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George H. Harrison

1841 – 1919
Medal of Honor - Navy
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George H. Harrison served the U.S. Navy. George was 77 years old.

Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
19 June 1864 · USS Kearsarge, off Cherbourg, France · Seaman, U.S. Navy.

Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger and loader of the 11-inch pivot gun during the bitter engagement, Harrison exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.

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Medal of Honor - Navy June 19, 1864 · USS Kearsarge, off Cherbourg, France · Seaman, U.S. Navy.
Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger and loader of the 11-inch pivot gun during the bitter engagement, Harrison exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.
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Medal of Honor - Navy

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