THE WALL OF FACES

Alex prior to emigrating to the US was a sergeant in the army cadets in Renton Drill Hall in Scotland.The cabinet in his family home in Dumbarton was full of shields and medals he earned in various endeavours. His death in Vietnam was a tragedy of what would have been a life of great potential. It maybe 50 years but he is well remembered by cadets like me.

I apologize, you were a Rifleman. Semper Fi.
Thank you.

Dear Sgt Alexander Chisholm,
Thank you for your service as a Motor Vehicle Operator. Thanksgiving is coming. This is the month that we remember all those who have passed-on. We remember you. It is so 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.

semper fi brother

Ive seen Alexanders grave in Dumbarton cemetery a few times while walking in the grounds and after seeing it again today I decided to do a wee bit of research to see how a Son of The Rock ended up in the USMC and dying in Vietnam.

I found this site and it was good to see what Alexander actually looked like and learn a bit about how he died. I have submitted a picture of his gravestone which I took this afternoon.