Michael Dougherty (soldier)
Michael Dougherty | |
|---|---|
| Born | 10 May 1844 Falcarragh, County Donegal, Ireland |
| Died | 19 March 1930 (aged 85) Bristol, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Buried | Saint Mark’s Roman Catholic Churchyard, Bristol |
| Allegiance | United States (Union) |
| Branch | Union Army |
| Service years | 1862–1865 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | B Company, 13th Pennsylvania Cavalry (117th Volunteers) Regiment |
| Conflicts | |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Private Michael Dougherty (10 May 1844 – 19 February 1930) was an Irish soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Dougherty received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action at Jefferson, Virginia, on 12 October 1863. He was honored with the award on 23 January 1897.