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Anyone out there that was in Co. D, 227th Avn. unit between aug.1967-aug1968. No one seems to be around. Please e-mail me if you were there. Can't find anything on any of us online.
Sammy Lambert
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June 27, 2009

I left for nam in sept. '67 with the 5th/46th ,198th lib .we were stationed in chu lai, from fort hood. anyone, memory kind of vague.
Charlie Logan
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June 11, 2009

I was with HHC 2/505 Commo at Ft.Bragg from Jan,70 to April 71
George Morton
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June 11, 2009

My name is Stephen A. Murray. I was in Co.B 26th Combat Eng. On LZ bayonet from March 1969 to April 1970. Looking for Chuck Boswell, John Hicks, John Sneed, John Morgan, Jerry Teghmier, Granny, and the rest. I spent time on LZ minuteman, and was there when Lt. Larry Martin was kia along with the others. If you know any of these guys please contact me. I have lots of pics of a lot of you.
Steve Murray
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June 10, 2009

Looking for anyone who knew or knew of my dad Daniel Stafford. Served from late 69 to mid 70 then early 71 till Nov 71 with 123 av bn bravo company and was a spc4. Trained as mechanic and door gunner on UH-1. Never knew him just wanting to try and get any info. God bless and Thank you
I.Stafford
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June 8, 2009

Michael Baker here, served with the 1/6th 198 and it was a mortar platoon from 1970 to 1971... Looking to keep in contact with fellow members of my platoon.
Michael Baker
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June 8, 2009

I am looking for any former member of the Americal Division that served in World War II in the South Pacific during 1942-1945 who served with and/or knew my Uncle. >> Stanley Alex Swaebe. Our family is preparing a historical record for all of the Swaebe's who have served in the U.S. armed forces.
Richard Swaebe
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June 5, 2009

Hello to everyone who served in Vietnam. I served in Vietnam from June of 1970 to the end of August 1971. I was in the 4th and 3rd and served on San Juan Hill and LZ Professional at the end of me tour. I would like to hear from anyone that served on San Juan Hill and Professional during that time. I remember good friends like Sgt Bob Steron from Appleton, Wisconsin, Sgt Bob Harvey form Illion, NY, Sp4 H. Lynn Leonard from Elkridge, Maryland, Sgt Robert Winfield form Tenopah, Nevada. Hey guys, if any of you are in here please drop me a line. I would like to get and trade some photos.
William Leasure
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May 30, 2009

Not Forgotten! Flags Flown In Honor Of Our Fallen Brothers. 4th Battalion 3rd Infantry 11th LIB Americal Division Alpha Company: Bobby West-KIA 1/21/68 35E-L10--Douglas Meredith McNabb-KIA 02/23/68 40E-L77 David Leonard Skumurski-KIA 04/03/68 47E-L56--Gene K. Ross-KIA 04/04/68 48E-L09 Casimiro Rodriguez Jr.-KIA 04/19/68 51E-L01--Eric Ficklin-KIA 04/25/68 52E-L05 James Wood Grant-KIA 05/7/68 56E-L24--Robert Crawford Ransom-KIA 05/11/68 58E-L25 Willie James McClain Jr.-KIA 05/20/68 64E-L07--Newton Morgan Gray Jr.-KIA 05/20/68 64E-L05 Joseph Richard Daigneault-KIA 05/2068 64E-L03--John Davis Larry Jr.-KIA 05/20/68 64E-L06 Richard Henry Junk-KIA 0/20/68 64E-L05--Michael John Swieczkowski-KIA 05/20/68 64E-L09 Richard Alan Western-KIA 05/20/68 64E-L10--Dennis William Lane-KIA 05/21/68 64E-L16 Edward Marzenell Jr.-KIA 06/25/68 55W-L36--Lee Roy David Sprouse-KIA 06/25/68 55W-L39 John Curtis Fields-KIA 06/30/68 54W-L23--James George Hildebrandt-KIA 07/18/68 51W-L05 Jimmie Ray Green-KIA 11/27/68 38W-L74--Dennis James Minkus-KIA 35W-L83 Patrck Thomas DeMarco-KIA 01/13/69 35W-L81--Lyman Richard Ditson-KIA 02/09/69 33W-L93 Joseph Frederick Bauer-KIA 02/26/69 31W-L64--Lawrence Joseph DeFelice-KIA 02/26/69 31W-L65-- Bravo Company: Jerry Wayne Gleghorn-KIA 02/07/68 37E-L84--Anthony John Podebradsky-KIA 02/15/68 39E-L52 Michael Francis Smith-KIA 04/28/68 52E-L44-- Charlie Company: John Michael Scully-KIA 01/13/68 34E-L46--Jackie Wayne Hall-KIA 01/13/68 34E-L42 Ramiro Rios Ramirez-KIA 01/24/68 35E-L26-- Delta Company: David Louis Perkett-KIA 01/16/68 34E-L60--Edward Lindley VanHorn-KIA 03/05/68 43E-L12 Jimmy Dalton Barnett-KIA 03/26/68 46E-L28--Lee Matthews Lambert-KIA 03/28/68 46E-L53 James A. Harrington Jr.-KIA 03/28/68 46E-L55--William Arthur Roar-KIA 04/29/68 53E-L07 Michael John Donovan-KIA 06/07/68 59W-L21--Dennis Michael Longo-KIA 06/18/68 56W-L24 Anthony Joseph Mello-KIA 06/25/68 56W-L36--Henry Luke Warner-KIA 08/27/68 46W-L46* James Stuart Hath-KIA 09/05/68 45W-L41--William Morris Cooper-KIA 09/07/68 45W-L60 Thomas Martin Behrens-KIA 10/31-68 40W-L61*--Thomas Lee Stanley-KIA 11/21/68 38W-L31 Melvin Eugene Thompson-KIA 11/21/68 38W-L31--A.W. Howard Jr.-KIA 12/28/68 36W-L84 Terry Neil Hardig-KIA 01/21/69 34W-L49--George Gerald Carlough-KIA 01/22/69 34W-L57 Christopher W. Meagher-KIA 02/21/69 32W-L71--Richard Paul Ritzler-KIA 02/23/69 31W-L18 Duane Auldon Downing-KIA 02/23/69 32W-L96*--Edward Michael Ruditys-KIA 02/24/69 31W-L35 Alan Michael Royston-KIA 02/24/69 31W-L39--Harold Paul Tatem-KIA 04/30/69 26W-L87 Albert J. Davis-KIA 04/30/69 26W-L83--George Sidelko-KIA 04/30/69 26W-L87 Howard W. Erickson Jr.-KIA 04/30/69 26W-L83--Roddie Lee Perry-KIA 06/03/69 23W-L56 Don Charles Brown-KIA 08/26/69 19W-L117--George Edward Henry-KIA 08/26/69 19W-L119 Doyle Anthony Morris-KIA 08/29/69 18W-L07--Michael Gallego-KIA 10/05/69 17W-L41 Michael Eugene McDaniel-KIA 10/05/69 17W-L42--John Thomas Baker-KIA 10/13/69 17W-L72 Dale Frank Olmstead-KIA 10/21/69 17W-L103--Henry Lee Limbach-KIA 1/16/69 16W-85-- Echo Company: Paul Ray Maddox-KIA 12/23/67 32E-L52-- HHC Company: Robert Joseph Hartley-KIA 05/2/68 64E-L07-- ** *Flown 4 July 2006 **Eight other flags were also flown, one for each Company, one to honor the Medics of the 4th/3rd and one for the 4th/3rd as a whole. These were presented to Cpt. Adam Nester at the 4th/3rd Reactivation Ceremony at Ft. Meyer. All others flown this Memorial Day 25 May 2009. I wish to thank the following people who have contributed to the cause and have made it possible to get these flags flown: Mr. Galen Wanderscheid, Mr. Ronald Price, Mr. James Van Hoveln, David & Kathryn Marino, Mike( no last name but a friend of the Marinos'), Mr. Russell Blais, Mr. Ronald Krul, Jean Fryer(one tough sister), Mr. Dan Behrens(no Dan, no reunions), Coy & Lynne Napier, Mr. Ron Chura, Mr. & Mrs. Mike O'Connor, Steve & Mary Jones, Lawrence & Lou Ann Grabowski, Mr. John Sears, Mr. Les Hines, John "JJ" & Pat Williams, Syd & Sandy Staton, Roger & Debra Abel and Mr. David Lutz. With the men listed above being honored this Memorial Day we are left with 211 brothers who must also be remembered and honored. I continue to ask for your help. Please, if you can help support the effort. the flags cost $24.05 ea. and we are not receiving any help from the outside. Veterans and friends of the 4th/3rd and the Americal Division, Thank You. Pass this on to vets in your contact list. If the webmasters would, could you please post this. Thanks Welcome Home
Bruce Flaherty, D/4th/3d 11th LIB, '68-'69
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May 24, 2009

Searching still for anyone who knew my brother Robert (Bob, Bobby) J. Hoffmann . He was in Nam from August '68 till his death June 3rd 1969....198 LIB 1/46 198 Americal Div... only connection so far has been with Gerry Stiensma. Looking for...not sure of the spelling but a Mike Spana...anyone who knows him please contact me.
Rich Hoffmann; 410-703-0920
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May 18, 2009

I'm looking for anyone that served with Company A, I orginally came over from Fort Hood, TX with Co. A 5/46 inf and we landed in Chu Lai in March of 68, I was transferred to Co. A 1/46 inf in May of 68 on mother's day. Looking for all the guys I served with.
John H Myers, Co. A 1/46 Inf., 198th
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May 8, 2009

My Grand Father the late Bernard Soloman Woolworth was on a Navy Boat call USS Morelind from 1945 till 1946. I am looking for a picture of this boat for his great Grandson if someone has one they can email or mail to me that would be great. I hope some ex navy person can help me. God Bless and thank you for serving my country.
George Szymanski Send E-mail
April 25, 2009

I am looking for anyone who was in the Company B, 723 maintenance, Americal Division between 1968-1970. I am applying for PTSD with the VA and need someone to be a witness that we were getting rocket attacks at LZ MUD. My name is Robert VanDelinder, email is , phone 315-595-2819.
Robert VanDelinder Send E-mail
April 23, 2009

I am Gregory Morrison Iam looking for anyone who might know Carroll Ray Mills from Sunnyvale CA, A Btry 1/82 nd Arty. He was killed in 6 Jan 71. He was a High School Buddy of mine. Love to hear about him. Greg Morrison
Gregory Morrison Send E-mail
April 22, 2009

I was in Company D, 723 Maintenance from Sept 1970 to March 71, 723 Maintenance Battalion April 1971, and the DISCOM Headquarters April 1971 to August 1971. I was Sgt Donn Miller. I am now a retired teacher.
Donn Miller Send E-mail
April 21. 2009

My name is Gary Toth and I served with the 3rd BN, 1st Inf. 11th LIB in Vietnam from October 1968 -October 1969. I have a claim with the VA for Basal Cell Carsonoma skin cancer. I'm looking for other fellow veterans that have the same skin cancer from exposure to the sun while on active duty in Vietnam. I would like to hear from you about your situation and if you have been treated for this or have made a claim with the VA and/or are receiving compensation for the skin cancer. Any documintation by letter you could send me would be helpfull with my claim. If you receive VA compensation for this I would like to know how you proved it was service connected. The VA system is of no help. My last resort is my fellow vets.
Gary Toth Send E-mail
April 15, 2009

I am Jimmy Poulson, I arrived in Chu Lai in April 1970. I was assigned to C Co. 3/21, 196th. 3rd Plt. The company was on stand down after getting wiped out in Hep Duc. Our Plt.Sgt was SFC Holmer Saulzman (2nd tour) (ordained Minister) I served with the company for 6 months before taking a job in Nui Locson as an RTO with a Medic, working with PF's and RF's. Anyone there during this time please e-mail me. We were at LZ Center (sometimes) To all my "Brothers" Welcome Home and Thank You.
Jimmy Poulson Send E-mail
April 13, 2009

Could not find a better ‘link’ to address this issue, but when cleaning up some old paperwork, I came across my issue of the Americal Magazine Issue Spring 1971. Other issues given out then are lost to me now, but for those who remember these publications, they may contain good stories or pictures that fellow Americal members might be interested in. Some of the stories are about: F Troop 17th Cav., the Warloards B Co 123 Aviation Batt., the Road Runners B Co 23rd Supply and Transport Batt., and a short pictorial (armour pics) story on Khe Sanh (Lam Son 719). Anyone interested, I will be scanning in the pages to the magazine (42 of them) shortly. 23rd MP Co., Chu Lai 70-71; 401 Musket Dr; Morrisville PA 19067; 215-428-2772
Tom Roche Send E-mail
April 9, 2009

I ADDED A POST EARLY APRIL. STATED IN POST THAT THOUGHT THE 1/14 BATTERY CMDR AT LZ FAT CITY IN JAN-JUNE TIME FRAME 1969 WAS CPT SUTTON. THAT WAS INCORRECT. REMEMBERED LAST NIGHT THAT IT WAS EITHER CPT SAXTON OR SEXTON AS BEST AS I CAN REMEMBER. JESSE ESLICK CPT. 1/14 ARTY DEC 68-DEC69 SAN ANGELO, TX 76904
Jesse Eslick Send E-mail
April 7, 2009

On May 17th 2009 at 2:00 pm The Ohio Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall and the Gold Star Mother Statue will be Dedicated at The Ohio Veterans Memorial Park in Clinton Ohio. The same day we will be having The 1st Annual Motorcycle Run To The Ohio Wall. The Ohio Wall consists of 50 black granite panels engraved with the names of the 3095 Ohioans who gave their lives in The Vietnam War. The 50 panels will make a 125 foot wall with the backs of the panels engraved with history and scenes of all the Wars from 1812 to the present. Go to the website at www.ohiovietnammemorialpark.org for Dedication and Run info. Thank You for allowing the OVMP committee to post this Historic Event for all Ohio's Veterans.
Luke P. Send E-mail
April 3, 2009

My father, Michael (Mike) Marrone served in the 164th infantry division during WWll. He saw combat on Guadalcanal and Bougainville. I am looking for anyone who may have known him during his service in the Pacific. He was sent to New Caledonia as part of Task Force 6814 later to become the Americal Division. I have a few photos of him and a couple of buddies. The only one with a name on it reads James Main. So I guess I’m also looking for anyone who may have known James Main also. My father passed away in 1991. He was very proud of the Americal Division and everything they did in the Pacific. I just wish I would have asked more questions. Anyone who knew PFC Mike Marrone from St. Paul Minnesota I would love to hear from you.
Mike Marrone Jr.
mike_marrone@comcast.net
March 31, 2009

I am desperately trying to locate anyone who is still with us that served in E co, 4th/21st/11th LIB reconnaissance. I remember nick names and not full names, with exception to Carl Fisher and Dan Notley. If you served in this platoon or know of anyone who did, please contact me. Many thanks, Danny (aka Pepper)
Daniel D Barnes
ddb6081@yahoo.com
March 30, 2009

I recently discovered a photo taken in 1944 on Bouganville in the Solomons. It is a picture of my uncle and the rest of his squad. My uncle, Odell Beasley, was in the 164th Inf., Americal division. The photo is in good condition, but there are no names attached to the young men in the picture. If you knew Odell or if you are interested in seeing if you are amongst those in the squad...contact me.
Douglas J. Rogers
Cptdjr@aol.com
March 26, 2009

I served with U.S. Army; MAC-V; Armed Forces Courier Service (March 70-March 71). Please note that the Atlanta Vietnam Veterans Business Association (AVVBA) is honoring SGT Preston Tribble, Jr. of Atlanta, GA on 21 May 2009. SGT Tribble was KIA on 12 May 1969 near the village of Huong Que. He was a member of HHC, 3rd BN, 21st INF. We are looking for anyone who knew and served with him. LTG (Ret) John N. Brandenburg (LTC Brandenburg in 1969) will be one of our speakers. Cell: 404-312-4065
Mark Steele
Vandy69@bellsouth.net
March 23, 2009

This is to inform you that my beloved father, Peter Messina, a proud member of the Americal Division and former Past National Commander from 1992-1993, passed away on Thursday, March 19th, in Delaware County Memorial Hospital in Pennsylvania. The funeral will be on Tuesday, March 24th. For a complete obituary, please go to the Malpezzi Funeral Home website, http://www.malpezzifuneralhome.com/index.cfm. Postal letters may be sent to 5156 Route 873; Schnecksville, PA; 18078
Elizabeth Sweedo (daughter of Peter Messina)
liz5156@ptd.net
March 22, 2009

First I wanted to say thank you for your service. My uncle was Michael Delano Blea and was K.I.A. on May 13th 1969. He served with A/Co 1/46th,198th L.I.B. I am trying to find any information on the battle he died in. It might be hard as he was in country for only 3 weeks which I can guess was mostly in processing and from what I understand he was in the bush for only 3 days when he took a hit from a mortar and died while waiting for a dust off. Phone 208-762-4939 ext. 121 or e-mail.
Joseph E. Cool
Joseph.Cool@id.usda.gov
March 17, 2009

Looking for anyone who served in the 246th FA. That was a long time ago.
William T. Elliott
ELLIOTTWT@aol.com
March 12, 2009

C Battery 3/16 Artillery June 70 to Sept 71 I was on Gun 6 Then moved into Commounications Locations i was on Chu Lai , Fat City , Mary Ann , Hau Duc ,Rawhide , Just looking to see if any of you are out there Ihavent seen any messages fron 3/16 arty Hope you are safe and healthy.
Dave Fausz
dpfausz@yahoo.com
March 11, 2009

I was with 2nd Bn.14th Inf. 25th Inf Div 1966 and HHC 25th Avn.Bn.Pathfinder Det.25th Inf Div 1967. Could anyone tell me where I can find a Bn.Challenge coin for the 2nd Bn.21 FA that was with us at CuChi Base Camp in Nam 1966 / 67.
Johnny J Stevens
jhnnyste60@windstream.net
March 6, 2009

My name is Donald Creighton and I served with the 11th Inf, 4/3, HHC, spent 18 months in Hawaii at Scholfied Barracks, then in 67 thru 68 was in Duc Pho, Viet Nam serving with some of the greatest guys in the whole world. Wish I could hear from some of you all. I live in Salisbury,Maryland.
Donald Creighton
dgcreighton@verizon.net
March 3, 2009

Was in New Caledonia for a few weeks in January 2009, and wanted to let you fellows know that the Americal is still well-remembered and celebrated by the local authorities, especially in the capital Nouméa. Apart from the US WWII memorial at Baie de la Moselle, there's an exhibit of sorts with photographs from c. 1942 in the center of town, plus historical markers throughout the city covering the events of the day. The former hospital out along Anse Vata beach is still being used -- quite a blast to see those 65-year-old quonset huts still taking patients. And the local newspaper carries the occasional piece remembering the US forces during the war, tales from back when, and historical items (such as churches and bridges built by GIs). Regrettably, my chance at taking any photos was completely rained out and I wasn't able to get a shot of the divisional patch that's been put up on the Bibliothèque Bernheim. Still, I wanted to share the news all the same. AAAO! Matt Ginn; Canberra, Australia
Matthew Ginn
matthewginn@gmail.com
March 2, 2009

Co. B 1/46 198 LIB; OCT67 to SEP68. I live in Cherry Hill, NJ. I served in Co. B 1/46 from OCT66 until SEP68. We have an informal group of people who served in Co. B during that time. If you want to join us, send me an e-mail. I will forward the latest newsletter. DRAP
Richard "DRAP" Drapczuk
RICHARDDRAPCZUK@AOL.COM
February 26, 2009

I was with Co.D, 4/31 Int. Bn, 196 LIB assigned to HHC, 1st Rifle Plt. (1967-1968) Americal Division. I'm looking for anyone--Dan Burris; Tomy Atkins; Monty Hinman; Doc Wilhelm; John Summers and John Hart. Carl--we used to cover each other's back( on Hill 445;shared bunkers/starlight scopes; threw grenades all night; reconn--LP's) to LZ Baldy (the "rocket attack"). You said you saved "my life" below the Hill; this is "Hotel 5" calling you. When I last showed my "Nam slides" you pointed to a "dude" and said he got killed when the unit went north to the DMZ in '68. Is this the guy.....Sidney William Klemmer..? Call me, my number is still the same, from the last time you called. Thanks. God Bless.
Joseph (Joe) Luptowitz
jluptowitz@yahoo.com
February 24, 2009

Just found the guest book cite. My name is Larry Fuller I was in country at Quan Tri (20th TASS) in 69 and 70 looking for a Capt. Perry or Capt. Holmes. They flew OV 10 and their call sign was BARKEY they flew FAC missions out of Quan Tri . Am looking for any one that was their or new them. Also looking for info on a person who was killed at Da Nang a OV10 landed and the right gear folded up and struck a guy in the head killing him. If you have any info please call me at 209-962-7975. I need info for VA PTSD. Thanks for your help I wish everyone made it back. 209-962-7975
Larry Fuller
fuller577@earthlink.net
February 22, 2009

Howdy! My name is Charles T. Manchester III. I am the son of Captain Charles T. Manchester Jr. who served in Vietnam in the late 60's. x I have been wanting to contact the people that served with my father. I wasn't sure if any of my family members had tried to contact ya'll about Captain Manchester's passing back in 1996. It has been a hard thing to deal with, even after so many years. I have wanted to visit with anybody he was around ever since he died. I'm just now getting to the point I can deal with that. I certainly look forward to hearing from anybody and thank ya'll for your time. I need to hear the stories again. It will help with some closure for me to understand his history. Best Regards,
Charles (Chuck) Thomas Manchester III
ghostpirate66@yahoo.com
February 21, 2009

My name is Lorenzo (Larry) Gallegos, aka Pancho. Our HQ was in Chu Lai but I was stationed in LZ Hawk Hill, served with 1st Platoon, Co B, 523rd Signal Battalion VHF Section between Oct 1970 - May 1971. Also did some trips to LZ Center. we then moved to Da Nang until my tour ended in the middle of May 1971. I’m looking for anyone stationed in Hawk Hill during my stay, regardless of unit. I’m starting a VA claim for PTSD. I need to link some events that happened there, ie..sapper and mortar attacks, incoming,, etc…Which happened a few times but don’t know approximate dates. Anything that will jog my memory. Don't need real specific dates but anything will help. Also, if anyone knows of a website that has a chronological listing of attacks on Hawk Hill. But most important would like to hear and maybe get in touch with some of my ole buddies and co-workers. Thank You for serving to protect the Freedom we all enjoy
Lorenzo (Larry) Gallegos
LarryG@gallegosnm.com
February 20, 2009

WELCOME HOME TO ALL, My name is Wayne Kraetsch and was assigned to the 19th TASS, Chu Lai when Task Force Oregon was formed, then later changed to The Americal Division. I was there in 66-67. I was a radio operator for the FAC's. My job was to provide air protection when the call came in that troops were in contact with VC or RVN. My call sign was Helix and I prayed that I'd help saved many lives. MAYBE YOURS. I'm not sure if I qualify for membership but was proud to serve and protect.
Wayne Kraetsch
kwd@newnorth.net
February 16, 2009

Radio check to Alpha,1/20th,11th LIB Duc Pho, LZ Bronco. Happy Valentines to all the wives that have put up with us grunts. May the Lord bless you and your families. I am Tommy Acosta in country May '68 to May'69, 3rd plt. Peace!!
Tommy Acosta
tacosta1968@sbcglobal.net
February 14, 2009

Hi--Great site and I've read all the posts. I'm a retired Lt Col (AF, sorry guys, but a Vietnam Vet, 72, flew baclseat F-4's from Danang then Korat, Thailand) and am writing a book about Tim O'Brien, the writer. He says he arrived at LZ Gator in Feb 1969 and was assigned to 5th Battalion, 46th Infantry. Anyone know Tim? I'm also interested in LZ Gator--when was it closed? And any other info about that site or your ops in 69-70 is greatly appreciated. Thanks for any help!
Jay Gaspar
jgaspar@charter.net
February 9, 2009

I’m doing research on my dad, James B. O’Leary, who was a veteran of WWII serving in the United States Army from 1941 to his Honorable Discharge in October 1944. He fought in the Battle of Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands. He served with the 182nd Infantry, Americal Division, with the rank of Sergeant and Squad Leader of a rifle squad. He was awarded the Combat Infantry badge, Asiatic-Pacific Theater Medal with star, and the American Defense Service Medal. Just wanted to see if anyone knew him. My dad was a Boston Police Officer who was killed in the line of duty about 16 years after leaving the Army. Thanks
Jim O'Leary
joleary@unum.com
February 9, 2009

My name is Ronald J Kelly, I was looking for the 176th AHC web page and found it missing. I was with the 176th in 1968 and served as a Crew Chief. It had a lot of information about the men who served there. I was wondering if some one moved it? Does anybody know anything about this....?
Ronald J. Kelly
rdkelly245@verizon.net
February 9, 2009

Hey guys, I'm still looking and trying to get in touch with some of you who were in the motor pool. To tell you the truth ,I'm having a hard time remembering some of your names. I only hope that if one of you reads this and remembers me you may call or write or e-mail me.My phone number is 956-682-5389. Address is 1009 north 17th st. Mcallen, Texas 78501.
Ray Zavala
rzavala001@rgv.rr.com
February 7, 2009

I was assigned to 635th MI Co, Mar 69-Mar 70 at Duc Pho (Tm 1, 11th LIB) and Chu Lai. Was head of CI section from Oct 69-March 1970.
James M. (Jim) Thompson
Jthom14@comcast.net
February 5, 2009

Hey everybody, My name is Terry Bartlett & I patrolled the jungles @ Hiep Duc & FB's West & Siberia with D 4/31 196th. I believe it was 1970 & 71. Not exactly sure. I started out / Sgt Waterberry frm R.I. & hooched with Ed Kruck frm Cal. I remember having to wait for the machete & trying to cut vines after dark for our hooch. Pitiful structures for that 1st couple of weeks. Did a lot of machete work later on. I never imagined I'd be alive to reminisce about those days but here I am. I remember Curry frm S. Alabama, Benny Cline frm Arizona, shortround Danny Hickstien frm Chi Town, Jay Marsh, Randy Fostervold Fa from northern Cal who was wounded, Mike Hacket frm Tenn & other Hill Rats, Loopie Lopez frm Denver, LeRoyal LeBlanc frm New Orleans, & others. Would love to hear from any involved. In the mean time, Stay Alive. TB
Terry Bartlett
biddie68@hotmail.com
February 4, 2009

My name is Larry J. Gallegos (Lorenzo) I was stationed at LZ Hawk Hill with the 1st Platoon, Co B, 523rd Signal Battalion. I am looking for anyone who was there between Oct 1970 – May 1971. Our unit left Hawk Hill in April or May of 1971 and moved To DaNang. Can’t seem to remember hostile events that happened during that time, and need some memory refresher to link. Those events and maybe even get to visit with some ole buddies.
Larry J. Gallegos
LarryG@gallegosnm.com
February 3, 2009

To all my old friends that were in hhc motor pool, I just want to say hello to the "dirty dozen". If any of you remember me, give me a ring .cell # 956-369-6394 home # 956-682-5389. -hhc- 11th inf. bde. Americal Division Duc Pho,Vietnam 1967-68.
Raymundo "Z" Zavala
rzavala001@rgv.rr.com
February 1, 2009

I just found this guestbook and found a intry for a btry 6th bn 56th ada hawk that went from fort bliss tx to tsnab in rvn. anybody read this remember me james gropper. ran the bucket loader outside the maingate at tsnab ore sgt james white and then our move to hoc mon. left there went to germany good old grafenwhere bacck to ft.bliss back to germany retired ft hood tx ssgt now living in dalton ga.
James Gropper
jimfish1930@windstream.net
January 29, 2009

I was in country from 15 march 70 till 6 may 71 spent my time on hawk hill with hhc 2nd of the 1st i96 th inf bgd in june 70 was transfered to f troop 17th cav 196 th then was finally sent to the 1st of the 1st cav 196 th was part of the effort to reopen khe san in jan 1971 am looking to talk or write to anyone who was there at any of my units during these times especially ziggy i dont remember your real name (sorry bout that).but we did have some good times in my 1 man hooch getting wasted also mike hanson from wehawken nj steve white from california if you remember you drove my tank for me in khe san "71". been racking my brain trying for years to talk to someone from the nam. hey scott, englishoe,oz i hope you guys made it home sane enough to remember the good times and let the bad times fall behind. oh by the way my name before i forget is walter andruchuk jr you might remember me as woody from rhode island if anybody else remembers me drop me a line will answer all. thats it for now welcome home boys hope you all made it.
walter andruchuk
wandruchuk@live.com
January 26, 2009

My name is Bill Ferguson and I was with the Americal “ A “ 6/11 Arty in Vietnam during 1970. I’m looking for help in locating soldiers who were in the “ A “ 2 / 1 of the 196th Brigade in 1970. I had a high friend named Don Burkhardt who was with this unit in 1970. Don was an M-60 machine gunner and from Newton, Iowa. When he came home he had 100% PTSD and died in a car crash. His sister asked if I could help locate anyone from his squad that she could talk with or e-mail for closure.
Bill Ferguson
Linbill@mchsi.com
January 19, 2009

Proud member of the 123d Avn Bn, Chu Lai from July 69 to Oct 70. Looking for any former members and also looking for patches from all our units, 178th, 132, and all the rest.
Sgt Larry “Stick” Thomas,
larry7471@hotmail.com, 859-585-7484
January 19, 2009

Hello, My cousin Charles William Beesler served with C Company 3rd Bn 1st Inf. 11th Inf Bde in Quang Ngai Vietnam. Chuck was killed on August 4th 1969. I would like to dontact anyone who might remember the firefight the day he was killed and the circumstances of his passing. I was stationed in I Corps at the time and have always wondered what happened.
Keith Eaton
Keaton47@ameritech.net
January 17, 2009

An article of interest for Americal vets, titled "Night Attack at Kham Duc" is scheduled to be published in the June issue of "Vietnam" magazine. The article deals with an attack on A Battery 1-82 FA at Kham Duc SF camp during Operation Elk Canyon I in 1971.
Ron Griffin; A/1-82 FA
rgriffin@new.rr.com; www.lzhurricane.com
January 9, 2009

