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John Flannagan (Medal of Honor) — Victoria Cross

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Service Profile

Branch: U.S. Navy
Rank: Boatswain's Mate
Medals Recorded: 1

John Flannagan (Medal of Honor)

Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy

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Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor 1862–1912 Navy

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Biography

He saved a fellow sailor from drowning off Le Havre, France.

John Flannagan was a boatswain’s mate serving aboard USS Supply. Off Le Havre, France, on October 26, 1878, he rescued Seaman David Walsh from drowning. His lifesaving action earned the Medal of Honor.

Born in Ireland in 1852, Flannagan was accredited to New York. His award recognizes gallant conduct during peacetime naval service.

Medal of Honor citation

Serving on board the U.S.S. Supply, Flannagan rescued from drowning David Walsh, seaman, off Le Havre, France, 26 October 1878.

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