September 24, 2018

Gary Wetzel: Champion & Caretaker

Rank: Private First Class Organization: U.S. Army Company: 173rd Assault Helicopter Company Conflict: Vietnam War Date of Action: 1/8/1968 Date of Issue: 11/19/1968 Medal Presented

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