THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from those who served with you are moving and reflect their admiration and respect for you. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us….

First Lieutenant Richard Alfred Gwinn, Served with the 4th Platoon, Company A, 1st Battalion, 508th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, United States Army Vietnam.

My father taught at North Georgia College with Richard's father. Richard's parents were my godparents. Richard stopped by to visit our family before he shipped out. It was the last time we saw him.

Dear Lt Richard Gwinn,
Thank you for your service as an Infantry Unit Commander. 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.

I was standing directly behind Lt Gwinn the day he was killed. I had a great amount of respect for him. The point man, CPL Ream was killed just a few minutes before Lt Gwinn. This was a very dark day as we lost two great men. I was proud to be a member of his platoon.