John O'Dea?

archieclement

Colonel
Joined
Sep 17, 2011
Location
mo
Recently found he is buried near me. Irish immigrant joined 8th Mo inf (US).

During 2nd assault won MOH for Gallantry in charge of the volunteer storming party.

Curious if anyone knows more details. He survived war, is buried at Illinois Soldiers Home in Quincy Il.
 

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