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Matthew Arthur
Signal Quartermaster
Signal Quartermaster Matthew Arthur served the U.S. Navy.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Signal Quartermaster
Medal of Honor
Signal Quartermaster, U.S. Navy.
Served on board the U.S.S. Carondelet at the reduction of Forts Henry and Donelson, 6 and 14 February 1862 and other actions. Carrying out his duties as signal quartermaster and captain of the rifled bow gun, S/Q.M. Arther was conspicuous for valor and devotion, serving most faithfully, effectively and valiantly.
17, 10 July 1863.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
17, 10 July 1863.
Served on board the U.S.S. Carondelet at the reduction of Forts Henry and Donelson, 6 and 14 February 1862 and other actions. Carrying out his duties as signal quartermaster and captain of the rifled bow gun, S/Q.M. Arther was conspicuous for valor and devotion, serving most faithfully, effectively and valiantly.
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