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Adam McCullock

b. 1834

United States Navy sailor and Medal of Honor recipient

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About Adam McCullock

Born 1834. Adam McCullock was an American.

Adam McCullock (born 1834) was a Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War and a recipient of the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions at the Battle of Mobile Bay.

Born in 1834 in Maine, McCullock was living in Augusta when he joined the Navy. He served during the Civil War as a seaman on the . At the Battle of Mobile Bay on August 5, 1864, Lackawanna engaged the at close range and McCullock was wounded in the leg by flying debris. He refused an order to go below decks and instead remained at his post throughout the battle. For this action, he was awarded the Medal of Honor four months later, on December 31, 1864.

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Important facts

Born
1834, Maine
Birth century
Nationality
Awards
Medal of Honor

Frequently asked questions

Who was Adam McCullock?

United States Navy sailor and Medal of Honor recipient

When was Adam McCullock born?

Adam McCullock was born in 1834 in Maine.

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Adam McCullock was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Adam McCullock

· Wikidata: Q4679464

· DBpedia: Adam McCullock

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