THE WALL OF FACES

Every night I hear the bugler play TAPS while on Fort Drum base and I stand still in quiet reflection during those moments in honor of the men and women who sacrificed their lives in service and support of our freedom.

As an adult I understand that our freedom isn't free but I didn't realize it at the time my cousin Terry Abbott's life was sacrificed during his Marine service in Vietnam, as I was just a child & only a two months shy of 9 years old.

I am writing on this virtual wall of remembrances to honor your memory, Terry, and thereby honor the daily freedom I enjoy because of you and those like you. Remembering your life's sacrifice will always be more than a timely Memorial Day reflection.

Rest in peace, Terry.

Dear Private Abbott,

Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Rest in Peace.

Private Terry Michael Abbott, Served with Company B, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

Whenever I think of classmates I haven't seen for years I also think of classmates I never can see again. Terry, you are not forgotten.

Terry, I never got a chance to meet you because you were killed 8 years before I was born. Even though you were gone you hold a special place in my heart. I know you would of been an amazing uncle. Thank you for your sacrifice.
Nate

**if anyone reading this served with my uncle, PLEASE email me. I would like to speak with you about who my uncle was during his time in Vietnam. Thank you