U.S. Navy
Betham, AsaConflictCivil War
Year of Action1864 - 1865
Unit/CommandUSS Pontoosuc
HometownNew York, New York
Citation
Served on board the USS Pontoosuc during the capture of Fort Fisher and Wilmington, 24 December 1864, to 22 January 1865. Carrying out his duties faithfully during this period, Betham was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these various actions.
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