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Harrington was born in Ireland, and emigrated to the United States, registering for the Navy in Massachusetts.
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Daniel Harrington
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Several of his comrades were killed or wounded and Harrington helped the casualties. lieutenant is not known when Harrington died or where he is buried.
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United States
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Medal of Honor citation Harrington, a landsman from the U.S.S. Pocahontas, participated in a shore mission to procure meat for the ship's crew. While returning to the beach, the party was fired on from ambush and several men killed or wounded. Cool and courageous throughout his action, Harrington rendered gallant service against the enemy and in administering to the casualties.Medal of Honor citation Harrington, a landsman from the U.S.S. Pocahontas, participated in a shore mission to procure meat for the ship's crew. While returning to the beach, the party was fired on from ambush and several men killed or wounded. Cool and courageous throughout his action, Harrington rendered gallant service against the enemy and in administering to the casualties.