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Thomas Moore was captured on October 31, 1965, while traveling in a truck with three other service members from Vung Tau to Saigon. He was listed as having died in captivity by the Viet Cong on December 31, 1965. His remains have never been returned to the United States.

Awards Received

  • Soldier’s Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Staff Sergeant

    Action Date:

    August 23, 1955

    The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress, July 2, 1926, takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier’s Medal to Staff Sergeant Thomas Moore (AFSN: 14268347), United States Air Force, for heroism involving voluntary risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy, on 23 August 1955, at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi. On that date, when the arm of an electrician, who was making emergency repairs, touched a live circuit, Sergeant Moore, without thought for his own preservation, immediately responded to the aid of the stricken man. When his first attempt to free the victim failed, Sergeant Moore continued in his efforts until he succeeded. Although shocked himself, he administered artificial respiration until the victim regained consciousness and medical aid arrived. The exemplary courage and decisive actions of Sergeant Moore reflect great credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

  • Prisoner of War Medal

    Service:

    United States Air Force

    Rank:

    Chief Master Sergeant

    Division:

    Prisoner of War (South Vietnam)

    Action Date:

    October 31, 1965 – December 31, 1965

    Chief Master Sergeant Thomas Moore (AFSN: 14268347), United States Air Force, was held as a Prisoner of War in South Vietnam from October 31, 1965 until his death in captivity on or about December 31, 1965.