Roger Donlon, Vietnam War’s First Medal of Honor Recipient, Dies at 89

[John Morris]

I just heard about this today, in the news, the news is a tad late. Thank you for your service Mr. Donlon, may you rest in peace with all your brothers in battle, I bet it's quite the family reunion!

 

President Lyndon B. Johnson presented Roger Donlon with the Medal of Honor in the East Room of the White House on Dec. 5, 1964, for his actions in Vietnam on July 6, 1964. (Army)

 

Medal of Honor Dedicated Page

 

Roger H.C. Donlon | Vietnam War | U.S. Army | Medal of Honor Recipient

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U.S. Army Captain Roger H.C. Donlon was presented the Medal of Honor for military valor during the Vietnam War.

 

Medal of Honor Press Release of Passing

 

Congressional Medal of Honor Society Announces Passing of Medal of Honor Recipient Roger H. C. Donlon - Congressional Medal of Honor Society

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MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C., Jan. 25, 2024 — The Congressional Medal of Honor Society regretfully announces that Roger H. C. Donlon, the first...

 

[lew]

Thanks, John.

[Gene Howe]

Thank you for your valerous service! RIP brother.