John E. Jones (Medal of Honor)

John E. Jones was a Union Navy sailor who served during the American Civil War. Serving as a Quartermaster, he distinguished himself during the critical Union naval victory at the Battle of Mobile Bay on August 5, 1864, while stationed aboard the USS Hartford.

For his exceptional gallantry and devotion to duty under intense enemy fire during the engagement, Quartermaster Jones was awarded the Medal of Honor, the United States military's highest decoration for valor. His actions during the battle contributed to the successful Union operations in the region.