Capt Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr, Vietnam Veteran, Native of Raleigh, NC.
Capt Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army, CPT Dwiggins served our country until November 9th, 1969 in Tay Ninh, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was married. Donald died from an undetermined explosion. His body was recovered. CPT Dwiggins is on panel 16W, line 049 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C. He served our country for 2 years.
After one year at the University of North Carolina, Don came to us with all the cordiality and personality that a Southern gentleman could have. His warm personal feeling for others won him many friends, and his patience as an academic coach pulled many a "goat" through those grueling semesters. His ability to work hard, his great friendliness, and his desire to do a good job in all that he does will be an asset to the Army and his career. West Point Archives.
Don Dwiggins commanded a tank company in the 2/34 Armor. I was his artillery forward observer. During a conversation that Don and I had, shortly after he took command, we realized that we had both grown up in Durham, N.C., although we had not known each other before. He had just returned from R&R with his wife in Hawaii when he was killed. During an operation on the east side of Nui Ba Den, one of our tanks triggered a land mine and the explosion mortally wounded Don. He and I had become good friends and his death affected me for years after I left RVN and the U.S.Army. Jack Markham
Soldier's Medal Citation
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier's Medal to Captain (Armor) Donald Homer Dwiggins, Jr., United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy. Captain Dwiggins distinguished himself by heroic actions on 18 October 1969, while serving as the Battalion S-5 Officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 34th Armor, 25th Infantry Division in the Republic of Vietnam. Through a Volunteer Information Program elements of the 34th Armor had collected a large stockpile of ammunition and stacked it at Fire Support Base BUELL. On the above date some Vietnamese children brought an armed white phosphorous round into the base and placed it on the stack of ordnance. Immediately the round detonated and started to burn. Sensing the danger, Captain Dwiggins rushed to the scene and secured the flaming white phosphorous round. After carrying the round for 25 meters, Captain Dwiggins buried the round in mud and water, extinguishing it. His valorous actions were responsible for preventing injury to many soldiers in the area. Captain Dwiggins' bravery and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
With Don's passing we lost a great soldier and a true hero. It is with deep gratitude that we are remembering Captain Donald Dwiggins and all the others who served and died in times of war so that we may enjoy the Freedom and Liberties that make the United States of America great. A memorial from another USMA alumnus, Clark T. Ballard, Jr, M.D., Colonel, U S Army (Ret) 66 Leschi Drive, Steilacoom, WA 98388-1514, [email protected].
Captain Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr, was a distinguished graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point in the Class of 1967, who met his untimely death at the young age of 25 on 11-9-1969 while serving with Alpha Company, 2/34th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division, and was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Duty-Honor- Country. The Long Gray Line. Clay Marston. [email protected].
I'm his wife's daughter: Don, I know that you know me in spirit, although you never met me in person. I am the spirit of the daughter you had hoped to have with Lynn - my wonderful, beautiful mom and your wonderful, beautiful wife. Through her love, stories and photos, I have come to love you as if I had been a part of your life. As you watch over her as an angel from above, know and trust that I am here, Earthbound, to watch over her as well. I know you are so proud of her - her strength, her courage, continuing your service through her work with the National Guard and serving USMA through committees and the Dignity Wall. To honor your sacrifice, Don, I promise to carry on your love and care, and to always be there for her. Erica Honeycutt-Olson.
From his Widow: Forever Together: Don,The Dignity Wall, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall will be here in Raleigh for Veteran's Day weekend and I am volunteering to work there. I can never serve our country as you did, but I knew you would want to know that I am serving in my own way. If I can help just one person with the burst of emotion that overcomes you when you see the Wall I will be honored. I know you will be there beside me. I am taking one of our wedding photo's to be put in a vault along with all the other's memorabilia to be dedicated and buried in consecrated ground at the NC Veterans Freedom Park here in Raleigh. You will live in our hearts Forever, Your Loving Wife, Lynn Dwiggins.
He was the Husband of Mrs Katherine L Dwiggins, PO Box 571, Wilkesboro, NC.
He served with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 34th Armored Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, "Tropic Lightning", USARV.
He was awarded The Silver Star Medal, The Bronze Star Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, the Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, The Army Achievement Medal and The Army Commendation Medal.
