James Dougherty (Medal of Honor)

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James Dougherty
November 16, 1839(1839-11-16)November 25, 1897 (aged 58)
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James Dougherty, Medal of Honor recipient
Place of birth Langhash, Ireland
Place of death Brooklyn, New York
Allegiance Flag of the United States United States of America
Service/branch United States Marine Corps
Rank Private
Unit USS Carondelet
Battles/wars Korean Expedition
Awards Medal of Honor

James Dougherty was a U.S. Marine in the 1871 Korean Campaign. He received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition, while serving as a private aboard USS Carondelet. His Medal of Honor was issued on February 8, 1872. Private Dougherty was one of fifteen United States sailors and Marines who received the Medal of Honor for this little known American military action.

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Rank and organization: Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born. 16 November 1839, Langhash, Ireland. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 169, 8 February 1872.

Citation:

On board the U.S.S. Carondelet in various actions of that vessel. Wounded several times, Dougherty invariably returned to duty, presenting an example of constancy and devotion to the flag.

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[edit] Note/Another James Dougherty

There may have been either two James Doughertys awarded the medal during the Korean Expedition. One served on board the CARONDELET, while the other may have served on the USS Benicia. Alternatively, the medals may have been awarded to the same Marine.[citation needed]

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