John L. Canley (February 1, 1938 – May 9, 2022) was a United States Marine and a recipient of the United States military's highest award for valor, the Medal of Honor, for his actions in January/February 1968 during the Battle of Huế. At the time of this action Canley was a gunnery sergeant with Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines. Canley was originally awarded the Navy Cross but this was upgraded to the Medal of Honor, which was presented on 17 October 2018.
You can find people similar to John Canley by visiting our lists Military personnel from Arkansas and United States Marine Corps personnel of the Vietnam War.
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Date of birth | 1 February 1938
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Place of birth | Caledonia, Arkansas
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Date of death | 9 May 2022
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Age | 84 (age at death)
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