I have heard that he also sevred in Vietnam as some sort a Special Forces type..can anyone confirm
The following is from the Real Hollywood Heroes website:
Glenn Ford: When the United States entered World War II Glenn enlisted in the Marines. Among his numerous Medals and Commendations are, the Good Conduct Medal, the American Defense Service Ribbon, the European Theater Ribbon with three Battle Stars, one Overseas Service Bar, and the French Legion of Honor for his service in France during World War II. Following his WWII service, he transferred his commission to the U. S. Naval Reserves. He retired as a Captain in the US Naval Reserve.
As you can see, the synopsis doesn't mention anything about Vietnam. He turned 50 in 1966, so I doubt that he participated in that war.
However, like many men in Hollywood at the time, Glenn Ford gave up some of what would have been his best years in films to enlist during WWII. He was just 25 in 1941 when the United States entered the war, and his career was just taking off at the time.
For whatever reason, Hollywood has never honored Glenn Ford.