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After he was wounded

Captain Hogarty created his own publicity about his bullet

Prior to enlistment

Captain Hogarty's "The Soldier's Prayer Book"

Daughter of Civil War Veteran

Dot's father, Michael Hogarty, did not give up on a military career, even though the bullet that ended his initial service remained lodged in his head. He reenlisted in 1865, and, after the war, continued with the army in Indian Territory until 1870. Hogarty was later promoted to the rank of captain. Captain Hogarty became involved in social organizations in the Union Colony and was very active in the Grand Army of the Republic.

The bullet which ended his first enlistment stayed with him until 1891, when it was removed by a Greeley doctor. During the 27 years the bullet remained imbedded, Hogarty suffered from vertigo and extreme headaches. Years later a second large fragment was expelled from Hogarty’s nose after he sneezed.

Captain Hogarty's fez

GAR ribbon

GAR delegate ribbon

Certificate of Dimit