Military Decorations
In October 1974 James Thompson started to receive medals and awards in recognition for his service and sacrifice in Vietnam.
In October 1974 South Vietnam was the first to honor James Thompson’s service and sacrifice with the country’s highest honor, the Vietnam Military Merit Medal the Vietnamese equivalent to the United States Medal of Honor.
In recognition of his escape from Viet Cong POW camps Thompson received the Silver Star.
For his nine years in captivity Thompson received the Bronze Star and Legion of Merit. The Bronze Star recognized his continuous resistance to the enemy. The Legion of Merit recognized his suffering for his nine years in captivity.
On January 29, 1982 a retirement ceremony was held for Thompson, James Thompson received the Distinguished Service Medal in appreciation for his 25 years of service to his country as an Army Officer.
A ceremony held June 24, 1988 in the White House honoring POW's from World War I, World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Two representatives were picked from each war to receive the Prisoner of War Medal. Thompson and Everett Alvarez were picked to represent POW’s from Vietnam.
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