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HONORED ON PANEL 47W, LINE 8 OF THE WALL

JAMES WALTER GATES

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JAMES W GATES

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POSTED ON 5.13.2023

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm Proud of Our Vietnam Veterans

Specialist Four James Walter Gates, Served with Company A, 1st Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

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POSTED ON 5.10.2023

POSTED BY: ANON

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Never forgotten.

HOOAH

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POSTED ON 8.27.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

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.

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POSTED ON 5.13.2022

POSTED BY: Fiechia Crosby

Bravery is a virtue

Thank you for your bravery and service . I never met you but I’m touched by your devotion to protect your squad. Love and blessings Sir.

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POSTED ON 5.13.2021

POSTED BY: Jury Washington

Thank You For Your Valiant Service Soldier.

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

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