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Patrick H. Doody
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| Born | July 7, 1840 Ireland |
| Died | March 5, 1924 (aged 83) Woodside, New York |
| Buried |
Calvary Cemetery
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| Allegiance | United States of America |
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United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862 - 1865 |
| Rank | First Sergeant |
| Unit |  164th New York Volunteer Infantry - Company E |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Cold Harbor |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Patrick H. Doody (July 7, 1840 – March 5, 1924) was an Irish soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Doody received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Cold Harbor in Virginia on 7 June 1864. He was honored with the award on December 13, 1893.
Biography
Doody was born in Ireland on July 7, 1840. He joined the 164th New York Infantry in August 1862, and mustered out with his regiment in July 1865. He died on March 5, 1924. His remains are interred at the Calvary Cemetery in New York.
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