RICHMOND PEARSON HOBSON

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RICHMOND PEARSON HOBSON

Class of 1887

Lieutenant

USS Merrimac

U.S. Navy

June 2, 1898

Santiago Harbor, Cuba

In connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the fortified harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 3 June 1898. Despite persistent fire from the enemy fleet and fortifications on shore, Lt. Hobson distinguished himself by extraordinary courage and carried out this operation at the risk of his own personal safety.

1889 Harrison 1.jpg

RICHMOND PEARSON HOBSON

Class of 1887

Lieutenant

USS Merrimac

U.S. Navy

June 2, 1898

Santiago Harbor, Cuba

In connection with the sinking of the U.S.S. Merrimac at the entrance to the fortified harbor of Santiago de Cuba, 3 June 1898. Despite persistent fire from the enemy fleet and fortifications on shore, Lt. Hobson distinguished himself by extraordinary courage and carried out this operation at the risk of his own personal safety.

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