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Service Profile
- Branch
- U.S. Army
- Rank
- Sergeant
- Service Era
- American Indian Wars
- Medals Recorded
- 2
Awards & Decorations
Ribbon Rack
Biography
He showed gallantry in the fierce battle fought at Big Hole.
John McLennon was born in 1855 at Fort Belknap, Texas. He served in the United States Army as a musician in Company A, 7th U.S. Infantry.
On August 9, 1877, at Big Hole, Montana, he displayed the gallantry recognized by his Medal of Honor. The official citation provides no additional account of his individual actions. His medal was presented on December 2, 1878.
McLennon later attained the rank of sergeant. He died on May 14, 1888, in Rock Springs, Wyoming, and is buried at the city's St. Joseph's Catholic Cemetery. His Medal of Honor commemorates his conduct during the Big Hole fighting.
Official Medal of Honor citation:
Gallantry in action.
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