Robert M. Cox
| Robert M. Cox | |
|---|---|
| Born |
March 19, 1845 Guernsey County, Ohio |
| Died |
October 26, 1932 (aged 87) Prairie City, Illinois |
| Buried at | Prairie City Cemetery |
| Allegiance |
 United States of America |
| Service/branch |
 United States Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit |
 Company K, 55th Illinois Infantry |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Vicksburg |
| Awards |
 Medal of Honor |
Corporal Robert M. Cox (March 19, 1845–October 26, 1932) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Cox received the country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor, for his action during the Battle of Vicksburg in Mississippi on May 22, 1863. He was honored with the award on December 31, 1892.[1][2][3]
Biography
Cox was born in Guernsey County, Ohio, on March 19, 1845. He enlisted into the 55th Illinois Infantry. He died on October 26, 1932, and his remains are interred at the Prairie City Cemetery in Illinois.
Medal of Honor citation
Bravely defended the colors planted on the outward parapet of Fort Hill.[1][2]
See also
References
- 1 2 "Civil War (A-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 24 November 2013.
- 1 2 "Robert Mitchell Cox". Retrieved 24 November 2013.
- ↑ "U.S. Army Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved 24 November 2013.
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