George F. Phillips
1862 – 1904
George F. Phillips. George was 42 years old.
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Medal of Honor
3 June 1898 · Machinist First Class, U.S. Navy.
In connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish shore batteries, Phillips displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation.
529, 2 November 1899.
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Foreign awards
Medal of Honor - Navy
529, 2 November 1899.
In connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the harbor of Santiago de Cuba 2 June 1898. Despite heavy fire from the Spanish shore batteries, Phillips displayed extraordinary heroism throughout this operation.
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