Ralph Russell BergPrivate First ClassD CO, 1ST BN, 3RD MARINES, 3RD MARDIV United States Marine Corps 11 January 1949 - 07 March 1968 Paxton, Massachusetts Panel 43E Line 040 |
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The database page for Ralph Russell Berg
Ralph, I remember you well in Marine boot camp Platoon 1004. I'll say this for the rest of the platoon: We are proud of all of you guys. "Another Marine reporting, SIR!"
Semper Fi, |
Ralph, I remember you because of your quiet bravery in defense of your friends.
Semper Fi, |
Ralph was my first cousin. His mother and mine were twin sisters. His mother, Gladys Anderson, was a widow with only one child, and had to sign a release for Ralph to enlist. She did so because he was so intent on becoming a Marine. Gladys missed him very much after he was killed in action and lived alone for the rest of her life. Of course, she had her family, but not her son. She became a Gold Star Mother from Massachusetts and was one of five GS Mothers who traveled to Viet Nam to dedicate a hospital given by donors from Massachusetts through an organization whose name I do not remember. At the dedication of the hospital, she gave a wonderful speech which was broadcast on Walter Cronkite's newscast. I was privileged to see it, although I did not have any notice. Ralph is the only family member to have served in Viet Nam and the family is very proud of his service and sacrifice. We only became aware of this website earlier this year when my grandaughter was doing a college reasearch assignment on that conflict. Ralph's family and I are very proud of him and all of the service men and women who responded when their country called. God bless you all.
From a cousin, |
A Note from The Virtual WallThe 1st Bn, 3rd Marines lost 13 men in a bitter fight at Phu Tai (3) hamlet, 3 kilometers northeast of Dong Ha village in Quang Tri Province:
The other men identified by Mr. Mullins in the entry above are
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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
Memorial first published on 08 Jul 1999
Last updated 03/13/2007