Robert Howard Carr, JrPrivate First Class2ND PLT, B CO, 1ST BN, 5TH CAVALRY, 1 CAV DIV Army of the United States 11 September 1947 - 15 June 1966 Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania Panel 08E Line 048 |
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Robert was my platoon medic until he was killed aiding the wounded. For his actions he was awarded the Silver Star. His humor and constant smile made him a joy in our platoon. Jeff Brown, 2nd Platoon Leader, B Company, 1/5th Cavalry, 1st Air Cavalry Division. Republic of Vietnam June 16, 1966. Robert is missed every day of my life.
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A Note from The Virtual WallThe 1st Bn, 5th Cavalry lost three men on 15 June 1966 while operating northwest of Kontum City - two medics and an infantryman. All three received the Silver Star for their actions :
Medics on the Wall memorial which honors the Army Medics and Navy Corpsmen who died in Vietnam. |
The point-of-contact for this memorial is his Platoon Leader, Jeffrey W. Brown beadman8775@yahoo.com |
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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
Memorial first published on 02 Apr 2008
Last updated 04/11/2008