Record of Medals of Honor issued to the officers and enlisted men of the United States Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, 1862-1923, by U.S. Bureau of Naval Personnel

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BEING A RECORD OF THE MEDALS OF HONOR ISSUED TO THE OFFICERS AND ENLISTED MEN OF THE NAVY, MARINE CORPS, AND COAST GUARD, UNDER AUTHORITY OF THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR DEEDS OF GALLANTRY AND HEROISM IN TIMES OF WAR AND PEACE

¶ This record of the personnel who have shed luster upon the service by upholding the honor of the flag in storm and battle, by their devotion to the country and to each other, and by their unselfishness in risking their own lives to save others, is especially commended to the rising generation of American seamen, that they may emulate the deeds of their heroic predecessors, and maintain that high standard of gallantry which has always characterized the personnel of the United States naval service.

The original medal of honor was designed during the Civil War by A. C. Paquet. The medal proper, a bronze five-pointed star bearing a star-rimmed medallion of Minerva driving before her shield the figure of Discord, was suspended by an anchor from the bottom buckle of a ribbon having a blue band over thirteen vertical stripes of red and white. This ribbon was attached at top and bottom to buckles of bronze, the bottom buckle bearing a star.

Medal and ribbon were worn on the left breast until 1913. In that year the medal was placed in its present distinctive position at the neck of the wearer, being detached from its original ribbon and worn as a pendant from a ribbon band woven through the anchor ring. The ribbon band, which is of light blue with a cluster of thirteen small stars, is worn around the neck.

The second medal of honor, added in 1919, is from the design of Tiffany & Co., of New York. The medal, which is of gold, is in the form of a cross superimposed upon a wreath of leaves. The center of the cross bears the arms of the United States, framed by the inscription "United States Navy, 1917-1918," and each arm of cross contains an anchor.

The new medal of honor is suspended from a ribbon consisting of a triple chevron of thirteen white stars on a light blue field, the star at point of chevron being uppermost. At the crest of this ribbon is a bar which bears the single word "Valour." The new medal of honor is also worn at the neck as a pendant, but in contrast to the old medal, which is suspended direct from the ribbon band worn around the neck, the new medal is suspended from the band by means of its ribbon.

The service ribbon bar worn in lieu of either medal of honor is light blue and bears a cluster of white stars.

Section 7. And it is further enacted, That the Secretary of the Navy be, and is hereby, authorized to cause two hundred medals of honor to be prepared with suitable emblematic devices which shall be bestowed upon such petty officers, seamen, landsmen, and marines as shall most distinguish themselves by their gallantry in action and other seamanlike qualities during the present war.

[Extract from the act to establish and equalize the grade of line officers of the United States Navy.]

Section 10. And be it further enacted, That * * * seamen distinguishing themselves in battle or by extraordinary heroism in the line of their profession may be promoted to forward warrant officers or acting master's mates, as they may best be qualified, upon the recommendation of their commanding officer, approved by the flag officer and the Department. Upon such promotion they shall receive a gratuity of one hundred dollars and a medal of honor to be prepared by the Navy Department.

Section 3. And be it further enacted, That * * * seamen distinguishing themselves in battle or by extraordinary heroism in the line of their profession may be promoted to forward warrant officers or acting master's mates, as they may be best qualified, upon the recommendation of their commanding officer, approved by the flag officer and the Department. Upon such promotion they shall receive a gratuity of one hundred dollars and a medal of honor to be prepared by the Navy Department.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That any enlisted man of the Navy or Marine Corps who shall have distinguished himself in battle or displayed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession shall, upon recommendation of his commanding officer, approved by the flag officer and the Secretary of the Navy, receive a gratuity and medal of honor as provided for seamen in section fourteen hundred and seven of the Revised Statutes.

JOINT RESOLUTION Authorizing the issue of duplicate medals where the originals have been lost or destroyed.

Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That in any case where the President of the United States has heretofore, under any act or resolution of Congress, caused any medal to be made and presented to any officer or person in the United States on account of distinguished or meritorious services, on a proper showing made by such person to the satisfaction of the President that such medal has been lost or destroyed through no fault of the beneficiary, and that diligent search has been made therefor, the President is hereby authorized to cause to be prepared and delivered to such person a duplicate of such medal, the cost of which shall be paid out of any money in the Treasury not otherwise appropriated.

[Extract from "An act making appropriations for the naval service for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1916, and for other purposes."]

The President of the United States is hereby empowered to prepare a suitable medal of honor to be awarded to any officer of the Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard who shall have distinguished himself in battle or displayed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession.

AN ACT To establish in the War Department and in the Navy Department, respectively, a roll designated as "the Army and Navy medal of honor roll," and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That there is hereby established in the War Department and Navy Department, respectively, a roll designated as "the Army and Navy medal of honor roll." Upon written application made to the Secretary of the proper department, and subject to the conditions and requirements hereinafter contained, the name of each surviving person who has served in the military or naval service of the United States in any war, who has attained or shall attain the age of sixty-five years, and who has been awarded a medal of honor for having in action involving actual conflict with an enemy distinguished himself conspicuously by gallantry or intrepidity, at the risk of his life, above and beyond the call of duty, and who was honorably discharged from service by muster out, resignation, or otherwise, shall be, by the Secretary of the proper department, entered and recorded on said roll. Applications for entry on said roll shall be made in such form and under such regulations as shall be prescribed by the War Department and Navy Department, respectively, and proper blanks and instructions shall be, by the proper Secretary, furnished without charge upon request made by any person claiming the benefits of this act.

Sec. 2. That it shall be the duty of the Secretary of War and of the Secretary of the Navy to carry this act into effect and to decide whether each applicant, under this act, in his department is entitled to the benefit of this act. If the official award of the medal of honor to the applicant, or the official notice to him thereof, shall appear to show that the medal of honor was awarded to the applicant for such an act as is required by the provisions of this act, it shall be deemed sufficient to entitle the applicant to such special pension without further investigation. Otherwise all official correspondence, orders, reports, recommendations, requests, and other evidence now on file in any public office or department shall be considered. A certificate of service and of the act of heroism, gallantry, bravery, or intrepidity for which the medal of honor was awarded, and of enrollment under this act, and of the right of the special pensioner to be entitled to and to receive the special pension herein granted, shall be furnished each person whose name shall be so entered on said roll. The Secretary of War and the Secretary of the Navy shall deliver to the Commissioner of Pensions a certified copy of each of such of said certificates as he may issue, as aforesaid, and the same shall be full and sufficient authority to the Commissioner of Pensions for the payment by him to the beneficiary named in each such certificate the special pension herein provided for.

Sec. 3. That each such surviving person whose name shall have been entered on said roll in accordance with this act shall be entitled to and shall receive and be paid by the Commissioner of Pensions, in the Department of the Interior, out of any moneys in the Treasury of the United States not otherwise appropriated, a special pension of $10 per month for life, payable quarter yearly. The Commissioner of Pensions shall make all necessary rules and regulations for making payment of such special pensions to the beneficiaries thereof.

Such special pension shall begin on the day that such person shall file his application for enrollment on said roll in the office of the Secretary of War or of the Secretary of the Navy after the passage and approval of this act, and shall continue during the life of the beneficiary.

Such special pension shall not deprive any such special pensioner of any other pension or of any benefit, right, or privilege to which he is or may hereafter be entitled under any existing or subsequent law, but shall be in addition thereto.

The special pension allowed under this act shall not be subject to any attachment, execution, levy, tax, lien, or detention under any process whatever.

Sec. 4. That in case any person has been awarded two or more medals of honor, he shall not be entitled to and shall not receive more than one such special pension.

AN ACT To provide for the award of medals of honor, distinguished-service medals, and Navy crosses, and for other purposes.

Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, That the President of the United States be, and he is hereby, authorized to present, in the name of Congress, a medal of honor to any person who, while in the naval service of the United States, shall, in action involving actual conflict with the enemy, distinguish himself conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty and without detriment to the mission of his command or the command to which attached.

Sec. 2. That the President be, and he hereby is, further authorized to present, but not in the name of Congress, a distinguished-service medal of appropriate design and a ribbon, together with a rosette or other device to be worn in lieu thereof, to any person who, while in the naval service of the United States, since the sixth day of April, nineteen hundred and seventeen, has distinguished, or who hereafter shall distinguish, himself by exceptionally meritorious service to the Government in a duty of great responsibility.

Sec. 3. That the President be, and he hereby is, further authorized to present, but not in the name of Congress, a Navy cross of appropriate design and a ribbon, together with a rosette or other device to be worn in lieu thereof, to any person who, while in the naval service of the United States, since the sixth day of April, nineteen hundred and seventeen, has distinguished, or who shall hereafter distinguish, himself by extraordinary heroism or distinguished service in the line of his profession, such heroism or service not being sufficient to justify the award of a medal of honor or a distinguished-service medal.

Sec. 4. That each enlisted or enrolled person of the naval service to whom is awarded a medal of honor, distinguished-service medal, or a Navy cross shall, for each such award, be entitled to additional pay at the rate of $2 per month from the date of the distinguished act or service on which the award is based, and each bar, or other suitable emblem or insignia, in lieu of a medal of honor, distinguished-service medal, or Navy cross, as hereinafter provided for, shall entitle him to further additional pay at the rate of $2 per month from the date of the distinguished act or service for which the bar is awarded, and such additional pay shall continue throughout his active service, whether such service shall or shall not be continuous.

Sec. 5. That no more than one medal of honor or one distinguished-service medal or one Navy cross shall be issued to any one person; but for each succeeding deed or service sufficient to justify the award of a medal of honor or a distinguished-service medal or Navy cross, respectively, the President may award a suitable bar, or other suitable emblem or insignia, to be worn with the decoration, and the corresponding rosette or other device.

Sec. 6. That the Secretary of the Navy is hereby authorized to expend from the appropriation "Pay of the Navy" of the Navy Department so much as may be necessary to defray the cost of the medals of honor, distinguished-service medals, and Navy crosses, and bars, emblems, or insignia herein provided for, and so much as may be necessary to replace any medals, crosses, bars, emblems, or insignia as are herein or may heretofore have been provided for: Provided, That such replacement shall be made only in those cases where the medal of honor, distinguished-service medal, or Navy cross, or bar, emblem, or insignia presented under the provisions of this or any other act shall have been lost, destroyed, or rendered unfit for use without fault or neglect on the part of the person to whom it was awarded, and shall be made without charge therefor.

Sec. 7. That, except as otherwise prescribed herein, no medal of honor, distinguished-service medal, Navy cross, or bar or other suitable emblem or insignia in lieu of either of said medals or of said cross, shall be issued to any person after more than five years from the date of the act or service justifying the award thereof, nor unless a specific statement or report distinctly setting forth the act or distinguished service and suggesting or recommending official recognition thereof shall have been made by his naval superior through official channels at the time of the act or service or within three years thereafter.

