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JEFFERSON C CHESNUTT

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HONORED ON PANEL 19E, LINE 56 OF THE WALL

JEFFERSON CLIFFO CHESNUTT

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JEFFERSON C CHESNUTT

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POSTED ON 5.22.2024

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm Proud of Our Vietnam Veterans

Captain Jefferson Clifford Chesnutt, Served with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 263 (HMM-263), Marine Aircraft Group 15 (MAG-15), 9th Marine Amphibious Brigade (9th MAB), Fleet Marine Force Pacific (FMFPAC).

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POSTED ON 12.24.2022

POSTED BY: Nelson McLeod

Fellow Hixson High School Wildcat

I am a 1979 graduate of Hixson High School where there is an Award presented in your honor. In 1979, the recipient was my friend Gery Donovan. Thank you for your service, Sir!

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POSTED ON 3.10.2022

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 5.22.2021

POSTED BY: Edward Klek

Distinguished Flying Cross

For his actions on the day Capt. Chesnutt died he was awarded the The Distinguished Flying Cross for heroism.
Your not forgotten sir.

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POSTED ON 5.9.2019

POSTED BY: Janice Current

An American Hero

Thank you for your service and your sacrifice. Thank you for stepping up and answering your country's call. Rest easy knowing you will never be forgotten.

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