LCPL ALEXANDER JOHN NE MENZIES

ALEXANDER JOHN NE MENZIES

SILVER STAR
SILVER STAR
*MENZIES, ALEXANDER J. N. (KIA) Synopsis: The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to Alexander J. N. Menzies (2133773), Lance Corporal, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company B, 1st Battalion, 3d Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on April 2, 1966. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Lance Corporal Menzies upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country.
Apr 2, 2014

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, YOU HAVE EARNED THE TITTLE OF U.S. MARINE! A NATION CRIES OUT FOR THE LOSS OF ONE OF ITS SON'S.
Apr 2, 2014

Rob Pearce
Marine Sgt Nam 66'67'
Noticed that there have been no comments for several years and just wanted to say that you are remembered on the date of your loss. semper fi LCPL
Apr 2, 2014

Mick Regan
usmc vietnam vet lima 3/26 68-69
GOD BLESS REST IN PEACE MARINE
Apr 2, 2009

Jackie Taylor

You were one of the brave that answered the call. You honored us by your service and sacrifice. We now honor You each time we stand and sing the words �THE LAND OF THE FREE AND THE HOME OF THE BRAVE� Thank you for your bravery, courage and dedication to our Country and freedom. Rest In Peace and Honor.
Mar 31, 2009

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!!!
Apr 2, 2007

Patrick Edgar
Friend
1-3-3 65-66
I remember well Operation Orange and what went down for those 11 days. I was at LZ Albatross and talked to Menzies on the morning of April 2,1966. You were my friend and brother, you will never be forgotten. Semper Fi Marine, and all who gave their lives that horrible day. May God bless all my brother Marines who gave their all.
Saturday, December 20, 2003

Erica Ebert
eebert@rochester.rr.com
Alex was my father's best friend
A special friend
One day, while searching for information that would hopefully help me further understand Vietnam, I came across an interactive web site that allowed its viewers to post remembrances about the men and women who lost their lives in Vietnam. Because my father is a vet and my dad's childhood best friend, Alex lost his life in Vietnam, I was anxious to search for information about him. I found a section that said, "search for a name on the wall." I typed his name directory style, making sure that each letter was in its correct place. With a click of a button, Alex's name and bio appeared. At the age of 21, Alex died. 21? It was hard for me to comprehend and yet so amazing that, 34 years after his death, there was a piece of him on the Internet. As I scrolled down further, I saw a posting from a man who was in boot camp with Alex: "A Friend Remembered." I froze. What wounds would be opened if I clicked on this posting? What should I do? Click. It must have taken me 20 minutes to read the 47 words posted. And when I got to the end, there it was, Terry's email address. What had I found? How would I tell my father that I found a man who knew Alex in boot camp and was with him until the day Alex died? All I really knew about Alex was through stories and black and white childhood photographs that my father shared with me. I knew that Alex went into the Marines and my dad went into the Air Force. I knew that Alex's death was obviously a difficult subject for my father. He had so many unanswered questions and there were so many unspoken words. I shut down my computer and left work for the day. This was just going to have to be another unspoken conversation because I was not about to email Terry. I had no idea what to say. The next morning, at work, I broke my vow of silence, emailed Terry and hoped that fate would kick in. What transpired from these email conversations is almost fictional. But the best part is it is the absolute truth. I have traveled with my father hundreds of times and each time the journey seemed just as memorable as the destination. My dad's little yellow truck took us everywhere. Much like the US mail, it fearlessly worked its way through all of the elements. We traveled along the backcountry roads, and journeyed through small, sleepy villages. We walked for miles in the woods, experienced the passing of a dear old man and the mystery of a momentary second wife. We waved farewell to a golden retriever, played video games by the hours, rode ponies by a creek, vacationed in caverns and found ourselves, years later, still driving. But the road, this time, was taking us to an unlikely destination. March of 2000 and the feelings it brought are just as intense as they were thirty-four years ago. My dad and I were both nervous Afterall, we were about to meet a man who we only knew through 3 months of emotional, yet sheltered, email conversations. But my father

Emmett Queen
equeen@tampabay.rr.com
This is Emmett Queen B-1-3 Wpns 1965-66 I was on Operation Orange with this Marine . He was not alone the day he gave his all. Along with him were 16 others who also gave there lives. Along with myself about 40 others were also wounded that day. April 02, 1966. I grieve to this day, and will never forget. I know he is and the others are with GOD God Bless Semper Fi! Emmett http://1stbattalion3rdmarines.com/
Friday, August 22, 2003