James Brogan (Medal of Honor)
Edward James Brogan | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1834 County Donegal, Ireland |
| Died | October 30, 1908 (aged 73–74) |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1864–1880 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 21st Pennsylvania Cavalry 6th U.S. Cavalry |
| Battles / wars | American Civil War Indian Wars |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Edward James Brogan (1834 – October 30, 1908) was a United States Army soldier who served in the American Indian Wars. He received the Medal of Honor for his service.[1]
Brogan was born in County Donegal, Ireland, and later moved to Summit Hill, Pennsylvania. He joined the army in January 1864, and served with the 21st Pennsylvania Cavalry during the American Civil War. By the time of his Medal of Honor action, he was serving as a sergeant in the 6th Cavalry Regiment.
Medal of Honor citation
- Rank and organization: Sergeant, Company G, 6th U.S. Cavalry.
- Place and date: At Simon Valley, Ariz., December 14, 1877.
- Entered service at: ------ Birth: Ireland.
- Date of issue: January 9, 1880.
- Engaged singlehanded 2 renegade Indians until his horse was shot under him and then pursued them so long as he was able.
References
- ^ "James Brogan". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved February 23, 2012.
External links
Categories:
- 1834 births
- 1908 deaths
- Military personnel from County Donegal
- Irish emigrants to the United States
- United States Army non-commissioned officers
- American military personnel of the Indian Wars
- United States Army Medal of Honor recipients
- Irish-born Medal of Honor recipients
- American Indian Wars recipients of the Medal of Honor