Robert Lynne Long ★ Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from Indiana
On December 22, 1967 Captain Long was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Air Force. ★ He is remembered by the people of Indiana. ★ 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 | 284704 |
Service ID | 71839 |
Name | Robert Lynne Long |
From | Plymouth, Marshall County, Indiana |
Birth Date | April 23, 1939 |
Casualty Date | December 22, 1967 |
War | Vietnam War |
Service Branch | Air Force |
Rank | Captain |
Unit/Group | 7th Air Force, 3rd Tactical Fighter Wing, 531st Tactical Fighter Squadron |
Casualty Type | Died through hostile action .. air crash on land |
Location | South Vietnam, Binh Duong province |
Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
Remembered | Robert is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 32e, Line 45. |
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Robert Lynne Long 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 Air Force. Entered the service via Regular Military. He began his tour on November 3, 1967. Long had the rank of Captain. Service number assignment was 71839. Attached to 7th Air Force, 3rd Tactical Fighter Wing, 531st Tactical Fighter Squadron.
He was born on April 23, 1939. According to our records Indiana was his home or enlistment state and Marshall county has been included within the archival record. We have Plymouth listed as his city.
During his service in the Vietnam War, Air Force Captain Long experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on December 22, 1967. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action .. air crash on land. Incident location: South Vietnam, Binh Duong province. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Purple Heart
★ National Defense Service Medal
★ Vietnam Campaign Medal
★ Vietnam Service Medal
★ Air Force Presidential Unit Citation
★ Vietnam Gallantry Cross
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