JOHANSON, JOHN P.
Rank and Organization: Seaman, U.S. Navy. Born: 22 January 1865, Sweden. Accredited
To: Maryland. G.O. No.: 529, 21 November 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from
Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Johanson set an example
of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.