I am William J. Love, 31 Ashmoor Dr, Avon, NY 14414, I went into the Army 15 Augest 1966. I was sent Infantry 11C/20 training Feb - Aprl 1967. I was sent to Hawaii at the end of April 1967 and assigned to HHC, 4/3 the Old Guard, 11th Brigade Around sept. the 11th went to full to light Brigade I was in the 4.2" mortar platoon, that, the recon, ground survalence, the medics and an other platton became E, 4/3 11th Bgd. We sailed out of Pural Harbor on the USS GOrdan 05 Dec 08 and landed in Quie Non Harbor Viet Nam 19 Dec 67 then came back home 30 Nove 68. I made pfc in Hawaii and Sp/4 in Viet Nam. I was assigned to 3 other duty asignments before my final orders to Ft. Hood,Tx. When I got there nearly all of the men I was with ended up at Ft, Hood. I had got out and went back in then USANG then USAR. With differant breaks in sevice I fianally made SSg, E-6 USAR, had to leave as my mos job was eliminated and finally retired A-US- Ret, 11 Sep 2006. I will be sending in my membership dues for life member on 31 Dec 08. Respectfully; William J. Love, SSG, E-6, A-US Ret.
William J. Love
scottylad46@yahoo.com
December 30, 2008

Just found this website after trying to find more out about my late Father's Vietnam Division. David McCorvey was an MP in the 509 and I am interested in getting in touch with anyone that may have served with him from '70 to '71. Thank you for your time and appreciate your service to our great country.
LT Phillip McCorvey USN
pmccorvey@msn.com
December 28, 2008

I am an Army Vet circa Nam era. My co-worker is slowly coming out of his shell. He gave me info the other day about getting the Marines out of a bind on hill 350 or 360. I searched the internet and found your site. Can you help me with some clarifications. I'm still working on him registering with the VA for medical. He's slowly coming around and let me know he has a Bronze Star and Arcom, but I don't know his unit yet, and am hoping you can give me some info to help open up. He said that he was proud that the Army came to the rescue of the Marines.
James Hadaway [Hawkeye-US Military Vets Motorcycle Club]
hawkeyewildchild@yahoo.com
December 20, 2008

John Edward Cass 3/18 Artillery Arrived at Chu Lai May 68; was at processing center, only minutes after arriving, when the base was hit destroying the PX; was transported to Arty Hill a few days later; was an artillery surveyor on flash OP Hill 79; have photos of Chu Lai area if interested. 9787 Ironwood Ave Bloomington, Ca. 92316
John Edward Cass
johnecass@yahoo.com
December 15, 2008

I am trying to find the history of the 592nd Joint Assault Signal Company that was in the South Pacific 1943-45. My son-in-law's grandfather Carl H. Smith was in that unit and I am trying to find information for him. Please e-mail me at chappie@1extreme.net with any ideas. Thank you.
Dian Gustafson
chappie@1extreme.net
December 15, 2008

Carl Hudson,TFO 1967, HHC S&T BN 67-68 I was Unit Police with the 23RD, E Company 51th Inf LRP/ G Company 75th Inf (Ranger) 68-69 and 3/21 196th Mar to Aug 1969. I was with the Americal for a total of 35 months. I am now Med Retired Military. Just joined the Assoc after all these years and wonder why I waited so long to join. Hope all of you have a Happy Holliday Season and if by chance some of you remember me send me a email. I have been searching for Captain Wahl and Maj Rowe for many years with no luck. I have located most of my Ranger friends and one buddy (Sam Agate) that Came to Chu Lai with me with Task Force Oregon. Mery Christmas to all of you.
Carl Hudson
cthudson@bellsouth.net
December 13, 2008

I am Bill Schneider, a Kham Duc vet, was with "A" Co 1/46th Inf at Kham Duc 10-12 may 1968. On 18 Dec 2008 Major Bucher's C-130 crew, shot down on 12 May 1968 and Capt Warren Orr, will be buried in Arlington in a mass grave. One crew member Airman Long was buried in his home town in Kansas. It is scheduled for 0900 hrs on 18 Dec 2008. Thanks
Bill Schneider
WSchnei591@aol.com
December 9, 2008

Hello, my name is Sharon Goodman and I am writing this on behalf of my neighbor, Jack M. Boyer. Jack is 89 years old and served at New Caledonia in 1942. He was with the 2nd Battalion, 123rd Field Artillery, HQ Battery. I’m hoping I have the information in the correct order. I was taking notes as Jack spoke of his service time there. Jack drove trucks as his job in the National Guard and is interested in finding out if there are any other WWII vets that served some of their time at New Caledonia in his unit. I told Jack that I would check and see what I could find out for him. The story that Jack was telling me about was one night he had to drive thru the mountains to another location and pick up some supplies. On his return trip, he heard a loud voice holler, “STOP!!” which Jack did. When he stopped the big truck he was driving, a jeep came barreling across the intersection right in front of him and kept right on going. Jack swears to this day that his (and the other feller’s) guardian angels were watching out for them. Jack is from Collinsville, Ill, but is currently living in Tennessee. Thank you for reading this.
Sharon Goodman
sngthere@suddenlink.net
November 29, 2008

mike mitchell (TINY) LZ Dottie Bco 39th engr.HQ.Squad
Mike Mitchell
craneswork@yahoo.com
November 25, 2008

HHC1stBN.52Inf.198th Light Inf. I was in this unit atLZ Bayonet, 1968-1969. PH#828-649-9802 Address: David Petrey PO Box 16172 Ashevill NC 28816 Retired E-8 First Sgt. Thank you for the sight and your your Help with Finding Others.
David R. Petrey
petreydr@gmail.com
November 20, 2008

Looking for anyone from e co 123 avn bn, 1970. I have found about 5 people but would like to find more, especially looking for Gay Atkins or Mike Hill ,
Charles Phillipson
cphillipso@earthlink.net
November 18, 2008

Les Hildebrand, 335th Trans Co, Motor Pool June/69 to June/70 ,lhildebrand@neo.rr.com I sure would like to hear from anyone out there who remembers me. WELCOME HOME GUYS
Les Hildebrand
lhildebrand@neo.rr.com
November 13, 2008

From David Weaver B battery 3/18 artillery Vietnam 1967-68. I was notified today by his wife that Ronnie ( Ron) Keppler of B battery 3/18 artillery ammo section Republic of Vietnam 1967-68 passed away yesterday. Ron was about 59 or 60 as he was younger that myself. I'm not sure that Ron was an association member, but he served in the Americal division with our unit
David Weaver
captaindlw@bellsouth.net
November 13, 2008

hope that everyone has a safe vet day
jim gray
mrtirejpg@msn.com
November 11, 2008

I’m looking for information LRRP Team Arkansas, 196th Brigade during 1969 in Chu Lai. Special interest in DASPO photographer Laszlo Kondor who I think was called “Marlboro Man” and a pigman nick-named “Pineapple.” Laszlo’s photo of the team is in the National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum in Chicago.
Allen Jezek
jezeka31@comcast.net (H) 847-205-1474 (C) 847-404-1674
November 7, 2008

The 1-82 FA reunion to be held at Ft. Hood, TX. has been rescheduled to Dec. 4th. Anyone interested in attending should contact Ron Griffin by going to www.lzhurricane.com or at rgriffin@new.rr.com.
Ron Griffin; A/1-82 FA, 10/70 - 10/71
rgriffin@new.rr.com
November 3, 2008

I was in the 5/46 infantry, we left Fort Hood, in October of 67, and went by ship on the USS Gordon. I don't recall any body's name, except Sgt. Lafever. We we there only a week, and we lost 7 men. They drowed on a patrol. I've been trying to remember, the Captians name. He got in trouple, along with a few more men in the company, with a nva nurse. I was on lz Gator, and lz Baldy, and a few more, but for got the names. Later on I was transfered to the 11infantry brigade. I left nam in October 68 I was with, some of the best men in the world. If any body wants to get a hold of me. cell 435- 650-0440. I live in Price, Utah. GOD bless all the Vets....
Abel Aragon
ccaragon@webtv.net
October 31, 2008

Hello. I am looking for any soldiers from 23rd ID, that were part of the 75th Ranger Regiment - G Company that served between '70-'71. I'm looking for information on the beginning of my father's military career. His name is Thomas O'Connor. I am trying to put a personal book together to give to my father that honors the soldiers he served with during the war. If you can help please contact me at sho92625@yahoo.com. My name is Shannon O'Connor. God bless you all.
Shannon O'Connor
sho92625@yahoo.com
October 28, 2008

Greetings all. I am trying to locate information on a Spec 4 Grosshans who served with the Americal Division in Vietnam, and whom I believe earned both the Silver and Bronze Stars. Can anyone help? Can anyone provide a photograph? Many thanks,
Patrick (Pat) Gariepy
leanes-trench@comcast.net
October 16, 2008

Served with the 132nd from the beginning in Benning, followed by a 32 day boat ride to Cam Rahn and onto Chu Lai. Never rotated, stayed there till' Aug of 69'. FE'd 67-18456 a.k.a. 'Patches'. We had the Hercules symbol on the aft mast.
Terry A Lien
tlien515@aol.com
October 9, 2008

HI MY NAME IS ROGER (RAMJET) COUILLARD I WAS IN CO. C 3 BN 1st INF 11th inf bde. IN 1968, SOME NAMES I REMEMBER ARE (SUPER SOUL), (TURBINE), (GIGGS), AND (CONTE). I GOT BLOWN UP AND WAS SENT HOME EARLY . ANY ONE REMEMBER?
Roger Couillard
rcnjc@msn.com.
October 7, 2008

I'm trying to find anyone who knew W1 Allan L Harris, KIA Quang Tin Aug 29 1971. I believe Al was riding the right hand seat and took a round in the chest. Panel 02W Line 5 on The Wall. I went to school with Al in Ontario California and shared many "eventful" days together. I knew his Mom, Dad and younger brother. I'm going back to the States in May '09 to join in on "The Run For The Wall" (www.rftw.org) out of Ontario and would appreciate any information on Al, where he may be buried and trying to find any members of his unit and of course his family. Good luck to us all and thanks very much, Bob Sloan; Canberra, Australia; Home +61 2 624 12719; MOB 0406 378 411; PO Box 267; GUNGAHLIN ACT 2912
Bob Sloan
bob.sloan@gmail.com
September 30, 2008

Eco. 26 combat engineers (Americal) Phone# 865-988-8993 or 865-850-3676 remember the old man Jan 1968 to Dec1968
Robert H. Pine (Bobby)
mrbobbypine@hotmail.com
September 28, 2008

SPEND 2 TOURS IN THE AMERICAL DIVISION DELTA COMPANY 723 MAINT. CHU LAI
John Valentine
MRPROBOWLER@AOL.COM
September 27, 2008

Attn: All 1-82 FA veterans! Our battalion, now part of 1st Brigade, 1st Cav. Div, is planning on holding an "Alumni Day" on 12/4/08 at Fort Hood, TX. The plans call for a day of demonstrations and displays of the equipment in use today and observing a live fire excersize. This would be followed by a Battalion Ball and the chance to meet today's soldiers. We need to have an idea of how many vets are interested so if you would like to attend email me or visit our web site at www.lzhurricane.com.
"Can and Will" Dragons!
Ron Griffin, SGT. A Btry. 1-82 FA, 10/70-10/71
rgriffin@new.rr.com
August 24, 2008

I am sorry to say that Jack Morton has passed away. I received a phone call from his son-in-law earlier today. Since I need to travel out of state tomorrow, I wanted to send out this hurried note. Jack was very proud of being a member of the Americal Division, 182nd Infantry, Company G, 2nd Platoon, and all of his war service. He served in New Caledonia, Fiji, Bougainville, Leyte, Cebu, and Yokahama during WWII. He was especially proud of being a member of Roy's Raiders, under Lt Richard Roy, on Bougainville, and for later receiving a Battlefield Commission to rise to officer level. I first contacted Jack in an effort to learn about my father's WWII activities. Jack recounted many of the events their platoon went through for me. I was able to assist Jack to post his service to the National WWII Registry, along with a fine picture of Jack on Bougainville, shown below, but better viewed at the site address shown. See Jack Morton http://www.wwiimemorial.com/registry/search/pframe.asp?HonoreeID=1626925&popcount=3&tcount=5. He also is in the Roy's Raiders photo at Richard Roy: http://www.wwiimemorial.com/registry/search/pframe.asp?HonoreeID=1626919&popcount=4&tcount=12 Both pictures can be better viewed and enlarged by clicking on the picture at the National WWII Memorial Registry site shown. I spoke to Jack recently as he called to thank me profusely for sending him a little vial full of sand retrieved from Bougainville by my daughters friend. Jack knew that his days were numbered, but vowed to fight for as much as he could get.
David Twombly
cebu1945@yahoo.com
August 20, 2008

Hi to all the guy's that were with me and after I left country. This September 12th I'll be home 40 years. were did the time go? Taking the 12th off work first time in 40 to do that. Would enjoy Email from any one that was at Chu Lai with the 23rd Admin of 258th PCS co. at that time. The traveling wall be be here in Wisconsin in October In Delafield Hope see some one. Stay safe
Don Nierode
dcnierode52@msn.com
August 19, 2008

With Americal 23rd Infantry 1/14 Arty Battery D, FDC in mid 1971.
john eubank
eubankjohn@hotmail.com
August 12, 2008

Hello. Would like to make contact with anyone I served with during 1970 through 1971 at Chu Li Vietnam. My Unit was D-Troop 1/1 CAV AMERICAL DIVISION. If you served in this unit or know of anyone who served in this unit please contact me at: Phone number 559-645-4605. Thank You
John M Hernandez
jg-hernandez@sbcglobal.net
August 11, 2008

Just a heads up to everyone. I made the mistake of buying the "TIME LIFE Books" dvds on Vietnam. They claim that they are "unbiased"; but in my opinion, it is some of the worst anti-veteran filth that I've seen in the past forty years! I strongly recommend avoiding it. I was in E 2/1 Mortars and Recon, and C 2/1 COs driver, from Aug 71 thru Apr 72, 196th LIB (Americal Div until approx Dec 1971 when the division furled their colors at Chu Lai). We were in Danang, Chu Lai, and Phu Bai during that time. That was my third tour. The first was with 1/8 Inf, 4th ID (Dak To to An Khe), and the second started with C Co 52d Inf and ended with C Co 720th MP Bn escorting convoys in V100 armored cars (based from Saigon to Lai Khe, and driving everywhere).
Tommy W. Thompson E 2/1 (Mortars and Recon) and C 2/1
luckydog1949@yahoo.com
August 11, 2008

All the guys that were in D 4th & 3rd 11 inf 67-68 you need to get in touch with Dan Behrens and sine up for our runion this year at Des moines. 3-5oct you can call Dan at 641-660-3599 all D 4\3 is welcome to come hope to see some new guys there this year see you in Des moines. 281-337-4604 Dickinson Texas
Paul amason 67\68
taky1@aol.com
July 29, 2008

I am the Photo Editor for Vietnam magazine and am looking for images of Task Force Oregon, timeframe about August 1967 and the battle of An Ba. Any good, strong images of the Americal Division or anything to do with Task Force Oregon in the battle or in Chu Lai would be very helpful. Please contact me if you think you may have some images that we could use in the magazine. They must be good quality, preferably color shots that show action or something involving the above mentioned subjects.
Guy Nasuti, Photo Editor, Weider History Group
19300 Promenade Drive, Leesburg, Va. 20176
703-779-8329 Phone, 703-779-8359 Fax
guy.nasuti@weiderhistorygroup.com
July 24, 2008

I am making plans for a September or October 2009 visit to the places in the Pacific where my father served in World War II. My father, Hyman Trusten of Woburn, Massachusetts (88 years old, very much alive and doing well!) served in the Message Center with the 26th Signal Company that came from Boston. I am studying the book Under The Southern Cross, so I have the overall account of events, but the personal facts are missing. So, as part of my preparation for the journey, I talked with my Dad this morning to try and find out exactly where he was on each of the islands of his Pacific service, which lasted from January 1942 to August 1945 (he enlisted on 16 January 1941 and was discharged on 1 September 1945; he is on the right in the attached black-and-white photo; his brother Sam, my uncle, veteran of 30 missions over Germany, is on the left, date of photo is September 1945; my uncle Sam is also still alive and well, in Arizona). He has a hard time remembering the important details, but from what we pieced together this morning, he was at the following: 1) Melbourne, Australia (I visited this city in March 2007 and went to Royal Park where TF 6814 was camped--see photo! A lady at one of the tram ticket agencies was old enough to remember. Her mother told her to stay away from the soldiers in the park [grin])
2) New Caledonia This was before his getting accepted into Message Center work; he was laying wire, exhausting and boring; doesn't remember where he was.
3)Guadalcanal He recalls that the Message Center was near Henderson Field. Do you know exactly where? (Today, Henderson Field is the major airport on the island)
4)Fiji This was more of a rest period, but still at the Message Center. He doesn't remember where. Do you?
5) Bougainville What part of the island, he can't remember. He does remember being in the mess tent and having someone ask him how long he had been there. He couldn't even tell them then; he lost track of time.
5)Philippines This was the only time the entire Division landed together, at Cebu. He says he recalls going "up the chain," but can't remember where. He had been there so long that he was rotated home. When his ship home stopped at Pearl Harbor for supplies, word came of the atomic bombing of Japan, and the war ended.
My Dad and I have talked about his WWII service often, and for many years, but this time I tried to pin him down as to just where he was, and he just can't remember. Thank you in advance for any information that will help me fill in the gaps. God bless all of the generations of the Americal, and God bless America!
Paul Trusten, 3609 Caldera Blvd., Apt. 122, Midland TX 79707-2872
(432)528-7724
trusten@grandecom.net
June 23, 2008

I am a nephew of Floyd J.M. Garman, who served with the Americal Divison, 132nd Infantry, Charlie company and was a scout for that unit in WW II. On 28 May 2008, my Uncle Floyd passed away at his home in Independence, Kansas. He told me he was called "Kansas" by some of the men in his unit. I am currently searching for anyone who might have served with my uncle and or know of a story handed down by a WW II Veteran. Anyone who might know of my Uncle Floyd, please contact me at charlesigarman@yahoo.com. Since Uncle Floyd has no surviving children, it would be great to hear from anyone out there who might be able to tell us more of our uncle's military service. Respectfully,
Charles Garman
charlesigarman@yahoo.com
June 20, 2008

My Name is Dan Zimmerschied and I served with 263rd Maint.Co.Americal Div Arty in Chu Lai 1969-1971. Was there when the tyfoon pretty much destroyed Chu Lai. Worked in the Mess Hall and the Officers club there on the flight line 2 weeks after the storm was sent to Bein Hoa and HHC 229th AH Bn "Stacked Deck" 1st Cav Div Sure would like to hear from someone that was in these Units with me or anyone who remembers my name..... "Welcome Home Brothers"
Sp5 Dan Zimmerschied
dzimmerschied@cox.net
July 19, 2008

We are searching for members of the 1/6 A, B & C companies that were at the battle of Lo Giang on Feb. 8, 1968. We are making a documentary about the battle and want perspectives from the companies that were involved. I was in the 1/6 "A" company 67-68.
Don Kaiser
dondkaiser@aol.com
July 15, 2009

was Sp5 Dennis Kesterson in the 523d Signal Battalion, Chu Lai during 1967-68. I watched the ammo dump go up during Tet. I would like to contact Sgt. Lichty, Jimmy Spillers or anyone else from the 523d.
DENNIS KESTERSON
dkesty@earthlink.net
July 6, 2008

Im still here looking for guys in bco3rd21st196th and Cco3rd21st196th from 8/71 8/72 I have a lot of pics from danang and ao but no names so i would like to fill in blanks before my mind goes i do have a few from 72 that live near me preacher for one and reehorn, butler,come on guys give me a holler sgtcampb"at"yahoo.com thats all it takes !!
Mike Campbell
sgtcampb@yahoo.com
June 27, 2008

Hello! First off I want to thank you for serving my country. God bless you all! I am the grand niece of Mrs. E. Yarnell. She is of the ship family and she Christened the Yarnell. I have several pictures (nice size too) that I think she go to her other family-those who served on her. Can I email them to you? I have a Nice one of Auntie Christening the Yarnell, one of just the ship and one of Auntie standing next to her. I do hope someone will send me a reply. As a first hand relative I think it's awful that they should scrap her. She's my family too. God bless! God bless us all in the Land of the Free! Because of the very BRAVE!!!
Patti Yarnell
pnana@ptd.net
June 25, 2008

I just want to say thanks to the people that helped me find out information about the death of Sgt Ronald G. Dennis. He was killed on December 24th 1969 in Quang Ngai Province He was a member of CoA 4/3 11th LTB. With the help of a wonder lady in Texas named Kitty and members of Ronnie's platoon. Namely Clyde Collins and Peter Dempsey. Peter and Clyde supplied me with the events of the day that Ronnie died. Ronnie and I grew up on the same block and were very close for many years. I was in country when he was killed and did learn of his death until March of 1970. Again,I want thank these people for all their help.
Bob Vincent
804-932-3613
bobbyvincent@worldnet.att.net
June 9, 2008

I'm still here looking for guys in B co., 3rd/21st, 196th and C co., 3rd/21st, 196th from 8/71 to 8/72. I have a lot of pics from danang and ao but no names so i would like to fill in blanks before my mind goes. i do have a few from 72 that live near me preacher for one and reehorn, butler, come on guys give me a holler,
Mike Campbell
sgtcampb@yahoo.com
June 27, 2008

I have some really hard-to-read documents I received from the National Personnel Records Center in Missouri regarding my dad, Robert N. "Bob" Smith - also called "Smitty" by his buddies in Biggs, California. He was born on December 11, 1923, was 6'1", had brown hair and eyes, and weighed about 185 at the time of his discharge. His service number was 39 411 448. I will provide all the information I can read on these very BAD copies and perhaps someone out there can help me find out more about dad's service. I do know he was charged as a deserter and in jail for a while (my mom told me that much) - he would never talk about that - would get angry if I asked him about it. He's gone now, and I really would like to know the truth - hopefully, someone knew him or can point me in a direction where I can find out just what happened. He did ultimately receive an honorable discharge. Here are the details of the discharge form I was sent: He was a private first class when discharged from the 11th Infantry Regiment on August 31, 1946 - at Camp Beale California Date of induction: March 1, 1943 in Sacramento, CA Military occupation - Truck Driver Heavy 931 Military Qualification ??? Date - Combat Inf Badge Nov 44 Battles and Campaigns - Reineland (???), Central Europe, Go (???) 40 WD 45 (not sure if this is right - hard to read) Decorations and Citations - American Campaign Medal, European African Middle Eastern Campaign Medal, World War II Vicotry Medal Highest Grade Held - CPL Service Outside Continental U. S. And Return - Date of Departure - 22 AUG 44, Destination - E A M ET ????, Date of Arrival - 3 SEP 44 24 FEB 45 US 9 MAR 45 ????????? Statement for Separation - Convenience of the Government RR 1 1 Demobilization AR 613 365 (hard to read) Can't make out most of the rest of the form - but I think it's mostly pay info so not important to my cause. Any help or information would be greatly appreciated.
Barbara Smith Henke
tallbarb99@yahoo.com (503) 390-1277
June 19, 2009

I just want to say thanks to the people that helped me find out information about the death of Sgt Ronald G. Dennis. He was killed on December 24th 1969 in Quang Ngai Province He was a member of CoA 4/3 11th LTB. With the help of a wonder lady in Texas named Kitty and members of Ronnie's platoon. Namely Clyde Collins and Peter Dempsey. Peter and Clyde supplied me with the events of the day that Ronnie died. Ronnie and I grew up on the same block and were very close for many years. I was in country when he was killed and did learn of his death until March of 1970. Again,I want thank these people for all their help.
Bob Vincent
bobbyvincent@worldnet.att.net 804-932-3613
June 9, 2008

My name is William (Bill) L. Hamblin. I was with Co B 3rd Plt 523rd Sig Bn 23rd Inf (AMERICAL) on my 2nd tour. I was at Duc Pho (LZ Bronco) from mid '70 - early Dec '70 then we were all moved around and I ended up in the old Marine Barracks until Mar '71 when I went home for good. My 1st tour was in the Delta w/164th CAG 1st Avn Bde. Would love to hear from anyone! David Hagen, David Buss, Johnston, Johnson, Little, Brad Bradley, Ivan Bush..WELCOME HOME! GOD BLESS!
Bill Hamblin; 05C Vietnam
billandkarensplace@sbcglobal.net
June 4, 2007

I am Michael Browning, served with E Troop, 1st Calvary, 11th Light Infantry Brigade, Americal Division. In the last issue of the Americal Journal, National Commander Larry Watson wrote about the upcoming Memorial Day and in his words he encouraged "everyone to volunteer to help plan and participate in a local ceremony for Memorial Day". I salute our Commander for bringing this to our attention. It is high time for the VietNam veterans to take the lead in their communities to plan and promote Memorial Day and Veterans Day Events. Believe me, your fellow WWII and Korean veterans will be there to support you. I live in Brunswick, Georgia which is on the south east coast just north of the Florida line. For our area we have "The Veterans Council of the Golden Isles" which all, and I mean all, the veterans organizations belong to. We cover three counties on the coast. This "Council" plans and promotes both the Memorial Day and Veterans Day events. I am serving my eighth term as Chairman of the Council. Everyone in this area knows I am a PROUD veteran of the AMERICAL DIVISION. We have just completed our Memorial Day event for our community. We receive the best in media coverage at our events. In fact, the media is represented in part by another Americal Division veteran by the name of Terry Dickson. Terry served with A Company, 3/21st, 196th Bde. Terry is the Georgia editor for the Georgia Times-Union. I invite you to view our Memorial Day event and see what we do for our program and also to get a look at two Americal Veterans in action. Just go to www.ournetnews.com and click on "Memorial Day in Brunswick". I am the master of ceremony wearing the navy blue coat with a VFW cap. You will catch glimpses of Terry, he is wearing a red shirt, has a camera around his neck, and has a notepad and pen in hand. By the way, Terry was an infantry platoon sergeant. Our Council erected a "War on Terrorism" memorial next to our WWI, WWII, Korea, and VietNam memorials. We have three names of our home town sons on this memorial. I know that other veterans and your community will support you in doing what we do here by just pulling together. Whether we like it it not, our VietNam veterans are the primary source of leadership within the veteran community. Your community looks to you for leadership in such matters that only veterans can handle well. Good luck and success. Best regards!
Mike Browning
troublemfb@hotmail.com
May 28, 2008

Peter W. Duffy; A Company, 1/20th, 11thLIB, Mar 69-Mar 70.
Peter W. Duffy
peterwduffy@aol.com
May 26, 2008

I'm David H. Emery, Capt. USAF Ret. My father was Howard B. Emery. He was from Rochester, PA. He served with the Americal Division in the South Pacific during WWII. He mentioned serving on New Caledonia, The Solomon Islands, Bouganville, and Luzan in the Philippines. He said he often carried a BAR. He received the Bronze Star. I'm currently living in Europe so I don't have access to his papers which are in storage in the States. I'd love to hear from anyone who served with my father.
David H. Emery
dhemery69@hotmail.com
May 24, 2008

Looking for: Greg McCarthy,(from Long Island, New York) Americal Div, 123rd Aviation Battalion, Warlord Animals 69-70. You had contacted me years back, but unfortunately I wasn't ready to talk about old times then. Would like to now if you are out there. Also looking for Warlord Animals, 123rd Aviation Battallion, Americal Div. (Harry with Rockets in his pockets, Sgt Pate, Sgt Scott)
Ed Clayton
eclay50@aol.com
May 22, 2008

I'm still looking for former members of Co C 5th 46th Inf 198th, that served with me in Vietnam from March 1968 - Apr 1969. I had the mortar platoon and was on LZ chippawa at first then we went on with the unit to different locations. We also we on LZ West, Paradise, Dottie our base camp was a LZ Gator.
William Grady
Mgnascar8@wmconnect.com
May 21, 2008

I would like to start off with Thank You to all our brave men and women who have fought for our Country and our Freedom. For those who have given the ultimate sacrifice we proudly remember and honor you, this Memorial Day. My Uncle T/Sgt. Albert Cundari fought with the Americal Division and was a casualty of WWII. He was in the Illinois National Guard out of Chicago, Company I Third Battalion 132nd Infantry. They were activated into duty March 5th 1941. Just recently I have been researching Albert and WWII. I have found Army information t o be very confusing. I also have found that records have been lost due to a fire. He was part of the 33rd Division. The Army re-organized (from 4 to 3 division concept) and the 132nd Infantry was separated and sent to New Caledonia as part of Task force 6814, which then became 23rd Infantry Division. Hopefully I have found this information to be accurate. I have the 1940 Historical and Pictorial Review of the National Guard of the United States Naval Militia Book. I guess it’s like a Year Book. My father over the years kept a couple of newspaper articles and we have all his Military Medals a few pictures and personal items. My Uncle kept a diary up until he was killed on April 11, 1945 on Cebu Island. In the last few lines of his diary he said he had to do night patrol. It was never really made clear as to how he died. I guess I’m looking for any information about how he died, and if anyone knew him. He was only 23 years old. If still alive he would be 86 years old. I know there is only a small chance left in finding out any more information but it’s worth a try. Thanks and God Bless!
Sandra Cundari Reyes
smcundari@comcast.net
May 21, 2008

SFC RICHARD WILSON MAINT SGT HHT CHU-LIA, HAWK HILL. A- SHAU LAMSON 719, DA-NAG , SERVED 70-71OCT. 196LIB. LOVE TO ALL AMERICAAL TROOPERS.ALSO A POINT OF INTEREST. LEFT FT.BLISS 65 WITH THE 6/56 ARTY 65-67- SECOND TOUR 1ST CAV AIRMOBLE AN KHE 3RD TOUR 196/23RD 70-71. IN THE FRIST AND ONLT YEAR BOOK. GOOD LUCK TO ALL
Richard Wilson
RTanker024@aol.com
May 17, 2008

On Sat May 23 2008 Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association is having a wreath ceramony at THE Vietnam WALL Washington DC .This year we are reading the names of 7 brothers killed 9/18/68 in operation champange grove ( 40 years ago)Alpha 1/20th 11th light inf 3rd platoon. All are welcome to come and so many are so missed but never forgotten. Looking forward to the reunion in Jacksonville Fla in june. Bill McAlarney 1/20th light Inf 3rd platoon 68-69 vietnam.
Bill McAlarney
bmcalarney48@hotmail.com
May 15, 2009

This message is for Johnny “ JB “ Bethel. Hey if you get this e-mail,did’nt know you were still in!! Contact me.
Milbert E. Cutgrass
milbert.cutgrass@ihs.gov
April 29, 2008

Looking for anyone who may have served with SGT Roland Joseph Seaborne Company B 182nd on Guadalcanal.
Mike Seaborne, PO Box 38, Hubbardston, MA 978-277-4119
Michael.J.Seaborne@saint-gobain.com
April 29, 2008

