James Robb Church

James Robb Church
Colonel James Robb Church
Born(1866-01-01)January 1, 1866
Chicago, Illinois, US
DiedMay 18, 1923(1923-05-18) (aged 57)
Place of burial
Allegiance United States of America
Service / branch United States Army
RankAssistant Surgeon and later Colonel
Unit1st United States Volunteer Cavalry Regiment
Battles / warsSpanish–American War
World War I
AwardsMedal of Honor
Other workAuthor, medical attache, doctor

James Robb Church (January 1, 1866 – May 18, 1923) was a United States Army Assistant Surgeon who received the Medal of Honor for his actions as part of the Rough Riders regiment during the Spanish–American War. He also served in World War I, and wrote about the effects of poison gas and his experiences as a wartime doctor.