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U.S. Marine Corps
Campbell, Daniel J.
Campbell, Daniel J.
Year of Action1898
Unit/CommandUSS Marblehead (C-11)
Citation

On board the USS Marblehead during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Campbell set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.

Branch: U.S. Marine CorpsYear of Action: 1898

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