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Merton, James F.
Merton, James F.
ConflictKorean Expedition
RankCarpenter
Year of Action1871
Unit/CommandShip's Company D, USS Colorado
Citation

Landsman and member of Company D during the capture of the Korean forts, 9 and 10 June 1871, Merton was severely wounded in the arm while trying to force his way into the fort.

Branch: U.S. NavyConflict: Korean ExpeditionYear of Action: 1871

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