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John Eglit

Medal of Honor citation: "On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Eglit set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action."

Location at Arlington National Cemetery: Section MI Site 306-A