THE WALL OF FACES

My sister was his girlfriend when he entered the Service. They were very much in love. I was her little brother, and they took me with them on many adventures in his navy blue Mustang convertible. He was ALWAYS a good man to me. My sister and my family, who moved, while he was in Viet Nam were crushed when he was KIA. I’m now a 67 year old man. I think of his kindness and service often. Jim Harrison

Lance Corporal Charles Manley Gattis Jr., Served with Company I, 3rd Battalion, 26th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from your friend James Oehlerking is touching. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever…..

i remember all the good times we had in school and how hard it hit me when i hear about your passing. i was in country/veitnam when the news got to me. then i broke down seeing your name on the veitnam memorial. you will always be remembered.RIP

This is his boot camp photo from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Platoon 2066. He earned the title “U.S. Marine” on September 16, 1966.

Thank you for your service to our great country my brother. Semper Fi.