James L. Carey-Carnegie, PA
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Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient for action at Appomattox Courthouse, VA on April 9, 1865. He is buried in Chartiers Cemetery, Carnegie, PA in the Veterans Section, Soldier’s Tier 6L, Grave 4.
Waymark Code: WMYT9V
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 07/21/2018
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He was born on December 24, 1839 in Jamesville, NY and died on May 15, 1919 in Westwood, PA. His Medal of Honor information and citation is: CAREY, JAMES L.
• Rank and organization: Sergeant, Company G, 10th New York Cavalry
• Place and date: At Appomattox Courthouse, Va., 9 April 1865
• Date of issue: Unknown
Citation: Daring bravery and urging the men forward in a charge.
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Armed Service: Army
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