Navy Federal Credit Union

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Navy

    Rank:

    Seaman

    Division:

    U.S.S. Saratoga

    Action Date:

    No Date of Action on Record

    War Department, General Orders No. 45 (December 31, 1864)

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Seaman John Ortega, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action while serving as Seaman on board the U.S.S. SARATOGA during actions of that vessel on two occasions. Carrying out his duties courageously during these actions, Seaman Ortega conducted himself gallantly through both periods. Promoted to Acting Master’s Mate.