Joseph Cable (Medal of Honor)
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Joseph A. Cable (January 1, 1848 – October 15, 1877) was a United States Army soldier during the American Indian Wars who received the Medal of Honor for his actions at Cedar Creek, Montana and other campaigns.
For the U.S. Representative from Ohio, see Joseph Cable.
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Born | (1848-01-01)January 1, 1848 Cape Girardeau, Missouri |
Died | October 15, 1877(1877-10-15) (aged 29) Montana |
Place of burial | Custer National Cemetery, Crow Agency, Montana |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Army |
Rank | Corporal |
Unit | Company I, 5th U.S. Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Indian Wars |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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