Bennie G. Adkins
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Bennie Gene Adkins[2] (February 1, 1934 – April 17, 2020) was a United States Army soldier and recipient of the U.S. military's highest decoration, the Medal of Honor, for his actions during the Vietnam War. In March 1966 Adkins distinguished himself during a 38-hour close-combat battle against North Vietnamese Army forces during the Battle of A Shau. At the time of the cited action, Adkins was a sergeant first class serving as an Intelligence Sergeant with Detachment A-102, 5th Special Forces Group, 1st Special Forces.[3]
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Bennie G. Adkins | |
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Born | (1934-02-01)February 1, 1934 Waurika, Oklahoma, U.S. |
Died | April 17, 2020(2020-04-17) (aged 86) Opelika, Alabama, U.S. |
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Allegiance | United States |
Service/ | United States Army |
Years of service | 1956–1978 |
Rank | Command Sergeant Major |
Unit | 5th Special Forces Group |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Awards | Medal of Honor Bronze Star Medal (2) with "V" device Purple Heart (3) |
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