Thomas Kelly (c. 1837 - ?) was an Irish born recipient of the Medal of Honor and soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
Kelly was born in Ireland in 1837. [1] He served as private in Company A of the 6th New York Volunteer Cavalry. [1] He earned his medal in action at Front Royal, Virginia on August 16, 1864. [2] His medal was issued on August 26, 1864. [3] His date of death and burial location is unknown.
For extraordinary heroism on 16 August 1864, in action at Front Royal, Virginia, for capture of flag. [3]
Thomas Kelly (c. 1837 - ?) was an Irish born recipient of the Medal of Honor and soldier in the Union Army during the American Civil War.
Kelly was born in Ireland in 1837. [1] He served as private in Company A of the 6th New York Volunteer Cavalry. [1] He earned his medal in action at Front Royal, Virginia on August 16, 1864. [2] His medal was issued on August 26, 1864. [3] His date of death and burial location is unknown.
For extraordinary heroism on 16 August 1864, in action at Front Royal, Virginia, for capture of flag. [3]