Thomas Kelly (Medal of Honor, 1864)

Thomas Kelly (1837 - ?) was an Irish born recipient of the Medal of Honor and soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War.

Biography

Kelly was born in Ireland in 1837.[1] He served as private in Company A of the 6th New York Volunteer Cavalry.[1] He earned his medal in action at Front Royal, Virginia on August 16, 1864.[2] His medal was issued on August 26, 1864.[3] His date of death and burial location is unknown.

Medal of Honor Citation

For extraordinary heroism on 16 August 1864, in action at Front Royal, Virginia, for capture of flag.[3]

References
  1. "Thomas Kelly | U.S. Civil War | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 2022-02-04.
  2. "Kelly, Thomas". The National Medal of Honor Museum. Retrieved 2022-02-04.
  3. "Thomas Kelly - Recipient -". valor.militarytimes.com. Retrieved 2022-02-04.
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