Donald E. Robbins jr
Era | Vietnam War |
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Branch | U.S. Marine Corps |
Rank | Master Gunnery Sergeant |
Military Decorations | Awards for Valor or Meritorious Service Purple Heart |
Wall | G |
Wall Side | 1 |
Row | 1 |
Plaque Number | 18 |
MEDALS-RIBBONS: Navy Achievement w/Combat V and 2 Stars, Combat Action, Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit commendation (2), Good Conduct (7), National Defense Service (2), Vietnam Service w/4 Stars, Humanitarian, Sea Service Deployment, Over Sea Service (2), Drill Instructor, Vietnam Gallantry Cross, Vietnam Civil Action, Vietnam Campaign w/Palm
MGySgt Robbins served his Country and Corps with distinction and pride. An infantryman in Vietnam, he participated in combat operations with Lima Co, 3/9 and with Oscar Co, 3rd CAG as a member of the now historical Combined Action Program. He subsequently served as a Drill Instructor and as a Military Policeman. Wherever assigned Mission Accomplishment and care for his Marines and their family members were his priorities. He epitomized Semper Fidelis.