Nick Erickson
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Nicholas Erickson (July 18, 1870 – June 21, 1931) was a Coxswain serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.[1]
Nickname"Nick"
BornJuly 18, 1870
DiedJune 21, 1931 (aged 60)
New York City, New York, U.S.
Place of burial
Woodlawn Cemetery Bronx, New York, United States
Nicholas Erickson | |
|---|---|
| Nickname | "Nick" |
| Born | July 18, 1870 |
| Died | June 21, 1931 (aged 60) New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Place of burial | Woodlawn Cemetery Bronx, New York, United States |
| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Coxswain |
| Unit | U.S.S. Marblehead |
| Conflicts | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Coxswain, U.S. Navy. Born: 18 July 1870, Finland. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Erickson set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.[2]