Sec. 8. That in case an individual who shall distinguish himself dies before the making of the award to which he may be entitled the award may nevertheless be made and the medal or cross or the bar or other emblem or insignia presented within five years from the date of the act or service justifying the award thereof to such representative of the deceased as the President may designate: Provided, That no medal or cross or no bar or other emblem or insignia shall be awarded or presented to any individual or to the representative of any individual whose entire service subsequent to the time he distinguished himself shall not have been honorable: Provided further, That in cases of persons now in the naval service for whom the award of the medal of honor has been recommended in full compliance with then existing regulations, but on account of services which, though insufficient fully to justify the award of the medal of honor, appears to have been such as to justify the award of the distinguished-service medal or Navy cross hereinbefore provided for, such cases may be considered and acted upon under the provisions of this act authorizing the award of the distinguished-service medal and Navy cross notwithstanding that said services may have been rendered more than five years before said cases shall have been considered as authorized by this proviso, but all consideration or any action upon any of said cases shall be based exclusively upon official records now on file in the Navy Department.

Sec. 9. That the President be, and he hereby is, authorized to delegate, under such conditions, regulations, and limitations as he shall prescribe, to flag officers who are commanders in chief or commanding on important independent duty the power conferred upon him by this act to award the Navy cross; and he is further authorized to make from time to time any and all rules, regulations, and orders which he shall deem necessary to carry into effect the provisions of this act and to execute the full purpose and intention thereof.

ROLL OF HONOR.

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battle near Tientsin, China, July 13, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battle near Tientsin, China, July 13, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Paymaster's steward 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.)

Boatswain's mate, 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.)

Landsman (colored) 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, loading the howitzer while lying on his back, and then firing with such care and precision as to kill and wound many of the rebel party. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22, 1914; commanded the Second Seaman Regiment, and in marching his regiment across the open space in front of the Naval Academy and other buildings he unexpectedly met a heavy fire from riflemen, machine guns, and 1-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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Crusader and Keokuk; exhibited in the former vessel, on all occasions, in various skirmishes and fights, the greatest intrepidity and devotion. In the latter vessel, during the attack on Charleston, was stationed at the wheel, and when the shot penetrated, scattering the iron, desired to cover his commanding officer with his person. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Coxswain on the U.S.S. Powhatan; for rescuing from drowning W. H. Moffatt, first class boy, on the 28th of June, 1878.

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Benicia; was stationed at the lead in passing the forts in Korea, June 9 and 10, 1871. Standing on the gunwale of the Benicia's launch, lashed to the ridgerope, he remained unflinching in this dangerous position and gave his soundings with coolness and accuracy under a heavy fire. (G.O. 176, July 9, 1872.)

Boy 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. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Corporal, 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.)

Signal quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Carondelet, at the reduction of Forts Henry and Donelson, February 6 and 14, 1862, and other actions, "most faithfully, effectively, and valiantly performed all the duties of signal quartermaster and captain of rifled bow gun, and was conspicuous for valor and devotion." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Quarter gunner 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 on the sick list, but did duty during the whole of the engagement." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Ship's cook, first class (colored), serving on board the U.S.S. Cushing, for gallant conduct in attempting to save the life of the late Ensign Joseph C. Breckenridge, United States Navy, who fell overboard at sea from that vessel on February 11, 1898. (G.O. 489, May 20, 1898.)

Yeoman on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 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 and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He was a petty officer on board of the U.S. frigate Congress in 1842-1846; 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 actions with Fort McRee, the Head of the Passes of the Mississippi, Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans, Vicksburg, Port Hudson, and at the surrender of New Orleans. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Ordinary seaman apprentice; 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.

Seaman on board 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. 71, January 15, 1866.)

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.)

Coxswain, serving on board the U.S.S. Nashville, for extraordinary bravery and coolness while cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898, under a heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)

Quarter gunner on board 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. 71, January 15, 1866.)

Pharmacist's mate, first class, United States Navy. "For gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty, with the Sixth Regiment United States Marines, in action at Vierzy, on July 19, 1918. Unhesitatingly and fearlessly exposed himself to terrific machine 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 16 hours on a field torn by shell and machine-gun fire. Also in the action at Somme-Py on October 5, 1918, exhibited exceptional bravery in establishing an advanced dressing station under heavy shell fire." (Act of February 4, 1919.)

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. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate 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.)

Second-class fireman on board the U.S.S. Alaska; for hauling the fires from under the boiler after the stop-valve chamber had been ruptured at Callao Bay, Peru, September 14, 1881. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

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.)

Landsman 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.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Hunchback, in the attack upon Franklin, Va., October 3, 1862; mentioned for heroic conduct. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

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.)

Seaman of the U.S.S. De Soto; for heroic conduct in rescuing from drowning James Rose and John Russell, seamen of the U.S.S. Winooski, off Eastport, Me., May 10, 1866. (G.O. 77, August 1, 1866.)

Ordinary seaman on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba; was one of the boat's crew detailed for General Terry. The five men forming 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.)

Seaman 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, 1914. (G.O. 101, June 15, 1914.)

Fireman, first class, 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.)

Captain of the afterguard on board of the U.S.S. Santee; was pilot of the boat engaged in cutting out the rebel armed schooner Royal Yacht from Galveston Bay November 7, 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." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Captain of afterguard on the U.S.S. Monocacy, for jumping overboard from that vessel at Foochow, China, on the morning of October 7, 1884, and sustaining, until picked up, a Chinaman who had been thrown into the water by the capsizing of a canoe. (Letter No. 126, October 27, 1884, Lieutenant Commander Iverson, United States Navy.)

Chief boatswain's mate, 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.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Ossipee, June 20, 1872; at the imminent risk of his life, jumped into the sea, when the ship was going at a speed of 4 knots, and endeavored to save John K. Smith, landsman, of the same vessel, from drowning. (G.O. 180, October 10, 1872.)

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; 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. His cool judgment and courage and his skill in handling his men in encountering and overcoming the machine-gun and rifle fire down Cinco de Mayo and parallel streets accounts for the small percentage of the losses of marines under his command. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Coxswain 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. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

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 heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)

Gunner's mate 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.)

Captain of top 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." Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, U.S.S. Ticonderoga, for personal valor as captain of a gun at Fort Fisher, 1864 to 1865.

Quartermaster, 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.)

Ordinary seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden, for heroism at the time of the wreck of that vessel January 21, 1903. (G.O. 145, December 26, 1903.)

Ship'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.)

Boatswain's mate 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. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Contraband (colored) on board of the U.S.S. Marblehead in the engagement with the rebel batteries on Stono River December 25, 1863; serving as a powder boy, displayed extraordinary courage, alacrity, and intelligence in the discharge of his duties under trying circumstances, and merited the admiration of all. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

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.)

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.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Cincinnati in an attack on the Vicksburg batteries May 27, 1863; coolness in making signals and in nailing the flag to the stump of the forestaff under a heavy fire. (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Boatswain'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.)

Chief water tender, serving on board the U.S.S. Hopkins; for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of the accident to one of the boilers of that vessel February 14, 1910. (G.O. 59, March 23, 1910.)

"For extraordinary heroism, conspicuous gallantry, and intrepidity in actual conflict with the enemy at and in the vicinity of Vierzy, France, July 19, 1918. 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, 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 shell, both high-explosive and gas, to replenish these supplies, returning quickly with a side-car 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. He served with the Sixth Regiment United States Marines." (Act of February 4, 1919.)

Seaman and gun captain on board of the U.S.S. Varuna in the attacks 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.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Ticonderoga in the attacks on Fort Fisher January 13 to 15, 1865; "commended for good conduct throughout the action, in which he was badly wounded, and bore his sufferings with great fortitude." (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900. Boydston assisted to erect barricades under a heavy fire. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Wachusett; jumped overboard off Cowes August 7, 1872, in a strong tideway, to save Philip Cassidy, landsman, of the U.S.S. Wabash, from drowning. (G.O. 180, October 10, 1872.)

Landsman 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 deck 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.)

Boatswain's mate; first captain of 9-inch gun on board of the U.S.S. Louisville; especially commended for his attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

For meritorious service under fire on the occasion of the landing of the American naval forces at Vera Cruz in 1914. Chief Gunner Bradley was then attached to the U.S.S. Utah, as a chief gunner's mate, and was in charge of the ammunition party and special details at Vera Cruz. (Medal presented by President Coolidge at the White House on October 4, 1923.) (G.O. 117, September 13, 1923.)

Chief gunner's mate, serving on board the torpedo boat Winslow, for gallant and conspicuous conduct in the action at Cardenas, Cuba, May 11, 1898. Brady's energy in assisting to sustain fire, his efforts to repair the steering gear under fire, his promptness in maintaining closed water-tight doors and hatches, was largely instrumental in saving the vessel. (G.O. 497, September 3, 1898.)

Quartermaster on the U.S.S. Richmond; recommended for coolness and good conduct in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He was on the Brooklyn in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, batteries below Vicksburg, and present at the surrender of New Orleans. Joined the Richmond in 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Torpedoman, second class, serving on the U.S. submarine O-5, for heroism and devotion to duty at the time of the sinking of that vessel. On the morning of October 28, 1923, the O-5 collided with the steamship Abangarez and sank in less than a minute. When the collision occurred 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. (Medal presented by President Coolidge at the White House on March 8, 1924.) (G.O. 125, February 20, 1924.)

Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession at the time of the accidental ignition of powder charges in the forward 13-inch turret on board that vessel April 13, 1906. (G.O. 21, May 5, 1906.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Va., October 3, 1862; distinguished for his gallant conduct. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Mississippi (but belonging to the Colorado) in the capture of Forts St. Philip and Jackson and New Orleans, April 24 and 25, 1862; attracted the particular attention of his commanding officer by his "courageous example to those around him. Was the life and soul of the gun's crew." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

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.)

Coal passer, 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.)

Seaman 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. (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Carpenter's mate, second 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.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, U.S.S. Colorado, assisted in capturing the Korean standard in the center of the citadel of the Korean Fort June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Albatross in the action with Fort De Russy May 4, 1863. After the steering wheel and wheel ropes had been shot away, he stood on the gun platform of the quarter-deck, exposing his person 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. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Captain of afterguard on board of the U.S.S. De Soto; heroic conduct, with two comrades, in rescuing from drowning James Rose and John Russell, seamen, of the U.S.S. Winooski, off Eastport, Me., May 10, 1866. (G.O. 77, August 1, 1866.)

Captain of forecastle 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.)

