Herman Henry Mittendorf Jr.

Patrolman Herman Mittendorf died as a result of complications from influenza while performing his assigned duties during the Influenza Pandemic.

The Cincinnati Police Department had been tasked with enforcing local health laws to help prevent the spread of Influenza as well as perform their regular police duties. Many officers in the department became ill while on duty and died as a result of complications of influenza.

Patrolman Mittendorf served with the Cincinnati Police Department for 10 years. He was survived by his expectant wife, and two children. He is buried at Spring Grove Cemetery in Cincinnati.