James Leroy Bondsteel
James L. Bondsteel | |
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Medal of Honor recipient. | |
| Nickname | Buddha |
| Born | July 18, 1947 Jackson, Michigan, U.S. |
| Died | April 9, 1987 (aged 39) Glenn Highway, Alaska, U.S. |
| Place of burial | Fort Richardson National Cemetery, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Anchorage, Alaska |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Branch | United States Marine Corps United States Army |
| Service years | 1965–1985 |
| Rank | Master Sergeant |
| Unit | 1st Infantry Division |
| Conflicts | Vietnam War *Operation Toan Thang III |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Soldier's Medal Bronze Star Purple Heart (2) |
| Other work | Counselor |
James Leroy Bondsteel (July 18, 1947 – April 9, 1987) was an American soldier of the United States Army who served during the Vietnam War, where he earned the Medal of Honor. His Medal of Honor, awarded in November 1973, was the last presented by President Richard Nixon.