John L. Canley
John Lee Canley (December 20, 1937 – May 11, 2022) was a United States Marine and a recipient of the United States military's highest award for valor, the Medal of Honor, for his actions in January/February 1968 during the Battle of Huế. At the time of this action Canley was a gunnery sergeant with Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines. Canley was originally awarded the Navy Cross but this was upgraded to the Medal of Honor, which was presented on October 17, 2018. The Expeditionary Sea Base USS John L. Canley (ESB-6) is named for him.
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| Born | December 20, 1937 Caledonia, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Died | May 11, 2022 (aged 84) Bend, Oregon, U.S. |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1953–1981 |
| Rank | Sergeant major |
| Unit | 1st Battalion, 1st Marines |
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| Awards | Medal of Honor Bronze Star Medal with "V" device Purple Heart Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with "V" device |
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