Jacob R. Tucker facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Jacob. Ruth Tucker
Born	April 1, 1845 Chester County, Pennsylvania
Died	February 16, 1926 Baltimore, Maryland
Allegiance	United States of America
Service/branch	United States Army Union Army
Rank	Corporal
Unit	Company G, 4th Maryland Infantry
Battles/wars	Battle of Gettysburg
Awards	Medal of Honor

Jacob. Ruth Tucker (born April 1, 1845 – died February 16, 1926) was an American soldier. He fought bravely during the American Civil War. Tucker earned the highest award for courage in combat, the Medal of Honor.

A Hero of the Civil War

Jacob. Ruth Tucker was born on April 1, 1845, in Chester County, Pennsylvania. When he was a young man, the American Civil War began. This was a big conflict in the United States from 1861 to 1865.

Tucker chose to serve his country. He joined the Union Army, which was the army of the northern states. He became a Corporal, a leader of a small group of soldiers.

Bravery in Battle

Corporal Tucker was part of Company G of the 4th Maryland Infantry. He fought in important battles during the war. One of these was the Battle of Gettysburg, a very famous and difficult battle.

His greatest act of bravery happened on April 1, 1865. This was during the Third Battle of Petersburg in Virginia. Tucker showed incredible courage during the fighting.

The Medal of Honor

Because of his heroism at Petersburg, Jacob. Ruth Tucker was given the Medal of Honor. This is the highest award a soldier can receive for bravery in combat. It is given to those who show extreme courage and selflessness.

He received this special award on April 22, 1871. It was a way to honor his amazing actions during the war.

Later Life

After the war, Jacob. Ruth Tucker lived a long life. He passed away in Baltimore, Maryland, on February 16, 1926. He is remembered as a brave soldier who served his country with honor.