Marco Joseph Baruzzi

On February 3, 1967 Specialist Four Baruzzi was declared a casualty of the Vietnam War. ★ He served with honor in the United States Army. ★ He is remembered by the people of Ohio. ★ May his positive example inspire us. Working together towards peace, mutual respect, and equality for all.

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Service Details

This Profile ID	261339
Service ID	15751889
Name	Marco Joseph Baruzzi
From	Maple Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Birth Date	March 5, 1947
Casualty Date	February 3, 1967
War	Vietnam War
Service Branch	Army
Rank	Specialist Four
Specialty	Light Weapons Infantry
Unit/Group	25th Infantry Division, 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry, A Company
Casualty Type	Died through hostile action .. multiple fragmentation wounds
Location	South Vietnam, Tay Ninh province
Notable Awards	★ Purple Heart
Remembered	Marco is honored on the Vietnam Veteran's Memorial in Washington DC. Name inscribed at VVM Wall, Panel 14e, Line 110.

Commendations + Awards

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★ Purple Heart

★ Combat Infantryman Badge

★ Marksmanship Badge

★ National Defense Service Medal

★ Vietnam Campaign Medal

★ Vietnam Service Medal

★ Army Presidential Unit Citation

★ Vietnam Gallantry Cross

★ Army Good Conduct Medal

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vvmf.org/ Wall-of-Faces/ 2777/ MARCO-J-BARUZZI

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