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Bo Gritz
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James Gordon "Bo" Gritz (ˈɡraɪts; born January 18, 1939) is a retired United States Army Special Forces officer who served with distinction during the Vietnam War. Following his military career, Gritz became involved in various attempts to rescue prisoners of war (POWs) associated with the Vietnam War POW/MIA issue.
In the realm of politics, Gritz ran for the United States presidency in 1992 as a candidate of the Populist Party, advocating an isolationist platform encapsulated in his manifesto, "The Bill of Gritz". His campaign was characterized by the slogan "God, Guns, and Gritz".
Gritz's life has been marked by controversy, including questions regarding his military awards, his involvement in high-profile standoffs with federal authorities, and his involvement with the Christian Patriot movement and other right-wing militia groups. Despite these controversies, he remains a significant figure in discussions of American military history, politics, and the POW/MIA issue.
Gritz was born in Enid, Oklahoma, and currently resides in Sandy Valley, Nevada. He is the father of four children.
Gritz was born on January 18, 1939, in Enid, Oklahoma. His father was a serviceman in the Army Air Force during World War II and tragically lost his life in action. In the wake of his father's death, Gritz was raised by his maternal grandparents.
Gritz's early education was marked by a significant event when he was expelled from his local high school for reasons not specified. This setback, however, did not deter him from pursuing his education. He subsequently attended the Fork Union Military Academy in Virginia, a prestigious military school known for its rigorous academic and physical programs. Gritz successfully graduated from the academy, setting the stage for his future military career.
Gritz began his military career when he enlisted in the Army on August 20, 1957. He quickly ascended the ranks, attending Officer Candidate School (OCS) and achieving the rank of captain in 1963, followed by a promotion to major in 1967.
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