Hugh P. Mullin Explained

Hugh P. Mullin
Birth Name:Hugh Patrick Mullin
Birth Date:20 March 1878
Birth Place:Richmond, Illinois, U.S.
Placeofburial:Golden Gate National Cemetery
Placeofburial Label:Place of burial
Allegiance:United States
Branch:United States Navy
Rank:Seaman
Unit:USS Texas
Battles:Philippine–American War
Awards:Medal of Honor

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

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.

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