U.S. Marine Corps
Sullivan, EdwardRankCorporal
Year of Action1898
Unit/CommandUSS Marblehead (C-11)
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, Sullivan displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
Explore Fellow Recipients
See the recipients that share the same branch of service or conflict as Edward Sullivan
Bearss, Hiram IddingsU.S. Marine CorpsConflict: Philippine War
Wilson, Robert LeeU.S. Marine CorpsConflict: World War II
Truesdell, Donald LeroyU.S. Marine CorpsConflict: Nicaraguan Conflict
Day, James LewisU.S. Marine CorpsConflict: World War II
Fitzgerald, JohnU.S. Marine CorpsConflict:
Agerholm, Harold ChristU.S. Marine CorpsConflict: World War II
West, Walter ScottU.S. Marine CorpsConflict:
Kates, Thomas WilburU.S. Marine CorpsConflict:
Williams, Hershel Woodrow "Woody"U.S. Marine CorpsConflict: World War II
Julian, Joseph RodolphU.S. Marine CorpsConflict: World War II
Scott, Joseph FrancisU.S. Marine CorpsConflict:
Meyer, Dakota LouisU.S. Marine CorpsConflict:
The Medal
A Medal Steeped in History
Uncover the inspiring legacy, symbolism, and selection criteria of the Medal of Honor.
EXPLORE THE MEDAL
Exhibits
THE RING OF VALOR
Step into the heart of the Museum and surround yourself with stories of courage and sacrifice.
VIEW EXHIBIT DETAILS
