United States of America
U.S. Navy · United States 
Richmond P. Hobson
1870 – 1937
Richmond P. Hobson served the U.S. Navy. Richmond was 66 years old.
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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
3 June 1898 · Lieutenant, U.S. Navy.
In connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the fortified harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 3 June 1898. Despite persistent fire from the enemy fleet and fortifications on shore, Lt. Hobson distinguished himself by extraordinary courage and carried out this operation at the risk of his own personal safety.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
In connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the fortified harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 3 June 1898. Despite persistent fire from the enemy fleet and fortifications on shore, Lt. Hobson distinguished himself by extraordinary courage and carried out this operation at the risk of his own personal safety.
Burial Information
Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery
Section
6
Grave
5014
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