THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever....

Without people like you our great nation would not exist. Rest in peace 2LT. Cullinan, I salute your brave soul. Semper Fidelis!

Jack...I was looking up the Coat of Arms for the Cullinan(e) which as you knew has their roots deep in Ireland. There are four major components, the colors white and red, a hand and a stag. The color white denotes Peace and Sincerity; the color red is "The Martyr's Color" and signifies "Military Fortitude and Magnanimity." The hand is the symbol of Faith, Sincerity and Justice, while the stag represents Peace, Policy and Harmony. I can see where every component was represented in your life and the supreme sacrifice that you gave to your country. As your classmates read your name at each of our reunions, we remember that each of our classmates is bathed in "The Martyr's Color." Semper Fidelis!

Dear Lt John Cullinan,
Thank you for your service as a Basic Engineer, Construction & Equipment Officer. I was born on your birthday. sigh. 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.

Jack, it is going on 50 years since you departed, but you remain strong in the minds and hearts of so many.