Michael McNamara (Medal of Honor)
Michael McNamara (1839–1907) was a U.S. Marine who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition in 1871.
Michael McNamara | |
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| Born | 1839 County Clare, Ireland |
| Died | 1907 (aged 67–68) |
| Place of burial | Holy Name Cemetery, Jersey City, New Jersey |
| Allegiance |  |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1868 - 1872 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | USS Benicia (1868) |
| Battles/wars | Korean Expedition |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
McNamara enlisted in the Marine Corps from Brooklyn in November 1868, and was honorably discharged four years later.[1]
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born: 1841, Clare, Ireland. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 169, February 8, 1872.
Citation:
While serving on board the U.S.S. Benicia, for gallantry in advancing to the parapet, wrenching the match-lock from the hands of an enemy and killing him, at the capture of the Korean Forts, June 11, 1871.[2]
See also
- Michael McNamara at Find a Grave, includes photos of McNamara's new gravestone.
- List of Medal of Honor recipients
Notes
- USMC History Division
- "Michael McNamara, Medal of Honor recipient". 1871 Korean Campaign. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Retrieved 2007-12-13.
References
- "Michael McNamara, Medal of Honor recipient". 1871 Korean Campaign. U.S Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Retrieved 2007-12-13.
- "Medal of Honor Citation for Michael McNamara". HomeofHeroes.com. Retrieved 2007-12-13.
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