Roland Robert Obenland ★ Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from Minnesota
On May 18, 1968 Captain Obenland 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 Minnesota. ★ 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 | 290725 |
Service ID | 55707 |
Name | Roland Robert Obenland |
From | Nevis, Hubbard County, Minnesota |
Birth Date | October 10, 1935 |
Casualty Date | May 18, 1968 |
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, Hua Nghia province |
Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
Remembered | Roland is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 62e, Line 21. |
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis: Roland Robert Obenland 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 August 29, 1967. Obenland had the rank of Captain. Service number assignment was 55707. Attached to 7th Air Force, 3rd Tactical Fighter Wing, 531st Tactical Fighter Squadron.
He was born on October 10, 1935. According to our records Minnesota was his home or enlistment state and Hubbard county has been included within the archival record. We have Nevis listed as his city.
During his service in the Vietnam War, Air Force Captain Obenland experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on May 18, 1968. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action .. air crash on land. Incident location: South Vietnam, Hua Nghia 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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