Join us for Memorial Day Weekend.View Details
U.S. Navy
Carter, Joseph Edward
Carter, Joseph Edward
Year 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.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1898

Explore Fellow Recipients

See the recipients that share the same branch of service or conflict as Joseph Edward Carter
Elmer Royce Williams
Elmer Royce WilliamsU.S. NavyConflict:
Staton, Adolphus
Staton, AdolphusU.S. NavyConflict:
Neil, John
Neil, JohnU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Irving, John
Irving, JohnU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Schutt, George
Schutt, GeorgeU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Kenyon, Charles W.
Kenyon, Charles W.U.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Brady, George F.
Brady, George F.U.S. NavyConflict:
Young, Horatio Nelson
Young, Horatio NelsonU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Read, George E.
Read, George E.U.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Matthews, Joseph
Matthews, JosephU.S. NavyConflict:
Smith, William
Smith, WilliamU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Osepins, Christian
Osepins, ChristianU.S. NavyConflict:
View all Recipients
The Medal

A Medal Steeped in History

Uncover the inspiring legacy, symbolism, and selection criteria of the Medal of Honor.

EXPLORE THE MEDAL
A Medal Steeped in History
Exhibits

THE RING OF VALOR

Step into the heart of the Museum and surround yourself with stories of courage and sacrifice.

VIEW EXHIBIT DETAILS
THE RING OF VALOR
BUY TICKETSBECOME A MEMBERDONATE TO THE MUSEUM