OTD 1972: Raymond Seaborg killed in Laos during attack by N. Vietnamese Army against Laotian guerrillas
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Early morning, 27 SEPT (1972):
Ray’s outpost came under enemy attack by North Vietnamese Army troops.
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Firing intensified as enemy mounted a ground attack, but Ray remained in a trench protecting & aiding wounded Laotian fighters.
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Friendly reinforcements were expected, but combat units trying to come to Ray’s rescue were unable to reach the area in time.
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Ray’s position was struck by a rocket that landed & exploded directly in front of him. He died instantly.
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Raymond Seaborg was 30 years old. He was first American known to have lost his life in ground fighting in Laos since 1969.
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Ray was posthumously awarded our Intelligence Star for his selfless courage & sacrifice.
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Huge thanks for the men and women serving! Thanks for sharing the story of CIA agents, we the public rarely hear. Hero’s! Much RESPECT!
How he die and who killed him?
This is what courage looks like. Rest in peace.
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