Melvin Williams Jr. -- An African American Coast Guardsman's Aviation Story
February 10, 2024
February 10, 2024
WASHINGTON, Feb. 10 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news:
By Jennifer Kirsop, Public Affairs, Shreveport VA Medical Center
During the Vietnam War era, 18-year-old males had to register with the Selective Service. Instead of simply registering, Melvin W. Williams, Jr., went further. After hearing about a ship rescued by the United States Coast Guard, he knew that would be his path in life and enlisted in the Coast Guard.
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By Jennifer Kirsop, Public Affairs, Shreveport VA Medical Center
During the Vietnam War era, 18-year-old males had to register with the Selective Service. Instead of simply registering, Melvin W. Williams, Jr., went further. After hearing about a ship rescued by the United States Coast Guard, he knew that would be his path in life and enlisted in the Coast Guard.
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