John Denny (Medal of Honor) facts for kids

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Sergeant John Denny
Born	1846 Big Flats, New York, US
Died	November 26, 1901 (aged 54–55)
Place of burial	United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery Washington, D.C.
Allegiance	United States
Service/branch	United States Army
Years of service	1867–1897
Rank	First Sergeant
Unit	9th Cavalry Regiment
Battles/wars	American Indian Wars
Awards	Medal of Honor

John Denny was a brave soldier who lived from 1846 to 1901. He was a Buffalo Soldier in the United States Army. He received the Medal of Honor, which is America's highest award for military bravery. He earned this award for his actions during the American Indian Wars in the western United States.

A Soldier's Life

John Denny joined the U.S. Army in 1869. He came from Elmira, New York. By September 18, 1879, he had become a First Sergeant. This was a high rank for a non-commissioned officer. He served in Company C of the 9th Cavalry Regiment.

Heroic Actions

On September 18, 1879, Sergeant Denny's unit was in a battle. They fought against Chief Victorio and his group of Apaches. This fight happened at Las Animas Canyon in New Mexico. During the battle, Sergeant Denny showed great courage. He moved a wounded friend to a safe place. He did this while under heavy enemy fire.

Medal of Honor

For his brave actions, Sergeant Denny was given the Medal of Honor. This is the highest military award in the United States. He received this special award fifteen years later, in January 1895.

Life After Service

Sergeant Denny retired from the Army in September 1897. He had reached the rank of corporal by then. He received a pension, which is money paid regularly after retirement. He also worked at the store at Fort Robinson. Later, around 1899, he moved to the US Soldiers' Home in Washington, D.C.. He passed away there in 1901. John Denny was buried at the United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery in Washington, D.C..