Manuel Pino B/2/8th Cav,1st Cav 68-69
manuel.manuel.pino728@gmail.com
Fellow Army Vietnam Brother
A/3/4th Cav Rgt, 25th Inf Div
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.
Mar 20, 2009
Garnet Jenkins
garijen@bresnan.net
Grand Junction Co
In Humble Gratitude, For Your Sacrifice
In Remembrance of MSG Charles Lindon Vanover, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom. Rest well Charles and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Supreme Sacrifice in Vietnam in 1967..... ~LOOK AGAIN, O HEART OF MINE, AND SEE WHAT PASSES BY!.....A CRYING OF REMEMBERED NAMES.....OF DEEDS THAT SHALL NOT DIE. ~Excerpt from "Memorial Day" by Theodosia Pickering Garrison 1874~1944
Mar 11, 2008
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!!!
Apr 6, 2007
Francis Kaufman
Just a few words to HONOR your memory on your birthday for the day you made the SUPREME SACRIFICE on April 6th 1989. You are remembered.
Monday, September 15, 2003
Final Mission of MSG Charles L. Vanover Sr.
MSG Charles L. Vanover Sr. died April 6, 1989 as a result of wounds he received nearly 33 years earlier when he was wounded on May 19, 1966 while serving with 2nd Platoon, A Troop, 3rd Squadron, 4th Cavalry, 25th Infantry Division, operating in the Binh Duong Province, South Vietnam. He was 58 years old at the time of his death.
Remembering an American Hero
Dear MSG Charles Lindon Vanover Sr, sir As 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
We Remember
Charles is buried at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell, FL. PH
Thank You!
Charles Vanover was a courageous soldier. He served our country and us, his fellow soldiers. Thank you for protecting the freedoms we enjoy today. He will always be in our memories.
Not forgotten
Posted on 5/19/05 - by Dave Kruger, 196th LIB. 66-67
Charles, Although we never met, I just want you to know you are not forgotten. You gave the ultimate sacrifice, your life for what you believed in. Sleep well my friend, and thank you. |
