Charles Moore

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Served as seaman on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger and loader on the 11-inch pivot gun of the second division during this bitter engagement, Moore exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.

Rank: Seaman
Date of Issue: December 31, 1864
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Navy

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