Richard E. Schwartz
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Marine Corps |
| Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
| Military Decorations | Bronze Star Purple Heart |
| Wall | G |
| Wall Side | 1 |
| Row | 1 |
| Plaque Number | 12 |
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Bronze Star w/combat "Y" (2 Awards), Purple Heart, Navy Commendation w/Combat "Y" (2 Awards), Combat Action Ribbon, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commendation (2 Awards), National Defense Service, Vietnam Service (4 Awards), Vietnam Civil Action, Republic of Vietnam Campaign, Republic of Vietnam Cross of Gallantry (w/silver star), Sea Service Deployment, Republic of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation. Rifle Expert (7 Awards), Pistol Expert (2 Awards)
The motto Semper Fidelis, Always Faithful, is the lifelong creed of Lt. Col. Dick Schwartz, a "Marine's Marine." Always faithful to the Corps, Marines with whom he served, Country, family, friends, Penn State and the Pittsburgh Steelers. His command presence, leadership, enthusiasm, and infectious good humor inspired, consoled and cheered all with whom he served.
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