Michael Crowley (soldier)

Private Michael Crowley (c. 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.[1][2][3]

Michael Crowley
Bornc. 1829
Rochester, New York
DiedMay 12, 1888
Boston, Massachusetts
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
RankPrivate
UnitNew York (state) 2nd New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment - Company A
Battles/warsBattle of Waynesboro, Virginia
Awards Medal of Honor

Biography edit

Crowley was born in Rochester, New York in about 1829. He enlisted into the 22nd New York Cavalry. He died on 12 May 1888.

Medal of Honor citation edit

Capture of the enemy flag.[1][2]

See also edit

References edit

  1. ^ a b "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 30 November 2013.
  2. ^ a b "Michael Crowley". Archived from the original on 3 December 2013. Retrieved 30 November 2013.
  3. ^ "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 30 November 2013.