Captain of top on board 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 on board the Westfield in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmettes, and present at the surrender of New Orleans; also with the batteries at Vicksburg. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Hartford in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864; "was stationed at the shell whip on the berth deck. A man was killed on the ladder above him and thrown with such violence against Brown as to knock him into the hold, where he lay for a short time senseless, but on recovering he immediately returned to his station, though, besides himself, only one of the original six belonging there had escaped." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Landsman 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. Was also wounded. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Benton; conspicuous for skill and courage as captain of 9-inch gun in the attacks on Great Gulf, May 3, 1863, and Vicksburg, May 22, 1863, also in serving at Battery Benton before Vicksburg. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

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.)

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; commanded First Seaman Regiment; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Apprentice serving on board of the U.S.S. Saratoga. On the morning of July 15, 1879, while that vessel was anchored off the Battery, New York Harbor, Robert Lee Robey, apprentice, fell overboard from the afterpart of the ship. The tide was running strong ebb at the time, and Robey, not being an expert swimmer, was in danger of drowning. Buchanan instantly sprang over the rail after him, without hesitating an instant to remove even a portion of his clothing. They were later picked up by the ship's boat. (G.O. 246, July 22, 1879.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip and at the taking of New Orleans April 24 and 25, 1862. "Stationed at the wheel. Early in the fight was painfully wounded by a heavy splinter, but for seven hours stood bravely at his post, refusing to go below until positively ordered to do so. Next morning stole to his station and steered the ship over eight hours." Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

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, 29th of March, and the 4th of April, 1899. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. De Soto; heroic conduct, with two comrades, in rescuing from drowning James Rose and John Russell, seamen, of the U.S.S. Winooski, off Eastport, Me., May 10, 1866. (G.O. 77, August 1, 1866.)

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 building occupied by the enemy. (G.O. 84, March 22, 1902.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; severely wounded and sent below under the surgeon's charge; would not remain unemployed, but assisted the powder division until the action was over. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Wabash; mentioned for gallant conduct in the assault on Fort Fisher January 15, 1865, and as having entered the stockade. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

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.)

"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."

It is urged that Maj. Smedley D. Butler be given a medal of honor for his conspicuous bravery during the assault on Fort Riviere. Two men entered ahead of him, doing so to prevent him from being the first. Theirs was devotion to him, while his action was devotion to duty. The assault inside the fort was made by 23 men with the knowledge that no quarter would be given them.

Corporal, 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 Charlemange 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. Corpl. William R. Button 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. 536, June 10, 1920.)

Gunner'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 on the sick list, but did duty during the whole of the engagement." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate; first captain of 9-inch gun on board of the U.S.S. Louisville; "especially commended for his attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action." Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

Boatswain's mate 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.)

Seaman, United States Naval Reserve Force, serving on board the U.S.S. May, for courageous conduct on November 5, 1917, for finding leak in flooded compartment, closing same at peril of his life, and thereby unquestionably saving the ship. (G.O. 366, February 11, 1918.)

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.)

Master-at-arms on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness, energy, and zeal in the action of Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. Volunteered to direct, under the orders of the commander of the division, the passing of shells from the shell rooms in addition to his duties connected with the care of lights, which he performed most satisfactorily; has been master-at-arms on board the Richmond since September, 1860; was in the actions with Fort McRee; at the Head of the Passes of the Mississippi; 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. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Blacksmith, 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 heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)

Landsman on board the U.S.S. Lackawanna in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864; first sponger of a gun. Displayed great coolness and exemplary behavior, eliciting the applause of his officers and the gun's crew. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914. 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 was marked. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Ordinary 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.)

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.)

Fireman, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. Potomac, for extraordinary heroism 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 from further danger. (G.O. 503, December 13, 1898.)

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.)

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. He deserves especial notice for having come off the sick list and going to and remaining at his quarters during the entire action. Joined the Brooklyn in November, 1861; was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip; the Chalmettes; batteries below Vicksburg; and present at the surrender of New Orleans. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman apprentice, second class, of the U.S.S. Quinnebaug; for jumping overboard from that vessel at Alexandria, Egypt, on the morning of November 21, 1885, and, with the aid of Hugh Miller, boatswain's mate, rescuing from drowning William Evans, ordinary seaman. (Letter, Capt. N. Ludlow, U.S.N., No. 8326/B, November 21, 1885.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864; remained at his gun after he was severely wounded until relieved by another person; was then taken below, and after reporting to the surgeon, returned to his station at the gun and resumed his duties till the action was over, and was then carried below. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Gunner's mate, first class, 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.)

Gunner's mate, second 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.)

Water tender, serving on board the U.S.S. Hopkins, for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of the accident to one of the boilers of that vessel February 14, 1910. (G.O. 59, March 23, 1910.)

Chief boatswain'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.)

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.)

Chief gunner's mate, 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.)

Master-at-arms on board of the U.S.S. Monticello; volunteered for duty on four occasions of danger, and was particularly conspicuous in charging a rebel force near New Topsail Inlet, N.C., August 22, 1863, and in destroying a rebel schooner. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Commodore Hull. At the capture of Plymouth, October 31, 1864, was captain of the forward pivot gun. Although painfully wounded by a shell, which killed a comrade at his side, he remained at his post until the close of the action, and appeared as cool during the engagement as if at target practice. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Colorado, fighting hand to hand with the enemy and saving the life of Alexander McKenzie, Korea, June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

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.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Plymouth; gallantry in rescuing a citizen from drowning in the harbor of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on the 7th of August, 1876. (G.O. 218, August 24, 1876.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Minnesota. In the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865, charged up the palisades and remained there when others were seized with a panic. He, with others, brought off a wounded officer from the field. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Howquah on the occasion of the destruction of the blockade runner Lynx, off Wilmington, September 25, 1864, at night. Performed his duty faithfully under the most trying circumstances, standing firmly at his post in the midst of a cross fire from the rebel shore batteries and our own vessels. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the Battle of Tientsin, July 13, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Chief machinist, serving on board the U.S. torpedo boat Winslow, for gallant and conspicuous conduct in the action at Cardenas, Cuba, May 11, 1898. Cooney's promptness in extinguishing fires in boiler pierced by shell saved boiler tubes from burning out. (G.O. 497, September 3, 1898.)

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.)

Quartermaster on Acting Rear Admiral Thatcher's staff. During the terrific fire at Mobile, on the 26th of April, 1865, at the risk of being blown to pieces by exploding shells, he advanced through the burning locality, rescued a wounded man from certain death, and bore him on his back to a place of safety. Entitled to wear a bar attached to the ribbon of the medal he had already received at Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864. (G.O. 62, June 29, 1865.)

Fireman, first class, 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.)

Landsman 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 is no ordinary case of performance of duty." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Plymouth; heroic conduct in endeavoring to save the life of one of the crew of the Plymouth, who had fallen overboard from aloft, at the navy yard, New York, July 26, 1876. (G.O. 215, August 9, 1876.)

For heroic service in attempting to rescue a brother officer from a flame-enveloped airplane. On October 2, 1920, an airplane in which Lieut. 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.

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Hartford; gallantry in rescuing from drowning a landsman of that vessel, at Philadelphia, on the 16th of July, 1876. (G.O. 214, July 27, 1876.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Baron DeKalk; mentioned by his commanding officer for having "distinguished himself in various actions." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Seaman on board the U.S. training ship Portsmouth; for jumping overboard from that vessel at the Washington Navy Yard, February 7, 1882, and rescuing from drowning Charles Taliaferro, jack-of-the-dust. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

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; 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 Chester, then under a severe fire. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Ship's cook, third class, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism following internal explosion of the Florence H., on April 17, 1918. The sea in the vicinity of wreckage was covered by a mass of boxes of smokeless powder, which were repeatedly exploding. Jessie 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. (G.O. 403, June 8, 1918.)

For extraordinary heroism on U.S.S. Missouri, April 13, 1904. While at target practice off Pensacola, Fla., an accident occurred in the after turret of the Missouri whereby the lives of 5 officers and 28 men were lost. The ship was in imminent danger of destruction by explosion, and the prompt action of Cox and two gunners' mates caused the fire to be brought under control, and the loss of the Missouri, together with her crew, was averted. (G.O. 43, April 14, 1921.) (Medal presented by President Harding.)

Boatswain's mate of the U.S. training ship Portsmouth; for jumping overboard from that vessel at the Washington Navy Yard, February 7, 1882, and rescuing from drowning Charles Taliaferro, jack-of-the-dust. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

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.)

Landsman, United States Navy, attached to the U.S.S. Maine; distinguished himself by extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession in an attempt to save life at sea, February, 1897.

Coxswain 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.)

Quartermaster 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 was on the Brooklyn in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip; the Chalmette batteries; batteries below Vicksburg; and present at the surrender of New Orleans. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate, second 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.)

Chief quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and close attention to duty in looking out for signals and steering the ship in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He has been in the naval service eight years. Joined the Brooklyn in December, 1861; was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip and with the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans; was in the action with the Chalmette batteries; present at the surrender of New Orleans; and in the attack on the batteries below Vicksburg, in 1862. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. Afterwards appointed a gunner in the Navy. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Water tender, serving on board the U.S.S. Concord, for especially brave and praiseworthy conduct in line of duty, hauling fires at the time of the blowing out of a lower manhole plate joint on boiler B on board of that vessel off Cavite, Manila Bay, P.I., May 21, 1898. The atmosphere in which Crouse 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.)

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps. "For extraordinary heroism in action in the Forest de Retz, near Viller Cottertes, France, July 18, 1918. Sergeant Cukela advanced alone against an enemy's strong point that was holding up his line, worked his way to its rear, and by the use of German hand grenades attacked and captured two machine guns and four men." (Act of February 4, 1919.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Powhatan; jumped overboard at Norfolk, May 27, 1872, and aided in saving one of the crew of that vessel from drowning. (G.O. 176, July 9, 1872.)

Corporal, 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.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished and gallant conduct in the presence of the enemy in the Battle of Peking, China, August 14, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Gunnery sergeant, United States Marine Corps. "On October 22, 1915, Captain Upshur, First Lieutenant Ostermann, First Lieutenant Miller, Assistant Surgeon Borden, and 35 enlisted men of the Fifteenth Company of Marines, all mounted, left Fort Liberte, Haiti, for a six-day reconnaissance. After dark on the evening of October 24, while crossing river in deep ravine, the detachment was suddenly fired upon from three sides by about 400 Cacos concealed in bushes about 100 yards from fort. The marine detachment fought its way forward to a good position, which it maintained during the night, although subjected to a continuous fire from the Cacos. At daybreak the marines, in three squads, commanded by Captain Upshur, Lieutenant Ostermann, and Gunnery Sergeant Daly, advanced in three different directions, surprising and scattering the Cacos in all directions. The expeditionary commander commented on the gallantry displayed by the officers and men of this detachment in the following language:

"The action of 35 men in the attack made upon them during the night of October 24 can not be commended too highly. It is true that these men were in pitch darkness, surrounded by ten times their number and fighting for their lives, but the manner in which they fought during that long night, the steady, cool discipline that prevented demoralization, is remarkable. Had one squad failed, not one man of the party would have lived to tell the story. The actual assault upon the enemy, made in three different directions and beginning as soon as the light permitted them to see, was splendid. It meant success or utter annihilation. It succeeded, thanks to the splendid examples given by the officers and noncommissioned officers, supported by the men. Upshur and Ostermann advancing from two directions captured Fort Dipitie with a total of 13 marines, putting garrison to flight. Demolished and burned fort. All three squads burned all houses from which fire had been coming. I believe, therefore, that Capt. William P. Upshur, First Lieut. Edward A. Ostermann, and Gunnery Sergt. Daniel Daly should be given medals of honor for this particular engagement and the work of the following day.

