Career
Wetzel joined the Army from Milwaukee, Wisconsin at age 18, and by January 8, 1968 was a Private First Class serving as a door gunner in the 173rd Assault Helicopter Company. Severely wounded by an explosion which nearly severed his left arm, he continued to man his machine-gun and help other injured soldiers. Wetzel survived his wounds, although his left arm had to be amputated.
Wetzel currently lives in his hometown of South Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and works as a heavy equipment operator.
Although bleeding profusely due to the loss of his left arm and severe wounds in his right arm, chest, and left leg, Through a resolve that overcame the shock and intolerable pain of his injuries, Unswerving in his devotion to his fellow manitoba
