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David L. Cockley
1843 – 1901
David L. Cockley served the U.S. Army. David was 58 years old.
Service Record
U.S. Army
Medal of Honor
4 December 1864 · At Waynesboro, Ga. · First Lieutenant, Company L, 10th Ohio Cavalry.
While acting as aide-de-camp to a general officer, he 3 times asked permission to join his regiment in a proposed charge upon the enemy, and in response to the last request, having obtained such permission, joined his regiment and fought bravely at its head throughout the action.
Awards & Decorations
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For valor
Medal of Honor - Army
While acting as aide-de-camp to a general officer, he 3 times asked permission to join his regiment in a proposed charge upon the enemy, and in response to the last request, having obtained such permission, joined his regiment and fought bravely at its head throughout the action.
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