William Johnson

1855 – 1903

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William Johnson served the U.S. Navy. William was 48 years old.

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U.S. Navy

Medal of Honor

14 November 1879

Serving on board the U.S.S. Adams at the Navy Yard, Mare Island, Calif., 14 November 1879, Johnson rescued Daniel W. Kloppen, a workman, from drowning. K Lettered List of Links

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Medal of Honor - Navy November 14, 1879

Serving on board the U.S.S. Adams at the Navy Yard, Mare Island, Calif., 14 November 1879, Johnson rescued Daniel W. Kloppen, a workman, from drowning. K Lettered List of Links

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