Photo #: NH 79916
First-Class Fireman Joseph E. Vantine, USN
Halftone reproduction of a photograph, published in "Deeds
of Valor", Volume II, page 44, by the Perrien-Keydel Company,
Detroit, 1907.
Joseph E. Vantine was awarded the Medal of Honor for his courageous
action hauling hot fires in the fireroom of USS Richmond
after it was hit by a 6-inch shot during the attack on Port Hudson
on 14 March 1863.
US Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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