THE WALL OF FACES

I just read about your mother Josephine Pasternak and her quest to complete her education after you were killed in the war. Such an interesting, empowering story. May you both rest in peace.

First Lieutenant Tony Clough, Served with the 1st Platoon, Company A, 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, United States Army Vietnam.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrance from fellow soldier Aubrey is moving. As long as you are remembered you will remain in our hearts forever…..

Our company (3rd 506th Alpha co. 1st Plt.) was in the field on a search and destroy mission. I was in the rear at Co. Headquarters receiving treatment and recovering from a gun shot to my left upper leg, after Juan Garcia was killed. 1st Lt Tony Clough was our platoon leader at the time. I crawled back and told Lt. Clough the situation at the time Juan Garcia was killed.

While in our headquarter company office, someone came into the office and stated that one of our Lts. had been killed. Shortly after, they told us it was Lt. Clough. I was very shaken and I just could not believe the news, but it was true. At that time it was the second saddest day of my life. The day Juan Garcia was killed was the last time I saw Lt. Tony Clough.

Since those tragic days I have searched for Lt. Clough. I have not been be able to find him until today 11/11/2021. I put his name into "The Vietnam Wall of Faces," and his picture popped up.

For approximately fifty-two years I have had Lt. Clough on my mind, remembering him often. He was a good leader, he was respected, and yes I can say loved by his men.

I am so sorry that I was not there the day he was ambushed. I would have done everything I could to have saved his life.

My mother is responsible for my faith. I thank God for it. I truly believe that 1st Lt. Tony Clough is up high flying with the angles today. He is etched in my memory for all time.

Dear Lt Tony Clough,
Thank you for your service as an Infantry Unit Commander. December is here, along with all the preparations. 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.