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Ship's Crew

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Benjamin Norcross

Rank(s): Marine Private

Dates of Service: 7/2/1810 - 7/12/1828

Birth Date: 1778

Early Life

Benjamin Norcross was born in 1778. His place of birth is unknown.

Norcross enlisted on July 2, 1810 at Philadelphia. His rank was private. He was promoted to corporal on April 4, 1811. Norcross transferred to USS Syren on July 3, 1813. He returned to USS Constitution on April 10, 1821 at Boston, Massachusetts. His rank was sergeant. Norcross transferred from USS Constitution on July 12, 1828 at Boston, Massachusetts. His rank was private.

Battles and Engagements

Norcross was on board for the battle with HMS Cyane and HMS Levant .

Norcross’s date and place of death are unknown.


Crew ID

10048