| Birth: | Jun. 12, 1859 | | Death: | Mar. 16, 1929 | 
Spanish-American War Congressional Medal of Honor Recipient. Born in Hanover, Germany, he served in the United States Navy during the War with Spain as a Coxswain on board the "USS Nashville". He was awarded the CMOH for his bravery during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, on May 11, 1898. His citation reads "Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Beyer set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action." His Medal was awarded to him on July 7, 1899. (bio by: Russ Dodge)
Search Amazon for Albert Beyer | | | Burial:
Mount Moriah Cemetery
Philadelphia
Philadelphia County
Pennsylvania, USA
Plot: Naval Asylum Plot |
Maintained by: Find A Grave
Record added: Apr 24, 2001
Find A Grave Memorial# 21883 |
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