Photo #: NH 79953
Coxswain Benjamin F. Baker, USN
Halftone reproduction of a photograph, published in "Deeds
of Valor," Volume II, page 362, by the Perrien-Keydel Company,
Detroit, 1907.
Coxwain Baker received the Medal of Honor for "extraordinary
bravery and coolness" during the 11 May 1898 cutting of
the underwater cable at Cienfuegos, Cuba. He was then serving
in USS Nashville (Gunboat # 7).
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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