Theodore Schwan
US Army Medal of Honor recipient (1841–1926) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the German physiologist, see Theodor Schwann.
Theodore Schwan (July 9, 1841 – May 27, 1926) was a Union Army officer during the American Civil War who received the Medal of Honor for his actions at the Battle of Peebles' Farm. He also served with distinction during the Spanish–American and Philippine–American Wars.
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Theodore Schwan | |
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Born | (1841-07-09)July 9, 1841 Bremerhaven, Germany |
Died | May 27, 1926(1926-05-27) (aged 84) Washington, D.C., US |
Place of burial | |
Allegiance | United States of America Union |
Service/ | United States Army Union Army |
Years of service | 1857–1901 |
Rank | Major General |
Unit | 10th U.S. Infantry 11th U.S. Infantry |
Battles/wars | American Civil War Philippine–American War |
Awards | Medal of Honor |
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