONS MONSSON.
Chief gunner's mate, serving on board the U.S.S. _Missouri_, for
extraordinary heroism in 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, April 13, 1904. (G.O. 160,
May 26, 1904.)
DANIEL MONTAGUE.
Chief master-at-arms, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in
connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. _Merrimac_, at the entrance
to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba, on the night of June 2, 1898, under
heavy fire from the Spanish batteries. (G.O. 529, November 2, 1899.)
ROBERT MONTGOMERY.
Captain of afterguard on board of the U.S.S. _Agawam_; one of the crew
of the powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, December 23,
1864, for which service he volunteered. (G.O. 45, December 21, 1864.)
ALBERT MOORE.
Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900.
Moore assisted to erect barricades under a heavy fire. (G.O. 55, July
19, 1901.)
CHARLES MOORE.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Kearsarge_ when she destroyed the
_Alabama_, off Cherbourg, France, June 19, 1864; "exhibited marked
coolness and good conduct, and is highly commended by his divisional
officer." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
CHARLES MOORE.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Marblehead_, in the engagement with
the rebel batteries on Stone River, December 25, 1863; although
painfully wounded by a piece of shell and sent below, returned to his
quarters in a few moments and insisted upon resuming his duties, and
actually remained until he became so faint from loss of blood that he
had to be sent below. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)
FRANCIS MOORE.
Boatswain's mate, for jumping overboard from the U.S. training ship
_Portsmouth_, at the Washington Navy Yard, January 23, 1882, and
endeavoring to rescue Thomas Duncan, carpenter and calker, who had
fallen overboard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
GEORGE MOORE.
Seaman; was one of the crew of the first cutter of the U.S.S. _Rhode
Island_, on the night of December 30, 1862, which was engaged in saving
the lives of the officers and crew of the _Monitor_. They had saved a
number, and it was owing to their gallantry and zeal and desire to save
others that they became separated from the _Rhode Island_ and were
adrift for some hours. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
PHILIP MOORE.
Seaman; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. _Trenton_, at Genoa,
Italy, September 21, 1880, and rescuing from drowning Hans Paulsen,
ordinary seaman. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
WILLIAM MOORE.
Boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. _Benton_; conspicuous for bravery
in the attack on Haines Bluff, December 27, 1862, being engaged in
carrying out lines to the shore amidst a heavy fire; also for marked
coolness and ability as captain of a 9-inch gun in Battery Benton in
the attack upon Vicksburg, May 22, 1863. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)
JAMES H. MORGAN.
Captain of top on board of the U.S.S. _Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5,
1864; commended for coolness and good conduct as captain of a gun in
the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864.
He joined the _Colorado_ in May, 1861; volunteered for the U.S.S.
_Mississippi_; was in the action with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the
Chalmettes, Vicksburg, Port Hudson, and present at the surrender of New
Orleans; was on board the _New Ironsides_ at Charleston. Joined the
_Richmond_ in October, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
WILLIAM H. MORIN.
Boatswain's mate, second class, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Marblehead_; for heroism while engaged in the perilous work of
sweeping for and disabling 27 contact mines in the approaches to
Caimanera, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, July 26 and 27, 1898. (G.O. 500,
December 14, 1898.)
JOHN MORRIS.
Corporal, United States Marine Corps, for leaping overboard from the
U.S. flagship _Lancaster_, at Villefranche, France, December 25, 1881,
and rescuing from drowning Robert Blizzard, ordinary seaman, a
prisoner, who had jumped overboard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
JOHN G. MORRISON.
Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. _Carondelet_; commended for meritorious
conduct in general, and especially for heroic conduct and inspiring
example to the crew in the engagement with the rebel ram _Arkansas_, in
Yazoo River, July 15, 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, 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.
(G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)
WILLIAM MORSE.
Seaman; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. _Shenandoah_ at Rio de
Janeiro, Brazil, September 19, 1880, and rescuing from drowning James
Grady, first-class fireman. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
CHARLES W. MORTON.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Benton_, Yazoo River
expedition, December 23 to 27, 1862; mentioned by his commanding
officer for having "distinguished himself in various actions." (G.O.
11, April 3, 1863.)
PATRICK MULLEN.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Wyandank_. During a boat
expedition up Mattox Creek, March 17, 1865, was reported by his
commanding officer as having rendered gallant assistance. (G.O. 59,
June 22, 1865.)
SECOND MEDAL.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Don_. While the boats of this
vessel were engaged, May 1, 1865, in picking up the crew of picket
launch _No. 6_, which had swamped, an officer was seen in the water who
was no longer able to keep up and was at the time below the surface.
