| Joseph Cable | |
|---|---|
| Born | January 1, 1848 Cape Girardeau, Missouri |
| Died | October 15, 1877 (aged 29) Bear Paw Mountain, Montana |
| Place of burial | Custer National Cemetery Crow Agency Montana |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/branch | United States Army |
| Rank | Corporal |
| Unit | Company I, 5th U.S. Infantry |
| Battles/wars | American Indian Wars |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Joseph Cable (January 1, 1848-October 15, 1877) was a United States Army soldier during the American Indian Wars who received the Medal of Honor for his actions at Cedar Creek, Montana and other campaigns.
Cable was born on January 1, 1848 in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. His official residence was listed as Madison, Wisconsin.[1]
He died October 15, 1877 at Bear Paw Mountain, Montana and is buried in Custer National Cemetery Crow Agency, Montana although the cemetery has no burial record for him.
His award citation reads:
For gallantry in engagements at Cedar Creek, Montana and other campaigns during the period 21 October 1876 to 8 January 1877, while serving with Company I, 5th U.S. Infantry.