THE WALL OF FACES

Richard I remember you as a child. I knew you the first 19 years of my life. Your bravery in Viet Nam made history. You died to save others. We are grateful for your service.
Tara Hickey

Chief Warrant Officer Richard Neil Concannon was awarded the Silver Star Medal for his conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action. He served as a Helicopter Pilot and was assigned to B TRP, 2ND SQDN, 17TH CAVALRY, 101ST ABN DIV.
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Chief Warrant Officer Richard Neil Concannon was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his heroism and extraordinary achievement while engaged in aerial flight. He served as a Helicopter Pilot and was assigned to B TRP, 2ND SQDN, 17TH CAVALRY, 101ST ABN DIV.
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Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from fellow soldiers attest to your courage and devotion to them. May you rest in eternal peace.

Warrant Officer Richard Concannon was a true hero who died during a daring rescue attempt of a wounded Ranger in February of 1971. Before that tragedy, he extracted my Ranger team numerous times from the field while we were taking hostile enemy fire and under extremely dangerous circumstances. He was well-respected by all the men of "L" Company Rangers of the 101st Airborne Division. He will never be forgotten.