Jeremiah Denton
Jeremiah Denton was a distinguished United States Navy veteran known for his remarkable resilience as a prisoner of war during the Vietnam War. Born in Alabama, he served as a naval aviator and spent eight years in captivity, where he famously signaled the word 'torture' in Morse code during a televised interview. His bravery earned him the Navy Cross, and after his military career, he went on to serve as a U.S. Senator for Alabama. The USS Jeremiah Denton (DDG 129), a new guided-missile destroyer, was recently named in his honor, symbolizing the legacy of his strength and sacrifice.
Born on Jul 15, 1924 (101 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 10,196,709 | 9,203 | $240,000 | 217$ |
| Totals | 1 | 10,196,709 | 9,203 | $240,000 | 217$ |
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Portugal:
Jeremiah Denton was also imprisoned in Hoa Lò during the Vietnam War.
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Ecuador:
Denton was a Vietnam War veteran who was awarded the Navy Cross for his heroism as a prisoner of war.
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