Congressional Medal of Honor Society
Stories of Sacrifice
Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz) - U.S. Navy
John Grady
Details
- Rank: Lieutenant (Highest Rank: Captain)
- Conflict/Era: Mexican Campaign (Vera Cruz)
- Military Service Branch: U.S. Navy
- Medal of Honor Action Date: April 22, 1914
- Medal of Honor Action Place: Vera Cruz, Mexico
Citation
For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. During the second day's fighting, the service performed by Lt. Grady, in command of the 2d Regiment, Artillery, was eminent and conspicuous. From necessarily exposed positions, he shelled the enemy from the strongest position.
Additional Details
- Accredited to: Massachusetts
- Awarded Posthumously: No
- Born: December 25, 1872, Canada
- Died: December 9, 1956
- Buried: Arlington National Cemetery (MH) (4-2723-2-RH), Arlington, VA, United States