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.

Dear Cpl Mark Madsen, Thank you for your service as an Assault Amphibious Vehicle Crewman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Memorial Day just passed, and it is important to remember you. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

Mark,
You have been on my mind for years. A lot has happened in the 50 years since we first met. I always miss our inspirational readings that we did in boot camp. There is a wall in DC and traveling wall where people can come by and leave items and rememberances. I've been to both several times.
Semper Fi, till we meet again.
PLATOON 3009, 1967, MCRD SAN DIEGO

Corporal Mark Eugene Madsen, Served with Company A, 3rd Amphibious Tractor Battalion, 1st Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

Semper Fi, Corporal.