John S. Lann
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| John S. Lann | |
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| Born 1842 | |
 John S. Lann, Medal of Honor recipient |
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| Place of birth | Rochester, New York |
| Allegiance | Union |
| Service/branch | Union Navy |
| Rank | Landsman |
| Unit | U.S.S. Magnolia |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John S. Lann was a Landsman in the Union Navy and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War.
[edit] Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Landsman, U.S. Navy. Born: 1842 Rochester, N.Y. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 59, 22 June 1865.
Citation:
- As landsman on board the U.S.S. Magnolia, St. Marks, Fla., 5 and 6 March, Lann served with the Army in charge of Navy howitzers during the attack on St. Marks and throughout this fierce engagement made remarkable efforts in ass1sting transport of the gun. His coolness and determination in standing by his gun while under the fire of the enemy were a credit to the service to which he belonged.
[edit] See also
[edit] References
- "JOHN S. LANN" entry. Medal of Honor Recipients: American Civil War. Center of Military History (CMH), United States Army (July 16, 2007). Retrieved on 2008-03-10.
| Persondata | |
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| NAME | John S. Lann |
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| SHORT DESCRIPTION | American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient |
| DATE OF BIRTH | |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | Rochester, New York |
| DATE OF DEATH | |
| PLACE OF DEATH | |
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