198th IN BDE Vets – I am an Army historian looking for any anecdotes involving General William Richardson who commanded the 198th Infantry Brigade in 1971. Anyone who might have a good story to tell, please contact me via email or at (818)274-7087. Ask for John.
John Tabb
April 28, 2008

To All of Those of "The Americal Division" & From All of Those Who Served With; The 173rd AIRBORNE BRIGADE - I (we) would like to say... "Welcome Home, Brother - Welcome Back. We've Been Waiting For You". I am seeking information, tips, and any suggestions from any Viet Nam Vets who had made a Return Trip to the RVN that we all remember. Even more so from any of you who chose NOT to use an organized tour company, and chose to go it alone. Please be prepared to correspond often and in detail in regard to the requested information. A former platoon Brother from "The Herd" and myself are planning to make our Return Journey back this coming November (08) and we are curious if doing so is possible and/or a good idea NOT to use an organized Tour Company, thus allowing more freedom to go where we choose. ***We crossed paths a few times out in the Boonies with you guys of the Americal, and used your Fire Support Services often. It was nice to know that we weren't always "out there". Thanks once again, guys. And, we hope you all have found your Peace.....From a couple of guys at The 173rd Airborne Brigade - "The Herd".
M. Parker; Co. C/3rd Batt./503rd Lgt. Inf. (Abn)
mtwo7@aol
April 29, 2008

Looking for Americal Div. members that now live or were born and raised in Maine or New Hampshire that were assigned to the Americal Div or other units that were assigned to the Div, for assistance in planning , the Northeast Chapter of the the Americal Div reunion in Portland Me. in Sept or Oct 2009.
Larry Shover
      larryshover@verzion.net
41 Osgood Ave., Mexico,Me 04257  Tel. 207-364-2198; cell 357-6575
April 27, 2008

Served with E. Co 26th Engrs. May 1968 to Dec.1968 main base Chu liai to the left of the main gate bordering ROUTE 1. E Co moved to Hill 35 aka Fat City was transferred to Bn. Maint. until May 1969.
Lawrence Shover
41 Osgood Ave.; Mexico, Me., 04257 Tele. 207-364-2198
larryshover@verzion.net
April 27, 2008

First of all I want to thank all you great men and women for your service to this great nation! My name is Staff Sergeant Robert Douglas I am an Infantryman in the United States Army, I am 26 years old and am from NE Tennessee. I am an Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran and a brother to you all. I am on a mission that I know will be a challenging one. My grandfather (who is my hero) was a veteran of the great Americal Division (132nd to be exact). His Battalion and Company are unknown to me. What I do know is that he served in Guadalcanal during the offensive between November 1942 and feburary 1943. He fought in the area of Mt. Austen and was given a battle field commission. His name was LTC Wayne M. Douglas (USA Ret.) He was a Sgt. At the start of the campaign, and by the end of it he was a LT. I am looking for anyone who may have served with him, or knew of him. I am trying to find as much information as possible. For those of you who served with the Americal in Guadalcanal, or those of you that had a family member that served there, there is a great book by the name of "Orchids in the Mud". Thank you all and God Bless!
Robert W. Douglas
Robert.W.Douglas@us.army.mil
April 20, 2008

Hi. I just finished looking at the Americal sites in Vietnam website and found a tremendous amount of great information. Although I wasn't assigned to Americal in any way, I am sure that I have at one time or another supported some of you. I was at Tam Ky (68-69)at the FOL of the 20th Tactical Air Support Squadron. We controlled the FACs that were instrumental in saving your bacon on occasion! Anyway, I am not eligible to join your organization but still wanted to say "Welcome home" and thank you all for your service to our great nation. Any communications from any of you that were in the Tam Ky area are welcome! Our call sign was Jake so some of you may remember that.
Terry English
terry35645@hotmail.com
April 19, 2008

Hi , Looking for anyone who might have some personal history they might like to share about my great uncle James J. O’Rourke, First Sergeant, U.S. Army, 132nd Infantry Regiment, Americal Division. Entered the Service from: Michigan, KIA April 16, 1944.
Tim McGrath
Tmcgrath0@hotmail.com
April 18, 2008

I was in Nam Nov. 68-Nov 69 C bty 11th inf. nick name “Peanuts” , LZ Bronco, LZ Thunder, Hill #?, Ch Lai. I remember stepping on a bouncing betty as we got of the chopper. We were lucky that the VC that planted the mine didn’t pull the safety on it after he bury it. Names I remember: Pops, Abby, Junior, Ben (RTO), SSgt Brewer, Lt Gallagher, Tobe, Dave, Cuellar, Nick, Cpt Serrano, Robledo and I severed the tour (Basic thru Nam) together we both live in the same town and are still buddies. If any or you guys can email me it’ll be great to hear from you.
Danny Ramirez
dramirez@sagapetroleum.com
April 15, 2008

Looking for anyone from 1971—3rd platoon C company 1/6/198. Please contact me.
Richard R. (Randy). Woods 1LT
rwoods@teamrat.com
April 10, 2008

I’M LOOKING FOR A FRIEND BY THE NAME OF DARRYL SCHULLER HE WAS WITH THE 23RD JUN70 TO JUN71 I WENT TO THE 1ST CAV UNTIL MAR71 WHEN I WENT TO THE 23RD AT TEIN PHOC B BATY 3/16 ARTY ANY WHO WAS THERE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME AT 719 564-8585 OR 719-406-5149 I LEFT IN JUN 71 ALSO DAVIID JAMES IF YOUR OUT THERE CALL ME.
Philip Ned Shanley
bigdog165@earthlink.net
April 2, 2008

LTC Adrian Fitzpatrick, in country Sep. 1969 - Sep. 1970. CO HQ's Company 1/20 Inf and Delta 1/20 In. Bn. S4 last months in country. Retired 1992. Currently live in Athens Georgia.
LTC Adrian Fitzpatrick
amfitz@bellsouth.net
April 2, 2008

My husband Robert Smith was with A company, 3/21st Inf. He is deceased 3/7/08. Would like any information anyone is willing to share with me His specialty is mortars...I have photos of people I do not know who they are... anything you can do I would be very grateful. With a grateful heart.
Joan Smith
SMITHBB123@charter.net
March 29, 2008

Looking for anyone who knew Peter Baldwin. Pete was with the 11th LIB.He got to Vietnam Jan.68 and was killed March 28th,1968 in Quang Ngai.He was a Sgt.E-5.He was from North Babylon,New York.
George Loy
namvet21@optonline.net.
March 28, 2008

LOOKING FOR ANYONE THAT SERVED WITH MY LATE HUSBAND, CARL W MOST JR. NICKNAME WAS HOWDY DOODY. HE WAS IN THE 1-46, 198 INFANTRY. PLEASE EMAIL ME. THANKS
Rose Most
rosemost@zoominternet.net
March 19, 2008

Alpha-1/20th-11th LIB, 5-'68/5'69. Looking for Lee Navarro. He was with Delta-1/6th-198th. Vato, where are you?
Tommy Acosta
tacosta1968@sbcglobal.net
March 18, 2008

In country 7/70 thru 7/71 with 3/82nd arty, started on Lz Mary Ann then we moved to several other Lz's (at one we were opening a chopper was shot down and we direct fired on the hillside we thought the fire came from) Then became RTO for the FO for A/2/1. Spent several months in the bush before going to A2 on the DMZ. Looking for anyone who remembers me and/or the places we were at.
Richard "Dick" Zielinski; Webster, MA ( formerly )
richz77@msn.com
March 16, 2007

Alpaha Company 4/21st, Third Platoon of the 11th, 1968/1969Looking for aumiller (Bo), Calvillo, Dunkerly, Cornelius, Fernandez, Ski, Watterson, plus others. Found Steve O'Keefe in Dallas.
Joe "Buck" D'Aleo,
,joebuck48@msn.com
March 8, 2008

Served with hhg 9th support on lz mud 68. Then sent to hhq 23 med. would like to hear form people I served with
              Richard Ketcham
richardibrick@aol.com
March 7, 2007

Just a note to inform the Division that my father, John S. Dunn, of the 221st FA, passed from this world at 4:00 EST, February 28th of this year. He served throughout the Pacific Campaign and was proud to be a part of your honored Division. Please know he was loyal to his comrades in arms to the end and held a special place in his heart for those who served so gallantly, no matter when and where.
Sgt John C. Dunn; USMC 13th Counterintelligence Team 1 MEF, FMF PAC
jdunn-xpedx@comcast.net
March 5, 2008

hi. just looking to see if anyone knew my cousin Philip Adams he erved in D. Company, 4/31st Infantry, who was killed in action on 23 Nov 1967 with four other men. God bless all who defended our country and Thank You!
Patricia ludington
pludington7@aol.com
March 3, 2008

Thanks for this great website. I served in Vietnam as an Air Force Security Policeman assigned to the 3rd Security Police Squadron, Bien Hoa airbase, from 68-69. I was there during TET 69. Air Force Security Police were and still are today, the 'grunts' of the Air Force. Thus, a sort of LIGHT INFANTRY. I recently retired from 26 plus years from L.A.County Sheriff's Department. A few of my fellow deputies were with the AMERICAL division. I told them about your site. Please check out our site for the 'skycops' who served in Southeast asia... www.vspa.com...............VIETNAM SECURITY POLICE ASSOCIATION. Again, thanks for a great website. Defensor Fortis!
Larry Breazeale, Msgt.(ret.) USAFR, Vietnam/Desert Storm veteran, National Chairman of the NATIONAL VETERAN COALITION, www.nvets.org P.O.Box 18491, Anaheim Hills, Calif. 92807 cell- 909-238-2625
ALAWDOG7@AOL.COM
March 2, 2008

I WAS WITH HHC 4TH BN, 31ST INF, 196LIB, AMERICAL DIVISION SERVING AS AN RTO ON AND AROUND LZ WEST BETWEEN SEPT 68 TO OCT 69. HELPED BUILD AND STAYED IN BUNKER"21" ON LZ WEST. I AM LOOKING FOR A COUPLE OF BUDDIES I SERVED WITH. SP4 JORGE REYES AND SP4 JAMES FAULKNER. THANK YOU FOR LETTING ME SAY HELLO TO ALL AMERICAL BROTHERS!
HAROLD WATSON, 9244 STATE ROUTE 7, ROGERS, OH 44455
hwk8ese@yahoo.com
February 26, 2008

I AM TRYING TO LOCATED COL MATTHEW W HOEY THE BC OF THE 26TH COMBAT ENGR BN. I WOULD LIKE TO LOCATE HIM LAST ADDRESS SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS.
john petty
sfcpetty@yahoo.com
February 26, 2008

I was in the 335th trans co aviation maintenance (DS) (GS) 1970 In Chu Lai Viet Na Looking for any 1 who was in the unit at that time You reach me at 254-547-1754
Kirk Ogdon
kirk.ogdon@us.army.mil
February 26, 2008

Hello Veterans, welcome home. I'm Jim Harp,I was with the 174th AHC . I was there from March of 71 to stand-down the I was assigned to the 101st Dustoff Medivac Unit at Camp Eagle. I was at DucPho for 1 week then we moved to Chu Lia. I worked in maintance and unscheduled maintance until redeployment to the 101. The 174th has a reunion every year at Ft. Walton Beach< Florida. this year it is in May. You can visit the 174th's web site at www.174thahc.org Take a look they have a really nice site. Well God Bless All the Veterans that served their country proudly and Let the people remember all those that have fallen to protect them. A Veteran that still remembers the vets that did and that are serving today.
Jim Harp
James@BuyWisconsinProperty.com
February 24, 2008

My name is William B Goforth Spec4 spent all 1970 on LZ Hawk Hill,C Co. 23rd Med Battlion,196 brigade,Americal Div. I corp.which by the way 23rd med ain;t in Americal directory! I'm looking for John C. Calhoun that was in the sapper attack on LZ Maryann in 71 shot three times,please call me 937-687-3906 please and any one who left Hawk Hill in the back of my duce an a half with canvas roof that was wounded or sick an needed treatment in Chu Lia Hospitol during the Typhoon of 1970, all choppers were grounded ,do to 139 mph winds .exact date i can't remember but Sargt.Major Wells deceased was my door gunner.Water covered Rt 1 a mile inland,we made it with a least three guys with sucking chest wounds ,never heard who all made it but there was 15 wounded or sick that day,let me know if your one .Our aid station treated as many as 300 wounded or dead in one day,we moved from Baldy in 69 an shut down some time in 71,we deserve to be listed with Americal directory for the job we did,our motto was That Others May Live,its tatooed on my arm.....Love you Brothers...
William B Goforth
goforth1953@netzero.net
February 22, 2008

I served with the 723 maint. I think lol memory isn't worth a shit anymore. I'm trying to get any info from oct 67 to 68 for ptsd benefits. have to go through all the bullshit as you already know. thanks for any help and welcome all my brothers nam vets.
Ernie Sifuentes
ernienamvet@sbcglobal.net
February 21, 2008

I've been living in Vietnam for 6 years now. Served with D/4/31 196th from 69/70. Need to help a fellow vet find LZ Professional. I was there about 8 years ago with Colonel Carvell and LT John Clark but can't remember exactly how we got there. Is it off the Highway 1? Any help will be appreciated as next month there is a vet coming over who wants to visit the LZ. Thanks, Ranger Bob
Robert Delzell
bobinsaigon69@yahoo.com
February 20, 2008

My name is Vernon O. Grigsby. I went to the Nam in late Nov. '67 on the USS Gordon. I was with D4/3,11th. Light,Americal. I was on a M-60 gun team with Robert Standefer [gunner], Robert Morgan, [AG] and Jose Sanez. I was sereverly wounded Feb. 9th. '68.The whole gun team was wounded from the land mine I detonated. Looking for anyone I was with, especially the above named. Also Robert H Taylor who was a medic. He signed the guestbook Sept. '06. but I have been unable to contact him from his e-mail address, tay1325@comcast.net. Anyone who knows him or how to contact him please contact me at, vernon@otelco.net or call anytime , 205-429-3736. I wound enjoy to hear from anyone.
Vernon O. Grigsby
vernon@otelco.net
February 17, 2008

My father, John A. Roderick of Somerville, Mass. passed away at the VAMC in Bedford at 2013 hrs., February 8th, 2008. He was 88 yrs. of age. Dad was a member of the Americal Division, 57th Combat Engineers at Guadalcanal. He often spoke of his experiences in the Solomon Islands and cherished the friendships he'd made during his time in the Service. Please remember him in your prayers. Rest easily Dad. Your earthly labors are over.
John Alan Roderick (son)
rodericks@rcn.com
February 15, 2008

Hi my name is Steve Alach (Satch) I served on L Z snoopy 69 70, I Miss you Guys It was a hell of a time, Spankey if your out there I Know you live in trenton N J . Agent Orange is killing me, remember they said it was safe BULLSHIT. call me any one who served on snoopy 1 732 636 9161. brothers forever........ CPL S Alach I would love to hear from any one who served with me on lz snoopy 1969 1970, I am cpl steve alach known as satch gunner on a 155 howitzer. I was also ammo sec. and rto. I waked the perimiter every day and checked the wire, Also went to lz stinsin to set up the guns email me at mralach@verizon.net god bless. Satch
Steve Alach
mralach@verizon.net
February 10, 2008

1st Cal Reg, Americal Div - Vietnam My father, Henry Rose, served in Vietnam from 1968 to 1969. He was in maintenance and was near Chu Lai. His 60th birthday will be coming up in April, 2008. He would love to hear from any of the courageous Americal Men, especially those that he may have served with. I was hoping that he would receive cards, letters or e-mails. If interested please contact me, Lori Yates, or send to either: quinnyates@juno.com or 7980 Blairhouse Dr., Cincinnati, OH, 45244. He would be ecstatic to hear from any of you.
Lori Yates
quinnyates@juno.com
February 7, 2008

Looking for any one who was in a btry 6/56 that went with the unit in 65 and was stationed on tsn airbase 65 to 66 and hope all you that had another 6 months there made it home safe after hock mon? where is sgt white any one know.
Jim Gropper
jimfish1930@windstream.net
February 5, 2008

Alpha-1/20th-11th LIB, May'68-May'69. From LZ Ross to LZ Charlie Brown. Now in Ft Worth, TX. Just a radio check.
Tommy F. Acosta
tacosta1968@sbcglobal.net
February 2, 2008

Hello. My great Uncle Doeke DeBoer was a (private, promoted to Sgt.) BAR gunner in the Americal Division from Oct. '42- Oct. '45. He was from Kalamazoo, Michigan, and a member of Comstock VFW Post #6252. Unfortunately we do not know his exact until yet. He passed away a few years ago, and there are no living members who know his history. I have been trying to piece things together with my Dad. We have a few newspaper clippings that mention forming in New Caledonia, Guadalcanal, Bougainville, a place called Hill 260, Nip Gap, a headline stating helping kill 17 and destroying 7 pillboxes, a Sgt. George Oliver, etc. If anyone remembers him, or can help with ways to research hist past, I would appreciate it. The fire at the archives we are told destroyed his records. Thanks.
Nicholas Rice, 23 Balmoral Drive, Stratham, NH 03885
NRice@getcabled.com
February 1, 2008

My name is Donald L Freeman. I went to Viet-Nam with the 11th Bde A Co 4/3 Inf from Hawaii on the USS Gordon. I was wounded April 19 1968 in Chu-Lai and sent back to the states where i retired from the Army in 1983. Though i faintly remember that day, and i have a loss for names of all my brothers i served with during that time. i hope someone will read this and contact me. Each and everyday that goes by and i get older (i'am 61 now), i can't forget my brothers that were left behind and the ones like me who have survived and struggle each and everyday with the war we were in. My HEART goes out to ALL of you and you are always with me. Take care my Brothers and remember ALWAYS i am thinking of you.
Don Freeman, 4660 Jet Wing Cir W, Colorado Springs, Co 80916
Starfleet1a@aol.com
January 30, 2008

Delta Co. 2/18 First Inf. Div., Dec.68-Feb.70.
Brent Salyer
dbsalyer@charter.net
January 29, 2008

Just wanted to say hello to anyone from the 23rd S&T Bn, and the 5 th/46 th INF-LZ Gator. I was stationed from 1967-1969 Americal-Chu-Lai in both units and then was TDY to Bangkok to the 313 th Trans Bn. Please keep in touch. Hope all are back and will always remember many of those who lost their most precious gift for our country, family, and for all of us "brothers" over there.
Louie R. Gonzalez
MPac12@aol.com
January 27, 2008

I would like to hear from anyone that served in the 1/20 Delta or Alpha company from Sept 1970 to Sept 1971 on FB Liz. I live in Jacksonville, FL and look forward to the upcoming reunion in June. I have posted some videos of FB Liz and other memories of Nam on YouTube. Look forward to hearing from you.
John Wolf
jwolf@crystalmagic.com
January 26, 2008

I was the Night Tactical Operations Officer for Task Force Galloway serving with Colonel Henderson and Gen Galloway and would love to reconnect. (757) 270-0682
Michael Stephen Myers
Ltmsm@cox.net
January 26, 2007

In need of assistance to find the unit Roger D. McWilliams "Medic" (called "Doc McWilliams") and his buddies. This is the info Roger read off to me from his PH & Bronze Star citations: B Company 1st Platoon 46th Inf; 23rd Inf Div; Americal; and 196th. He was injured February 1970. The RTO was John Maniscalco "Manny".
Larry & Deauna Stafford
Serafinosdream@aol.com
January 24, 2008

MY NAME IS JIMMY COLLINS
Jimmy Collins
Ln3cll@aol.com
January 5, 2008

I am looking for Richard Hess. My name is Ken McParland and I was in AIT in Ft. Lewis with him. I ended up in the 3/21 of the 196th LIB. I seen in the Americal Newletter that he was in the 1/46.
Ken McParland
knmcpr@aol.com
January 4, 2008

On January 1, 2008, my dad, JAMES V. CARELLI, Sr. passed on at the age of 88. He was a member of the 182nd inf. from Boston, MA. As part of the original task force in New Caledonia, they became the AMERICAL DIVISION that was sent to Guadalcanal to reinforce the Marines. He will be deeply missed by all who loved and knew him. PLEASE REST DAD, THE WAR IS OVER.
Jim Carelli
jcarelli1@verizon.net
January 2, 2008

MY NAME IS JON KELLEY, SON OF PAUL KELLEY OF VIRGINIA. HE IS STILL ALIVE, AND WELL, BUT WE WERE LOOKING FOR OTHER MEN, AND ANY INFO/PHOTOS...ANYTHING... ABOUT HIS TIME IN THE 132ND INFANTRY...AMERICAL DIVISION..... PAUL SAYS HE MADE MANY LANDINGS......CEBU..LEYTE....PHILLIPINES... HE SAID HE SAW MACARTHER FALL IN THE OCEAN EXITING A LANDING CRAFT, AND HAS OTHER STORIES, BUT HIS MEMORY IS FADING, AND CANT REMEMBER MUCH OF THE TIMELINES OF THE WAR...... BUT HE DID STAY IN JAPAN FOR ANOTHER YEAR, CATALOGING ARTIFACTS, HELPING REBUILT MITSUBISHI STEEL, ETC... ANY INFORMATION ON THE TIME IN THE SOUTH PACIFIC WAR ...132ND....WOULD BE FANTASTIC! PLEASE EMAIL ME AT :
Jon Kelley
CAMOJONNY56@HOTMAIL.COM
January 1, 2008

HAPPY NEWYEAR D 4TH &3RD 67\68 OLDGUARD KICKASS'
PAUL AMASON
TAKY1@aol.com
December 31, 2007

Looking for Gaylord Atkins Co E 123 avn 1970, also any others from e co 1970.
Charles Phillipson
cphillipso@earthlink.net
December 31, 2007

I AM LOOKING FOR SP5 raul carlos fernandez and SP5 eugene kessler both men I served with at HHC 23RD S&T Bn Chu Lai, Viet Nam. I need their known address and telephone if possibe for a contact after all these years. I dearly miss these guys and I wish to contact them before I die. MY address is 147 Saint Johns Dr Rochester NY 14626-2038 Phone# 585-227-2578 CELL 585-7092751 If anyone knows of theses men or somebody that was in Chu Lai with me I would like it you contact me.
Frank Gallagher
npatz@rochester.rr.com
December 28, 2007

Hey guys it's been 40 years! It's time to have a get togather.For the guys from C4/21 68-69 we are going to meet in Las Vegas March 2008. For more info contact me at bobkapp3@aol.com. Even if you can't go get in touch.I was the skinny kid that carried the M-79 and the radio when the medic Ron Raker was killed.
Bob Kapp
BOBKAPP3@aol.com
December 26, 2007

Looking for anyone that was with the 196th 23rd mp company in Danang . In 71 thru 72.I would like to here from you hope everyone is ok welcome home
Earl Cannady
littleearl@windstream.net
December 26, 2007

Well, not much going on in this guess book! hi! guys. I am John Isam Dco./1/20th sykes reg's I know you are out there, I was there 70-71, lz liz op frag and others. get in touch if you want. would like to hear from you. ISAM.
John Isam
mel.jdisam@cox.net
December 26, 2007

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU ITS REALLY HARD TO BELIEVE IT HAS BEEN 40 YEARS AGO SPENT CHRISTMAS IN THE BUSH
James Gray
mrtirejpg@msn.com
December 25, 2007

I was in Vietnam in 68 A/3/1. I cant beleave in never new.
Russell Mann
Russ.mann@cox.net
December 16, 2007

Task Force Frazier LZ Baldy Hill 63--- Jan. till Aug. 1968
Bryant Strickland
strick1@ellijay.com
December 7, 2007

Looking for the rest of you Charlie co vets. We now have annual reunions planned. Or check out our new web site www.charlie1-20.org A note to all : Oliver Stone is working on a movie about the My lai incident. Supposedly has Bruce Willis signed. Regards to all
Dan Malin
Danielmalin@hotmail.com
December 4, 2007

Dennis Neil Zimmerman, E 1/20 11 LIB, 4.2 Mortor Plt; "Hi Guys, It's been a while. I would enjoy hearing from Feck, Anderson, Jackson, Cosby, Robinson, Gil, Harry Lee Pryor, Cannon, Toby, Bates and all the other guys. What a bunch of outlaws! If you have any photos, please e-mail them to me with names so I can jog the old memory. I am going to try hard to make it to the Jacksonville, Florida, reunion in June 2007. Hope to see you there! My mailing address is Denny Zimmerman, 14813 Lima Road, Ft. Wayne, IN 46818 Thank you Americal for making all this information available to all our wonderful veterans!
Dennis Neil Zimmerman
sgofw@aol.com
December 2, 2007

My name is (1LT) Tom Schmitz. I served with Echo Recon, HHC and Co D, 1/46, 196 LIB, Americal, 1970 – 1971, LZ’s Maryann, Young, Mildred, and Linda. Retired this year. Looking for Chaplain Neal Davis, Gary Beltz, Frank Ferguson and other old 1/46 comrades.
Tom Schmitz
TSchmitz@twcny.rr.com
November 28, 2007

I served with company A 146th signal battalion, 69-70 at LZ bayonet, anybody out there remember
William Zingg
WilliamZingg51@msn.com
November 25, 2007

My name is Bob Vincent. I am looking for anyone who served with Sgt Ronald G. Dennis in Vietnam. he and I grew up an the same street and were best friends. He was killed on 12/24/69 in Quang Ngai province. It was his daughters first birthday.I was in Vietnam the same time anddidid not learn of his death until I returned in Mar of 70. Thanks Bob Vincent 7212 N. Hairpin Dr Quinton Va.23141 (804) 932-3616
Bob Vincent
bobbyvincent@worldnet.att.net
November 24, 2007

My name is Mia Kirn, and I am conducting some preliminary research for an international documentary production company on the Vietnam war. I am searching for witnesses of the My Lai incident in 1968 that would be willing to speak with me on the phone. Do you think you could help me find some veterans that would be willing to speak with me? I know this is a tough issue to discuss, my father also served in Vietnam and he hardly ever speaks to me about his experiences there. Hopefully, there are people out there that would care to share their story with me, I would be very honored to speak with them. If you have any questions for me, please contact me at mia.kirn@gmail.com. Thank you very much for your time and efforts.
Mia Kirn-Slaboszewicz
mia.kirn@gmail.com
November 19, 2007

Dale Melton C Co, 5th 46th, posted back in Aug 05, have heard from some of the guys, need to hear from more of the guys. Shoot me an e-mail and get in touch
Dale Melton
dmelton@joink.com
November 19, 2007

Okay, here I go again. January 2008 will be 40 years since a bunch of you were in heavy action and KIAs & WIAs were very high. Most of you know C 2/1 was very special to me, I am trying to organize a "thing" at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall on January 5 or 6 (not sure which yet, still planning) to remember the 19 men who were KIA on 5-6 January 1968. I am trying to obtain pictures of all 19 and hopefully find a family member, friend, x-GI buddy that would be willing to write something to be read during the rememberance program. If there is anyone out there who remembers these guys and would like to share something please contact me. Anyone in the area or might be who would like to stop by I'll post the exact date and time as soon as I can pin it down. I hope all of you, your families and friends have a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Peg Rag
pegrag@aol.com
November 19, 2007

yes another Veterans Day to honor all those that have served. may god keep you well. have a great day men
James Gray
mrtirejpg@msn.com
November 11, 2007

HI EVERYONE!!! AND WELCOME HOME.I JUST WANTED TO WRITE AND SAY STEVE & PATTY MABREY HAD A GOOD TIME AT THE REUNION IN INDIANAPOLIS,IN. AND REALLY MET SOME NICE PEOPLE .WE SAW SOME PEOPLE WE KNEW IN KOKOMO,IN.,IN SEPT 2007,(VIETNAM VETERANS REUNION) THAT STEVE WAS IN VIETNAM WITH TOO.STEVE MABREY
Steve Mabrey
spmabrey@comcast.net
November 3, 2007

I served with the 505 airborne infantry 82nd Airborne div. 1958-1962. I am trying to locate a friend I went to college with in the late 60's.His name is Thomas Barnett. He is a Vietnam veteran and served in the U.S. Army, graduated from O.C.S.as a Second Lt. and served with an infantry unit in Vietnam. He returned safely and I am trying to find him. He lived in West Chester, Pa. while attending Kutztown State College (now Kutztown University)I am grateful to any one who can provide any help.
Alfred Frankl
aljoco@ptd.net
October 29, 2007

My name is Ed McDonnell.My brother,Joe McDonnell was in the Americal Division in Vietnam. He was probably a Captain or Major at the time.I would like to find out what specific unit he was in or anybody who might have know him.He never told me very much,thanks,Ed McDonnell,28 Campden Way,Rochester NY 14610. 585-381-5269
Ed McDonnell
edcbi@yahoo.com
October 29, 2007

I am looking for anyone who may have served with my friend SP4 Gary Austin Dore, who died in Vietnam on 22 May 1971 or SPC4 Gary Dore, who was killed in Vietnam on 22 May 1971.
TSgt Terry L. Ellis (Retired)
terryrachelellis@bellsouth.net
October 29, 2007

I would just like to inform the members of the Americal that my Dad, Kenneth Trombley passed away this past week at the young age of 89 years. He was a very proud veteran and was much honored to be a part of the Americal. For any of you that were fortunate enough to have met my dad at many reunions, he was a proud soldier and a very proud American. He served 42 months in the South Pacific with the 221st Field Artillery. He was buried at Mass National Cemetery in Bourne with full military honors, which was very emotional for me. I was so proud to accept the flag that he so valiantly fought to protect. He was definitely a part of the Greatest Generation. Please remember my father. Thanks and God Bless
Jeanne Trombley; Daughter of Ken Trombley
jtrombley@foster-miller.com
October 24, 2007

Dose anyone know what happened to the 1/6 home page, no entreys since 2005. Can someone take over from Lt.Johnston.
Ray Findley, B co. 70-71
acesover1@verizon.net
October 23, 2007

Looking for anyone that was with the 23rd Medical Battalion from January 68 to December 68 in Chu Lai as well as HHQ and going in the field with the 1st Sqn 1st Cav, 196th and 198th. Did Medcap in Quang Nai and worked the convoy down the main highway between Hue and Chu Lai for the summer months of 68 when Corporal Jacob Sirratt, an MP misplaced with us as he belonged to the 23rd MP did a convoy for me and was KIA when the truck I normally ride, was hit by a command detonated bomb up north of Da Nang. I have since talked to his family and now seeking to heal other areas of my life. They called me Dutch and I was a medic from Ohio. anyone remember me, please write. Thank you.
Carl R ToersBijns; SP4 Medic with 23rd Med Bat Chu Lai
CToersbijns1947@msn.com
October 16, 2007

