Thomas M. Doherty
| Thomas M. Doherty | |
|---|---|
| Born |
May 11, 1869 Ireland |
| Died | September 21, 1906 (aged 37) |
| Place of burial | Evergreen Cemetery Southgate, Kentucky |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | Company H, 21st U.S. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Thomas M. Doherty (May 11, 1869 – September 21, 1906) was a corporal serving in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Biography
Doherty was born May 11, 1869 in Ireland and after immigrating to the United States he entered the army from Newcastle, Maine. He was sent to fight in the Spanish–American War with Company H, 21st U.S. Infantry as a corporal where he received the Medal of Honor for his actions.[1]
He died September 21, 1906 and is buried in Evergreen Cemetery Southgate, Kentucky.[2] His grave can be found in the US military lot in section 25.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
- Rank and organization: Corporal, Company H, 21st U.S. Infantry.
- Place and date: At Santiago, Cuba, 1 July 1898.
- Entered service at: Newcastle, Maine.
- Birth: Ireland. Date of issue: 22 June 1899.
Citation:
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and while under heavy fire from the enemy.[1]
See also
References
- 1 2 "War with Spain; Doherty, Thomas M.". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved September 25, 2015.
- 1 2 Don Morphe (August 8, 2003). "Thomas M. Doherty". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved August 2, 2010.
External links
- "Thomas M. Doherty". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved August 2, 2010.
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