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U.S. Civil War - U.S. Navy

George Pyne

Details
  • Rank: Seaman
  • Conflict/Era: U.S. Civil War
  • Unit/Command:
    U.S.S. Magnolia
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: March 6, 1865
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: St. Marks, Florida, USA
Citation
As seaman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia, St. Marks, Fla., 5 and 6 March 1865. Serving with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement, Pyne, although wounded, made remarkable efforts in assisting transport of the gun, and his coolness and determination in courageously standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged.
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: New York, New York
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Born: 1841, England
  • Died:
  • Location of Medal: Naval Historical Center, Washington Navy Yard, Washington, DC
 

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