Hugh P. Mullin

Hugh Patrick Mullin (March 20, 1878 – June 9, 1948) was a Seaman in the United States Navy and a Medal of Honor recipient.

Hugh P. Mullin
Mullin's grave marker at Golden Gate National Cemetery
Birth nameHugh Patrick Mullin
Born(1878-03-20)March 20, 1878
Richmond, Illinois, U.S.
DiedJune 9, 1948(1948-06-09) (aged 70)
Place of burial
AllegianceUnited States
Service/branchUnited States Navy
RankSeaman
UnitUSS Texas
Battles/warsPhilippine–American War
AwardsMedal of Honor

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: March 20, 1878, Richmond, Ill. Accredited to: Illinois. G.O. No.: 537, January 8, 1900.

Citation:

On board the U.S.S. Texas during the coaling of that vessel at Hampton Roads, Va., 11 November 1899. Jumping overboard while wearing a pair of heavy rubber boots and at great risk to himself, Mullin rescued Alfred Kosminski, apprentice, second class, who fell overboard, by supporting him until he was safely hauled from the water.

Career

Mullin served in the Philippines and rose to the rank of Chief Master at Arms.

He died in Fresno, California.

See also

References

  • "'MULLIN, HUGH P.' entry". Medal of Honor recipients: Philippine–American War. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Retrieved April 9, 2008.


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