Capt Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army, CPT Dwiggins served our country until November 9th, 1969 in Tay Ninh, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was married. Donald died from an undetermined explosion. His body was recovered. CPT Dwiggins is on panel 16W, line 049 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C. He served our country for 2 years.
After one year at the University of North Carolina, Don came to us with all the cordiality and personality that a Southern gentleman could have. His warm personal feeling for others won him many friends, and his patience as an academic coach pulled many a "goat" through those grueling semesters. His ability to work hard, his great friendliness, and his desire to do a good job in all that he does will be an asset to the Army and his career. West Point Archives.
Don Dwiggins commanded a tank company in the 2/34 Armor. I was his artillery forward observer. During a conversation that Don and I had, shortly after he took command, we realized that we had both grown up in Durham, N.C., although we had not known each other before. He had just returned from R&R with his wife in Hawaii when he was killed. During an operation on the east side of Nui Ba Den, one of our tanks triggered a land mine and the explosion mortally wounded Don. He and I had become good friends and his death affected me for years after I left RVN and the U.S.Army. Jack Markham
Soldier's Medal Citation
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier's Medal to Captain (Armor) Donald Homer Dwiggins, Jr., United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy. Captain Dwiggins distinguished himself by heroic actions on 18 October 1969, while serving as the Battalion S-5 Officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 34th Armor, 25th Infantry Division in the Republic of Vietnam. Through a Volunteer Information Program elements of the 34th Armor had collected a large stockpile of ammunition and stacked it at Fire Support Base BUELL. On the above date some Vietnamese children brought an armed white phosphorous round into the base and placed it on the stack of ordnance. Immediately the round detonated and started to burn. Sensing the danger, Captain Dwiggins rushed to the scene and secured the flaming white phosphorous round. After carrying the round for 25 meters, Captain Dwiggins buried the round in mud and water, extinguishing it. His valorous actions were responsible for preventing injury to many soldiers in the area. Captain Dwiggins' bravery and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
With Don's passing we lost a great soldier and a true hero. It is with deep gratitude that we are remembering Captain Donald Dwiggins and all the others who served and died in times of war so that we may enjoy the Freedom and Liberties that make the United States of America great. A memorial from another USMA alumnus, Clark T. Ballard, Jr, M.D., Colonel, U S Army (Ret) 66 Leschi Drive, Steilacoom, WA 98388-1514, [email protected].
Captain Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr, was a distinguished graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point in the Class of 1967, who met his untimely death at the young age of 25 on 11-9-1969 while serving with Alpha Company, 2/34th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division, and was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Duty-Honor- Country. The Long Gray Line. Clay Marston. [email protected].
I'm his wife's daughter: Don, I know that you know me in spirit, although you never met me in person. I am the spirit of the daughter you had hoped to have with Lynn - my wonderful, beautiful mom and your wonderful, beautiful wife. Through her love, stories and photos, I have come to love you as if I had been a part of your life. As you watch over her as an angel from above, know and trust that I am here, Earthbound, to watch over her as well. I know you are so proud of her - her strength, her courage, continuing your service through her work with the National Guard and serving USMA through committees and the Dignity Wall. To honor your sacrifice, Don, I promise to carry on your love and care, and to always be there for her. Erica Honeycutt-Olson.
From his Widow: Forever Together: Don,The Dignity Wall, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall will be here in Raleigh for Veteran's Day weekend and I am volunteering to work there. I can never serve our country as you did, but I knew you would want to know that I am serving in my own way. If I can help just one person with the burst of emotion that overcomes you when you see the Wall I will be honored. I know you will be there beside me. I am taking one of our wedding photo's to be put in a vault along with all the other's memorabilia to be dedicated and buried in consecrated ground at the NC Veterans Freedom Park here in Raleigh. You will live in our hearts Forever, Your Loving Wife, Lynn Dwiggins.
He was the Husband of Mrs Katherine L Dwiggins, PO Box 571, Wilkesboro, NC.
He served with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 34th Armored Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, "Tropic Lightning", USARV.
He was awarded The Silver Star Medal, The Bronze Star Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, the Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, The Army Achievement Medal and The Army Commendation Medal.
Capt Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr, Vietnam Veteran, Native of Raleigh, NC.
Capt Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army, CPT Dwiggins served our country until November 9th, 1969 in Tay Ninh, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was married. Donald died from an undetermined explosion. His body was recovered. CPT Dwiggins is on panel 16W, line 049 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C. He served our country for 2 years.
After one year at the University of North Carolina, Don came to us with all the cordiality and personality that a Southern gentleman could have. His warm personal feeling for others won him many friends, and his patience as an academic coach pulled many a "goat" through those grueling semesters. His ability to work hard, his great friendliness, and his desire to do a good job in all that he does will be an asset to the Army and his career. West Point Archives.
Don Dwiggins commanded a tank company in the 2/34 Armor. I was his artillery forward observer. During a conversation that Don and I had, shortly after he took command, we realized that we had both grown up in Durham, N.C., although we had not known each other before. He had just returned from R&R with his wife in Hawaii when he was killed. During an operation on the east side of Nui Ba Den, one of our tanks triggered a land mine and the explosion mortally wounded Don. He and I had become good friends and his death affected me for years after I left RVN and the U.S.Army. Jack Markham
Soldier's Medal Citation
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier's Medal to Captain (Armor) Donald Homer Dwiggins, Jr., United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy. Captain Dwiggins distinguished himself by heroic actions on 18 October 1969, while serving as the Battalion S-5 Officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 34th Armor, 25th Infantry Division in the Republic of Vietnam. Through a Volunteer Information Program elements of the 34th Armor had collected a large stockpile of ammunition and stacked it at Fire Support Base BUELL. On the above date some Vietnamese children brought an armed white phosphorous round into the base and placed it on the stack of ordnance. Immediately the round detonated and started to burn. Sensing the danger, Captain Dwiggins rushed to the scene and secured the flaming white phosphorous round. After carrying the round for 25 meters, Captain Dwiggins buried the round in mud and water, extinguishing it. His valorous actions were responsible for preventing injury to many soldiers in the area. Captain Dwiggins' bravery and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
With Don's passing we lost a great soldier and a true hero. It is with deep gratitude that we are remembering Captain Donald Dwiggins and all the others who served and died in times of war so that we may enjoy the Freedom and Liberties that make the United States of America great. A memorial from another USMA alumnus, Clark T. Ballard, Jr, M.D., Colonel, U S Army (Ret) 66 Leschi Drive, Steilacoom, WA 98388-1514, [email protected].
Captain Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr, was a distinguished graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point in the Class of 1967, who met his untimely death at the young age of 25 on 11-9-1969 while serving with Alpha Company, 2/34th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division, and was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Duty-Honor- Country. The Long Gray Line. Clay Marston. [email protected].
I'm his wife's daughter: Don, I know that you know me in spirit, although you never met me in person. I am the spirit of the daughter you had hoped to have with Lynn - my wonderful, beautiful mom and your wonderful, beautiful wife. Through her love, stories and photos, I have come to love you as if I had been a part of your life. As you watch over her as an angel from above, know and trust that I am here, Earthbound, to watch over her as well. I know you are so proud of her - her strength, her courage, continuing your service through her work with the National Guard and serving USMA through committees and the Dignity Wall. To honor your sacrifice, Don, I promise to carry on your love and care, and to always be there for her. Erica Honeycutt-Olson.
From his Widow: Forever Together: Don,The Dignity Wall, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall will be here in Raleigh for Veteran's Day weekend and I am volunteering to work there. I can never serve our country as you did, but I knew you would want to know that I am serving in my own way. If I can help just one person with the burst of emotion that overcomes you when you see the Wall I will be honored. I know you will be there beside me. I am taking one of our wedding photo's to be put in a vault along with all the other's memorabilia to be dedicated and buried in consecrated ground at the NC Veterans Freedom Park here in Raleigh. You will live in our hearts Forever, Your Loving Wife, Lynn Dwiggins.
He was the Husband of Mrs Katherine L Dwiggins, PO Box 571, Wilkesboro, NC.
He served with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 34th Armored Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, "Tropic Lightning", USARV.
He was awarded The Silver Star Medal, The Bronze Star Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, the Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, The Army Achievement Medal and The Army Commendation Medal.
Capt Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army, CPT Dwiggins served our country until November 9th, 1969 in Tay Ninh, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was married. Donald died from an undetermined explosion. His body was recovered. CPT Dwiggins is on panel 16W, line 049 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C. He served our country for 2 years.
After one year at the University of North Carolina, Don came to us with all the cordiality and personality that a Southern gentleman could have. His warm personal feeling for others won him many friends, and his patience as an academic coach pulled many a "goat" through those grueling semesters. His ability to work hard, his great friendliness, and his desire to do a good job in all that he does will be an asset to the Army and his career. West Point Archives.
Don Dwiggins commanded a tank company in the 2/34 Armor. I was his artillery forward observer. During a conversation that Don and I had, shortly after he took command, we realized that we had both grown up in Durham, N.C., although we had not known each other before. He had just returned from R&R with his wife in Hawaii when he was killed. During an operation on the east side of Nui Ba Den, one of our tanks triggered a land mine and the explosion mortally wounded Don. He and I had become good friends and his death affected me for years after I left RVN and the U.S.Army. Jack Markham
Soldier's Medal Citation
The President of the United States of America, authorized by Act of Congress July 9, 1918 (amended by an act of July 25, 1963), takes pleasure in presenting the Soldier's Medal to Captain (Armor) Donald Homer Dwiggins, Jr., United States Army, for heroism at the risk of life not involving conflict with an armed enemy. Captain Dwiggins distinguished himself by heroic actions on 18 October 1969, while serving as the Battalion S-5 Officer with Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 2d Battalion, 34th Armor, 25th Infantry Division in the Republic of Vietnam. Through a Volunteer Information Program elements of the 34th Armor had collected a large stockpile of ammunition and stacked it at Fire Support Base BUELL. On the above date some Vietnamese children brought an armed white phosphorous round into the base and placed it on the stack of ordnance. Immediately the round detonated and started to burn. Sensing the danger, Captain Dwiggins rushed to the scene and secured the flaming white phosphorous round. After carrying the round for 25 meters, Captain Dwiggins buried the round in mud and water, extinguishing it. His valorous actions were responsible for preventing injury to many soldiers in the area. Captain Dwiggins' bravery and devotion to duty are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit, the 25th Infantry Division, and the United States Army.
Contributor: BarryC (47806468)
With Don's passing we lost a great soldier and a true hero. It is with deep gratitude that we are remembering Captain Donald Dwiggins and all the others who served and died in times of war so that we may enjoy the Freedom and Liberties that make the United States of America great. A memorial from another USMA alumnus, Clark T. Ballard, Jr, M.D., Colonel, U S Army (Ret) 66 Leschi Drive, Steilacoom, WA 98388-1514, [email protected].
Captain Donald Homer Dwiggins Jr, was a distinguished graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point in the Class of 1967, who met his untimely death at the young age of 25 on 11-9-1969 while serving with Alpha Company, 2/34th Infantry, 25th Infantry Division, and was posthumously awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Duty-Honor- Country. The Long Gray Line. Clay Marston. [email protected].
I'm his wife's daughter: Don, I know that you know me in spirit, although you never met me in person. I am the spirit of the daughter you had hoped to have with Lynn - my wonderful, beautiful mom and your wonderful, beautiful wife. Through her love, stories and photos, I have come to love you as if I had been a part of your life. As you watch over her as an angel from above, know and trust that I am here, Earthbound, to watch over her as well. I know you are so proud of her - her strength, her courage, continuing your service through her work with the National Guard and serving USMA through committees and the Dignity Wall. To honor your sacrifice, Don, I promise to carry on your love and care, and to always be there for her. Erica Honeycutt-Olson.
From his Widow: Forever Together: Don,The Dignity Wall, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall will be here in Raleigh for Veteran's Day weekend and I am volunteering to work there. I can never serve our country as you did, but I knew you would want to know that I am serving in my own way. If I can help just one person with the burst of emotion that overcomes you when you see the Wall I will be honored. I know you will be there beside me. I am taking one of our wedding photo's to be put in a vault along with all the other's memorabilia to be dedicated and buried in consecrated ground at the NC Veterans Freedom Park here in Raleigh. You will live in our hearts Forever, Your Loving Wife, Lynn Dwiggins.
He was the Husband of Mrs Katherine L Dwiggins, PO Box 571, Wilkesboro, NC.
He served with Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 34th Armored Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, "Tropic Lightning", USARV.
He was awarded The Silver Star Medal, The Bronze Star Medal with Two Oak Leaf Clusters, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, the Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, The Army Achievement Medal and The Army Commendation Medal.
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