Joseph A. Nolan
| Joseph A. Nolan | |
|---|---|
| Born |
January 20, 1857 Elkhart, Indiana |
| Died |
August 19, 1921 (aged 64) Niles, Michigan |
| Place of burial | Niles, Michigan |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Army |
| Rank | Artificer |
| Unit | Company B, 45th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers |
| Battles/wars | Philippine-American War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Joseph A. Nolan (January 20, 1857–August 19, 1921) was an Artificer in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine-American War.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Artificer, Company B, 45th Infantry, U.S. Volunteers. Place and date: At Labo, Luzon, Philippine Islands, May 29, 1900. Entered service at: South Bend, Ind. Birth: Elkhart, Ind. Date of issue: March 14, 1902.
Citation:
Voluntarily left shelter and at great personal risk passed the enemy's lines and brought relief to besieged comrades.
See also
References
- ""NOLAN, JOSEPH A." entry". Medal of Honor recipients: Philippine-American War. United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Retrieved 2008-04-15.
External links
- "Joseph A. Nolan". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2008-08-14.
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