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Photo # NH 105926:  Seaman John Ortega, USN

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Acting Master's Mate John Ortega, USN, (Born in 1840)

John Ortega was born in 1840 in Spain. He emigrated to the United States and resided in Pennsylvania. Ortega entered in the U.S. Navy from that state and served on board the Sloop of War Saratoga during the U.S. Civil War. In August and September of 1864, he served twice with landing parties from his ship during the Union blockade. For the courageous and gallant performance of his duties on these occasions, Ortega was awarded the Medal of Honor and promoted to the rating of Acting Master's Mate.

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Photo #: NH 105926

U.S. Navy Medal of Honor


Reverse of a Medal of Honor awarded to Seaman John Ortega, USN, who "conducted himself gallantly" on two occasions, while serving with landing parties from USS Saratoga in August and September of 1864. For his performance in these actions, he was also promoted to rating of Acting Master's Mate.

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Medal of Honor citation of Seaman John Ortega, USN (as printed in the official publication "Medal of Honor, 1861-1949, The Navy", page 42):

"Served as seaman on board the U.S.S. Saratoga during actions of that vessel on two occasions. Carrying out his duties courageously during these actions, ORTEGA conducted himself gallantly through both periods. Promoted to acting master's mate."


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