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Samuel W. Davis — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score100955th out of 4539

Number of Medals1

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1002618 of 4539

U.S. Navy#80of 707

Surface warfare#30of 195

American Civil War#8of 1095

• Battle of Mobile Bay#1of 68

Samuel W. Davis

Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy

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American Civil War• Battle of Mobile Bay

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor

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Biography

Samuel Walker Davis was an Ordinary Seaman in the Union Navy during the American Civil War. He served with distinction on board the USS Brooklyn during the Battle of Mobile Bay on August 5, 1864.

During the fierce engagement, Davis performed his duties with courage and determination. Despite heavy fire from Confederate forces, he remained at his post and contributed significantly to the Union victory.

For his gallantry under fire, Davis was awarded the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration of the United States. His actions on that day exemplified the dedication and bravery of the Union Navy's enlisted sailors.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

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Heroic Score100 pts