Joseph Johnson

Joseph Johnson is a distinguished veteran who served in the United States Navy as a 1st class Communications Technician. Before his enlistment, Mr. Johnson attended the University of Chicago, where he studied Morse Code and Radio Communication Procedures. He served an impressive 7.5 years in the Navy, participating in both World War II and the Korean War. Throughout his service, he was stationed in Guam and Bainbridge Island.

Among his many accomplishments, Joseph Johnson is particularly proud of receiving the Unit Commendation Medal for his work during the Asia-Pacific War. He also earned several other prestigious awards, including the American Theatre Stripe and the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, both for his crucial role in the Battle of Midway.

His Navy service also took him around the world, living in locations like Cyprus, Venezuela, Colombia, and El Salvador. In 1950, he met his wife at a sledding party before his deployment in World War II. They had two children while living in Cyprus and, after considering four different citizenships, swore them in as American citizens.

After retiring from the Navy, Joseph Johnson went on to work for the U.S. Department of State as a Foreign Service Officer for 1½ years before retiring in Washington, D.C.

We are proud to present Joseph Johnson with a personalized plaque and a $500 check in recognition of his dedicated service.