Thomas Hoban
For the Irish professional footballer, see Tommy Hoban.
| Thomas Hoban | |
|---|---|
| Born |
September 11, 1872 New York City, New York |
| Allegiance |
 United States |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Coxswain |
| Unit | U.S.S. Nashville |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Thomas Hoban (born September 11, 1872) was a coxswain serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Biography
Hoban was born September 11, 1872 in New York City, New York and after entering the navy was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War aboard the U.S.S. Nashville as a coxswain.[1]
On May 11, 1898 the Nashville was given the task of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba. During the operation and facing heavy enemy fire, Hoban continued to perform his duties throughout this action.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Coxswain, U.S. Navy. Born: 11 September 1872, New York, N.Y.. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Hoban displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.[1]
See also
References
- 1 2 3 "Hoban, Thomas". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved July 7, 2010.
External links
- "Thomas Hoban". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 7, 2010.
- "Spanish American War Centennial website". The Cutting of the Cables at Cienfuegos. 2008. Retrieved July 7, 2010.
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