The Medal of Liberty, (an honor presented to the family of a person that was killed while in military service) was presented to the Family of Seaman First Class Harry Baram, United States Coast Guard Reserve, who gave his life in the line of Duty on December 17th,1942, when the US Coast Guard Cutter “Natsek” capsized during an ice storm and claimed all 24 souls aboard.
Pictured is Michael Shain, a local resident and great nephew of Harry Baram, who received the Medal representing the entire family .
