Joseph Burger (Medal of Honor)
Joseph Burger (April 16, 1848 – January 2, 1921) was an Austrian German soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Burger received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for heroism during combat at Nolensville, Tennessee on February 15, 1863, when Burger was 14 years of age. He was honored with the award on September 11, 1897.
Joseph Burger | |
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| Born | April 16, 1848 County of Tyrol, Austrian Empire (present-day Tyrol, Austria) |
| Died | January 2, 1921 (aged 72) St. Paul, Minnesota, United States |
| Buried | Oakland Cemetery, St. Paul, Minnesota |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861–1865 |
| Rank | Private |
| Unit | 2nd Regiment Minnesota Volunteer Infantry |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
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