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RONALD S COLSON

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HONORED ON PANEL 29W, LINE 97 OF THE WALL

RONALD SANDERS COLSON

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RONALD S COLSON

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POSTED ON 1.23.2024

POSTED BY: Pam Underwood

Going to see Ronnie

We plan to go to see Ronnie’s memorial in DC in March..
Hoping you are well. Think of you often.

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POSTED ON 8.22.2022

POSTED BY: Pam Garland Underwood

Loved Ronnie

Ronnie Colson was a wonderful person. His shy smile and kind greeting will always be remembered with fondness. It is so unfair that his life was cut so short.

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POSTED ON 12.30.2021

POSTED BY: John Fabris

honoring you...

Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir.. The remembrances from those who knew you are touching and reflect their admiration and respect for you. May you rest in eternal peace.

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POSTED ON 3.22.2021

POSTED BY: A Grateful Vietnam Vet

Bronze Star Medal Award for Valor

Specialist Four Ronald Sanders Colson was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, with Combat Distinguishing Device (V), for his exemplary gallantry in action. He was also awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Merit for his sustained meritorious service. He served as an Infantryman and was assigned to D CO, 1ST BN, 8TH CAVALRY, 1ST CAV DIV.
See http://www.coffeltdatabase.org/

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POSTED ON 10.24.2020

POSTED BY: Dennis Wriston

I'm proud of our Vietnam Veterans

Specialist Four Ronald Sanders Colson, Served with Company D, 1st Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division, United States Army Vietnam.

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