"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."

Gunnery Sergt. Daniel Daly, Fifteenth Company, during the operations was the most conspicuous figure among the enlisted personnel.

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.)

Ordinary seaman; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Trenton, at Toulon, France, February, 1881, and rescuing from drowning Augustus Ohlensen, coxswain. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Quarter gunner on board of the U.S.S. Valley City, in the attack on the enemy's vessels and a fort near Elizabeth City, N.C., February 10, 1862. When the vessel was on fire near the magazine, he seated himself on an open barrel of powder as the only means to keep the fire out. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Gunner's mate, third 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.)

Landsman on the U.S. receiving ship Dale, for jumping from the ferryboat while off the wharf at Norfolk, Va., and rescuing from drowning John Norman, seaman, January 22, 1886. (See letter Mate J. W. Baxter, United States Navy, No. 8985, January 25, 1886.)

Quartermaster, third 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.)

Ordinary seaman, on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; displayed much courage, bravery, and coolness in acting as a lookout for torpedoes and other obstructions. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate 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 deserves special notice for his good example and zeal in going to and remaining at his quarters during the whole action, although quite sick. He has been in the naval service six years; was on board the Brooklyn in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and with the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans; was in the action with the Chalmette batteries; present at the surrender of New Orleans; and on board the Brooklyn in the attack upon the batteries below Vicksburg in 1862. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Kearsarge; gallant conduct in jumping overboard from the Kearsarge, at Shanghai, China, on the 23d of January, 1875, and rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel.

Coxswain 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.)

Captain of top on board of the U.S.S. Swatara; gallant conduct in jumping overboard at Para, Brazil, December 1, 1875, and rescuing one of the crew of that vessel from drowning. (G.O. 201, January 18, 1876.)

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.)

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.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864. Displayed much courage, bravery, and coolness in operating the torpedo catcher and assisting in working the bow chaser. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Chief boatswain's mate 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 has been in the naval service 12 years; was on board the ship St. Louis, blockading off Pensacola and Head of the Passes of the Mississippi, until the expiration of his service in 1861; reshipped the same year and joined the Brooklyn; was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip and with the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans; was in the action with the Chalmette batteries; present at the surrender of New Orleans; and on board the Brooklyn in the attack upon the batteries below Vicksburg in 1862. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Chief turret captain on board of the U.S.S. Utah, 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.)

Ordinary seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. Hartford, for gallant conduct in the presence of the enemy during the action against Fort Morgan and the enemy's vessels in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864. (G.O. 391, November 12, 1891.)

Quartermaster on board the U.S. monitor Neosho. During the engagement at Bells Mills, on the Cumberland River, near Nashville, Tenn., December 6, 1864, the flag and signal staffs of the Neosho were shot away and the flag lay drooping over the wheelhouse. Under the fire of the enemy's artillery and musketry, this man went out of the pilot house, recovered the flag, and tied it to the stump of the main signal staff, the highest mast remaining, being assisted by Pilot John H. Ferrell. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Ordinary seaman 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 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. 71, January 15, 1866.)

Coal heaver on board the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and good conduct and for refusing to leave his station as shot and shell passer after having been knocked down and badly wounded in the head by splinters; and upon going to quarters the second time he was found at his station nobly doing his duty in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He was in Fort Pickens when it was bombarded by the rebels; was on board the Brooklyn in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip; the Chalmettes; the rebel ironclad and gunboats below New Orleans; the batteries below Vicksburg; and present at the surrender of New Orleans. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate, 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 heavy fire of the enemy. (G.O. 521, July 7, 1899.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Carondelet; although several times wounded in various actions, has invariably returned to duty, presenting an example of constancy and devotion to the flag. (G.O. 32, April 18, 1864.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Benicia; attack on and capture of the Korean forts June 11, 1871, for seeking out and killing the commanding officer of the Korean forces. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna; in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, took the place of the powder boy at his gun, without orders, when the powder boy was disabled; kept up a supply, and showed much zeal in his new capacity. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate 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.)

For meritorious service under fire on the occasion of the landing of the naval forces at Vera Cruz, Mexico, on April 21, 1914. For several hours Drustrup was in charge of an advanced barricade under a heavy fire, and not only displayed utmost ability as a leader of men but 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. (G.O. 131, July 17, 1924.)

Apprentice on board of the U.S.S. Sabine. On the 5th of September, 1867, he jumped overboard and saved from drowning Apprentice D'Orsay, who had fallen from the mizzen topmast rigging of the Sabine, in New London Harbor, and was rendered helpless by striking the mizzen rigging and boat davit in the fall. (G.O. 84, October —, 1867.)

Boatswain's mate 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 has been six years in the naval service; was on board the Brooklyn in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip and with the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans; was in the action with the Chalmette batteries; present at the surrender of New Orleans; and on board the Brooklyn in the attack upon the batteries below Vicksburg in 1862. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Fort Hindman. During the engagement near Harrisonburg, La., March 2, 1864, a shell burst in the muzzle of one of the guns of the vessel, setting fire to the tie of a cartridge which had just been put in the gun. Duncan immediately seized the burning cartridge, removed it from the gun, and threw it overboard. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Monadnock. In the several attacks upon Fort Fisher, December 24 and 25, 1864, and January 13, 14, and 15, 1865, he was stationed at the lead. His attention to duty was constant, and his cheerfulness, coolness, and disdain of shelter attracted the notice of all on deck. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Coal heaver on board of the U.S.S. Hartford; lost both arms during the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864.

Blacksmith, 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.)

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.)

Captain of top on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna; in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864; second captain of a gun; although wounded, would not, when ordered, go below to the surgeon, but took the place of the first captain during the remainder of the battle. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

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 December 16, 1922. Lieut. 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 United States Navy. (Medal presented by President Coolidge at the White House on February 2, 1924.) (G.O. No. 123, February 4, 1924.)

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 Ehle 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.)

Gunner's mate, serving on board the U.S.S. Philadelphia; for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession on the occasion of the sham attack on Fort McHenry, Baltimore, Md., September 17, 1892, in remaining at his post in the magazine and stamping out the burning particles of a prematurely exploded cartridge, which were blown down the chute. (G.O. 404, November 22, 1892.)

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Landsman 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° 58´ N., longitude 3° 44´ E., on October 1, 1878.

Signal 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.)

Landsman of the U.S.S. Ranger; for jumping overboard from that vessel and rescuing from drowning John Bell, ordinary seaman, and George Svensson, ordinary seaman, off Ensenada, Mexico, January 18, 1886.

Captain of forecastle 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.)

Coxswain, 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.)

Gunner's mate, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. Cushing; for gallant conduct in attempting to save the life of the late Ensign Joseph C. Breckinridge, United States Navy, who fell overboard at sea from that vessel on February 11, 1898. (G.O. 489, May 20, 1898.)

Coxswain, serving on board the U.S.S. Adams, for gallantry, rescuing O. C. Hawthorne, landsman for training, from drowning at sea, June 30, 1903. (G.O. 138, July 31, 1903.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Marblehead, in the engagement with the rebel batteries on Stono River, December 25, 1863; distinguished for extraordinary energy and heroism in discharging his duties as first captain of 9-inch gun, setting a noble example of courage and devotion. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Owasco, in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, April 24, 1862. "His intelligence, coolness, and capacity were conspicuous." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Ordinary seaman of the U.S.S. Lackawanna; for rescuing from drowning William Cruise, who had fallen overboard, June 13, 1884, at Callao, Peru.

Pilot on board the U.S. monitor Neosho. During the engagement at Bells Mills, on the Cumberland River, near Nashville, Tenn., December 6, 1864, the flag and signal staffs of the Neosho were shot away and the flag lay drooping over the wheelhouse. Under the fire of the enemy's artillery and musketry he went out on the pilot house, recovered the flag, and tied it to the stump of the main signal staff, the highest mast remaining. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

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.)

Gunner's mate, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. Philadelphia, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Samoa, April 1, 1899. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

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. Fisher was killed while assisting to erect barricades under a heavy fire. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Ordinary seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. Pampanga, for bravery and extraordinary heroism in the time of battle, Mount Dajo Jolo, P.I., March 8, 1906. (G.O. 19, May 1, 1906.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for heroism and gallantry in action at Cuzco, Cuba, June 14, 1898. (G.O. 92, December 8, 1910.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Hartford; in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864. "His gun was almost disabled by the bursting of a shell, which destroyed much of the material and killed seven men, besides wounding several others, and among them himself. Notwithstanding this, he had the killed and wounded quietly removed; replaced the breeching, side tackle, and truck, etc. (which had been cut to pieces), got a crew, and in a little while was firing the gun again as usual." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate on board the U.S.S. Supply; for rescuing from drowning David Walsh, seaman, of Havre, France, October 26, 1878.

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 senior officer present at Vera Cruz, directing the landing and the operations of the landing force were carried out under his orders and directions. In connection with these operations he was at times on shore and under fire. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

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. He was in charge of the Esperanza and succeeded in getting on board over 350 refugees, many of them after the conflict had commenced. This ship was under fire, being struck more than 30 times, but he succeeded in getting all the refugees placed in safety. Later he was 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Boy on board of the U.S.S. Pensacola, in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and at the taking of New Orleans, April 24 and 25, 1862. "Assisted very materially by taking the duties of the signal quartermaster, who was shot down, which duties he performed with the coolness, exactitude, and fidelity of a veteran seaman." "Can not speak too warmly of Flood." "Intelligence and character of high order." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Boilermaker, 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.)

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battle near Tientsin, China, July 13, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Seaman, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battle, Katbalogan, Samar, P.I., July 16, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

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.)

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.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Fortune; gallant conduct off Point Zapotitlan, Mexico, May 11, 1874, on the occasion of the capsizing of one of the boats of the Fortune and the drowning of a portion of the boat's crew.

Signal quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Rhode Island; commended for valuable services during the actions with Fort Fisher January 13 to 15, 1865, and for commendable qualities. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. Marblehead, for 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.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in the advance on Tientsin, China, June 21, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Colorado; assumed command of Company D, after Lieutenant McKee was wounded, and handled it with great credit until relieved during the attack and capture of the Korean forts June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

Seaman serving on board the U.S.S. Marmora; was sent on shore with a crew 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. His defense of the gun against superior forces is mentioned as most gallant, having nobly stood his 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.)

