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KENNETH J AUSTON

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HONORED ON PANEL 13W, LINE 115 OF THE WALL

KENNETH JOE AUSTON

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KENNETH J AUSTON

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POSTED ON 5.27.2021

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm proud of our Vietnam Veterans

Corporal Kenneth Joe Auston, Served with Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

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POSTED ON 5.20.2021

POSTED BY: ANON

Never Forgotten

On the remembrance of your 70th birthday, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Forever 18.

GARRYOWEN

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POSTED ON 4.23.2021

POSTED BY: John Grant

Hey Ken

Didn't know you, but you should have had a long life like the rest of us. Your death gave meaning to our lives. Thank you.

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POSTED ON 3.12.2021

POSTED BY: A Grateful Vietnam Vet

Bronze Star Medal Award for Valor

Corporal Kenneth Joe Auston was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, with Combat Distinguishing Device (V), for his exemplary gallantry in action. He was also awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Merit for his sustained meritorious service. He served as an Infantryman and was assigned to C CO, 1ST BN, 7TH CAVALRY, 1ST CAV DIV.
See https://army.togetherweserved.com/

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POSTED ON 3.11.2021

POSTED BY: John Fabris

Thinking of you.....

As we approach the date of your death I want to thank you for your service to our country Sir. Rest in eternal peace.

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