David Joseph CanalesPrivate First ClassA CO, 1ST BN, 8TH CAVALRY, 1 CAV DIV Army of the United States 15 December 1946 - 22 May 1966 Sierra Vista, Arizona Panel 07E Line 100 |
 
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David Canales, I do not know about you yet. As I go deeper into my mission of giving you men the honor you earned, I will learn about you. I've spoken to Leonard Lawrence, I'll ask him next time we speak to see if he knew you. I imagine Alpha Company was providing security for LZ HEREFORD that day. You were all part of a historical battle, one that I will not allow to fall silently into a few books. I will push for your memories, every one of you men, because I know you've earned it. Thank you, Mr. Canales, for securing my future with your actions. "HONOR AND COURAGE"
In Gerry Metcalf's memory, |
A Note from The Virtual WallThe 8th Cavalry fought two bitter engagements in the Vinh Thanh Valley in May 1966. On 17 May the 2nd Battalion lost 19 soldiers, and on the 22nd the 1st Battalion lost eleven more:
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The point-of-contact for this memorial is one who remembers, James Oldham ourhpyfmly@yahoo.com |
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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
Memorial first published on 27 Jul 2006
Last updated 08/04/2006