b. 22/07/1877 Reelsboro, South Carolina. d. 06/12/1948 Richmond, Virginia.
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 11/05/1898 Cienfuegos, Cuba.
David D Barrow MOH
Spanish-American War Medal of Honor Recipient. He served in the United States Navy during the War with Spain as a Coxswain on board the “USS Nashville”. He was awarded the CMOH for his bravery during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, on May 11, 1898. His citation reads “Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Barrow set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.” His Medal was awarded to him on July 7, 1899.
MOH CITATION:
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the cutting of the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Barrow set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
BURIAL LOCATION: EVERGREEN MEMORIAL PARK, PORTSMOUTH, VIRGINIA.
SECTION F, LOT 242
LOCATION OF MEDAL: FAMILY.
