Donald Wayne Queen ★ Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from Georgia
On April 2, 1968 Specialist Four Queen was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of Georgia. ★ 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 | 293623 |
| Service ID | 53448948 |
| Name | Donald Wayne Queen |
| From | Epworth, Fannin County, Georgia |
| Birth Date | April 16, 1944 |
| Casualty Date | April 2, 1968 |
| War | Vietnam War |
| Service Branch | Army |
| Rank | Specialist Four |
| Specialty | Light Weapons Infantry |
| Unit/Group | 173rd Airborne Brigade, 1st Battalion, 50th Infantry, B Company |
| Casualty Type | Died through hostile action .. explosive device |
| Location | South Vietnam, Binh Dinh province |
| Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered |  Donald is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 47e, Line 42. |
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis - Donald Wayne Queen 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 September 1, 1967. Queen had the rank of Specialist Four. His military occupation or specialty was Light Weapons Infantry. Service number assignment was 53448948. Attached to 173rd Airborne Brigade, 1st Battalion, 50th Infantry, B Company.
He was born on April 16, 1944. According to our records Georgia was his home or enlistment state and Fannin county has been included within the archival record. We have Epworth listed as his city. During his service in the Vietnam War, Army Specialist Four Queen experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on April 2, 1968. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action .. explosive device. Incident location: South Vietnam, Binh Dinh province. |
Commendations + Awards
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★ Combat Infantryman Badge
★ Purple Heart
★ Marksmanship Badge
★ Parachutist Badge
★ National Defense Service Medal
★ Vietnam Campaign Medal
★ Vietnam Service Medal
★ Army Presidential Unit Citation
★ Vietnam Gallantry Cross
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• 10 Medal of Honor recipients
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