Closed Today (1/27) Due to Weather. We reopen Wednesday (1/28) with a warm welcome and special one-day offers.View Hours.
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

Explore Fellow Recipients

See the recipients that share the same branch of service or conflict as William Oakley
Johnsen, Hans
Johnsen, HansU.S. NavyConflict:
Robinson, Thomas
Robinson, ThomasU.S. NavyConflict:
Davis, George Fleming
Davis, George FlemingU.S. NavyConflict: World War II
Troy, Jeremiah
Troy, JeremiahU.S. NavyConflict:
Sullivan, John
Sullivan, JohnU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Hamilton, Richard
Hamilton, RichardU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
McCampbell, David
McCampbell, DavidU.S. NavyConflict: World War II
Freeman, Martin
Freeman, MartinU.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Harrison, George H.
Harrison, George H.U.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
O'Neal, John
O'Neal, JohnU.S. NavyConflict:
Atkinson, Thomas E.
Atkinson, Thomas E.U.S. NavyConflict: Civil War
Corey, William
Corey, WilliamU.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