Michael Kearney (Medal of Honor)
Michael Kearney (October 4, 1874 – October 21, 1937) was a private serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Michael Kearney | |
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| Born | October 4, 1874 Newmarket, Ireland |
| Died | October 21, 1937 (aged 63) |
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1896 - 1926 |
| Rank | Captain |
| Unit | USS Nashville |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Kearney was born on October 4, 1874 in Newmarket, Ireland. He joined the Marine Corps from Boston in April 1896, and retired with the rank of Captain in December 1926.[1]
Kearney died on October 21, 1937 and is buried at Holy Cross Cemetery in Brooklyn, New York.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 4 October 1874, Newmarket, Ireland. Accredited to: Massachusetts. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Kearney set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.[3]
References
- USMC History Division
- "Michael Kearney". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved July 25, 2010.
- "War with Spain; Kearney, Michael". Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved July 25, 2010.
External links
- "Michael Kearney". Hall of Valor. Military Times. Retrieved July 25, 2010.