Leslie Reynolds Jr ★ Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from Ohio
On July 17, 1969 Private First Class Reynolds was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of Ohio. ★ 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 | 294508 |
| Service ID | 281466435 |
| Name | Leslie Reynolds Jr |
| From | McArthur, Vinton County, Ohio |
| Birth Date | March 13, 1946 |
| Casualty Date | July 17, 1969 |
| War | Vietnam War |
| Service Branch | Army |
| Rank | Private First Class |
| Specialty | Light Weapons Infantry |
| Unit/Group | 4th Infantry Division, 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry, B Company |
| Casualty Type | Died through hostile action .. artillery rocket mortar |
| Location | South Vietnam, Kontum province |
| Notable Awards |
★ Purple Heart |
| Remembered |  Leslie is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 20w, Line 12. |
Additional Details
Auto-Generated Profile Synopsis - Leslie Reynolds Jr 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 June 19, 1969. Reynolds had the rank of Private First Class. His military occupation or specialty was Light Weapons Infantry. Service number assignment was 281466435. Attached to 4th Infantry Division, 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry, B Company.
He was born on March 13, 1946. According to our records Ohio was his home or enlistment state and Vinton county has been included within the archival record. We have McArthur listed as his city. During his service in the Vietnam War, Army Private First Class Reynolds experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on July 17, 1969. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action .. artillery rocket mortar. Incident location: South Vietnam, Kontum 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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