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Michael McNamara
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Medal of Honor recipient
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| Born | 1839 County Clare, Ireland |
| Died | 1907 (aged 67–68) |
| Place of burial |
Holy Name Cemetery, Jersey City, New Jersey
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1868–1872 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | USS Benicia (1868) |
| Battles/wars | Korean Expedition |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Michael McNamara (1839–1907) was a U.S. Marine who received the Medal of Honor for actions during the Korean Expedition in 1871.
McNamara enlisted in the Marine Corps from Brooklyn in November 1868, and was honorably discharged four years later.
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