Louis J. Van Schaick

Louis J. Van Schaick
Birth nameLouis Joseph Van Schaick
Born(1875-07-01)July 1, 1875
Cobleskill, New York, U.S.
DiedFebruary 14, 1945(1945-02-14) (aged 69)
Baguio, Philippines
Allegiance United States of America
Branch United States Army
Years of service1899–1934
Rank Colonel
Unit4th U.S. Infantry
Battles / warsPhilippine–American War
Border War
World War I
AwardsMedal of Honor
Purple Heart
Spouse(s)Nellie Mae Van Schaick
RelationsJohn van Schaick Jr. (brother)
John Van Schaick (father)

Louis Joseph Van Schaick (July 1, 1875 – February 14, 1945) was an officer in the United States Army and a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions in the Philippine–American War.

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