James Burrell Hewette
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Military Decorations | Bronze Star Purple Heart |
| Wall | E |
| Wall Side | 2 |
| Row | 1 |
| Plaque Number | 1 |
World war II-Korea-Vietnam
Aleutian Islands-Central Pacific-So. Philippines-Ryukus
Combat Infantryman Second Award
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Commendation, American Defense Service, American Campaign, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign w/ Arrowhead and four Stars, World War II Victory, National Defense Service w/1 Star, Korean Service w/3 Stars, Philippine Liberation, United Nations Service, Korean Presidential Unit Citation, Korean War Service, Chung Mu Distinguished Service w/Gold Star
After guarding Mt. Soledad, "Jim" led his company in four amphibious assault landings in the Pacific. In Korea, he was a division advisor to Korean forces.
With love and admiration, your family
7th Infantry Division
Master Parachutist
11th Airborne Division
Plaque Wall Map
