THE WALL OF FACES

Sergeant Jack Earl Gell was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, with Combat Distinguishing Device (V), for his exemplary gallantry in action. He served as an Infantry Communications Chief and was assigned to A CO, 1ST BN, 7TH CAVALRY, 1ST CAV DIV.
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It was like yesterday when we heard the news that you had died a true patriot. I was 14 and how my mother cried - your Aunt Elaine. Thank you for your service and loving you still today.

It was like yesterday when we heard the news that you had died a true patriot. I was 14 and how my mother cried - your Aunt Elaine. Thank you for your service and loving you still today.

Thank you for your sacrifice for my freedom. God bless your family.

Sgt. Jack Gell, (Jay), was born in Syracuse, NY. He joined the United States Army in Albany, NY. He was a professional soldier. He was a loving husband and devoted father to his wife Rebecca, his daughters Bonnie and Carol, and his son, Jay. He served a 13 month tour of duty in Korea, 1960-'61 in the 1st Cavalry Division. He is mentioned a number of times in the book, 'We Were Soldiers Once -- And Young'. He gave his life for his country on Nov 14, 1965 in the Ia Drang Battle of Vietnam. According to his Captain and his dear friend, Tony Nadal, his dying words were ... "Tell my wife I love her..."