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Last updated Aug 14, 2008

O'BANNON HOUSE - FRANKFORT, KENTUCKY

The following portrait of Lt. Presley O'Bannon was a gift to the Basic School from the first Warrant Officer Class of 1960 which included Ed Gray and Vernon Perz among it's members. The portrait is prominently displayed in the lobby of O'Bannon Hall, at the Basic School, Quantico,VA.

Photos are Courtesy of - Major M.R. Hester USMC Retired who conducted a photo tour for members attending a mini-reunion in Rough River, KY in 2002.

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Lieutenant Presley O'Bannon USMC

This plaque marks the home of Presley O'Bannon in Russellville, Kentucky

O'Bannon Home, Russellville, Kentucky

Major Ray Hester USMC Retired beams with pride in front of the O'Bannon home. Ray has been working diligently to acquire an original Marmeluke sword for the Marine Corps Museum.