U.S. Navy
Blair, Robert M.ConflictCivil War
Year of Action1864 - 1865
Unit/CommandUSS Pontoosuc
HometownPeacham, Vermont
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 throughout this period, Blair was recommended for gallantry and skill and for his cool courage while under the fire of the enemy throughout these actions.
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