Major John Ripley, USMC, passes

[DDMac]

Another reminder of the determination and mettle of a fine Marine and real American. I was in the area, dragging bottom along the coast, talking to the forward spotters and lobbing shells during Easter of '72. There were others there like him, some I knew by voice, but none better or more courageous. Another hero gone too young.

Sailor, saluting.

Mac.

[tombogan03884]

Another Marine goes on duty at  Marine Barracks Heaven.