Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz) - U.S. Marine Corps
John Arthur Hughes
Details
- Rank: Captain (Highest Rank: Colonel)
- Conflict/Era: Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz)
- Military Service Branch: U.S. Marine Corps
- Medal of Honor Action Date: April 21, 1914
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Vera Cruz, Mexico
Citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagements of Vera Cruz, 21-22 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.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: New York
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: November 2, 1880, New York, NY, United States
- Died: May 25, 1942, St. Petersburg, FL, United States
- Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (PM) (8-5265), Arlington, VA, United States
- Location of Medal: National Museum of the US Marine Corps, Quantico, VA