Daniel Farren facts for kids

Private Daniel Farren was a brave soldier who came from Ireland and served in the U.S. Army. He was born in 1848. He was part of the 8th U.S. Cavalry during a time known as the Apache Wars. He earned a very special award called the Medal of Honor for his courage. He showed great bravery while fighting in the Black Mountains of Arizona between August and October 1868.

Who Was Daniel Farren?

Daniel Farren was born in 1848 in a place called County Londonderry, which is in Ireland. Later, he moved to the United States. He joined the U.S. Army in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Serving in the U.S. Cavalry

Daniel Farren became a soldier in Company B of the 8th U.S. Cavalry. His job was to serve on the frontier in the Arizona Territory. This was in the late 1860s. He was part of a small group of about 50 to 60 soldiers. These soldiers mostly came from Company B and Company L. Their important mission was to protect settlers from Apache groups. This happened during the late summer and autumn of 1868.

Bravery in the Black Mountains

Farren and his fellow soldiers often faced the Apache during their patrols. They sometimes fought in ambushes or faced sniper attacks from hidden ravines. Many soldiers were recognized for their bravery during this time. Daniel Farren was especially noted for his courage while fighting the Apache in the Black Mountains.

On July 24, 1869, Daniel Farren was one of thirty-four soldiers who received the Medal of Honor. This was one of the largest groups to receive the award at that time. He earned it for his "bravery in scouts and actions against Indians." After October 1870, not much is known about what happened to him.

See also

• List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Indian Wars