While We Wait - History of War

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Today we honor Dennis Lobbezoo of Grand Rapids, Michigan, who fell on this day in 1968. He is remembered by his fiance, Joyce: 

"Missing you today and always."

Thank you for serving, Dennis: http://bit.ly/1pyqh6L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Today we honor Marvin McLelland of Arcata, California, who fell on this day in 1968. He is remembered by his brother, Len:

"Forty six years ago was with my brother Marvin in Yokohama, Japan when he passed from battle wounds received in Vietnam. Love him and miss him to this day."

Thank you for your service: http://bit.ly/1kHptcK

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Today we honor Samuel Hannah of Reily, OH, who fell on this day in 1968. He is remembered by his sister, Linda. 

Thank you for your service!

Remember YOUR fallen hero here:http://bit.ly/1gEGvED

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#Onthisday in 1965: General Westmoreland requests 44 battalions, sparking debate within the Johnson administration on how many combat troops to commit to war. Westmoreland felt the South Vietnamese could not defeat the communists alone, wanting U.S. combat troops to go on the offensive against the enemy.http://bit.ly/1popLWN (AP Photo) — with Josue Escoto.

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Today we honor Joseph Ellman and Will Barton II ofSpokane, Washington, who fell on this day in 1966. They are remembered by Kathy. Both men were best friends with her brother. 

"Joe, you will always be in our hearts. You were very brave through the end," and "Bill died for his country and will never be forgotten."

Help us honor their sacrifices: http://bit.ly/1k1CZsE

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Today we honor Joseph Paez of Chicago, Illinois, who was born on this day in 1948. He is remembered by his sister, Velia: 

"My big brother Joe would have been 65 years old today. Even though he was only 20 years old when he died he made such a big impact on all of us that knew him. He will never be forgotten. I will see you again one day in heaven, until that day, I will miss you and always love you. Your little sister, Velia."

Leave a remembrance for Joseph: http://bit.ly/1mIHEvA— with Abhishek Gurav.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Today we honor Harry Eugene "Gene" Grimmett, who served in Vietnam in '69 & '70. He is remembered by his son, Tyler:

"[My dad] was a tunnel rat and during his service earned 2 Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. He worked at the VA Hospital in the early '90s and helped many vets during and after his time at the VA to get their benefits. He traveled to the Wall every year for roughly 15 years with a group of friends and other Vietnam veterans. Harry passed away at the age of 57 on Oct. 28, 2007." 

Join our community of gratitude for all who serve:http://bit.ly/1a1Vfy2 — with Geo Lynch.

 

 

 

 

 

#tbt Donut Dollies. "We were the face of the girl next door, a connection to family...home..."http://bit.ly/1ohfChs

Photos/Cheryl Fries & Holley Watts

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Today we honor Jerry Ferguson of Harriman, Tennessee, who fell on this day in 1968. He is remembered by his wife, Judy: 

"This was my husband of almost four years. He left for Vietnam Feb. 4th 1968 and was with the 173rd Airborne. His buddy David Lee Edney(Toby) was with the 101st Airborne and left in Dec. 1967. Toby was KIA 13 March 1968. Jerry was his escort home and left 13 April 1968. During that time I got pregnant, this was my 3rd time, but had lost the first two..On 13 June 1968 two officers came to my front door, that's an awful thing to see for you know what they are going to tell you and yes they told me Jerry had been killed...I had our son, Jerry Lee, 24 Dec. 1968, my Christman gift from Jerry and my sweet Lord."

We remember Jerry's sacrifice: http://bit.ly/1v9FKKW

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Today we honor Dennis B. Murray of Glen Cove, New York, who fell on June 12, 1969. He is remembered by his neighbor:

"My uncle served 4 years in SE Asia with the USAF, mostly in Thailand, and he also said the heroes are the ones that have their names on the Memorial Wall. I was in awe of him and his brothers and sisters in arms who struggled there in SE Asia. To them goes to glory and honor for their deeds and sacrifices."

Help us honor vets like Dennis every day:http://bit.ly/1a1Vfy2 — with Bob Lent.

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Today we honor Michael Dodge of Gibraltar, Michigan, who fell on this day in 1969. He is remembered by his sister, Marianne: 

"Mike never had a chance to attend college, have his first job, get married, or have children, but by the age of 19 years old Mike achieved more than most people ever will in their lifetime. Mike became a hero. Giving his life so others could live. Mike was a medic in the 101st Airborne and the recipient of the Bronze Star. Most importantly, he is missed by those that love him."

Leave a remembrance for Michael: http://bit.ly/1ltm1m3

 

 

 

 

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Today we honor Leslie Thompson of Tampa, Florida, who fell in 1969. He is remembered by his nephew, Garrett:

"Sgt. Leslie Dale Thompson was killed in Quang Nam on March 5, 1969 by small arms fire in operation Taylor Common. A fellow Marines body
lay directly in front of an enemy fortified base and Leslie believed in the code, "No man left behind." You will never be forgotten, Uncle Leslie and your sacrifice will never be forgotten. Semper Fidelis, we love you."

