Frederick Franklin
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Frederick Franklin (1840 – May 10, 1873) was a
1871 Korean Campaign
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Biography
Frederick H. Franklin was born in 1840 in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
He, along with
Ordinary Seaman Samuel F. Rogers and fellow Quartermaster William Troy in the attempt to save the life of Lieutenant Hugh McKee
, who was mortally wounded in the action. Lieutenant McKee was not eligible for the medal as an officer.
He is buried in Proprietors' Cemetery, Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Quartermaster, U.S. Navy. Born: 1840, Portsmouth, N.H. Accredited to: New Hampshire. G.O. No.: 169, February 8, 1872.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Colorado during the attack and capture of the Korean forts on 11 June 1871. Assuming command of Company D, after Lt. McKee was wounded, Franklin handled the company with great credit until relieved.
See also
References
- "Medal of Honor recipients". Medal of Honor citations. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved July 1, 2010.
- "Home of Heroes". Retrieved September 29, 2010.
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