Hugh Carey
Medal of Honor recipient
About Hugh Carey
Lived 1840 – 1886 (aged 45–46).
Hugh Carey (1840–1886) was a soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his bravery at the Battle of Gettysburg on 2 July 1863. He acted with daring by capturing the flag of the 7th Virginia Infantry, and was twice wounded in the act.
Carey was born in Ireland. He enlisted in the army from New York City in April 1861. He served as a sergeant in the 82nd New York Volunteer Infantry Regiment, and was discharged in May 1864.
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Who was Hugh Carey?
Medal of Honor recipient
When was Hugh Carey born?
Hugh Carey was born in 1840 in Ireland.
When did Hugh Carey die?
Hugh Carey died on 26 March 1886.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Hugh Carey (soldier)
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