Joseph E. Brandle Explained

Joseph E. Brandle
Birth Date:8 October 1839
Placeofburial:Coldwater, Michigan
Placeofburial Label:Place of burial
Birth Place:Seneca County, Ohio
Allegiance: United States of America
Branch:
Union Army
Rank:Private
Unit: 17th Regiment Michigan Volunteer Infantry
Awards: Medal of Honor

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.[1]

External links

Notes and References

  1. http://www.cmohs.org/recipient-detail/142/brandle-joseph-e.php Congressional Medal of Honor Society