Richard J. Nolan

Richard J. Nolan (January 1, 1848 – August 26, 1905) served in the United States Army during the American Indian Wars. He received the Medal of Honor.

For other people named Richard Nolan, see Richard Nolan (disambiguation).
Richard J. Nolan
Born(1848-01-01)January 1, 1848
Ireland
DiedAugust 26, 1905(1905-08-26) (aged 57)
Place of burial
United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery in Washington, D.C.
AllegianceUnited States of America
Service/branchUnited States Army
Years of service1886 - 1891
RankSergeant
UnitCompany I, 7th U.S. Cavalry
Battles/warsAmerican Indian Wars
AwardsMedal of Honor

Nolan was born on January 1, 1848, in Ireland. His official residence was listed as Milwaukee, Wisconsin.[1] He joined the army from Fort Totten, Dakota Territory in September 1886, and was discharged in August 1891.[2] He died on August 26, 1905, and was buried at the United States Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery in Washington, D.C.[3]

Medal of Honor citation

His award citation reads:

For bravery in action on 30 December 1890, while serving with Company I, 7th U.S. Cavalry, in action at White Clay Creek, South Dakota.

See also

References
  1. "Home of Heroes". Retrieved 2009-12-18.
  2. Register of Enlistments in the US Army, 1798-1914
  3. "Richard J. Nolan". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2009-12-18.
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