William P. Hogarty, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Medal of Honor recipient
Date of Birth: 16-Feb-1840
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, United States
Date of Death: 23-Oct-1914
Profession: military personnel
Nationality: United States
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius 
About William P. Hogarty
- William Patrick Hogarty (February 16, 1840 - October 23, 1914) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War.
- Hogarty received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.
- Hogarty's medal was won for his actions during two battles, in the Battle of Antietam, Maryland on September 17, 1862, and the Battle of Fredericksburg, Virginia on December 13, 1862.
- He was honored with the award on June 22, 1891.Hogarty born in New York City, and joined the 23rd New York Infantry from Elmira, New York in May 1861.
- He was discharged in January 1863, but was commissioned as a second lieutenant with the Veteran Reserve Corps two years later.
- Despite his disability, he continued serving in the Army until retiring in December 1870.
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