Do you know James Nicholas Rowe a South Texas Hero? James Nicholas or Nick earned many medals for his achievements. Nick was born in McAllen,Texas which was on February 8,1938. As he grew up, he graduated from McAllen High School in 1956. Nick later became a military officer. He also became a Vietnam War Hero. These were part of his early years. Nick later attended West Point and graduated in 1960. He went to Southern Vietnam and was kept prisoner for five years. Nick was able to escape from being a prisoner.