For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, April 22, 1914. Ran forward to rescue a wounded man, in which act he was so exposed that the fire of his own men was temporarily suspended for fear of hitting him. He returned at once to his position in line. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Water tender, 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.)

Pilot on board of the U.S.S. Hartford in the engagement in Mobile Bay 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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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."

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

"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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

"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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Sciota; lost an arm before Vicksburg February 28, 1862.

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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."

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

"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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

Landsman; for rescuing from drowning a shipmate from the U.S.S. Quinnebaug, at Port Mahon, Minorca, March 13, 1879.

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.)

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.)

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.

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

"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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

"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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Metacomet; Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, and other occasions.

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

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.)

For distinguished conduct in battle engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; commanded Second Regiment Marines. 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Oneida, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; first loader of the after 9-inch gun; mentioned as having behaved splendidly, and as being distinguished on board for good conduct and faithful discharge of all duties. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Petrel, captured in Yazoo River, April 22, 1864. "A shot came through the stem of the vessel raking the gun deck and exploding the boilers. Quartermaster Nibbe stood his ground on this occasion and aided the wounded, when officers and others around him deserted their posts." (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; perfect coolness and dexterity in handling his gun; always sure of his aim before he would consent to fire. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate, second class, on board of the U.S.S. Utah; 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.)

Landsman belonging to the U.S.S. Metacomet; constituted one of 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 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. 71, January 15, 1866.)

Seaman (colored) on board of the U.S.S. Powhatan; saved Boatswain J. C. Walton from drowning at Norfolk, December 26, 1872. (See Report Capt. P. Crosby, United States Navy.)

Ordinary 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 and 22, 1914. (G.O. 101, June 15, 1914.)

Landsman on board the U.S.S. Jamestown, December 20, 1883; for rescuing from drowning A. A. George, who had fallen overboard at the New York Navy Yard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Orderly sergeant, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Fort Henry; was in charge of a reconnoitering party sent into Crystal River, Fla., June 15, 1863, and displayed extraordinary zeal, skill, and discretion in driving a guard of rebel soldiers into a swamp, capturing their arms and destroying their camp equipage. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Canandaigua; meritorious conduct in boarding the blockade runner Beatrice, while aground, under lire from Fort Moultrie, on the night of November 28, 1864. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coal heaver on board of the U.S.S. Hartford in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864. "Although on the sick list and quite unwell, he went to his station at the shell whip, where he remained until his right hand was shot away." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Landsman, engineer's force; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Jean Sands, opposite the Norfolk Navy Yard, on the night of June 15, 1880, and rescuing from drowning a young girl who had fallen overboard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

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 was wounded early in the day, but stood to his gun until ordered to leave it." [Duplicate issued to supply the place of the original, which was lost in saving a young lady from drowning.] (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Water tender, serving on board the U.S.S. Puritan; for gallant conduct at the time of the collapse of one of the crown sheets of boiler E of the vessel, July 1, 1897. O'Hearn wrapped wet cloths about his face and arms and, entering the fireroom, crawled over the tops of the boilers and closed the auxiliary stop valve, disconnecting boiler E and removing the danger of disabling other boilers. (G.O. 482, November 1, 1897.)

Boatswain's mate 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.)

Gunner's mate, 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.)

Master-at-arms of the U.S.S. Tallapoosa, at the time of the sinking of that vessel, on the night of August 21, 1884; for clearing the berth deck, remaining there until the water was waist deep, wading about with outstretched arms, rousing the men out of their hammocks, then, going on deck, assisting to lower the first cutter and then the dingy, which he took charge of. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Ordinary seaman, 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.)

Chief machinist's mate, United States Navy, who, while attached to the naval air station, Pensacola, Fla., on September 25, 1918, while flying with Ensign J. A. Jova, saw a plane go into a tail spin 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 speed boat arrived. 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. (G.O. 436, December 9, 1918.)

Private, United States Marine Corps; 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.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Saratoga; meritorious conduct in action on two occasions. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Juniata; gallant conduct in rescuing from drowning an enlisted boy of that vessel, at Philadelphia, Pa., August 21, 1876. (G.O. 218, August 24, 1876.)

"For extraordinary heroism in actual conflict with the enemy and under fire during the advance on Bouresche, France, on June 6, 1918, in helping to carry the wounded to a place of safety. While engaged in this heroic duty he was killed. He was at the time attached to the Fifth Regiment, United States Marines." (Act of February 4, 1919.)

Seaman; for jumping overboard from the U.S. tug Fortune, May 7, 1882, at Hampton Roads, Va., and rescuing from drowning James Walters, gunner's mate. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

"On October 22, 1915, Captain Upshur, First Lieutenant Ostermann, First Lieutenant Miller, Assistant Surgeon Borden, and 35 enlisted men of the Fifteenth Company of Marines, all mounted, left Fort Liberte, Haiti, for a six-day reconnaissance. After dark on the evening of October 24, while crossing river in deep ravine, the detachment was suddenly fired upon from three sides by about 400 Cacos concealed in bushes about 100 yards from fort. The marine detachment fought its way forward to a good position, which it maintained during the night, although subjected to a continuous fire from the Cacos. At daybreak the marines, in three squads, commanded by Captain Upshur, Lieutenant Ostermann, and Gunnery Sergeant Daly, advanced in three different directions, surprising and scattering the Cacos in all directions. The expeditionary commander commented on the gallantry displayed by the officers and men of this detachment in the following language:

"The action of the 35 men in the attack made upon them during the night of October 24 can not be commended too highly. It is true that these men were in pitch darkness, surrounded by ten times their number, and fighting for their lives, but the manner in which they fought during that long night, the steady, cool discipline that prevented demoralization is remarkable. Had one squad failed, not one man of the party would have lived to tell the story. The actual assault upon the enemy, made in three different directions and beginning as soon as the light permitted them to see, was splendid. It meant success or utter annihilation. It succeeded, thanks to the splendid examples given by the officers and noncommissioned officers, supported by the men. Upshur and Ostermann advancing from two directions captured Fort Dipitie, with a total of 13 Marines, putting garrison to flight. Demolished and burned fort. All three squads burned all houses from which fire had been coming. I believe, therefore, that Capt. William P. Upshur, First Lieut. Edward A. Ostermann, and Gunnery Sergt. Daniel Daly should be given medals of honor for this particular engagement and the work of the following day."

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; conspicuous for good conduct at his gun. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Colorado; capture of Korean forts, June 11, 1871; fighting hand to hand with the enemy and badly wounded. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

Boatswain's mate, United States Navy; gallant conduct in attempting to save a shipmate from drowning at the navy yard, Mare Island, Calif., on the 25th of July, 1876. (G.O. 215, August 9, 1876.)

Captain of the afterguard on board of the U.S.S. Cayuga in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip and the taking of New Orleans, April 24 and 25, 1862; mentioned with "praise for his conduct." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Captain of forecastle 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 joined the Richmond in September, 1860; reshipped October, 1863; was in the actions with Fort McRee; with the rebel vessels at the Head of the Passes of the Mississippi; in passing Forts Jackson and St. Philip; the Chalmettes; twice before Vicksburg batteries; at Port Hudson; was captain of a gun in the naval 9-inch gun battery at the siege of Port Hudson; and present at the surrender of New Orleans. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman (colored) 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.)

Second-class boy on board of the U.S.S. Varuna in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip April 24, 1862. "His coolness and intrepidity attracted the attention of all hands." "Deserving of great praise." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Hartford in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864. "When the crew of the gun to which he belonged was entirely broken up, owing to the number of its killed and wounded, he assisted in removing the latter below and then immediately returned and without any direction to do so took his place at the adjoining gun, where a vacancy existed, and continued to perform his duties there most faithfully for the remainder of the action." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Fireman, first class (colored), serving on board the U.S.S. Iowa, for extraordinary zeal and readiness to perform duty at the risk of serious scalding at the time of the blowing out of the manhole gasket of boiler B on board that vessel off Santiago de Cuba July 20, 1898. Penn hauled the fire standing on a board thrown across a coal bucket, above a foot of boiling water, while the water was still blowing from the boiler. (G.O. 501, December 14, 1898.)

Boatswain'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.)

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.)

Chief machinist, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Peking, China, June 28 to August 17, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Commodore Perry in the attack upon Franklin, Va., October 3, 1862; distinguished for his gallant conduct. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

"For extraordinary heroism while serving with the Fifth Regiment, United States Marines, in France during the attack on the Bois de Belleau, June 11, 1918. While under heavy fire of high-explosive and gas shells in the town of Lucy, where his dressing station was located, he 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, he discarded the mask and courageously continued his work. His dressing station being hit and demolished, he personally helped carry Captain Williams, wounded, through the shell fire to a place of safety." (Act of February 4, 1919.)

Machinist, first class, 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.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in the 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.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna; in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, as captain of a gun showed much presence of mind and coolness in managing it, and the great encouragement he gave the crew. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Ordinary 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.)

Quartermaster 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.)

Captain of the maintop 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.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battles while with the Eighth Army Corps on March 25, 27, and 29, and April 4, 1899. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900. Preston assisted to erect barricades under a heavy fire. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Oneida in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864. Although severely wounded, he remained at his gun until obliged to go to the surgeon, to whom he reported himself as slightly hurt. He assisted in taking care of the wounded below and wanted to return to his station, but on examining him it was found that he was wounded quite severely in both eyes. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; great coolness and bravery under fire. His gun becoming disabled by the sponge breaking, leaving the head in the gun, he proceeded to clear it by pouring powder into the vent and blowing the sponge head out. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Ordinary seaman belonging to the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba; was one of the boat's crew detailed for General Terry. This boat's crew was 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.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps. "For extraordinary gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action with the enemy at Blanc Mont Ridge, France, October 3, 1918. Corporal Pruitt, single handed, attacked two machine guns, capturing them and killing two of the enemy. He then captured 40 prisoners in a dug-out near by. This gallant soldier was killed soon afterwards by shell fire while he was sniping the enemy." (Act of February 4, 1919.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Alaska, during the attack on and capture of the Korean forts, June 11, 1871; was the first to scale the walls of the fort, and capture the flag of the Korean forces. Promoted to corporal. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

Seaman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia; was one of a howitzer's crew that cooperated 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 the gun, and for remaining by his gun throughout a severe engagement in a manner highly creditable to himself and to the service. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished and gallant conduct in battle at Cuzco, Cuba, on June 14, 1898, signaling to the U.S.S. Dolphin on three different occasions while exposed to a heavy fire from the enemy. (G.O. 504, December 13, 1898.)

