THE WALL OF FACES

Dear Sp4 Gerald Coulthart,
Thank you for your service as a Cannon Fire Direction Specialist with the 1st Cavalry. It is so important for us all to acknowledge the sacrifices of those like you who answered our nation's call. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

Dear SP4 Gerald Frank Coulthart, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned.

May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you.

With respect, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir

Curt Carter

Gerald is buried at St Pauls Lutheran Cemetery, Pembina County,ND. BSM PH

The Class of 1966 in Cavalier, ND, remembers Gerald at every reunion.

Gerald Frankie Coulthart served bravely with B Btry, 1st Bn, 30th FA, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile). He was a proud member of the most highly decorated Medium Artillery unit to serve in Vietam. He serves now with our Lord and 38 fellow "Hard Chargers" who wait for us. Hard Charger-Sir!
Dan Gillotti (callsign "Hard Charger 9G" in 1968)