Stephen W. Pless
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Stephen Wesley Pless (September 6, 1939 – July 20, 1969) was a major in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He earned the Medal of Honor as a UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" helicopter pilot for rescuing soldiers trapped by heavy enemy fire.
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Stephen W. Pless | |
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Born | (1939-09-06)September 6, 1939 Newnan, Georgia |
Died | July 20, 1969(1969-07-20) (aged 29) Pensacola, Florida |
Place of burial | Barrancas National Cemetery, Pensacola, Florida |
Allegiance | United States of America |
Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
Years of service | 1956–1969 |
Rank | Major |
Unit | Marine Observation Squadron 6 |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Medal of Honor Silver Star Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal Purple Heart Air Medal (38) |
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