James McLeod (Medal of Honor)
James McLeod (b. 1836 to 1840 - d. June 5, 1898) was a Union Navy sailor in the American Civil War and a recipient of a Medal of Honor (the U.S. military's highest decoration), for his actions at the Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip.
James McLeod | |
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Civil War era Navy Medal of Honor | |
| Born | varying 1836 to 1840 recorded on ten Naval enlistments Glasgow, Scotland |
| Died | June 5, 1898 either on the hospital ship USS Solace (AH-2) or at the Brooklyn Naval Hospital |
| Place of burial | Cypress Hills National Cemetery, Brooklyn, New York City |
| Allegiance | United States of America Union |
| Service/ | United States Navy Union Navy |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1898 |
| Rank | Captain of the Foretop |
| Unit | USS Colorado USS Pensacola |
| Battles/wars | American Civil War • Battle of Forts Jackson and St. Philip |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
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