August Kauss
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United States of AmericaAugust Kauss | |
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| Born | November 6, 1843 Germany |
| Died | 27 April 1913 (aged 69) New York |
| Buried | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1861 - 1865 |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit |  Company H, 15th New York Heavy Artillery |
| Battles / wars | Battle of Five Forks American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
Corporal August Kauss (or Kautz) (November 6, 1843 – April 27, 1913) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Kauss received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Kauss's medal was won for capturing the battle flag of the 22nd South Carolina Volunteer Infantry [2] at the Battle of Five Forks in Virginia on April 1, 1865.[1] He was honored with the award on May 10, 1865.[3]
Kauss was born in Germany. He joined the 8th New York Infantry from New York City in April 1861, and mustered out with this regiment after two years.[4] He re-enlisted with the 15th New York Heavy Artillery in August 1863, and again mustered out with his regiment after two years.[5] Kauss was buried in Hurley, New York.[1]