Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient. He entered the Union Navy at Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts. He served as a Signal Quartermaster. He was awarded the CMOH for action in North Carolina and it was issued by General Order Number 59, dated June 22, 1865. His citation reads "Served on board the USS Rhode Island during the actions with Fort Fisher and the Federal Point batteries, 13 to 15 January 1865. Carrying out his duties courageously during the battle, Foy continued to be outstanding by his good conduct and faithful services throughout the engagement, which resulted in a heavy casualty list when an attempt was made to storm Fort Fisher."
Civil War Medal of Honor Recipient. He entered the Union Navy at Springfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts. He served as a Signal Quartermaster. He was awarded the CMOH for action in North Carolina and it was issued by General Order Number 59, dated June 22, 1865. His citation reads "Served on board the USS Rhode Island during the actions with Fort Fisher and the Federal Point batteries, 13 to 15 January 1865. Carrying out his duties courageously during the battle, Foy continued to be outstanding by his good conduct and faithful services throughout the engagement, which resulted in a heavy casualty list when an attempt was made to storm Fort Fisher."
Bio by: Don Morfe
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