THE WALL OF FACES

DEAR SEAMAN ALLEN.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE AS A SEAMAN.
THE PHOTO LOOKS MARINE, BUT YOU WERE NAVY/
REST IN PEACE.

Seaman Everett Albert Allen, Served aboard the USS Forrestal, Task Force 77 (TF-77), 7th Fleet. As stated in another remembrance also served in the United States Marine Corps.

Once one . . .

My father was good freinds with Everett, They both served in Vietnam together and had a bond being from the same hometown. Everett served in the USMC with honors, Everetts return to civilian life was very short before joining the NAVY and getting back into the fight.
Everett my father had may fond memories of you. I know your passing bothered him very much for many many years. I learned about you from his photos growing up. I want to thank you for watching my dads back while in Vietnam, You both took care of each other while in the USMC. In my Dads words, Semper Fidelis old friend See you at the Gates.

Dear SN Everett Albert Allen, sir

As an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for the ultimate sacrifice that you 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. And please know that men and women like you have stepped forward to defend our country yet again, showing the same love for country and their fellow Americans that you did- you would be proud.

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

Curt Carter