Henry Rodenburg

Henry Rodenburg (c. 1851–13 December 1899) was a United States Army soldier who received the Medal of Honor. His award came for gallantry in the Indian Wars.^[1]

Henry Rodenburg
Grave of Henry Rodenburg
Born	c. 1851[1] Germany
Died	December 13, 1899(1899-12-13) (aged 48) New York City, US
Place of burial	Cypress Hills National Cemetery
Allegiance	United States of America
Branch	United States Army
Rank	Corporal
Battles / wars	Indian Wars
Awards	Medal of Honor

Biography

Rodenburg was born in Germany in 1851. He joined the army and achieved the rank of corporal.

Rodenburg died on 13 December 1899 and is buried in Cypress Hills National Cemetery in New York City.

Medal of Honor citation

"For gallantry in engagements at Cedar Creek, Montana and other campaigns during the period 21 October 1876 to 8 January 1877, while serving with Company A, 5th U.S. Infantry. Private Rodenburg served in a series of engagements against the Sioux Indians in the Montana Territory. In actions at Cedar Creek, Private Rodenburg personally helped in the security of settlers throughout the region. For extreme gallantry, he was awarded the Medal of Honor and promoted Corporal. Date of Issue: 27 April 1877."^[2]

See also

• Biography portal

• List of Medal of Honor recipients
• List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Indian Wars