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John Andrews (Medal of Honor)

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John Andrews
Medal of Honor recipient
Born1821
York County, Pennsylvania
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Navy
RankOrdinary Seaman
UnitUSS Benicia
AwardsMedal of Honor

John Andrews (born 1821) was a United States Navy Ordinary Seaman received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Korean Expedition.

Medal of Honor citation

Ordinary Seaman Andrews' official Medal of Honor citation reads:

On board the USS Benicia in action against Korean forts on 9 and 10 June 1871. Stationed at the lead in passing the forts, Andrews stood on the gunwale on the Benicia's launch, lashed to the ridgerope. He remained unflinchingly in this dangerous position and gave his soundings with coolness and accuracy under a heavy fire.

See also

  • "Medal of Honor recipients". Medal of Honor citations. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved July 1, 2010.
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