Kenneth Michael Kays [SEP] conflict
Kenneth Michael Kays
Kenneth Michael Kays (September 22, 1949 – November 29, 1991) was a United States Army soldier and a recipient of the United States military's highest decoration—the Medal of Honor—for his actions in the Vietnam War.
Biography.
Denied status as a conscientious objector, Kays fled to Canada to avoid getting drafted for military service in Vietnam until the US Army guaranteed he would be able to serve as a medic. Kays joined the Army from Fairfield, Illinois in 1969, and
(PAVN) force. PVT Kenneth Michael Kays was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle.
The base was reopened in April 1971 as part of Operation Lam Son 720.
Current use.
The base has reverted to jungle.