Thomas A. Scheib
Era | Cold War |
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Branch | U.S. Marine Corps |
Rank | Lieutenant Colonel |
Military Decorations | Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service Bronze Star Purple Heart |
Wall | I |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 1 |
Plaque Number | 15 |
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Purple Heart (2), Bronze Star w/Combat "V" (2), Meritorious Service, Navy Commendation (2), Combat Action, Presidential Unit Citation, Navy Unit Commendation (3), Meritorious Unit Citation (6), National Defense Service, Vietnam Service w/5 Stars, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/Silver Star, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry Unit Citation w/Palm, Republic of Vietnam Campaign w/1960 Device
Tom commanded Lima 3/9 in 1968 at the DMZ during a period of extremely heavy combat. His medals and ribbons reflect his outstanding leadership skills, dedication to duty, and mission accomplishment.