James Jonas Madison
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| James Jonas Madison | |
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| May 20, 1884 - December 25, 1922 | |
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| Place of birth | Jersey City, New Jersey |
| Place of death | Brooklyn, New York |
| Allegiance | USN |
| Rank | Commander |
| Commands | USS Ticonderoga |
| Battles/wars | World War I |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Commander James Jonas Madison (20 May 1888 – 25 December 1922) was an officer in the United States Navy and a recipient of the Medal of Honor.
Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Madison was appointed lieutenant in the Naval Reserve on 8 May 1917. As commanding officer of Ticonderoga on 30 September 1918 when she was attacked and sunk by enemy submarines, Commander Madison, in spite of severe wounds which later necessitated the amputation of a leg, continued to direct and maneuver the ship until forced to order her abandoned.
“For exceptionally heroic service in a position of great responsibility...” during this engagement, Commander Madison was awarded the Medal of Honor.
He died in Brooklyn, New York on 25 December 1922.
USS Madison (DD-425) was named for him.
[edit] References
- This article includes text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
- http://www.army.mil/cmh-pg/mohwwi.htm
