Mr. Savacool was born in Jackson, Michigan in 1835.
He entered military service at Marshall, Michigan. Edwin attained
the rank of Captain in Company K, 1st New York (Lincoln) Cavalry
during the Civil War.
Savacool received the citation and Congressional Medal of Honor
for capturing the enemy flag during the battle at Sailor’s
Creek, Virginia in April of 1865. He was wounded during the battle
and was taken to a hospital in Washington D.C. He died as a result
of his wounds
.
Edwin F. Savacool died on June 5, 1865 as a result of wounds he
received during the battle at Sailor’s Creek on April 6, 1865.
His remains were shipped to Marshall, Michigan and he was buried
in Oakridge Cemetery. His remains were moved to Elmwood Cemetery
on January 13, 1883.
Born: 1835
Died: June 6, 1865
Buried: Section A2, Lot 59
