Vietnam – Legacy of Valor
Posted: 7/14/2025

Shipmate has been running a series of features commemorating the service and sacrifice of U.S. Naval Academy alumni who served in the Vietnam War. Click HERE for the third part of the series. This segment addresses the Marines fighting two different wars depending on their location in the country.

Importantly, for the Class of ’66, it also describes the Navy Cross citation of John Roland (28th Company). See p. 21 in footer of document.
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