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Sergeant Robert Carl Sherman (MCSN: 1996608), United States Marine Corps, was held as a Prisoner of War in Southeast Asia from June 24, 1967 until his death in captivity on or about November 23, 1968.

Awards Received

  • Bronze Star Medal

    Service:

    United States Marine Corps

    Rank:

    Sergeant

    Batallion:

    7th Communication Battalion

    Division:

    1st Marine Division

    Action Date:

    June 24, 1967

    (Citation Needed) – SYNOPSIS: The President of the United States of America takes pleasure in presenting the Bronze Star Medal with Combat “V” to Sergeant Robert Carl Sherman (MCSN: 1996608), United States Marine Corps, for heroic achievement in action against an armed enemy of the United States while serving with Headquarters Company, 7th Communications Battalion, 1st Marine Division, III Marine Expeditionary Force, in action in South Vietnam in 1967. By his steadfast performance of duty, courage, and dedication, he reflected great credit upon himself, the Marine Corps, and the United States Naval Service. [The Combat Distinguishing Device is authorized.]