| Emile Lejeune | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1853 France |
| Died | July 10, 1916(1916-07-10) (aged 62–63) |
| Place of burial | South Portland, Maine |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Navy |
| Rank | Seaman |
| Unit | USS Plymouth |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Emile Lejeune (1853–1916) was a United States Navy sailor and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor.
A native of France, Lejeune joined the U.S. Navy from New York. By June 6, 1876, he was serving as a seaman on USS Plymouth commanded by Captain Edward Barrett. On that day, he and other crewmen took Plymouth's steam-powered launch to shore at Port Royal, South Carolina. While there, Lejeune rescued a civilian who had fallen off the Port Royal wharf. For this action, he was awarded the Medal of Honor, proposed by Edward Barrett three days later, on June 9.
Lejeune's official Medal of Honor citation reads:
Serving on board the U.S.S. Plymouth, Lejeune displayed gallant conduct in rescuing a citizen from drowning at Port Royal, S.C., 6 June 1876.
See also
References
- ^ Emile Lejeune at Find a Grave
- ^ "Medal of Honor recipients - Interim Awards, 1871–1898". Medal of Honor citations. United States Army Center of Military History. August 5, 2010. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
- Robeson, George M.; Edward Barrett (June 9, 1876). "General Order, No. 212". General Orders and Circulars Issued by the Navy Department (1863–1887). Washington, D.C.: United States Government Printing Office: 148–9. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
External links
- "Emile Lejeune". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
- Don Morfe (April 22, 2010). "Emile Lejeune". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved August 10, 2010.
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