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Headstone of Henry P. Russell
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Henry P. Russell

1878 – 1956
Medal of Honor - Navy
Life Keepsakes Service Medal of Honor Decorations Shadow Box Laid to Rest In Our Keeping

Henry P. Russell served the U.S. Navy. Henry was 78 years old.

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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
11 May 1898 · Landsman, U.S. Navy.

On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Russell displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.

521, 7 July 1899.
Awards & Decorations 1

For valor

Medal of Honor - Navy May 11, 1898 · Landsman, U.S. Navy. 521, 7 July 1899.
On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Russell displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
Burial Information
Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery
Section 31
Grave 6377
In Our Keeping
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Medal of Honor - Navy

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