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U.S. Navy · United States 
William Oakley
1860 – 1918
William Oakley served the U.S. Navy. William was 58 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
11 May 1898 · Gunner's Mate Second Class, U.S. Navy.
On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Oakley displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. OLSEN, ANTON
529, 2 November 1899.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
529, 2 November 1899.
On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Oakley displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period. OLSEN, ANTON
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