This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jasche Surnames: Bennett Classification: military Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/9636/mb.ashx Message Board Post: BENNETT, JAMES H. Rank and organization: Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy. Born: 11 August 1877, New York, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899. Citation: On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Bennett set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action. Burial location of this recipient is unknown. http://www.history.army.mil/html/moh/warspain.html Home of Heroes http://www.homeofheroes.com/gravesites/alpha_list_a.html **NOT RELATED Posting to help others no additional information available. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.