John Swanson (Medal of Honor)
John Swanson | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1842 Sweden |
| Died | 1923 (aged 80–81) Indiana, United States |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Branch | United States Navy Union Navy |
| Rank | Seaman |
| Unit | USS Santiago de Cuba (1861) |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War • Second Battle of Fort Fisher |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
John Swanson (c. 1842 – June 13, 1923) was a sailor in the U.S. Navy during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Second Battle of Fort Fisher on January 15, 1865. His birth name was Jacob Johnson.