THE WALL OF FACES

Captain Charles David Allen was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his heroism and extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. He served as a Rotary Wing Aviation Unit Commander and was assigned to HHB, 4TH BN, 77TH ARTILLERY, 101ST ABN DIV.
See http://www.virtualwall.org/da/AllenCD01a.htm

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from your son are especially moving and attest to his love for you. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us.

Capt. Allen,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army as a Cobra Pilot with the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam fighting the NVA. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Captain Charles David Allen Jr., Served with the Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, 4th Battalion, 77th Artillery Regiment (Aerial Rocket Artillery), 101st Airborne Division, United States Army Vietnam.

I did not know you personally, but I know you’re son Charles David Allen lll. I know him as Trey and he grew up with my sons. You would be very proud of him. He is a Great young man. RIP Brother we will not forget!