John B. Montgomery
John Berrien Montgomery (1794 – March 25, 1872) was an officer in the United States Navy who rose up through the ranks, serving in the War of 1812, Mexican–American War and the American Civil War, performing in various capacities including the commanding of several different vessels.
John Berrien Montgomery | |
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| Born | 1794 Allentown, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | March 25, 1872 (aged 77–78) Carlisle, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Place of burial | Oak Hill Cemetery Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Service/ | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1812–1869 |
| Rank | Rear admiral |
| Commands held | USS Portsmouth USS Roanoke Pacific Squadron |
| Battles/wars | War of 1812 Mexican–American War American Civil War |
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