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U.S. Navy
Beyer, Albert
Beyer, Albert
RankChief Master-of-Arms
Year of Action1898
Unit/CommandUSS Nashville (PG-7)
HometownHanover
Citation

On board the USS Nashville during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Beyer set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1898

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