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Military career of John Kerry
The military career of John Kerry occurred during the Vietnam War. Kerry served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy during the period from 1966 to 1970.
His only tour in Vietnam was four months as officer in charge of a Swift boat in 1969. Kerry received several combat medals during this tour, including the Silver Star, Bronze Star, and three Purple Hearts.
John kerry biography military
Kerry's military record received considerable attention during his political career, especially during his unsuccessful 2004 bid for the presidency.
Commission and training
On February 18, 1966, John Kerry enlisted in the U.S.
Naval Reserve.[1] He began his active duty military service on August 19, 1966. After completing sixteen weeks of Officer Candidate School at the U.S. Naval Training Center in Newport, Rhode Island, he received his commission on December 16, 1966.
On January 3, 1967, Kerry began a ten-week Officer Damage Control Course at the Naval Schools Command on