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POSTED ON 2.28.2024

POSTED BY: Dennis Edward Wriston

I'm Proud of Our Vietnam Veterans

Petty Officer Second Class Chester Donald Dale, Served aboard the USS Westchester County, Task Force 77 (TF-77), United States Naval Forces Vietnam (USNAVFORV).

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POSTED ON 5.9.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. My friend Cary Rundle also perished in this tragedy. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us.

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POSTED ON 5.31.2021

POSTED BY: Dale Banning

Memories from long ago

I was one of the first responders after the explosion. Helped remove my fellow service men from the ship. I think about them every day.

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POSTED ON 11.1.2018

POSTED BY: Janice Current

An American Hero

Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

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POSTED ON 3.24.2018

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

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Dear QM2 Chester Dale,
Thank you for your service as a Quartermaster 2nd Class on the U.S.S. WESTCHESTER COUNTY. Easter is coming up. Happy Easter. 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.

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