THE WALL OF FACES

SA Cornelius F. Hubbard was a seaman apprentice serving on the destroyer USS Halsey (DLG-23). On July 30, 1969, the Halsey was underway in the South China Sea when it was reported that SA Hubbard failed to report for watch. After an onboard search failed to locate Hubbard, the ship reversed course to look for the missing man. His remains were not recovered. [Taken from coffeltdatabase.org and information provided by Tom Reece (December 2017)]

SA Cornelius F. Hubbard’s death announcement, courtesy of Research Services Department, Boston Public Library, Boston, MA.

Thank you Seaman Apprentice Hubbard for your courage in dangerous times, in a far and dangerous place.

Dear SA Cornelius Francis Hubbard, sir,

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for the ultimate sacrifice that you made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned.

May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. And please know that men and women like you have stepped forward to defend our country yet again, showing the same love for country and their fellow Americans that you did- you would be proud.

With respect, and the best salute that a civilian can muster for you.

Curt Carter

My brother I think of you quit often. We had some fun times together in the short time I got to know you. I would like to say "It Is Well With My Soul". I pray that you family has found peace also. You were a good friend and a great sailor.