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Service Profile
- Branch
- U.S. Navy
- Rank
- Lieutenant Commander
- Service Era
- Spanish-American War
- Medals Recorded
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Awards & Decorations
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Biography
Displayed heroism under fire at Manzanillo
Frederick Muller was born in Copenhagen, Denmark, on 29 March 1861. He served in the U.S. Navy as a mate aboard USS Wompatuck during the Spanish-American War.
At Manzanillo, Cuba, on 30 June 1898, Muller displayed heroism and gallantry while serving under enemy fire. His Medal of Honor citation recognized his conduct during that action.
He received the medal in 1901, with his award accredited to Massachusetts. Muller later reached the rank of lieutenant commander.
He died on 9 June 1946 and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. His citation preserves his recognition for courage aboard Wompatuck during the Cuban campaign.
Medal of Honor citation
On board the U.S.S. Wompatuck, Manzanillo, Cuba, 30 June 1898. Serving under the fire of the enemy, Muller displayed heroism and gallantry during this period.
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