Harry Herbert Miller-Tres De Rios, Costa Rica
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Don.Morfe
N 09° 54.493 W 083° 59.449
17P E 171986 N 1096739
Spanish American War Medal of Honor Recipient for action on board the USS Nashville in Cienfuegos, Cuba on May 11, 1898. He is buried in Central Cemetery, Tres De Rois, Costa Rico.
Waymark Code: WM11762
Location: Costa Rica
Date Posted: 08/29/2019
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He was born on May 4, 1879 in Noel Shore, Nova Scotia and died on March 12, 1968 in Costa Rico. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: MILLER, HARRY HERBERT
Rank: Seaman
Organization: U.S. Navy
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Born: 4 May 1879, Noel Shore, Hants County, Nova Scotia
Departed: Yes
Entered Service At: Massachusetts
G.O. Number: 521
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Accredited To:
Place / Date: On board the U.S.S. Nashville, Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898
Citation
On board the U.S.S. Nashville, during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Miller displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
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Armed Service: Navy
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