William Levery
William Levery (June 3, 1879 - June 17, 1920) was an apprentice first class serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
William Levery | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 3, 1879 Pennsylvania |
| Died | June 17, 1920 (aged 41) |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Rank | Apprentice First Class |
| Unit | U.S.S. Marblehead |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Levery was born June 3, 1879 in Pennsylvania and after entering the navy was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War aboard the torpedo boat U.S.S. Marblehead as an apprentice first class.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Apprentice First Class, U.S. Navy. Born. 3 June 1879, Pennsylvania. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. 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, Levery displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.[1]
References
- "Levery, William". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved July 11, 2010.
External links
- "William Levery". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 11, 2010.