Col Roger Donlon Medal of Honor Vietnam
Posted: Tue Mar 30, 2021 7:06 pm
Roger Hugh Charles Donlon (born January 30, 1934) is a former United States Army officer. He is the first person to receive the Medal of Honor in the Vietnam War, as well as the first member of the United States Army Special Forces to be so honored.
In May 1964, Donlon's team was sent to Vietnam where they established an outpost at Nam Dong, about 15 miles (24 km) from the border with Laos. Early in the morning of July 6, 1964, the base was attacked by a large force of Vietcong. Under Captain Donlon's leadership, the two-battalion attack was repelled. Donlon received the Medal of Honor for his actions. Donlon later retired at the rank of colonel.
Sent him 2 photos on 18 Mar and got them both back signed on 30 Mar. Also included a Medal of Honor business card..
Col Roger Donlon
2101 Wilson Ave
Leavenworth, KS 66048
In May 1964, Donlon's team was sent to Vietnam where they established an outpost at Nam Dong, about 15 miles (24 km) from the border with Laos. Early in the morning of July 6, 1964, the base was attacked by a large force of Vietcong. Under Captain Donlon's leadership, the two-battalion attack was repelled. Donlon received the Medal of Honor for his actions. Donlon later retired at the rank of colonel.
Sent him 2 photos on 18 Mar and got them both back signed on 30 Mar. Also included a Medal of Honor business card..
Col Roger Donlon
2101 Wilson Ave
Leavenworth, KS 66048
