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Henry Rodenburg (–13 December 1899) was a
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soldier who received the
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. His award came for gallantry in the
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.


Biography

Rodenburg was born in
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in 1851. He joined the army and achieved the rank of corporal. Rodenburg died on 13 December 1899 and is buried in
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in
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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."


See also

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List of Medal of Honor recipients The Medal of Honor was created during the American Civil War and is the highest military decoration presented by the United States government to a member of its armed forces. Recipients must have distinguished themselves at the risk of their own ...
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List of Medal of Honor recipients for the Indian Wars The Indian Wars is the name used by the United States government to describe a series of military conflicts between the United States and Indigenous peoples from 1776 to 1898. Medal of Honor The Medal of Honor was created during the American ...


References

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