Shadow box

Remembering all those who have not come home.
Posted on 2/11/16 - by Michael Conroy mac10381@optonline.net

Spec.4 Humberto Acosta Rosario,
I only came to know you when I received the POW-MIA bracelet that I had ordered sometime after I was discharged from the U.S. Army (1969-1971) I've worn my bracelet every day since 1971. I was 21 years old at the time and am now 66. So I have had this bracelet for quite some time and prayed for you and the others that have not come home. You have become a part of my life. The I remember the first time I had to remove the bracelet was going in for surgery and I explained to the surgeon and his staff that it was customary to never take the bracelet off. So they waited until they put me under to take the bracelet off and when I woke up in the recovery room the first thing I did was look at my wrist and there the bracelet was. I pray that sometime soon your family will have the honor of knowing your whereabouts and can honor you with a funeral service. May God's grace and love be upon your family.

Remembering in his honor.
Posted on 11/8/15 - by Mary Baker

I am proud to say I wore the bracelet for Humberto. I was cleaning out things today and found this bracelet. Brought back a lot of memories from that time.

I finally saw your face for the first time today, April 2, 2015
Posted on 4/2/15 - by Gemma Villani Wright gemmavillani1@msn.com

I did not know Mr. Rosario. But I did wear his name on my wrist all through my high school years from 1970 when I bought the bracelet for about $3 and then through 1973 and beyond. I only took it off once...to go to my senior prom... and then put it right back on the next day. I have kept his bracelet with me throughout my lifetime, now almost 60, Somehow I never lost it. I take it out and look at it from time to time and always remember his name and wonder how his family is and about the profound pain they endured after losing and never finding their beautiful, young son of only 21. He continues to be listed as an MIA, and I have the blue star on my bracelet to note that. I now have two sons of my own, aged 18 and 22, and cannot imagine the bravery it must have taken to let go of Humberto's hand as he entered the Army after high school. I was teaching my class just today about the Viet Nam war and I brought in that bracelet to show them. I then did something I never did before... I looked up his name and was absolutely astonished to so easily find Humberto and to see his face for the very first time...it was like my bracelet and his name came alive for me for the first time.. I just broke down and cried. My students were just stunned to see my reaction. I was simultaneously both thrilled and shocked to see his face and then cried as if he were my own son. No words to describe how quickly those tears came to my eyes for a young man I never knew, who today would be 68 years old. I am so sorry that you had to face the ending that you did, sir. I read every word of your tragic demise in combat. I will pray for you and your family and never forget the sacrifice that you all made because you had the courage and patriotism to volunteer to serve the United States of America... a boy from Puerto Rico who probably felt that the way to becoming a man was to serve his country and his family with pride and honor. You did not fail them, sir...you did not fail me, either. You will forever be a part of my teen years and now my life, forever. "The song ends but the melody lingers on...." Irving Berlin Never to be forgotten by me....SSGT Humberto Acosta Rosario.

NEVER FORGET
Posted on 6/19/14 - by Doreen J. Kaminski

Since high school in the 70's I have proudly worn his name on my wrist. I pray someday his family has closure. Every day I look at his name and say a prayer for him and all that have served.

You're always with me
Posted on 6/6/14 - by Timothy J Moylan

I've worn Ssgt. Humbero Acosta-Rosario's bracelet far way too many years..in fact I had hair when I started. I have't taken it off except for surgeries since I started wearing it. God Bless you and all of our MIAs.

Remembering An American Hero
Posted on 2/21/14 - by Curt Carter ccarter02@earthlink.net

Dear SSGT Humberto Acosta-Rosario, sirAs an American, I would like to thank you for your service and for your sacrifice made on behalf of our wonderful country. The youth of today could gain much by learning of heroes such as yourself, men and women whose courage and heart can never be questioned. May God allow you to read this, and may He allow me to someday shake your hand when I get to Heaven to personally thank you. May he also allow my father to find you and shake your hand now to say thank you; for America, and for those who love you. With respect, and the best salute a civilian can muster for you, Sir Curt Carter

My Bracelet
Posted on 1/19/14

I have worn Humberto Acosta Rosario's bracelet back when I was a teenager. I still have it. I will keep it until he is accounted for by our American Government. When found I will gladly give this bracelet over to his family if they wish

My bracelet since 1987
Posted on 12/9/13
I have worn my bracelet since 1987 while serving in the U.S Air Force and still wear it until SSgt. Acosta-Rosario is truly accounted for. His family deserves this bracelet.

My Bracelet from 1973
Posted on 10/30/13

As I have been going through my items that I hold dear, I came across my old POW-MIA bracelet with the name Spec. 4 Humberto Acosta Rosario 8-22-68. This silver bracelet has been a memento of all those who sacrificed their lives in an unforgettable era in history. So I began to research this solder to only find out that he was never found (MIA). This saddens me but I am happy to know that he will always be remembered on Panel 47W, Line 030 in DC. I would like very much to send this bracelet to his family.

Janet Mosley
SOMEONE, WHO CARES
MIA., IS NOT ENOUGH
I hope they went back, before if could, or after the war, to look, for him. I know, that during, a battle, fast withdrawl it is hard, to go back to get, the men. I lost, my cousin in Jul 1967, (Navy) on the Delta. He did come, home. So much, thick brush & they fought, dirty. God has, had him & he is, looking, after his family - BLESS HIM.
Jan 15, 2011

Ed Cardon
ed@epcsearchinternational.com
Fellow, 25th, Infantry Division, Vet.
Fellow, 25th, Infantry Division, Veteran
I did, not know SSGT-E-6, Humberto Acosta-Rosario, but I served, with the 25th, Infantry Division, from 1969-70. I salute, your Service and Sacrifice. May you find the peace, of the Lord and your family and friends, as well.
Jan 15, 2011

Manuel Pino B/2/8th Cav,1st Cav 68-69
mpjr54@msn. com
Fellow Army Vietnam Brother
B/1/5th Inf Rgt, 25th Inf Div

'When I am dead, cry for me a little. Think of me sometimes, but not too much. It is not good for you to dwell too long. Think of me now and again as I was in life, at some moment which is pleasant to recall, but not for long. Leave me in peace as I shall leave you, too, in peace.'
Dec 16, 2008

Denis1146@aol.com
Fellow Bobcat
Humberto, You, are not forgotten. You, are missed and loved. My prayers, to you and your family. Below, is the account, for that day, that Humbero, went missing. PFC., Humberto Acosta-Rosario (January 15, 1947-August 22, 1968) born, in Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, was a member, of Company B, 1st, Battalion, 5th, Infantry, (Mechanized) 25th, Infantry Division, United States Army, who currently, is the only Puerto Rican, MIA., whose body has, never been recovered. Born and raised, in the city of Mayagüez, which is located, in the western, coast, of Puerto Rico. Acosta-Rosario joined, the Army, after completing his first semester, in the Inter., American University, in San German, Puerto Rico. In 1968, Acosta-Rosario was ordered, to South Vietnam and assigned, to Company B, 1st, Battalion, 5th, Infantry, (Mechanized) 25th, Infantry Division. In his unit he served, as a machine gunner. [5] On August 22, 1968, Acosta-Rosario, accompanied some members, of his unit, during a reconnaissance, mission. His unit, was attacked, by North, Vietnamese Army, (NVA.) regulars. In the vicinity, of Ben Cui, Rubber Plantation, east, of Tay Ninh, City, Tay Ninh, Province. His unit, Company B, was forced, to withdraw from the battlefield, under heavy, enemy attack. The unit, regrouped and discovered, that PFC., Acosta-Rosario and another, machine gunner, PFC., Philip T. DeLorenzo, Jr., were missing. Acosta-Rosario's, platoon sergeant stated, that he believed, PFC., Acosta-Rosario, had been hit, by enemy fire, prior, to the unit's, withdrawal
Jun 25, 2007

manny g
Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe
Union Gap, WA. 98903
“You are Remembered”
Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. “He which hath no stomach, to this fight, let him depart. But we in it, shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless you, for your Sacrifice!!!
Mar 1, 2007

