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NH 47958 Lieutenant Commander Edward O. McDonnell, USNR

Photo #: NH 47958 Lieutenant Commander Edward O. McDonnell, USNR
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Description: A World War II period photograph by Blank and Stoller, 37 W.57th Street, New York City, New York. Photograph was taken at about the time he returned to active duty. U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command Photograph.
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Medal of Honor citation of Ensign Edward Orrick McDonnell, USN. (as printed in the official publication "Medal of Honor, 1861-1949, The Navy", page 101):

"For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Posted on the roof of the Terminal Hotel and landing, Ensign McDonnell established a signal station there day and night, maintaining communication between troops and ships. At this exposed post he was continually under fire. One man was killed and three wounded at his side during the 2 days' fighting. He showed extraordinary heroism and striking courage and maintained his station in the highest degree of efficiency. All signals got through, largely due to his heroic devotion to duty."

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