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U.S. Navy

Grady, John

ConflictVeracruz Expedition

RankCaptain

Year of Action1914

Citation

For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914. During the second day’s fighting, the service performed by Lt. Grady, in command of the 2d Regiment, Artillery, was eminent and conspicuous. From necessarily exposed positions, he shelled the enemy from the strongest position.

Branch: U.S. Navy Conflict: Veracruz Expedition Year of Action: 1914