Memorial Resources
Honoring the Fallen. Remembering Our Brothers. Preserving Their Legacy.
The Special Forces Association Chapter 38, the LTG William P. Yarborough Chapter, is committed to honoring the Soldiers, veterans, and families of the 5th Special Forces Group (Airborne), proudly known as The Legion.
Our history is built upon the courage, sacrifice, and service of generations of Green Berets. Some gave their lives on the battlefield, while others returned home and continued serving their families, communities, and fellow veterans. All remain part of our brotherhood.
The following resources are provided to help families, veterans, historians, and visitors remember our fallen, celebrate extraordinary acts of valor, and preserve the legacy of the Special Forces Regiment.
The Legion's Fallen
Gabriel Field — 5th Special Forces Group Memorial
Located at Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Gabriel Field is the sacred memorial ground of the 5th Special Forces Group. Named in honor of Specialist 5 James "Kimo" Gabriel Jr., one of the earliest Green Berets killed in Vietnam, the field honors the service and sacrifice of the Legion's fallen.
Since the Group's arrival at Fort Campbell in 1988, red maple trees and memorial stones have honored Soldiers lost in combat and combat-related training.
On September 24, 2025, the Legion unveiled its Vietnam Memorial, bearing the names of 798 Special Forces Soldiers lost during the Vietnam War. The project was made possible through the efforts of SFA Chapter 38, the 5th Special Forces Group, veterans, families, and generous supporters.
5th Special Forces Group Memorial Wall
The Special Forces Foundation maintains a dedicated memorial collection honoring fallen members of the 5th Special Forces Group. Individual profiles include photographs, military service information, and personal stories.
Visit the 5th Special Forces Group Memorial Wall
Special Forces & Special Operations Memorials
U.S. Army Special Operations — Fallen Warriors
The U.S. Army Special Operations History Office maintains an online memorial honoring Army Special Operations Soldiers who gave their lives in service. The collection includes names, photographs, biographical information, and accounts of their sacrifice.
Explore the ARSOF Fallen Memorial
USASOC Memorial Wall — Fort Bragg
The United States Army Special Operations Command Memorial Wall at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, honors fallen Army Special Operations personnel. The Army's historical website documents the memorial, its history, and the Soldiers it represents.
Visit the USASOC Memorial Wall Resource
Special Operations Memorial Foundation
The Special Operations Memorial Foundation maintains a searchable memorial recognizing members of the broader U.S. Special Operations community. Visitors can search for individual honorees and explore the memorial's history.
Search the Special Operations Memorial Wall
Final Formation — TAPS & Remembrance
The bonds of the Special Forces brotherhood do not end when military service concludes. These resources help preserve the memories of Green Berets and Special Operations veterans who have passed away, including those who lived long lives after their service.
U.S. Special Forces TAPS
A collection of obituaries and remembrances dedicated to U.S. Army Special Forces and MACV-SOG veterans. Families and fellow veterans can find stories of service, friendship, and lives well lived.
Visit U.S. Special Forces TAPS
Special Operations Association — TAPS
The Special Operations Association maintains records honoring deceased members of its brotherhood, including many veterans of the Vietnam War and MACV-SOG.
Honoring Extraordinary Valor
Throughout the history of the Special Forces Regiment, Green Berets have demonstrated extraordinary courage in service to our nation and their teammates. The following resources document recipients of our nation's highest military decorations.
Army Special Operations Medal of Honor Recipients
The U.S. Army Special Operations History Office maintains detailed profiles and official citations for Medal of Honor recipients who served in Army Special Operations units. Among them are members of the 5th Special Forces Group whose actions in Vietnam became legendary.
Explore Army Special Operations Medal of Honor Recipients
Congressional Medal of Honor Society
The Congressional Medal of Honor Society maintains a comprehensive, searchable database of Medal of Honor recipients from throughout American military history, including official citations, biographies, and historical photographs.
Search Medal of Honor Recipients
Distinguished Service Cross & Silver Star
The U.S. Department of Defense maintains historical recipient lists for the Distinguished Service Cross and Silver Star, recognizing extraordinary heroism and gallantry in combat.
Army Distinguished Service Cross Recipients
We Shall Never Forget
Behind every name is a Soldier, a family, a team, and a story worth remembering.
SFA Chapter 38 remains dedicated to preserving those stories, honoring our fallen, supporting Gold Star families, and strengthening the bonds that unite the Special Forces community.
Strength and Honor.
De Oppresso Liber.
Special Forces Association Chapter 38 — LTG William P. Yarborough Chapter