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THE WALL OF FACES

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EDWIN M KAHKONEN JR

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HONORED ON PANEL 28E, LINE 96 OF THE WALL

EDWIN MATTI KAHKONEN JR

WALL NAME

EDWIN M KAHKONEN JR

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28E/96

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Kennebec County

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LEFT FOR EDWIN MATTI KAHKONEN JR

POSTED ON 3.11.2023

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. You died at 18 years of age. I am 74 and have lived a long and fulfilling life. It is tragic you never had that same opportunity. May you rest in eternal peace.

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POSTED ON 1.31.2023

POSTED BY: ANON

Forever 18

Never forgotten.

Semper Fi, Marine

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POSTED ON 2.4.2021

POSTED BY: ANON

Never forgotten

On the remembrance of your 72nd birthday, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Forever 18.

Semper Fi, Marine

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POSTED ON 6.3.2020

POSTED BY: Sel J. Wong

Face of a Hero

This is his boot camp photo from Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, Platoon 1007. He earned the title “U.S. Marine” on August 12, 1966.

Thank you for your service to our great country my brother. Semper Fi

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POSTED ON 10.30.2019

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear Lcpl Edwin Kahkonen, Thank you for your service as an Antitank Assaultman.
Yesterday was your 52nd anniversary, sad. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Halloween is tomorrow, happy Halloween. The time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

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