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

Henry Dow

Details
  • Rank: Boatswain's Mate
  • Conflict/Era: U.S. Civil War
  • Unit/Command:
    U.S.S. Cincinnati
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: May 27, 1863
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: Vicksburg, Mississippi, USA
Citation
Served on board the U.S.S. Cincinnati during the attack on the Vicksburg batteries and at the time of her sinking, 27 May 1863. Engaging the enemy in a fierce battle, the Cincinnati, amidst an incessant fire of shot and shell, continued to fire her guns to the last, though so penetrated by enemy shellfire that her fate was sealed. Serving courageously throughout this action, Dow carried out his duties to the end on this proud ship that went down with "her colors nailed to the mast."
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: Illinois
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Born: 1840, Scotland
  • Died:
 

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