James Flannigan

Private James Flanagan (1833 – October 4, 1905) was a soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Flanagan received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action at Nolensville, Tennessee on 15 February 1863. He was honored with the award on 11 September 1897.[1][2][3]

This article is about the soldier. For the songwriter and record producer, see James Flannigan (songwriter).
James Flanagan
Born1833
Canada
DiedOctober 4, 1905
Louisville, New York
Buried
Saint Lawrence Cemetery
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
RankPrivate
Unit Company H, 2nd Minnesota Volunteer Infantry Regiment
Awards Medal of Honor

Biography

Flannigan was born in Canada in 1833. He enlisted into the 2nd Minnesota Infantry. He died on 4 October 1905 and his remains are interred at the Saint Lawrence Cemetery in Louisville, New York.

Medal of Honor citation

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private James Flannigan, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 15 February 1863, while serving with Company H, 2d Minnesota Infantry, in action at Nolensville, Tennessee. Private Flannigan was one of a detachment of 16 men who heroically defended a wagon train against the attack of 125 cavalry, repulsed the attack and saved the train.[1][2]

See also

References
  1. "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 8 December 2013.
  2. "James Flanagan". Retrieved 8 December 2013.
  3. "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 8 December 2013.
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