James Merton

MEDAL OF HONOR 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.

Rank: Landsman
Conflicts: 1871 Korean Campaign
Organization: U.S. Navy

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