John Lawson

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Matthew Madhosingh

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John Lawson

John Lawson was born in Philidelphia in the year 1837 and also died in Philidelphia on the year of 1919. He served in the Navy Branch of the Union.

Battle Of Mobile Bay

Lawson during the battle of the mobile bay was stationed above with six men while the waves were crashing against both of the forces during the big battle. When a shell came on the ship it killed all of the six men except Douglas where he was severely wounded in his leg.

Battle Of Mobile Bay

Lawson was thrown overboard into the ocean and was violently continuously battered against the ship. After he recovered he was able to climb back into the ship and fought heroically until the end.

Facts about Lawson's Life

His rank was a Landsman
He served from 1863-1865
He was awarded the Navy Medal Of Honor
His commander was Rear Admiral David Farragut
The Battle Of Mobile Bay happened on August 5, 1864 – August 23, 1864
The Battle Of Mobile Bay happened in Alabama

Facts about Lawsons life

Lawson was aboard the U.S.S. Hartford during the Battle of Mobile Bay
He was in the attacks of Fort Morgan
John Lawson was actually free and not a slave
During the Battle Of Mobile Bay. Commander Farragut commander of John Lawson captured the Tennessee
He was buried at Mount Peace(the exact location is unknown)

John Lawson

John Lawson was born in Philidelphia in the year 1837 and also died in Philidelphia on the year of 1919. He served in the Navy Branch of the Union.

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