U.S. Army
Nolan, John J.ConflictCivil War
RankSecond Lieutenant
Year of Action1862
Unit/CommandCompany K, 8th New Hampshire Infantry
HometownThurles
Citation
Although prostrated by a cannon shot, refused to give up the flag which he was carrying as color bearer of his regiment and continued to carry it at the head of the regiment throughout the engagement.
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