Carl F. Kroh

Fallen Hero’s Hometown and State: Ranshaw, PA

Branch of Service: U.S. Marine Corps

Rank: Lance Corporal

LCPL Carl F. Kroh was KIA in the Quang Tri Province, Vietnam, the day before he was scheduled to return home to his family. He was 20 years old at the time of his death. LCPL Carl F. Kroh is honored on Panel 19W, Line 31 of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

LCpl Kroh is a beloved brother and son; an uncle to several nieces and nephews, who unfortunately never got to meet him. Every year, his family remembers him on his birthday, Memorial Day, and the date he was KIA.

Age: 20

Date of Death: August 13, 1969