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U.S. Civil War - U.S. Army

James T Clancy

Details
  • Rank: Sergeant (Highest Rank: Captain)
  • Conflict/Era: U.S. Civil War
  • Unit/Command:
    Company C,
    1st New Jersey Cavalry
  • Military Service Branch: U.S. Army
  • Medal of Honor Action Date: October 1, 1864
  • Medal of Honor Action Place: Vaughn Road, Virginia, USA
Citation
Shot the Confederate Brig. Gen. John Dunovant dead during a charge, thus confusing the enemy and greatly aiding in his repulse.
Additional Details
  • Accredited to: Camden, Camden Coounty, New Jersey
  • Awarded Posthumously: No
  • Presentation Date & Details: July 3, 1865
  • Born: 1833, Albany, Albany County, NY, United States
  • Died:
 

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