Joseph E. Carter

Joseph Edward Carter (August 15, 1875 – June 19, 1950) was an American sailor serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.

Biography Carter was born August 15, 1875, in Manchester, England, and after entering the navy he was sent as a Blacksmith to fight in the Spanish–American War aboard the .

He died June 19, 1950, and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia.

Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Blacksmith, U.S. Navy. Born: 15 August 1875, Manchester, England. Accredited: North Dakota. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.

Citation:

On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Carter set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.