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Prisoner of War Medal

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Prisoner of War Medal
n.
A congressional decoration featuring a bald eagle surrounded by barbed wire and bayonet points, that is awarded to any American prisoner of war held captive by enemy troops after April 5, 1917.


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Byline: David Steves The Register-Guard SALEM - A Eugene veteran of World War II received his Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals Tuesday, more than 60 years after earning them through his service in the war's Pacific Theater.
On Monday, Lynch was awarded the Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Prisoner of War medals.
During the ceremony, the Powers family accepted the Air Force Distinguished Flying Cross, the Department of Defense Prisoner of War Medal and the National Defense Service Medal in the senior Powers' honor.
 
 
 
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