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Headstone of John Davis
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John Davis

1877 – 1970
Medal of Honor - Navy
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John Davis served the U.S. Navy. John was 92 years old.

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Headstone Front of John Davis. Arlington National Cemetery.
Headstone Front of John Davis. Arlington National Cemetery.
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Headstone Back of John Davis. Arlington National Cemetery.
Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor
11 May 1898 · On board U.S.S. Marblehead at Cienfuegos, Cuba · Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy.

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, Davis set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.

521, 7 July 1899.
Awards & Decorations 1

For valor

Medal of Honor - Navy May 11, 1898 · On board U.S.S. Marblehead at Cienfuegos, Cuba · Gunner's Mate Third Class, U.S. Navy. 521, 7 July 1899.
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, Davis set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.
Burial Information
Cemetery Arlington National Cemetery
Section 11
Grave 639-SS
In Our Keeping
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Medal of Honor - Navy

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