A Priest Forever: What Sets Apart the Catholic Chaplains Killed in Action in Vietnam
Abstract
Although the term "Last Rites" is not currently used in Catholic sacramental terminology for end-of-life sacraments, it would be permissible in this article when dealing with pre-Vatican II realities.Last Rites, as known pre-Vatican II, refers to set of sacraments and prayers administered only by a priest or a bishop to those nearing death.This sacrament includes Holy Anointing, Confession, Extreme Unction, and Viaticum (Holy Communion).a 1 2 3 4 McPeak, Sam."A Priest Forever: What Sets Apart the Catholic Chaplains Killed in Action in Vietnam.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Vietnamese History and Culture Studies
American Political and Social Dynamics
Catholicism and Religious Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Military Chaplaincy Review
- Volume
- 1
- Issue
- 1
- Publication date
- 9 January 2026
- Language
- EN