United States of America
U.S. Navy · United States 
John McCloy
1876 – 1945
2John McCloy served the U.S. Navy. John was 69 years old.
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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
20 June 1900 · Coxswain, U.S. Navy.
In action with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Coxswain McCloy distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
55, 19 July 1901.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
55, 19 July 1901.
In action with the relief expedition of the Allied forces in China, 13, 20, 21, and 22 June 1900. During this period and in the presence of the enemy, Coxswain McCloy distinguished himself by meritorious conduct.
Medal of Honor - Navy
177, 4 December 1915. Other Navy awards: Second Medal of Honor, Navy Cross.
For heroism in leading 3 picket launches along Vera Cruz sea front, drawing Mexican fire and enabling cruisers to save our men on shore, 22 April 1914. Though wounded, he gallantly remained at his post.
Burial Information
Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery
Section
8
Grave
5246
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