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Published on: Friday, August 22, 2025 read more ...

Alexander Jardine

Medal of Honor citation: "On board the U.S.S. Potomac during the passage of that vessel from Cat Island to Nassau, 14 November 1898. Volunteering to enter the fireroom which was filled with steam, Jardine, after repeated attempts, succeeded in reaching the auxiliary valve and opening it, thereby relieving the vessel from further danger."

Location at Arlington National Cemetery: Section 12 Site 4280