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Robert Niven
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| Born | December 18, 1833 Harlem, New York |
| Died | December 21, 1921 |
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| Allegiance |  United States of America |
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 United States Army |
| Rank | Second Lieutenant |
| Unit |  Company H, 8th New York Volunteer Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles/wars | Battle of Waynesboro American Civil War |
| Awards |  Medal of Honor |
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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