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U.S. Navy
Cahey, Thomas
Cahey, Thomas
RankChief Gunner's Mate
Year of Action1901
Unit/CommandUSS Petrel (PG-2)
HometownBelfast
Citation

On board the USS Petrel for heroism and gallantry, fearlessly exposing his own life to danger in saving others on the occasion of the flre on board that vessel, 31 March 1901.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1901

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