David A. Calkin

David A. Calkin
Era Vietnam War
Branch U.S. Navy
Rank Commander
Military Decorations Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service
Wall H
Wall Side 3
Row 5
Plaque Number 10

Dave commanded a Seabee company that constructed urgently needed projects for the Army, Marines, and Vietnamese Army.  He wintered in Antarctica during Operation Deepfreeze 63 at McMurdo Station.  Active Duty 1960 - 1970 - Reserve Duty 10 years - Retired 1997.     

MEDALS-RIBBONS: Navy Commendation w/Valor, Navy Unit Commendation, National Defense, Service, Antarctica Service, Vietnam Service, Armed Forces Service, Vietnam Gallantry Cross Unit Citation, Republic of Vietnam Campaign w/Device, Republic of Vietnam Honor Medal First Class

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