Jeremiah Z. Brown
Recipient of the Medal of Honor
About Jeremiah Z. Brown
Lived 1839 – 1916 (aged 76). Jeremiah Z. Brown was an American.
Captain Jeremiah Zachariah Brown (November 7, 1839 – February 19, 1916) was a Union soldier who fought in the American Civil War with the 148th Pennsylvania Infantry. He was one of four members of the regiment to receive the Medal of Honor, the United States' the highest award for bravery during combat.
Brown joined the army from Rimersburg, Pennsylvania in September 1862, and was commissioned as an officer the next year. He was mustered out in June 1865.
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Who was Jeremiah Z. Brown?
Recipient of the Medal of Honor (1839–1916)
When was Jeremiah Z. Brown born?
Jeremiah Z. Brown was born on 7 November 1839 in Rural Valley.
When did Jeremiah Z. Brown die?
Jeremiah Z. Brown died on 19 February 1916 in Pennsylvania.
What nationality was Jeremiah Z. Brown?
Jeremiah Z. Brown was American.
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