Oscar R. Burkard | |
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 Oscar Burkard wearing the Medal of Honor. | |
| Born | December 21, 1877 Achern, Baden-Württemberg, Germany |
| Died | February 18, 1950 (aged 72) Rome, New York, United States |
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service |  United States Army |
| Years of service | 1898–1930 |
| Rank |  Major |
| Unit | 3rd U.S. Infantry |
| Battles / wars | Indian Wars World War I |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Oscar Rudolph Burkard (December 21, 1877 – February 18, 1950) was a German-American soldier who served in the U.S. Army during the Indian Wars and World War I. In 1899, he received the Medal of Honor for his actions during the Battle of Sugar Point. Aside from being the only non-combatant to be decorated from that engagement, Burkard was also the last man to receive the medal during the Indian Wars.[1][2][3]
- ^ King, Steven C. Seeds of War. Bloomington, Indiana: AuthorHouse, 2007. (pg. 83) ISBN 1-4343-0212-1
- ^ Owens, Ron. Medal of Honor: Historical Facts & Figures. Paducah, Kentucky: Turner Publishing Company, 2004. (pg. 57) ISBN 1-56311-995-1
- ^ "Chronological List 1832 through 1898, Indian War And U.S. Cavalry". USMilitaryHistory.com. 1989.