Lowell Steward

American Army Captain

Lowell Steward - Military & Warriors born 1919
Born

1919
107 years ago

Died
Category

Military & Warriors

Country

United States

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Served as an Army captain in the United States during the Vietnam War. Steward was captured as a prisoner of war in 1965 and endured over seven years of captivity. He participated in the Tet Offensive and was instrumental in intelligence and strategic operations within his unit. Upon release, Steward became an advocate for veterans' rights and shared his experiences during captivity to raise awareness of the challenges faced by former prisoners of war.

Served over seven years as a prisoner of war

Participated in the Tet Offensive

Advocated for veterans' rights

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