Background
Kramer was born January 20, 1865 in Germany and after entering the navy was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War aboard the United States.S. Marblehead as a seaman.
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Franz Kramer
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Career
On May 11, 1898 the Marblehead was given the task of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba. During the operation and facing heavy enemy fire, Kramer continued to perform his duties throughout this action. He died on April 18, 1924 in New York City and is buried in Calvary Cemetery, Woodside, New New York
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Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born. January 20, 1865, Germany. G.O. No.: 521, July 7, 1899. Citation: On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Kramer set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born. January 20, 1865, Germany. G.O. No.: 521, July 7, 1899. Citation: On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, May 11, 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Kramer set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.