John Duffey
American soldier (1836–1923), Medal of Honor recipient
About John Duffey
Lived 1836 – 1923 (aged 87). John Duffey was an American.
John Duffey (March 17, 1836 – August 21, 1923) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Duffey received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action at Ashepoo River in South Carolina on 24 May 1864. He was honored with the award on 21 January 1897.
Biography Duffey was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts on 17 March 1836. He joined the Army from New Bedford in December 1863 and mustered out with his regiment in November 1865. Duffey died on 21 August 1923, and his remains are interred at Oak Grove Cemetery in New Bedford.
Medal of Honor citation
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American soldier (1836–1923), Medal of Honor recipient
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John Duffey was born on 17 March 1836 in New Bedford.
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John Duffey died on 21 August 1923 in New Bedford.
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John Duffey was American.
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