THE WALL OF FACES

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. Your Silver Star citation attests to your courage and devotion to your fellow marines. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever….

Dear PFC Walter Henry, Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Watch over America, it still needs your courage. Rest in peace with the angels.

Walter Maurice Henry

Silver Star
AWARDED FOR ACTIONS
DURING Vietnam War
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Private First Class
Battalion: 1st Military Police Battalion
Division: 3d Marine Amphibious Force
GENERAL ORDERS:

CITATION:
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Walter Maurice Henry (MCSN: 2388813), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Rifleman with Company D, First Military Police Battalion, Force Logistic Command, THIRD Marine Amphibious Force, in connection with operations against insurgent communist (Viet Cong) forces in the Republic of Vietnam. On 23 August 1968, Private First Class Henry's unit was occupying a defensive position near the Cam Le Bridge, south of DaNang, when the area came under intense mortar and small arms fire. Learning that several Marines on the opposite side of the river were wounded and required medical evacuation, he unhesitatingly boarded a multi-purpose barge and, accompanied by three companions, maneuvered the craft across the river. Arriving in the designated area, he quickly realized that suppressive fire would be necessary to cover the evacuation of the casualties. Fearlessly rushing across seventy-five meters of fire-swept terrain, he reached a friendly unit and directed the deliver of suppressive fire at the enemy positions. Completely disregarding his own safety, he then attempted to return to his wounded comrades in order to assist in their evacuation and was mortally wounded. Due largely to his heroic and determined efforts, his injured companions were safely evacuated from the hazardous area. By his courage, resolute determination and selfless devotion to duty, Private First Class Henry inspired all who observed him and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.

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.

My name is Jeremiah Henry. Walter Henry was my Uncle. I was also a Sergeant in the Marines. I dont know much about him because all of my family memebrs that knew him have now past on. His brother was my father. I dont know who posted this for him and especially these pictures but if anyone is out there who knew him, please contact me ASAP at [email protected] Thank You