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 James Congdon - San Francisco National Cemetery Posted by:  DougK
N 37° 47.938 W 122° 27.859
10S E 547159 N 4183645
James Madison (1842 - August 7, 1926) was a Sergeant in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War. "James Madison" was an alias, his true name was James Congdon.
Waymark Code: WMX278
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 11/16/2017
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James Congdon
is one of thirty-seven Medal of Honor recipients buried at the San Francisco National Cemetery.
From Wikipedia:
Congdon enlisted in the Army from Fairport, New York in October 1861, but was discharged for disability in January 1862. Despite this, he re-enlisted in May 1862, and fought at the Battle of Culpeper Court House, where he was wounded. He mustered out with his regiment in June 1865.
He died August 7, 1926 and is buried in San Francisco National Cemetery San Francisco, California. His grave can be found in section OSA, grave 15-7.
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This headstone is located in Section OSA, Grave 15-7.
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Congdon's citation states:
Medal of Honor citation:
Rank and organization. Sergeant, Company E, 8th New York Cavalry. Place and date: At Waynesboro, Virginia, March 2, 1865. Entered service at: Fairport, New York. Birth: Niagara, New York. Date of issue: March 26, 1865.
Citation:
Recapture of Gen. Crook's headquarters flag.
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Armed Service: Army
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