Raymond C. Benfatti
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Marine Corps |
| Rank | Captain |
| Military Decorations | Bronze Star Purple Heart Silver Star |
| Wall | BB |
| Wall Side | 1 |
| Row | 8 |
| Plaque Number | 12 |
Out of respect for his brother Victor, who was killed in action. Raymond C. Benfatti, then a first lieutenant was awarded the silver-star, for his gallantry and bravery in combat. He was wounded by hostile fire. He Supervised the evacuation of his men before he'd received medical attention. Benfatti's first combat was Korean war 1951-1952. Two tours of Vietnam, Benfatti received a silver-star medal. Two bronze-stars and a Purple Heart. Captain Benfatti served in 1st, 2nd, 3rd marine division's during his career. A true American Hero!
Rising from private to resolute and bold Marine officer, and fighting in
two wars, a grateful nation honored Raymond for his courage, stead-
fast devotion to duty and conspicuous gallantry. During fierce
combat, he inspired others with his valor.
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit
Citation, Good Conduct (7), Navy Occupation, National Defense
Service, Korean Service w/Combat V for Valor, Vietnam Service
w/Silver Star, Korean President Unit Citation, Vietnam Cross of
Gallantry w/Silver Star & Palm, United Nations Service, Vietnam
Campaign w/Device
Plaque Wall Map
