Linnell Butler

Sergeant, U.S. Army

Linnell Butler was born on 1 November 1947.

On 7 March 1969, Sergeant Linnell Butler was serving with B Troop, 2nd Squadron, 1st Cavalry, 4th Infantry Division, in Kontum Province, South Vietnam.

On that day, Sergeant Butler was killed in action when he sustained wounds from artillery, rocket or mortar fire. His body was recovered.

Badge and Medals

Combat Infantryman Badge
Purple Heart
National Defense Service Medal
Vietnam Service Medal
Vietnam Campaign Medal

Honors

The name Linnell Butler is inscribed on Panel W30 Line 65 of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall.

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