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Andrews, John
Andrews, John
ConflictKorean Expedition
Year of Action1871
Unit/CommandUSS Benicia
HometownPennsylvania
Citation

On board the USS Benicia in action against Korean forts on 9 and 10 June 1871. Stationed at the lead in passing the forts, Andrews stood on the gunwale on the Benicia’s launch, lashed to the ridgerope. He remained unflinchingly in this dangerous position and gave his soundings with coolness and accuracy under a heavy fire.

Branch: U.S. NavyConflict: Korean ExpeditionYear of Action: 1871

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