Michael Aheam
- Mar 24
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Also Known As: Ahearn, Michael
Rank: Paymaster's Steward
Conflict/Era: U.S. Civil War
Unit/Command: U.S.S. Kearsarge
Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor Action Date: June 19, 1864
Medal of Honor Action Place: off Cherbourg, France
Serving on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Carrying out his duties courageously, PmS. Aheam exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended by his divisional officer for gallantry under enemy fire.
Awarded Posthumously: No
Born: Ireland
Died:
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