Historical records matching Edward Swatton, Medal of Honor
About Edward Swatton, Medal of Honor
The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Seaman Edward Swatton, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba during the assault on Fort Fisher, North Carolina, on 15 January 1865. As one of a boat crew detailed to one of the generals on shore, Seaman Swatton bravely entered the fort in the assault and accompanied his party in carrying dispatches at the height of the battle. He was one of six men who entered the fort in the assault from the fleet.
General Orders: War Department, General Orders No. 59 (June 22, 1865)
Action Date: January 15, 1865
Service: Navy
Rank: Seaman
Division: U.S.S. Santiago de Cuba
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Edward Swatton, Medal of Honor's Timeline
1836 |
1836
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New York, United States
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1865 |
1865
Age 29
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