James F. Merton

James F. Merton (born 1843) was a United States Navy sailor. He received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition in 1871. Landsman Merton was severely wounded during the seizure of the forts.

James F. Merton
Medal of Honor recipient
Born	1843 Cheshire, England
Died	Unknown
Allegiance	United States of America
Service/branch	United States Navy
Rank	Landsman
Unit	USS Colorado
Battles/wars	Ganghwa Island Korean Expedition
Awards	Medal of Honor

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization: Landsman, U.S. Navy. Birth: England. G.O. No.: 180, October 10, 1872.

Citation:

Landsman and member of Company D during the capture of the Korean forts, 9 and 10 June 1871, Merton was severely wounded in the arm while trying to force his way into the fort.^[1]

Related pages

• List of Medal of Honor recipients