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POSTED ON 5.13.2024

POSTED BY: RAYMOND FUSTON

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POSTED ON 5.13.2024

POSTED BY: RAYMOND FUSTON

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POSTED ON 5.13.2024

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm Proud of Our Vietnam Veterans

Specialist Four Joseph Jess Gavia, Served with Company G, 75th Infantry Regiment (Ranger), Americal Division, United States Army Vietnam.

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POSTED ON 8.18.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

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Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever…..

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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. Gavia, I salute your brave soul. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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