Patrick H. Doody
Medal of Honor recipient
About Patrick H. Doody
Lived 1840 – 1924 (aged 83).
Patrick H. Doody (July 7, 1840 – March 5, 1924) was an Irish soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Doody received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Cold Harbor in Virginia on June 7, 1864. He was honored with the award on December 13, 1893.
Biography Doody was born in Ireland on July 7, 1840. He joined the 164th New York Infantry in August 1862, and mustered out with his regiment in July 1865. He died on March 5, 1924. His remains are interred at the Calvary Cemetery in New York.
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Who was Patrick H. Doody?
Medal of Honor recipient
When was Patrick H. Doody born?
Patrick H. Doody was born on 7 July 1840 in Ireland.
When did Patrick H. Doody die?
Patrick H. Doody died on 5 March 1924 in Woodside.
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