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HONORED ON PANEL 27E, LINE 93 OF THE WALL

JAMES ELLIS CANIDATE

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POSTED ON 1.25.2022

POSTED BY: Donna Moore

Happy Heavenly Birthday

You will forever remain in our hearts and prayers

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POSTED ON 11.5.2021

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 5.17.2021

POSTED BY: Sel J. Wong

Face of a Hero

This is his boot camp photo from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego, Platoon 126. He earned the title “U.S. Marine” on April 10, 1967.

Thank you for your service to our great country my brother. Semper Fi.

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POSTED ON 1.26.2021

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm proud of our Vietnam Veterans

Private First Class James Ellis Canidate, Served with Company A, 1st Battalion, 9th Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

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POSTED ON 5.12.2018

POSTED BY: jerry sandwisch wood cty.ohio nam vet 1969-70 army 173rd abn bde

You are not forgotten

The war may be forgotten but the warrior will always be remembered. All gave Some-Some gave All. Rest in peace James.

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