Career
Brown joined the army from Rimersburg, Pennsylvania in September 1862, and was commissioned as an officer the next year. He was mustered out in June 1865.
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Jeremiah Brown
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Membership
He was one of four members of the regiment to receive the Medal of Honor: the United States" highest award for bravery during combat.
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Born
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February 19, 1916 (aged 76) -
Nationality
United States
Awards
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Medal of Honor Medal of Honor
The Medal of Honor is the United States of America's highest military honor, awarded for personal acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty.The Medal of Honor is the United States of America's highest military honor, awarded for personal acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty.