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John Charles Roybal – U.S. Marine Corps (Vietnam Veteran) – MMCM Comprehensive Collection Record
John Charles Roybal – U.S. Marine Corps (Vietnam Veteran) – MMCM Comprehensive Collection Record
Full Name: John Charles Roybal
Rank: Corporal (Cpl)
Service: U.S. Marine Corps
Conflict: Vietnam War
Date of Birth: November 2, 1947
Birthplace: Washington, USA
Nationality: American
Artifacts in MMCM Collection
Artifacts in MMCM Collection
Vietnam Campaign Medal (VCM)
Description: U.S. military campaign medal awarded for service in Vietnam. Recognizes those who served in-country or in direct support of operations.
Significance: Honors John Charles Roybal’s contribution and service during the Vietnam War.
Components:
Medal: MMCM-US-VCM-1966-01*
Ribbon: MMCM-US-VCM-1966-02*
Ribbon with pin: MMCM-US-VCM-1966-03*
United States National Defense Service Medal (NDSM)
Description: Awarded to all members of the U.S. Armed Forces who served honorably during designated wartime periods. Recognizes commitment and readiness to serve the nation.
Ribbon & Medal Design: Eagle on sword and palm with red, yellow, white, and blue ribbon.
Components:
Medal: MMCM-US-NDSM-1953-01*
Ribbon: MMCM-US-NDSM-1953-02*
U.S. Pilot Logbook – John Charles Roybal
Description: Detailed record of flight activity post-Vietnam. Contains dates, aircraft types, routes, flight durations, and training notes.
Flight Dates: February 4, 1982 – May 1983
Aircraft Flown:
Cessna 152 (N6165M)
Cessna 172
Flight Location: Seattle, Washington
Notable Entries (Sample):
SKU: MMCM-US-PL-1960-001*
Notes: Flights were sporadic, not daily; logbook offers insight into his post-war aviation activity.
Known Life & Service Information
Known Life & Service Information
Vietnam Service: Served as a Marine during the Vietnam War; earned VCM and NDSM.
Rank: Corporal.
Post-War Activities: Continued flying civilian aircraft, meticulously recording flights in logbook.
Death: Exact date unknown.
Legacy: Photos, logbooks, and medals preserved in MMCM collection.
Legacy & Significance
Legacy & Significance
Represents the dedication of Vietnam-era Marines and post-war veterans continuing service through aviation.
Pilot logbook provides historical insight into small aircraft operations in the early 1980s.
Preservation of artifacts ensures his contributions are recognized for future generations.
Potential feature in MMCM “Veteran of the Week” section to honor his legacy.
Research & Preservation Notes
Research & Preservation Notes
Research Goals:
Verify full service record, rank, and other decorations.
Locate obituaries, family members, or other veterans who knew him.
Collect more stories or photographs to expand his profile.
Preservation Notes:
Logbook pages archived to prevent damage.
Medals and ribbons catalogued with SKU numbers.
Public Outreach:
Encourage contributions or memories related to John Charles Roybal via MMCM website or social media.
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