Benjamin F. Baker

This article is about the American sailor. For the American composer and educator, see Benjamin Franklin Baker (musician). For the American businessman and politician, see B. Frank Baker.
Benjamin F. Baker
Benjamin F. Baker
Born(1862-03-12)March 12, 1862
Dennis, Massachusetts, US
DiedMay 19, 1927(1927-05-19) (aged 65)
Dennis Port, Massachusetts, US
Place of burial
Swan Lake Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Navy
Service years1885–1915
RankChief Master-at-Arms
UnitUSS Nashville
ConflictsSpanish–American War
AwardsMedal of Honor

Benjamin Franklin Baker (March 12, 1862 – May 19, 1927) was a United States Navy sailor and a recipient of America's highest military decoration, the Medal of Honor. He is the only Medal of Honor recipient from Cape Cod.

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