James J. Nash
James J. Nash (1875-June 11, 1927) was a soldier serving in the United States Army during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
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| Born | 1875 Louisville, Kentucky |
| Died | June 11, 1927 (aged 51–52) |
| Place of burial | San Antonio National Cemetery San Antonio, Texas |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Rank | First Sergeant |
| Unit | Company F, 10th U.S. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Spanish–American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Biography
Nash was born 1875 in Louisville, Kentucky and entered the army from same location. He was sent to the Spanish–American War with Company F, 10th U.S. Infantry as a private where he received the Medal of Honor for assisting in the rescue of wounded while under heavy enemy fire.[1]
He died June 11, 1927 and is buried in San Antonio National Cemetery San Antonio, Texas.[2] His grave can be found in section I, grave 1461-A at GPS (lat/lon): 29.25279, -98.28078.[2]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, Company F, 10th U.S. Infantry. Place and date: At Santiago, Cuba, 1 July 1898. Entered service at: Louisville, Ky. Birth: Louisville, Ky. Date of issue: 22 June 1899.
- Citation
Gallantly assisted in the rescue of the wounded from in front of the lines and under heavy fire from the enemy.[1]
References
- "War with Spain; Nash, James J." Medal of Honor recipients, War With Spain. United States Army Center of Military History. August 3, 2009. Retrieved August 3, 2010.
- "James J. Nash". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. October 27, 2000. Retrieved August 3, 2010.