THE WALL OF FACES

CITATION:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Captain (Infantry) Joseph William Cox, United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force on 20 August 1969, while serving as Commanding Officer of Company A, 2d Battalion, 60th Infantry Regiment, 3d Brigade, 9th Infantry Division, in the Republic of Vietnam. On this date while supervising the cutting of a dense nipa palm thicket, Captain Cox discovered an enemy soldier concealed in the vegetation. The man quickly surrendered and agreed to lead the friendly element to the location of more hostile troops. As Captain Cox led a squad of his men in search of the enemy soldiers, the element suddenly came under intense automatic weapons fire. Realizing that the thick nipa palm prevented his men from effectively engaging the enemy, he opened fire with his machine gun and charged the hostile position. As a result of his fearless assault, the enemy troops threw down their weapons and surrendered. Captain Cox's outstanding courage and devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.
See https://valor.militarytimes.com/hero/142995

Captain Joseph William Cox was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, with Combat Distinguishing Device (V), for his exemplary gallantry in action. He was also awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Merit for his sustained meritorious service. He served as an Infantry Unit Commander and was assigned to A CO, 2ND BN, 60TH INFANTRY, 9TH INF DIV.
See http://www.coffeltdatabase.org/detreq2.php

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. It saddens me so few have left remembrances for you here...surely you deserve better. May you rest in eternal peace.

Dear Captain Joseph Cox,
Thank you for your service as an Infantry Unit Commander. Happy Valentine's Day. 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 Captain Joseph William Cox, 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, Sir

Curt Carter