Jacob Koogle
American Medal of Honor recipient
About Jacob Koogle
Lived 1841 – 1915 (aged 73).
Jacob Koogle (December 5, 1841 – March 16, 1915) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Koogle received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Koogle's medal was won for capturing the flag at the Battle of Five Forks in Virginia on April 1, 1865.
Koogle was born in Frederick, Maryland, and was buried in Myersville, Maryland.
Medal of Honor citation
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Who was Jacob Koogle?
American Medal of Honor recipient (1841-1915)
When was Jacob Koogle born?
Jacob Koogle was born on 5 December 1841 in Frederick.
When did Jacob Koogle die?
Jacob Koogle died on 16 March 1915.
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