John A. Logan (Medal of Honor)
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| John Alexander Logan, jr | |
|---|---|
| (24 July 1865- 11 November 1899) | |
| Place of birth | Carbondale, Illinois |
| Place of death | San Jacinto, Pangasinan, Luzon, Philippines |
| Allegiance | US Army |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | 33rd Infantry Division. |
| Battles/wars | Moro Rebellion, Philippine-American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John Alexander Logan, Jr (24 July 1865 – 11 November 1899) was a United States Army officer posthumously awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for actions during the Philippine-American War.
Logan was the son of Major General, statesman and politician John A. Logan from the American Civil War. Major Logan was killed in action while leading his troops.
[edit] Citation
LOGAN, JOHN A. Rank and Organization: Major, 33d Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and Date: At San Jacinto, Philippine Islands, 11 November 1899. Entered Service At: Youngstown, Ohio. Born: 24 July 1865, Carbondale, Ill. Date of Issue: 3 May 1902. Citation: For most distinguished gallantry in leading his battalion upon the entrenchments of the enemy, on which occasion he fell mortally wounded.
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