In Memoriam

We remember and honor our alumni who lost their lives in the defense of freedom while fighting in our nation's wars.

LT General Joseph S. Laposata, Class of 1960

War: N/A
Died: 3 December 2018
Awards: NAMSA, Knight Commander

Major Richard J. Curry, Class of 1961

War: Vietnam
Killed in Combat: 23 February 1969
Awards: BSM w/OLC, PH

LT James K. Flannery, Class of 1969

War: Vietnam
Killed in Combat: 16 April 1970
Awards: SS, BSM, PH

Captain Robert M. Young, Class of 1967

War: Vietnam
Captured: 2 May 1970
Killed in Combat: in Captivity 17 September 1972
Awards: SS, BSM w/V, BSM


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