William Marinus Devos
He was a Vietnam War Era casualty on February 18, 1968. ★ He served with honor in the United States Marine Corps. ★ He is remembered by the people of New York ★ May his positive example inspire us, as global citizens. ★ When we work together, we can help one another.America’s Fallen
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William Marinus Devos
UPLOAD IMAGE▼ STATE OVERVIEWNew YorkWilliam Marinus Devos is among the 53,842 American Gold Star casualties recorded in our archive with close ties to New York. This is a substantial number of individuals who gave their lives in service to their country.Read MoreSERVICE OVERVIEW
| Name | William Marinus Devos |
| From | Monroe County, New York |
| Born | April 28, 1949 |
| Death | February 18, 1968 |
| War | Vietnam War |
| Rank | Private First Class |
| Specialty | Rifleman |
| Branch | US Marine Corps |
| Group | 3rd Marine Division, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, C Company |
| Cause | Hostile, Killed in Action |
| Location | South Vietnam, Quang Tri province |
| Awarded | ★ Purple Heart |
ORIGINS
William Marinus Devos was born on April 28, 1949. According to our records New York was his home or enlistment state and Monroe County included within the archival record. We have Rochester listed as the city.SERVICEHe had enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Entered the service via Regular Military. Served during the Vietnam War. He began his tour on February 9, 1968. Devos had the rank of Private First Class. His military occupation or specialty was Rifleman. Service number assignment was 2396082. Attached to 3rd Marine Division, 1st Battalion, 3rd Marines, C Company.CASUALTY
During his service in the Vietnam War, Marine Corps Private First Class Devos experienced a traumatic event which ultimately resulted in loss of life on February 18, 1968. Recorded circumstances attributed to: Died through hostile action, small arms fire. Incident location: South Vietnam, Quang Tri province.REMEMBERED
William is honored on the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 40e, Line 3.COMMENDATIONS★ Purple Heart★ Combat Action Ribbon★ Marksmanship Badge★ National Defense Service Medal★ Vietnam Campaign Medal★ Vietnam Service Medal★ Marine Corps Presidential Unit Citation★ Vietnam Gallantry Cross★ Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal★ Marine Corps Expeditionary Medal
PLEASE NOTE THIS MIGHT NOT BE A COMPLETE OR COMPLETELY ACCURATE ACCOUNTING. FOR SOME AWARDS WE USE PROBABILITIES BASED ON KNOWN SERVICE DETAILS.