On board the U.S.S. Minnesota, in action during the assault on Fort Fisher, 15 January 1865. Landing on the beach with the assaulting party from
Capture of Gen. Early’s headquarters flag. Confederate national standard.
Captured the flag of the 7th Virginia Infantry (C.S.A.), being twice wounded in the effort.
Carried a dangerously wounded comrade into the Union lines, thereby preventing his capture by the enemy.
Displayed great gallantry, under a heavy fire from the enemy, in calling in the skirmishers and assisting in forming the line of battle.
During a rout and while under orders to retreat seized the colors, rallied the men, and drove the enemy back.
Fought his guns until the enemy were upon him, then with one gun hauled in the road by hand he formed the rear guard and
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