Augustus Barry

Augustus Barry (1840 – August 3, 1871) was an Irish soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.

Augustus Barry
Born1840
Ireland
DiedAugust 3, 1871(1871-08-03) (aged 30–31)
Place of burial
Cold Harbor National Cemetery, Mechanicsville, Hanover County, Virginia
AllegianceUnited States United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Union Army
Rank Sergeant Major
Unit16th Regiment, U.S. Infantry
Battles/warsAmerican Civil War
Awards Medal of Honor

Biography

Barry served in the American Civil War in the 16th U.S. Infantry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on February 28, 1870, for his actions in Tennessee and Georgia during the war.

Medal of Honor citation

Citation:

Gallantry in various actions during the rebellion.[1]

See also

References
  1. Congressional Medal of Honor Society


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