GA.BH.23.3.2

A pension certificate issued to Michael Dougherty, acknowledging his service during the Civil War and granting him a military pension. This reissue reflects that he was receiving a "special pension" as part of the Medal of Honor Roll. The certificate details his rank, service with Company B of the 13th Pennsylvania Cavalry, and the terms of his pension, highlighting Dougherty's post-war life and the government's recognition of his military service and sacrifices.

U.S. Government

The Grundy Archive

September 28, 1916

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Michael Dougherty Collection (GA.BH.23)

Printed certificate on paper, 15 7/8 x 10 7/16 inches

English

United States: 1916