Joseph Gabriel Harner, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Joseph Gabriel Harner

United States Navy Medal of Honor recipient

Date of Birth: 19-Feb-1889

Place of Birth: Louisville, Ohio, United States

Date of Death: 05-Mar-1958

Profession: military personnel

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces


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About Joseph Gabriel Harner

  • Joseph Gabriel Harner (February 19, 1889 – March 5, 1958) was a Boatswain's Mate G (shipboard) Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the United States occupation of Veracruz.
  • An excellent marksman, in the heat of the battle he shot Mexican Navy ex cadet and one of the most revered Mexican national heroes, Lt.José Azueta, from about 300 yards away.Harner retired from the Navy as chief petty officer and died March 5, 1958.
  • He buried at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, Virginia.
  • His grave can be found in section 17, lot 21199-B-2.

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