Peter Howard (Medal of Honor)

Peter Howard
Bornc. 1829
France
DiedMarch 25, 1875 (aged 45)
Brooklyn, New York, US
AllegianceUnited States
Service / branchUnited States Navy
Years of service1861–1867
RankActing ensign
UnitUSS Mississippi
AwardsMedal of Honor

Peter Howard (c. 1829 March 25, 1875) was a United States Navy boatswain's mate, who earned the Medal of Honor for his actions while serving on board the USS Mississippi during the American Civil War.

Howard joined the Navy from Boston in May 1861. Following his MOH action, he was promoted to Acting ensign in November 1863, and discharged in November 1867.