| John Maxwell | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 21, 1874 Ireland |
| Died | November 13, 1931 (aged 57) |
| Place of burial | Westbury Friends Cemetery Westbury, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Fireman Second Class |
| Unit | U.S.S. Marblehead |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John Maxwell (June 21, 1874-November 13, 1931) was a fireman second class serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
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Maxwell was born June 21, 1841 in Ireland and after entering the navy was sent as a fireman second class to fight in the Spanish-American War aboard the U.S.S. Marblehead.[1]
He died November 13, 1931 and is buried in Westbury Friends Cemetery Westbury, New York.[2]
Rank and organization: Fireman Second Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 21 June 1841, Ireland. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Maxwell displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.[1]