William P. Johnston
American sailor and recipient of the Medal of Honor
About William P. Johnston
Lived 1849 – 1888 (aged 38–39).
William P. Johnston (July 5, 1849 – May 8, 1888) was an American sailor and recipient of the Medal of Honor who received the medal for his actions in the American Civil War.
Biography Johnston was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 5, 1849. Johnston served as a Landsman aboard the USS Fort Hindman during the American Civil War. He earned his medal in action at aboard the USS Fort Hindman, near Harrisonburg, Louisiana on March 2, 1864.
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Who was William P. Johnston?
American sailor and recipient of the Medal of Honor
When was William P. Johnston born?
William P. Johnston was born in 1849.
When did William P. Johnston die?
William P. Johnston died in 1888.
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