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JOHN A GROSS

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HONORED ON PANEL 3W, LINE 115 OF THE WALL

JOHN ALBERT GROSS

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JOHN A GROSS

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POSTED ON 2.8.2024

POSTED BY: Dennis Edward Wriston

I'm Proud of Our Vietnam Veterans

First Lieutenant John Albert Gross, Served with Company D, 3rd Battalion, 21st Infantry Regiment, 196th Infantry Brigade, Americal Division, United States Army Vietnam.

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POSTED ON 10.9.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us….

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POSTED ON 7.26.2021

POSTED BY: Grateful Vietnam Veteran

Bronze Star Medal for Valor Award

Lt. John Albert Gross was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, with Combat Distinguishing Device (V), for his gallantry in action. He was also awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Merit for his sustained meritorious service. He served as an Infantry Unit Commander and was assigned to D CO, 3RD BN, 21ST INFANTRY, 196TH INFANTRY BDE, AMERICAL DIV.
See http://www.coffeltdatabase.org/detreq2.php

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POSTED ON 2.8.2021

POSTED BY: Jury Washington

Thank You For Your Valiant Service Soldier.

May those who served never be forgotten. Rest in peace 1 LT. Gross, I salute your brave soul. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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POSTED ON 2.13.2019

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear Lt John Gross,
Thank you for your service as an Infantry Unit Commander. Your 72nd birthday birthday just passed, happy birthday. It has been too long, and it's about time for us all to acknowledge the sacrifices of those like you who answered our nation's call. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

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