Bernard J. D. Irwin
Bernard John Dowling Irwin (June 24, 1830 – December 15, 1917) was an assistant army surgeon during the Apache Wars and the first (chronologically by action) Medal of Honor recipient. His actions on February 13, 1861 are the earliest for which the Medal of Honor was awarded.
Read more about Bernard J. D. Irwin: Cochise and The Army, February 13, 1861, The Medal of Honor, Family
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