Joseph E. Brandle
American Medal of Honor recipient
About Joseph E. Brandle
Lived 1835 – 1909 (aged 73). Joseph E. Brandle was an American.
Joseph E. Brandle (October 8, 1839 – May 13, 1909) was an American soldier who received the Medal of Honor for valor during the American Civil War.
Biography Brandle served in the American Civil War in the 17th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry for the Union Army. He received the Medal of Honor on July 20, 1897, for his actions at Lenoir City, Tennessee.
Medal of Honor citation Citation:
While color bearer of his regiment, having been twice wounded and the sight of one eye destroyed, still held to the colors until ordered to the rear by his regimental commander.
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Who was Joseph E. Brandle?
American Medal of Honor recipient (1839–1909)
When was Joseph E. Brandle born?
Joseph E. Brandle was born on 8 October 1835 in Seneca County.
When did Joseph E. Brandle die?
Joseph E. Brandle died on 13 May 1909.
What nationality was Joseph E. Brandle?
Joseph E. Brandle was American.
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