Background
Leonard was born in Broadford, County Clare, Ireland to John and Mary Leonard.
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Career
Leonard enlisted at Camp Three Forks, Idaho Territory, and was stationed there during the late 1860s and early 1870s. By the time of his death, he had been promoted to sergeant, as can be seen on his gravestone. Leonard died on March 1, 1905 and was buried in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Lansing, Kansas.
Achievements
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Until 1984, it was believed that Leonard was a double recipient of the Medal of Honor. However, another Irishman, Patrick James Leonard had also received the Medal of Honor. His actions as a corporal at Grace Creek near Fort Hartsuff, Nebraska on April 28, 1876 lead to him being awarded the Medal of Honor on August 26, 1876.
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March 1, 1905 (aged 77)
Awards
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Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Corporal, Company A, 23d U.S. Infantry. Place and date: Near Fort Hartsuff, Nebr., April 28, 1876. Entered service at:------. Birth: Ireland. Date of issue: August 26, 1876. Citation: Gallantry in charge on hostile Sioux.Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization: Corporal, Company A, 23d U.S. Infantry. Place and date: Near Fort Hartsuff, Nebr., April 28, 1876. Entered service at:------. Birth: Ireland. Date of issue: August 26, 1876. Citation: Gallantry in charge on hostile Sioux.