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THE WALL OF FACES

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WILLIAM P BLETSCH

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HONORED ON PANEL 12W, LINE 3 OF THE WALL

WILLIAM PETE BLETSCH

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WILLIAM P BLETSCH

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POSTED ON 11.23.2022

POSTED BY: ANON

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Never forgotten.

Semper Fortis

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POSTED ON 10.15.2021

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from your sister Connie are touching. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever.

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POSTED ON 6.16.2021

POSTED BY: Wm Alan Ross

American Hero

May this remembrance find you in the eternal Holy Kingdom of our Lord.

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POSTED ON 4.10.2021

POSTED BY: Connie

Still Miss You, Big Brother

Last year marked 50 years and was especially tough. I lost V in May after 45+ years of marriage. I know the two of you would have been friends I miss you both terribly.

16 Mar 1970 We Remember
Super Constellation PR 26 Memorial Site
http://pr26-vietnam.com/

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POSTED ON 11.30.2020

POSTED BY: Jury Washington

Thank You For Your Valiant Service Sailor.

We can never truly repay the great debt we owe our fallen heroes. Rest in peace AMS2. Bletsch, I salute your brave soul. My heart goes out to you and your family.

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