John Edwards (American Civil War sailor)

John Edwards was a Union Navy sailor during the American Civil War. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions aboard the USS Cincinnati during the attack on Vicksburg, Mississippi, on May 27, 1863. As a member of the ship's crew, Edwards displayed extraordinary courage and devotion to duty while under heavy fire from Confederate batteries. His specific actions that warranted the Medal of Honor are not extensively detailed in available historical records, but the citation broadly recognizes his gallantry and unwavering commitment to his ship and its mission during a particularly perilous engagement. After his service, further details about his life are scant.