STOUT, RICHARD
Rank and Organization: Landsman, U.S. Navy. Born: 1836, New York. Accredited
To: New York. G.O. No.: 32, 16 April 1864.
Citation:
Serving on board the U.S.S. Isaac Smith, Stono River, 30 January 1863. While
reconnoitering on the Stono River on this date the U.S.S. Isaac Smith became trapped in a
rebel ambush. Fired on from two sides, she fought her guns until disabled. Suffering heavy
casualties and at the mercy of the enemy who was delivering a raking fire from every side,
she struck her colors out of regard for the wounded aboard, and all aboard were taken
prisoners. Carrying out his duties bravely through this action, Stout was severely wounded
and lost his right arm while returning the rebel fire.
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