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Luther Kaltenbach — 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

Infantry#417of 1502

American Civil War#10of 1091

Battle of Nashville#1of 11

Luther Kaltenbach

Sergeant, U.S. Army

American Civil WarBattle of Nashville

Awards & Decorations

Medal of Honor
Civil War Campaign Medal

Ribbon Rack

Biography

Luther Kaltenbach was a United States Army soldier who served during the American Civil War. He achieved the rank of Sergeant and was recognized for his valor during the conflict.

For his actions during the war, Kaltenbach was awarded the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military decoration for valor. His service remains an honorable part of the history of the American Civil War.

His legacy is preserved as one of the distinguished recipients of the Medal of Honor, representing the dedication of the Union soldiers during one of the nation's most challenging eras.

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Score Breakdown

Medal of Honor(base 100)

+100

Heroic Score100 pts