U.S. Navy
Carter, Joseph EdwardYear of Action1898
Unit/CommandUSS Marblehead (C-11)
HometownManchester
Citation
On board the USS Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Carter set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
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