From the June 4, 2021, Seacoastonline "Portsmouth (New Hampshire) Elks honor Medal of Honor recipients on Memorial Day"
The Portsmouth Lodge of Elks No. 97 purchased wreaths to place on the graves of five veterans over memorial Day weekend.
JOHN SULLIVAN (1839-1913 Union Navy Civil War. Interred at Harmony Grove Cemetery (South Cemetery)
Sullivan served as a seaman on the USS Monticello during the reconnaissance of the harbor and water defenses of Wilmington, North Carolina, June 23-24, 1864. This would have been under the command of Lt. William Cushing.
The reconnaissance took part over two days and nights.
Sullivan courageously carried out his duties during this action, which resulted in the capture of a mail carrier and mail, the cutting of telegraph wire and the capture of a large group of prisoners.
Although in immediate danger from the enemy at all times, Sullivan showed gallantry and coolness throughout this action which resulted in the gaining of much vital information on the rebel defenses.
His Medal of Honor was issued December 31, 1864.
--Old B-Runner
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