Antonio Mao Ramos-Ramrez
Royalbunch@msn.com
Bud, of his brother, Tito, fellow vet.
234E., 81, St., Apt., A, NY., NY., 10028, USA
Que Dios, te Bendiga Hermano
Humberto: I never met you, but I'am, from nearby Cabo Rojo, Mayaguez district. Also, a good friend, of your brother, Tito. Tito's soul still aches, because he, was never able, to say good-bye, to you, the night you left, for the Nam. You went missing, in combat and they declared, you dead, since 1978. Not, to us, because your brother, Tito, has never lost, hope and all, of us, Vets. and friends, keep, the torch burning, waiting, to hear, from you. You are, the only puertorican, still missing, from the Nam. We will keep, the vigil going, until we find you, or we die. Que Dios, Te Bendiga Hermano. Amen. Antonio Mao Ramos. US., Marines, Nam vet..
Saturday, April 30, 2005

Juan Luis Cruz-Navarro
jcruz@email.usps.gov
Admirer
15, Coslin Road, Enfield, CT., 06082-2236, USA
I'am Proud, for what you have done!
Dear Humberto, I just want to thank you, for putting your life and your selfless service, to save our country, from any further destruction. I'am very proud, to carry a POW-MIA bracelet, honoring and always remembering, what you did for us. God bless you and I hope, you are, resting in peace. SSG., Juan L. Cruz, United States, Army Reserve, Connecticut, USA.
Friday, October 27, 2000

Edward A. Nunez
Macb@aol.com
admirador
Edif., E-6, APT., 32, Manuel A Perez, Rio Piedras, PR., 00924
recuerdos
Soy un puertorriqueno, que esta, en la unidad, de Paracaidistas, infanteros, 82, arbn., Div., quiero darte las gracias, por lo que histes, por tu patria, que el senor te bendiga, y que estes, a su lado, te admiro mucho, son muy pocos, los que tienen el corazon, que tu tuvistes, que el senor te bendiga, y que descanses, en paz.
Sunday, April 22, 2001

Kimberly Kimmel-Ober
kimabmitz@earthlink.net
admirer
Encinitas, California, United States, of America
For SSGT/E-6, Humberto Acosta-Rosario and all those, who knew him and loved him, I just want to say, thank you, for your dedication and sacrifice! Please know, that you have, not been forgotten and always, will hold a special place, in my heart! It would have been nice, to have known, you, as a person and I greatly, appreciate your service! I just wish, you, did not, have to pay, so high, a price! You forever will, be a hero, in my eyes!
Tuesday, January 15, 2002

Frank ( PACO ) Arce
FrankPaco69@aol.com
Bother's Friend
4016, East, Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY., 10465, USA
Tu Eres, El Honor, De Nuestra Patria, Puerto Rico
I met, Your brother Tito, in 1985. He told me, Your story and gave me, Your POW/MIA., bracelet, to wear. Your MIA., date 8/22/68, was the same, day, I arrived, in Country. It is also My Daughter, Tanya's Birthday and My Grandson's, AC's Birthday. We are Bonded, for life. I always, visit You, at The Wall and always will. Tu eres, el Honor, de Nuestra Patria, Puerto Rico. Que Dios, Te Bendiga. I will continue to wear, Your bracelet as I have, since 1985, until You, come Home, or until We, meet, in Heaven.
Thursday, July 10, 2003

Manuel Pino Jr Bco 2/8th 1st Cav 68-69
mpjr54@msn.com
Fellow Army Vietnam Vet
REFLECTIONS FROM THE MOVING WALL". I am a monument to a black period in this countries history.I am the Vietnam wall.,composed to two angled granite walls,inscribed with the names of fifty eight thousand,one hundred thirty four American men and women who died in hell (that was Vietnam) Many people come to see me. strangely they come mostly in silence-old people,young people,children,mothers,fathers,widows,and veterans.all for reasons of their own.they bring gifts,pictures,letters,flowers,poems and cigarettes.the letters speak of grief and loneliness and regret.they ask forgiveness.they are an out pouring of pain.the people softly touch names on my face.they water my grass with tears.then they leave in silence and I hope in peace.for I am more than two stone walls.I am a thank you from a nation that forgot.I am a long past due apology.I am healing for wounds too long left untended.I am a tribute paid to fallen warriors.I AM THE VIETNAM WALL. "America has forgotten the wars.will she remember her warriors"? You may be gone , BUT YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.
Sunday, November 20, 2005

