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Thomas Barton
Thomas Barton served the U.S. Navy.
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U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
3 October 1862 · USS Hunchback, Franklin, Va. · Seaman, U.S. Navy.
On board the U.S.S. Hunchback in the attack on Franklin, Va., 3 October 1862. When an ignited shell, with cartridge attached, fell out of the howitzer upon the deck, S/man Barton promptly seized a pail of water and threw it upon the missile, thereby preventing it from exploding.
11, 3 April 1863.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
11, 3 April 1863.
On board the U.S.S. Hunchback in the attack on Franklin, Va., 3 October 1862. When an ignited shell, with cartridge attached, fell out of the howitzer upon the deck, S/man Barton promptly seized a pail of water and threw it upon the missile, thereby preventing it from exploding.
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