Harold I. Johnston

Harold Irving Johnston was a soldier in the United States Army who served during the First World War. He is best remembered for his conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity, which earned him the nation's highest military decoration for valor.

During his military career, Johnston served as an enlisted soldier, reaching the rank of Sergeant in the Army, and later transitioned to the Army Air Corps where he attained the rank of Major. His actions on the battlefield in Europe during World War I cemented his place among America's highly decorated heroes.

Johnston's legacy is defined by his dedication to duty and his extraordinary courage under fire. His service span both ground operations and early military aviation history.