Jon E. Swanson, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Jon E. Swanson

United States Army Medal of Honor recipient

Date of Birth: 01-May-1942

Place of Birth: San Antonio, Texas, United States

Date of Death: 26-Feb-1971

Profession: helicopter pilot

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Taurus


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About Jon E. Swanson

  • Jon Edward Swanson (May 1, 1942 – February 26, 1971) was a United States Army helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War.
  • He directed the destruction of five enemy bunkers and two anti-aircraft positions before being shot down in Cambodia.
  • His actions were recognized over thirty years later, when his family received the Medal of Honor posthumously from President George W.
  • Bush in 2002.

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