William John Reich

By zthanson, 22 February, 2023
First Name
William
Middle Name
John
Last Name
Reich
Birthdate
Hometown
Clinton, Wisconsin
Rank
Lieutenant Colonel
Service Branch
Air Force
Date Captured
Date Repatriated
Pre Capture Image
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PreCapture Description

William Reich graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy at Colorado Springs, Colorado, Class of 1970. On May 11, 1972, William Reich was shot down while flying an F4 over North Vietnam. He was subsequently taken into captivity as a Prisoner of War.

Post Release Image
Military officers shaking hands on a carpet in front of a bus on a tarmac.
Post Release Description

William Rich was repatriated on March 28, 1973.

Honors, Citations, and Commendations
  • Distinguished Flying Cross (2)
  • Bronze Star
  • Prisoner of War Medal
Passed away before release
Post Release