Richard Hamilton (Medal of Honor)

Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy

American Civil War

Awards & Decorations

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Biography

Richard Hamilton, a Union Navy Coal Heaver, received the Medal of Honor for bravery for his participation in the sinking of the CSS Albemarle during the American Civil War.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts