The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Boatswain’s Mate Charles Bradley, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving on board the U.S.S. Louisville, at Fort Hindman, Arkansas. Carrying out his duties through the thick of battle and acting as Captain of a 9-inch gun, Boatswain’s Mate Bradley consistently showed attention to duty, bravery, and coolness in action against the enemy.