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JOHN W HANSCOM

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HONORED ON PANEL 16E, LINE 2 OF THE WALL

JOHN WILLIAM HANSCOM

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JOHN W HANSCOM

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POSTED ON 4.26.2023

POSTED BY: Deb Aniello

Thank you!

Jackie you were my mother’s cousin. I’ve seen your name on the wall. With love and thanks for your service.

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POSTED ON 11.13.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. We should be forever thankful for the sacrifices of you and so many others to ensure the freedoms we so often take for granted.

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POSTED ON 1.5.2022

POSTED BY: Jury Washington

Thank You For Your Valiant Service Marine.

May those who served never be forgotten. Rest in peace PFC. Hanscom, I salute your brave soul. Semper Fidelis!

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POSTED ON 3.24.2019

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear PFC John Hanscom,
Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. It is now Lent. The war was years ago, but we all need 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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POSTED ON 3.2.2019

POSTED BY: Janice Current

An American Hero

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

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