U.S. Navy
Bright, George WashingtonYear of Action1898
Unit/CommandUSS Nashville (PG-7)
HometownNorfolk, Virginia
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, Bright set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
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