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William Doolen — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001057th out of 4480

Number of Medals1

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1003310 of 4480

U.S. Navy#79of 703

Surface warfare#33of 182

American Civil War#10of 1091

• Battle of Mobile Bay#1of 69

William Doolen

Coal Heaver, U.S. Navy

American Civil War• Battle of Mobile Bay

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor

Ribbon Rack

Biography

William Doolen was a Union Navy sailor who served during the American Civil War. Serving as a Coal Heaver, Doolen displayed outstanding courage in the line of duty during intense naval operations.

He is best remembered for his heroic actions at the historic Battle of Mobile Bay on August 5, 1864. For his bravery and dedication during this pivotal engagement, he was awarded the nation's highest military decoration.

Doolen's legacy remains preserved through his official recognition, symbolizing the vital contributions made by coal heavers and enlisted sailors to the Union victory during the Civil War.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts