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John Corcoran — Victoria Cross

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Heroic Score1001058th out of 4481

Number of Medals2

Total Heroic & Non-Heroic Score1022194 of 4481

U.S. Army#443of 2016

Artillery#23of 82

American Civil War#10of 1091

Third Battle of Petersburg#1of 28

John Corcoran

Private, U.S. Army

American Civil WarThird Battle of Petersburg

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor
Civil War Campaign Medal

Ribbon Rack

Biography

John Corcoran was an American soldier who served as a Private in the United States Army. He is distinguished for his actions during the American Civil War, during which he demonstrated exceptional bravery in combat.

For his gallantry on the battlefield, Corcoran was awarded the Medal of Honor, the United States' highest military decoration for valor.

His service during this defining conflict in American history remains a testament to the dedication of the Union soldiers who fought during the Civil War.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

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Heroic Score100 pts