James F. Merton
United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient
About James F. Merton
Lived 1843 – 1900 (aged 56–57). James F. Merton was a British.
James F. Merton (October 7, 1845 – January 9, 1900) was a United States Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition in 1871. Landsman Merton was severely wounded during the seizure of the forts.
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Landsman, U.S. Navy. Birth: England. G.O. No.: 180, October 10, 1872.
Citation:
Landsman and member of Company D during the capture of the Korean forts, 9 and 10 June 1871, Merton was severely wounded in the arm while trying to force his way into the fort.
Death
Merton died on January 9, 1900, and was buried at Bellefontaine Cemetery in St. Louis.
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Who was James F. Merton?
United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient (1843–1900)
When was James F. Merton born?
James F. Merton was born in 1843 in Cheshire.
When did James F. Merton die?
James F. Merton died on 9 January 1900 in St. Louis.
What nationality was James F. Merton?
James F. Merton was British.
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