John King (Medal of Honor)
John King | |
|---|---|
| Born | 7 February 1865 Ballinrobe, Ireland |
| Died | 20 May 1938 (aged 73) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1893–1916, fl. 1917-1919 |
| Rank | Chief Watertender |
| Unit | USS Vicksburg (PG-11) USS Salem (CL-3) |
| Battles / wars | Spanish–American War Philippine–American War World War I |
| Awards | Medal of Honor (2) |
John King (7 February 1862 – 20 May 1938) was an Irish sailor in the United States Navy and one of only 19 in history to receive the Medal of Honor twice.
His tombstone shows DOB in 1862.