David Daniel
judedaniel@optonline.net
1433 Sunset Terrace Wall New Jersey 07719 United States
Even if the World has forgotten, those who served with you on this day have not.
May God hold you in his hands.
May 20, 2015 |
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JOHN O'DONNELL
MARINE VET
HONORING A YOUNG BRAVE MARINE HERO
THIS MAN HAS GIVEN OF HIMSELF EVERTHING HE COULD, SO THAT HIS BROTHER MARINES AND THE PEOPLE BACK HOME COULD LIVE A MORE PEACEFUL LIFE. THIS GIFT OF HIS LIFE SHOWS THE GREATNESS OF THIS HERO. HERO'S DON'T WEAR A CAPE OR MASK NO! THEY WEAR MARINE GREEN.HERO'S COME IN DIFFERENT SHAPE'S AND SIZE'S. AS EACH DAY PASSES,WE MUST TAKE THE TIME TO REMEMBER WHAT THIS HERO GAVE UP! SO THAT WE COULD LIVE IN A FREE SOCIETY. THANK YOU ! SEMPER FI! HERO YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN DOSEN'T MATTER IF YOU ARE A 2YR, 3YR, 4YR, ENLISTMENT OR A DRAFTEE OR RESERVIST,OFFICER OR ENLISTED YOU HAVE EARNED THE TITTLE OF U.S. MARINE! A NATION CRIES OUT FOR THE LOSS OF ONE OF ITS SON'S.
May 20, 2014 |
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Silver Star Citation (full)
Silver Star
Awarded posthumously for actions during the Vietnam War
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Corporal James A. Jenkins (MCSN: 2339189), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Squad Leader with Company C, First Battalion, Third Marines, THIRD Marine Division in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam. On 20 May 1969 during Operation Virginia Ridge, Company C was occupying a night defensive position in Quang Tri Province. Suddenly the Marines came under a fierce attack by a reinforced North Vietnamese Army platoon supported by grenades, rocket-propelled grenades, and small arms fire. Reacting instantly, Lance Corporal Jenkins unhesitatingly left his relatively safe position and began directing the defense of the area. Continuously exposing himself to the intense volume of enemy fire, he moved through the hazardous area, distributing ammunition and shouting words of encouragement to his men. When the battle had ceased, his unit was assigned the mission of searching for enemy casualties and their equipment. Having begun the search, Lance Corporal Jenkins, sensing the presence of hostile soldiers in the area, fearlessly assumed the point position, and after his squad had moved twenty-five meters, he was mortally wounded by the detonation of a hostile rocket-propelled grenade round. His bold initiative and heroic efforts inspired all who observed him and were responsible for saving the lives of the men in his squad. By his courage, aggressive leadership and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of grave personal danger, Lance Corporal Jenkins upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and of the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Action Date: May 20, 1969
Service: Marine Corps
Rank: Corporal
Company: Company C
Battalion: 1st Battalion
Regiment: 3d Marines
Division: 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF
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David Daniel
judedaniel@optonline.net
fellow Marine
1433 East Sunset Terrace wall n 07719 usa
never forgotten
Even though it's been 40 years It is still in my head. I should have refused to move on and kept my squad, mabe James would still be alive today. this country sent uo to a war we shouldn't be fighting, but we went, because our fathers did before us. It dosn't help thepain of family or friends. I pray james is with God and He, God, has an explanation when I get there. James Jenkins was a good Marine, a good boy, doing a mans job.
Never let his valor be forgotten.
May 18, 2012 |
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Jim and Tom Reece
reecejim@yahoo.com
Fellow Tar Heel Veteran
Salute to a Fellow Tar Heel Veteran
Find a grave website
You answered the call of Your Country and then gave the Ultimate Sacrifice. For this, we Salute You.
Jul 13, 2010 |
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Eric Frisbee
eric_frisbee@msn.com
Nephew
Silver Star
JENKINS, JAMES A. (KIA)
Synopsis:
The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to James A. Jenkins (2339189), Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company C, 1st Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on May 20, 1969. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Corporal Jenkins upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Home Town: Marion, North Carolina
Jun 30, 2010 |
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David Daniel
judedaniel@verizon.net
He was in my squad
1433 E. Sunset Terr. Wall Nj USA
Jenkins was in my squad in vietnam. He always had his bible. One day we were running a patrol and had been short on water. We stopped for a rest and Jenkins pulled out his bible and read 'the sun shall not spite thee by day, nor the moon at night...' he continued to read. everybody was dead tired and very dry so wehad the squad sit tight and jenkins and myself went to check another trail by ourselfs. We rounded a bend and found a stream,it was like a meracle. That water enabled our squade to get back to our unit. Jenkins took over my squad when I took over the platoon. the NVA tried to overrun us in the early morning of the 20th. In the morning I sent his squad to check out in front of the lines. I am told he heard something. hdd his squad sit tight as he moved forward and that was when he was killed. he was a good guy and a good marine.
Apr 19, 2010 |
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Ruby Hollifield
defvamp69@yahoo.com
sister
216 Matilda Avenue Marion N.C, 28752 U.S.
I am the half sister of this hero. My mom never really got over his death and so many people would not let her. As for Nancy Evans I do not like you. You say you cared for him but you cheated on him with his best friend while he was over in nam. He died 4 days after I was born so I never really got to know him but what I have been told about him is he was a very outgoing, trustworthy, and loved God. He was a stand up kind of guy who was taken to soon.
Feb 16, 2009 |
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manny g
Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe
Union Gap, WA. 98903
“You are Remembered”
Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. “He which hath no stomach, to this fight, let him depart. But we in it, shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless you, for your Sacrifice!!!
Oct 7, 2008 |
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Eric Frisbee
eric_frisbee@msn.com
Nephew
760, Airport Road, Marion, NC., 28752, USA
Gone but not forgotten
I'am Jame's nephew. (mother's side) I was born almost 1, month, after he left for Vietnam, with my dad who, also served. I did not ever get a chance to know him, just what little my family has talked, about him, but I felt someone who is related to him, should also make a tribute, to him and let everyone know, what sacrifices he made for his country, will not, be forgotten.
God Bless...
Sep 23, 2008 |
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