James C. Foley

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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