Private Michael Crowley (c. 1829 – May 12, 1888) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Crowley received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Waynesboro in Virginia on 2 March 1865. He was honored with the award on 26 March 1865.[1][2][3]
Michael Crowley | |
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| Born | c. 1829 Rochester, New York |
| Died | May 12, 1888 Boston, Massachusetts |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  2nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment - Company A |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
editCrowley was born in Rochester, New York in about 1829. He enlisted into the 22nd New York Cavalry. He died on 12 May 1888.
Medal of Honor citation
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References
edit- ^ a b "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 30 November 2013.
- ^ a b "Michael Crowley". Archived from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 30 November 2013.
- ^ "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 30 November 2013.