Background
Carter was born August 15, 1875 in Manchester, England, and after entering the navy he was sent as a Blacksmith to fight in the Spanish–American War aboard the United States Ship Marblehead.
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Joseph Carter
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He died June 19, 1950 and is buried in Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia. His grave can be found in section 34, lot 2631-2631.
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Born
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Nationality
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Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Blacksmith, U.S. Navy. Born: 15 August 1875, Manchester, England. Accredited: North Dakota. 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, Carter set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Blacksmith, U.S. Navy. Born: 15 August 1875, Manchester, England. Accredited: North Dakota. 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, Carter set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.