James Mulligan medal find Leelo

[leelo]

Hello all, found this item by the ghost town yesterday. Large medal, the size of a silver dollar, and is enscribed, "Lay me down and save the Flag" to commemorate Colonel James Mulligan of the 23rd Illinois Volunteers. Born in 1830-1864, On the back of the coin, " To commemorate the valor of our soldiers, and sailors 1861-1865, and 1898-1901. Givin by Illinois state board of agriculture. In great shape, as you can see his bar handled mustache and union coat. If anyone can give input to this find, Contact me at Leelocatch24@yahoo.com to view the coin go to Putfile.com/leelocatch24

Happy New Year,
Leelo

....my friend. It looks to be in excellent condition too! Hope you can get some input as to the history of the medallion!

[INDY]

Great Find Leelo, you are on fire these days.
The link that Free posted , gives some nice info about this colonel. Can't wait to see what other fantastic finds you will be posting.
continued Good Luck

[Dull Knife]

Originally Posted by Free2Dtect

Here is the info Illinois Immigrant Heroes of the Civil War

This is the first time I've ever heard about the "Illinois Immigrant Heroes of the Civil War"......I'm wondering if this is a book??? If so maybe there are pictures, as I've been looking for a pic of my Great Grand Father.

Guess I'd better dig out the book on my Great Grand Father....as at this time, I cannot remember what regiment he was with.

[zekemilli4TN]

My name is James Milligan. My great great Grandfather was rumored to be a soldier during that time. I was hoping that you might be able to send me a picture of this medal as it might be one that has a picture of my great-great grandfather who just happened to be a soldier during that time and his name was also James Mulligan but the last name changed sometime late after the war. I thank you in advance for looking at this post and you can email me the picture if you like at this email address: zekemilli4@yahoo.com.
Thanks,

James Milligan