Howell G. Trogden

Howell Gilliam Trogden (October 24, 1841 – December 2, 1910) was an American soldier who fought in the American Civil War. Trogden received his country's highest award for bravery during combat, the Medal of Honor. Trogden's medal was won for his gallantry at the Battle of Vicksburg in Mississippi on May 22, 1863. He was honored with the award on August 3, 1894.

Trogden was born in Cedar Falls, North Carolina, and entered service in St. Louis, Missouri, and was buried in Los Angeles, California.