The Shadow
CHARLES EUGENE JOHNSON
Vietnam War Gold Star Veteran from Virginia
Home of Record: Richmond VA
Date of Birth: March 26, 1948
Service branch; United States Marine Corps
Grade at loss: E2
Rank: Private First Class
Unit: M Company, 3rd Battalion, 9th Marines, 3rd MARDIV, III MAF
Casualty data:
Start tour: 12/16/1967
Casualty Date: 05/01/1968
Age at loss: 20
Location: Quang Tri Province, South Vietnam
Remains: Body recovered
Casualty type: Hostile, died outright
Casualty detail: Artillery, rocket or mortar
Medals:
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
Charles is honored on the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 53E, Line 34.
On May 1, 1968 First Class Johnson was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. He served with honor in the United States Marine Corp. He is remembered by the people of Virginia. May his positive example inspire us. Working together toward peace, mutual respect and equality for all.
