Corporal Edward Brown Jr. (July 6, 1841 – November 5, 1911) was an Irish soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Brown received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Second Battle of Fredericksburg and at Salem Heights, Virginia between May 3 and 4, 1863. He was honored with the award on 24 November 1880.[1][2][3]
Edward Brown | |
|---|---|
| Born | July 6, 1841 Ireland |
| Died | November 5, 1911 (aged 70) New York City, US |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1864 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit |  62nd Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry |
| Battles / wars | Second Battle of Fredericksburg |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
editBrown was born in Ireland on 6 July 1841. He joined the 62nd New York Infantry in August 1861, and mustered out in September 1864. Brown died on 5 November 1911 and his remains are interred at the Calvary Cemetery in New York.
Medal of Honor citation
editSeverely wounded while carrying the colors, he continued at his post, under fire, until ordered to the rear.[1][2]
See also
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References
edit- ^ a b "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Archived from the original on 3 March 2016. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
- ^ a b "Edward Brown, Jr". Archived from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 29 November 2013.
- ^ "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 29 November 2013.