Peter Johnson (1857–1943)[1] was a fireman first class serving in the United States Navy during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.

Johnson was born December 29, 1857, in Sumerland, England.

[2] He married Anna Louise NN from England (1888–1958).

[1] Rank and organization: Fireman First Class, U.S. Navy.

Following the explosion of the lower front manhole gasket of boiler A of the vessel, Johnson displayed great coolness and self-possession in entering the fireroom.