명예훈장 (Medal of Honor)해군
Bickford, John F.
- Captain of the Top
공훈 기록 (Citation)
Served on board the U.S.S. Kearsarge when she destroyed the Alabama off Cherbourg, France, 19 June 1864. Acting as the first loader of the pivot gun during this bitter engagement Bickford exhibited marked coolness and good conduct and was highly recommended for his gallantry under fire by his divisional officer.