| Peter Johnson | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 29, 1857 Sumerland, England |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Rank | Fireman First Class |
| Unit | U.S.S. Vixen |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Peter Johnson (born December 29, 1857) was a fireman first class serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
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Johnson was born December 29, 1857 in Sumerland, England and after entering the navy he was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War aboard the U.S.S. Potomac as a Fireman First Class.[1]
Rank and organization: Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy. Born: 29 December 1857, Sumerland, England. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 167, 27 August 1904.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Vixen on the night of 28 May 1898. Following the explosion of the lower front manhole gasket of boiler A of the vessel, Johnson displayed great coolness and self-possession in entering the fireroom.[1]