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U.S. Navy · United States 
James E. Sterling
1838 – 1900
James E. Sterling served the U.S. Navy. James was 62 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
5 August 1864 · USS Brooklyn, Fort Morgan, Mobile Bay · Coal Heaver
On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864. Although wounded when heavy enemy return fire raked the decks of his ship, Sterling courageously remained at his post and continued passing shell until struck down a second time and completely disabled.
45, 31 December 1864.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
45, 31 December 1864.
On board the U.S.S. Brooklyn during successful attacks against Fort Morgan, rebel gunboats and the ram Tennessee in Mobile Bay, on 5 August 1864. Although wounded when heavy enemy return fire raked the decks of his ship, Sterling courageously remained at his post and continued passing shell until struck down a second time and completely disabled.
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