Seaman Marc Steven James was born on August 02, 1948 and had 2 years of service in the U.S. Navy, arriving in Vietnam waters assigned to the Armored Troop Carrier 91-3 (ATC-91-3), River Assault Squadron 9, Task Force 117 (TF-117), U.S. Naval Forces Vietnam.
Operation Coronado V was a riverine military operation conducted by the Mobile Riverine Force of the United States and elements of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) from September 12, 1967 to October 05, 1967 in an attempt to shut down Viet Cong strongholds in the Mekong Delta.
On September 27, 1967 Riverine Assault Division 91 commenced landing troops on the west bank of the Ben Tre Creek in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam after an extensive artillery barrage and air strikes. While proceeding to patrol and blocking stations along Ben Tre Creek, the two lead armored troop carriers ATC-91-10 and ATC-91-3 were being used as mine sweepers when they started receiving heavy enemy fire from both banks. Firing at point-blank range, the ATC's suppressed the fire, killing at least two Viet Cong. The engagement resulted in the deaths of three U.S. sailors and the wounding of six others. The sailors killed in action were BM3 Wiselee Smith and SN David D. Knowles from ATC-91-10 and SN Marc S. James from ATC-91-3. SN Mark James was killed in action by a hostile explosive device and was posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his heroism under fire.
Seaman Marc Steven James is honored on the Vietnam Memorial at Panel 27E, Line 20.
CITATION: SILVER STAR
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Seaman Marc Steven James (NSN: 7884795), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on 27 September 1967, while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in armed conflict against communist insurgent (Viet Cong) forces, during search and destroy operations in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam. With Seaman James embarked as gunner on the port thirty-caliber machine gun, Armored Troop Carrier 91-3 was operating as the lead boat of a formation of riverine assault craft in support of elements of the Second Brigade, Ninth Army Infantry Division. Contact with the Viet Cong was initiated by a sudden and heavy recoilless rifle attack directed at ATC 91-3 at point-blank range, from fortified bunkers along the river bank. One of the first enemy rounds fired pierced the bow ramp of ATC 91-3, inflicting shrapnel injuries to Seaman James, and knocking him to the deck. Despite his serious wounds, he re-manned his weapon and proceeded to expose himself to further enemy fire in order to better direct his return fire. He continued to fire on the enemy fortification at a range of only thirty to forty meters, until a second rifle round exploded directly on his mount, instantly causing his death. Seaman James' exceptional courage under fire and loyal devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Thank You Contributor: Bruce Barney (48607679)
Operation Coronado V was a riverine military operation conducted by the Mobile Riverine Force of the United States and elements of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) from September 12, 1967 to October 05, 1967 in an attempt to shut down Viet Cong strongholds in the Mekong Delta.
On September 27, 1967 Riverine Assault Division 91 commenced landing troops on the west bank of the Ben Tre Creek in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam after an extensive artillery barrage and air strikes. While proceeding to patrol and blocking stations along Ben Tre Creek, the two lead armored troop carriers ATC-91-10 and ATC-91-3 were being used as mine sweepers when they started receiving heavy enemy fire from both banks. Firing at point-blank range, the ATC's suppressed the fire, killing at least two Viet Cong. The engagement resulted in the deaths of three U.S. sailors and the wounding of six others. The sailors killed in action were BM3 Wiselee Smith and SN David D. Knowles from ATC-91-10 and SN Marc S. James from ATC-91-3. SN Mark James was killed in action by a hostile explosive device and was posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his heroism under fire.
Seaman Marc Steven James is honored on the Vietnam Memorial at Panel 27E, Line 20.
CITATION: SILVER STAR
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Seaman Marc Steven James (NSN: 7884795), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on 27 September 1967, while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in armed conflict against communist insurgent (Viet Cong) forces, during search and destroy operations in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam. With Seaman James embarked as gunner on the port thirty-caliber machine gun, Armored Troop Carrier 91-3 was operating as the lead boat of a formation of riverine assault craft in support of elements of the Second Brigade, Ninth Army Infantry Division. Contact with the Viet Cong was initiated by a sudden and heavy recoilless rifle attack directed at ATC 91-3 at point-blank range, from fortified bunkers along the river bank. One of the first enemy rounds fired pierced the bow ramp of ATC 91-3, inflicting shrapnel injuries to Seaman James, and knocking him to the deck. Despite his serious wounds, he re-manned his weapon and proceeded to expose himself to further enemy fire in order to better direct his return fire. He continued to fire on the enemy fortification at a range of only thirty to forty meters, until a second rifle round exploded directly on his mount, instantly causing his death. Seaman James' exceptional courage under fire and loyal devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Thank You Contributor: Bruce Barney (48607679)
Seaman Marc Steven James was born on August 02, 1948 and had 2 years of service in the U.S. Navy, arriving in Vietnam waters assigned to the Armored Troop Carrier 91-3 (ATC-91-3), River Assault Squadron 9, Task Force 117 (TF-117), U.S. Naval Forces Vietnam.
