Stephen W. Pless | |
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 Major Stephen W. Pless, USMC | |
| Born | September 6, 1939 Newnan, Georgia |
| Died | July 20, 1969 (aged 29) Pensacola, Florida |
| Place of burial | Barrancas National Cemetery, Pensacola, Florida |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 1956–1969 |
| Rank | Major |
| Unit | Marine Observation Squadron 6 |
| Battles / wars | Vietnam War |
| Awards | Medal of Honor Silver Star Distinguished Flying Cross Bronze Star Medal Purple Heart Air Medal (38) |
Stephen Wesley Pless (September 6, 1939 – July 20, 1969) was a major in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He earned the Medal of Honor as a UH-1 Iroquois "Huey" helicopter pilot for rescuing soldiers trapped by heavy enemy fire.