Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
Interim 1871 - 1899 - U.S. Navy
Thomas Cavanaugh
Details
- Rank: Fireman First Class
- Conflict/Era: Interim 1871 - 1899
- Unit/Command:
U.S.S. Potomac - Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- Medal of Honor Action Date: November 14, 1898
- Medal of Honor Action Place: at sea between Cat Island and Nassau
Citation
On board the U.S.S. Potomac during the passage of that vessel from Cat Island to Nassau, 14 November 1898. Volunteering to enter the fireroom, which was filled with steam, Cavanaugh, after repeated attempts, succeeded in reaching the auxiliary valve and opening it, thereby relieving the vessel from further danger.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: New York
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: May 10, 1869, Ireland
- Died: