U.S. Navy
Bond, William S.ConflictCivil War
RankBoatswain (WO)
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandUSS Kearsarge
HometownBoston, Massachusetts
Citation
Served on board the USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously, Bond exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer.
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