U.S. Marine Corps 1966–1968

 

James Foley joined the Marine Corps in 1966 and was sent to Vietnam in 1967. He served with the 3rd Marine Division in the infantry as a machine gunner team leader. Foley took part in the Tet Offensive in 1968, and was awarded a Purple Heart for wounds received during that action.

 

Jim Foley taking a break

 

Jim Foley with a gun crew

 

Jim Foley with the book in which he’s mentioned

 

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