He was honored with the award on 19 May 1887 .
Cooke received the country 's highest award for bravery during combat , the Medal of Honor , for his action at Bull Run in Virginia on 21 July 1861 .
Cooke was honored with the award on 19 May 1887 .
Cooke received the country 's highest award for bravery during combat , the Medal of Honor , for his action at Bull Run in Virginia on 21 July 1861 .