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Robert Strahan

Captain of the Top
1836
Medal of Honor - Navy
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Captain of the Top Robert Strahan served the U.S. Navy.

Service Record
U.S. Navy
Captain of the Top
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
19 June 1864 · USS Kearsarge, off Cherbourg, France · Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy.

Served as captain of the top on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as captain of the No. 1 gun, Strahan carried out his duties in the face of heavy enemy fire and exhibited marked coolness and good conduct throughout the engagement. Strahan was highly recommended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievements.

45, 31 December 1864.
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Medal of Honor - Navy June 19, 1864 · USS Kearsarge, off Cherbourg, France · Captain of the Top, U.S. Navy. 45, 31 December 1864.
Served as captain of the top on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as captain of the No. 1 gun, Strahan carried out his duties in the face of heavy enemy fire and exhibited marked coolness and good conduct throughout the engagement. Strahan was highly recommended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievements.
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Captain of the Top
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor - Navy

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