Andrew Kuder

Andrew Kuder (1838 - April 30, 1899) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Kuder received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.[1] Kuder's medal was won for capturing the flag during the Battle of Waynesboro on March 2, 1865.[1] He was honored with the award on March 26, 1865.[2]

Andrew Kuder
Born	1838 Groveland, New York
Died	April 30, 1899
Buried	Conesus, New York
Allegiance	United States of America
Service/branch	United States Army
Rank	Second Lieutenant
Unit	Company G, 8th New York Cavalry
Battles/wars	Battle of Waynesboro American Civil War
Awards	Medal of Honor

Kuder was born in Groveland, New York, entered service in Rochester, and was buried in Conesus, New York.[1][2]

Medal of Honor citation

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Second Lieutenant Andrew Kuder, United States Army, for extraordinary heroism on 2 March 1865, while serving with Company G, 8th New York Cavalry, in action at Waynesboro, Virginia, for capture of flag.[1]

See also

• List of American Civil War Medal of Honor recipients: G–L

References

1. "Andrew Kuder". Archived from the original on June 29, 2014. Retrieved June 27, 2014.
2. "Civil War (G-L) Medal of Honor Recipients". Retrieved June 27, 2014.