SGT JAMES WILLIAMS

JOHN O'DONNELL
MARINE VETERAN
HONORING THIS YOUNG BRAVE MARINE HERO SEMPER FI
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
Aug 4, 2014

Silver Star Citation (full)
James Williams Date of birth: September 22, 1946 Date of death: DOW: August 4, 1967 Place of Birth: Oklahoma, Oklahoma City Home of record: Oklahoma City Oklahoma Status: KIA AWARDS AND CITATIONS Silver Star Awarded for actions during the Vietnam War The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Sergeant James Williams (MCSN: 2088210), United States Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving as a Squad Leader with the First Platoon, Company M, Third Battalion, Twenty-Sixth Marines, THIRD Marine Division, in Vietnam on 21 July 1967. Sergeant Williams was engaged as a member of a company search and destroy operation northwest of the Khe Sanh Combat Base. As the company approached one of its objectives. It came under heavy arms and automatic weapons fire from an enemy force in well-fortified positions. Although his squad immediately sustained casualties from the intense fire, he aggressively maneuvered against the enemy in an attempt to gain fire superiority. Repeatedly exposing himself to draw enemy fire, he provided his men with targets. After receiving the order to withdraw his squad over the 100 meters of fire swept terrain, Sergeant Williams skillfully accomplished the mission although several casualties were sustained. Upon arrival at his new position, he discovered that one Marine was missing. Without hesitation, and with complete disregard for his own safety, he raced back to his formerly occupied position, and, locating the wounded Marine, carried him to safety by once more braving the withering enemy fire. Continuing to expose himself to the enemy fire, he directed the consolidation of his position and the evacuation of casualties until he fell mortally wounded. Sergeant Williams' dynamic leadership, devotion to duty, outstanding professional skill and courageous actions in the face of overwhelming odds inspired all who observed him and contributed directly to the success of his unit. His valiant action was in keeping with the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country. Action Date: July 21, 1967 Service: Marine Corps Rank: Sergeant Company: Company M Battalion: 3d Battalion Regiment: 26th Marines Division: 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF
Aug 4, 2014

Sam Hughes
sam@samchughes.com
Remember Our Fallen Marines
4247 KNOLLPASS SAN ANTONIO TX 78247 United States
Never forget our Fallen Marines
http://marines.togetherweserved.com/profile/202170
Synopsis: The President of the United States takes pride in presenting the Silver Star Medal (Posthumously) to James Williams (2088210), Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action while serving with Company M, 3d Battalion, 26th Marines, 3d Marine Division (Rein.), FMF, in connection with combat operations against the enemy in the Republic of Vietnam on August 4, 1967. By his courage, aggressive fighting spirit and steadfast devotion to duty in the face of extreme personal danger, Sergeant Williams upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country. Home Town: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oct 21, 2008

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!!!
Aug 4, 2007

Garnet Jenkins
Grand Junction Co.
~ Never Forgotten ~

In Remembrance of this Young Marine Hero, with a Multitude of Thanks for his Courage, Service and Dedication to our Country and for Freedom. Rest well Sgt. James Williams and know that you will NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I am the sister of such a young hero, who made the Supreme Sacrifice in Vietnam 1967..... ."NOR SHALL YOUR GLORY BE FORGOT, WHILE FAME HER RECORD KEEPS, OR HONOR POINTS TO THE HALLOWED SPOT, WHERE VALOR PROUDLY SLEEPS" ~ Theodore O'Hara ~

Aug 4, 2007

Ray Harton
mc2316774@aol.com
Fellow Marine
http://www.father-capodanno.org
" Poor is the nation that has no heroes. Shameful is the one that having them forgets." - . Rest in Peace. You have not been forgotten. Semper-Fi Marine. Cpl.Harton USMC Ret. Vietnam 1967 5th Marines.
Friday, September 22, 2000

Rick Dunn
rickrick1946@hotmail.com
James' name is carved in stone close to my friend Frank's name. They both left this life on the same day in that terrible war. Time will come and go. The stones where their names are carved may pass from human interest, but God doesn't forget those young guys that died that day. Mathew, Frank, William, Jaime, James, Gerald and the hundreds of others on Panel 24E, you are not forgotten.
Wednesday, October 12, 2005