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Clarence
Nelson
Hinkamp

Clarence Hinkamp graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy at Annapolis, Class of 1907. He retired as a U.S. Navy Captain.

Awards Received

  • Navy Cross

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Commander

    Division:

    Mine Sweepers

    Action Date:

    World War I

    The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Navy Cross to Commander Clarence Nelson Hinkamp, United States Navy, for distinguished service in the line of his profession as Division Commander of mine sweepers engaged in efficient and hazardous operations in the approaches to St. Nazaire, during World War I.