Historical records matching Pomeroy Parker
About Pomeroy Parker
The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private Pomeroy Parker, United States Marine Corps, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Private Parker displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
General Orders: War Department, General Orders No. 521 (July 7, 1899)
Action Date: May 11, 1898
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Private
Division: U.S.S. Nashville
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Pomeroy Parker's Timeline
| 1874 |
March 17, 1874
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Gates, North Carolina, United States
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| 1946 |
December 30, 1946
Age 72
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Roxobel, Bertie, North Carolina, United States
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