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Steven
Devon
Nelson
POW (RVN) Escapee

Steven Nelson was interned as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam after he and fellow Marine Michael Roha were captured in South Vietnam on January 7, 1968. Both men escaped from their captors on January 21, 1968, and reached friendly forces on the following day.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Lance Corporal

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (South Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    January 7, 1968 – January 21, 1968

    Lance Corporal Steven Devon Nelson, United States Marine Corps, was held as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam from January 7, 1968 until his successful escape from captivity on January 21, 1968.