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| James F. Merton | |
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Medal of Honor recipient
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| Born | 1843 Cheshire, England |
| Died | Unknown |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/branch |  United States Navy |
| Rank | Landsman |
| Unit | USS Colorado |
| Battles/wars | Ganghwa Island Korean Expedition |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
James F. Merton (born 1843) was a United States Navy sailor. He received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition in 1871. Landsman Merton was severely wounded during the seizure of the forts.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Landsman, U.S. Navy. Birth: England. G.O. No.: 180, October 10, 1872.
Citation:
Landsman and member of Company D during the capture of the Korean forts, 9 and 10 June 1871, Merton was severely wounded in the arm while trying to force his way into the fort.
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