Howard Eugene Myers
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Marine Corps |
| Rank | Captain |
| Military Decorations | Bronze Star |
| Wall | J |
| Wall Side | 2 |
| Row | 4 |
| Plaque Number | 1 |
Captain HE “Gene” Myers
USMC
Vietnam
1968 – 1969
Howard Eugene Myers served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the 1968 TET offensive as an infantry platoon leader with Company “E”, Second Battalion, Twenty-Seventh Marine Regiment. His decorations include a Bronze Star Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, and Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, each with Combat “V”, and a Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star. He was also awarded a Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, and a Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal.
Beyond his impressive military service, Gene, as a husband, father, son, and brother, continuously demonstrates his dedication to our country and the freedoms we enjoy. We are truly inspired by Captain HE “Gene” Myers.
OTHER MEDALS-RIBBONS: Navy-USMC Achievement w/"V", Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, National Defense Service, Vietnam Service w/One Silver Campaign Star, Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/Silver Star, Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation, Republic of Vietnam Campaign w/1960 Device, Rifle Marksman, Pistol Expert
Plaque Wall Map