Operation Coronado V was a riverine military operation conducted by the Mobile Riverine Force of the United States and elements of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) from September 12, 1967 to October 05, 1967 in an attempt to shut down Viet Cong strongholds in the Mekong Delta.
On September 27, 1967 Riverine Assault Division 91 commenced landing troops on the west bank of the Ben Tre Creek in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam after an extensive artillery barrage and air strikes. While proceeding to patrol and blocking stations along Ben Tre Creek, the two lead armored troop carriers ATC-91-10 and ATC-91-3 were being used as mine sweepers when they started receiving heavy enemy fire from both banks. Firing at point-blank range, the ATC's suppressed the fire, killing at least two Viet Cong. The engagement resulted in the deaths of three U.S. sailors and the wounding of six others. The sailors killed in action were BM3 Wiselee Smith and SN David D. Knowles from ATC-91-10 and SN Marc S. James from ATC-91-3. SN Mark James was killed in action by a hostile explosive device and was posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his heroism under fire.
Seaman Marc Steven James is honored on the Vietnam Memorial at Panel 27E, Line 20.
CITATION: SILVER STAR
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Seaman Marc Steven James (NSN: 7884795), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on 27 September 1967, while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in armed conflict against communist insurgent (Viet Cong) forces, during search and destroy operations in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam. With Seaman James embarked as gunner on the port thirty-caliber machine gun, Armored Troop Carrier 91-3 was operating as the lead boat of a formation of riverine assault craft in support of elements of the Second Brigade, Ninth Army Infantry Division. Contact with the Viet Cong was initiated by a sudden and heavy recoilless rifle attack directed at ATC 91-3 at point-blank range, from fortified bunkers along the river bank. One of the first enemy rounds fired pierced the bow ramp of ATC 91-3, inflicting shrapnel injuries to Seaman James, and knocking him to the deck. Despite his serious wounds, he re-manned his weapon and proceeded to expose himself to further enemy fire in order to better direct his return fire. He continued to fire on the enemy fortification at a range of only thirty to forty meters, until a second rifle round exploded directly on his mount, instantly causing his death. Seaman James' exceptional courage under fire and loyal devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Thank You Contributor: Bruce Barney (48607679)
Operation Coronado V was a riverine military operation conducted by the Mobile Riverine Force of the United States and elements of the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) from September 12, 1967 to October 05, 1967 in an attempt to shut down Viet Cong strongholds in the Mekong Delta.
On September 27, 1967 Riverine Assault Division 91 commenced landing troops on the west bank of the Ben Tre Creek in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam after an extensive artillery barrage and air strikes. While proceeding to patrol and blocking stations along Ben Tre Creek, the two lead armored troop carriers ATC-91-10 and ATC-91-3 were being used as mine sweepers when they started receiving heavy enemy fire from both banks. Firing at point-blank range, the ATC's suppressed the fire, killing at least two Viet Cong. The engagement resulted in the deaths of three U.S. sailors and the wounding of six others. The sailors killed in action were BM3 Wiselee Smith and SN David D. Knowles from ATC-91-10 and SN Marc S. James from ATC-91-3. SN Mark James was killed in action by a hostile explosive device and was posthumously awarded the Silver Star for his heroism under fire.
Seaman Marc Steven James is honored on the Vietnam Memorial at Panel 27E, Line 20.
CITATION: SILVER STAR
The President of the United States of America takes pride in presenting the Silver Star (Posthumously) to Seaman Marc Steven James (NSN: 7884795), United States Navy, for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action on 27 September 1967, while serving with friendly foreign forces engaged in armed conflict against communist insurgent (Viet Cong) forces, during search and destroy operations in Kien Hoa Province, Republic of Vietnam. With Seaman James embarked as gunner on the port thirty-caliber machine gun, Armored Troop Carrier 91-3 was operating as the lead boat of a formation of riverine assault craft in support of elements of the Second Brigade, Ninth Army Infantry Division. Contact with the Viet Cong was initiated by a sudden and heavy recoilless rifle attack directed at ATC 91-3 at point-blank range, from fortified bunkers along the river bank. One of the first enemy rounds fired pierced the bow ramp of ATC 91-3, inflicting shrapnel injuries to Seaman James, and knocking him to the deck. Despite his serious wounds, he re-manned his weapon and proceeded to expose himself to further enemy fire in order to better direct his return fire. He continued to fire on the enemy fortification at a range of only thirty to forty meters, until a second rifle round exploded directly on his mount, instantly causing his death. Seaman James' exceptional courage under fire and loyal devotion to duty were in keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service.
Thank You Contributor: Bruce Barney (48607679)
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