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(Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America, authorized by Executive Order 11046, 24 August 1962, takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Specialist Fourth Class Richard George Waldhaus, United States Army, for heroic achievement while serving as a Medical Aidman in the Republic of Vietnam. His personal bravery and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Civilian

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (South Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    August 4, 1971 – February 12, 1973

    Richard George Waldhaus, a United States Civilian, was held as a Prisoner of War in Southeast Asia from August 4, 1971 until his release on February 12, 1973.
    (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.)