THE WALL OF FACES

The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena; whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who knows the great enthusiasm, the great devotions and spends himself in a great worthy cause; who at the best, knows in the end triumph of high achievement and, at the worst, if he fails, at least fails while caring greatly, so that his place shall never be with those cold, timid souls who know neither victory nor defeat. Theodore Roosevelt

Dear PFC John Taliana, Thank you for your service as an Infantryman. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Today is the first day of summer. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it still needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Thank you John for your service and ultimate sacrifice. I was honored and proud to discover a fellow Taliana on the wall. You are not forgotten.

Private First Class John Barry Taliana, Served with Company B, 2nd Battalion, 16th Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry Division.

John is the brother of my brother's high school friend. I vividly recall the day when Jihn's brother came to our home to inform usnog his brother's death. The sheer and deep remorse shown in Rich's face and in his voice cut into our entire family's core. We felt so helpless, so unprepared for such a shocking and sudden loss. May John rest in peace, and may his spirit and family know the sincere gratitude that our family had regarding his service to our nation trying to ensure enduring freedom and safety for all, including the people of SouthViet Nam. May God comfort the Talians family and may He bless the soul of Johnny!