I received your bracelet through a website (I cannot remember which one) and have not removed it since, even in jeopardy of my job. I was only 8 when you were over there and lost; I now have 3 sons. One of my sons has served in the Army as you, in the War on Terror (Iraq, 2007-2009). I prayed every day that he came home; and I was lucky enough that he did. I pray for your family, that they may have the closure of knowledge - that they deserve to have. I have been doing research on you; and found that there are others who also wear your bracelet. I was asked recently what I was wearing and I told the person that it was a MIA bracelet and that over 1000 of our boys are still missing over there. The person was speechless. I hold you in my prayers and hope someday you come home

Visited You At The Wall on Vet Day as I have since 1987 . We have always been bonded By 8-22-68 The Day You Were Lost & The Same Day I Arrived In The Nam . Met You Sister Carmen in Puerto Rico , Last Year & She Still Honors Your Memory , Sends You All Her Love & Prayers & I Always Will . Tu Hermano Que Nunca Te Olvida !!!

I have had Humberto Acosta-Rosario's MIA bracelet since I was 12. I am now 45. As a youth I had no idea who he was or what he did for my country. I am so sorry he was lost, and has not been found, the pain of not knowing after all these years must be so difficult for family members. Thank you for serving and sacrificing for the U.S.A. Humberto Acosta-Rosario You will never be forgotten. G.Draime

I've had your bracelet for more than 30 years. I honor it and I honor you. You are only 8 years older than I, but we are worlds apart. You were with me through high school graduation, my undergraduate degree, my Master's Degree, motherhood and so much more. I've been talking about you with my students. You are with me now and always

I have not forgotten you. I chair the Adoption Committee for The National League of Families of Prisoners of War and Missing in Action in Southeast Asia. We will always remember the 1,889 Americans still unaccounted for in Southeast Asia and the thousands of others that lost their lives. We will not stop our efforts until all of you are home where you belong.

We need to reach the next generation so that they will carry on when our generation is no longer able. To do so, we are attempting to locate photographs of all the missing. If you are reading this remembrance and have a photo and/or memory of this missing American that you would like to share for our project, please contact me at:

Candace Lokey
PO Box 206
Freeport, PA 16229
mlokey@aol.com

If you are not familiar with our organization, please visit our web site at :

www.pow-miafamilies.org

visited the Vietnam War Memorial last March to leave flowers for my cousin who was killed in Vietnam in 1969. I stopped at a booth & purchased a mia bracelet which has Humberto Acosta-Rosario's name on it. I've been wearing it since. This bracelet is very significant to me since my family are from Mayaguez,PR and my brother served in Vietnam at the same time.

(The actual date of his tour of duty began in February 1968. He was declared as Missing in Action on August 22nd, 1968.)

On 22 August 1968, Private First Class Humberto Acosta-Rosario and other members of his unit engaged hostile forces in the vicinity of the Ben Cui Rubber Plantation Area, Grid Coordinates XT462468, Approximately 25 kilometers east of Tay Ninh City and two kilometers west of Dau Tieng, Tay Ninh Province. During the engagement, his unit was forced to withdraw. After withdrawal was completed, Private Acosta-Rosario and another soldier were reported missing. Subsequently, the battle area was retaken and the body of the other soldier was recovered, but Private Acosta-Rosario could not be located. Subsequent information indicates Private Acosta-Rosario was captured during the battle. A captured document dated 25 August 1968, signed by the assistant political officer for the command committee, Doan (possibly Doan 70B also known as the 7th Pavn Division) and addressed to V15 (possibly the 165th Regiment, 7th Pavn Division), reported that the K7, V19 (possibly the 7th Battalion, 32d Regiment) had captured two U.S. prisoners on 23 August 1968.

If anyone knows the whereabouts of the family of PFC/Phillip T. De'Lorenzo Jr. of Randolph Massachusetts, please contact me at this address: Alberto Acosta-Rosario
208 W. 105th St., #4
New York, NY 10025
Tel. (212) 662-2809

I have been wearing Humberto's MIA/POW bracelet for over 10 years. My brother gave it to me.My brother was wearing it and I remembered wearing a copper MIA/POW bracelet in grade school. I have done a lot of research about Humberto and was wondering about his family and friends. He was so young. I admire his courage and dedication. If you knew him or have any information about him, I would appreciate hearing from you

Acosta-Rosario, Humberto, SSG