Died February 24, 1896 Battles/wars Korean Expedition | Name Patrick Grace Role Sailor | |
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Battles and wars United States expedition to Korea Similar People Robert G Robinson, Fred W Stockham, Osmond Ingram | ||
Patrick Henry Grace (1832 – February 24, 1896) was a United States Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition of 1871.
A native of Ireland whose name originally was Henry Patrick Grace, Grace was cited for "gallant and meritorious conduct".
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Chief Quartermaster, U.S. Navy. Born: 1835. Ireland. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No. 177, December 4, 1915.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Benicia during the attack on the Korean forts, 10 and 11 June 1871. Carrying out his duties with coolness, Grace set forth gallant and meritorious conduct throughout this action.
References
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