THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. Your Silver Star citation attests to your courage and devotion to your fellow soldiers. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us….

Dear Sgt James Feeney,
Thank you for your service as an Armor Reconnaissance Specialist. Another national holiday is coming, and we honor you this Labor Day. 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.

Sergeant James Terrance Feeney. Served with the 1st Platoon, A Troop, 3rd Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division.

Thinking of you today and that sacrifice that you and your family made. You will never be forgotten

James Terrance Feeney
Date of birth: August 10, 1948
Date of death: February 2, 1969
Place of Birth: Michigan, Detroit
Home of record: Detroit Michigan
Status: KIA

AWARDS AND CITATIONS

Silver Star

Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War

The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Sergeant James Terrance Feeney (ASN: US-54976349), United States Army, for gallantry in action. Sergeant Feeney distinguished himself by heroic actions on 2 February 1969, while serving with Troop A, 3d Squadron, 4th Cavalry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, in the Republic of Vietnam. As the unit assaulted enemy hedgerows and crossed through, they received intense enemy fire. Without hesitation, Sergeant Feeney put down a heavy base of fire. With complete disregard for his own safety, Sergeant Feeney exposed himself to the enemy fire as he remained on top of his vehicle putting suppressive fire on the insurgents. Spotting an enemy position, he stood up and threw two grenades killing several enemy troops. While in this exposed position he was fatally wounded. His valorous actions contributed immeasurably to the success of the mission and the defeat of the enemy force. Sergeant Feeney's personal bravery, aggressiveness, and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
General Orders: Headquarters, 25th Infantry Division, General Orders No. 1932 (February 20, 1969)

Action Date: February 2, 1969

Service: Army

Rank: Sergeant

Company: Troop A

Battalion: 3d Squadron

Regiment: 4th Cavalry Regiment

Division: 25th Infantry Division