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

First Lieutenant Richard Harold Walker, Served with the 1st Platoon, Company B, 3rd Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 25th Infantry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

Dear Lt Richard Walker, Thank you for your service as an Infantry Unit Commander. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart . Halloween is soon. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it still needs your strength, courage, guidance and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

Uncle Rich,
Though I was never able to meet you, I have heard countless stories of you from my dad and uncles. You were a fun loving, easy going guy, who loved helping others. You are an american hero and one of the major reasons I joined the Army.I truly wish I could have met you. Regardless, I try to live my life in the way grandpa taught you, my dad, and my uncles. You are a big reason I am who I am. Thank you for your sacrifice.

Dear 1LT Richard Harold Walker, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned.

May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you.

With respect, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir

Curt Carter