Congressional Medal of Honor Society

Stories of Sacrifice

Indian Campaigns - U.S. Army

John S Donelly

Details

Also Known As: Donnelly, John S.
Rank: Private
Conflict/Era: Indian Campaigns
Unit/Command:
Company G,
5th U.S. Infantry
Military Service Branch: U.S. Army
Medal of Honor Action Date: October 21, 1876 - January 8, 1877
Medal of Honor Action Place: Cedar Creek, etc., Montana, USA

Citation

Gallantry in action.

Additional Details

Accredited to: Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey
Awarded Posthumously: No
Presentation Date & Details: April 27, 1877
Born: 1850, County Kerry, Ireland
Died: