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The following letter was sent to Bill's mother by his C.O.
It is with greatest bereavement that I find myself writing this letter at a time when sorrow is deep within your heart, but the feeling of myself and all men of "A" Company must be expressed.
While on operation "Paul Revere," the platoon to which your son was assigned came under heavy enemy fire, one of his fellow soldiers was wounded by a sniper. William went to the aid of his comrade and was shot, 23 October 1966 by a hidden sniper. William died instantly suffering no pain. Your son was a fine man and a dedicated soldier. His devotion to duty and country were and still are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service.
Specialist Four Brand was a man whose memory will live in the hearts of those who knew him, a constant reminder of the sacrifice that a true America will make so that not only his family but all of the families of the world may live in peace.
You are not alone in your sorrow as each of us in "A" Company share some of this sorrow with you. With deepest sympathy we offer our condolences.
Sincerely yours,
Ora L. Boss
Captain, Infantry
Commanding
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