Johan J. Johansson
Johan J. Johansson (May 12, 1870 – December 4, 1948) was an ordinary seaman serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Johan Johansson | |
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| Born | May 12, 1870 Sweden |
| Died | December 4, 1948 (aged 78) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Rank | Boatswain's Mate Second Class |
| Unit | U.S.S. Nashville |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Johansson was born May 12, 1870 in Sweden and after entering the United States Navy was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War aboard the gunboat U.S.S. Nashville as an ordinary seaman.[1]
On May 11, 1898 the Nashville was given the task of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba. During the operation and facing heavy enemy fire, he continued to perform his duties throughout this action.[1]
He died December 4, 1948 and was buried at Arlington National Cemetery.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Ordinary Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: 12 May 1870, Sweden. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Johansson set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.[1]
References
- "Johansson, Johan J." Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. Retrieved July 10, 2010.
- "Burial Detail: Johansson, Johan J. (Section 13, Grave 720)". ANC Explorer. Arlington National Cemetery. (Official website).
External links
- "Johan J. Johansson". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 10, 2010.
- Johan J. Johansson at Find a Grave
- "Johan J. Johansson". at ArlingtonCemetery•net. (Unofficial website).