Today our walk was dedicated in honor of:
Marine GYSGT Robert Grove, Age 47 of Pikeville, TN.
KIA Feb 18, 1965
GYSGT Grove was honored with the Navy Cross in World War II, and was Killed in Action as a Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant on February 16, 1965, during the Vietnam War. Grove was honored with the Silver Star for his actions that ultimately lead to his death.
Gunnery Sergeant Grove served with distinction during the Korean and Vietnam Wars.
He died on 18 February 1965 from wounds sustained while advising the South Vietnamese Rangers in Tu Thuan province and posthumously honored with the Silver Star. Grove served his country for over 20 years.
Served in World War II, Korea, Vietnam and was awarded the Navy Cross, Silver Star and the Purple Heart.
We gad a great 6,02 mile walk today. We ended up staying up on Black Mountain and walked little over 3 miles. The views were amazing. Then we did the rest of the walk from the War Memorial Park down town to home. It was a beautiful day to walk. I want to thank Candy for walking with us and I want to thank everyone who honked and waved and saluted in helping us honor this hero today. We had 68 honks. It was amazing. Thank you.
Marine GYSGT Robert Grove will not be forgotten !
