Born on August 25, 1873, in Thorold, Ontario, Everetts immigrated to the United States and was living in New York City when he joined the Navy.
On that day, he and Ship's Cook First Class Daniel Atkins attempted unsuccessfully to rescue Ensign Joseph Breckinridge, who had fallen overboard.
[2] Everetts's official Medal of Honor citation reads: Serving on board the U.S.S.
Cushing, 11 February 1898, Everetts displayed gallant conduct in attempting to save the life of the late Ens.
[2]Everetts reached the rank of chief petty officer before leaving the Navy.