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JOHN J MCCARTHY

JOHN J MCCARTHY - SGT

  • HOMETOWN:
  • collingswood
  • COUNTY:
  • Camden
  • DATE OF BIRTH:
  • September 26, 1948
  • DATE OF CASUALTY:
  • May 07, 1970
  • BRANCH OF SERVICE:
  • Army
  • RANK:
  • SGT
  • STATUS:
  • KIA
  • COUNTRY:
  • South Vietnam

Biography


John Joseph McCarthy was born on September 26, 1948.  His home of record is Collingswood, NJ.  He graduated from Collingswood High School in 1967.

McCarthy served in the US Army and attained the rank of Sergeant (SGT).  He was attached to A Company, 1st Battalion, 12th Infantry, 4th Infantry.

McCarthy was killed in action on May 7, 1970 during a helicopter crash.

Sources: Various websites, Jim Sheppard and NJVVMF.

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