Edward Farrell

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Served on board the U.S.S. Owasco during the attack upon Forts Jackson and St. Philip, 24 April 1862. Stationed at the masthead during these operations, Farrell observed and reported the effect of the fire of our guns in such a manner as to make his intelligence, coolness and capacity conspicuous.

Rank: Quartermaster
Date of Issue: March 23, 1902
Conflicts: Civil War
Organization: U.S. Navy

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