War with Spain – Medal of Honor Recipients
(Source: Center of Military History, United States Army. Citations taken
from the U.S. Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs Report, Medal of Honor Recipients: 1863-1978)
Submitted by Linda Rodriguez
JOHANSON, JOHN P.
Rank and organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: 22 January 1865, Sweden. Accredited to: Maryland. G.O. No.: 529,
21 November 1899. Citation: On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from
Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Johanson set an example of extraordinary bravery
and coolness throughout this action.
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