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Dewey
Thomas
Holt
POW (RVN) Escapee

Dewey Holt was interned as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam after he was captured on August 23, 1967 and was held until his successful escape from captivity the following day.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Specialist Fourth Class

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (South Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    August 23, 1967 – August 24, 1967

    Specialist Fourth Class Dewey Thomas Holt (ASN: RA-14961102), United States Army, was held as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam from August 23, 1967 until his successful escape from captivity on August 24, 1967.