THE WALL OF FACES

Corporal Clyde Ralph Coburn, Served with Company D, 2nd Battalion, 7th Cavalry Regiment, 3rd Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. Your Silver Star citation attests to your courage and devotion to your fellow soldiers. May you rest in eternal peace.

I am truly proud of my brother, Clyde Ralph Coburn. He gave his life to save others in Vietnam. We love and miss you, Clyde. So grateful to know that 'Families are Forever'. We look forward to the time we can be together again.

Clyde Ralph Coburn

DATE OF BIRTH: July 10, 1947
PLACE OF BIRTH:
Preston, Idaho
HOME OF RECORD:
Preston, Idaho

Silver Star
AWARDED FOR ACTIONS
DURING Vietnam War
Service: Army
Rank: Private First Class
Battalion: 2d Battalion
Division: 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile)
GENERAL ORDERS:
Headquarters, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), General Orders No. 211 (January 12, 1968)
CITATION:
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Private First Class Clyde Ralph Coburn (ASN: US-56648161), United States Army, for gallantry in action while engaged in military operations involving conflict with an armed hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam. Private First Class Coburn distinguished himself by exceptionally valorous action on 9 December 1967, while serving as a machine gunner with Company D, 2d Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), during a combat mission near Phan Thiet, Republic of Vietnam. When his unit came under intense hostile fire, Private First Class Coburn assaulted and succeeded in destroying an enemy emplacement. While moving against another hostile bunker, he drew the enemy fire to himself and away from his comrades. At this time Private First Class Coburn was mortally wounded. His gallant action was in keeping with the highest traditions of military service and reflects great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Army.

Dear Cpl Clyde Coburn,
Thank you for your service as an Infantryman with the 1st Cavalry. Your 50th anniversary just passed, so sorry. December is here, along with all the preparations. It is almost Christmas. 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.