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LESTER J BRANTLEY

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HONORED ON PANEL 19W, LINE 76 OF THE WALL

LESTER J BRANTLEY

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LESTER J BRANTLEY

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City Of Portsmouth

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Badge, Basic Parachutist Qualification flag, United States national

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POSTED ON 8.21.2022

POSTED BY: Grateful Vietnam Veteran, WIA

Bronze Star Medal Awards for Valor and Merit

Staff Sergeant Lester J. Brantley 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 Tactical Communitions Chief. He was assigned to HQ and A Company, 15th Medical Battalion.
See https://army.togetherweserved.com/

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POSTED ON 8.21.2022

POSTED BY: Grateful Vietnam Veteran, WIA

Army Commendation Medal for Valor

Staff Sergeant Lester J. Brantley was awarded the Army Commendation Medal, with Combat Distinguishing Device (V), for his heroism in action. He served as a Tactical Communitions Chief. He was assigned to HQ and A Company, 15th Medical Battalion.
See https://army.togetherweserved.com/

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POSTED ON 10.24.2021

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us...

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POSTED ON 11.12.2019

POSTED BY: Jury Washington

Thank You For Your Valiant Service Soldier.

We can never truly repay the debt we owe our fallen heroes.
RIP SSGT. Brantley.

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POSTED ON 6.26.2017

POSTED BY: Lucy Conte Micik

Thank You

Dear Staff Sgt. Brantley,
Thank you for your service as a Tactical Communications Chief with the 1st Cav. Mike was 1st Cav, say hi to him. Independence Day is approaching, and it is important for us all to acknowledge the sacrifices of those like you who answered our nation's call. Please watch over America, it stills needs your courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

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