The Shadow
On October 1, 1972 Seaman Apprentice Harrison was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. He served with honor in the United StatesArmy. He is remembered by the people of Virginia. May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect and equality for all.
Birth Date: August 11, 1953
Casualty Date: October 1, 1972
Vietnam War – Navy
Rank: Enlisted
Specialty: Seaman Apprentice Unit/Group: 7th Fleet, USS Newport News (CA 148)
Casualty type: Died through hostile action – Casualty t sea, Misadventure, Friendly Fire
Location:North Vietnam, Quang Tri province, Gulf of Tonkin
Burial: Alleghany Memorial Park, Low Moor, Alleghany County, Virginia
Medals:
Purple Heart
Combat Action Ribbon
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Navy Presidential Unit Citation
Vietnam Gallantry Cross
Ralph is honored on the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Washington, DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 01w, Line77.
