While We Wait - History of War

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Today we honor John Luther Fuller Jr. of Atlanta, Georgia, who fell on this day in 1967. He is remembered by Rick:

"He was awarded the Navy Cross for his actions in the conflict where he was killed. His classmates at the Citadel had a memorial erected at The Galleria in front of The Renossance Hotel off of Cobb Parkway. He was a 1962 graduate of Southwest High School in Atlanta Ga. and a 1966 graduate of The Citadel."

Thank you for serving! http://bit.ly/1dBl6t5

 

 

 

 

[vietnam1969]

Thank You!!  Vietnam1969, myself and a couple others are honored to contribute to this thread to show respect to these great people that have Sacrifice so much!!

 

 No, thank you Bumper for getting this started. I have honored all these men and women before by serving with them in our military but only wish to bring to attention the great deeds these people brought to others so the people of today may live in a country free from communism and dictatorship. The freedom we have here in the United States was not given to us but was rather earned by those who fought for it for all to enjoy the simple things in life, like have a choice in what you do, where you go, where to live and who you worship, to name a few. Never take it for granted!

Michael John Fitzmaurice Born March 9, 1950 (age 64)

Jamestown, North Dakota Allegiance  United States of America Service/branch  United States Army Rank  Specialist Four Unit 17th Cavalry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division Battles/wars Vietnam War Awards Medal of Honor       

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Today we honor Edward Conway of Fenton, Michigan, who fell on this day in 1967. He is remembered by his sister, Pamela: 

"Today I remember my brother Corky (Edward) who died in Vietnam on this date. He was so proud of being a Marine and doing the right thing for the United States. We are all proud of hom. Growing up he was the best big brother and the great memories will never be forgotten."

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Today we honor John Ellison of Layton, Utah, who fell on this day in 1967. He is remembered by his son, John: 

"the naval officer and the minister came to the door and didn't have to say a word before my mother collapsed in the hall. that began our life with my dad missing in action over Vietnam. not a day goes by without thinking of life that included him, never knowing what happened is a curse that has preyed on our family tormenting my mom and slowly eating at me for forty plus years. dad was a member of the right stuff!! a career in the navy selected to fly with the pilots of the cutting edge, test flying the newest jets in the early sixty's to training other pilots with the A6A intruder. on his second deployment to Nam a missile took his plane down after bombing the Bac Gang thermal power plant in north Viet Nam. after two trips to the crash site, the family of his co-pilot Lt. James Plowman has closure with his remains recovered. My fathers fate has not been resolved. the teams have yet to find any thing to suggest he went down with the plane so we wait for the next trip to his site to get answers. another year passes but his memory will never die, my father a true American hero gave all for his country!"

Thank you for your service, John! http://bit.ly/1romRms

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A forward observer calls in artillery on “Charlie” during a battle in the A Shau Valley, 1966. (US ARMY PHOTO BY SSG Robinson) — with David Hollar.

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Today we honor Barry Comstock of Milwaukee, Wisconsin who fell in 2013. Today would have been his birthday. He is remembered by his fiance, Sandra: 

"Barry was proud to of served in the Vietnam War and displayed his flag with pride. He was diagnosed with diabetes from agent orange. But never complained.. He died December 12, 2013 from stage 4 lung cancer. Which I feel was also a result from it but was not noted... He was a Proud Soldier to the end and will be Deeply Missed."

Thank you for your service, Barry.
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[vietnam1969]

William Maud Bryant

Medal of Honor recipient

Born February 16, 1933

Cochran, Georgia Died March 24, 1969 (aged 36)

Long Khanh province, Republic of Vietnam  † Place of burial Raleigh National Cemetery Allegiance  United States of America Service/branch  United States Army Years of service 1953 - 1969 Rank  Sergeant First Class Unit 5th Special Forces Group, 1st Special Forces Battles/wars Vietnam War Awards Medal of Honor

Purple Heart       

Ronald Leroy Coker   

Ronald L. Coker, Medal of Honor recipient

Born August 9, 1947

Alliance, Nebraska Died March 24, 1969 (aged 21)

KIA, Quang Tri Province, Vietnam Allegiance United States of America Service/branch United States Marine Corps Years of service 1968-1969 Rank Private First Class Unit 3rd Battalion 3rd Marines Battles/wars Vietnam War Awards Medal of Honor (1969)

Purple Heart       

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Today is #NationalMedalofHonorDay! We honor the over 3,400 recipients who have received the nation's highest military honor, at the risk of their own life above and beyond the call of duty.

