About 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.

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Occupation: military physician, surgeon
Citizenship: United States
Born: June 24, 1830
Died: December 15, 1917

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Bernard J. D. Irwin

United States Army Medal of Honor recipient (1830-1917)

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About Bernard J. D. Irwin

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Occupation: military physician, surgeon
Citizenship: United States
Born: June 24, 1830
Died: December 15, 1917

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Facts from Wikidata (CC0). Image by US Air Force via Wikimedia Commons (Public domain).

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