U.S. Navy
Lee, James H.ConflictCivil War
RankCaptain of the Top
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandUSS Kearsarge
HometownNew York
Citation
Served as seaman on board the USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as sponger of the No. 1 gun during this bitter engagement, Lee exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by the divisional officer.
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