Albert Beyer

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Albert Beyer
June 13, 1859(1859-06-13)October 29, 1929 (aged 70)
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Albert Beyer, Medal of Honor recipient
Place of birth Hannover, Germany
Place of death Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Allegiance Flag of the United States United States of America
Service/branch United States Navy
Years of service 1898-??
Rank Coxswain
Unit U.S.S. Nashville
Battles/wars Battle of Cienfuegos, Spanish-American War
Awards Medal of Honor

Albert Beyer (June 13, 1859October 29, 1929) was a United States Navy Coxswain awarded the Medal of Honor for actions during the Battle of Cienfuegos during the Spanish-American War. He was one of 52 sailors and Marines awarded the Medal for actions during that battle.

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Rank and Organization: Coxswain, United States Navy. Born: 13 June 1859, Hanover, Germany. Entered Service At: Boston, Mass. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.

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

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