Henry A. Clemson

Henry A. Clemson

Henry A. Clemson (1820 – 8 December 1846) was an officer in the United States Navy in the early 1800s.

Born in New Jersey, Clemson was appointed a midshipman in 1836. He served in "St. Mary's" and "Somers" during the Mexican-American War.

Passed Midshipman Clemson was drowned 8 December 1846 when "Somers" capsized off Vera Cruz.

USS "Clemson" (DD-186) was named for him.

A memorial was erected at the United States Naval Academy to him and three other midshipmen who died at Vera Cruz.


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