DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY -- NAVAL HISTORICAL CENTER
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WASHINGTON DC 20374-5060
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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.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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