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On March 2, 1864, the U.S.S. Fort Hindman engaged rebel forces near Harrisonburg, Louisiana. Following a shellburst at one of the guns which started a fire at the cartridge tie, Ordinary Seaman James Duncan immediately seized the burning cartridge, took it from the gun and threw it overboard, despite the immediate danger to himself. Carrying out his duties through the entire engagement, Ordinary Seaman Duncan served courageously during this action in which the Fort Hindman was raked severely with shot and shell from the enemy guns. Two of his crewmates, Landsman William Johnston and Ordinary Seaman Hugh Molloy also earned Medals of Honor in this action. |
| Photo Contributed by: Don Strube Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War |
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