Peter Johnson (Medal of Honor)
Peter Johnson (1857–1943)[1] was a fireman first class serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Peter Johnson | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 29, 1857 Sumerland, England |
| Died | June 21, 1943 (aged 85) [1] Bexar County, Texas |
| Place of burial | San Antonio, Texas |
| Allegiance |  |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Rank | Fireman First Class |
| Unit | U.S.S. Vixen |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Johnson was born December 29, 1857 in Sumerland, England.[2] He married Anna Louise NN from England (1888–1958).[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 29 December 1857, Sumerland, England. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 167, 27 August 1904.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Vixen on the night of 28 May 1898. Following the explosion of the lower front manhole gasket of boiler A of the vessel, Johnson displayed great coolness and self-possession in entering the fireroom.[3]
References
- Peter Johnson at Find a Grave
- "Peter Johnson". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 5, 2010.
- "JOHNSON, PETER". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved July 5, 2010.
External links
- "Peter Johnson". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 5, 2010.
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