THE WALL OF FACES

War drew us from our homeland
In the sunlit springtime of our youth.
Those who did not come back alive remain
in perpetual springtime -- forever young --
And a part of them is with us always.

Lance Corporal Frederick Martin Ziomek, Served with Company L, 3rd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

LCPL Ziomek, May you rest in peace. Please know that your sacrifice is appreciated and that you are not forgotten. May the Lord be with you forever.

Although we never met , you were my brother. Your death was a tragic loss to your family as well as our entire nation. I pray that you are in The Hands of The Lord and that you are with your buddies. Thank you for your sacrifice Brave Marine.

Dear LCPL Frederick M. Ziomek, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice 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. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you.

With respect, Sir

Curt Carter