United States of America
U.S. Navy · United States 
Benjamin Swearer
Seaman
1825 – 1902
Seaman Benjamin Swearer served the U.S. Navy. Benjamin was 77 years old.
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U.S. Navy
Seaman
Medal of Honor
29 August 1861 · USS Pawnee, Fort Clark · Seaman, U.S. Navy.
Embarked in a surfboat from the U.S.S. Pawnee during action against Fort Clark, off Baltimore Inlet, 29 August 1861. Taking part in a mission to land troops and to remain inshore and provide protection, Swearer rendered gallant service throughout the action and had the honor of being the first man to raise the flag on the captured fort.
11, 3 April 1863.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
11, 3 April 1863.
Embarked in a surfboat from the U.S.S. Pawnee during action against Fort Clark, off Baltimore Inlet, 29 August 1861. Taking part in a mission to land troops and to remain inshore and provide protection, Swearer rendered gallant service throughout the action and had the honor of being the first man to raise the flag on the captured fort.
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