NH 47930 Lieutenant John McCloy, USN
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Medal of Honor citation of Chief Boatswain John McCloy, USN (as printed in the official publication "Medal of Honor, 1861-1949, The Navy", page 86):
"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, Chief Boatswain McCloy distinguished himself by meritorious conduct"
Medal of Honor citation of Chief Boatswain John McCloy, USN (as printed in the official publication "Medal of Honor, 1861-1949, The Navy", page 100):
"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."
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