William B. Weathers, III
Corporal
B CO, 1ST BN, 9TH MARINES, 3RD MARDIV, III MAF United States Marine Corps Akron, Ohio June 09, 1947 to July 17, 1968 WILLIAM B WEATHERS III is on the Wall at Panel W52, Line 47 |
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In memory of the best friend I ever had. You were my friend first before you became my future brother-in-law. We laughed and did many crazy things together. I still think of you and still miss you.
Dale Reynolds |
"Skipper", I think of you every day, my brother. One day, I'll get to see you again. Thank you and I love you. Gary
From his brother, |
A Note from The Virtual WallOn 17 July 1968 the 9th Marines began a regimental search and destroy mission just south of the DMZ. The 1st Bn, 9th Marines was put in a blocking position north of C-2 and were in position by 1115, 17 Jul. Both Alpha and Bravo Companies received mortar fire; Bravo had 5 men killed and between them the two companies had 20 men wounded severely enough for evacuation. One of Bravo's wounded died on 21 July. A mortarman wounded on the 17th died the following day; it's not known if he was with Alpha or Bravo when wounded. The seven Marines were
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