John Grady | |
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Born | December 25, 1872 Canada |
Died | December 9, 1956 | (aged 83)
Place of burial | Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/branch | United States Navy |
Years of service | 1890 - 1922 |
Rank | Captain |
Battles/wars | United States occupation of Veracruz Spanish-American War World War I |
Awards | Medal of Honor Navy Cross |
John Grady (December 25, 1872 – December 9, 1956) was a Lieutenant in the United States Navy and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the United States occupation of Veracruz.
He died December 9, 1956 and is buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia. His grave can be found in section 4, lot 2723-2-RH.
Rank and organization: Lieutenant, U.S. Navy. Born: 25 December 1872, Canada. Appointed from: Massachusetts. G.O. No.: 177, 4 December 1915. Other Navy award: Navy Cross.
Citation:
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. During the second day's fighting, the service performed by Lt. Grady, in command of the 2d Regiment, Artillery, was eminent and conspicuous. From necessarily exposed positions, he shelled the enemy from the strongest position.