b. 1823 England. d. ?
DATE OF MOH ACTION: 29/04/1863 Grand Gulf, Mississippi River, Mississippi.
Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient. He was born in England and entered the Union Navy in New York, New York. He served as a Boatswain’s Mate.
MOH CITATION:
Serving on board the U.S.S. Pittsburgh, Mississippi River 29 April 1863. Engaging the enemy batteries at Grand Gulf, the U.S.S. Pittsburgh, although severely damaged and suffering many personnel casualties, continued to fire her batteries until ordered to withdraw. Taking part in a similar action after nightfall, the U.S.S. Pittsburgh received further damage, but received no personnel casualties in the latter action. Woon showed courage and devotion to duty throughout these bitter engagements.
BURIAL LOCATION: UNKNOWN.
LOCATION OF MEDAL: UNKNOWN.