U.S. Navy
Wagg, MauriceConflictCivil War
RankMaster's Mate
Year of Action1862
Unit/CommandUSS Rhode Island
Citation
Served on board the USS Rhode Island, which was engaged in saving the lives of the officers and crew of the Monitor off Hatteras, 31 December 1862. Participating in the hazardous task of rescuing the officers and crew of the sinking Monitor, Wagg distinguished himself by meritorious conduct during this operation.
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