Ship's Crew
John Raney
Rank(s): Able Seaman
Dates of Service: 7/6/1812 - 4/1/1813
Early Life
Raney’s place and date of birth are unknown.
Raney enlisted in the navy on July 6, 1812. He joined Constitution ’s crew as an able seaman on July 10, 1812. He left the ship in April 1813.
Battles and Engagements
Raney participated in victories over HMS Guerriere on August 19, 1812 and HMS Java on December 29, 1812, receiving $42.62 ½ and $42.30 in prize money for the victories. During the second battle, he manned the train tackle of gun no. 2 on the gun deck.
Raney’s place and date of death are unknown.
Crew ID
11554