Honoring Service. Preserving Stories. Inspiring the Future.

Steve King volunteered for service in Vietnam and spent 46 months conducting combat operations in the Central Highlands. He led reconnaissance teams working with indigenous Montagnard scouts on missions along the Cambodian border. His wartime experience tested his courage and leadership, while fostering a deep respect for the Vietnamese people and their culture. Steve now shares the lessons and wisdom he gained from his military service during a time when America was conflicted.

• Vietnam Service:
  • 3 Mar 1966-21 Mar 1969
  • 11 Dec 1970 – 1 Nov 1971
• Badges:
  • Senior Parachutist Badge
  • Vietnamese Parachutist Badge
  • Combat Infantryman’s Badge
• Ribbons/Medals:
  • Bronze Star Medal w/”Combat V” Device
  • Purple Heart Medal w/ one Oak Leaf Cluster
  • Army Commendation Medal w/Two Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters
  • Meritorious Unit Commendation
  • National Defense Service Medal
  • Vietnam Service Medal w/8 campaign stars
  • Vietnam Campaign Medal w/Device 60
  • Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry w/Palm (individual)
  • Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry w/Palm (unit)
  • Vietnam Civil Action Medal
  • RVN Presidential Unit Citation