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United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
James F. Merton (October 7, 1845 – January 9, 1900) was a United States Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition in 1871. Landsman Merton was severely wounded during the seizure of the forts.
James F. Merton | |
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Born | October 7, 1845 Cheshire, England |
Died | January 9, 1900 54) Saint Louis, Missouri, US | (aged
Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Navy |
Rank | Landsman |
Unit | USS Colorado |
Battles/wars | Ganghwa Island Korean Expedition |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
Rank and organization: Landsman, U.S. Navy. Birth: England. G.O. No.: 180, October 10, 1872.
Citation:
Landsman and member of Company D during the capture of the Korean forts, 9 and 10 June 1871, Merton was severely wounded in the arm while trying to force his way into the fort.[1]
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