Welcome homme all!. My name is Mike Gracey I served with B Co. 5/46 between Sept.70 - June 71 before reassignment to A Co. 4/3. I was recently contacted by John Hofer who served with me. I just wanted to say Hi.
SSG. Michael P. Gracey; 1st Plt. Pepper
mgracey@peoplepc.com
October 6, 2007

Robert R. Anderson, HQ company, 5/46 Inf, 198 Bgd. I served in RVN spring 1968-spring 1969 at LZ Gator. I have sometimes wondered if the 5/46th or 198th ever had reunions. I used to read Army Times at work and never found any information. Now I am retired. I will keep watching this site for future updates.
Bob Anderson; Waukee, Iowa
undwrtrbob@aol.com
October 1, 2007

My father served with the 26 Signal Corp/Americal Division during World War II. His name was Harry T Miller from Roslindale MA. I have some information and pictures of his that were taken during the different invasions he was involved with in the South Pacific. If anyone would like to contact me, I'd be willing to share what information I have. Thank you.
Marilyn Michalak; Peabody MA 01960
mmilliemich@aol.com
September 24, 2007

RICK LETT joined our Co C 4/31 196th LIB around April 1968. Little later he became part of the 75th Rangers as a LRRP. His team names were WINSTON and MARLBORO. We are trying to re construct his picture album. If you know RICK LETT and have ANY pictures of him please email them to me. Thank you
Gilbert "Frenchie" Manasselian
Namrats@hotmail.com
September 24, 2007

As an Americal WW2 Vet time is running out. Some 900 of us are dying every day. I served the final few months of the war on Cebu with 132nd Inf. 1st Bn. D. Co. Mach. gun Platoon. I am searching for my squad Leader, Gene Tucker from Texas. The only other name I an remember is another unit grunt named Granger, no 1st name, but think he was from Chicago. I received 3 mortar wounds, was treated in the field and sent back to duty. A few weeks later our company commander, name unknown lined myself and 3 other men up to present us each a Purple Heart. The wierd part was after he pinned the heart on, he took it off, went to the next man and did it allover again, when all had been pinned the Heart went in his pocket. There was apparently no official record noted of my wunds or the Heart presentation. I need to find TUCKER OR ANYONE ELSE who might remember the incident. Want no praise or publicity, would just like to have themedal...I know they can be purchased but that's not what I want. If it never happens--so be it, maybe I'll be reincarnated and in my next life be in another war and wounded (for the record.) Thanks to all you guys for your bit and those who are doing theirs now and 'GOD BLESS THE U.S.A.
Al Diederich; 1245 Palomar Pl. Apt.13 Vista, Ca, 92084 760-842-1326....
ajd411@cox.com.
September 20, 2007

MY NAME IS JERRY LESHER I WAS IN CHU LAI 67-68 AND I WAS PART OF THE WARLORDS. JOE "SPANKY" LOPEZ WAS MY PILOT AND I WAS HIS DOOR GUNNER. I AM TRYING TO LOCATE HIM OR DALE MOTT, FOOTZ BAKER, DANNY MILIANCE (SP), OR LARRY COLBURN. IF ANYONE CAN HELP I WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE IT.
Jerry Lesher
MDFEDF99@MSN.COM
September 19, 2007

My name is JOSEPH TULCUS. I am updating my e-mail address so some one can reply to my entry on guest book.
Joseph Tulcus
jmlt50@netzero.net
September 19, 2007

Just wanted to thank Gary Noller for the article re-print regarding my living in Vietnam and taking vets back to Hiep Duc and other locations. If any of you are thinking about coming back, please feel free to contact me. I can make the trip a lot easier for all of you. The article that appeared in the Americal Journal can be accessed at www.alumni.cgu.edu/alumniprofiles/delzell.asp. Also, I'm writing a book about Hiep Duc and if any of you know how I can obtain after action or morning reports (not sure what they called them, like most of you I was only 19 and not into really understanding or caring about anything other than how to read the trail so I wouldn't get killed). Anyway, I've been here in Saigon for over 5 years now and want you all to remember that the Vietnamese here honor and appreciate what we tried to do. God Bless............Ranger Bob
Robert Delzell
bobinsaigon69@yahoo.com
September 14, 2007

does anyone remember CW2 Jesse V. Barnett? He was in B co 723rd maint bn. 1970 and 1971. please contact me.
Wes Barnett
shootinman@aol.com
September 13, 2007

I SERVED WITH THE HHC 4TH BN, 31ST INF. 196LIB ON LZ WEST IN 68-69. I WAS AN RTO AND DID SWEEPS DOWN THE HILL OF THE FB. I HELPED CONSTRUCT BUNKER 21 ON LZ WEST. I AM LOOKING FOR TWO OF MY BUDDIES WHO SERVED WITH ME. THEY ARE SP4 JORGE REYES (PONCHO) AND JAMES FAULKNER OF MISSISSIPPI. THANK YOU AND WELCOME HOME ALL VIETNAM VETS!
Harold Watson
hwk8ese@yahoo.com
September 10, 2007

I was with 1/20 Inf, 11LIB, 1967-68 and diagnosed with bone cancer (Multiple Myeloema) in Jan 2005 resulting from contact with Agent Orange. I was surprised when I met a Cpt that I served with in VN and he also has cancer. I still have no regrets about serving but I would like to know if any other 11LIB or Americal troops are victoms.
Austin Wilcox; 1/20th Inf, 11LIB, Americal Division, 1967 - 1968, 846 Third Avenue, Troy, NY 12182
austin.wilcox@us.army.mil
September 9, 2007

I served with B Troop 1/1 Cav. at Chu Lai from Sept-70 to April-71. I 1049 over to the 123rd AVN BN. or the Warlords and flew as a door gunner on slicks. Was given the nickname "Tiny" while with the Cav. Both units were great outfits to serve with. There were brave men in them both. Like to welcome everyone home. My name is Jimmy D. Pace. I live in Pelahatchie, MS now. Home phone is 601-854-5348. Clear Right Up, Sir
Jimmy D.Pace
jimmydpace@bellsouth.net,
September 8, 2007

Daniel L. Newell served in WW11. His fifteen year old grandson is looking for info on him. He never met his grand-dad. He was in the 6th division, the 22nd regiment, I forgot the other thing. He was on Guadalcanal and then went to Okinawa. Again that is Daniel L. Newell, he got shot in the leg.
Marjorie Newell
marjoriemeade@verizon.net
September 7, 2007

I am trying to contact anyone that served 1970-71 in Co. B, 1st Bn, 22nd Infantry with my husband Gary Melchert from Brockton, Mass.
Judy Melchert
JKMELCH@aol.com
September 4, 2007

I was in the 3/82 from Chi Lai (Dec.1970 to Aug. 1971). If anyone knows Gene McNeil from LZ Siberria, Please contact me.
Dean Conn; St. Charles, IL
co6d@aol.com
September 2, 2007

I am sending this message for my brother Phillip Martin who was with Company E, 5th battalion 46th Infantry from June 1969 thru May 1970. He is needing any information concerning major battles such as South of Chu Lai airport where a Medicap crashed and many other horrible unspeakable things happened. He is under medical care with the VA for different medical problems. In order for the VA to continue to help him further, he needs more details concerning dates and information on these battles. He has went thru his Representative but they were told that they could not release anything to them. It had something to do with protecting the deceased and living veterans. He really doesn't understand this, so this is why I have come to your website asking for help. You can contact me zeb@bluffsnet.com or sengelbr@ic.edu. Any information you can provide us would be most helpful.
Susie, sister of Phillip Martin
zeb@bluffsnet.com
September 1, 2007

The United States Postal Service has suddenly begun charging our soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan full postage to mail letters home. Like we before, they had been able to do that free. Now, it seems their sacrifices in our name aren't worth a 41 cent stamp. Please contact your Congressional representatives and stop this right now!
Gary Phillip Capshaw
C 2/1 Infantry (70-71)
kiteria@graysoncable.com
August 31, 2007

I am the daughter of Ellis E. Perdue (nickname Eddie) who served in the 132nd Battalion, Americal, I believe in Leyte and then served on or with the Intelligence Division with General MacArthur and possibly General Thorpe??? My father just recently passed away and I found all these notes and papers and etc from the time he was overseas. He always talked about being shot in the war and receiving the Purple Heart but we have never found it and his DD214 was a mess. Being a veteran of 24 years active duty, I know how important the DD214 is and I am sure that many of the men did not check their form to make sure it was correct. My Dad has wonderful pictures from the war of Tokyo when he worked there. I have names of men that I will add as I can get the list from my mother. When we tried to get information about his being shot (there is a wound on his back) we, of course, are told that the records were burned so he has never been able to be service connected though he did pass away in the veterans hospital here in Salem, VA. I would like to know if there is anyone who might have remembered him or knew about him getting shot. I will get the list from my mom which also shows I believe a hospital where he was recuperating. I wish I could have gotten more information while he was living – I tried. Thanks for any and all help.
(Debra) Robin Haas
debra.haas@va.gov
August 28, 2007

Joseph DeMartino 40th Scout Dog Duc Pho,serving the complete I & II Corp Jun 67 Jul 69, I walked point for many patrols 25 CAs Badly Ross Plei DeJang Dak To Kumton 875 to many to list your records never credit the 40 Infantry Platoon Scout Dog 3/25 3/4 Macv advisor .Please give credit where it is DO. Thank You
Joseph DeMartino aka DeMo Little Gueinny
josephmarypat@bellsouth.net
August 27, 2007

I am Mike Warren, formerly S/sgt Warren, USAF, NCOIC of the Air Force aerial port mobility team at Tien Phouc from Sept 70 to Jan 71. I would like to know the names of the CO of B/Bty, 3/16 arty and the First Sgt during the time I was there. Thanks and welcome home.
Mike Warren
mike.warren20@verizon.net
August 26, 2007

My name is Richard L. Morris and I served as Platoon Sgt. with 4th platoon, Charley Company, 3/1, 11th LIB. from May 69 to April 70. I would like to hear from anyone that I served with during that time. I have contacted Lt. Hillier that I served with and meet thru your guest list.
Richard L. Morris 4475 Hwy 77 South Graceville, Florida 32440
11cmos@bellsouth.net
August 17, 2007

My name is 1LT Gordon Kinneer, my father served in the Americal Division from 1967 to 1973. I have posted my e-mail address, my father does not have one. My father is Joseph J. Kinneer who served with Co D, 1-20 INF, 11BDE.
1LT Gordon Kinneer
gordon.kinneer@us.army.mil
August 16, 2007

Looking for Sgt Steve Lintle. 70-71 Dco. 1st bn 20Inf sykes reg's 23rd inf Div. last message sent to this book was not all there. this is Isam, Wolf and Kerry and myself were wanting to know where you are. please let us know, OK?
Mel J. Isam mel.jdisam@cox.net August 8, 2007

Hey guys ,long time. I was w/ the 39th engineers that stayed w/ you guys at Dottie 1970.I was with hdq.co. recon M60 gunner on APC's that went out w/ yall until I was hit in a fire firefight outside of My Lai.Then they put me back to my original MOS.You can't miss what I did since I was the battalion wrecker operator that went out and picked up all the blown up shit you guys were fucked up in.Remember snipers gap on QL1. Hope all is well and write or call if you want.About everyone else I know from there is dead now.If anyone remembers DOC SWANSON let me know .We stayed in the same hooch together at CHU LAI. MISS YOU ALL it's never been the same.
Jim Edwards; 352-427-5417
susumou@peoplepc.com
August 7, 2007

I am searching for John Wolford, because according to his post a few years ago, he was in a crash in Chu Lai of a C123, 1968. It was at the end of a runway. I was on Fire & Rescue Crash Crew, and was the first one there. A chopper flew overhead to keep the flames down. It was allegedly bad gas in the craft that took it down. Almost everyone died- I had never known if anyone survived- but would love to speak to someone who did. I tried like hell to save everyone I could. I really want to make contact with Mr. Wolford or anyone who was there. His email address listed on his post is no longer valid. Does anyone know how I can reach him? Was anyone there that knows about the crash I'm talking about? Please respond to my personal email.
Tracy Diffin, USMC
md1270@mail.com
July 31, 2007

Please E-mail me if you served in the finance office at Chu Lia September 1968- September 1969. Looking forward to hearing from you.
Jerry M. Stapleton; 23rd Admin Finance
Jerry.stapleton@generalshale.com
July 31, 2007

I am trying to obtain information for myself. I was in Vietman form August1966 to August 1967 with the 63rd transportation Army unit.My hone phone number is 410-787-9706 Address is 63 New Jersey Ave. Glen Burnie Maryland 21060. I need help to prove my VA claim.
Vince Tempera; 63rd Transportion Unit
vtempera@verizon.net
July 30, 2007

My name is Gary Carothers, I was with the Americal between late 1969, to 1970. I steped on a land mine some where. My memory has beed erased to remembering no names,places,but I do remember I was with the 23rd. Im just hoping that someone sees and remembers my name to help me through this.
Gary Carothers
garyanddeb41383@aol.com.
July 30, 2007

I served with Vietnam in 1970. I was assigned to the Americal Division 1st Battalion 14th Artillery 105 mm Howitzer. I was the loader on gun 1. I am looking for anyone who served with me. My phone number is 817-731-6910. My address is 400 Palmetto Fort Worth, Texas 76114.
Moses Cortez
mosesmary@sbcglobal.net
July 22, 2007

Sam Bullington, D Co., 23rd Med, Chu Lai….Sam please re-send your contact information. I had a laptop meltdown and have lost your information.
John Cochran; 1601 Green Berry Road, Jefferson City, Missouri 65101
TEL: 573.634.4304; CELL: 573.291.1591
jhc@socket.net
July 20, 2007

First thanks for this message board and to all WELCOME HOME. I was with Americal from 20-Sep-1970 until 19-Nov-1971. I was with the following units; B Trp 1/1 Cav., 23rd MP, HHC 23rd Inf., & HHC & Band Spt Cmd. For those who might remember me, I was a young red headed Texan. If you think you remember me please e-mail me. I will be attending the June 2008 reunion and hopefully will meet some of those that I was stationed with.
Alan Mc Farling
akmdjm@juno.com
July 18, 2007

I would like to complain about the people who are coming in this web sit for the sole purpose of sending spam money scams. Get a life and believe me when I say, nobody buys the $50,000.000.00 you have to deposit into our accounts. This is getting totaly out of hand. You should all be arrested. Thank you Americal website for your continued service.
Larry Hause; E-co, 723rd Mt Bn
lrhause2@uahoo.com
July 16, 2007

We are looking for you, hope you see this. Kerry and wolfie. Dco.1bn 20th Inf. 70-71, if anyone knows anything, please let me know at my e-mail.anyone else 70-71get in touch if you would, ISAM.hope it was ok to use your names.
Mel Isam
mel.jdisam@cox.net
July 16, 2007

My Father, Allan E. Morrisey, was a SeaBee during WWII and shipped out to Australia in '43 aboard the USAT Sea Witch. I have his certificate for crossing 000 latitude, 000 longitude on Sept 23, 1943. If anyone can provide information and/or where I may be able to obtain a photograph of the Sea Witch, it would be greatly appreciated.
Michael Morrisey; 20100 Concordia Dr., Euclid, OH 44117
mmlediver@yahoo
July 8, 2007

WANTED: Vietnam vets to do brief radio station ID spots on the "numbah one" tribute radio station on the internet for music and spoken word from the Vietnam era - Radio Vietnam! All you need is the ability to record a 10 - 20 second WAV or MP3 file on your computer, giving your name (or alias of your choice), unit that you served with, and a mention of Radio Vietnam (like, “you’re listening to Radio Vietnam”). You email it to us and we take care of the rest - including editing and musical background! No professional experience necessary - and, of course, just like the station, this is all voluntary and non-profit. It's easy and fun! Tune in to www.RadioVietnam.net to hear examples currently playing (including myself), register at the station (it's free), and send me (RadioResearcher) a personal message. I will get in touch and we will take it from there!
Dick Field; Radio Researcher, Americal Radio Research Co.
rafieldjr@comcast.net
July 1, 2007

My 6/13 post is already outdated. I was trying to figure whether on that day in the river with A/4/21, we might have killed Dang Thuy Tram, an NVA doc who was killed in that area, and who has recently become famous for her diary. Carl Zarzyski (B4/21) contacted me right away with information that strongly suggests that it was another 4/21 company. It seems that several of you guys know a lot more about this than I do. I'm relieved, and the matter is closed for me.
Dave Malkus (Ringo); 59th IPSD
(2710 Mason St., Madison, WI 53705; 608-232-1455)
malkus@engr.wisc.edu
June 28, 2007

Here's to all you poor bastards that served in the Americal in Dong Ha. I was there in the spring of 1970 and all was fine as far as fine can be that close to the DMZ. However when you guys would come in from the field all hell would break loose and shit fell from sky. You guys gave 'em hell because they never gave you a break. Does anyone remember Sgt. Jordan and the lady of the night scam. I do. Anyway God bless you guys.
Allen Carlsen
804 Glenwood Drive, Wisconsin 53170
acarlsen@wi.rr.com
June 24, 2007

I WAS IN C COMPANY 5/46 INF MARCH 68 SEPT 68. I WAS FROM MICHIGAN GIVE ME A SHOUT don0909@aol.com or 321 453 3736.
Don Shooks
don0909@aol.com
June 23, 2007

I’ve seached many VN websites and I haven’t found very many references to any Americal companies, Brigades or Americal period. I was there 1967 – 68 and I know we had history. If anyone has a website please reply to my e-mail.
Austin Wilcox
austin.wilcox@us.army.mil
June 23, 2007

My name is Tom Birdsong, and I was checking your casuality list by units looking for the name of David Wooden. David and I went thru AIT at Ft Polk together and became very good friends. Upon completion of AIT, David had orders to to report to Travis AFB , and Vietnam. It turns out that he was assigned to the 196th light infantry, and KIA on Nov. 27th 1967. I reported to Ft. Lewis Washington after AIT, and ended up going to Nam of a troop carrier. I went to the 3rd brigade of the 25th infantry, and worked a lot of the same areas as you fellows in the highlands. Our company, A co. 1/35th infantry, was also in a fire fight on Nov. 27, 1967, and we lost quite a few guys. I went to Davids hometown in Mo. several years ago and met his family, and I also visited his gravesite. I still miss him.
Tom Birdsong
ttbird2@juno.com
June 20, 2007

There will be a reunion in Washington, D.C. September 28, 29 and 30, 2007 for Delta Co. l/52nd 198Lib . Everybody welcome.
John Southern
Smalljaws@Mac.com
June 19, 2007

I served with the Americal with the 178th ASHC in 1971-1972.
LTC DON KARPER
AREA 51-T3
CAMP VICTORY, IRAQ
DSN 312-987-6967 EXT 5262
LTC Don Karper
DWK1585@AOL.COM
June 18, 2007

I was a scout-dog handler out of Duc Pho. My first mission was with A 4/21 (Capt. Franzon). We walked up a stream or small river most of one afternoon. It was cool and nice; my dog loved it. Somewhere up out of sight in the lead element (we weren't on point at the time), two NVA medics stumbled into our formation. You guys fired them up pretty good, killing one and severely wounding the other. The wounded one was medevac-ed as a POW. The dead one was left under a bush, and we moved on. If you were there, my question is this: Was there any chance that the dead one was female? If you can't guess what I'm driving at here, I'll tell you when you contact me.
Dave Malkus (Ringo); 59th IPSD
(2710 Mason St., Madison, WI 53705; 608-232-1455)
malkus@engr.wisc.edu
June 13, 2007

MY NAME IS MARTIN QUINTANILLA JR. I WAS IN B 4/3 11TH BDG. SPENTED 8 MONTHS IN HAWAII FOR TRAING, THEN SHIPPED OVER BY SHIP, DON'T REMEMBER THE NAME. I THINK IT WAS GORDAN. WENT TO NAM IN 1967 WAS AT LS BALDLY, DOTTIE, I THINK IT WAS CALLED HILL 54. WAS A MEMEBR OF TASK FORCE BARKER. I CARRIED THE M-60. LATER ON I WENT TO 523 SIGNAL BN. OFF HAND I DON'T REMEMBER IF I WAS IN A OR B COMPANY. I WAS THE SUPPLY SGT. LEFT NAM IN 1970. I would like to hear from anyone.
MARTIN QUINTANILLA
mquintanellabp@sbcglobal.net
June 11, 2007

JUST WANT TO SAY ( HI ) TO EVERY ONE IN THE AMERICAL GUESTBOOK. I WAS IN COUNTRY MARCH OF 69 TO MARCH OF 70. 1/52 198th LIB HHC. LZ BAYONET, AN AT TIMES LZ STINSON. WORKED IN MAINT. IM GLADE TO SEE THIS WEB SITE JUST FOUND IT.I HAVE NOT BEEN IN CONTACTE WITH ANY ONE FROM MY COMP. SINCE I RETURNED HOME.
S/P 5 DARRELL WAGNER
DDWAG1313@VERIZON.NET
June 10, 2007

My name is Zack Barron. I was with the 39th Engineers attached to Americal. From April '69 to Feb '70 I served at LZ Dottie and LZ Snoopy. Would like to hear from anyone there during that time.
Zack Barron
Zackbarron@bellsouth.net
June 6, 2007

Found this site for the 2nd time. Still would like to find a couple of guys I worked with. My name is mark Chapman, I was an 05C40 that was not needed so I did lots of crappy jobs. I did work with the battalion message center. We flew to the fire bases with SOI's and picked up all the orders and things at Divarty. Had some friends in FDC, but with time most of their names escape me. I do remember Sgt. Rafiner, SSgt Sweet, Poncho (FDC) Larry was also with FDC.
Mark Chapman
iteach1@charter.net
June 5, 2007

Hello to everone my nane is Junior K. Allison i was with HHC1/6inf at fire base Dottie 1970 to April71 then move to 87 Chemical Detach would like to hear from anyone who was there. i live in lenoir city tn.
Junior K. Allison
Oldsgt6993@aol.com
June 5, 2007

Looking for any info. on an incident or incidents that occured in 1968-69 at LZ Liz where the VC and NVA used a catapult or slingshot device to fire fuzed 105mm and 155mm projectiles into the firebase. Ron Griffin a Btry. 1-82nd FA and web master for the home page of the 82nd FA Regiment www.lzhurricane.com.
Ron Griffin
rgriffin@new.rr.com.
June 2, 2007

I can be contacted at w_wwwj@hotmail.com. Went to RVN on USS Gordon with A Co. 9th Spt Bn, 198th Inf Bde. Got kicked out of 23d Admin and sent to Replacement De to process newbies. Anybody know the whereabouts of Van Horn, Earlywine, Hatfield, Mackey, Tucci, or any number of guys. I can’t remember all the names (we’re getting old). Let me know.
Eric Lawrence
lawrence_eric_w@yahoo.com
June 1, 2007

I serverd as an RTO in Alpha Co., 5/46 198th from Jan. 1969 to Jan. 1970. If there is anyone out there who served there & then, I would like to hear from you.
John Hollmann
desertdce@hotmail.com
May 30, 2007

I was with D Co 1/20th infantry from Dec. '67 to June '68. I would like to hear from the guys that I served with-- especially members of my squad--like William Watson and Robert Baker.
Gary Robertson
anngary@sbcglobal.net
May 27, 2007

I am the youngest daughter of Captain Greg Whitehouse, he was killed in Vietnam March 6, 1968. Captain Whitehouse was in the 11th arc Blackhorse. If you served with him please contact me, I would love to know more about him, I was only 4 years old at the time of his death.
Julann Godbey
dannajulann@yahoo.com
May 26. 2007

Nathan C. Allen, 123rd Aviation Battalion, , Served in Chu-Lai. Vietnam 1970 E Co.
Nathan C. Allen
nallen_49@frontiernet.net
May 26, 2007

Hello, RED BARONS/ 201st.avn.company in Nha-Trang VietNam 69-70..worked in the motor pool as a 63B20 Tech..Hi,my name is Terry Kaufmann living in corpus christi,Texas...Wanted to drop in and see if there are any Red Barons looking at this site..? Drop me a line at E-Mail.
Dot Kaufman
gumbypokey@stx.rr.com
May 19, 2007

Hi, Can anyone tell me if there is a way to find out if I was ever listed as an MIA? In February of 71, while serving wit E-company, 723rd Mt, I was put on a top secret convoy to go to the DMZ. Somehow they lost the list of drivers and when I returned to my unit, I didn't get any mail for weeks. When I asked the Red Cross what was going on, I was told that I had been reported M.I.A. and my Dad had also received a notification telling him I was officially listed as M.I.A. After letting the Red Cross know I was back my mail started back up again. Is there a way to find out if I was actually listed as M.I.A.?
Larry Hause; E-Co. 723rd Avn Bn
lrhause2@yahoo.com
May 18, 2007

I would like to hear from anyone who knew LT Al Schroeder Co. D. 1/20th. Inf. 11 LIB. His Vietnam service dates were July 10,1968-September 18,1968 when he was killed. Al was a friend I knew stateside. He was killed shortly before I arrived in country as an Army nurse. Thank you for your time and shared memories.
Mary Jane Shipley
75 P Street
Salt Lake City, Utah 84103
thisshipmj@msn.com
May 10, 2007

Reregistering and listing the following names of those from the Platoon that I have pictures of, Co. A 1st Platoon 5/46th 198th LIB.. Hoping someone will see this list or find it doing a name search. I have made contact with a couple of the men from Company "A". Myself and Francis "Nathan" Hale have 189 photos posted if you are from the unit or a family member who would like to see them. Our photos are from 68-69. SGT. STEPHEN DEMARONEY, ROBERT OLENZAK, CHARLES "CHUCK" SLOCUM, GEORGE FREEMAN, ALEN CASAZZA, Medic DON SHEFFIELD, CLARENCE HOCH, LARRY YOUNG, MIKE RICHARDSON, JOE SALOPEK, VAUGHN DELONG, WENDELL ROBERTS, LARRY MARKLAND, BILL CAPPS, RANDY CLARK, JOE GREEN, BOBBY COLLINS, JACK VATOR. Many others I don't know their full name WADE, "PJ" LONGORIA, RODRIGUEZ, BERGMAN, PEE-WEE, and MORELAND to name a few. Some of those I have made contact with include BUD McFARLAND, PAUL SPROUSE, & FRANCIS "NATHAN" HALE.
L.D. LOFTIS
MRLOTTO@EARTHLINK.NET
May 8, 2007

Just want to note my change of email address. Was with E Co. Recon, 1/6, 198. 10/67- 9/68
Bruce Yacuk
fishdad22@comcast.net
April 25, 2007

My name is Jim Holuj. I am neighbors with Vince Krippel who was in Company F , 132nd Infantry Regiment, Americal Division during WW2. His service began in the national guard in Chicago, he was part of the the forming of the Americal in New Caledonia, served in Guadalcanal, Bouganville, went to Fiji, and served in Leyte. Also in company F during that entire time was great uncle, Verle Fraher. He has since passed. We would love to hear from anyone that knew either of these men. Thanks. I reside near Chicago.
Jim Holuj
flyingdeck@aol.com
April 23, 2007

I am looking for anyone from the 1/52 inf, 198 Bde, that was on LZ Stinson or worked in the area. (Was called LZ Buff). I am currrently 100% disabled and would like to hear from anyone, even if you were not in the same unit I was.
James M. Digby
mbdigby2@comcast.net
April 21, 2007

My name is Bob Vincent. Iam looking for anyone that might have served with Sgt Ronald G. Dennis in Vietnam. He was in COA 11th Lt Inf Bde. He was killed on 12/24/1969 in Quang Ngai Province. We grew up together on the same street in Indianapolis and were the best of friends.I was serving in Vietnam with the 4th Inf Division at the time of his death. Anyone with information about him please contact me.
Bob Vincent
bobbyvincent@att.net
April 20, 2007

Looking for more 23rd Med brothers. So far I've found Richard "Child" Newby, Cliff Tracy, Dave Ionno, Mark Smolensky @ Bill "Boxie" Blattman(sadly deceased & missed). I've found others that I did not know personally. I was there from Aug. 70 - Oct. 71. Email me if you knew me or not. Thanx ADVA for the site & to Kitty for all your amazing detective work!!!!!
Steve "Ski" Goslawski; Unit: 23rd Med. Hq & A Co.
sgos27@yahoo.com
April 17, 2007

For those that haven't heard Doc Flowers passed away last fall.We just located each other after 35 years.He was the one that loaded Doc(Ron) Raker and me on the Col. chopter when we were hit by a bounceing betty.
Bob Kapp; C 5/46 & C 4/21 68-69
BOBKAPP3@aol.com
April 15, 2007

I have enjoyed the Americal Division Alumni Association website. My Dad, Bob MacKay, was in the 26th Signal Company that arrived in New Caledonia in early 1942. He served with the Americal Division until his return to the U.S. and discharge in September 1945. My Dad was a company clerk in the 26th Signal Company and in July 1943, was transferred to division headquarters and HHC, Amercial Division. While in the 26th Signal Company, my Dad, among other things, was responsible for obtaining motion pictures and setting up and running the projector to show them to various elements of the division. He was the the Adjutant General's section of the division headquarters.
Among my Dad's papers, I found the picture below, which Dad's handwriting on the back indicates was taken on April 22, 1943 on the island of Viti Levu among the Fiji Islands. The 13 soldiers in the picture were all from Watertown, Massachusetts. They enlisted (I cannot explain LT Murphy's presence) in the 26th Signal Company, 26th Infantry Division (Yankee Division), Massachusetts National Guard, in 1940 in Charlestown, Massachusetts – which became part of the Americal Division in 1942. Each of the soldiers returned safely from the Pacific Theater of Operations after 3 ½ years overseas and four campaigns. I am not sure of the significance of the pen an inked "X" on some of the subjects of the photograph.
From left to right: Front row: SGT Brad Parker; SSG Bill Harlow; SGT Frappier; LT John Murphy; SSG Bill Merullo; CPL Alan Owens; TSGT Don Skuse Back row: PFC Bud Trow; CPL Bob Given; CPL Johnny Richardson; SGT Fred Hopwood; CPL Mal Cate; SSG Robert G. MacKay
Scott W.MacKay
scott.w.mackay@comcast.net
April 15, 2007

I served with the Americal with the 178th ASHC in 1971.
Jeff Smith
snuffy2@neo.rr.com
April 12, 2007

I am seeking information on the location and names or addresses of other casualties or survivors of the last known outpost that my brother (SGT Ronald L. Haug) was stationed. He was badly wounded at Firebase Rifle on either Feb 9,10,11, 1970. He was airlifted to a hospital ship and died Feb 13, 1970. Whomever reads this will see his name on the Vietnam Memorial Wall in DC. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Terry G. Haug
terry@networksplus.net
April 10, 2007

