U.S. Navy
Perry, ThomasConflictCivil War
Year of Action1864
Unit/CommandUSS Kearsarge
HometownNew York
Citation
Served as boatswain’s mate on board the USS Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as captain of the No. 2 gun during this bitter engagement, Perry exhibited marked coolness and good conduct under the enemy fire and was recommended for gallantry by his divisional officer.
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