John Andrews | |
|---|---|
 Medal of Honor recipient | |
| Born | c. 1821 York County, Pennsylvania |
| Died | Unknown |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service/ |  United States Navy |
| Rank | Ordinary Seaman |
| Unit | USS Benicia |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John Andrews (born c. 1821) was a United States Navy Ordinary Seaman received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Korean Expedition. It is believed that in August 1872, he was discharged at Mare Island at his own request. [1]
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.
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