Dale Potter Helmer

Dale Potter Helmer
Era Vietnam War
Branch U.S. Navy
Rank Commander
Wall D
Wall Side 3
Row 1
Plaque Number 21

World War II-Korea-Vietnam

USS Hyman DD-732
USS Somers DD-830
USS Hazelwood DD-531
USS Morton DD-828
USS Columbus CA-75
USS Montrose APA-212

MEDALS-RIBBONS: Surface Warfare, Commendation w/1 Star, China Service, American Campaign, World War II Victory, Occupation Service (Europe), National Defense Service w/1 Star, Korean Service w/1 Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary, Vietnam Service w/1 Star, United Nations Service, Vietnam Campaign, Korean War Service

Dale was involved with Korean shore bombardments and providing guard for other ships; in Vietnam, he was involved with humanitarian efforts in various communities.

Your dedicated service is greatly appreciated.

U. S. Naval Academy Class of 1949

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