I am looking for any of my brothers that were there with me 9/8/69 to 9/8/70 Americal Div 198th LIB Company D Delta Com Chu Lai LZ Dottie ROcket Pocket 3rd plt RTO machine gunner Dave (little Dave) Lawrence I played guitar at stand downs. phone # 330 448 8951
Dave Lawrence
joanl621@yahoo.com
April 9, 2007

Served with Co. E, 5/46, 198th L.IB fron Nov. 1968 through Dec. 1970. Worked with 4.2 mortars and Echo Recon. I worked on LZ Buff, LZ Minuteman, Hill 26 with mortar platoon. July 69 started working with recon as an FO and stayed with them the duration of my tours. Would like to here from brothers in arms. SSG Larry Kelley {FAT TEXAN]
Larry Kelley
d.kelley32@suddenlink.net
April 9, 2007

Looking for Dave Hastings, 26th Engineers, 67/68, recall he was from MI. Douglas Lay, B/1/14, attached to B/D/Recon, 1/46 Inf.
Douglas Lay
artyfo@sbcglobal.net
April 6, 2007

I was with Americal 723 Maint. Bn. From sept.1967-Sept. 1968, I Drove duece and a half days and ran the em/nco open mess {the Bar} at Chu Lai. I am retired.
REC
Hd3802@aol.com
April 2, 2007

Re: SPC Jerry Corbett; 132nd Aviation, Americal Division; Chu Lai 5/68-5/69. Mr. Corbett is looking for any members of the 132nd Aviation Company who were at Chu Lai from 5/68-5/69. He is looking for information regarding rocket attacks in the Jan to Feb 1969 time period, to support his VA claim. Veterans with any information, please feel free to contact Jerry Corbett at: LZ II Bldg 6; Coatesville VAMC; 1400 Black Horse Hill Road; Coatesville, PA 19320; Telephone: 610-380-5397.
Joseph O'Rourke
Joseph.ORourke@va.gov
April 2, 2007

My brother was Robert L. Tyes. He was assigned to Charlie Co. 4/21st Inf. 11th LIB. He was KIA in Vietnam in June 29, 1968. Is there anyone out there that served with him. If so please advise if there are any photos or any other information on the unit he served in.
Don Tyes
bigdude@ponyexpress.net
April 2, 2007

I am (sp/5) Don Schieber. I was in-country from Mar-70 to Mar-71. I was in Chu Lai till Jan-71, then went to Quang Tri till Mar-71. Processed out for stateside Mar-71 out of Chu Lai. I was in the Warlords, B Co. 123rd Avn Bn., till Oct-70, then transfered to the Blue Ghost, F/8 123rd Avn. Bn., till Mar-71. I was stateside when the Dinks hit Quang Tri hard and hit the main ammo dump, blowing it up. They also hit the hootch that I had been in, killing many good men and friends. Duke Frailey wrote me and told me the sad news. Although, many years have passed, I still remember their faces. Good luck to all.
Don Schieber
donschieber@cox.net
April 1, 2007

VIETNAM 67-68, CO ?, 4/31, 196 TH, OUT CHU-LAI AND LZ BALDY, HILL44 OR 441 IN FRONT AIR FORCE BASE AIR PORT. WAS SUPPLY SGT LAST 3 MO
Rhett Goodman
CRANRHETTG@aol.com
April 1, 2007

My name is Rudy Ogas, I am the olderst son of PFC Rito V. Ogas. My dad served with the 23rd Americal Div, 182nd Inf Regt, 3bn, Company G. I have been trying to find as much info on my Dad's participation during the Philippine campaigns. Thanks to this web site, I have been able to piece together some idea of where my Dad served. His records were destroyed in a fire at the St. Louis records center, I got some medical records from Camp Carson, CO, his discharge and the VA has replaced his ribbons and medals. If anyone has any information on my Dad or even knew him, please contact me at the following address. Thank you for your assistance, I am also retired Navy(Submarines), 1960-1979.
Rudy Ogas, 304 W. 8TH ST ., STAUNTON, IL 62088 618-635-2852
lexis@madisontelco.com
March 28, 2007

Please note my change of e-mail address.
Ronald D. Sims; Hq 4/3 11LIB
simsrd56@comcast.net
March 27, 2007

My father was John E. Blizzard, a WWII veteran who died in 1992. According to separation papers, he was assigned to Company C of the 61st Infantry (replacement unit) out of Camp Wolters, Texas. Dad was a squad leader (60 MM Mortar) and served from September 1943 to May 1945. He was involved in the Naples-Foggia, Rome-Armo, Southern France, and Rhineland campaigns, and I believe also served earlier in North Africa. Dad became a prisoner of war who I believe was liberated in Germany by the Russians. I wish I had more information, but Dad didn't like to talk much about his experiences during WWII. If anyone served with him and has any information regarding his service, I would like to share it with my son, who sadly never knew his grandfather. Thank you.
Steve Blizzard, 611 Upland Road, Pikesville, MD 21208 (410) 653-3230
steveblizzard@msn.com
March 20, 2007

I'm a disabled Vietnam Veteran and we try to help other Veterans obtain the benefit they deserve. If you have info, ie action reports, daily reports or personal info, for Chu Lai, 8/66 to 4/67, please EMAIL me.
Rick Drad
www.jbdrad32@yahoo.com
March 18, 2007

Just found this site i was in the Americal Division B company and short stent in C company 4th/ 3rd 11th infantry. Arrived incountry January of 68 derosed in January of 69. My C/O was Capt. Maddog Mitchells and his favorite words were get on line. I remember Task force Barker and Me Lie, and pinkville, LZ uptight, and that damn yellow malaria pill that gave ya the shits. I remember when Mitchells was killed and when Col Barker was killed. Don't remember many of the guys except Woods, and McKenney. Would like to hear from anyone that was in those companys during that period. I have had alot of health problems through the years just wondered if anyone else has. Have had protate cancer and nerve damage problems but have never gone to the VA guess i probly should. I was wounded twice in or around Me Lie (spelled wrong i know) but dont want to take the time to look it up. Anyone intrested in contacting me please do so. My nick name was animal.
Rick Hacker; 4th/3rd, B & C Companys
rick_hackman@yahoo.com; (813) 642-8817
March 15, 2007

To anyone that served with me, SSG Hassler, 1969 1970, Btry. B, 3/16th Arty, Tien Phouc. It started on may 1969 with rockets and 75mm recoiless rifle fire the mess hall got hit severals time we had 13 wounded and one killed it lasted arounded five days. I had the 4TH gun section and I would to THANK EVERYONE that helped out at that alot of people should remenber also FDC got hit. I have the write up from the BattleAx Banner Please Call at 770 9576528.
SSG Hassler
hasslerc@bellsouth.net
March 15, 2007

I am looking for people who served with me in Duc Pho, or FFB-411 Vietnam. I am LT John Hillier in country 8-69 to 8-70. Charlie Company, 2nd Platoon, XO 3/1/11 Brigade.
John Hillier
John.Hillier@labarge.com
March 12, 2007

Hello to any Delta company grunts who are still alive and kicking. It's been almost 37 years since I left Duc Pho and I can't say I've really missed being there. Hope this email finds all you Vets alive and prosperious.
John Arnett; 4/3 11th LIB, 'D' Company
jarnett@mindspring.com
March 12, 2007

John Page hhc 4th of the third 11th lib jul68 to jul 69 john page, jamestown new york.
John Page
johnpage39@yahoo.com
March 10, 2007

I had gun 6 B Brty 1/14. Looking for anyone from B Btry. 1/14. Please send me a message. I came over with 198th in 67 and left in 68. Great web-site
Allan Walraven
adwalraven@chartermi.net
March 7, 2007

Viet Nam, March-69, April-70. 26th engr.(mine sweep unit). I was on a hill called Fat City, a few miles from Chu Lai. My good buddy was Goerge Nipson. We had a Sgt. Glass. I'm getting old, but my memories are young. Anybody that was their at that time, please E-mail me.
Stanton McArthur
Stanton.McArthur@DLA.MIL
March 6, 2007

We are holding our 2 nd annual reunion this year at the Cincinnati Hilton (Airport inn) in Florence Ky. June 8th and 9th 2007. Contact Dan (Ohio) Malin for details. Note in the Subject line ---- Charlie Co 1/20th
Daniel Malin
DanielMalin@hotmail.com
March 5, 2007

My father was Sgt. Russell R. Brown of company E 132nd Infantry of the Americal Div. during WWII. He was a Light Mortar Crew leader. He did the whole tour during WWII. He came home on survivors leave for 30 days and refused to go back. But they came and got him and back he went. He was in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater from Jan.1942 until Sept 1945 If there are any surviving members, especially anyone who would remember him, feel free to contact me.
Brian Brown
brianrbrown@consolidated.net
February 25, 2007

I am trying to learn more about the death of my grandmother's cousin, Alphonso (Al) Joseph O'Laughlin, who was killed in action in France (Meuse-Argonne?), and who served with the 132nd Infantry Regiment, 33rd Infantry Division in France during World War I. Please send me information you know about Division and/or regiment during WWI, and/or Private Al O'Laughlin. Info about helpful sources -- books or online -- is also appreciated. I'm a beginner at military research.
Laura Hanley Davis
hanleydavis@suddenlink.net
February 21, 2007

My uncle, Horace W. Woodward, served with the original Americal Division from its inception until the end of WWII. He had joined the National Guard some time before the start of WWII, and on January 16, 1941 (the day I was born) he went into the regular army (he always rememberd by birthday as a result of that). My uncle's unit was originally in new Caledonia and later served at Guadalcanal. When I was a small girl 9 years of age Uncle showed me his service patches and his decorations. There was what seemed like a drawerful - among them was a special one from the Navy, of all things (he was Army!). I remember when he came home from the war -- I was about four or five years old and we all went to my grandparents for his homecoming. He was still sick when he came home, recently recovered from a bout with malaria (which continued to recur over several years). Before he was allowed to come home, Uncle had to go to Lake Placid NY for R&R - he said it was to become a civilian again (too bad they didnt do that for the guys who went to Vietnam!). While at Lake Placid one of the nurses there introduced him to her sister. This sister later became his wife, my aunt. Uncle Dorce died of cancer about four years ago. His only child, a daughter, and I stay in touch via Internet and telephone. Our family has always been proud of Uncle "Dorce" for his service in the Americal Division. I need to mention one other name here. An old family friend who also served in the Americal during WWII. His name was John J. Lavie, Jr., and he was a medical corpsman. He went on to attend Boston University on the GI Bill, took both a bachelors and a masters there and then worked for the government until he retired. John never married. He was a good friend of my parents, and often helped me with homework difficulties. A smart and interesting gentleman was John.
J. Salem
jmpsalem@verizon.net
February 19, 2007

Just wanted to say hello to all the fellow Viet Nam Vets. I served with SVC Btry, 3/16th Arty from December 1969 to Feb 1971. Would like to hear from anyone who was with the 3/16th.
Larry Arenholz
lowfly@aol.com
February 19, 2007

I was with A/4/21 from April 1968 till around January 1969 Then I was infused into 1/52/198. I was stationed in Schofield Barracks and moved as a Battalion to Nam. I would like to hear from anyone that was in my unit. My e-mail is donfmus@aol.com I live in Pittsburgh PA. Thanks ,Don.
Don Musilek
donfmus@aol.com
February 18, 2007

E. Co 723rd Maintence Bn. Would like to hear from anyone for the 723rd Maint Bn E. Co. I served there in Allied Shop. I was an Sp5. Welcome Home
Larry J. Kerr
Ke9673@aol.com
February 12, 2007

I was on gun 3 B/Btry 3/16 Arty. I was there Nov. 69 to Nov.70 I hung with Terry Lyken, Rich Peden, Jim Stubs and Fast Jon Burton to name a few. Anyone remeber me or any of these guys drop me a line. This is a great website.
Tom Vescio
vescio2450@yahoo.com
February 11, 2007

RA volunteered .when I came to country was first assigned to combat center chu lia. Got in a scuffel got my nose broke by a former vet, complaining my pocket radio was to loud! was sent to 6/56 hawk missle unit as commo .mostly pulled guard duty ,as unit was soon to be deactivated back to El Paso , TX . was reassigned to HHC Btry 1/4 Arty Chu Lia VN was till E2 grade they lcated my records. had to wait for ranking board for E4 none available, completed E5 board to get rank of E4 met a puerto recan named Hector Gotia spent several months there was then sent , later to LZ Dottie 1/14 Arty kept up electrical fadac computer generators and communications can only remember one nick name BLUE .he was from virgina annd a 105 howitzher named Amen and later to meet A shake and bake gun bunny Leon Ingram can remember things ocassionally do you remember me
Joseph Tulcus
jmlt50@peoplepc.com
February 10, 2007

I was a S/P5 in HQ 4/3 11 LIB Americal Div.I was sent there as a cook but was sent to Chu LAI as the resupply person .That was 68 69. I was also at Duc Pho. Would like to talk to anyone who in that or those units I met a lot of people who were there and have lost touch.I remember we had 2 Isgt name SMITH.
Ronald Sims Sr
simsrd56@adelphia.net
February 10, 2007

Yankee, Yankee, Yankee, this is Cool Brew. This was 3rd platoon calling HQ CP. 2nd platoon was Budweiser (musta been some beer drinkers thinking up these call signs.) Cannot remember what 1st platoon was any more. Some time in the Spring of 1971 the 3rd platoon changed its call sign to Osprey. But I still remmember calling Yankee, Yankee, Cool Brew. EP Robertson, Coach Danny Harris, Teach Kerry O'Donell if you are still out there, Doc Crawford has been looking for you, as has Oscar Salinas.
Dave Crawford
email: Crawford.Dave@epa.gov
February 6, 2007

I live on Guadalcanal in the Solomon Islands. Recently I got given a sporting medal found in a fox hole on the old Gifu battlefield here just south of Honiara town. It is a high jump medal and engraved "2nd place. Garn M. L. 1937" I am not sure if the Americal Division actually fought at the Gifu but I thought this might be a good place to start. I am just willing to send the medal back to family. thanks in advance
Adam Elliott
joad@solomon.com.sb
February 5, 2006

HQ co 196 lib Americal Division (loach crew chief ). Stationed at Tam Ky and got shot up in a loach at lz maryann Aug 1970 looking for guys that drowned in the river.
Mike Stearns
Mikestearns1@aol.com
January 30, 2007

Anyone who ever served with, or were attached to, C, 2/1st Infantry, 196th BDE, is invited to re-join the "family" at www.charliegrunts.com. We have over 200 former members and are always looking for more. Contact me at 358 Saddle Tree Ln., Denison, TX 75021; 903.337.0917—Home; 214.726.5855--Cell
Gary Capshaw
kiteria@cablerocket.com
January 29, 2007

Looking for anyone who served at the 23rd Infantry Division Combat Center in Chu Lai during the latter half of 1971.
T. J. O’Leary
tjoleary@maine.rr.com
January 23, 2007

My name is Retired LT. Harold w. Dew-- I am a 23 yr. veteran of the Navy. I have multiple myeloma bone marrow cancer. I am looking for anyone who got this cancer serving on a ship off the Coast of Vietnam. The Va only accepts the military that was on land. Agent Orange also went out in the water too. Compensation is not given to them. If you have this cancer, or know someone who does, who served only on a ship off the coast of Vietnam, please contact me. Harold w. Dew 1365 Fairway Village Dr. Orange Park, Florida. 32003---- 904-215-1961
Harold W. Dew
sjdew@bellsouth.net
January 21, 2007

MY NAME IS JOSEPH MICHAUD, AND I WAS WITH THE A BATRY 3/16 ARTY . WE MOVED QUITE A BIT , BUT MY MAIN BASE WAS LZ WEST OR HAWK HILL. I HAVE PICTURES THAT I WILL PUT ON THIS SITE, SO I MIGHT GET FEEDBACK FROM GUYS THAT RECOGNIZE FACES OR PLACES . THANKS VET BUDY
JOSEPH MICHAUD
email2@fairpoint.net
January 17, 2007

Greetings to all veterans of the Americal Division from throughout its lineage. My Dad, Hyman Trusten of 5 Canterbury Road, Woburn, Massachusetts, age 86 and alive and very well, served with the 26th Signal Company, beginning as Task Force 6814, from February 1942 to July 1945. I will be visiting Australia for the first time from 17 to 31 March 2007. The final leg of my journey will be in Melbourne, site of the first stop of Task Force 6814. This may be a needle-in-a-haystack situation, but I am trying to discover three facts before I go:

1. The name of the converted ocean liner that the 26th Signal company was on (I understand that there were seven liners) 2. The location in Melbourne where the 26th Signal company landed 3. The location in the Melbourne area where the 26th Signal company was camped I've tried to learn these from my Dad, but through all the turmoil at the time, and also the passage of 65 years, he can't remember. Can any of you? If you can, please write to me at trusten@grandecom.net I posted to this guestbook years ago, but I see that it had to be restored. So, please let me take this opportunity to thank all of you, from the bottom of my heart, for your service to our country. There would be no America if it wasn't for you.
Paul Trusten, R.Ph. Midland TX (432)528-7724
trusten@grandecom.net
January 15, 2007

C/4/3/11th LIB. Brothers come home to the bunker at http://mysite.verizon.net/vzeoqeuo/
Dave Curtin
emu135th@verizon.net
January 14, 2007

Unit 3/16th Atillery Tien Phuoc 1969-1971. Please contact me via email if you served in this unit around this time.
Charlses Hassler
hasslerc@bellsouth.net
January 11, 2007

121 Medical Bn. Looking for anyone from the original Americal Div.
Harold Bender
HBender2000@aol.com
January 9, 2007

I was with 2nd platoon H Troop 17th Cav 198th Bde from July 69 to May 70. I was the tank commander of a Sheridan that hit a very large mine on 28may70. I was just trying to see if someone remembers me.
Mike Thyne
mike_kathy@mchsi.com
January 9, 2007

Hello, my name is Julie I am the daughter of Army Sgt. Robert James Mussin. My E-mail has changed it is oneswiftgal@msn.com. I would love to know anyone who served with my father in Quang Ngai Vietnam. he was killed on april 15th 1970. I was only about 6 months old when he was killed. my mom and dad were suppose to be married when he got back. but he didn’t make it back. my dad served in the 11th light infantry Brigade americal divison bravo company. if you might know my father please E-mail me or would just simply like to drop me a line please do so. I am so proud of you all and am welcoming you all home.
Julie Mussin
oneswiftgal@msn.com
January 9, 2007

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO THE GUYS THAT WERE IN DELTA CO.4/3 11TH 10/69 TO 10/70..RICK R. IN PHOENIX LOST YOUR PHONE
Milbert Cutgrass
dadcutgrass@hotmail.com
January 4, 2007

Co. A, 4/21 11 LIB, April 68/Dec. 68: Glen Whorton, I just read your post from Dec. I remember the people you mentioned plus more. I sent you an E-mail and a couple pictures that include, you, me, Potkin, Schenider, Stratos, Turner, Tailor, Sgt Brown, Zeke, Alphabet, Zamora and others.
Jack Saffell
j.saffell@mchsi.com
January 4, 2007

My name is Philip Latour and I was with the 26th from 2/71 to 9/71. I'm filing a claim with the VA and need contact from anyone who was with me on the Tra Bong Road, clearing mines when we came under attack by ground fire and mortar rounds. This was around July -Aug 71. Would appreciate any of my brothers who were there with me to contact me and help me with my claim.
Philip Latour
newbill01@comcast.net
January 3, 2007

Joseph Edward Hogue my Uncle, served in the 196th 2/1 Americal Division, Headquarters Company, from August 1968 to January 1970. He was at both LZ Baldy and Hawk Hill. He was a Colonel’s Driver. He lives in Central Florida now and doesn’t have a computer. He would really like to hear from anyone who remembers him. If you do please give him a call at 863-422-8550. Also if there are family members or friends that have questions he may have answers for you since he was a driver he got around. May God Bless all who have served and those who still do!!
Joseph Edward Hogue
AKRIEG@COX.NET
December 31, 2006

Looking for other members of Alpha Co, 1/46 LIB LZ Professional
Everett Lee Jackson
eiamnuts8@columbus.rr.com
December 31, 2006

I am posting this to list my new e-mail address, and to see if anyone from H Troop 17th Cav remembers me. I was in country from July 69 until June 70 in the 2nd platoon. I was the tank commander of the tank that hit a large land mine on the Tra Bong road 28May70.
Mike Thyne
mike-kathy@mchsi.com
December 28, 2006

Jim (DOC) Occipinto signing in Alpha1/20 3rd plt. 10/69-70. Anyone that remembers me drop a line. Thanks to all you grunts.
Jim Occipinto
MADPINTO@DREAMSCAPE.COM
December 27, 2006

Bravo Company - 4th B - 3rd Infantry - 11th Infantry Brigade. Greetings: Would like to correspond with anyone having served on fire support base San Juan Hill - I was stationed in Duc Pho 68 -70. Share period photos and information on buddies living in Texas.
Joe Hill Hernandez
joemarie21@sbcglobal.net
December 27, 2006

I was in HHC 1/20 from March 67 to May 69 and assigned to the motor pool. Joined the 1/20th at Schofield Barracks HI and traveled to Vietnam via boat then to LZ Caretan and then to LZ Bronco. This experience was truly a life changing experience.
John Peppler
jpeppler@centurytel.net
December 26, 2006

I was with b batry 3/16 arty on huck hill or l z west . I can't remember witch one . was on gun #3 , like to here from the guys, that was thier 69 to 70. moved on quite often from lz to lz.Like to here from a guy by the name of GARY DUPREE , I think thats the way its spelled or pronounced.I think he was from alabama .he had a twin brother. You all have a marry chrismas and a happy new years.
Joseph Michaud ( FRENCHY)
email2@fairpoint.net
December 23, 2006

Hey guys havent heard from anyone in awhile still looking for old bushmasters sgt campbell sun prairie wi.53590 sgtcampb"at"yahoo.com give me a holler im here 24/7,
Sgt. Campbell
sgtcampb@yahoo.com
December 19, 2006

Would like to hear from anyone who served with D Troop 1st of 1st Cav, with Ssgt Wheeler Brooks in 1970 -1971. We were an Infantry Team attached to a helicopter unit to do search and destroy missions.
Levite Ouellette aka Jr
ouellettels@fairpoint.net
December 16, 2006

A Co. 4/21 Americal April 68-Jan 69. Zap, Stolley, Costanza, Turner, Stratus, Robinson, Leet, Taylor, Thomas, Super, etc Where are you boys?
Glen Whorton

warvet@peoplepc.com
December 12, 2006

C Co., 4/21, 11th L.I.B. June 1969-Jan 1970. Hello to my fellow grunts. It's still great to be home and out of that place, ain't it? "Tex"
Michael J. Deel
nobigdeel@sbcglobal.net
December 11, 2006

I was in the 1st 6inf 198bde Bco 2nd plt in 1968-1969. I was posted but since then my e-mail address has changed. I was just checking in on some old vets to see if anyone was around. Thank you for this site.
Edward Forbes Jr
eforbes@celerityinc.com
December 11, 2006

Am a member of the original recon plt. E Co. 1/6. 9/67-9/68. Anyone else out there?
Bruce Yacuk
fishdad22@earthlink.net
December 10, 2006

Hi, I am the son of Marvin Adolph Grewatz of the 164th infantry. Dad was in the Solomon Islands, Guadalcanal as a staff sergeant. AS I was growing up I remember him telling me stories of a Japanese pilot downed in a lagoon, and walking with his men on patrol. Dad stepped on a land mine and he remembers solders diving out his belongings because he wasn't suppose to make it. He talked about a throwing knife, and other belongings. He said they dug him into the ground and places some dirt over branches to hide him until he could be evocate to a hospital. He said it was a boat off shore that he was moved to eventually. He remembers a little worm throwing dirt into his only good eye and he couldn't do anything to stop it. He was always mad at the little worm. As was growing up sitting on his lap I put my fingers on the scars of the shrapnel that was still in his body. It was in his head, arms, legs that I know about. The story picks up in a hospital in California; He was well enof to walk around the hospital so he went up to the director of the hospital to ask when he would be able to leave. They asked who he was because they have no record of him being there. He was sent to Kansas and his discharge paper has reason, poor health. He was stitched up from the land mine. I did come upon pictures of a few experiences he had in the Solomon Islands with a few solders in the tropics. I guess my question is did anyone know him? I am attempting to get him a purple hart but there are no records except a letter from mom, a discharge paper, and his medical records with x rays with doctors notes of small shrapnel in the x ray when ever he went in for medical reasons; i.e. broken leg, sinus problems, pulps of the nose, head x-ray ? A local Vet office told me I could order one up but it takes a lot of work to make it official and I probably wouldn’t get it so I get discouraged and stop the effort. Dad was from Edgly, North Dakota Thane M. Grewatz 3226 County Road 20 International Falls, Minnesota 218-286-2092 H
Thane M. Grewatz
thane_54880@yahoo.com
December 8, 2006

I served with the 3/21 company b nov 70 aug 71 from chu lai to da nang, been looking for danny harris, tyler texas and dave speath cincinnti ohio, served in the orderly room. also anyone else that served in that time frame, please contact me,would like to hear from all.
Jerry Johnson
gkj1putt@aol.com
December 7, 2006

Just passing through and wanted to wish all of you a blessed holiday and success in the coming year. Delta 4/3 11th LIB 69-70. And remember: it wasn’t our son’s, daughter’s, husband’s, wive’s, or our friend’s idea to be in Iraq. Please continue to support our troops overseas.
Linn Hoopes
Linn.Hoopes@menninga.com
December 6, 2006

My brother Richard "Shorty" Wilt a 60 gunner for the Army's 23rd Infantry, The Americal Division from Sept 69 to Aug 70 in Chu Lai. He knew Sgt. Ronald Herd, Vic Peluso and Kimsey Tolliver. I fell out of contact with Vic and Kimsey, does anybody remember my brother Shorty?
Steven Wilt
smwilt007@cs.com
December 5, 2006

Guys, 1970-1971-delta co. 4th plt op frag, lz liz, lz dragon duc pho, chu li. or how ever you spell it. horse shoe village, and so on. please get in touch with me. I only want to say hell-o. we had some times together, bad or good. whatever. I hope all is well with you all. I see all the other people in the military stay in touch, and all the other guys in the units stay in touch, why not us? just say hell-o,please. John Isam.may be you don't remember me because you don't want to. but I was there right after ZORNES AND RUNGE WAS KIA AND we had a memorial to them on LZ LIZ.
John Isam
Mel.JDIsam@cox.net
December 3, 2006

John Isam DELTA CO 4TH PLT. SYKES REG'S 1ST BN. 20TH INF. 1970-1971. I AM A MEMBER OF THE ASSN. AND HAVE BEEN FOR SEVERAL YEARS!
John Isam
Mel.JDIsam@cox.net
December 3,.2006

I would like to know who shot up our bunkers at Chu Lai Dec 69? I was with a Marine Unit next to the hill your guys were at LOL. Also any one that was there when the Beer Storage area was hit? Lot of pissed of guys that Day, Welcome home guys.
Dave USMC
daveh67200@yahoo.com
December 3, 2006

I was a member of H troop 17th Cav from march 69 to may 70. Iwas in 1st platoon- looking for others from same time frame.
Eddie Brooke
eknbrok@aol.com
November 30, 2006

I served with the Recon platoon of E 3/1 11th LIB off of FSB4-11 from Dec 69 to Nov 70. Would like to hear from former members- have located Lt. Brumley, Dollarhide, John Gary Thomas, and Bill Palmer. Would like to make contact others.
Larry (Chickenman) Crites
lz411@oh.rr.com or lz411@msn.com
November 30, 2006

Am trying to contact anyone who might have served with my baby brother Sgt. Jerry Gordon in Vietnam. He was with C Btry, 6th. BN, 56th. Arty. He did 2 tours during 1968-1970. He died in 1995 from Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Would like to correspond with his buddies. Thanks for any info. God bless to all you heros.... .
Suzanne Gordon, NC
ponderosa@citcom.net
November 27, 2006

My great uncle joined the Americal Division in Bougainville and was in Item company. His name was Robert Eleazer from Columbia, SC. Were he still lives today. If anyone remembers him please email back. In service from 1943-46. .
Nathan Fetner
harmonica_player@hotmail.com
November 27, 2006

Looking for anyone who may have been on the lz Pleasantville from3/25/71/-4/8/71. A grunt from americal was burned pretty bad when a flame thrower blowup. Want to know how they made out and who they were. Ray Martel (sp/4) B/3/18 Arty. Big guns in the saddle of the hill.
Ray Martel
raylinenterprise@psouth.net
November 26, 2006

Hello I am trying to help my Uncle locate a friend he has not seen since 1968. His name was Emery "Fitz" Fitzgerald from Greenville SC. While going through some old family photos we have started to wonder where his friend might be. Any information would be appreciated. Maybe we can get these two friends back together again.
Tracy Williams for Charles"Chuck" Haines; 1st Air Calvary 1966-1967.
Crazyjasper2005@aol.com
November 24, 2006

I served with Charlie Company 2/18 Inf. 1St. Inf. Division from April 1968 to April 1969. Looking for help in obtaining rosters. Trying to find some old friends. .
Michael White
mbwhite@att.net
November 24, 2006

I'm Louie Rios A1/20 11th (002)68-69. Just returned from Kona,Hi on Veterans Day. I had the pleasure to attend the return of my CO ashes. Sheri,Danny,and Kalani were great host. The ceremony was well attended by relatives and friends.pictures were taken and will share with everyone in Buffalo reunion. you guys can remember him "humping" our ass up and down those mountains, everyone was cussing (not very loud). I had the pleasure to know Bill better while visiting the islands back in 02. had a great mini reunion with Bill and Sgt.Wright at their favorite watering hole.
Louie Rios
lourios@cox.net
November 22, 2006

My husband Ted (Edward) Murphy served in Vietnam from May 1969 to April 1070. He was in LZ Dottie. He was recently filed for VA disability and I was trying to find information for him. If there is any one that also served there during that time, could you let me know? Thank you so much to all of you. .
Kelly Murphy
kmurphy@coloradomtn.edu
November 22, 2006

Looking for members of my platoon that served from August 1970 to July 1971. 2d Plt B Co 1/6 198th Bde Americal Division. (706) 326-3746. .
Benjamin H. German
germanbe@soc.mil
November 21, 2006

Im looking for a Lt thomas Guiz i was with 3/4/APC Troop ARVN during the Battle on 24, Aug 1968 north of Tam Ky RVN. Just want to find out what happen on his side of the Battle. .
Joe West
joe_west41@hotmail.com
November 21, 2006

