James Eskel Forsman ★ Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from New Jersey
James Eskel Forsman
Vietnam War
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On February 2, 1967 Specialist Four Forsman was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of New Jersey. ★ 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 | 272884 |
| Service ID | 51497282 |
| Name | James Eskel Forsman |
| From | Mantua, Gloucester County, New Jersey |
| Birth Date | January 17, 1940 |
| Casualty Date | February 2, 1967 |
| War | Vietnam War |
| Service Branch | Army |
| Rank | Specialist Four |
| Specialty | General Vehicle Repairman |
| Unit/Group | 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, 1st Squadron, 11th Cavalry, Headquarters Troop |
| Casualty Type | Died of wounds or effects of action .. explosive device |
| Location | South Vietnam, Binh Long province |
| Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered |  James is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 14e, Line 111. |
Additional Details
▼ Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: James Eskel Forsman was serving his country during the Vietnam War when he gave his all in the line of duty. He was drafted into the Army. Entered the service via Selective Service. He began his tour on August 20, 1966. Forsman had the rank of Specialist Four. His military occupation or specialty was General Vehicle Repairman. Service number assignment was 51497282. Attached to 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment, 1st Squadron, 11th Cavalry, Headquarters Troop.
He was born on January 17, 1940. According to our records New Jersey was his home or enlistment state and Gloucester county has been included within the archival record. We have Mantua listed as his city. During his service in the Vietnam War, Army Specialist Four Forsman experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on February 2, 1967. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died of wounds or effects of action .. explosive device. Incident location: South Vietnam, Binh Long province. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Purple Heart
★ Combat Infantryman Badge
★ National Defense Service Medal
★ Vietnam Campaign Medal
★ Vietnam Service Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Vietnam Gallantry Cross
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