Jon E. Swanson
Jon Edward Swanson | |
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Captain Jon Swanson | |
| Born | May 1, 1942 San Antonio, Texas, US |
| Died | February 26, 1971 (aged 28) Cambodia |
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| Allegiance | United States |
| Branch | United States Army |
| Years of service | 1965–1971 |
| Rank | Captain United States Army |
| Unit | 1st Battalion, 9th Cavalry Regiment |
| Battles / wars | Vietnam War † |
| Awards | Medal of Honor 2 Distinguished Flying Crosses 2 Purple Hearts |
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 30 years later, when his family received the Medal of Honor posthumously from President George W. Bush in 2002.