About Joseph Davis
Lived 1838 – 1895 (aged 57). Joseph Davis was an American and British soldier.
Corporal Joseph Davis (born May 22, 1838) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Davis received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Second Battle of Franklin in Tennessee on November 30, 1864. He was honored with the award on February 4, 1865.
Biography Davis was born in Monmouthshire, Wales on May 22, 1838. He enlisted in the 104th Ohio Infantry. His remains are interred at the Boatman Memorial Cemetery in East Palestine, Ohio.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Joseph Davis?
Medal of Honor recipient (1838-1895)
When was Joseph Davis born?
Joseph Davis was born on 22 May 1838 in Monmouth.
When did Joseph Davis die?
Joseph Davis died on 22 May 1895 in East Palestine.
What was Joseph Davis's occupation?
Joseph Davis was a soldier.
What nationality was Joseph Davis?
Joseph Davis was American and British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Joseph Davis (Medal of Honor)
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