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U.S. Marine Corps · United States 
James Dougherty
James Dougherty served the U.S. Marine Corps.
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U.S. Marine Corps
Medal of Honor
1 January 1871 · USS Carondelet , June 1871 · Private, U.S. Marine Corps. Born. 16 November 1839, Langhash, Ireland.
On board the U.S.S. Carondelet in various actions of that vessel. Wounded several times, Dougherty invariably returned to duty, presenting an example of constancy and devotion to the flag.
169, 8 February 1872.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
169, 8 February 1872.
On board the U.S.S. Carondelet in various actions of that vessel. Wounded several times, Dougherty invariably returned to duty, presenting an example of constancy and devotion to the flag.
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