Richard J. Nolan
| Richard J. Nolan | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 1, 1848 Ireland | 
| Died | August 26, 1905 (aged 57) Washington, D.C., U.S.[1] | 
| Place of burial | |
| Allegiance | United States | 
| Branch | United States Army | 
| Years of service | 1886 - 1891 | 
| Rank | Sergeant | 
| Unit | Company I, 7th U.S. Cavalry | 
| Battles / wars | American Indian Wars | 
| Awards | Medal of Honor | 
Richard J. Nolan (January 1, 1848 – August 26, 1905) served in the United States Army during the American Indian Wars. He received the Medal of Honor.[2][3]
Nolan was born on January 1, 1848, in Ireland. His official residence was listed as Milwaukee, Wisconsin.[4] He joined the army from Fort Totten, Dakota Territory in September 1886, and was discharged in August 1891.[5] He died on August 26, 1905, and was buried at the United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery in Washington, D.C.[6]
Medal of Honor citation
His award citation reads:
For bravery in action on 30 December 1890, while serving with Company I, 7th U.S. Cavalry, in action at White Clay Creek, South Dakota.
See also
References
- ^ "RICHARD J NOLAN". cmohs.org. Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved January 13, 2025.
- ^ "General Orders, no. 99, December 14, 1891". General Orders, United States, War Department. War Department. 1892. p. 7.
- ^ "Richard J Nolan | Indian Campaigns | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient". Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved 2023-09-20.
- ^ "Home of Heroes". Retrieved 2009-12-18.
- ^ Register of Enlistments in the US Army, 1798-1914 (NARA M233, NAID 575272)
- ^ "Richard J Nolan". cmohs.org. Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Retrieved January 2, 2023.