Asa Betham

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Served on board the U.S.S. Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864, to 22 January 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully during this period, Betham was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these various actions.

Rank: Coxswain
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Navy

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