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DOUGLAS A YOUNG

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HONORED ON PANEL 40E, LINE 16 OF THE WALL

DOUGLAS ALLEN YOUNG

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POSTED ON 3.9.2024

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you.....

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. You died at 18 years of age. I am 75 and have lived a long and fulfilling life. It is tragic you never had that same opportunity. May you rest in eternal peace.

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POSTED ON 3.10.2023

POSTED BY: Lucy Micik

Thank You

Dear Lcpl Douglas Young, Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. I researched you on your 55th anniversary, sad. Saying thank you isn't enough, but it is from the heart. Lent has begun. Time passes quickly. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage, guidance, and faithfulness, especially now. Rest in peace with the angels.

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POSTED ON 4.4.2021

POSTED BY: ANON

Never forgotten

As your 72nd birthday approaches, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Forever 18.

Semper Fi, Marine

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POSTED ON 12.17.2020

POSTED BY: Annette Motta

My brother, our hero!

Dougie,
I have so many vivid memories of you even though I was only 9 when you passed. You have always been a huge part of our family ! We love you and miss you ! We are so very proud of you! ❤️❤️❤️

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POSTED ON 2.18.2019

POSTED BY: Janice Current

An American Hero

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

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