John Charles HinesCorporalM CO, 3RD BN, 7TH MARINES, 1ST MARDIV United States Marine Corps 22 February 1947 - 24 August 1970 Cohoes, New York Panel 07W Line 001 |
 
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John was killed in action on August 24, 1970, while serving with Mike Company, 3/7 Marines. Before his death he was decorated for his efforts in the rescue of fellow Marines caught up while crossing a raging river. He is survived by his wife and son Randy.
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A Note from The Virtual WallThe 3/7 Marines' operations log for August 1970 contains the following entry:
Corporal John Hines died from injuries received in this incident, which occurred about 11 kilometers northeast of Hiep Duc village. As far as is known the other two men wounded survived their injuries.
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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
Memorial first published on 11 Jun 2002
Last updated 08/10/2009