John Henry Dorman
Medal of Honor recipient
About John Henry Dorman
Lived 1843 – 1921 (aged 77). John Henry Dorman was an American.
Seaman John Henry Dorman (September 18, 1843 to May 29, 1921) was an American sailor who fought in the American Civil War. Dorman received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action aboard the during the Battle of Fort Henry on 6 February 1862 and during the Siege of Vicksburg on 22 May 1863. He was honored with the award on 18 April 1864.
Biography Dorman was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on 18 September 1843. He enlisted into the United States Navy. He died on 29 May 1921 and his remains are interred at the Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Who was John Henry Dorman?
Medal of Honor recipient (1843-1921)
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John Henry Dorman was born on 18 September 1843 in Cincinnati.
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John Henry Dorman died on 29 May 1921 in Cincinnati.
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John Henry Dorman was American.
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