Absalom Jordan
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Absalom Jordan | |
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 Jordon in 1865 | |
| Born | c. 1840 |
| Died | May 3, 1888 (aged 47–48) |
| Buried | Lovett, Indiana, US |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Branch |  United States Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit |  Company A, 3rd Indiana Cavalry |
| Conflicts | American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Absalom Jordan (c. 1840 - May 3, 1888) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Jordan received the United States' highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Jordan's medal was won for his capturing a flag at the Battle of Sailor's Creek, Virginia on April 6, 1865[1] He was honored with the award on May 3, 1865.[2]
Jordan was born in Brown County, Ohio, entered service in Madison, Indiana, and was buried in Lovett, Indiana.[1]