Clifford Sims is listed as a Notable burial at https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/barrancas.asp.

More information:  https://www.tennessean.com/story/news/2015/02/15/love-honor-bind-present-past-heros-widow-clifford-chester-sims/23456733/


Staff Sergeant Clifford Sims (Vietnam). Clifford Sims was born in Florida on June 18, 1942. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in December 1961. In December 1967, Staff Sergeant Sims fought in the Vietnam War with Company D, 2nd Battalion, 501st Infantry, 101st Airborne Division. Sims’ company was near the city of Hue when the Tet Offensive began. On February 21, 1968, under heavy fire, Sims maneuvered his squad by a burning ammunition bunker before throwing himself over a tripped booby trap. For his sacrifice, Sims was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. He was buried in Barrancas National Cemetery on March 15, 1968.

*The preceding content is not intended as a comprehensive biography, but it highlights their significance as a result of military or civilian distinction, lasting achievements, or association with impactful national events.

Vice President Spiro Agnew present MOH to wife, Mary Sims.

Barrancas National Cemetery

Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends (John 15:13 NKJV).
Thank you for your service and for what you did so that others may live.

Greater love hath no man than this that he lay down his life..... You Sir demonstrated that great love for your brothers in arms  Salute  SIP

You where a credit to your unit and your country and your people a great inspiration  to all who serve there country 

While I was in the Army during Vietnam I did not have to deploy and fight as you did.  I'm a German immigrant forever grateful for your bravery and willingness to give up everything for your comrades and this country.  Thank you!!! 

You made the ultimate sacrifice. Thank you and God Bless You. 

Rest in Power brother Clifford! Thank you for your service and sacrifice ???

GREATER LOVE HATH NO MAN...... As we continue with our commemoration of Black Lives Matter, we turn our attention to Medal of Honor recipient SSgt. Clifford Sims, who was killed in action 54 years ago today.

Sims was born in Florida on June 18, 1942 Clifford was orphaned at an early age. He enlisted in the US Army in 1961 and found the home he had been looking for since he was a child. He served a brief stint in the 82nd Airborne but was transferred to the 101st when the Vietnam conflict escalated. Sims served as a squad leader in Company D, 2nd Battalion, 501st Infantry, known as the “Delta Raiders.”

He began his tour in Vietnam late in 1967, just a few short weeks before the Tet Offensive began. In February of 1968 Sims and his fellow Raiders found themselves on the outskirts of the city of Hue, which had been the scene of heavy fighting.

On February 21st, Sims was leading his squad away from a burning ammunition dump when he heard a booby trap going off. He immediately went in action to save his brothers, screaming for them to get back. Knowing there was no time, he jumped directly onto the explosive, taking the full brunt of the blast, and was killed instantly.

His commanding officer later wrote that, “Sims saved the lives of at least three of his squad and two of the company headquarters by absorbing the shock of the blast himself… SSG Sims made the greatest sacrifice a soldier can make … and no mark of tribute can be too great.”

For his sacrifice, Sims was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor. He was buried in Barrancas National Cemetery on March 15, 1968, in Section 29, Site 546.

God Bless and hold this great American Chapter, Hero, Patriot and son. So much is owed, so much was loved, thank you sir, Amen


Thank you for your service. Rest well brave one.

Thank you and God Bless you young man. Even though you are no longer with us, through your life story I know you were brave, selfless, kind and loving. 
If you were here on this earth today I know we would be friends. Instead you are blessed to be in heaven with our Lord. 

I'm certainly not a coward, but when I hear stories like this I question whether I have this much bravery. There are entire families that continue to exist as a result of his selfless action. Thanks to SSgt Sims.

Thank you for your service, bravery and sacrifice. Rest In Peace.


“Gratitude” isn’t enough to convey all of who you would be (incredible), and your selfless devotion to your brothers on the field.

Thank you for service. Rest in peace. There is no greater love than to give up your life for a brother. God Bless you. ?

His acts cannot be taught; they are inside of him, part of who he was.  I can only honor and be in awe of him. 

I am always simply amazed to see how much a man can love his brothers. It takes my breath away.

An amazing young man and so brave and selfless.  Rest in love and peace. 

What an amazing young man... His reward in Heaven will be great.  Thank you for your service Sir!


Thank you for your sacrifice. You lived a life worth a great deal to every American! You are home. 

Thank you for your service. Know you are loved.


Thank you Sir, may you rest in peace.  We are free today because of you and your sacrifice.  You are forever a hero ❤ never to be forgotten. 

Thank you for your service and the sacrifice of your life.  I am forever grateful. RIP

Thank you for your service & bravery! R.I.P.  “AIRBORNE “

Bravery at its finest.  Continue to rest in Paradise Ssgt Sims!

Thank you Sir for your ultimate sacrifice. Rest well Sir, rest well!!

Thank you for your service & sacrifice.  You will not be forgotten.

Thank you for loving a country and giving of yourself . Thank you for 
Ultimate sacrifice ,your service and giving your life for our freedoms.

You paid the ultimate price, you sacrificed your life for your comrades and countrymen. May your soul Rest In Peace and your memory live on forever! 

I just read about you. How does a person find that kind of love and courage? — I sure do not know. But you did. We need more Clifford Sims  in this world. God bless you. 

An incredible act of valor and love for his men with only an instant to act….and, knowing that he would give his life to save theirs. Just reading this now and after 50 plus years, not knowing this man, …I am in tears. God Bless you Sgt. Siims

You were so young and yet so brave and selfless. As a mother of a soldier, I feel the loss your family continues to suffer. May you all find peace in the love of our Lord.

I am just so, so very grateful for men and women like Clifford Sims. He may not have had an earthly father that loved him but he  certainly has a Heavenly Father who loves and adores him. And I believe he is now in his Fathers caring arms. Much love to our dear brother.



RIP Brave American Warrior ... Never Forgotten !!!


So grateful for brave and selfless men like this. 

Brave man,thank you for your service God bless. 

I would have liked  very much to have known him.  He must have been a special human Being.

I bow my head to you for your outstanding bravery. You honer the legacy of all those that have, are and will ware the symbol of Old Abe and the flag of our country. Thank you for your service.May you Rest In Peace.

Thanks for giving your life to save another one. May the life you lived speak for you. Rest Peacefully for ever?

Thank you for your sacrifice. Rest in peace.

God Bless you
Rest In Peace
Lest we forget

Your sacrifice is an inspiration. Thank you. 

A hero for saving so many lives. An American who believed in his country. Thus he served. 

You made the ultimate sacrifice; thank you
for your service!

I can't Imagine doing what he did to save the Lives of Others. Real meaning of Hero. God has a Guardian Warrior. Rest in Peace.

Thank you Sir for your ultimate sacrifice. RIP ?

Thank you Ssgt Sims! Your bravery remains alive!

We thank you for your service Clifford C. Sims??

God Bless you and forever great full for your service.

Thank you Sir. Thank you for giving your life so that others would live. You led by example. No greater love is there than to give your life so that others may live. God is proud of you.

Thanks you for your bravery and Service ????????

Thank you for your selfless service. Rest in Love, SSG Sims. We salute you.

CLIFFORD C SIMS

Service

SSGT

Resting Place

Mementos

Tributes

Word Cloud

undefined

Milestones

Mementos

Historical Documents

Veteran programs and services

More VA resources

Get VA updates

In crisis? Get help now

Contact us