| John Corcoran | |
|---|---|
| Born | June 24, 1842 |
| Died | June 19, 1919 (aged 76) |
| Place of birth | Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
| Place of burial | Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States ArmyUnion Army |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | Company G, 1st Rhode Island Light Artillery |
| Battles/wars | Third Battle of Petersburg |
| Awards |
 Medal of Honor |
John Corcoran (June 24, 1842 - December 2, 1915) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography[]
Corcoran served in the Union Army in the 1st Rhode Island Light Artillery for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on November 2, 1887 for his actions at the Third Battle of Petersburg.
Medal of Honor citation[]
Citation:
Was one of a detachment of 20 picked artillerymen who voluntarily accompanied an infantry assaulting party, and who turned upon the enemy the guns captured in the assault.[1]
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External links[]
- John Corcoran (Medal of Honor) at Hall of Valor
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