Emmett Arthur Dougans Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from District of Columbia

Emmett Arthur Dougans
Vietnam War
Vietnam War
District of Columbia
On July 9, 1966 Specialist Four Dougans was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. He served with honor in the United States Army. He is remembered by the people of the District of Columbia. May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.
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Service Details
This Profile ID270418
Service ID13705276
NameEmmett Arthur Dougans
FromDistrict of Columbia
Birth DateJuly 24, 1943
Casualty DateJuly 9, 1966
WarVietnam War
Service BranchArmy
RankSpecialist Four
SpecialtyInfantryman
Unit/Group1st Infantry Division, 1st Battalion, 2nd Infantry, B Company
Casualty TypeDied through hostile action .. small arms fire
LocationMinh Thanh Road, South Vietnam, Binh Long province
BurialHillside Cemetery, Luray, Page County, Virginia
Notable Awards
Purple Heart
RememberedEmmett Arthur Dougans is buried or memorialized at Hillside Cemetery, Luray, Page County, Virginia.
Emmett is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 09e, Line 10.
Additional Details
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Emmett Arthur Dougans 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 September 25, 1965. Dougans had the rank of Specialist Four. His military occupation or specialty was Infantryman. Service number assignment was 13705276. Attached to 1st Infantry Division, 1st Battalion, 2nd Infantry, B Company.

He was born on July 24, 1943. According to our records District of Columbia was his home or enlistment state.

During his service in the Vietnam War, Army Specialist Four Dougans experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on July 9, 1966. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action .. small arms fire. Incident location: Minh Thanh Road, South Vietnam, Binh Long province.
Commendations + Awards
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Combat Infantryman Badge
Purple Heart
Marksmanship Badge
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Army Presidential Unit Citation
Vietnam Gallantry Cross
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