Robert A. Lower
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient
About Robert A. Lower
Lived 1844 – 1918 (aged 73). Robert A. Lower was an American.
Robert Alison Lower (April 11, 1844 – January 31, 1918) was a private in the Union Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the American Civil War.
Lower joined the 55th Illinois Infantry in October 1861, and was mustered out in October 1864.
Medal of Honor citation Rank and organization. Private, Company K, 55th Illinois Infantry. Place and date: At Vicksburg, Miss., May 22, 1863. Entered service at: Elmwood, Ill. Birth: Illinois. Date of issue: September 2, 1893.
Citation:
Gallantry in the charge of the "volunteer storming party."
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Who was Robert A. Lower?
American Civil War Medal of Honor recipient (1844-1918)
When was Robert A. Lower born?
Robert A. Lower was born on 11 April 1844 in Mattoon.
When did Robert A. Lower die?
Robert A. Lower died on 31 January 1918 in Yates City.
What nationality was Robert A. Lower?
Robert A. Lower was American.
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