Rudolph von Medem
Rudolph von Medem | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1846 Prussia |
| Died | ? |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | c. 1872–1874 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 5th Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | Yavapai War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor |
Rudolph von Medem (c. 1846 – unknown) was a German-born American soldier in the U.S. Army who served with the 5th U.S. Cavalry during the Indian Wars. He was one of three men received the Medal of Honor for "gallantry in action and campaigns" against the Western Apaches in the Arizona Territory during the Apache Wars.