THE WALL OF FACES

CWO Ralph Bigelow is buried at Delevan Cemetery in Delevan, New York.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from your brother Ken is especially poignant. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us.....

Chief Warrant Officer Ralph William Bigelow was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, with Combat Distinguishing Device V, for his exemplary gallantry in action. He was also awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Merit for his sustained meritorious service. He served as a Helicopter Pilot and was assigned to BDE HHC, 198TH INFANTRY BDE, AMERICAL DIV.
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For years I wondered who the pilot was that day, exactly 50 years ago. A few years ago, I was able to find your name on a casualty database. Warrant Officer Ralph Bigelow.

Lt. Neil Hayes was on board the chopper, as was Lt. John Kaugars, who died two days later. You were taking them on a recon of where Charley Company was headed that day. Helicopter pilots and their crews were among the bravest. I salute all of you. You will not be forgotten. T.D. Company C 1/52 Americal 1970

Chief Warrant Officer Ralph William Bigelow, Served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 198th Infantry Brigade, Americal Division, United States Army Vietnam.