Robert Teleford Clifford (c. 1835 to July 24, 1873) was a Master-at-Arms in the United States Navy who fought in the American Civil War. Clifford received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action aboard the USS Shokokon at New Topsail Inlet near Wilmington, North Carolina on 22 August 1863. He was honored with the award on 31 December 1864.[1][2]
Robert T. Clifford | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1835 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Died | July 24, 1873 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Navy |
| Rank | Master-at-Arms |
| Unit |  |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
editClifford was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1835. He enlisted into the navy and served aboard the USS Shokokon. He died on 24 July 1873.
Medal of Honor citation
editServed on board the U.S.S. Shokokon at New Topsail Inlet off Wilmington, North Carolina, 22 August 1863.[1][2]
See also
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References
edit- ^ a b "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 27 October 2013.
- ^ a b "Robert T. Clifford". Retrieved 27 October 2013.
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