THE WALL OF FACES

I never had the privelege of meeting Dennis.His Brave attempt to rescue one of his troops with disregard for his own life exemplifies character in the highest tradition of the Marine Corps.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from your sister Cynthia and fellow soldiers attest to their love and respect for you. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us...

First Lieutenant Henry Dennis Babers, Served with Company L, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

Met a few people who remember you from Gainesville. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Semper Fi, Marine

Lt. Babers, 461 men from our unit (3/4) died in Vietnam; you were one of those heros. In 2014, I decided to hike the 2,193-mile Appalachian Trail in honor of everyone of you; it took me 7 yrs. I told your story to many hikers. On 10/18/2020, our state's largest newspaper, The Albuquerque Journal, front paged published the story of my hike including how you, and Lt. Regan became heros that Sept 1967 night. Someone once said, "A true soldier fights not because he hates what is in front of him, but because he loves what is behind him."