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Philip Gaughan (March 17, 1865 - December 31, 1913) was a sergeant serving in the United States Marine Corps during the Spanish–American War who received the Medal of Honor for bravery.
Biography
Gaughan was born on March 17, 1865 in Belmullet, County Mayo, Ireland. He joined the Marine Corps from Philadelphia in July 1887.
Gaughan died on December 31, 1913 while still in active service, and is buried at Holy Cross Cemetery in Yeadon, Pennsylvania. His grave can be found in the section 54, range 12, lot 42.
Medal of Honor citation
Rank and organization: Sergeant, U .S. Marine Corps. Born: 17 March 1865, Belmullet, Ireland. Accredited to: Pennsylvania. G.O. No.: 521, 7 July 1899.
Citation:
On board the U.S.S. Nashville during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Gaughan set an example of extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.