January 23, 2014

Beaufort National Cemetery, Beaufort, South Carolina

Russ and friends attend the funeral of Captain John McGinty

Three Marines That Served With Captain John J. McGinty in Vietnam..

Paul a Fire Team, Gene a Fire Team Leader, Russ a Squad Leader.

Captain McGinty was awarded The Medal Of Honor for his actions on

July 18, 1966 in LZ Crow not far from the DMZ. Paul, Gene & Russ were

assigned To Captain McGinty’s Platoon on that day in LZ Crow...

Captain McGinty Passed away after a long battle with cancer.

Captain McGinty was buried in the National Cemetery in Beaufort, South Carolina.

Not far from Parris Island where Marine Recruits are Trained and for many

a career starts.

Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps General Paxton

gives Captain McGinty a Final Salute.