Robert Niven (soldier), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death
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Medal of Honor recipient
Date of Birth: 18-Dec-1833
Place of Birth: Harlem, New York, United States
Date of Death: 21-Dec-1921
Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius 
About Robert Niven (soldier)
- Robert Niven (December 18, 1833 - December 21, 1921) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War.
- Niven received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor.
- Niven's medal was won for capturing two Confederate flags at the Battle of Waynesboro, Virginia, on March 2, 1865.
- He was honored with the award on March 26, 1865.Niven was born in Harlem in New York and entered service in Rochester.
- He was later buried in Lakewood, Rhode Island.
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