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U.S. Navy
Blume, Robert
Blume, Robert
RankChief Boatswain's Mate
Year of Action1898
Unit/CommandUSS Nashville (PG-7)
HometownPittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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, Blume set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1898

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