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Rank and organization: Lieutenant Commander Organization: U. Navy Born: 7 June 1874, Lincolnton, N. Accredited to: North Carolina Date of Issue: 12/04/1915. Johnston was awarded the Medal of Honor citation. For distinguished conduct in battle, engagement of Vera Cruz, 22 April 1914; was regimental adjutant, and eminent and conspicuous in his conduct. He exhibited courage and skill in leading his men through the action of the 22d and in the final occupation of the city.

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Very Rare Medal of Honor Challenge coin that Honors Rufus Zenas Johnston. Admiral Johnston was U. Naval Academy Graduate and a Navy Cross Recipient. Admiral Johnston was awarded the Medal of Honor during the Vera Cruz occupation. Also a Navy Cross winner. He served in the Battle of Santiago, Boxer Rebellion, Philippine-American War and World War I. This is a Rare Numbered Series Coin that was given out by the Family of the Recipient, with this being a Early Single digit Coin numbered #7. Condition is New in original bag. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Militaria\Current Militaria (2001-Now)\Original Items\Challenge Coins”. The seller is “shrummys_collectibles” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped to United States.

• Type: Coin
• Featured Refinements: Navy Challenge Coin
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

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