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Navy Federal Credit Union
Patrick
Rogan
1847

–

December 27, 1912

Cemetery:

City Cemetery (St. Joseph’s Catholic Secton)

Patrick Rogan and Medal of Honor recipient Milden Wilson became brothers-in-law when they married the sisters of fellow Medal of Honor recipient John McLennon. All three men earned the Medals of Honor during the Indian Wars.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Sergeant

    Division:

    7th U.S. Infantry

    Action Date:

    August 9, 1877
    Date of Issue: December 2, 1878

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Sergeant Patrick Rogan, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 9 August 1877, while serving with Company A, 7th U.S. Infantry, in action at Big Hole, Montana. Sergeant Rogan verified and reported the company while subjected to a galling fire from the enemy.