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Navy Federal Credit Union
James
Lee
Vanbendegom
POW (RVN) MIA
November 28, 1948

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James Vanbendegom was interned as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam after he was captured on July 12, 1967 and was held until his death in captivity. His remains have never been recovered.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Army

    Rank:

    Staff Sergeant

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (South Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    July 12, 1967 – July 12, 1967

    Staff Sergeant James Lee Vanbendegom, United States Army, was held as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam from July 12, 1967 until his death in captivity.