Former Wilmington Resident James Capers Jr. Receives Medal of Honor for Vietnam War Heroism
Congress waived the time limit after Capers led a nine-man Marine reconnaissance team out of a Vietnam ambush despite severe wounds.
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Vietnam War Hero Finally Receives Long-Overdue Honor
President Trump honors Retired U.S. Marine Corps Major James Capers Jr., a Vietnam War hero, during a White House ceremony recognizing his extraordinary service and battlefield courage. Major Capers served with distinction during the Vietnam War, where his leadership and bravery in combat saved lives and exemplified the highest standards of the U.S. Marine Corps....
Former Wilmington resident James Capers Jr. receives Medal of Honor for Vietnam War heroism
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WWAY) — Former Wilmington resident and retired Marine Maj. James Capers Jr. received the Medal of Honor on Thursday, becoming the first African American Marine Corps officer to be awarded the nation’s highest military decoration. President Donald Trump presented the award during a ceremony in Washington, D.C., recognizing Capers’ actions during the Vietnam War in 1967. “So I’m honored not necessarily to be the first, but to be …
Trump Honors Vietnam Hero James Capers Jr. With Medal Of Honor
Analysis of the Medal of Honor Ceremony for James Capers Jr. The Medal of Honor ceremony honoring retired Marine Master Gunnery Sgt. James Capers Jr. is steeped in emotion and significance. Held at the White House on July 7, 2025, the event marked the culmination of decades of delay in recognizing Capers’ heroic actions during the Vietnam War. With President Trump leading the ceremony, the occasion brought together a crowd of veterans, dignitari…
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