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Daniel Armer Kelly
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| Born | March 19, 1841 Groveland, New York |
| Died | January 18, 1912 (aged 70) |
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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 United States Army |
| Years of service | 1862 - 1865 |
| Rank | Quartermaster Sergeant |
| Unit |  Company G, 8th New York Cavalry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Waynesboro American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Daniel Armer Kelly (March 19, 1841 - January 18, 1912) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Kelly received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Kelly's medal was won for his extraordinary heroism during the Battle of Waynesboro, in Virginia on March 2, 1865. He was honored with the award on March 26, 1865.
Kelly was born in Groveland, New York. He joined the Army in August 1862, and mustered out with his regiment in June 1865. Kelly was buried in Reading, Michigan.
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