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George Charrette
George Charrette (June 6, 1867 – February 7, 1938) was an enlisted man and later officer in the United States Navy who received the Medal of Honor for his heroism during the Spanish–American War.
Biography.
Charrette was born in Lowell, Massachusetts on June 6, 1867. He enlisted in the United States Navy September 24, 1884. As a Gunner's Mate third class, on June 2, 1898, he volunteered with seven others to sink under heavy Spanish fire across the
USS Charrette
USS "Charrette" (DD-581) was a of the United States Navy, named for Lieutenant George Charrette (1867–1938), who was awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism during the Spanish–American War. Entering service during World War II, she spent her career in the Pacific theatre. Placed in reserve following the war, "Charette" was transferred to the Kingdom of Greece in 1959 and renamed "Velos" (D16). "Velos" remained in service until 1991 and was then turned into