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| Richard Dunphy |
| Richard Downey Dunphy (1841-1904) was a native of Kilkenny, Ireland. He was a coal heaver aboard the USS Hartford at the Battle of Mobile Bay on 5 August 1864. Both of his arms were amputated as a result of gunshot wounds suffered during the battle. He was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his courage. After the Civil War he worked at Mare Island Navy Yard. Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons. |
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What We Do
- Record & preserve family histories
- Provide instruction for conducting genealogical research.
- Assist members and the public with research questions.
- Conduct drop-in library hours and other times by appointment.
- Participate in community events to inform and assist the public.
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