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U.S. Navy · United States 
Henry Thielberg
Seaman
1833 – 1890
Seaman Henry Thielberg served the U.S. Navy. Henry was 57 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Seaman
Medal of Honor
14 April 1863 · USS Mount Washington, Nansemond River · Seaman, U.S. Navy.
Serving temporarily on board the U.S.S. Mount Washington during the Nansemond River action, 14 April 1863. After assisting in hauling up and raising the flagstaff, Thielberg volunteered to go up on the pilothouse and observe the movements of the enemy and although 3 shells struck within a few inches of his head, remained at his post until ordered to descend.
17, 10 July 1863.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
17, 10 July 1863.
Serving temporarily on board the U.S.S. Mount Washington during the Nansemond River action, 14 April 1863. After assisting in hauling up and raising the flagstaff, Thielberg volunteered to go up on the pilothouse and observe the movements of the enemy and although 3 shells struck within a few inches of his head, remained at his post until ordered to descend.
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