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U.S. Navy · United States 
Lauritz Nelson
1860 – 1941
Lauritz Nelson served the U.S. Navy. Lauritz was 81 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
11 May 1898 · Sailmaker's Mate, U.S. Navy.
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Nelson displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
521, 7 July 1899.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
521, 7 July 1899.
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Nelson displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
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