I was an Artillery FO that once substituted for an FO assigned to one of the maneuver companies of the 1/52, 198TH LIB sometime between 2/70 and 5/70. All I remember of the unit is that it was a company whose regular FO that I was filling in for was later killed in a helicopter crash. His first name was Kenneth (like mine), I believe. While with that unit, our perimeter came first under sniper fire and then an assault of some kind. Elements of the company were also outside the perimeter on patrol when it happened. I and the regular FO's RTO and Recon Sgt. ran to the top of a small hill within our perimeter so we could have a better view and adjust artillery fire as needed. On top of the hill was a 106 Recoilless rifle and its crew, which fired 2 or 3 times while we were up there. Our FO team was pressed up against the sandbag barrier that surrounded the gun and we remained there until we were able to raise a 155 Howitzer battery on the radio, call in and adjust a fire mission. My recollection of that incident was that the company suffered 4 WIA and no KIA, and that while we were on the hill, mortar rounds or grenades (don't know which) were impacting around us and it seemed they were being "walked" up to the top of the hill where we were all located. Our team was sprayed with dirt and whatever else a few times, and because of our position in relation to the back of the gun, we couldn’t see how the showers could have been from the 106 firing. Whatever was going on, I was convinced we were in grave and imminent danger and while hunkering down immediately after one loud bang and shower of debris that seemed even closer than the previous ones, I had one of those experiences where your life flashes before you in an instant. We hung in there and after completing our task, I remember yelling to my two teammates that we should now "Get the hell out of here.", whereupon we ran back down the hill. The gun crew had already by then left. I am trying to find the RTO and Recon Sgt. that I was with, or anyone, infantry or otherwise, that might remember this event. I don’t remember their names, but I do remember that for whatever reason one of my temporary teammates was having one heck of a feud with the Infantry Company Commander; over what, I never learned! The passing of the years has left me wondering how accurate my memory is.
Ken Taglia
kteglia@lhfinc.com
November 20, 2006

I have an email submitted that has changed from donwmolds@gmail.com to donwmolds@yahoo.com. I was in B Co., 723rd Maint Bn., 1968 and 1969.
Don Bradley
donwmolds@yahoo.com
November 12, 2006

To Bob Boully:, I am not sure what happen. I have tried to get back to you. As you know this is how we got together to begin with. let me know if you get this. Ok? I am John Isam from D co.1bn20thInf.4thplt.1970-1971. Also, would like to say hell-o to all the guys, same unit, same time in country. Please get in touch.I know for some reason you do not remember me. Just write and I will try to refresh your memory, Ok? John Isam. wounded March 12 1971.
John Isam
mel.jdisam@cox.net
November 6, 2006

My name is Tommy F. Acosta from Ft Worth, TX. I'm looking for Doc Jay Osborne and Keith (Baby-Son) Watson, Alpha-1/20th-11th LIB, Duc Pho-LZ Bronco, May'68-May'69 Peace and Blessings, Tommy-grunt
Tommy Acosta
tacosta1968@sbcglobal.net
November 5, 2006

Looking for all members of Co. C 1/20th 11LIB. Hawaii to Duc Pho. Capt. Medina's unit.
James Emerson
Pewman77@aol.com
November 4, 2006

I have a picture of the last company. I am sure allot of guys out there have the same. I am asking for you to send me where you stand in that picture if you will? I was with the unit in Nov.70 to the date we stood down in 71 I think I see my-self in the picture, but! I will wait till I hear from someone. If you see the pic. please get in touch with me and let me know where you are at in the pic.I know that their are not to many people that remember me, but I was there. I stood on LZ LIZ IN HONOR OF GLENN ZORNES AND ROBERT CARL RUNGE. The first that was kia after I got there. On the WALL they are panel 6w line 79. I never forgot those names and never will. Please get in touch with me guys?
John Isam.
mel.jdisam@cox.net
November 3, 2006

I am Gerald Hounchell, brother of Earl Hounchell. Earl served in the Army and was wounded on Bougainville island in WWII. Army veterans records were destroyed in a fire. I am looking for information about him. He passed away in 1999.
Gerry Hounchell; 513-793-1789
ghounchell1@fuse.net
November 3, 2006

Doc "Bob" Capone registering in the guestbook. Email bjcapone@aol.com or robert.capone@agedwards.com Call me at 800-662-5043.
Bob Capone
bjcapone@aol.com
November 2, 2006

Welcome home guys: I am seeking anyone who would have served in the 23rd S&T Battalion and would remember a little guy from Puerto Rico by the name of Ramon Castro-Morales. He had passed away due to a rocket mortar hitting a C-130 on take off from Chu Lai airstrip in 1968. Also, I was transferred from the 5/46th Infantry HHC and had a friend by the name of Edwin Newell who was also killed in 1967-68.
WE went through AIT and had taken the trip to Nam on World Airways. Does anyone know these two individuals. Please contact me at kellymd2@aol.com. Hope your living every day to it's fullest. I love all you guys-every one of you.
Louie R. Gonzalez; Former Sp/4
23rd S&T Battalion,Americal Div.
MPacino1@aol.com
November 1, 2006

I was assigned to the 11th bdg. in 1966 at Scolfield Baracks. In Hawaii for 15 months. Left in December of 1967 on the USS Gordon. I was a medic for company d, 4th bn, 3rd infantry. Went to Carantan at Duc Fo. Long walk to LZ SUE. Attached to 3rd plt. company b. Operated out of dottie uptight with task force barker. Went north to lz west, and hun duck valley. Came home October 1968. Served in national guard for 18 years. Retired September of this year, 2006, after 42 years. Would like to receive emails from any and all that was in the same circumstance I was.
Robert H. Taylor; 11th LIB
Tayl325@comcast.net
October 29, 2006

My father,Harold Alonzo Kennedy, was in WWII 1944-1945 in the Philippines w/ the 132nd Inf Regt. I've tried to get information on his personnel and medical records, but they were destroyed in the St.Louis fire in 1973. I have since gotten his Report of Separation from my local court house, which told me alot. I would however like to get any other information I could about him or his unit. If someone could direct me to where I could find out more I would greatly appreciate it. I know he was wounded in Cebu Philippines Apr 2 1945.I also know his place of entry into service was Ft. Meade Md.He was from Honesdale Pennsylvania. I also have a photograph of his Batallion from Camp Stewart Ga. 1944- it says 6th Batallion Battery D. He had alot of the guys sign the back and write where they were from. Thank You
Harold Kennedy
skullman362@yahoo.com or kennedy0807_04@ hotmail.com
October 24/2006

I am looking for anyone who served with me in 1970 and 1971.
Ronnie H. Ray (Norton) Charlie Co. 1st/20 3rd Platoon.
gizmo2851@bellsouth.net
October 22, 2006

Looking for anyone who may have a copy of the group photo taken of recon at the end of 1968 or the beginning of 1969.
Chuck Goodrich; recon 1st bn, 20th inf.
cgoodrich@emeraldmortgage.biz
810.238.7444 office
810.252.8203 cell
October 19, 2006

Hi my name is William counts, I served in Vietnam in 1970 and 1971. I served with alpha troop 1/1 cave black hawk. I was at Chesham and the lam son 719 operation in 1971. i lost a couple of my friends there. Some of my comrades were as follows. Mike browning from Georgia. A guy named Harris from Arkansas alias gotcha. Russ pen or from little rocker,.. A guy in the 3rd platoon named whipple. My base area was chulaia and long binh. thisis a good start I guess.
William Counts
wpcounts50@yahoo.com
October 18, 2006

I MSG Season Norton working as an analyst at the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office. My mission is to bring those still unaccounted for home. I am interested in contact from anyone who was a member of the graves registration team out of Chu Lai around January and September 1968 and January 1969. I am specifically looking for anyone with knowledge of a UH-1C crash that involved 4 service members on 9 January 1968. Any information you have could be helpful. If sending a response, please put "Graves Registration Team, 1968" in the subject line. email to season.norton@NOSPAMosd.mil(please remove the "NOSPAM" prior to sending) Thank you for your time and service.
MSG Season Norton
Season.norton@osd.mil
October 17, 2006

Spc 5 Brown with the 723 maint bn Duc Pho from Sept 1969-March 1969. Sgt. East, Captain Taylor from Texas, Spc 5 Smithe, Sesinger Brothers Spc4 Carr, (Crazy Luiee) Donald Philips, Spc5 Albrigh, Lt. Kemler (Kiddy Kemler). Just some of the names I recall.
B. Brown
bbrown@zitomedia.net
October 16, 2006

Just had a visit from CPT Seketa (My S-4 Officer with HHC 1/20 Inf, Viet Nam-1967-1968). I have Mutiple Myeloma and confined to a wheel chair and it was great to visit with some one that I served under in Viet Nam.
Austin Wilcox
irishladdie35@verizon.net
October 16, 2006

It's been a long time since I posted to the Guest Book so I need to update my e-mail address since it has changed. I was with the Commo Platoon as an 05C40 RTT Teamchief in HHC of the 198th LIB at LZ BAyonet, and for several months I was TDY with the 523rd Signal BN in the Americal MARS station AB8AAD. I have some pictures and names for those interested.
Stephen G. Monroe (Steve)
HHC 198th LIB Americal Div.
sgmonroe@frontiernet.net
October 15, 2006

Sp5 Tim Wood - Houston, Texas. Hq Co Americal Division; 1969-70
Timothy Wood
Timothy.Wood@cfisd.net
281-463-5827, 5800
281-463-5800
October 9, 2006

Looking for anyone on LZProfessional 67/68 in c btry 1/14 artillery. Remembering being hit real bad before going to FAT CITY . Anyone remember me?
DICK BURSLEY
bursley36@peoplepc.com
September 28, 2006

B Co., 23rd S & T, looking for some one who remembers the movie stagecoach played at sams place where are you SNAPPER ,PRATHER TOM HICKS RICKIE GUILLOT
Rickie Guillot
ambush1946@earthlink.net
September 26, 2006

Hi my name is Julie Gauld. I am the daughter of Army Sgt Bob Mussin. My father went to his basic traning in fort benning Ga, his tour of service began on jan 21, 1970. his length of service was 1 year. he was in the 11th light infantry brigade. he was born on jan 06 1945. he was from detroit michigan. he was killed on april 15th 1970. in Quang Ngai south vietnam on hostile ground. he was my father I never had the chance to know him. my mom and him were suppose to be married when he got back from the war. but he never made it back. I have tried so many different sites. I want to know what kind of person he was.
My mom still cant talk about him. my mom and my father werent married so they kept me the "Secret" until he got back. not even their parents knew of me. I am the only daughter of a vietnam hero my fathers parents never got the chance to know me my grandma on my moms side knew me. but didn’t know who my father was. when my mom finally told me about my father a few years ago. that the man I grew up with was my step father it was a shock to me, so since then I have been trying to find anybody who knew the man my father?
My mom did tell me that the days grew into weeks the weeks became months then the months to years she said it began so hard to remember my father because it hurt so bad. she keeps the memory of my father deep in her heart I was 6 months old when he died. I know a simple question like did he talk about me his daughter ? I often wonder what was he like ? what did he talk about ?. I hope somebody can help me learn of my father. this is what I wish he could said to me. he did hold me my mom said he dressed me. well im just dragging this on and on. if anybody wants to email me my email address is oneswiftgal@msn.com and oneswiftgal@yahoo.com
I would love to hear from you. welcome home my heros and those who didn’t you will never be forgotten.
Julie Gauld
oneswiftgal@msn.com
September 25, 2006

I was stationed at Fort Hood 66-68 2/41st mech/ Infantry and 5/46 Infantry. Went with the 5/46 Infantry from Fort Hood to Chu Lai, Vietnam. Looking for friends from either units, especially the mess section of the 5/46 198 birgade Americal Division.
C.T. Chanez
giggy@zianet.com
September 22, 2006

My uncle Neil Tennyson was in the 164th division and really would like to hear from anyone with memories to share. Unfortunately Uncle Neil is at age 92 living in an assisted care home but still has all his faculties. The joy of his life is reminiscing on the war.. If you could share anything you might remember of those days with us we would appreciate it, especially if you remember him by his nick name (Slug). I would love to be able to tell Neil you remembered him. Thanks you so much.
Sue Tennyson Woodworth
woodynsue@msn.com
September 17, 2006

IT IS HEAVY HEART THAT I LET EVERYONE KNOW, THAT THE MEDIC THAT SAVED MY LIFE IN VIETNAM ON JULY 8, 1970 HAS LEFT THIS WORLD ON JULY 12 2006. HE WILL TRULEY BE MISSED.
SGT MAC
sgtmac@cox.net
September 12, 2006

It is my sad duty to announce that Donald Byrd Taulbee,medivac crew chief, 68- 69,54th medivac,out of Chu Lai,died Sep 10.
Unknown Sender
rwill62@sbcglobal.net
September 11, 2006

This will be the second attempt to try and contact anyone who may have served with my late uncle, 2 Lt. Clarence L. Bonderud. Clarence was from Carrington, North Dakota and was in the National Guard there when men of his company were called to active service in 1941. Clarence was with F-Company,164th infantry regiment and went to Camp Clairborne, LA and then eventually to New Caledonia and then Guadalcanal. After attending Officers Candidate School on Noumae, my uncle was assigned to K-Company. Clarence was killed by a direct bomb hit to his tent on Jan 15, 1943. Please, anyone who might have known Clarence, feel free to contact me and tell me how you met him and what you remember.
Unknown Sender
Catherinelwalker@hotmail.com
September 9, 2006

I am looking for someone who served with a family member in vietnam.. capt. inf. charles david rogers 174th aviation co. 14th aviation battalion apo 96374, killed in action march 11, 1969, near kontum?
Unknown Sender
daveoneppo@yahoo
September 9, 2006

I'm Bob Kapp looking for anyone I served with.I was in C 5/46 198th from 3/68 to 6/68 on LZ Chippewa and with C 4/21 11th inf 6/68 to 2/69.
Bob Kapp
bobkapp3@aol.com
September 5, 2006

SPEC 4 Wayne LeClear, Finance office in Chu Lai, HHC Americal, March 1971, moved with the finance office (in charge of Officer's records) to DaNang, HHC 196th INF BRD, April 1971-Jan 1972 (very late in this war). Two hurricaines and an office full of dysentary. Anyone out there? LECL70@hotmail.com (REMFs have feelings (and memories) too!)
Wayne LeClear
lecl70@hotmail.com
September 2, 2006

I am looking for anyone who may have served in the 2nd/46th Infantry in ’68. I am helping a veteran find other people from his unit. The vet I am representing is Richard Sybert. I have not been able to find any information about his unit. He gave me his DD214 and asked if I could help him locate any information. If you can help in any way please e-mail me.
Unknown Sender
TB19772003@yahoo.com
4055205028
6451 N Peniel
OKC, OK 73132
August 31, 2006

Anyone at the motorpool B co. 723 rd maint. Bn. from Aug. 1968 to Aug. 1969. I've got a few pictures of us riding on a truck tube pulled by a jeep thru the mud. And we had some good barbecue's there. Anybody remember After Birth. Tom McCauley was looking for Sp-4 Carr, well I remember him, but he did'nt answer my e-mail.
Sp-5 Don Bradley
donwmolds@gmail.com
August 31, 2006

I am trying to locate Roger Dale Blair that I served in Vietnam with in B Btry 3/16 th Arty in 67/68.
Unknown Sender
cedareagle@peoplepc.com
August 30, 2006

I was with the 335th Trans co(ds) in Chu Lai and i am looking for guys who were there from Feb 68-April 70. I have located five other guys already. John Burling, Roger Takett, Harold Cagle, Steve Hanken, Alan Brinkley. I am also looking for a guy we called Mooch. please contact me.
Lee Bowman
ukwildcat50@aol.com
August 30, 2006

Is there anyone who remembers my late father who deployed with the Americal Div. in 1942. I have his diary of the convoy to Australia. His name was Lt.Charles F.(Chick or Charlie) McCann, a dentist who served with the "Peep Patrol;"Dad was from R.I. , played for Providence College football,Graduated from Harvard Dental , was married to Betty Donovan of Brookline,Ma. finished his military career was Col. McCann ? Please contact me James G. McCann,a veteran of RVN and the 82nd Abn. Div at jmccann@north-attleboro.ma.us or call at 508 333 8479 thanks guys-- God love you for what you all did for us.
James G. McCann
jmccann@north-attleboro.ma.us
August 30, 2006

I am looking for anyone who knew a close friend of my family, Staff Sergeant Jack Downey (John Francis Downey from Flushing, NY), who was killed on September 18, 1968 in a fight at Go Tro Hamlet in Quang NgaiProvince. He was part of D Company, 1/20th Infantry. Here's a cloudy photo of him (http://www.deltacompany.org/memorial/downey.php - HE'S ON THE FAR RIGHT). Thank you very much.
Tom Alterson
J. P. Morgan Futures Inc.
270 Park Avenue, Floor 6 | New York, NY 10017
Tel: 212.834.4663 Fax: 917.464.7005
thomas.p.alterson@jpmorgan.com
August 29, 2006

Co. D, 2/1st Inf., 196th LIB
Kerry Cooper
coop196@bellsouth.net
August 28, 2006

Today is my nephew Cpl Steve Blaskovich Jr Birthday. I am posted this in memory of Steve one of your brothers in arms. I hope you can help me keep his beautiful memory alive. No matter how many years go by Steve you are forever in my mind, and my heart and I will not let you be forgotten. My website is a place for other brothers in arms to visit and sign the guest book for you and to put a face with the name on the wall. I love and miss you beyond words. I also want to thank all of Steve's brothers in arms for what each has given for our freedom. No words can express the closeness I feel for all of you and your all in my prayers each day. I'd be honored to have you stop by my site in Honor of one of your own and sign the Guest book on the site. Happy Birthday Steve, your in my every thought today. Steve was like my brother as we was only 3 years apart in age and grew up together. I'm his Aunt but love him like a brother. Steve was with the 196th Light Infantry K.I.A 6-8-70 Hiep Duc. My website in honor of Steve is http://cplsteveblaskovichjr.homestead.com/SteveBlaskovichJr.html
AUNT BETTY
Photoboop@cs.com
August 27, 2006

I am trying to locate all former members of CO B, 1st bn, 35th inf, 3rd bde, 25th inf div, that served in pleiku, viet nam. please contact marshall jackson at 803-286-0116.
Alonzo Jones
jones25_1cav@highland.net
August 25, 2006

My name is Larry Harper. I was a grunt with C 2-1-196 from July, 1969 thru July, 1970. We now have a web site that I would like to have linked to your site: charliegrunts.com. My contact information is Larry Harper, 269 E. Santa Fe, Walsh, CO 81090, 719-324-5737.
Larry Harper
lharper@rural-com.com
August 16, 2006

I JUST READ JOHNNY CALDWELLS ENTRY AND HE IS ABSOLUTELY CORRECT, BRANSON IS A GREAT PLACE TO HAVE A REUNION, BUT HILL 411 STAYED AT THE RADISSON, NOT THE REGENCY.
GARY YOUNG D-3-1 JAN-DEC 1970
gmy2257@yahoo.com
August 16, 2006

Greetings to all of 164th ,Company L, out of North Dakota who served in Guadalcanal and Solomon Islands. My dad served from 1941-1945 but died of polio in 1948 when I was 2 years old. My mother recently passed away and left these medals."Your father never talked much about the war". I am looking for any details of the Purple Heart ( 121507 GO# 27 ) awarded on 3/24/1943 for action in North Solomon Islands.
I have met with Conrad Kamisch from Hillesboro, ND. He was a buddy but was in a hospital and separated from dad after the action on Guadalcanal 10-12/ 1942. Other names listed on pictures are James R McGunn, Fred W Hales, Lyle R. Rolfe, Lyle O Johnson and Ralph A Hempel. Thank you for this site and any information.
Lyle C MacIver,
lrmaciver@charter.net
August 15, 2006

I am re-listing my info account I have changed servers and now have a new e-mail address. I served with Co. A 5/46th 198th LIB from 6/68 till 4/69. I am still looking to make contact with members of 1st Platoon. I have a lot of photos to share. Example Sergeant Gregory Sikora, "Joe" Joseph Salopek, "Mike" Michael Richardson, Alen Casazza, "Lee" Hamilton Harra, Chuck Solcum, Paul Sprouse, Bud McFarland, Joe Green, Jack Vator, Randy Clark, Sergeant "Mike" Michael Bastian and RTO's Jesse and Sid are just a few of the men I served with and I have pictures of. If any of you see this let me hear from you. I know Lee Harra and Mike Bastian were KIA but I keep hoping a member of their family will find this while doing a name search.
L.D. LOFTIS (SGT.)
mrlotto@earthlink.net
107 Maple St.
Commerce, TX. 75428
August 15, 2006

My name is Kevin Mengis. I served with E Co., 3/1, 11th LIB. I was at Duc Pho from Dec. '67 to April '68. I spent 14 months of training at Schofield Barracks in Hawaii with the greatest bunch of guys you could ever get together in one platoon. I remember we had a pretty good football team there for awhile. We shipped out in December of '67 on the SS William Weigel but I got separated from our unit a few days after we landed. I would like anyone who was in our platoon to contact me at mengis@aol.com or by phone at 503-667-2073. Thanks
Kevin Mengis
mengis@aol.com
August 13, 2006

Tommy F Acosta, Ft Worth, TX. I'm just checking in. Was with Alpha-1/20th-11th LIB. ChuLai,Bronco,Cork, Ross,Ryder,Liz,Dottie,Dragon,Thunder,&Charlie Brown. Big action Sep '68, Ha Thang. Peace & Blessings, Tommy-grunt
Tommy Acosta
tacosta1968@sbcglobal.net
August 9, 2006

I read in the paper that it was 61 years ago that the big bomb was dropped on Japan. Where have the years gone? The 246 FA was on Cebu at the time and we did not know that this was the beginning of the end. We were soon to go home !!!!!! Any of old gang out there remember the celebration?
The Rev. Wm T. Elliott Chaplain of the Alumni Association
246 FA Americal Division
ELLIOTTWT@aol.com
August 9, 2006

I served in the 14th Combat Aviation Battalion Security Platton from 1966-68. My name is James Olney. I am looking for any other soldiers that served there with me and remember me.
James Olneyr
Luckilana2@aol.com
August 8, 2006

Howdy, this is a great site. Jim (Mac) McDowell: I saw you were looking for me. Sorry this is 8 years late. Hope you're still around.
Jimmie Johnson (LT); Co A 4/31/196
Jimmie.Johnson@tigta.treas.gov
August 1, 2006

January 1968-december 1968 173rd Airborne Brigade. Anyone who served in that period please reply. Thank you.
Frank L. Coates
Boxcar 1971 @ aol.com
July 31, 2006

My name is Paul Amason D 4th 3rd 67-68. Need to get the word out to get more people to come to the reunion in D.C. this year . We have 24 names that are coming need to find a few more of you. If you know any of the brothers that were with us in Hawaii and went to nam on uss gordon tell them to call me are e-mail me for info to the reunion . .281-337-4604 OR TAKY1@AOL.COM
Paul Amason; D/4/3
taky1@aol.com
July 30, 2006

I am in search of any 91st Evacuation Hospital personnel. I served with the 91st in Chu Lai from March, 1970 to April, 1971. My name is Jim Souza(aka: Boy Named Sue) If you wish, you can contact me at geminidad49@yahoo.com
Jim Souza; 91st Evac. Hosp.
geminidad49@yahoo.com
July 30, 2006

Saw your site a while back. Changed to new server so I have a new address.
Ray Gantz; D Btry FDC, 6/11th Arty, FSB 411
rgantz@suscom.net
July 27, 2006

Just returned from 4 days in the Ozarks for an Army Reunion of 3/1 11th LIB [Hill 411}. Had 32 guys from Delta company. Branson is a military friendly place and so is the Regency Hotel with hundreds of pictures on their walls. I highly recommend reunions and if your unit does not have reunions then you are welcome to ours. Any military any time. All My Hopes.
Johnny Caldwell; 3/1st Inf.
JungleW@Ticnet
Webmaster D 3/1 11th LIB Americal
http://www.zyworld.com/lobo6869/home
July 24, 2006

Our third reunion for Echo Company, 1/46th INF, 198th and 196th LIB is scheduled for April 26th thru 29th, 2007, and is being held in Nashville TN. This is for anyone who served with Echo Company 1/46th, first arriving in Viet Nam with the 198th LIB and later becoming assigned to the 196th LIB. We are looking for anyone who served with us, and we are hoping to find as many as possible to attend. For more information please contact me at 231.876.0468 or e-mail me at pgildner@sbcglobal.net . If you were with Echo 1/46th please contact me, I have lots of information to share with you.
Paul Gildner; Co. E, 1/46th Inf.
pgildner@sbcglobal.net
July 20, 2006

I work for the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office. I am searching for anyone who may have knowledge of a specific event involving captured documents from a NVA soldier that took place May 1970. The capturing unit is likely to be C Company, 5th Battalion, 46th Infantry, 198th Infantry Brigade. If anyone remembers this incident, please contact me. Please have the subject line reflect "May 1970, Sparks". Thank you for your time and service.
MSG Fowler
season.fowler@osd.mil
July 17, 2006

There is a reunion scheduled for all who served with H-Troop 17th Armored Cavalry 198th LIB Americal Division from ' 67 to ' 71. It is being held at the Ocean Plaza Beach Resort on Tybee Island, Georgia. It is about 13 miles from the beautiful city of Savannah, Ga. The reunion dates are October 6 thru 9, 2006. This will be the forth reunion in as many years; they keep getting better and better. We have had more Troopers attending from all the different years along with wives, girlfriends, loved ones and other family members. All are encouraged to attend for as many days as possible. For more information please contact me at (516) 466-6316 or by e-mail. Please list subject as H-Trp or Cav Reunion so I will know it's not junk mail. Thanks to all of the dedicated people who set up and monitor this site.
Paul (Lefty) Lefkowitz; H-Trp 17th Cav. 1st Platoon, Hellcat 1/4, 7/67 - 7/68
Plefky@optonline.net
July 16, 2006

LZs Young, Ryder, Arty hill Chu Lay. 1968-1970
Ronald Fisk: C Battery 1/14 Arty and 3/16 Arty
rtf@tireworldinc.com
July 16, 2006

A reminder to all 1st and 3rd Btn, 82nd FA veterans of the web site dedicated to our Regiment. Some 300 plus photos covering the 1st and 3rd Battalions in Nam have been added and we will add any that are sent to us. Also check the rosters for the names of any of your friends and comrades. Visit us at www.lzhurricane.com
Ron Griffin; A/1-82 FA
rgriffin@new.rr.com
July 15, 2006

My grandfather was in the Americal division during the end of WWII. How should I go about locating his military records? I tried a few years ago and was told that the records were destroyed in a fire in the 70’s. Is all hope lost? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Tim Young
timothy.young@duke.edu
July 11, 2006

LOOKING FOR A GROUP PHOTO OF RECON TAKEN IN DUC PHO IN LATE 1968 OR EARLY 1969.
CHUCK GOODRICH; E. Co 1/20th 11 th LIB 1968-1969
CGOODRICH@EMERALDMORTGAGE.BIZ
July 11, 2006

Looking for a sewing kit that was issued dureing the mid 60s, if anyone has one and would like to sell Please contact me. I am looking for it to complete a military display for Viet Nam Veterans of America Chapter458. Their web page http://www.vvachapter458.org we use this display to go around to the different schools and educate them on the VietNam War and Basic training and AIT training. Thanks to all Veterans and WELCOME HOME
John C. Sedovic; HHC 3/1 Americal
sanyo1@mindspring.com
July 9, 2006

I am posting this to inform anyone interested that d/4/3 is having their 4th reunion in Sept. @ the wall. The information for it is located on the ADVA reunion link. there are 251 names on the wall of men who gave all,52 with Delta Co... That 52 does not include the medics who were assigned to HHC but served with us. I understand that cost, time of yr. & other factors may stop many from being able to attend but I hope that more the 25 names that were submitted to John Gonzalez will be able to make it. If it comes down to room that might hold you back, I'll take the bathtub. Hope to see many more the our other reunions. Welcome Home.
Bruce Flaherty; D Co. 4/3rd 11th LIB
bflahe617@aol.com
July 9, 2006

I was with B Co, 4/31st, 196th LIB. West was the Battalion HQ. When I arrived in country June 1969, the Brigade HQ was in process of moving from LZ Baldy to Hawk Hill. LZ Siberia was our other Battalion firebase. We had primary responsibility of protecting Heip Duc, "the model pacification center in South Viet Nam", from the NVA. We also were taking more AO from the Marines who had found out they were to be one of the first units pulled out by Nixon. Lost a lot of good buddies.
Bob Hammond
catv@fairburn.com
July 3, 2006

I was wounded by scrapnel in the hand on Hill 54 in Feb 68 but was not bad enough to be hospiatalized. Was wounded again on August 23 68 aat Thien Phouc Special Forces Camp. Was transferred to 1/82nd arty after release from hospital. Would like to talk to anyone that was at Thien phouc at time of attack. Would like to know how many casualties we suffered in NVA attack.
Omer Bowman; B Btry 3/16th Arty, November 67 to August 68
cedareagle@peoplepc.com
July 8, 2006

I am Tommy F Acosta from Ft Worth, TX, was with Alpha-1/20th-11th LIB '68-'69. It is with great saddness to say good-bye to a friend to all of Alpha, Bill Adams. He was my CO in '68. He also served with Recon. We will miss him. Peace, Tommy-grunt.
Tommy Acosta; Co. A, 1/20th Inf.
tacosta1968@sbcglobal.net
July 7, 2006

This is the new link for 26th Combat Engineers Reunion Page http://groups.yahoo.com/group/26th/
Donald Gordon; Bravo Company - 26th Combat Engineers
550 8th Ave S
Clinton, IA 52732
563-242-4061
July 5, 2006

If anyone in my unit can respond and feel like contact with me please e-mail me. Pee Wee, Roberto Delacruzl, Joe P. Larry Crandell, Red, Tex, Chester (from Texas) and of course Veech, Janus, Bill Canup,if you were at the reuion which i could not attend I would like to hear from you. I think we all owe Pee Wee (Mike Conway) A REMEMBERANCE But I would still like to hear from you all.
Doug Rebman; Co. D, 4/21st Inf., 11th LIB
cswansboro@ec.rr.com
July 3, 2006

I was with B Co. 4/31st in 1969. We got hammered in August trying the keep the 3d NVA regiment from overrunning Heip Duc. To Paul Gildner, I have some links to KIA lists if you are still interested. I was a "shake and bake" NCO. Any others out there, we are having a reunion in 2007 at FT Benning. NCOC:NCOC Locator is the site for more info. w3.ime.net/~ncocloca/NCOC-1~1.HTM
Bob Hammond; Co. B, 4/31st Inf.
rwhammond@fairburn.com
July 3, 2006

