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 James Coey - San Francisco National Cemetery Posted by:  DougK
N 37° 47.987 W 122° 27.846
10S E 547178 N 4183736
Major James Coey was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Coey received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Hatcher's Run in Virginia on 6 February 1865.
Waymark Code: WMJZ4R
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 01/20/2014
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James Coey
is one of thirty-six Medal of Honor recipients buried at the San Francisco National Cemetery.
From Wikipedia:
Major James Coey (February 12, 1841 to July 14, 1918) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Coey received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Hatcher's Run in Virginia on 6 February 1865. He was honored with the award on 12 May 1892.
Coey was born in Oswego, New York on 12 February 1841. He joined the 147th New York Infantry in September 1862, and mustered ou with the regiment in June 1865. Coey died on 14 July 1918 and his remains are interred at the San Francisco National Cemetery.
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This headstone is located in Section OS, Grave 89-1.
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Coey's citation states:
Seized the regimental colors at a critical moment and by a prompt advance on the enemy caused the entire brigade to follow him; and, after being himself severely wounded, he caused himself to be lifted into the saddle and a second time rallied the line in an attempt to check the enemy.
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Armed Service: Army
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