John Ortega
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| Gender | Male |
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| Born | Spain |
| Nationality | American |
| Service/branch | Union Navy |
| Battles and wars | American |
| War | |
| South Atlantic Blockade | |
| Years of service | 1863 - 1865 |
| Rank | Master's mate |
| Job | Sailor |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
| Civil War Campaign Medal | |
| Date of Reg. | |
| Date of Upd. | |
| ID | 1555835 |
John Ortega Life story
John Ortega, was the first Hispanic sailor to be awarded the United States' highest military decoration for valor in combat — the Medal of Honor. He distinguished himself, during the South Atlantic Blockade, by the Union Naval forces, during the American Civil War.