United States of America
U.S. Navy · United States 
Thomas Cahey
1870 – 1935
Thomas Cahey served the U.S. Navy. Thomas was 64 years old.
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Service Record
U.S. Navy
Medal of Honor
Seaman, U.S. Navy.
On board the U.S.S. Petrel for heroism and gallantry, fearlessly exposing his own life to danger in saving others on the occasion of the flre on board that vessel, 31 March 1901.
85, 22 March 1902.
Awards & Decorations
1
For valor
Medal of Honor - Navy
85, 22 March 1902.
On board the U.S.S. Petrel for heroism and gallantry, fearlessly exposing his own life to danger in saving others on the occasion of the flre on board that vessel, 31 March 1901.
Burial Information
Cemetery
Arlington National Cemetery
Section
6
Grave
8667
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