John Arthur Hughes-Arlington, VA
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Don.Morfe
N 38° 52.188 W 077° 04.236
18S E 320366 N 4304365
Mexican Campaign-Vera Cruz Medal of Honor Recipient for action in the battle of Vera Cruz on April 21-22, 1914. He is buried in Arlington National Cemetery in Section 8, Site 5265.
Waymark Code: WMXY59
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 03/15/2018
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He was born on November 2, 1880 in Manhattan, NY and died on May 25, 1942 in St.
Petersburg, FL. He attained the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Marine Corps. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: HUGHES, JOHN ARTHUR
• Rank and organization: Captain, U.S. Marine Corps
• Accredited to: New York
• G.O. No.: 177, 4 December 1915
• Other Navy award: Navy Cross
Citation: For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21 and 22 April 1914. Capt. Hughes was in both days' fighting at the head of his company, and was eminent and conspicuous in his conduct, leading his men with skill and courage.
Armed Service: Marines
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