The Shadow
On July 23, 1967 Private First Nelson Talmadge Nicely was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War.
He served with honor in the United States Army. He is remembered by the people of Virginia. May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect and equality for all.
Casualty date: July 23, 1967
Vietnam War – Marine Corps
Birth Date: March 4, 1947
Rank: Private First Class
Specialty:Light Weapons Infantry
Unit/Group:25th Infantry Division, 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry, A Company
Casualy type: Hostile, died of wounds, Multiple Fragmentation Wounds, Ground Casualty
Location: Quang Ngai Province, South Vietnam
Burial: Sharon Baptist Church Cemetery, Nicely Town, Alleghany County, Virginia
Medals:
Bronze Star
Purple Heart
Combat Infantryman Badge
Marksmanship Badge
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Army Presidential Unit Citation
Vietnam Gallantry Cross
Nelson is honored on the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Washington, DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 23e, Line 112
