The President of the United States
in the name of
The Congress
takes pleasure in presenting the

Medal of Honor

to

 

QUICK, JOHN HENRY

Rank and Organization: Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 20 June 1870, Charleston, W. Va. Accredited To: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 504 13 December 1898. Other Navy Award: Navy Cross.

Citation:

In action during the battle of Cuzco, Cuba, 14 June 1898. Distinguishing himself during this action, Quick signaled the U.S.S. Dolphin on 3 different occasions while exposed to a heavy fire from the enemy.