Over 240 received the medal during the Vietnam War.— with Kevin Mccarthy Sr.

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"I was drafted into the army in June 1967, 6 hours short of my college degree. I was sent to viet nam on Thanksgiving day, 1967. As I departed the airplane in viet nam I saw body bags being loaded in the plane ahead of soldiers who were ending their tour. I was assigned to the 196th light infantry brigade based near Chu Lai. We lived in the field, constantly searching for the enemy, sleeping in monsoon rains, as well as enduring sweltering hot days, Mosquitos, booby traps and occasional fire fights. We lived one day at at a time counting the days until our tour was up after 365 days. Had too many close calls and seeing booby traps and ambushes killing or maiming members of my platoon. I was in the hospital at camron bay at the start of Tet due to bad cellulitis on my arm. At the time I was gone many members of platoon were killed in ambushes. I rejoined my outfit and saw many new faces. As I was walking point, on May 4 1968, I was shot in the abdomen by a sniper 8 days before my 25th birthday. The only time I broke down was when the Red Cross threw me a party on my 25th birthday in my hospital ward. When I finally made it back to the states on a liter, I heard there were many protests and we were referred to as druggies and baby killers. There were race riots and Dr. King and Bobby Kennedy were slain and the country was in turmoil. I was lucky to survive but so many didn't and I grieve for them and their families. I did get my degree and appreciate life." -Alan Abrams, served June 1967 to June 1969 in the Army.

#YourStories #StoriesofService Share yours:http://bit.ly/MBQz75

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Today we honor Ivan V Alarcon of Jerome, Idaho, who fell in 2005 at the age of 23. Ivan was assigned to the 473rd Quartermaster Company, Hunter Army Airfield, Ga. He fell during a Humvee accident during combat operations in Iraq. According to a family friend, Ivan planned to return to south-central Idaho’s Magic Valley region to open up a car-repair shop. Known as an "awesome kid," he will be forever remembered by his family and friends. 

Just as The Wall has helped the process of healing, so too will the Education Center at The Wall. The Center will show the photos of those who served and gave their lives in Vietnam. Among the photos will be Ivan, as well as the other Americans who gave their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan: http://www.vvmf.org/education-center

[vietnam1969]

TODAY IS MEDAL OF HONOR DAY SO I WILL JUST SAY "THANK YOU" TO ALL THE MEMBERS OF  THE MILITARY'S FINEST  GROUP. THANKS FOR YOUR SACRIFICES.     

 

                                                                                                                            

[vietnam1969]

Stephen Holden Doane

Medal of Honor

Born October 13, 1947
Beverly, Massachusetts Died March 25, 1969 (aged 21)
Hau Nghia Province, Republic of Vietnam Place of burial Arlington National Cemetery Allegiance United States of America Service/branch United States Army Years of service 1967 - 1969 Rank First Lieutenant Unit 5th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division Battles/wars Vietnam War Awards Medal of Honor
Silver Star
Bronze Star       

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When a nation goes to war, they tell those who serve to put everything on the line. Together we honor the fallen, honor the veteran, and choose to separate the war from the warrior.

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Dak To, South Vietnam. An infantry patrol moves up to assault the last Viet Cong position after an attempted overrun of the artillery position by the V.C. during Operation Hawthorne.

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Today we honor Douglas W. Lee of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, who fell on this day in 1967. He is remembered by Sandy:

"He received the silver star and 3 purple hearts…he left behind a wife and child - the child he never saw….."