Am looking for any information on B/3/16 FA 1967-1968.
Anthony L. Barnhill; Btry. B, 3/16th Arty.
108 Sycamore Rd
Gurley, AL 35748
tony@theautoist.com
July 3, 2006

Crazy John are you out there? I do not recall your last name. We both served with the 196th LIB, 4th/31st, Charlie Company, 3rd Plt., 3rd Sqd. I was in-country Jun 70 till Apr 71. You came in-country maybe a few weeks after me. If I remember right you're from Texas but not positive. When you hooked up with the platoon and squad you lost quite a bit of money your first few days out in the bush playing blackjack. The guy you lost the money to was Jesse Whittingham who humped the pig. Yourself you carried the M16 and walked point many a times. Myself I carried the M79 and would walk slack for you and for Harvey and Ron. I have made contact with Harvey Van Hoven, Ron Heimerel, Berry Everett (Plt. Sgt.), Henry Mann, and a few others from our unit who were short timers when we had hooked up. I rotated out of the unit on Christmas Eve 1970 to a rear job at Hawk Hill. Attended a reunion up in San Francisco a couple of years ago. About 20 guys showed up. Most of the guys who were at the reunion were short timers or had already rotated out of the unit when we had hooked up. Barry made it to this reunion. I'm getting ready to go to another reunion in Gettysburg this coming Sept 21st thru 24th, with the unit again. Harvey is going to try to make it and hopefully Barry too. Hooked up with Harvey and his wife in Washington, DC last year for a few days. If by chance you see this John and put the info together please make contact with me. Have thought of you thru out the years.
Greg O'Neil; 196th LIB, 4th/31st
goneil90804 "at" yahoo.com
1337 Termino Ave., Long Beach, CA 90804
July 2, 2006

Served with 1st Platoon "A" Co. 5/46 198th LIB from 6/68 till 4/69. I have made contact with Paul Sprouse and Bud McFarland from the old platoon and I am looking to find anyone else I can. I have several photo's to share and but have not been able to identify all the faces. I do have photo's of Jack Vator, Randy Clark, Joe Green, Sgt. Hale, Sgt. De Maroney, Sgt. Sikora, Mike Richardson, Joe Solepeck, Chuck Solcum, PJ, Wade, Jesse, and Sid for example but many more also. Photo's off of and on LZ Bowman, LZ Gator, LZ Dottie, and LZ Chippewa. If any of you guys see this let me hear from you.
L.D. LOFTIS; "A" CO. 5/46 198th LIB 6/68 till 4/69
ld@koyote.com
107 Maple St.
Commerce, TX. 75428
Phone 903-886-7868
July 1, 2006

Just wanted everyone to know there is still some Americal Guys working - Phoenix, Michael S USA CSM USA ASG-KU – Garrison CSM Camp Afjan ( Americal 196th 70-71 ) CSM Royce.davis1@us.army .mil (Americal Div 23rd Mp Co 69-70) Camp Navistar CSM
CSM Royce Davis; 23rd MP Co.
Royce.davis@us.army.mil
July 1, 2006

Looking for any "RED BARON" aerial observers who might still be kicking.
Clark Seawright; Red Baron 39- July 71 til shutdown
seawright44@yahoo.com
601-479-9071
June 28, 2006

My husband was a wonderful man who enlisted to serve his country in the Nam era He came home to be a wonderful asset to his family. In April of 05 he was diagnosed with prostate cancer from Agent Orange that had spread throughout his whole body and bones he lost his battle in August of 05. He was a Marine 4th battalion 3rd marine His name was David Kirby Metz The 3rd to his comrades he was known as DK. I was able to get him a Silver Rose medal Not the Purple Heart that I think he deserved. I was just wondering if there was a memorial for men such as my husband to show that he served and DIED for his country even if it was years later. His loving wife,
Sophia Metz
sophie_metz@yahoo.com
June 23, 2006

I was a field medic in 1970-1 with the 3rd platoon in B Company, 3/21st battallian, 196th LIB and had several guys in my unit wounded in a way that made me think that they probably lost their legs at or above the knee. I was at Walter Reed Hospital's orthotics/prosthetics lab this week to have orthotics made to deal with a running injury. Many of the other patients were amputees wounded in Iraq or Afganistan. Although tragic to see these consequences,I was nonetheless struck by the phenomenal technological progress which has been made in the functionality of artificial legs. It seems to me that we still have a ways to come on the dexterity of artifical hands, but the mobility of the new artifical legs is nothing short of amazing. The day after a run I hobble a bit when walking. These guys were walking with a more normal gait than I. Seen from just the waist up one would not know they have artifical limbs. For walking the artifical legs use a ball and socket type joint. I've seen other technology used for running where the ankle is not replaced with a joint, but rather a solid metal piece generally at the angle of a foot landing when running. The angle of the metal returns the energy up into the leg. There have been guys run the 100 meters in like 11 seconds with these legs, which is a decent time for a high school track meet. Had I been seriously wounded in Viet Nam and told I would lose a leg but survive, but an operation might save my leg but carry a 30% risk of death, I would have said get me the operation. These new technologies would siginificantly alter that calculation. I was also struck by the positive morale of these guys. Maybe that's partly a function of an all voluteer force vs draftees like me. Frankly my experience in Viet Nam made me hate, and there is no other way to put it, the Army. Even as a volunteer though, I would still be incensed if I thought I was injured because the government had not been willing to spend the money to armour a vehicle damaged by an IED injuring me. Nonetheless, my overriding impression was that at it was good to see how much mobility is being restored by the current artificial leg technology.
Dave Crawford; Co. B, 3/21st Inf.
Crawford.Dave@epamail.epa.gov
June 23, 2006

I’m helping a Viet Nam veteran of the 1st/6th 198 Light Infantry Brigade. His name is Larry English and he was in country ’68-’69. I realize this is a long shot but does anyone remember Larry?
Mike Murdock
Henderson County Veterans Service Officer
828-697-4817
fax 828-698-6158
mmurdock@hendersoncountync.org
June 22, 2006

My name is JOHN CORTE I served in CHU-LAI in 67&68 , 198th headquarters. I worked the helicopter pad sending ammo and all other supplies to a/b/c/d gun batteries. LOOKING for JOE MARICE or any one else that was associated with the gun batteries or the 198th stationed on the NORTH END OF HIGHWAY 1. After 30 years I have realized that I need that part of my past life. AT THIS TIME I WILL ACCEPT AND BE GRATEFUL FOR ANY INFORMATION. Thank you for this web site. PHONE 623/848/1970 work. I live in pnx,az. Was drafted from cleveland. thank you.
John Corte; 198th LIB HQ
glendalerepair@msn.com
June 21, 2006

I served with the 6th Bn/56th Arty ADA hawk missile Bn, assigned to A Btry. Just checking in and checking things out. Always looking for guy's that I served with, but my memory does not serve me well. I remember their faces but not there names, I will never forget their faces, never. Anyone out there who served with this unit, please contact me. WELCOME HOME to all.
Philip L Richards
A Btry/6th Bn/56th Arty ADA Hawk missile
singtao99@msn.com

Checking in, hoping all Sharks and Dolphins and all Americal soldiers well at this time. Funny how the news Haditha brings up the past (My Lai). Fire For Effect.
Larry K. Kamai; 174th AHC, Americal
larrykamai@hawaii.rr.com
June 16, 2006

Would like to find anyone who I serviced with Dec69 to April 71 I am trying to find out who the Company Commder was and the Pltoon Ltr for 3rd Platoon when I left the Unit it was still at Doc Fo unit had just returned from up north during Operation Lom Sum. If anyone can help it would help. I can also be reach at 1-785-449-2490.
Thanks Broes.
Walter D. Wadsworth; Co C 26th Engr Bn
walter19512001@yahoo.com
June 14, 2006

Looking for anyone that knew my father, LT, Jerry Josey from SC.
S. J. Meetze for LT Jerry Josey; C 4/31 196th 1968-1969
smeetzeatgwm.sc.edu
June 13, 2006

I HAVE A GREAT FRIEND, RAY CAMPLIN WHO WAS IN THE AMERICAL 70,71. RAY WAS IN 3/21 OF THE 196 LIB. RAY WAS IN THE LAST PATROL AND SAYS HE '' TURNED THE LIGHTS OUT''. IF ANYONE OUT THERE REMEMBERS RAY PLEASE LET ME KNOW. HE WAS FROM CHICAGO AND NOW LIVES JUST OUTSIDE OF THE CITY. I'M TRYING TO GET HIM TO JOIN THE ASSOCIATION. I KNOW HE WANTS TO TALK!
Dave Twombly
cebu1945@yahoo.com
June 12, 2006

I was with E Co 723rd Maint. Bn. Allied shops At Chu lai From oct 68 to Jan 70 Had a lot of friends @ chu lai & I thought it would be nice to hear from any of them.
Eric L. Van Benthusen (Van) Sp/5; Co. E, 723rd Maint. Bn.
1951 Webbwood, Webb City, Mo
417-673-7529
ericvanbenthusen@joplin.com
June 12, 2006

Hello to all ADVA members: The Gimlet Association 21st Infantry just finished mailing out the May Memorial Day 2006 edition of "The Gimlet." We mailed over three hundred copies to Gimlets, past and present, as well as surviving family members throughout the country and world. Many 3rd and 4th Battalion 21st Infantry (Gimlet) veterans received their personal copy and we are still receiving request from others for a personal copy.
The association hopes to double its membership and double the number of newsletters to former and present 21st Infantry (Gimlet) veterans by this time next year. Both 3rd and 4th Battalions 21st Infantry (Gimlet) were assigned to the Americal at one time or the other during the Vietnam War, and Gimlets of Task Force Gimlet were the last ground troops to stand down in Aug 1972. To all of the Gimlets who fought in Vietnam and all other wars a job well done and all are remembered for their service and sacrifice: Hooah!
The Gimlet Association 21st Infantry has been invited to take part in Fourth of July celebrations and parade on Tuesday 4 July 2006. Any Gimlets in the area are welcome to participate with the association, just contact the association before 25 June 2006, so we have good number to report to the parade coordinator on the 26th.
I am aware that the ADVA is holding its reunion in OR during that time frame. God speed and good luck to all who plan to attend the reunion.
As always: Bore Brother Bore!
R. Mitch Mitchell, President
Gimlet Association 21st Infantry
Association Headquarters
PO Box 661977
Sacramento, CA 95866-1977
gimletmail21@yahoo.com
June 9, 2006

My good friend 1LT Rick Repole from Connecticut, graduated from the Citadel in 1969. He and I were roommates at the Infantry School (IOBC), Airborne School, and at the 82d Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, from June 1969 - June 1970. We were sent to Vietnam together on 15 June 1970. Nearly 36 years ago today. I served with the 1/46 Inf, 196 LIB in Quang Tin Province as a recon platoon leader and rifle company commander. Rick went to a different battalion in the Americal. I learned 30 days, later that Rick was already KIA. The Wall lists him as killed 7 July 1970 in Quang Ngai Province. I never learned the circumstances of his death, nor his battalion. If anyone has any additional information, please contact me.
Tom Schmitz; 1/46th Infantry
TSchmitz@USE.SALVATIONARMY.ORG
June 8, 2006

I’ve been a member of the ADVA for over 25 years. I have never felt the need post anything until now. I just finished reading an article in the Spring Newsletter. Let me start by saying I have the deepest respect for all WWII veterans. So, when started the article on the Americal WWII Museum it struck me curious. I had read about the Museum for years, and recall the leadership requesting Vietnam Vets send items for display. We were urged to get involved and keep the memory of the Division alive. I had never heard it referred to as the WWII Museum.
The article was written by Dave Taylor, Editor-In Chief & WWII Historian. It talks about the need to modernize the Museum. While going through a list of problems, I was struck by #6 which reads “Americal Vietnam materials on display distract from the focus of World War II and take up valuable space for expanding the WWII collection. Further along in the article we are advised that by August 30th, 2006, “all Vietnam-era materials will be sent to Texas Tech’s Vietnam Archives.”
I know some may say I am over reacting, but the stated purpose of the ADVA is ……a Living Memorial to all veterans of the Americal Division ……… and to perpetuate the traditions and history of the Americal . . . . I don’t see how shipping our Vietnam history off to Texas accomplishes that goal. While Texas Tech is doing a great job, I think our items will be a small collection of little significance.
Once again, I feel we should honor our WWII vets. I just think we should be a little more sensitive to all our members. By the way, the article ends by advising of a fall fund-raising for the museum. It asks all WWII vets, families and Vietnam vets to consider a generous donation to this worthy cause. I think it is a worthy cause, I just wish they could find a way to include everyone.
Randall Hummel; C&D Co. 4/31 196th LIB
rhummel@springfield_township.org
June 8, 2006

We would like to thank all the guys that came to us as greatly needed Replacements from the 196th that helped fill our empty slots after Operation Attleboro in 1966 as well as all those that fought from the Americal during the War.

Norman "Butch" Petit
1st Bn 5th Infantry Regiment 25th ID
nam66tunnelrat25th@charter.net
www.1-5th-m-25th-inf-1966.com
June 7, 2006

On this date June 6th we remember D Day I remember watching a movie in the jungle on Bougainville on this date and they stopped the movie to announce that the Allies had landed at Normandy. Someone said that it was about time they got in the war and the movie continued. What I did not know was that my brother hit that beach on D Day. Our turn came with the Cebu landing.

William Elliott
246 FA Hq Brty
ELLIOTTWT@aol.com
June 6, 2006

Is there anyone out ther that was on San Juan Hill or 4/3 Infantry or 6/11 arty from 4/69 to 11/70? Really like to hear from LT. Frank Manning or David McCoy. Frank was from Florida and David was from Golden Colorado. I was the FDC Chief For the 105 Split trails and the m102's that came later.

Cliff Misemer
4/3rd Inf. & 6/11th Arty.
rdrdrbn@hotmail.com
June 3, 2006

Spent lots of time on lz snoopy and lz dottie Would love to hear from anyone who might remember me.

Daniel E Yagerman
1st 82nd Artillery Hq Battery; Chu Lia 70 to 71
danyagerman@earthlink.net
Tamarac Fl 33321
June 2, 2006

Served in D Co., 23d Medical Bn April '70 - March '71 on the division base camp, LZ Bayonet and LZ Bronco (early '71). If you were there, please say hello. JC

John Cochran
Co. D, 23rd Med. Bn.
1601 Green Berry Road, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Tel. 573.634.4304
jhc@socket.net
May 30, 2006

I served in Vietnam Mar. of 69 - Mar. of 70'. I was stationed at Chu Lai in the 123rd Avn Americal Div.. I worked on 0H6's and Hueys. The China Beach was behind us and our barracks were on a hill. I spent some time in A company and D company. I spent a lot of time intoxicated or on drugs, so I can't remember the names of people in my unit. I spent several month driving a duce 1/2. (Garbage Truck detail...) I got 2 DR's and got an article 15. I ended up building a bunker almost by myself I filled a lot of sandbags. I lost a strip too. I spent as much time at the beach as possible.

Wayne Welborn
123rd Avn. Bn.
wgwksw@htc.net.
447 Dianne Ave. Columbia, Il. 62236
May 30, 2006

My brother Jim served with C Co., 1 Btn., 6th Inf. Reg., 198th LIB from 08/08/1970 until his death on 11/21/1970. I'm trying to make contact with anyone who may have served with Jimmy during that time. I would like to find out more about his unit at the time of his death and see if anyone might have some photos from then.

Phil Bowdren
2013 Memphis Street
Philadelphia PA 19125 USA
215-426-2772 / 267-254-2219
phil.bowdren@verizon.net
May 29, 2006

My Name is Keith Eaton, I served with A Troop 4/12 Cav in Northern I Corps 69/70. I am looking for any one who remembers Chuck Beesler, KIA 8-4-69 in QuangNgai Provence with the 11LIB. I am looking for some on who remembers Chuck and the circumstances surrounding his death.

Keith Eaton
Trp. A, 4/12th Cav.
30yankee@yahoo.com.
May 28, 2006

Mark A. Buczko is my name. 23rd. S&T Chu Lai was my unit from January 1970 to March of 1971. The Lord has blessed me with the ability to have forgotten much about that time in Viet Nam, but a few names have never, left my mind. Jimmy R. Scott (California), Frank Bibri & Dunmiere (Pittsburgh, Pa.), Maclaughlin (West Virginia), Paul Wade, Harjo, Capt. House, Ted Pepper, Sgt. Alverez, and a few more that I just can't recall right now. Just wanted to possibly touch base with you brothers after 35 years. Hoping all is well with you.

Mark A. Buczko
23rd S & T
aabuczko@comcast.net
May 26, 2006

With pride and more thanks than can ever be expressed, I want to say to each of you, words can't really express whats in my heart. Not just at Memorial Day, but everyday you should all be honored. In rememberance of my beloved nephew steve Blaskovich jr. K.I.A june 8-70 Nam. I want to say not a day go's by I don't think about you and miss you. You gave your all for all of us. I love and miss you Steve. And to all the vets out there Thanks and know you really are appreciated. Have a nice Memorial Day, you deserve so much more than that. Toledo, Ohio My site in honor of my Beloved nephew steve Blaskovich jr. http://cplsteveblaskovichjr.homestead.com/SteveBlaskovichjr.html

Betty Smith
Toledo, OH
PhotoBoop@cs.com
May 26, 2006

Greetings! Welcome home, brothers. Well done! Larry Irby, E-5, Americal Division communication center at Chu Lai, LZs Baldy and West
Larry Irby larryirby4@comcast.net May 25, 2006

My name is Johnny Caldwell RVN 68-69 and am the Webmaster of D 3/1 11TH LIB website JungleWarriors. http://www.zyworld.com/lobo6869/home.htm I am looking for all Delta's who served between 67-71. Our Battalion 3/1 is having its 17 Reunion in Branson, Mo. this July. Info on our website.

Johnny Caldwell
Co. D, 3/1st Inf.
JungleW@Ticnet.com
May 23, 2006

Victor William James bobbitt,e.co.1/46 inf. 196 lib. Americal. I was in country from mid 1970 to mid 1971. I was on Mary Ann .fsb.young ,and hill 270 outside of DA nang.just signing in.

Victor William James Bobbit
Co. E, 1/46th Inf.
vbobbitt@telus.net
May 22, 2006

Proud to have serviced with the 723rd Maintenance Battalion from July 1969 to July 1970, LZ Baldy and FB HawkHill (Hill29). I also want to thank our gunners who fired over where we slept every night to keep our company and others safe and to the Marines who came in and bailed us out on numerous occasions. THANK YOU! SP5 Ron Kanzig, from Jeromesville, Ohio ronkanzig@aol.com, 2813 Bedfordshire Ct, Raleigh, NC 27609, 919-874-7446, A SPECIAL THANK YOU FOR ALL OF OUR MEN AND WOMEN SERVING OUR COUNTRY......ESPECIALLY MY DAUGHTER - KERI, HER HUSBAND MATT FRANDSEN, SON - DEREK & SONYA OLIVIERI IN THE AIR FORCE AND MY DAUGHTER - KRISTI'S BOYFRIEND, MATT LESTER IN THE MARINE CORP AND HIS BROTHER STEVE LESTER IN THE ARMY.
Ron Kanzig; 723rd Maint. Bn.
ronkanzig@aol.com
May 21, 2006

MY NAME IS KEITH EVETTS. MY TWIN BROTHER AND I SERVED IN VIETNAM TOGETHER FROM 1967/68. WE WERE ASSIGNED TO DELTA BTRY 1/14 ARTY 198TH INF BRIGADE AMERICAL DIVISION. WE STARTED OUR TOUR IN CHU LAI MOVING NORTH TO DA NANG DURING THE FIRST TET OFFENSIVE, WEST TO CAMBODIA AND EVENTUALLY BACK TO CHU LAI. OUR 105 HOWITZER JUMPED TO 12 HILLS IN A LITTLE OVER 7 MONTHS. IT WAS A GRUELING 7 MONTHS. WE WERE IN SUPPORT OF THE 1/6 INFANTRY. I'VE SAID THIS HOPING SOME OF MY BUDDIES MIGHT SEE THIS LETTER. I KNOW ITS A SLIM CHANCE IT WILL HAPPEN. I'M LOOKING FOR LARRY BYERS, WALTER COLLINS, DONALD CARTER, NILES, AND TONY FILING. I HOPE YOU GUYS ARE STILL AROUND. I WOULD LIKE TO END THIS BY THANKING THE AMERICAL WEB SITE FOR YOUR FINE WORK IN CREATING THIS WEB SITE. I FOR ONE GREATLY APPRECIATE IT. THANK YOU AGAIN. YOU CAN CONYACT ME AT
Keith Evetts; Btry. D, 1/14th Arty.
kaevetts47@wmconnect.com
May 19, 2006

SGT ERNIE M MARCUM SERVED69-70 D/1ST/46TH/196TH ON LZ-PRO &MARY ANN D/1ST/46TH/196TH MAY HAVEMARY-ANN SOMEONE CORRECT ME IF I AM WRONG LIKE TO HEAR FROM DOC JOHNSON, RAYFORD COLE DAVE DEFLAVO,
Ernie M. Marcum; Co. D, 1/46th Inf.
lzpro@bellsouth.net
May 17, 2006

I served with B Co 4/31st 196th Lt Inf from Feb 68 till Aug 68. I was a medic with the 2nd plattoon, we generally worked the Que Son Valley, Happy Valley, Song Bi River area and also we were moved up to a large operation around May 3rd to June of 68 in the Auh Shaua Valley. Where probably we metr our heaviest fighting, lost alot of good buddies, but they will always remain with me! I never thought the 196th got the credit they deserved, especially trying to slow down the 2nd NVA Division from working its way thru the Que Son Valley towards the coastal lowlands. But I know all the fighting men with the 196 Lt Inf Bde knew what we accomplished and also what we were up against.
Jeff Doc Baca; B CO, 4/31ST
jeffreybaca@sbcglobal.net
May 15, 2006

My father PFC Melvin W. Murphy served in Troop E 1st Cavalry 11th Infantry Brigade 1968-1969. He also had training at Fort Bragg and Fort Knox in 1968. I am looking for anyone who may have served with him or has any information on this Troop. Please contact me.
Erin Howard
Ehoward1012@yahoo.com
Or by mail: 4044 pepper road, Federalsburg, MD 21632
May 15, 2006

My name is Wayne Meyers and I served in Chu Lai in 69-70. I was a Navy advisor to the 525 Quartermaster Co. We turned over the Bulk Fuel Farm at Chu Lai to the Army. I stayed behind as an advisor for the offshore pipeline. I befriended two 111Bush or 111Delta guys from a light infantry brigade next door to the CB Base (Camp Shields). One was known as "Duke" and the other as "Hawk". I believe they were both from Springfield Mass. I would like to try and find them if possible. I am available at 4 Moxley Rd. Uncasville Ct. 06382 Phone 860 848 0859 or cell 860 989 9137. Thanks
Wayne Meyers; 525 Quartermaster Co.
wmeyers@myeastern.com
May 14, 2006

I am the daughter of Raymond Fredrick "Mac" McGee from Stilwell Oklahoma. He served in the 164th Infantry Americal Division as a 1st Lt from October 1944 to June 1946. He was wounded after being blown out of a fox hole in the Cebu Islands. Stories told from uncles of a hill being named after him after saving his platoon from a machine gun nest. Any information you could share with me would be wonderful. In his memory, from his baby girl,
Milissa Earl
prekteacher63@hotmail.com
May 13, 2006

Attn: Sgt Reber, Pvt. Maurice, Lt. Rapier, Capt. Miehm, Sgt. McGinnis - B Battery 1/82 Arty. Check out LZ Hurricane where you will find yourselves prominently displayed (pics are on page 5) along with a couple of other shots I took.
Hugh Williams; B 1/82 '68-69
williams@kroy.com
May 11, 2006

My name is Donald (Don) Wright and I served with the Americal Division in the South Pacific in WWII. My unit was the 132nd Infantry, a National Guard Regiment from Chicago, Illinois. After being called into Federal Service om March 5, 1941 was sent to Camp Forrest, Tennessee, then Australia, New Caledonia (where the Ameical Division was "born"), Guadalcanal from December 8, 1942 to April 10, 1943. Returned to the U.S. and was assigned to Camp Wolters, Texas, an Infantry Replacement Training Center, until July 14, 1945 discharged on points. Would like to hear from any of my fellow veterans and/or their families. God Bless.
Don Wright; Company H and Hq, 2nd Battalion, 132nd Inf. Regt.
drwright5@cox.net
May 10, 2006

Is there anyone out there that servied with my Dad he was at New Guinea and Luzon , his name was Silvanis Coleman an he is gone now he was A cook on the battle field and he told me many stories of the battles he had and all his buddies that got killed and died in his arms and he would cry and cry almost every night , his company was 1612Th Engineer Forestry Co,we have nothing of him we would like to have a picture Thank you.
Virginia Brown
CUCHI1966@aol.com
May 8, 2006

All from B Co. please respond, with name , date of service, and platoon. Don't just read the posts, be apart of them.
Ray Findley; 1/6 B Co.
rfindley1969@msn.com
May 7, 2006

Welcome home Troopers! My name is Don Schademan"shadie" Anyone remember me? H Troop 17th cav. 1st. platoon, LZ Bayonet, Sheridan tank driver for sgt. Caberro "sp" AO was the peninsula SW of chu lai. Would love to here from any H-Troopers from 17th cav.
Don Schademan; H Troop 17th cav. 1st. platoon
shadieone@aol.com; Toppenish,WA. 98948
May 6, 2006

FINALLY, An Americal Webpaige. Been searching for a long time. Assigned to 174th AHC (Sharks & Dolfins) just after LS719 at Chu Lai until unit deactivated in November. Reassigned to D Troop, 3/5Cav (Black Knights), 9th Inf. at Hue and Phu Bai until DEROS. Returned 9/72 with 201st Avn Co in NhaTrang until 5/73. ETS 9/73, entered USAR 100/442 Inf. Retired in 1993. 1994-2002 PTSD 10%,30%,70%,100%. Did a lot of humping and still going. God Bless and WELCOME HOME.
Larry Kamai; 174th AHC, 14CAB (Americal)
larrykamai@hawaii.rr.com; (808)690-1788
May 4, 2006

My husband, Jack w. Hayden served in Nam March 69 thru March 70, Americal Div., Delta Co., 1/20th, 11th LIB. He was diagnosed in 2005 with renal cell carcinoma. Since VA does not recognize his disease as Agent Orange related, I would like to see that changed. I am try to collect info on the number of Nam vets who have developed this disease. It may be too late to help my husband but could possibly help other vets who have renal cell carcinoma or will develop it later. I would greatly appreciate any info you could provide, even if you know a Nam vet that has this disease or who has died from it. Please contact me at jandphay@bellsouth.net. There is strength in numbers as you guys know. United we stand! Thanks for the courage of everyone who didn't go to Canada. Please help us prove to VA that they are wrong.
Mrs. Jack W. Hayden
jandphay@bellsouth.net
May 3, 2006

I was an 03 in charge of the CI section of the 635th MI Co. I served with the team at Duc Pho (11th LIB) before transferring to Division. I am looking for any members of the CI Section, 635th MI, 5/69-4/70, Chu Lai or Duc Pho.
Jim Thompson; 635th MI Co.
jthom14@comcast.net
April 30, 2006

hello,members of c 1/6 3rd. plt. may thru nov. 1969.if you recgnize my name,let me know how you have fared all this time.I know some of you have no fond memories of me,Ijust want to know how you all have been.take care.
Ricardo Castillo; Co. C, 1/6th Inf., 198th LIB
rickcast@sbcglobal.net
April 29, 2006

my name is Dennis hoggard (hoagie) I was in country oct 68 to oct 69. i was with hhc. 196 lif bdge at lz bayonet. i was also on hill 54, lz baldy, lz stinson and a few others
i cant rember. i was a 94b (cook). i took hot meals out to the guys when they were on the outlying lz's. just looking for anyone who might remember me. a couple of names i can throw around are steve linberger, robert tishner. steve is from ind. and robert was from michigan if anybody knows these guys or me contact me at this
dennis e. hoggard sr.
720 south 29th st. lafayette indiana 47904
thefridayman-@hotmail.com
April 28, 2006

I'm trying to get in contact with anyone that may have served with my cousin. Gerald Wayne Cantrell who was with B Co. 11 LIB. He was killed on April 4 1969. In the province of Quang Ngai. Everyone called him Jerry. I'm also a Vietnam Vet. I served with A Co. 2/18 First Inf Div. from Dec. 1967 to Dec. 1968. Jerry was a grunt just like myself and I'm sure he was liked by all. Thanks for for your time and this web-site.
Ronald Whitt
292 Robin circle -Bristol, Va. 276-669-3327
nam@bvunet.net
April 23, 2006

My name is Gary Brown and I am documenting the service of Staff Sergeant Jack Grindle during WWII for his family. I would like to contact anyone that might have serviced with Jack. He was Squad leader of 2nd Squad, 1st Platoon, 'G' Company, 132 Infantry Regiment, Americal Division. Jack was in the Americal Division from 1942 -1945. He was in combat in Bougainville, Layte, and Cebu. He was wounded on Cebu in 1945. Jack is in good health and now lives in Thousand Palms, Calif. Jack has been my friend for the past 45 years and I am doing this project to preserve Jack's history who is one of the Greatest Generation. If you knew Jack Grindle please contact me at ggtbrown@earthlink.net.
Gary Brown for Staff Sergeant Jack Grindle; Co. G, 132nd Inf. Regt.
ggtbrown@earthlink.net
April 21, 2006

My name is Peter Howard and I served in the original formation of the Americal Division in Chu Lai in the fall of 1967. My unit was the 15th Support Brigade and we came up north from Long Bien which is near Bien Hue. I was dischaged in Nov of 67 with the rank of Spec 5. I hope all of the members of the Americal Div are doing OK.
Peter Howard; 15th Support Brigade
howard9432@msn.com
April 21, 2006

My name is Russ Printy. I served in the 5/46th, 198th bde, HHC, 23rd infantry division in 1970-71. I would like to hear from anyone that remembers serving with me, specifcally, Eber D. Hume, Lynn Felgar, Tommy Bransford, Dave Kromanoff, William Wimberly, Bill Tewell, Scott Birdsall, or anyone that was stationed with me at Firebase Ky Tra, Hill 270, LZ Donna or Chu Lai. Thankyou. My home phone is 217 673 3000. I am home most evenings and stay up late.
Russ Printy; HHC, 5/46th Inf.
tara@sincsurf.net
April 15, 2006

Hi My Name is Doug Bottomley. I Am Looking for anybody that was asigned to the 39th Engineer Battalion Between March and Sept. of 1970.. At L.Z.Snoopy Or L.Z.Dottie
Doug Bottomley
wallawallaman1948@yahoo.com
April 14, 2006

from jim gray d 3/21 and hhc 196 lib. I hear you lima charlie. over
Jim Gray; Co. D, 3/21st Inf.
mrtirejpg@msn.com
April 13, 2006

Hello. My name is Willie N. Charles from S.C. I served in the Americal Division, 55th Artillery Battery from April 1968 - October 1968. If at all possible, please send me the name of all artilleries and infantry units stationed at LZ Baldy from April 1968 - December 1968. I can be reached at
1506 Springhill Rd
Bishopville, SC 29010
Phone (803) 428-3348.
Does anyone have or know how I can get a casualty list from LZ Baldy 196th and 198th Light Infantry Division, or any other artillery division during that time period?
Willie N. Charles; 55th Arty.
charlewc@mailbox.sc.edu
April 19, 2006

1/6…. this is a raido check….. can you hear me…
Ray Findley, B Co., 4th platoon, 1/6th Inf., 1970- 1971
rfindley@msn.com
April 7, 2006

To whom it may concern. I have two posting I would like to have posted. My name is Ron Titus, in N.J. served with the 175th Eng. Co. 196th LIB, which became A Co. 26th Eng Bn. on 1/1/68. I served from 65 to 67 with the 175th. The first posting and the second is below. It is a shame for the disrespect that is shown by dishonorable people on our websites. I am having the same problems with the sites that I manage. I have placed the URL's of those that I own at the bottom on this e-mail for you to review and add as links if you find them worthy. Keep the faith..... Ron

Entry #1 If you served with the 175th or A company, 26th Eng Btl. and have information on Kia's from those units Please visit the 175th. Eng Web Site and click on to the 175th / A Company Memorial Page. Information is need to honor or Heroes. http://www.homestead.com/175thengineers/homepage.html

Entry #2 I am researching for information on Fred Zyck, Kia'd on 6/11/69 on behalf of his sister. Fred is listed as E-5 Sgt. with either HHC and or Echo 4/21, 11th LIB. IF you were with him or knew of him please contact me.

