James Madison (Medal of Honor)

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James Madison
Nickname(s)A.K.A. James Congdon
Born1842
Niagara, New York
DiedAugust 7, 1926 (aged 8384)
Allegiance United States of America
Service/branch United States Army
Years of service1861 - 1865
Rank Sergeant
Unit Flag of New York (1778-1901).svg Company E, 8th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment
Battles/wars American Civil War
Awards Medal of Honor

James Madison (1842 - August 7, 1926) was a Sergeant in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his role in the American Civil War. "James Madison" was an alias, his true name was James Congdon.

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Congdon enlisted in the Army from Fairport, New York in October 1861, but was discharged for disability in January 1862. Despite this, he re-enlisted in May 1862, and fought at the Battle of Culpeper Court House, where he was wounded. He mustered out with his regiment in June 1865. [1]

Medal of Honor citation

Rank and organization. Sergeant, Company E, 8th New York Cavalry. Place and date: At Waynesboro, Virginia, March 2, 1865. Entered service at: Fairport, New York. Birth: Niagara, New York. Date of issue: March 26, 1865.

Citation:

Recapture of Gen. Crook's headquarters flag. [2]

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References

  1. Regimental roster
  2. "James Madison". Medal of Honor recipients: Civil War (M-Z). United States Army Center of Military History. June 8, 2009. Archived from the original on February 23, 2009. Retrieved 2007-01-01.
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