Patrick Shanahan (Medal of Honor)
| Patrick Shanahan | |
|---|---|
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| Born |
November 6, 1867 Ireland |
| Died | December 7, 1937 |
| Place of burial | Arlington National Cemetery |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1892 - 1922 |
| Rank | Lieutenant |
| Unit | USS Alliance |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Patrick Shanahan (November 6, 1867 – December 7, 1937) was a United States Navy sailor who received the Medal of Honor.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Chief Boatswain's Mate, U.S. Navy. Born: November 6, 1867, Ireland. Accredited to: New York. G.O. No.: 534, November 29, 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Alliance, 28 May 1899. Displaying heroism, Shanahan rescued William Steven, quartermaster, first class, from drowning.
See also
External links
- "Patrick Shanahan". Claim to Fame: Medal of Honor recipients. Find a Grave. Retrieved 2008-09-16.
- Arlington National Cemetery
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