Rank Private Awards Medal of Honor Died May 12, 1888 | Role Soldier Name Michael Crowley | |
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Allegiance United States of America Battles/wars Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Battles and wars Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia Unit 22nd Regiment New York Volunteer Cavalry | ||
Service/branch United States Army | ||
Private Michael Crowley (1829 – May 12, 1888) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Crowley received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Waynesboro in Virginia on 2 March 1865. He was honored with the award on 26 March 1865.
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Biography
Crowley was born in Rochester, New York in 1829. He enlisted into the 22nd New York Cavalry. He died on 12 May 1888.
Medal of Honor citation
Capture of the enemy flag.
References
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