John F. Auer

John F. Auer (1866 – March 28, 1951) was a sailor in the United States Navy who was one of 193 people received the Medal of Honor in non-combat events, a practice no longer authorized by law, and one of only 3,449 recipients of the award.

John F. Auer
Born1866
Nyack, New York
DiedMarch 28, 1951(1951-03-28) (aged 84–85)
Nyack, New York
Place of burial
Oak Hill Cemetery
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branchUnited States Navy
Years of servicec. 1882-c.1887
RankSeaman Apprentice
UnitUSS Lancaster
AwardsMedal of Honor
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