Denis Buckley (Medal of Honor)
Denis (or Dennis) Buckley (c. 1844 - July 20, 1864) was a Canadian-born soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Buckley received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Peachtree Creek in Georgia on July 20, 1864. He was honored with the award on April 7, 1865.
Denis Buckley | |
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| Born | c. 1844 Lindsay, Canada West |
| Died | July 20, 1864 (aged 19–20) Georgia |
| Buried | Marietta National Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
| Years of service | 1862–1864 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 136th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry - Company G |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Peachtree Creek |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
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