Thank you for serving, Leslie: http://bit.ly/1n5c8Z1

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#Onthisday in 1965, Secretary of Defense Robert McNamara announces that 21,000 more U.S. troops are to be sent to Vietnam: http://bit.ly/U3cOqF

Photo/Mike Mealey, Stars and Stripes — with Bob Lent.

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Today we honor Michael Nawrosky of Dumont, New Jersey, who fell in 1968. Today would have been his birthday. He is remembered by his sweetheart, Carole: 

"You are not forgotten, my love. You live on in the many lives you have touched with your love and your kindness. Your star shines bright." 

We remember your service and sacrifice:http://bit.ly/1nPfSRp

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Today we honor Victor Shaffer (left) of Toledo, Ohio, who fell on this day in 1969. We also honor Jason Hunnicutt (middle) of Petaluma, California, who fell in 1969, as well as John Bloschichak of Levittown, Pennsylvania, who fell on this day in 1970. 

Victor is remembered by his high school football teammate, Chuck.

Jason is remembered by his childhood friend, Donald: "Jason, We think about you, We miss you and Will never forget you."

John is remembered by his sister, Kathleen: "Will always dream...what if? Love you to this day!"

Help us commemorate their service:http://bit.ly/1s3HpAc

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Today we honor John Garrett of Washington, District of Columbia, who passed away on this day in 2013. He is remembered by his daughter, Olivia: 

"John William Garrett, Jr. was born on December 10, 1931 to John
William, Sr. and Ethel Marie Garrett. He enlisted in the United States Air Force and served a tour of duty in Vietnam and returned home safely to complete 20+ years of service. He worked as a civilian for the Defense Mapping Agency in Bethesda, MD where he retired after 20 years of service in 1993. On his 80th birthday he received a letter from President Obama wishing him a happy birthday and commending him on his years of service to his country. For those of you who never got to meet John in person, you actually did get to spend time with him through all of our family members because we are a reflection of who he is. He encouraged and supported all of us in all that we did and gave us what we needed to be successful. He made all of us feel important and we got the best from John at all times."

Thank you for your service, John!

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Thomas D. Elliott gave a Civil War-era gun to his grandnephew, Marine Corps Staff Sgt. David H. Stewart, because “I figured he was the most deserving,” Elliott said.

“I thought so much about him that I passed a Civil War gun that was carried by my great grandfather,” said Elliott, 75, a former Marine who lives in Clayton, Ohio.

Stewart, 34, of Stafford, Va., died Friday in Afghanistan during combat operations in Helmand province in Afghanistan, according to the Department of Defense and the Marine Corps.

Lance Cpl. Brandon J. Garabrandt, 19, of Peterborough, N.H., and Lance Cpl. Adam F. Wolff, 25, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, also were killed. All three were assigned to the 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Marine Expeditionary Force at Camp Lejeune, N.C.

The military did not release additional details, but Elliott said the three apparently were riding in a Humvee that struck an improvised explosive device.

“This is a blow,” Elliott said. “I never cried for my father, my mother. I do cry for David.”

Stewart was married and had two young children. He ran in an Air Force Marathon race two years ago at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Elliott said.

“He had a very easy going way,” he said. “He was a very handsome young man. He was into everything that he should be. …He’s the type of person I would lay my life down for.”

Stewart, a 10-year Marine Corps veteran, deployed to Afghanistan after completing a stint as a drill instructor. He was a platoon sergeant and deployed to Iraq twice. He was on his second tour of duty in Afghanistan and was promoted to staff sergeant Nov. 11, 2010, the Marine Corps said.

Garabrant, of Peterborough, N.H., was a combat engineer who joined the Marine Corps in March 2013. Wolff, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was a combat engineer who joined the Marines in December 2012. Both deployed to Afghanistan in March.2 and was promoted to lance corporal Feb. 1, then deployed to Afghanistan in March.

 

http://www.stripes.com/news/marine-corps/3-camp-lejeune-based-marines-killed-in-afghanistan-1.290326

 

 

 

 

 

Today we honor Scott Hagerty of Stillwater, Oklahoma, who fell this month in 2008. He is remembered by Robert:

"I met Major Scott Hagerty at Ft. Bragg in the winter of 2006; I was a Navy Reserve Lieutenant Commander and he was an Army Reserve Major. Scott was a gregarious person. We shared our past experiences...He had previously deployed to Iraq, where I was headed next and he provided answers to my many questions about what to expect there...Prior to completing training, we talked of getting together after our deployments, when we were both back in Stillwater. We both looked forward to bringing our wives and kids together...Scott was killed in an IED explosion in Afghanistan on June 3, 2008. I received news of his death while I was working at Victory Base in Iraq."

