Robert Oliver Wells ★ Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from Texas
On March 26, 1969 Sergeant Wells was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of Texas. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
This Profile ID | 304613 |
Service ID | 15809713 |
Name | Robert Oliver Wells |
From | Killeen, Bell County, Texas |
Birth Date | November 19, 1949 |
Casualty Date | March 26, 1969 |
War | Vietnam War |
Service Branch | Army |
Rank | Sergeant |
Specialty | Armor Crewman |
Unit/Group | 173rd Airborne Brigade, 16th Armor, D Company |
Casualty Type | Died through hostile action .. explosive device |
Location | South Vietnam, Phu Yen province |
Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
Remembered | Robert is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 28w, Line 55. |
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Robert Oliver Wells was serving his country during the Vietnam War when he gave his all in the line of duty. He had enlisted in the United States Army. Entered the service via Regular Military. He began his tour on May 3, 1968. Wells had the rank of Sergeant. His military occupation or specialty was Armor Crewman. Service number assignment was 15809713. Attached to 173rd Airborne Brigade, 16th Armor, D Company.
He was born on November 19, 1949. According to our records Texas was his home or enlistment state and Bell county has been included within the archival record. We have Killeen listed as his city.
During his service in the Vietnam War, Army Sergeant Wells experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on March 26, 1969. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action .. explosive device. Incident location: South Vietnam, Phu Yen province. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Purple Heart
★ Parachutist Badge
★ National Defense Service Medal
★ Vietnam Campaign Medal
★ Vietnam Service Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Vietnam Gallantry Cross
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