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U.S. Navy · United States 
James Haley
1824 – 1880
James Haley served the U.S. Navy. James was 56 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
19 June 1864 · USS Kearsarge, off Cherbourg, France · Captain of the Forecastle
Served as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as captain of a gun during the bitter engagement, Haley exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly commended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievement under enemy fire.
45, 31 December 1864.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
45, 31 December 1864.
Served as captain of the forecastle on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as captain of a gun during the bitter engagement, Haley exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly commended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievement under enemy fire.
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