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Richard James Meadows (June 16, 1931 – July 29, 1995) was a United States Army Special Forces officer who saw combat in Korea and Vietnam. He was a key figure in the Operation Eagle Claw in 1980, the rescue operation for the hostages of the Iran hostage crisis .
Bio. Enlisting in 1947, Richard J. ‘Dick’ Meadows served with the 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team during the Korean War. In 1953, SSG Meadows joined early Special Forces (77th and then 10th Special Forces Groups [SFGs]).
Special Forces Heroes: Major Richard J. "Dick" Meadows. Major Dick Meadows' exploits were legendary. Joining the Army at the age of 15, he became the youngest master sergeant in the Korean War.
Most of us share some level of admiration and respect for the great achievers whom we read about in history or otherwise observe from a distance during our lifetimes. Some of us have been fortunate enough to meet and get to know some extraordinary people of whom legends are made.
- Alan Hoe
29 lug 1995 · Statement on the Death of Major Richard J. Meadows. I mourn the passing today of Major Richard J. Meadows, USA (Ret.), whose dedicated and exceptional service is cherished by everyone who knew of his extraordinary courage and selfless service.
11 set 2013 · The Quiet Professional: Major Richard J. Meadows of the U.S. Army Special Forces is the only biography of this exemplary soldier's life. Military historian Alan Hoe offers unique insight into Meadows, having served alongside him in 1960.
Richard J. Meadows. DATE OF BIRTH: 16-Jun-31. PLACE OF BIRTH: Covington, Virginia. Richard Meadows first saw combat in Korea and was, by age 19, the youngest Master Sergeant in the Army at...
