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Emmet
James
Kay
Civilian POW (RVN)

Emmet Kay was a Pilot for Continental Air Services, a CIA-chartered airline in 1970. He operated in Laos carrying litter cases, tools, supplies and arms to CIA-directed troops in Laos. He was captured when his airplane was shot done near what appeared to be a deserted village on May 7, 1973, and was held until his release on September 18, 1974.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Civilian

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (Laos)

    Action Date:

    May 7, 1973 – September 18, 1974

    Emmet James Kay, a United States Civilian, was held as a Prisoner of War in Laos from May 7, 1973 until his release on September 18, 1974.
    (NOTE: As a civilian he is NOT authorized the POW Medal, but is listed by the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office as a Vietnam War POW.)