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FRED L THOMAS

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HONORED ON PANEL 10E, LINE 11 OF THE WALL

FRED L THOMAS

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FRED L THOMAS

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Athens-Clarke County

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POSTED ON 8.15.2021

POSTED BY: Grateful Vietnam Veteran

Bronze Star Medal for Valor Award

PFC Fred L. Thomas was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, with Combat Distinguishing Device (V), for his exemplary gallantry in action. He served as an Infantryman and was assigned to C CO, 1ST BN, 5TH CAVALRY, 1ST CAV DIV.
See https://army.togetherweserved.com/

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POSTED ON 5.25.2021

POSTED BY: Donna Moore

Happy Heavenly Birthday

You will forever remain in our hearts and prayers

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POSTED ON 11.29.2020

POSTED BY: Bob Ahles, Vietnam Vet, St. Cloud, Minnesota

I Remember Your Sacrifice

You were one of the brave that answered the call. You honored us by your service and sacrifice. We now honor you each time we stand and sing the words “THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE”. Rest in Peace and Honor Fred.

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POSTED ON 8.8.2020

POSTED BY: Mary DeWitt

For his family

Fred is buried at Little Creek Cemetery in Greshamville, Greene County, Georgia.

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POSTED ON 8.27.2019

POSTED BY: Mary DeWitt

A letter home

PFC Thomas sent this letter to his cousin, Miss Hattie Thomas.

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