James Patrick Lannon | |
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Born | Alexandria, Virginia, US | October 12, 1878
Died | March 13, 1953 | (aged 74)
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Years of service | 1902–1947 |
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Medal of Honor Navy Cross |
James Patrick Lannon (October 12, 1878 – March 13, 1953) was born in Alexandria, Virginia. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1902. [1]
He received the Medal of Honor for actions at the United States occupation of Veracruz, 1914. [2] [3] He was awarded the Navy Cross for service as commanding officer of USS Nashville (PG-7) in the Mediterranean Sea during World War I, served in World War II, and retired in 1947. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. [4]
Lannon was awarded the Medal of Honor in 1915.
Citation: "For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lt. Lannon assisted a wounded man under heavy fire, and after returning to his battalion was himself desperately wounded." [5]
James Patrick Lannon | |
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![]() Lannon as a U.S. Naval Academy midshipman | |
Born | Alexandria, Virginia, US | October 12, 1878
Died | March 13, 1953 | (aged 74)
Buried | |
Allegiance | ![]() |
Service/ |
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Years of service | 1902–1947 |
Rank |
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Battles/wars |
World War I World War II |
Awards |
Medal of Honor Navy Cross |
James Patrick Lannon (October 12, 1878 – March 13, 1953) was born in Alexandria, Virginia. He graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1902. [1]
He received the Medal of Honor for actions at the United States occupation of Veracruz, 1914. [2] [3] He was awarded the Navy Cross for service as commanding officer of USS Nashville (PG-7) in the Mediterranean Sea during World War I, served in World War II, and retired in 1947. He is buried at Arlington National Cemetery. [4]
Lannon was awarded the Medal of Honor in 1915.
Citation: "For extraordinary heroism in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. Lt. Lannon assisted a wounded man under heavy fire, and after returning to his battalion was himself desperately wounded." [5]