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Spanish-American War - U.S. Army

John Francis Deswan

Details
  • Rank: Private
  • Conflict/Era: Spanish-American War
  • Unit/Command:
    Company H,
    21st U.S. Infantry
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Army
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: July 1, 1898
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: Santiago, Cuba
Citation
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire from the enemy.
Medal of Honor Recipient John F. Deswan
Medal of Honor Recipient John F. Deswan
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Presentation Date & Details: June 22, 1899
  • Born: January 13, 1876, Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, PA, United States
  • Died: December 1, 1956
  • Buried: Golden Gate National Cemetery (MH) (R-195-A), San Bruno, CA, United States
 

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