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Austin J. Durney
1867 – 1926
Austin J. Durney served the U.S. Navy. Austin was 58 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
Blacksmith, U.S. Navy.
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Durney set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
521, 7 July 1899.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
521, 7 July 1899.
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Durney set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
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