Sponsored by:

Navy Federal Credit Union
Oscar
R.
Burkard
December 21, 1877

–

February 18, 1950

Cemetery:

Rome Cemetery

Oscar Burkard’s action on October 5, 1898, was the last Medal of Honor action of the Indian Campaigns. It was for his actions during an uprising of Chippewa Indians.

Awards Received

  • Medal of Honor

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Private

    Division:

    Hospital Corps

    Action Date:

    October 5, 1898
    Date of Issue: August 21. 1899

    The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Private Oscar R. Burkard, United States Army, for distinguished bravery in action against hostile Indians on 5 October 1898, while serving with the Hospital Corps, at Leech Lake, Minnesota.