John Andrews (Medal of Honor)

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John Andrews
Born 1821
John Andrews, Medal of Honor recipient
Place of birth	York County, Pennsylvania
Allegiance	United States of America
Service/branch	United States Navy
Rank	Ordinary Seaman
Unit	USS Benicia
Awards	Medal of Honor

John Andrews (born 1821) was a United States Navy Ordinary Seaman awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Korean Expedition.

[edit] Medal of Honor citation

Ordinary Seaman Andrews' official Medal of Honor citation reads:

On board the USS Benicia in action against Korean forts on 9 and 10 June 1871. Stationed at the lead in passing the forts, Andrews stood on the gunwale on the Benicia's launch, lashed to the ridgerope. He remained unflinchingly in this dangerous position and gave his soundings with coolness and accuracy under a heavy fire.