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U.S. Navy
Oakley, William
Oakley, William
Year of Action1898
Unit/CommandUSS Marblehead (C-11)
HometownColchester
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, Oakley displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this period.

Branch: U.S. NavyYear of Action: 1898

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