Scott will one day be honored here: http://bit.ly/18cllqn

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Today we honor David Yarber of Justice, Illinois, who fell this month in 1968. He is remembered by his brother, Thomas:

"David signed up for the Marines right out of high school. He wanted to honor and protect his country. He gave his life saving the life of his buddy. David was 19 years old and a true American hero. R.I.P.my brother."

Thank you for your service, David: http://bit.ly/UQzP0o— with Tracy Witherington King.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Today we honor Leonard Ray Martin of Fairborn, Ohio, who fell in 1968. He is remembered by his nephew, Chris: 

"I was only three years old, when he died but I am thankful for his service, and all who have served."

Leave a remembrance for Leonard:http://bit.ly/1yRHNpH

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Today we honor Robert Jaronik of South Bend, Indiana, who fell ion June 29th, 1968. He is remembered by his daughter, Debbi: 

"There was no good reason for Vietnam as we all know. Yet, my dad thought it was important and that his service there was needed. I am the oldest of his three children and was 6 yrs old when he left, 7
when he was KIA. I remember asking my dad at the airport ""why do you have to go'? He said, "to keep the bad guys from hurting the
children." What else do you tell a child? All I know is it broke my
heart and my mothers'. My dad will always be my HERO and I miss him everyday. He was in the Marine Corp 10 yrs and was proud to serve. He gave his life for this country and I make sure people know of his sacrifice. I am a very proud daughter and DoD Contractor, I have two children in the military and one who works for a company that benefits the military and their families. My mother recently joined my father in the Kingdom of Heaven. They had a love that was so very strong, only us closest to my mom knew of it and how much she missed him. He was her everything. May God Bless all who have served and continue to serve. I pray for all of us."

Thank you for serving, Robert!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Today we honor Donald Russell Long, who fell on this day in 1966. Donald threw himself on top of a grenade to save eight comrades, which posthumously earned him the Medal of Honor. Thank you for your heroic service → http://bit.ly/1z2vCqk

Over 150 Medal of Honor recipients are listed on The Wall.

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Today we honor Terance Jensen of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, who fell on this day in 1965. He is remembered by his daughter, Susan: 

"This wonderful Warrior was my father. He fought hard and brave to
keep America safe..and I thank him every day for that. RIP Daddy, I love you!"

Help us honor Terance's memory by donating in his honor or leaving a remembrance here:http://bit.ly/TMJB2V

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Today we honor Frank Abarca, who recently passed away in 2010. Yesterday would have been his birthday. He is remembered by his son, Francisco:

"I learned a lot from my dad, Frank Abarca, about how to be a good person. The war shaped him in ways he never talked about but he never lost faith in his fellow man. This is a lesson I hope to pass on to my daughters."

Thank you for your service, Frank.

 

Today we honor Cpl Jesse Warren Spencer Jr., who served in the USMC. He was born on April 15, 1948 and passed away on this day in 2010. He is remembered by his son, Jeff, who included a picture of him and Company "L", 3rd Battalion, 27th Marines, 1st Division in the Quang Nam Province. He states, "Maybe some of the guys can find themselves or loved ones that served with him." 

Jesse is honored in our In Memory program:http://bit.ly/1oarJZ5

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This month in 1967, General Westmoreland requests an additional 200,000 reinforcements on top of the 475,000 soldiers already scheduled to be sent to Vietnam, which would bring the U.S. total in Vietnam to 675,000. President Johnson agrees only to an extra 45,000. — with Peace Symbol and Ethelbert Reinhard Carpio.

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Today we honor Delbert Leasure of Columbus, Ohio, who fell in 1968. He is remembered by his niece, Jeri.

Did you know that Delbert's photos is one of the more than 36,000 photos we have for those whose names are on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial? Learn about those who sacrificed here: vvmf.org/wall-of-faces/

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#Onthisday in 1967, North Vietnam's Politburo makes the decision to launch a widespread offensive against South Vietnam. Conceived in three phases, the first involves attacks against remote border areas to lure U.S. troops away from South Vietnam's cities. The second is the Tet Offensive, an attack with hopes of overthrowing the South Vietnam government. The third involves the invasion of South Vietnam. (HISTORY)

 

 

 

 

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Today we honor Lindsay Blackburn of Drift, Kentucky, who passed away on this day in 2007. He is remembered by his daughter, Lindsay:

"My father Lindsay Blackburn he was in Vietnam from 66 to 67 in the 1st logistical command in Cam Rahn Bay and Da Nang. He was my hero and my idol. I miss him so much, every day. He was the winner of the Army Commendation Medal and the Vietnam service medals. Thank you, dad. I miss and love you very much."

Thank you for your service.

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Today we honor Robert Tillquist of New Haven, Connecticut, who fell in 1965. Today would have been his birthday. He is remembered by his sister, Jean: 

"You are gone but not forgotten. I love and miss you and think of you every day. Love, Jean."

You can leave a remembrance for Robert here:http://bit.ly/1qNePna — with Abhishek Gurav.