Private Thomas Burke (1842 – March 15, 1902) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Burke received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action at Hanover, Pennsylvania on June 30, 1863. He was honored with the award on February 11, 1878.[1][2][3]
Thomas Burke | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1842 Ireland |
| Died | March 15, 1902 New York City, US |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1864 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit |  5th Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry - Company A |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Biography
editBurke was born in Ireland in 1842. He joined the 5th New York Cavalry in October 1861, and mustered out in October 1864. Burke died on 15 March 1902 and his remains are interred at the Calvary Cemetery in New York.[4]
Medal of Honor citation
editCapture of battle flag.[4]
See also
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References
edit- ^ "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 26 November 2013.
- ^ "Thomas Burke". Retrieved 26 November 2013.
- ^ "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 26 November 2013.
- ^ a b "U.S. Civil War - U.S. Army: Thomas M Burke". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 26 August 2023.