Thomas Murrin, JrPrivate First ClassI CO, 3RD BN, 3RD MARINES, 3RD MARDIV United States Marine Corps 27 September 1947 - 26 May 1968 New York, New York Panel 66W Line 011 |
 
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The database page for Thomas Murrin, Jr
REMEMBEREDby his comrades in arms fromVVA Chapter 421
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A distant relative paying his respects to a brave soldier who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of his country. I'm humbled to share a surname with somebody who has shown such valour.
Dr Richard Murrin |
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I was only seven when you died, my cousin. But I remember you and have your name from the Wall in Washington.
Anthony Arndt |
A Note from The Virtual WallHeavy fighting was the norm throughout Quang Tri Province during the spring of 1968, particularly in the west around Khe Sanh and along the DMZ border to the east. During the period 22 through 28 May the 3rd Battalion, 3rd Marines, lost 42 Marines and sailors in action, with 21 of the losses coming on a single day - 26 May. Corporal Crawford was one of three men from Mike 3/3 killed in action on that day:
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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
Memorial first published on 28 Jul 2002
Last updated 08/10/2009