THE WALL OF FACES

A butterfly lights beside us like a sunbeam
And for a brief moment its glory
and beauty belong to our world
But then it flies again
And though we wish it could have stayed...
We feel lucky to have seen it.

May those who served never be forgotten. Rest in peace SP4. Daniel, I salute your brave soul. My heart goes out to you and your family.

SP4 Fred J. Daniel was an infantryman serving with 3rd Platoon, C Company, 2nd Battalion, 506th Infantry, 101st Airborne Division. On June 12, 1969, SP4 Daniel died in Thua Thien Province, RVN, after he was fired on by a perimeter guard when mistaken for the enemy. The shooter reportedly was best friends with Daniel and was devastated by the incident. [Taken from coffeltdatabase.org and information provided by Charles Lander (June 2002) at thewall-usa.com]

Dear Sp4 Fred Daniel,
Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Today is National Vietnam Veterans' Day. 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.

We spent so many months together. My first night back from R&R and you gave me a big pat on the back welcoming me. That night you died. Your cries still visit my dreams. Want so much to find Issac and talk with him. He was heart broke over your death. RIP C co, 2nd, 506th, 101st, third platoon