John was born in 1890. He passed away in 1965.
From Findagrave:
Major, United States Army. Awarded Distinguished Service Cross for actions in World War I.
Citation By Gen John J Pershing for extraordinary bravery in action, with the V. S. troops in France as published in The Pensacola Journal Oct 13, 1918 "First Lieut. John R. Cleland, 25th Infantry. For extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, France, July 21, 1918. Although he was wounded before and in the attack upon Berzy-Le-Sec, Lieutenant Cleland declined an opportunity to be evacuated and led his platoon to its final objective which he consolidated and held. Next of kin: W. U. Ige John L. Dogget, Lancaster Terrace, Jacksonville, Fla."
The Ocala Evening Star newspaper, Oct 12, 1918; distinquished service cross was received by Florida soldier "John R. Cleland, Jacksonville, first lieutenant, 28th Infantry, For acts of extraordinary heroism in action near Soissons, July 21st" Bio by: G Shewan
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