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Say His Name to Remember: 1st Lt. Charles Camil Du Pont

1st Lt. James C. Du Pont served with 1st Platoon, Co. C, 1st Bn., 5th Cav. Reg., 3rd Bde., 1st Cav. Div., U.S. Army Vietnam.

September 18, 2024

1st Lt. James du Pont served from 1968 to 1970 and was tragically killed in action during an ambush at Binh Thuy.

He was recognized and remembered by his platoon and friends as a brave leader, as well as a good and honorable man.

Binh Thuy is a location in Vietnam, known for its significance during the Vietnam War. It was home to an airbase and served as a strategic point for U.S. forces. The area saw various military engagements, including ambushes and operations involving infantry units.