Joined the U.S.Marines in 1967. He was commissioned a Second Lieutenant from Officer Candidate School on July 1, 1968, and served as platoon leader in Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, in Vietnam. He was wounded on July 9, 1969, and retired with the rank of First Lieutenant. He was awarded numerous ribbons, to include the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star with Valor for wounds received in combat against the enemy.
Joined the U.S.Marines in 1967. He was commissioned a Second Lieutenant from Officer Candidate School on July 1, 1968, and served as platoon leader in Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division, in Vietnam. He was wounded on July 9, 1969, and retired with the rank of First Lieutenant. He was awarded numerous ribbons, to include the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star with Valor for wounds received in combat against the enemy.
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