Thank you for serving, Douglas: http://bit.ly/1p63RXX

[Bumper64]

 

Today we honor John K. Adams of Roswell, New Mexico, who fell on this day in 1967. He is remembered by his daughter, Deborah: 

"John spent most of his childhood at the New Mexico Military Institute and joined the US Army after graduation. He went to OCS and became a Tank Commander prior to his service in VietNam. He ultimately lasted only 3 weeks in Country before being KIA on 03-26-67 in the Binh Dinh Province. He is missed every single day and should have lived past the age of 27. We love you Dad." 

Thank you for serving, John: http://bit.ly/1dNLQqv

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Today we honor Hoyle Terry Jr. of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, who served in the Army and gave his all for his country. He fell on this day in 1968 and is remembered by his son, William. 

Thank veterans like Hoyle here: http://wefb.it/D87548

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Today we honor Albert Rising of New Woodstock, New York, who fell on this day in 1966. Here he is remembered by his wife, Sandra: 

"Miss you and will love you to the day I die and we meet again, love -- forever."

Thank you for serving, Albert: http://bit.ly/1h2I6kQ

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Today we honor Richard Knight Jr. of Ormond Beach, Florida, who fell on this day in 1971. He is remembered by a dear friend:

"Today marks 43 years since FSB Maryann was overrun and 30 men lost their lives. One of those was my friend, Cpt. Knight. Rich, my dear friend, I will always remember your smile and your sense of humor. I've shared your story and my memories with my kids and grand kids. You will not be forgotten."

Thank you for serving: http://bit.ly/1dBMUDq

 

 

 

 

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Did you know that today is Vietnam Veterans Day?

 

Thank you to all those who served.

 

Honoring and remembering the brave Veterans of the Vietnam War for their service and sacrifices 1959 - 1975. (Photo by David Powell) — with Dan Quail.

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Not all women wore love beads in the sixties. 

Here are the faces of the 8 women, all nurses, whose names are on The Wall. We thank them and all the women who served in Vietnam for their volunteerism, dedicated service and care! Your contributions do not go unnoticed: http://youtu.be/--qMInjHAS8

[Maggie123]

Thank You Bumper... I didn't know the 29th was Vietnam Veterans Day.

 

These men and women were there the whole time I grew up... they hold a special place in my heart...

 

I love and honor every single one of them.

 

 

 

Thank You for bringing up the nurses... I have a friend who was one of the first nurses to volunteer to go after she finished nursing school.

 

She told me many stories as well as sharing her writings with me that she wrote for her children...

that was an amazing, life changing time for her.

 

Some in good ways as she felt so needed and very much cherished and protected by our guys...

 

Some in bad ways because of some of what happened to her and her friends (guys and gals) while there.

 

She kept in touch with all the other nurses that were there with her... until she was the only one left.

 

The others all died younger than her due to bad health problems, emotional problems and alcohol abuse.

Edited April 1, 2014 by Maggie123

[Thriver]

THANKS BUMPER!

[Bumper64]

Your Welcome!!  

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Today we honor Michael P. Murphy of Smithtown, New York, who fell in 2005 in Afghanistan. When enemy fighters besieged his four-member team in June of 2005, Michael courageously led and encouraged his men in the engagement of enemy forces. In doing so, he ignored his own wounds and kept exceptional composure. As an attempt to call for assistance and request support for his comrades, he deprived himself of cover, exposing himself to direct enemy fire. He continued to engage the enemy until he was mortally wounded, gallantly giving his life for his country. During his career, Michael earned 10 different military decorations.

He was the first member of the U.S. Navy to receive the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War. You will see his photo among others who gave the ultimate sacrifice here: http://bit.ly/LkukCS

 — with Helun Moshe Thangeo.

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Today we honor Ronnie Hacker of Massillon, Ohio, who fell on this day in 1969. He is remembered by his wife, Darelynn: 

"Ronnie was a loving husband... we loved children and planned to have a few of our own. His life ended 5 days before his 21st birthday though, when he was shot while carrying one of his wounded men from the battlefield. He earned the Silver Star for this action. He was a great man who will never be forgotten...he'll always be in the hearts of his wife and family."

Thank you for serving: http://bit.ly/1pV0D81