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Walter
“D”
Hamilton
POW (RVN) Escapee
February 19, 1942

–

August 11, 2003

Walter Hamilton was interned as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam after he and fellow Marine Joseph North were captured near DaNang on October 18, 1965 and was held until the two men both successful escaped from captivity together on October 29, 1965.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Private

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (South Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    October 18, 1965 – October 29, 1965

    Private Walter “D” Hamilton (MCSN: 1935099), United States Marine Corps, was held as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam from October 18, 1965 until his successful escape from captivity on October 29, 1965.