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THE WALL OF FACES

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THOMAS J CARSTENS

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HONORED ON PANEL 24E, LINE 110 OF THE WALL

THOMAS JAMES CARSTENS

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THOMAS J CARSTENS

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Waukesha County

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LEFT FOR THOMAS JAMES CARSTENS

POSTED ON 5.31.2024

POSTED BY: K.S.

We remember you

Dear Thomas,

Many people came to look for your name on the Wall That Heals today in Hartland, Wis., your hometown. Your loss is still deeply felt within your community.

Words cannot express the gratitude for your service and sacrifice in the Vietnam War.

Thank you.

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POSTED ON 3.27.2022

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. While all deaths in Vietnam are tragic that you died on your 21st birthday is especially so. May you rest in eternal peace.

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POSTED ON 8.12.2020

POSTED BY: ANON

Never forgotten

On the remembrance of your birthday and the anniversary of your death, your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Semper Fi, Marine.

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POSTED ON 10.10.2017

POSTED BY: Lucy Conte Micik

THANKS

Dear Cpl Thomas Carstens,
Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. It hurts to read that you died on your birthday. I am so sorry. Yesterday we celebrated Columbus Day, and we remember those of you who served. It is important for us all to acknowledge the sacrifices of those like you who answered our nation's call. Please watch over America, it stills needs your strength, courage and faithfulness. Rest in peace with the angels.

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POSTED ON 8.14.2014

POSTED BY: A Marine Corporal, Quang Tri, Vietnam

Semper Fi, Corporal.