John Brosnan (soldier)
John Brosnan | |
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| Born | July 1, 1846 Ireland |
| Died | August 7, 1921 (aged 75) Brooklyn, New York |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862–1865 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 164th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry - Company E |
| Battles / wars | Second Battle of Petersburg |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Sergeant John Brosnan (July 1, 1846 – August 7, 1921) was an Irish soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Brosnan received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the Second Battle of Petersburg in Virginia on July 17, 1864. He was awarded the medal on January 18, 1894.