William Creelman

MEDAL OF HONOR CITATION

Attached to the U.S.S. Maine, February 1897. Distinguishing himself, Creelman showed extraordinary heroism in the line of his profession during an attempt to save life at sea.

Rank: Landsman
Conflicts: Interim 1871-1898
Organization: U.S. Navy

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