U.S. Navy
Haley, JamesConflictCivil War
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandUSS Kearsarge
Citation
Served as captain of the forecastle on board the USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as captain of a gun during the bitter engagement, Haley exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly commended by his division officer for his gallantry and meritorious achievement under enemy fire.
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