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David served as a PFC - Grade E2 - Marine Corps - Regular Enlisted Service
He was 19 years old at the time of his death.
David was born on June 10, 1949 in Easton, Pennsylvania.
His tour of duty began on December 10, 1968.
David served with H Company, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marines,
1st Marine Division.
David died on January 12, 1969 in Quang Nam Province,
Republic of South Vietnam during operation "Taylor Common."
His death was a result of hostile small arms fire.
His body was recovered.
David is interred in the Gethsemane Cemetery on Wm. Penn Highway in Easton, Pennsylvania
David's religion was Roman Catholic. He was not married.
David's name is listed on Panel 3W --- Line 75
of the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C.
"Rest In Peace David You Are Missed By All Who Knew You"
Honors
David Thomas Breen, a Regular Enlisted Marine, received the following awards for his service in Vietnam. He served with Honor and Distinction in the defense of His Men, His Country, and of His beloved Corps:
Purple Heart for wounds received in an armed conflict.
Combat Action Ribbon
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal with one Bronze Service Star
Vietnam Campaign Ribbon
Good Conduct Medal
The Republic of Vietnam, Military Merit Medal
The Republic of Vietnam, Gallantry Cross with Palm
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David or "Daver" as he was sometimes called, writting letters home, while in training prior to Vietnam.
David's high school
photo 1967
David and his friend and cousin Pat Reilly in August 1965 at Monterey Beach N.J. David was 16 years old then, with a little over 3 years left to live. There are those who would say it is cruel to say that, but that is a fact of wars, young men's lives cut far too short, never able to live a long life but for those who remember them, they will always be our Forever Young. David died in a far away country fighting for his life and the lives of his fellow Marines. Remember them always.
David and some of his family enjoying the summer of 55. David on the left with his sister Rosemary, cousin Kathy, cousin Pat, cousin Janie and uncle John.
