THE WALL OF FACES

It was early summer of 68. He just finished basic. I lived near base and he was distantly related to me. We met up. I'd set him up with a date with my girlfriend's girlfriend. We were on the way to Disneyland and got a flat. Luckily Bruce had AAA and roadside assistance saved the day. The four of us enjoyed Disney till it closed that night. He was gone just a few weeks later.

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. You were born three days before me. I am now 72 and have lived a long and fulfilling life. It is tragic you never had that same opportunity. May you rest in eternal peace.

Private First Class Bruce Norman Colson, Served with Company F, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment, 3rd Marine Division, Third Marine Amphibious Force.

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.

Dear PFC Bruce Colson,
Thank you for your service as a Rifleman. Today starts 2018, Happy New Year, and it is the 8th Day of 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.