Donald W. Evans Jr.

This article is about Donald Ward Evans, the soldier. For the chemist, see Ward V. Evans.
Donald Ward Evans Jr.
Specialist Four Donald Evans
Born(1943-07-23)July 23, 1943
Covina, California, US
DiedJanuary 27, 1967(1967-01-27) (aged 23)
Tri Tam, Republic of Vietnam
AllegianceUnited States
BranchUnited States Army
Service years1965–1967
RankSpecialist Four
UnitCompany A, 2nd Battalion, 12th Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division
ConflictsVietnam War †
AwardsMedal of Honor
Purple Heart

Donald Ward Evans Jr. (July 23, 1943 – January 27, 1967) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Vietnam War.

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