Dennis served as - Lcpl. - E3 - Marine Corps - Regular Enlisted Service
He was 20 years old at the time of his death.
Dennis was born December 8, 1945 in Palmerton, Pa.
Dennis served with K Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, 1st Marine Division,
Weapons Platoon.
Dennis died on March 24, 1966
Dennis died of burns and crash trauma in a helicopter crash, as a passenger, due to hostile ground fire, in Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam while participating in operation Texas. Dennis also participated in operations, Double Eagle, Double Eagle II, and Utah.
His body was recovered.
Dennis is interred in Palmerton, Pa.
Dennis's religion was Protestant.
Dennis's name is listed on Panel 06E --- Line 28
of the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C.
"Rest In Peace Dennis You Are Missed By All
Who Knew You"
Honors
Dennis Richard Andrew, 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.
Armed Forces Espeditionary Medal
Combat Action Ribbon
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
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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