Patrick Mullen jumped overboard and brought the officer safely to the
boat, thereby rescuing him from drowning. Entitled to wear a bar on the
medal he already had received at Mattox Creek March 17, 1865. (G.O. 62,
June 29, 1865.)
FREDERICK MULLER.
Mate, United States Navy, attached to the U.S.S. _Wompatuck_, for
heroism and gallantry under fire of the enemy at Manzanillo, Cuba, June
30, 1898. (G.O. 45, April 30, 1901.)
HUGH P. MULLIN.
Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. _Texas_; for rescuing Alfred
Kosminski, apprentice, second class, who fell overboard while that
vessel was coaling at Hampton Roads, Va., November 11, 1899. Mullin,
though wearing heavy rubber boots at the time, jumped overboard and at
great risk to himself supported Kosminski until the latter was safely
hauled out of the water. (G.O. 537, January 8, 1900.)
J. E. MURPHY.
Coxswain, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in connection
with the sinking of the U.S.S. _Merrimac_ at the entrance to the harbor
of Santiago de Cuba on the night of June 2, 1898, under heavy fire from
the Spanish batteries. (G.O. 529, November 2, 1899.)
JOHN A. MURPHY.
Drummer, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900.
(G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
PATRICK MURPHY.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Metacomet_; Mobile Bay, August
5, 1864, and other occasions.
SAMUEL McALLISTER.
Ordinary seaman, United States Navy, for bravery in crossing the river
at Tientsin, China, June 20, 1900, in a small boat with three other men
under a heavy fire and assisting to destroy buildings occupied by the
enemy. (G.O. 84, March 22, 1902.)
JOHN McCARTON.
Ship's printer, for jumping overboard from the U.S. training ship _New
Hampshire_, off Coasters Harbor Island, near Newport, R.I., January 4,
1882, and endeavoring to rescue Jabez Smith, second-class musician,
from drowning. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)
MATTHEW McCLELLAND.
First-class fireman on board of the U.S.S. _Richmond_, in the attack on
Port Hudson batteries, March 14, 1863. "When the fireroom and other
parts of the ship were filled with hot steam from injury to the boiler
by a shot, he, from the first moment of the casualty, stood firmly at
his post and was conspicuous in his exertions to remedy the evil by
hauling the fires from the injured boiler, the heat being so great from
the combined effects of fire and steam that he was compelled, from
sheer exhaustion, to be relieved every few minutes until the work was
accomplished." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)
CHIEF BOATSWAIN JOHN McCLOY, UNITED STATES NAVY.
While coxswain, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy in battles on the 13th, 20th, 21st, and 22d of
June, 1900, while with the relief expedition of the allied forces in
China. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
SECOND MEDAL.
For distinguished conduct in battle and extraordinary heroism,
engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22, 1914. Led a flotilla of three picket
launches, mounting 1-pounders along the sea front of Vera Cruz in front
of the naval school and customhouse. The launches drew the combined
fire of the Mexicans in that vicinity and thus enabled the cruisers to
shell them out temporarily and save our men on shore. His conduct was
eminent and conspicuous, and, although shot through the thigh during
this fire, he remained at his post as beachmaster for 48 hours until
sent to a hospital ship by the brigade surgeon. (G.O. 177, December 4,
1915.)
MICHAEL McCORMICK.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Signal_, which vessel was
attacked by field batteries and sharpshooters and destroyed, in Red
River, May 5, 1864. He was wounded early in the day, but stood to his
gun until ordered to leave it. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
ADAM McCULLOCK.
Seaman on board the U.S.S. _Lackawanna_ in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864, being wounded, would not leave his quarters,
although ordered to do so, but remained until the action was over.
(G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
ENSIGN EDWARD O. McDONNELL, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21
and 22, 1914; posted on the roof of the Terminal Hotel and landing;
established a signal station there and day and night maintained
communication between the troops and the 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)
JOHN McDONALD.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Baron De Kalb_, Yazoo River
expedition, December 23 to 27, 1862, mentioned by his commanding
officer for having "distinguished himself in various actions." (G.O.
11, April 3, 1863.)
JOHN McFARLAND.
Captain of forecastle on board of the U.S.S. _Hartford_ in the
engagement in Mobile May, August 5, 1864. "Was at the wheel, which has
been his station in all the previous fights of this ship. As on every
other occasion, he displayed the utmost coolness and intelligence
throughout the action. When the _Lackawanna_ ran into the _Hartford_,
and for a moment there was every appearance of the man at the wheel
being crushed, he never left his station nor ceased for an instant to
attend strictly to his duties." This evidence of coolness and
self-possession, together with his good conduct in the other battles of
the _Hartford_, entitle him to the medal. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
JOHN McGOWAN.
Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. _Varuna_ in the attack upon Forts
Jackson and St. Philip, April 24, 1862; "stood at the wheel the whole
time, although guns were raking the decks from behind him. His position
was one of the most responsible on the ship, and he did his duty to the
utmost. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
FRED HENRY McGUIRE.
Hospital apprentice, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in
the line of his profession while operating against outlaws on the
island of Basilan, P.I., September 24, 1911. (G.O. 138, December 13,
1911.)
PATRICK McGUNIGAL.
Ship's fitter, first class, United States Navy, attached to the
_Huntington_. On the morning of September 17, 1917, while the U.S.S.
_Huntington_ was passing through the war zone, a kite balloon was sent
up with Lieut. (junior grade) H. W. Hoyt, United States 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 started to roll over.
The pilot was inside the basket and could not get out, due to the
tangle of ropes overhead. The balloon was hauled to the ship's side,
but the basket trailed in the water and the pilot was submerged.
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, helped the pilot to get clear, put a bowline
around him, and he was hauled to the deck. A bowline was lowered to
McGunigal and he was taken safely aboard. (G.O. 341, November 7, 1917.)
MARTIN McHUGH.
Seaman on board of the U.S.S. _Cincinnati_ in an attack on the
Vicksburg batteries May 27, 1863; conspicuous for coolness and bravery
under a severely accurate fire. "This was no ordinary case of
performance of duty." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)
JAMES McINTOSH.
Captain of top on board of the U.S.S. _Richmond_, Mobile Bay, August 5,
1864; commended for coolness and good conduct in the action in Mobile
Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He was present and
assisted in the capture of the batteries at Hatteras Inlet and on board
the _Cumberland_ when she was sunk by the _Merrimac_ at Newport News.
Joined the _Richmond_ in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
ALEXANDER McKENZIE.
Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. _Colorado_; received a sword
cut in the head while fighting at the side of Lieutenant McKee at the
capture of the Korean forts June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8,
1872.)
WILLIAM McKNIGHT.
Coxswain; captain of gun on board of the U.S.S. _Varuna_ in the attack
upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862; mentioned as having
done his "duty through the thickest of the fight with great coolness
and danger to the enemy." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
JAMES McLEOD.
Captain of foretop; a volunteer from the U.S.S. _Colorado_, on board of
the _Pensacola_ in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and at
the taking of New Orleans April 24, and 25, 1862. "Especially
commended." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)
LIEUT. FREDERICK V. McNAIR, UNITED STATES NAVY.
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22,
1914. 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. (G.O. 177, December 4,
1915.)
MICHAEL J. McNALLY.
Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the
presence of the enemy at Samoa April 1, 1899. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)
MICHAEL McNAMARA.
Private, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. _Benicia_;
for gallantry in advancing to the parapet, wrenching the match-lock
from the hands of an enemy and killing him, at the capture of the
Korean forts June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)
GEORGE W. McWILLIAMS.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Pontoosuc_; commended for gallantry,
skill, and coolness in action during the operations in and about Cape
Fear River, which extended from December 24, 1864, to January 22, 1865,
and resulted in the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington; was severely
wounded in the naval assault upon Fort Fisher. (G.O. 59, June 22,
1865.)
DAVID NAYLOR.
Landsman on board of the U.S.S. _Oneida_, in the engagement in Mobile
Bay, August 5, 1864; powder boy at the 30-pounder Parrott rifle. His
passing box, having been knocked out of his hand, fell overboard into a
boat alongside. He immediately jumped overboard, recovered it, and
returned to his station. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
JOHN NEIL.
Quarter gunner on board of the U.S.S. _Agawam_; one of the crew of the
powder boat which was exploded near Fort Fisher, December 23, 1864, for
which service he volunteered. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)
LAURITZ NELSON.
Sailmaker's mate, serving on board the U.S.S. _Nashville_; for
extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cables leading
from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy.
(G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)
OSCAR F. NELSON.
Machinist's mate, first class, serving on board the U.S.S.
_Bennington_; for extraordinary heroism displayed at the time of the
explosion of a boiler of that vessel at San Diego, Calif., July 21,
1905. (G.O. 13, January 5, 1906.)
LIEUT. COL. WENDELL C. NEVILLE, UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS.