Sponsored by:

Navy Federal Credit Union
James
Brophy
May 20, 1846

–

August 7, 1929

Cemetery:

Soldiers Home National Cemetery

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Division:

    8th U.S. Cavalry

    Action Date:

    1868
    Date of Issue: July 24, 1869

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private James Brophy, United States Army, for bravery in scouts and actions against Indians during 1868, while serving with Company B, 8th U.S. Cavalry, in Arizona Territory.