THE WALL OF FACES

Donald's baby sweater and a hand-written letter his mother left at the Wall are on display at the Museum of the United States Army in Fort Belvoir, VA. The letter left tears in my eyes. Semper Fi, Marine.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from your friend Mike Day is touching. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us.

U.S. Marine Corps PFC Donald Detmer's baby sweater was left at The Wall on October 1, 1990 by his mother. She also left a note explaining why she chose to leave his baby sweater at The Wall. A replica of the baby sweater is a part of The Wall That Heals, VVMF's mobile exhibit.

Watch a video about this item at: https://youtu.be/9dT-_t2Zu04

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

Dear PFC Donald Detmer,
Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. 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.