Coxswain, serving on the U.S.S. Yorktown; for heroism rescuing Walenty Wisnieroski, machinist, second class, from drowning at Yokohama, Japan, April 27, 1902. (G.O. 93, July 7, 1902.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, 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.)

Ordinary seaman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia; was one of a howitzer's crew that cooperated 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 the gun, and for remaining by his gun in a manner highly creditable to himself and the service. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Coxswain 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.)

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.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Galena in the attack upon Drurys Bluff May 15, 1862. His good conduct "attracted the particular attention of his commanding officer." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Pensacola; gallant conduct while serving on the Pensacola in the harbor of Coquimbo, Chile, July 30, 1873.

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; 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. His cool judgment and courage and his skill in handling his men in encountering and overcoming the machine gun and rifle fire down Cinco de Mayo and parallel streets accounts for the small percentage of the losses of marines under his command. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Chief water tender on board of 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.)

Coal heaver 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.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Pensacola in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and at the taking of New Orleans, April 24 and 25, 1862. "Fine conduct;" "through din and roar of battle steered the ship through barricade, and his watchful devotion to orders contributed greatly to successful passage." "Coolness perfectly heroic." Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Landsman, 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.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Wabash, in the engagement at Pocataligo October 22, 1862, "solicited permission to accompany the howitzer corps, and performed his duty with such gallantry and presence of mind as to attract the attention of all around him. Knowing there was a scarcity of ammunition, he came up through the whole line of fire, with his 'shirt slung over his shoulders, filled with fixed ammunition, which he brought 2 miles from the rear.'" (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Oneida; in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, conducted himself with distinguished gallantry, and is mentioned as particularly deserving of notice. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Machinist's mate, first class, on board of 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.)

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.)

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.)

Captain of the hold on board of the U.S.S. Yucca, who, with Acting Ensign James H. Bunting, during the heavy gale which occurred in Pensacola Bay on the night of January 19, 1867, 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. (G.O. 82, February 23, 1867.)

Gunnery sergeant, United States Marine Corps. "For extraordinary heroism as observer in the First Marine Aviation Force at the front in France. He not only participated successfully in numerous raids into the enemy territory, but on October 8, 1918, while conducting an air raid in company with planes from Squadron 218, Royal Air Force, he was attacked by nine enemy scouts and in the fight which followed he shot down one of the enemy planes. Also, on October 14, 1918, while on an air raid over Pittham, Belgium, his plane and one other became separated from their formation on account of motor trouble and were attacked by 12 enemy scouts. In the fight which ensued he behaved with conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity. After shooting down one of the enemy planes he was struck by a bullet which carried away most of his elbow, and his gun jammed at the same time. He cleared the jam with one hand and while his pilot maneuvered for position, with the gun cleared, he returned to the fight though his left arm was useless and fought off the enemy scouts until he collapsed after receiving two more bullet wounds, one in the stomach and one in the thigh. (Act of February 4, 1919.)

Captain of afterguard on the U.S.S. Tallapoosa; heroic efforts to save from drowning Wellington Brocar, landsman, of the Tallapoosa, off New Orleans July 15, 1866. (G.O. 77, August 1, 1866.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Colorado; wounded while fighting at the side of Lieutenant McKee at the capture of the Korean forts June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

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, July 19, 1901.)

Ordinary seaman, United States Navy; for jumping overboard from the U.S. tug Fortune May 7, 1882, at Hampton Roads, Va., and rescuing from drowning James Walters, gunner's mate. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

First-class fireman on board of the U.S.S. Montauk. During the night of September 21, 1864, fire was discovered in the lightroom of the Montauk. The alarm created a panic and demoralized the crew. Rountry, with hose in hand, notwithstanding the cry of "fire in the magazine," forced his way through the frightened crowd to the lightroom, and, with the aid of James Horton, gunner's mate, put out the fire. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

First-class fireman on board of 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.)

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; commanded naval brigade; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Landsman, 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.)

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.)

Coxswain, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in the 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.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Hartford; gallant conduct in jumping overboard at Norfolk, Va., and rescuing from drowning one of the crew of that vessel, March 4, 1876. (G.O. 207, March 23, 1876.)

For heroism in effecting the rescue of a woman from the burning Grand Hotel, Yokohama, Japan, on September 1, 1923. Following the earthquake and fire which occurred in Yokohama on September 1, 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 United States Navy, of which he is a part. (Medal presented by President Coolidge at the White House on March 15, 1924.) (G.O. 124, February 4, 1924.)

Captain of top; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Saratoga, off Coasters Harbor Island, R.I., June 25, 1881, and sustaining, until picked up by a boat from the ship, Frank Gallagher, second-class boy, who had fallen overboard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Seaman, engineers' force, on board of the U.S.S. Shenandoah; for jumping overboard and assisting Midshipman Miller in saving Charles Prince, seaman, from drowning at Villefranche, December 15, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, June 19, 1864. His conduct is testified to by Commodore Winslow as deserving of all commendation, both for gallantry and encouragement of others in his division. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba; "commended for gallant behavior in the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865. Had a flagstaff shot away above his hand, but seized the remainder off the staff and brought the colors safely off." (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900. Scannell assisted to erect barricades under a heavy fire. (G. O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Gunner's mate, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. Missouri, for extraordinary heroism in remaining by a burning magazine and assisting to extinguish the fire, April 13, 1904. (G.O. 160, May 26, 1904.)

Chief gunner's mate, United States Navy, U.S.S. Chestnut Hill, for gallant conduct and extraordinary heroism on the occasion of the explosion and subsequent fire on board the U.S. submarine chaser 219, October 9, 1918. Schmidt seeing a man hanging on a line from the bow of the 219, whose legs were partly blown off, jumped overboard, swam to the subchaser, and carried him from the bow to the stern, where a member of the subchaser's crew helped him land the man on the afterdeck of the subchaser. Schmidt then endeavored to pass through the flames amidships to get another man who was seriously burned. This he was unable to do, but the injured man fell overboard and drifted to the stern of the chaser, where Schmidt helped him aboard. (G.O. 450, January 25, 1919.)

Ordinary 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 and 22, 1914. (G.O. 101, June 15, 1914.)

Coxswain belonging to the U.S.S. Hendrick Hudson; was one of the 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 his gun throughout a severe engagement in a manner highly creditable to himself and to the service. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Ordinary 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, July 19, 1901.)

Master-at-arms of the U.S. ironclad Chickasaw; in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, although his time was out, volunteered from the Vincennes for the battle of Mobile Bay, and was honorably mentioned by his commanding officer on the Chickasaw. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

For meritorious service under fire on the occasion of the landing of the American naval forces at Vera Cruz on April 21, 1914. Chief Gunner Semple was then attached to the U.S.S. Florida as a chief turret captain. (G.O. 120, January 10, 1924.)

Seaman, who raised the flag on Fort Clark at the Hatteras expedition. "Deed of noble daring." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Paymaster's steward on board of the U.S.S. Commodore, November, 1863; "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. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Hospital steward, 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.)

Chief boatswain's mate, serving on board the U.S.S. Alliance, for heroism, rescuing William Stevens, quartermaster, first class, from drowning, May 28, 1899. (G.O. 534, November 29, 1899.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and courage as captain of 100-pounder rifle gun on top-gallant forecastle, in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5,1864. He fought his gun when under the hottest fire from the enemy's batteries, at short range, with a coolness and effectiveness that won not only the admiration of the commanding officer of the division but of all others who had an opportunity to observe him. He has been in the naval service 32 years; joined the Richmond at Norfolk when first put in commission, September 27, 1860. At the expiration of his term of service, in 1863, reshipped for the period of three years. He was in action on board of the Richmond with the rebels at the Head of the Passes of the Mississippi; at the bombardment of Fort McRee, at Pensacola, which lasted an entire day, when he received a severe splinter wound in the left hand, which permanently disabled two of his fingers; and notwithstanding the severity of the wound, as soon as it was dressed by the surgeon he returned to his gun without the permission of the surgeon and persisted in remaining at his quarters, using his right hand until the action ceased. He was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and with the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans; in action with the Chalmette batteries; present at the surrender of New Orleans; fought the batteries of Vicksburg twice; was in the memorable attack on Port Hudson on the 14th of March, 1863; was captain of a 9-inch gun in the naval 9-inch gun battery commanded by Lieut. Commander Edward Terry, placed in the rear of Port Hudson during the siege. He was also captain of a gun in the naval battery established at Baton Rouge, and commanded by Lieut. Commander Edward Terry after the repulse of the Army and death of General Williams at that place. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Wabash; mentioned for gallant conduct in the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865, and as having entered the stockade. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Oneida; in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, captain of the after 9-inch gun; was wounded in several places, but remained at his gun until the firing ceased, and then supplied the place of the signal quartermaster, who had been injured by a fall. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Ticonderoga in the attacks on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865; "especially commended for his conduct at the time of the explosion of the 100-pounder Parrott gun." Being captain of a gun near the bursted one, and seeing the effect of the explosion on those around him, he at once encouraged them by exclaiming: "Go ahead, boys; this is only the fortunes of war!" (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, 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.)

Captain of forecastle on board of the U.S.S. Wissahickon; for distinguished service in the battle below New Orleans, April 24 and 25, 1862, and in the engagement at Fort McAllister, February 27, 1863, and seamanlike qualities while gunner's mate of the U.S.S. Don. A shot from Fort McAllister penetrated the Wissahickon below the water line and entered the magazine, on which occasion Shutes, by his presence of mind and prompt action, contributed to the preservation of the powder and safety of the ship. (G.O. 71, January 15, 1866.)

Boatswain's mate, second class, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism on November 1, 1918, when he went aboard the schooner Hjeltenaes, which was in a mass of flames, and after rescuing two men from crew's quarters, went back the third time. Immediately after he had entered the crew's quarters a steam pipe over the door carried away, making it impossible for him to escape. Siegel became overcome with smoke and fell to the deck, being finally rescued by some of the crew of the Mohawk, of which he was a member, who carried him out and rendered first aid. (G.O. 445, January 7, 1919.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Peking, China, June 28 to August 17, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and courage in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He joined the Brooklyn in January, 1861; was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans, Chalmette batteries, batteries below Vicksburg, and present at the surrender of New Orleans. Joined the Richmond October, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

First-class fireman; for rescuing from drowning John W. Powers, ordinary seaman on board the U.S.S. Essex, at Monrovia, Liberia, October 31, 1877. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Seaman 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, 1914. (G.O. 101, June 15, 1914.)

Private, United States Marine Corps. "At about 7.30 a.m. on the morning of February 11, 1921, Private Smith while on duty as a sentry rescued Plen M. Phelps, late machinist's mate, second class, United States Navy, from a burning seaplane, which had fallen near his post, gate No. 1, marine barracks, naval air station, Pensacola, Fla. Despite the explosion of the gravity gasoline tank, with total disregard of personal safety, he pushed himself to a position where he could reach Phelps, who was pinned beneath the burning wreckage, and rescued him from the burning plane, in the performance of which he sustained painful burns about the head, neck, and both hands." (G.O. 72, September 29, 1921.)

