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Charles
E.
Willis
Civilian POW (RVN)

Charles Willis was a civilian working in the northern part of South Vietnam when he was captured on January 31, 1968 during the Tet Offensive. He was held captive until his release on March 27, 1973.

Awards Received

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Civilian

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (South Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    February 1, 1968 – March 27, 1973

    Charles E. Willis, a United States Civilian, was held as a Prisoner of War in Southeast Asia from February 1, 1968 until his release on March 27, 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.)