David Warren-Hampton, VA
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Don.Morfe
N 37° 01.266 W 076° 19.632
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Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient for action on board the USS Monticello during the water defenses of Wilmington, NC on June 23-25, 1864. He is buried in Hampton National Cemetery, Hampton, VA in Phoebus Section C, Site 7972.
Waymark Code: WM10WVV
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 07/03/2019
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He was born in 1836 in Glasgow, Scotland and died on August 2, 1900 in Hampton, VA. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: WARREN, DAVID
• Rank and organization: Coxswain, U.S. Navy
• Accredited to: New York
• G.O. No.: 45, 31 December 1864
Citation: Served as coxswain on board the U.S.S. Monticello during the reconnaissance of the harbor and water defenses of Wilmington, N.C., 23 to 25 June 1864. Taking part in a reconnaissance of enemy defenses which lasted 2 days and nights, Warren courageously carried out his duties during this action which resulted in the capture of a mail carrier and mail, the cutting of a telegraph wire, and the capture of a large group of prisoners. Although in immediate danger from the enemy, Warren showed gallantry and coolness throughout this action which resulted in the gaining of much vital information of the rebel defenses.
Armed Service: Navy
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