John A. Kirkwood
United States Army soldier and Medal of Honor recipient
About John A. Kirkwood
Lived 1851 – 1930 (aged 78). John A. Kirkwood was an American military personnel.
John A. Kirkwood (October 29, 1851 – May 11, 1930) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions in the Indian Wars of the western United States.
Biography Kirkwood was born on October 29, 1851, in Allegheny, Pennsylvania (now part of Pittsburgh).
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Who was John A. Kirkwood?
United States Army soldier and Medal of Honor recipient
When was John A. Kirkwood born?
John A. Kirkwood was born on 29 October 1851 in Allegheny.
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John A. Kirkwood died on 11 May 1930 in Washington, D.C..
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John A. Kirkwood was a military personnel.
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John A. Kirkwood was American.
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