Coxswain, 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. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Ordinary seaman on board the U.S.S. Whitehead in the attack upon Franklin, N.C., October 3, 1862; swam ashore under the fire of the enemy with a line and thus rendered important service. Mentioned for gallantry.

Chief water tender, U.S.S. Decatur; for several times entering compartments on board of Decatur immediately following an explosion on board that vessel, September 9, 1915, and locating and rescuing injured shipmates. (G.O. 189, February 8, 1916.)

Oiler, 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.)

Captain of forecastle 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. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

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.)

Seaman on board 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.)

Captain of forecastle on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; was first captain of a gun, and finding that he could not sufficiently depress his gun when alongside of the rebel ironclad Tennessee, threw a hand holystone into one of the ports at a rebel using abusive language against the crew of the ship. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

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.)

Second 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 was on board the Varuna when she was sunk by the rebel vessels after having passed Forts Jackson and St. Philip; was transferred to the Brooklyn, and was in the action with the batteries below Vicksburg. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

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. He was on board the Richmond in the actions with Fort McRee, at the Head of the Passes of the Mississippi; with the Forts Jackson and St. Philip; the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans; the Chalmette batteries; twice with the batteries of Vicksburg in attempting to pass and at the siege of Port Hudson; and present at the surrender of New Orleans. He has been coxswain on board the Richmond for twenty consecutive months. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman, for rescuing from drowning William Kent, coxswain of the U.S.S. Enterprise, of Para, Brazil, October 1, 1878.

Seaman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia. Was one 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 his gun throughout a severe engagement in a manner highly creditable to himself and to the service. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and good conduct at the 100-pounder rifle gun on the topgallant forecastle, and for musket firing into the gun ports of the rebel ironclad Tennessee in the action in Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. He was on board the U.S.S. Hatteras when that vessel was sunk by the piratical vessel commanded by the notorious Semmes, off Galveston; joined the Richmond after having been exchanged, September, 1863, and his conduct on board of the ship has been of the most exemplary kind. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Gunner's mate, first class, on board the U.S.S. New York; for entering a compartment filled with gases and rescuing a shipmate, P. J. Walsh, ordinary seaman, January 24, 1916. (G.O. 202, April 6, 1916.)

Quartermaster 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.)

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.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; conspicuous for good conduct at his gun. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Chief electrician, serving on board the U.S.S. Birmingham, for extraordinary heroism, rescuing G. H. Kephart, seaman, from drowning at Hampton Roads, Va., January 4, 1910. (G.O. 58, March 2, 1910.)

Gunner's mate, first 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.)

Orderly sergeant, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and for setting a good example to the marine guard working a division of great guns in the action of Mobile Bay on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. Joined the Richmond September 27, 1860; was in the actions with Fort McRee, the Head of the Passes of the Mississippi, 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. He has been in the service 28 years. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman on board the U.S.S. Rhode Island. While coaling ship in the harbor of Cape Haitien one of the crew of the Rhode Island fell overboard, and, notwithstanding he succeeded in catching a rope, had, from exhaustion, to relinquish his hold. Although the sea was running high at the time, Stacy, at the peril of his life, jumped overboard, secured the rope around his shipmate, and thus saved him from drowning. (G.O. 71, January 15, 1866.)

Hospital apprentice, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in the battle of Peking, China, July 12, 1900. Stanley volunteered and carried messages under fire. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Shell man at No. 8 gun on board of the U.S.S. Hartford in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; "was severely wounded but refused to go below, and continued to perform his duties until at length he became so weak from loss of blood as to be unable to stand." (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Chief machinist's mate on board of the U.S.S. North Dakota; for extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during the fire on board that vessel September 8, 1910. (G.O. 83, October 4, 1910.)

Coal heaver on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864; bravery in remaining at his post when wounded, and passing shell until struck down a second time and completely disabled. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Quartermaster on the U.S.S. Canonicus, for bravery before Fort Fisher, 1865. (Letter July 15, 1870, Secretary of the Navy to Hon. S. Hooper.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Plymouth; jumped overboard in the harbor of Villefranche, France, February 1, 1872, and saved Midshipman Osterhaus from drowning. (G.O. 180, October 10, 1872.)

Gunnery sergeant, United States Marine Corps, 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.)

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; 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. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Marmora. This man 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.)

Chief master-at-arms, serving on board the U.S.S. New York, for gallant conduct in jumping overboard and assisting in the rescue of Peter Mahoney, water tender, United States Navy, off the coast of Jamaica, March 31, 1899. (G.O. 525, July 29, 1899.)

Gunner's mate, second class, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy in battle at Katbalogan, Samar, P.I., July 16, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Isaac Smith, Stone River, January 30, 1863; distinguished for gallantry and meritorious conduct in the action with the rebel batteries, in which he lost his right arm. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Captain of the top 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.)

Fireman, first class, serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden, for heroism at the time of the wreck of that vessel, January 21, 1903. (G.O. 145, December 26, 1903.)

Ordinary 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.)

Boatswain's mate; for jumping overboard from the U.S. training ship New Hampshire, at Newport, R.I., April 21, 1882, and rescuing from drowning Francis T. Price, third-class boy. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Monticello; courage and commendable conduct during a reconnaissance of the harbor and water defenses of Wilmington, June 23 to 25, 1864. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coxswain; first captain of 9-inch gun on board the U.S.S. Louisville; "especially commended for his attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Chief quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Ticonderoga, in the attacks on Fort Fisher January 13 to 15, 1865; commended for great coolness and intelligence in looking out for and making signals. Served also on the Paul Jones, in the actions with the batteries on St. Johns River and with Fort McAllister on the Ogeechee River. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Ordinary seaman, serving on board the U.S.S. Nashville, for heroism and gallantry under fire of the enemy, while cutting cables at Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898. (G.O. 529, November 2, 1899.)

Chief carpenter's mate, 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, Cuba, July 26 and 27, 1898. (G.O. 500, December 14, 1898.)

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at the battle of Tientsin, China, July 13, 1900. Sutton assisted to carry a wounded officer from the field under a heavy fire. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Seaman of the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba; was one of the boat's crew detailed for General Terry. The men of 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.)

Ordinary seaman, U.S.S. Kearsarge; October 26, 1881, jumped overboard and assisted in saving from drowning a shipmate who had fallen overboard at Hampton Roads. A strong tide was running at the time.

Ordinary seaman of the U.S.S. Jamestown, December 20, 1883; for rescuing from drowning A. A. George, who had fallen overboard at the navy yard, New York. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Landsman, engineer's force; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Jean Sands, opposite the navy yard, Norfolk, on the night of June 15, 1880, and rescuing from drowning a young girl who had fallen overboard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

"For exceptional meritorious service and extraordinary heroism while attached to Squadron C, First Marine Aviation Force, in France. He participated in numerous air raids into enemy territory, and on October 8, 1918, while on such a raid, he was attacked by 9 enemy scouts, and in the fight that followed shot down an enemy plane. Also, on October 14, 1918, while on a raid over Pittham, Belgium, Lieutenant Talbot and another plane became detached from the formation on account of motor trouble, and were attacked by 12 enemy scouts. During the severe fight that followed, his plane shot down one of the enemy scouts. His observer was shot through the elbow and his gun jammed. He cleared the jam with one hand while Talbot maneuvered to gain time, and then returned to the fight. The observer fought until shot twice, once in the stomach and once in the hip. When he collapsed Lieutenant Talbot attacked the nearest enemy scout with his front guns and shot him down. With his observer unconscious and his motor failing, he dived to escape the balance of the enemy and crossed the German trenches at an altitude of 50 feet, landing at the nearest hospital and left his observer, and returned to his aerodrome." (Act of February 4, 1919.)

Captain of forecastle, on board of the U.S.S. Louisville at the capture of Arkansas Post, January 10 and 11, 1863; was conspicuous for ability and bravery as captain of 9-inch gun. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Quarter gunner 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.)

Armorer on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna; in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864, although wounded, went into the shell room and with his hands extinguished the fire from a shell exploded over it by the enemy. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman in charge of the picket boat attached to the navy yard, New York; for coolness, promptness, and good judgment on the 9th of September, 1865, in rescuing from drowning Commander S. D. Trenchard, of the United States Navy, who fell overboard in attempting to get on a ferryboat which had collided with an English steamer and needed immediate assistance. (G.O. 71, January 15, 1866.)

Quartermaster, serving on board the U.S.S. Nipsic; for gallantry during the hurricane at Apia, Samoa, March 16, 1889. (G.O. 157, April 20, 1904.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Metacomet. During the passage of the forts at the entrance of Mobile Bay, and in the action with the rebel gunboats, August 5, 1864, cowardice was exhibited by the officer in command of the forward pivot gun, but Thomas Taylor, by encouraging example and words and effective handling of the gun, did honor to the occasion. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Captain of forecastle 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.)

Quartermaster, third class, serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden; for heroism at the time of the wreck of that vessel, January 21, 1903. (G.O. 145, December 26, 1903.)

Ship's corporal; for rescuing from drowning a boy serving with him on the U.S.S. Constitution, at navy yard, Norfolk, Va., November 16, 1879. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Seaman, U.S.S. Minnesota, but temporarily on board of the U.S.S. Mount Washington, Nansemond River, April 14, 1863; "conducted himself with the highest coolness and courage, and volunteered to go upon the pilot house to watch the movements of the enemy, which position he did not leave until ordered down, although the balls flew thick around him, and three struck within a few inches of his head." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Private, United States Marine Corps, serving on board the U.S.S. Petrel; for heroism and gallantry, fearlessly exposing his own life to danger for the saving of the others on the occasion of the fire on board said vessel March 31, 1901. (G.O. 85, March 22, 1902.)

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.)

Seaman, United States Navy; for rescuing a man from drowning at Mare Island, Calif., on the 27th of June, 1878.

Private, United States Marine Corps, 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.)

Signal quartermaster on board the U.S.S. Mohican in the action at Hilton Head, November 7, 1861; "steered the ship with a steady hand 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;" "leg since amputated." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Coxswain, serving on the U.S.S. Pampanga; for heroism and gallantry under fire of the enemy at Hilongas, P.I., May 6, 1900. (G.O. 6, August 15, 1900.)

Seaman; for jumping overboard from the U.S. tug Leyden, near Boston, Mass., August 25, 1881, and sustaining, until picked up, Michael Drennan, landsman, who had jumped overboard while temporarily insane. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Landsman on board the U.S.S. Plymouth; at the imminent risk of his life he 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.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Brooklyn, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; conspicuous coolness at the commencement and during the action. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Corporal, United States Marine Corps, on board of the U.S.S. Wabash. During the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865, he advanced under a heavy fire from the enemy's sharpshooters into an open space close to the fort and assisted a wounded comrade to a place of safety. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Gunner's mate, third 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.)

