Vermillion in Clay County, South Dakota — The American Midwest (Upper Plains)
Col. George E. "Bud" Day
Medal of Honor Recipient
April 15, 2023
1. Col. George E. "Bud" Day Marker
(USD '49) Vietnam War, Korean War, WWII
A U.S. Air Force pilot captured by enemy forces in 1967, Day was recaptured after escaping and was finally repatriated at the end of the war after years of torture and deprivation in prison. Day is one of the most decorated veterans in U.S. military history with 70+ medals. Fellow prisoner John McCain said Bud Day was the bravest man he ever knew.
Erected 2020 by students in the USD Sculpture Department.
Topics and series. This memorial is listed in these topic lists: War, Korean • War, Vietnam • War, World II. In addition, it is included in the Medal of Honor Recipients series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1967.
Location. 42° 47.14′ N, 96° 55.655′ W. Marker is in Vermillion, South Dakota, in Clay County. Memorial can be reached from East Cherry Street east of North Dakota Street, on the right when traveling east. Located in Patriots Plaza, east of the Al Neuharth Media Center, on the USD campus. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 414 E Clark St, Vermillion SD 57069, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Capt. Arlo L. Olson (a few steps from this marker); Capt. Joseph J. Foss (a few steps from this marker); University of South Dakota (approx.
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April 15, 2023
2. Col. George E. "Bud" Day Marker (left) in Patriots Plaza
Credits. This page was last revised on April 28, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 27, 2023. This page has been viewed 51 times since then and 13 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 27, 2023.
