John Robert Beck

Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps

John Robert Beck was born on 27 April 1944 in Goshen, NY.

On 30 August 1968, Sergeant John Robert Beck was serving with Headquarters and Maintenance Squadron 17, Marine Wing Support Group 17, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing in Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam.

On that day, Sgt Beck was killed in action when he sustained wounds from artillery, rocket or mortar fire. His body was recovered.

Badge and Medals

Master Explosive Ordnance Disposal Badge
Purple Heart
Good Conduct Medal
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal

Honors

The name John R Beck is located on Panel 45W Line 004 of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.

Burial

Sergeant Beck is buried at Long Island National Cemetery in Farmingdale, Suffolk County, NY.

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