The President of the United
States
in the name of
The Congress
takes pleasure in presenting the
Medal of Honor
to
HUGHES, JOHN ARTHUR
Rank and organization: Captain, U.S.
Marine Corps. Born: 2 November 1880, New York, N.Y. Accredited to: New
York. G.O. No.: 177, 4 December 1915. Other Navy award: Navy Cross.
Citation:
For distinguished conduct in battle,
engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Capt. Hughes was in both days' fighting at
the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men
with skill and courage.
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