Ernest Krause
Ernest Krause (July 3, 1866 – unknown) was an American coxswain serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Ernest Krause | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 3, 1866 Lübeck, Germany |
| Died | Unknown |
| Allegiance |  |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Rank | Coxswain |
| Unit | USS Nashville (PG-7) |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Born on July 3, 1866, in Lübeck, Germany, Krause was living in New York City when he enlisted in the U.S. Navy.[1] He served in the Spanish–American War aboard the USS Nashville (PG-7) as a coxswain.[2]
On May 11, 1898, Nashville was given the task of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba. During the operation and facing heavy enemy fire, Krause continued to perform his duties throughout this action.[2]
In January 1907, Krause was "discharged less than honorably" while stationed in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.[3] Nothing of his life is documented after his duties in the service, and his death date and location are unknown.[4]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Coxswain, U.S. Navy. Born: 3 July 1866, Germany. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Krause displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.[2]
References
- "Ernest Krause". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved August 30, 2011.
- "Krause, Ernest". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved July 10, 2010.
- http://www.mohhsus.com/Lost-to-History
- https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/63674701/ernest-krause
External links
- "Ernest Krause". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 10, 2010.