THE WALL OF FACES

Bill I am speaking at Washelli today and my talk will start by mentioning your name. I will Never Forget our friendship and the fact that I am a Marine because you are a Marine! Semper fi, Brother!

Dear PFC William Denhoff,
Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Your 52nd anniversary is in 2 days, happy birthday. Monday was the 43rd anniversary of the Fall of Saigon. It has been too long, and it's about time 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.

Private First Class William Michael Denhoff, Served with Company D, 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

PFC William M. Denhoff was a rifleman assigned to D Company, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines. On April 29, 1966, PFC Denhoff was on patrol with his unit in Quang Nam Province, RVN, when he was struck by sniper fire in the chest. He was evacuated to the Naval Hospital in Da Nang where he succumbed to his wound five days later on May 4, 1966.

Bill, You were the reason I joined the Corps. And after all this time I want to do something for you. If your brother Robert is around ask him to email me at mikier@comcast.net We will never forget. www.fallenheroesproject.org