Ordinary seaman, 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 of Caimanera, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, July 26 and 27, 1898. (G.O. 500, December 14, 1898.)

Chief boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Seneca in the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865; "exhibited great gallantry in charging through the gap in the stockade." (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Second-class fireman on board of the U.S.S. Frolic; gallant conduct in endeavoring to save the life of one of the crew of the Frolic who had fallen overboard at Montevideo, April 20, 1877.

Chief boatswain's mate; for jumping overboard from the U.S. training ship New Hampshire at Newport, R.I., April 21, 1882, and rescuing from drowning Francis T. Price, third-class boy. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Ordinary seaman on board of the U.S.S. Colorado; fighting at the side of Lieutenant McKee, and especially commended by the latter after being wounded at the capture of the Korean Forts, June 11, 1871. (G.O. 169, February 8, 1872.)

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. He was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, the Chalmette batteries, the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans, the batteries below Vicksburg, and was present at the surrender of New Orleans. He was present at and assisted in the capture of the piratical steamers Miramon and Marquis de la Habana in March, 1860, near Vera Cruz. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Trenton, at Toulon, France, February, 1881, and rescuing from drowning Augustus Ohlensen, coxswain. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Private, United States Marine Corps; for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Peking, China, July 21 to August 17, 1900. Upham assisted to erect barricades under a heavy fire. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

"The action of the 35 men in the attack made upon them during the night of October 24 can not be commended too highly. It is true that these men were in pitch darkness, surrounded by ten times their number, and fighting for their lives, but the manner in which they fought during that long night, the steady, cool discipline that prevented demoralization is remarkable. Had one squad failed, not one man of the party would have lived to tell the story. The actual assault upon the enemy, made in three different directions and beginning as soon as the light permitted them to see, was splendid. It meant success or utter annihilation. It succeeded, thanks to the splendid examples given by the officers and noncommissioned officers, supported by the men. Upshur and Ostermann, advancing from two directions, captured Fort Dipitie with a total of 13 marines, putting garrison to flight. Demolished and burned fort. All three squads burned all houses from which fire had been coming. I believe, therefore, that Capt. William P. Upshur, First Lieut. Edward A. Ostermann, and Gunnery Sergt. Daniel Daly should be given medals of honor for this particular engagement and the work of the following day."

Quartermaster, third class, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism following internal explosion of the Florence H, on April 17, 1918. The sea in the vicinity of wreckage was covered by a mass of boxes of smokeless powder, which were repeatedly exploding. 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 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. (G.O. 403, June 8, 1918.)

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.)

First-class fireman on board of 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.)

Seaman, serving on board 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.)

Sergeant, United States Marine Corps, 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. (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Chief quartermaster 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. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Carpenter's mate, third 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.)

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.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Rhode Island; distinguished and meritorious conduct during the night of the foundering of the Monitor off Hatteras, December 31, 1864. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, April 21 and 22, 1914; 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 was marked. (G.O. 177, December 4, 1915.)

Sergeant, 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.)

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 and 22, 1914. (G.O. 101, June 15, 1914.)

Chief machinist, serving on board the U.S.S. Leyden, for heroism at the time of the wreck of that vessel, January 21, 1903. (G.O. 145, December 26, 1903.)

Quarter-gunner on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna, in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; being wounded and ordered below, would not go, but rendered much aid at one of the guns when the crew was disabled, and subsequently remained in the chains, heaving the lead until nearly in collision with the rebel ironclad Tennessee. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Monticello; courage and commendable conduct during a reconnaissance of the harbor and water defense of Wilmington, June 23 to 25, 1864. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Landsman on board of the U.S.S. Susquehanna; during the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865, remained on the field under fire with a wounded officer until aid could be obtained to bring him to the rear. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Captain of the foretop on board of the U.S.S. Susquehanna. On the 21st of September, 1864, the U.S.S. Montauk, then off Charleston, was discovered to be on fire in the magazine lightroom; on which occasion Charles H. Weeks, who was master-at-arms of the vessel, displayed great presence of mind and rendered valuable services in extinguishing the fire. (G.O. 84, October 3, 1867.)

Captain of the mizzen top; 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 the 11th of January, 1874. (G.O. 207, March 23, 1876.)

Captain of the mizzen top; 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 the 27th of April, 1876. (G.O. 212, June 9, 1876.)

Ship's cook; for jumping overboard from the U.S. training ship Minnesota, at Newport, R.I., August 26, 1881, and sustaining, until picked up by a boat from the ship, C. Lorenze, captain of the forecastle, who had fallen overboard. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Richmond, Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; commended for coolness and close attention to duty as leadsman and lookout in the action in Mobile Bay, on the morning and forenoon of August 5, 1864. Joined the Brooklyn in September, 1861; was in the actions with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and with the rebel ironclads and gunboats below New Orleans, and on board of the Brooklyn in the attack upon the batteries below Vicksburg in 1862. He received two wounds in the left leg and a severe one in the head in the engagements with Forts Jackson and St. Philip, April 24, 1862, the latter causing "opacity of the cornea and loss of vision of the right eye," as certified by the surgeon of the Brooklyn. Joined the Richmond in September, 1863. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Chief machinist's mate on board of 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.)

Seaman, United States Navy, for distinguished conduct in the presence of the enemy at Peking, China, June 28 to August 17, 1900. (G.O. 55, July 19, 1901.)

Ship fitter, first 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.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Lackawanna in the engagement in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864; remarkable coolness as captain of a gun in holding on to the lockstring and waiting for some time whilst alongside of the rebel ironclad Tennessee, and firing that the shot might enter her port. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

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.)

Boatswain'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. 521, July 7, 1899.)

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.)

Pilot 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 remained steadfast at the wheel until it was disabled by the bursting of a shell. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Seaman; for courage and fidelity displayed in the loss of the U.S.S. Huron, November 24, 1877.

Sailmaker's mate 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 25, 1865, and resulted in the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba; "commended for gallant behavior in the assault on Fort Fisher, January 15, 1865." (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

For extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession in the face of the enemy at San Francisco de Macoris, Dominican Republic, November 29, 1916. (G.O. 289, April 27, 1917.)

Carpenter's mate; for going over the stern of the U.S.S. Constitution, at sea, February 13, 1879, during a heavy gale, and performing important carpenter's work upon her rudder. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

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.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Commodore Perry, in the attack upon Franklin, Va., October 3, 1862; distinguished for his gallant conduct. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Captain of maintop on board of the U.S.S. Pawnee, in the attack upon Mathias Point, June 26, 1861; "gallantry can not be spoken of in too high terms; though wounded by a musket ball in the thigh, he retained the charge of his boat; and when the staff was shot away held the stump in his hand, with the flag, until we got alongside the Freeborn." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Mohican, in the action at Hilton Head, November 7, 1861; captain of 11-inch gun; was conspicuous for his cool courage and pleasant, cheerful way of fighting, losing few shots and inspiring his gun's crew with his manner. Promoted to acting master's mate. (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Captain of top; for jumping overboard from the U.S.S. Lackawanna, March 16, 1883, at Honolulu, Hawaiian Islands, and rescuing from drowning Thomas Moran, landsman. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Captain of hold of the U.S.S. Lackawanna; for rescuing from drowning William Cruise, who had fallen overboard at Callao, Peru, June 13, 1884. (G.O. 326, October 18, 1884.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Monitor in the fight with the Merrimac, March 19, 1862; promoted to acting master's mate and subsequently to acting ensign. (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Signal quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Benton; Yazoo River expedition December 23 to 27, 1862, mentioned by his commanding officer as having "distinguished himself in various actions." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Landsman belonging to the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, November 16, 1863; gallant behavior in passing lines between the Lehigh and Nahant in an open boat with two others, being at the time exposed to a heavy fire from the forts in Charleston Harbor; advanced in his rate. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Tigress; gallant and meritorious conduct, while serving on the Tigress, on the night of September 22, 1873, off the coast of Greenland.

Boilermaker, serving on board the U.S.S. Puritan, for gallant conduct at the time of the collapse of one of the crown sheets of boiler E of that vessel July 1, 1897. Wilson wrapped wet cloths about his face and arms and entering the fireroom opened the safety valve, thus removing the danger of disabling the other boilers. (G.O. 482, November 1, 1897.)

First sergeant, 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.)

Coxswain, U.S.S. Minnesota, temporarily on board of the U.S.S. Mount Washington, Nansemond River, April 14, 1863; "behaved with a courage and coolness that could not be surpassed; did not leave his post, although he had received a severe contusion on the head from a partially spent ball, and ventured in an open boat to carry a hawser under a heavy fire." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Seaman, U.S.S. Minnesota, temporarily on board of the U.S.S. Mount Washington, Nansemond River, April 14, 1863; fought his gun with the most determined courage; plunged into the stream and endeavored to save a shipmate who had been knocked overboard by a shell, and was conspicuous for his tender care of the wounded. (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Pittsburgh, in an engagement with the batteries at Grand Gulf, April 29, 1863; "had been confined to his hammock several days from sickness, yet insisted on and took command of the gun of which he was captain; fought it for over two hours, and only left it when no longer able to stand; conduct uniformly good." (G.O. 17, July 10, 1863.)

Seaman on board of the U.S.S. Oneida, acting as aid to the executive officer in the engagement in Mobile Bay August 5, 1864. Distinguished himself for his cool courage and carried his orders intelligently and correctly. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Quartermaster on board of the U.S.S. Cayuga in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, and the taking of New Orleans, April 24 and 25, 1862. Mentioned with "praise for his conduct." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

Yeoman on board of the U.S.S. Monticello; courage and commendable conduct during a reconnaissance of the harbor and water defenses of Wilmington, June 23 to 25, 1864. (G.O. 45, December 31, 1864.)

Coxswain on board of the U.S.S. Galena; during the action in Mobile Bay, August 5, 1864, he was captain of No. 3 gun and displayed great bravery and coolness throughout the engagement. (G.O. 59, June 22, 1865.)

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.)

Seaman on the U.S.S. Lehigh, Charleston Harbor, November 16, 1863; gallant behavior in passing lines between the Lehigh and Nahant in an open boat, being at the time exposed to a heavy fire from the forts in Charleston Harbor. Advanced in his rating. (G.O. 32, April 16, 1864.)

Boatswain's mate on board of the U.S.S. Cayuga, in the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip and the taking of New Orleans, April 24 and 25, 1862; mentioned with "praise for his conduct." (G.O. 11, April 3, 1863.)

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.)

Hospital apprentice, first 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. 116, August 19, 1914.)

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