| John W. Magee | |
|---|---|
| Born | born 1859 Maryland |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Second Class Fireman |
| Unit | USS Tallapoosa (1863) |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John W. Magee (born 1859) was a second class fireman serving in the United States Navy who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
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Magee was born 1859 in Maryland and after joining the navy from was stationed aboard the USS Tallapoosa (1863) as a second class fireman. Just before midnight August 21, 1884 the USS Tallapoosa collided with the schooner ‘’James S. Lowell’’ about five miles from Vineyard Haven, Rhode Island and started to sink. Magee remained at his post in the fireroom until the fires were put out by the rising waters. For his actions on that night he received the Medal October 18, 1884.[1][2]
Rank and organization: Second Class Fireman, U.S. Navy. Born: 1859, Maryland. Accredited to: Maryland. G.O. No.: 326, 18 October 1884.
Citation:
Serving on board the U.S.S. Tallapoosa during the sinking of that vessel on the night of 21 August 1884. During this period, Magee remained at his post of duty in the fireroom until the fires were put out by the rising waters.[1]