Julius August Robert Wilke

The President of the United States of America, in the name of Congress, takes pleasure in presenting the Medal of Honor to Boatswain's Mate First Class Julius August Robert Wilke, United States Navy, for extraordinary heroism in action on board the U.S.S. Marblehead during the operation of cutting the cable leading from Cienfuegos, Cuba, 11 May 1898. Facing the heavy fire of the enemy, Boatswain's Mate First Class Wilke displayed extraordinary bravery and coolness throughout this action.

General Orders: War Department, General Orders No. 521 (July 7, 1899)

Action Date: May 11, 1898

Service: Navy

Rank: Boatswain's Mate First Class

Division: U.S.S. Marblehead