URL's.... http://vietnamveteransmemorial.homestead.com/Home.html http://eastonvietnammemorial.homestead.com/Home.html http://www.homestead.com/175thengineers/homepage.html http://415vva.homestead.com/Home.html
Ron Titus; 175th Engr. Co.
barny@usa.net
April 6, 2006

My name is Art weisser. I live in Islip New York. I served with The 3/82nd Atty.,196th L.I.B. from 6/1/68 until 8/12/69. I was part of a F.O. team with Bill May and Lt. Charley Little. After that I was chief of section for the FDC team on LZ west under Lt. Steve Mason. I just became aware of the site and would like to hear from anyone who was there at the same time. My e-mail address is aweisser@mrwgroup.com Phone # 631 271 6600 ext. 4315
Art Weisser; 3/82nd Arty.
aweisser@mrwgroup.com
April 6, 2006

NOTE to all who served in 4/3 Inf, 11th Brigade: C-4-3 has a website at the ADVA LINKS that include SITREP 68 and SITREP 69 - these are extracts from the battalion Daily Operations Logs. Significant incidents for all the companies in 4/3 are posted. Casualty names with brief combat action reports are helpful. A BIG THANKS to the C-4-3 website crew for making this invaluable information available.
Thomas N Bedient; 68-69 HHC, C, D, E 4/3
TomBedient@aol.com
April 5, 2006

Thank you for the correction on Americal Division umit links to Ft. Hood, Texas Mike Colicchio of C Troop 1/1 Cav.
Rick Andel; B Co 5/46th, 1968
randel1@stny.rr.com
April 5, 2006

I served In Americal Division, 198th. LIB, 5/46 A & HHC Co. November 1968 - January 1970
Paul E. Sprouse; 198th. LIB, 5/46 A & HHC Co.
psprouse@sc.rr.com
April 3, 2006

Just visiting the sight and checking in. Still a great site. If anyone recognizes my name, drop me a line.
Joe Schwartz; Third Platoon C/1/6/198 May 68-May69
joes@tlsn.net
April 3, 2006

This is in connection to the several guestbook entries regarding links between Americal Div.units and Ft. Hood and the 1st Cav. Div.. Both the 1st and 3rd Battalions of the 82nd FA served with the Americal in Vietnam. The 82nd FA Regiment has a long history of association with the 1st Cav. during its' history. Prior to WWII the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Battalions of the 82nd served with the 1st Cav. and this continued through WWII and Korea although all Arty Regimental designations were changed to Battalion size elements during this period. After Korea the 1st 2nd and 3rd were at various times were deactivated and/or reassigned to other commands but the 5th Battalion 82nd was part of the 1st Cav. in Korea during the 60's and was reconstituted as E Btry, 82nd FA (Avn.) when the 1st Cav. was turned into the airmoble Division for Vietnam. The 1st, 2nd, 3rd and now the 5th Battalions are presently assigned to the 1st Cav. Div. at Ft. Hood. More info on the history of these units can be found on LZ Hurricane, at www.lzhurricane.com and on the 1st Cav Associations web site.
Ron Griffin
rgriffin@new.rr.com
March 30, 2006

Glad to see the Americal Guestbook back up online. For those of you who might be interested in seeing LZ Center (the firebase the 3/21st battallion of the 196th operated off of while I was there in 1970-1) on Google Earth enter this in the location block, including spaces, commas and decimals: 15.30, 108.15

For those of you who have not downloaded Google Earth (free by the way), just Google on Google Earth and follow the 5 or 6 steps for downloading. I'm no computer whiz, but it only took me a minute or so. Also, Danny ("Coach") Harris and E.P. Robertson if you are out there and read this, several guys from our platoon would like to hear from you.

Your other contact information such as phone number, mailing address email address: Crawford.Dave@epa.gov, unit: 3rd platoon (medic), Bravo Company, 3/21st battallion, 196th LIB, Americal Division, Sept 1970-Sept 1971.
Dave (Doc) Crawford
Crawford.Dave@epa.gov
March 30, 2006

i was in the 101 in 1975. 11 bravo. my company commander was ralph burkhart in 1976. he was in the americal division in nam. may have been the 11th inf brigade--4/3 d infantry c company commander. does anyone remember him ? what unit he was in and the dates ? thank you david bravo 2nd/502nd infantry.
David R. Millsap
drmillsap@centurytel.net
March 30, 2006

This is somewhat dated, and I apologies for the "ancient history", but addresses Rick Andel's comments dated 17 November 2005 regarding the 198th LIB , and it being the only link from Ft Hood to the Americal. In August 1967, the 1st and 2nd Squadrons of the 1st Armored Cavalry Regiment, (1/1 Cav and 2/1 Cav) Blackhawk Dragoons, left Ft Hood, flew to Oakland, Ca, boarded the USS General Walker and deployed to Vietnam. The 1/1 landed in Da Nang and took an LST to Chu Lai, where we were attached to Task Force Oregon, along with the 196th LIB, elements of the 17th Cav and some Marine units. 1/1 Cav operated in the Pineapple Forest, Cigar Island and west of Tam Ky, in and around My Lai, and performed sweeps, convoy duty and bridge guard on the Bong Son. Task Force Oregon became the Americal Division sometime between 3 December 1967 and 31 January 1968, (I was medevaced on the prior date and returned around the latter, just in time for the Tet Offensive of '68). Actually, the 1/1 Cav was still considered a part of the 1st Armored Division while attached to TFO, and we had a choice of wearing the 1st AD or the Americal patch as our Combat Patch, on our return Stateside.
Michael A. Colicchio;C Troop, 1/1 Cavalry
mikevva@aol.com
33 East 27th Street
Bayonne, NJ 07002
201-858-4849
March 28, 2006

I am looking for information anyone has regarding Billy Dean Collier (went by Bill), who served in Korea, and was honorably discharged not long after he came back. He was my grandfather, and passed away from heart disease in July 2002. My mother was told growing up that while on his way back home to Washington state, he lost his medals (among them was the Bronze Star), and refused to talk about his service in Korea. We sent a request to the Army to try to obtain a copy of his military records so we could find out what he was awarded the Bronze Star for. We received a response not long after stating that all records were destroyed in a fire. I am looking for any information anyone has about my grandfather, and if anyone knows why he was awarded the Bronze Star, that would be even better. I would be nice to have the last mystery solved and added to our family tree.
Carrie Search
carriesearch@yahoo.com
March 26, 2006

I served in Chu Lai 67-68 with the 335th DS and on the only helicopter recovery team in the I Corps area. We used mt huey as the teams helicopter. I was with the 14th Battalion until they re-activated Americal, my name was and still is Alan Binkley, door gunner and crewchief
Alan Binlkey; 14th Arty. Bn.
cbinkley1@triad.rr.com
March 25, 2006

In reference to RLEWELLEN Guestbook message of 11/14/05: He can simply click on to the "History" link on the Americal webpage for a brief history of the Americal Division. The division was activated in Vietnam in 1967. Both the 196th LIB and 11th LIB were stateside at the time but shortly thereafter went to Vietnam. In October of 1967 elements of the 198th LIB left from Ft. Hood to join the Americal. In March of 1968 the 5/46th INF Bn left from Ft. Hood to fill out the 198th. I happened to be on the Battalion's Advanced Party. So, I believe the 198 LIB was the only link for any of the elements of the Americal to Ft. Hood, Texas.
Rick Andel; B Co 5/46th
randel1@stny.rr.com
November 17, 2005

Kathy: Thanks so much for your heartfelt message on Veterans Day, and I loved you Dad's Poem it was very nice. I and I'm sure all the Americal Vets thank you for your kind words and you kind heart for remembering all the veterans both alive and dead. Thanks
John Farley; "H" Troop , 17th Cav . 198 Inf. Americal
JFarley@cheltenham-township.org
November 14, 2005

Would someone advise if the Americal Division was assigned to Camp Hood, Texas for infantry training during late 1943 or 1944 before being deployed to the South Pacific. Can't seem to find this information on the web. Thanks, Roy Lewellen ; Temple, Texas; phone or fax: 254-986-1214
rlewellen8@aol.com
November 14, 2005

Wanted to say thank you to Johnnie B. Hitt (Rattler3) for his article regarding the rescue of Skater 67 (http://www.americal.org/saber6.shtml). Please accept my sincere appreciation and thanks to all the individuals involved in the rescue of Skater 67.
Ron Franson; Skater 67
rondelaplaya@yahoo.com
November 13, 2005

I was away from my computer on Veterans Day so this is belated. I'd like to say happy Veterans Day to all vet's from all wars. I was in Viet Nam and I know that it was probably the most unpopular war of all from the way our people treated us. We were spat on when we came home and I suspect most of us tolerated it. No matter what were all friends/brothers who served our country, and proud of it. I was a Sgt. the 11th LIB. I'd also like to congratulate the Marine Corps. on it's 230th anniversary on Nov. 10th. Semper Fi.
Cliff Misemer.
rdrdrbn@hotmail.com
November 13, 2005

My name is Jeffry C. Howard. My last service with the 11th was as an Infantry Captain and pilot in the Brigade Aviation Section, (Primo Aviation Limited). I left Viet Nam and the Brigade in December, 1968. I would like to find those with whom I worked and played there. Thanks to all who have created and kept this site.
Jeffry C. Howard
j_howard@bellsouth.net or jeffhoward@netscape.net
(904) 614-5970
Jacksonville, Florida
November 11, 2005

LOOKING TO CONTACT ANYONE WHO SERVED B-4-21-11 IN 1968 WITH DON YOUNT. EMAIL HIM AT KPS CLARKSVILLE@KENNY PIPE.COM
Don Yount
kps " href="mailto:Clarksville@kennypipe.com "Clarksville@kennypipe.com
November 11, 2005

well here we are with another Veterans Day. I salute all of our brothers and hope that everyone is doing well
James Gray
mrtirejpg@msn.com
November 11, 2005

Stopping in again to say hi to all you wonderful guys but especially to the ones i've gotten very very close to (but especially close to one in particular) and the rest know who you are! It is "VETERANS DAY" again and i know it is a very sad and hard time for all of you guys and i am so sorry for that, so so sorry for everything and all that you went through and still go through! You will never really know how much i hurt inside for everyone, i know alot may be saying, yeah, sure sure, just another one who doesn't really know about it all or know what we went through! That is true to a point, and i cannot fathom all that you went through, but i do have a little insite on it, at least i think i do, and i think the ones that know me well, know i do! As i have said before i know nothing can compensate for the damage done and the pain that has been inflicted not just in body but in soul also and all i can say which comes from the depths of my soul and my heart that i am truely sorry you had to suffer and still do and i just want you all to know i respect, and honor, and most of all love all you guys for all that you did! Just remember one thing though, you have made it back, maybe some not all in one piece, but you have and for a reason and so today i want to dedicate a poem to your fallen brothers, it was a poem sent to me when my father had passed away many years ago but i have kept it and send it when needed! Just so you all know my father served in the army during WW2 and i am proud to be his daughter and proud to know all of you! So here goes, this is for all your fallen brothers, cause i know they would have wanted you to carry on this way! POEM: "I HAD TO LEAVE YOU" I had to leave you for a little while, Please go on bravely with a gallant smile And for my sake and in my name, Live on and do all things the same. Spend not your life in empty days, But fill each waking hour in useful ways, Reach out your hand in comfort and in cheer, And i in turn will comfort you and hold you near! THE END! Thats says a whole lot and has a very deep meaning so i hope you all understood and enjoyed my special poem to you all! Have a wonderful holiday fellows and always keep your head high and always keep smiling and always always be proud of who you are and what you did, no matter what, i know i am very proud of all of you! I pray for each one of you all the time but also for the souls of your fallen brothers so never ever forget them, which i know you dont! God bless you all and your families! Love you much, as always,
Kathy "BIG HUGS"!
specialk@hvc.rr.com
November 10, 2005

Hope all of you have a happy Vetrans Day I Gave my self off because the company I work for does'nt . Don Nierode 23ADM ChuLai 67-68
Don Nierode
Rjz565@aol.com
November 10, 2005

Anyone remember LT. Howard Robertson. I was in country in 71 with 1/6 198th. We worked out of Chu Lai. I was a Plt. leader and went down in a helecopter crash during typhoon Hester. Four were killed in the crash and four of us survived. Due to a head injury I received in the crash I only have bits and pieces of memory of my tour.
Howard Robertson
hlrobertson@bellsouth.net
November 9, 2005

HHQ and SVC Battary 3/16th Artillary Chulai-Artillary Hill 69-70. I was informed about this web site about two weeks ago, after years of frustrating looking for some communications from " old" friends, walaa- here I am! Kent Eno (one) I owe you alot, R&R was about as good as what you have given me friend.. Some rememberances: Those of you on the "hill" late June 1970, I had a few weeks left in country, I was Sgt of the guard that night, rockets attack hit Chu Lai early morning as I was putting the flag up. After all clear, went to my bunk, along came the spider to ask why I left the flag at half staff!!! Can't a guy get some sleep around here? Sargent Richard "dickie" dickerson hope you are getting your "grocieries" on time! Captain Southall, thanks for the recommendation, you are a class act, your words have sustained me through all these years, I still go out every morning, get it done and in your words i have "continued to perform my job in a superior manner" I guess that means i have'nt been fired yet! There was this one guy named "caro" wherever you are ...welcome home...to all of you WELCOME HOME... To those on the Hill, "C" battery "B Battery, fat city, tam ky, tien phuoc, The marines at Tam Ky that gave us overnight, to you guys in the 11th cav, 196th and finally to the ten guys... June 1969, I just got in from Cam Rhan, my first day in country that morning, rockets hit, I was going to the mess hall in the processing area, rocket hit the hooch, ten guys, guys going home processing out, any one there? That night we, us FNG's newbies all filtered into the nearest culvert bunker. And I wondered what am I in for............
Rudy Grimaldo
rue49er@aol.com
November 6, 2005

Bob Chereck Medic with D co. 4/3 11ith Brigade Americal Div. Jan thru July 1970. Then with A co. 23rd Med in Chu Lai thru Dec 1970. Hello to everyone
Bob Chereck
bobc@marcaindustries.com
November 3, 2005

I am looking for any information concerning what my Dad did in WWII. Raymond Fredrick "Mac" Mcgee was from Stilwell Oklahoma. He joined the US Army and became a 1ST Lieutenant. Family tales state that he participated in the liberation of the Phillipine Islands. He was awarded a Bronze Star for singlehandedly taking out a Japanese machine gun nest and saving much if not all of the lives of his platoon. In his honor, they named the hill after him, McGee Hill.
Missy McGee
earlm@shadygrove.k12.ok.us
November 3, 2005

I am looking for an e-mail or mailing address to where I can file for my for retirement from U.S ARMY. Got 20 good yrs. after serving 30. this is not a joke I really need it. I served VN and DS AND all in the middle of that. I was in 1/20 inf dco.4thplt 11th bde Americal, 70-71. Welcome home guys and God bless.
John Isam
mel.jdisam@cox.net
October 29, 2005

My name is Charles Johnson. I was SP/5 assigned to 132nd Avn Co (Chinooks) in 1971. Stood down with the Division and transferred to the 101st Abn Division at Phu Bai. Flew some but was primarily in maitainance. If anyone remembers me please contact me. Thanks
Charlie Johnson
CharlesSPJ@aol.com
October 27, 2005

Looking forward to the Eastern Regional Chapter reunion in Gettysburg, PA next week. Would like to see as many as possible that served with the HHC of the 198th on LZ Bayonet in 67-68. There will be four of us from the commo platoon and also the official HHC photographer attending for sure. We were hoping Jim, Chuck, Jerry B., Don, Morris, Dowless, Mitch, Mike, Duncan, and Jerry M. who were all in Pittsburgh, PA for our 1990 reunion could make it.
Steve Monroe
smonroe@dot.state.wv.us
October 25, 2005

Otis, I tried to use your email address without sucess. I was there also [Cebu]. So try my email to contact me. Bob of the 132, 3rd BTN, I co.
Siegel Varner
bobandglo@att.net
October 23, 2005

my name is Barry Yusko.......i was a 1Lt. inf in Chu Lai in 71....anyone who recalls the name of Al Tuttle, please contact me.
Barry Yusko
bjy0709@aol.com
October 21, 2005

I am attempting to locate any and all members of Charlie company 5th of the 46th, who were in Chu Lai in either the latter part of 1968 or the early part of 1969. I am trying to locate specifically anyone who may have known my father Sp4 Frank (Frankie or Abran) Gutierrez. I have no idea of what platoon he was in or the exact dates of his tour. As a retired grunt, I thank you all for any and all information you could provide, please forward to jasgutierrez@comcast.net.
Joe Gutierrez
jasgutierrez@comcast.net
October 20, 2005

Any of the old gang from the 246th FA Would love to hear from you.
Wm. Elliott 246 FA Hq Btry FDC
Elliottwt@aol.com
October 18, 2005

I am Michael Scruggs, 23rd infantry, Chu Lai 3/69-8/70. I am looking for Douglas Spidell, and Ben Hansen, contact me please guys. I am from SC.
Michael Scruggs
MeisMD1@alltel.net
October 18, 2005

Veterans day is fast approaching, so come on 'Nam Vets and let's make a showing in our communities at the parades and ceremonies. If your community hasn't planned anything, then take the lead and plan one. I guarantee that the second year will be bigger than the first one. So don't worry about how small it might be to get started. Here in Glynn County we have a Veterans Council which represents all the Veterans organizations that plans both the Veterans Day and Memorial Day events. Last year we raised money and erected a "War on Terrorism" Memorial alongside our WWI, WWII, Korea and VietNam Memorials. Each one has all the names of the men that died in the different wars. Last year we placed the name of a Regular Army trooper on the new memorial. Early this year we placed the name of a Georgia National Guardsman on the memorial. Just last week we lost a young Marine from here and we will soon place his name on the new memorial. I encourage Nam vets especially to lead the effort in planning and organizing Veterans and Memorial Day events and to spearhead efforts to erect proper memorials for our fellow fallen comrades and heros. Thank you all for ALL that you have done for your country. Mike Browning, fellow veteran of the 4th Infantry Division and the Americal, 23rd, Infantry Division.
Mike Browning
troublemfb@hotmail.com
October 18, 2005

does anyone remember Jack L. Miller I do not know what CO. he was from but I know he was wounded in the PINEAPPLE FOREST area sometime between sept. - dec. 1970 just know he was with the 1/1...23rd. He passed away from an illness this past week.He was a member of DAV over 30 years.Buried at VETERAN NATIONAL CEMETERY SPOONER, WI. I am a 82nd abn. veteran and just wanted to pass this along....MITCH
Mitchell Davidsavor
gospice@grantsburgtelcom.net
October 18, 2005

My name is Don Lawyer. Does anyone rememer me in Chu Lai (23rd Admin in 71 or 196th Infantry in Da Nang in 71-72
Don Lawyer
cyberlaw6@bellsouth.net
October 17, 2005

I would like to here from any one that was in my company in Vietnam. my name is Paul Vandergriff was in country 1970 to1971 got shot March 1971 A CO. 1/52 198th Infantry off of LZ Chippewa.
Paul Vandergriff
vanbears@brinet.com
October 15, 2005

I'm looking for anyone who was with C5/46 3/68-6/68 and C4/21 6/68-2/69.Was on LZ Chipawa when I was with 5/46.
Bob Kapp; October 11, 2005
bobkapp3@aol.com

Great site. was in HHC 5/46th 198th 1968-1969 CHU LAI LZ GATOR. Lost a lot of friends. Have not been able to go to memorial yet. If you remember those days get in touch.
David Frazier; October 10, 2005
isuzuandtools@msn.com

Hello ... I think you have some stale links to the 366th Infantry Regiment Association's site ... it has moved from www.wiz-worx.com/366th/ to www.366th.org ...
Dennette A. Harrod, Jr.; October 10, 2005
Dennette@WiZ-WORX.com

With a 4/31 196th nov 69 to aug 70 1st squad 1st pt walked point about half the time went by lil john from florida hard to talk but lots of thoughts have lots of pics
John Houchin; October 10, 2005
jhouchin@tampabay.rr.com

I was in Delta co. 3/1, 11th lib then later went to 23rd admin co. motor pool. I got in country in early April 1970. Would love to hear from anyone.
Wayman Jacks; October 9, 2005
jacksbwt05@ruralcomm.com

Everett, my name is John Isam. I thought you might answer me if I sent this message this way. I was in Delta co.in 70-71 same time you was . you ask for anyone to contact you that was there at that time. Please answer, John.
John Isom; October 8, 2005
mel.jdisam@cox.net

Cliff. Anyone from B 6/11th that was on SJH 69-70. Also, I had a website of a Sergeant that was with, I believe, Bravo Company 4/3rd Infantry. I had it in favorites but now it's gone. It had alot of pictures of LZ Bronco and SJH. I believe he was the FDC Chief for the 4.2 Mortor. I think he said they called him Ski?
Cliff Misemer; rdrdrbn@hotmail.com;
October 7, 2005

I am looking for anyone who remembers me, My name is Lee Bowman I was with the 335th Trans co(ads). Chu Lai, from aug 68-may 70, I remember names like Tackett, Monzo, Mooch, Manning, Young, please anyone who remembers me I have heart disease and might not be around much longer. it might sound crazy. But those years were great years for me and all I can do is remember alot of great guys. e-mail address is ukwildcat50@aol.com. thanks and god bless all Vietnam Vets.
Lee Bowman; ukwildcat50@aol.com
October 7, 2007

I served with d/co 1/52 198 lib americal div. from 8-68 til 1169 as rto along with Ben G Howard anybody remember us .
John Southern: Corbin, Kentucky; smalljaws@mac.com
October 6, 2005

I am the son of an air force NCO Call Sign "Wild Goose". My father was stationed at Chu Lai from February 1968 thru 1969. Over many sleepless nights he has told me about his experience in Vietnam and soon he will be retiring permantly from the civilian workforce after serving his country in the USAF for over twenty years and serving his county government in the local correctional dept. There are no words that could convey how I feel towards my Father especially after what hardships he explained to me that he experienced on a day to day basis in Vietnam. I am hoping that there is someone out there that may find this website who might have served with my dad. He is a very private and personal man and will never give the specifics of his duty but I honestly know that any positive correspondance with men or women that he served with would put his heart at ease. He was originally a USAF weather man but eventually was ordered to complete escape and evasion school and then was sent to jungle warfare school in the phillipines. After which he was rotated to Chu Lai, Vietnam for approx. 372 days. He has spoken of walking along the Perfum River and Liberating the city of Way Phu Bai (sp?). As part of his duty a platoon of Green Berets/LRRPS were attached to his sqaud for various duties from week to week. He has spoken of the courage and commitment exhibited by the fellow Americal MAG unit service men far and beyond that of his own. I know it would allow an old soldier to rest easier if just one fellow veteran who served along side him could tell him that they made it out and lived a long and happy life. Given the type of man that he is he would never ask this but, I'm know he would appreciate a few kind words from a fellow service man. Anyone in Chu Lai, Vietnam whether a LRRP/Special Forces Member or Marine who knew my father and could write to this email addy. would be a tremendous help, I guess I just want to understand what he went through. My father is my hero and he needs peace. To all of you who served during the TET offensive and especially to those who didn't make it back during this bleak time in history this American has your respect. Far and beyond history anyone who served in this war and yes it was a war and we did WIN deserves the respect of every citizen in this great land of ours. Something I have always felt rang true during all of my time on this earth is this: "if you can't support the home team then get the hell out of the stadium." In your time this relates to hippies. Email me at k_bielefeldt@yahoo.com. Any replies WILL be answered. Kelly H. Bielefeldt On Behalf of TSGT. Earl R. Bielefeldt USAF RET.
Mr. Kelly H. Bielefeldt <k_bielefeldt@yahoo.com>
greenville, wi USA - Thursday, October 06, 2005 at 21:04:01 (EDT)

I am Dick Arnold of the Coffelt KIA Database Team: http://www.virtualwall.org/docs/vwdbase.htm We recently confirmed that previously Unknown Randall Brian Rainville was a member of D, 3/21.He died 04/23/1967 in the 106th GH, Japan. His tour started 2/1/67 but he originally was with A, 2/12th and transferred to 196th on 3/16/67. He is shown as DOW, if anyone knows the date of his wounding please contact me. Thanks, Dick
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA - Wednesday, October 05, 2005 at 08:51:18 (EDT)

Paul Gildoner; Your email address listed on your question does not work. Try here for the information you are looking for! Personal author: Kelley, Michael, 1946- Title: Where we were in Vietnam: a comprehensive guide to the firebases, military installations, and naval vessels of the Vietnam War / Michael P. Kelley. Publication info: Central Point, Or. : Hellgate Press, c2002. ISBN: 1555716253 (pbk.) Physical description: 1 v. (various pagings) : maps ; 28 cm. General note: LC copy signed by the author. Bibliography note: Includes bibliographical references (p. H1-H5). Subject: Vietnamese Conflict, 1961-1975 Dictionaries. Subject: Military bases, American--Vietnam Dictionaries. Subject: Military bases, American--Vietnam Maps. Subject: Vietnam Gazetteers. We discovered that "Chu Lai" may not be a Vietnamese name but instead the Chinese Mandarin pronunciation of Gen Krulak's initials and Mr. Kelley suggests checking "Ky Ha" as well, in Quang Tin Province. On page B-15 he gives the casualties for the 23rd Infantry Division to be KIA-808, WIA-8,237 (including 11th Inf Bdg.) On page D1-2 he says the U.S. Army Unit Rosters and Company Morning Reports are available from the National Personnel Records Center, Army Records Branch 9700 Page Blvd St. Louis, MO 63132-5100 http://www.archives.gov/st-louis/military-personnel/morning-reports-and- unit-rosters.html We hope this further assists your search.
Dave Curtin <emu135th@verizon.net>
Rockland, Ma USA - Tuesday, October 04, 2005 at 22:20:55 (EDT)

Hello! I am looking for Major Eric I. MacIntosh and/or Lt.Giacci both of whom were with PSYOPs (S5)HHC, Duc Pho, Vietnam in 1969 and 1970. I would also like to find anyone with 4/3rd, Alpha Company, 3rd Platoon, 11th LIB, Americal from 1969 - 1970.I am Steve Newton March 1969 –until November, 1969 Alpha Company, 3rd Platoon, 2nd Squad, 4th of the 3rd Infantry Battalion, 11th Infantry Division, Americal Division 11B20 Wpns Inf November - May 1970 PSYOPS Analyst HHC, 11th Inf. Bde. (S-5) Americal Division Duc Pho
Steve Newton <stnewton@mindspring.com>
Santa Fe, NM USA - Tuesday, October 04, 2005 at 14:15:22 (EDT)

I have been looking for any site that will give me a list of KIAs by unit. If anyone knows of such a site I would appreciate it if you dropped me a line. I want to put together a memorial for the unit I was in, Echo 1/46th, but I want to include those members from both our assignment with the 198th and the 196th LIBs. Also, anyone from the unit that reads this, I would like to hear from you. Welcom Home Brothers.
Paul Gildner, Echo 1/46th <pgildner@talkamerica.net>
Cadillac, MI USA - Monday, October 03, 2005 at 13:23:59 (EDT)

Thanks to all veterans for what they have done for the country, and thanks for this site, It helps to be able to read what the other vet's have to say. John.
John D. Isam SR. <Mel.JDIsam@cox.net>
Tulsa, Ok USA - Sunday, October 02, 2005 at 12:45:16 (EDT)

1/52 Company B for a short time then to Bayonet West for the rest. Part of the LTs who got two months early outs because there were too many of us. 70/71... Lots of places and faces but names are not connected. Great to see the guest book back again.
Jon C
Minneapolis, mn USA - Friday, September 30, 2005 at 10:58:20 (EDT)

I would like anyone who served in D. Co. 1/20th from Sep. 70 until Sep 71 to contact me.
Everett R. Boully <boully@charter.net>
Arab, Al USA - Thursday, September 29, 2005 at 08:44:29 (EDT)

I WHOULD LIKE TO SAY THAT I WAS WITH THE BEST DIVISION IN VEIT-NAM IN 1968..AND I JUST WISH MY TWO BEST BUDDISH WHOULD HAVE MADE IT TOO..I WAS WOUNDED THE SAME TIME BUT I WAS JUST ONE OF THE UNLUCKY ONES TO MAKE IT HOME..I WANT TO SAY THAT I WAS WITH THE BEST 1/20 11th IN VIET-NAM AND TO SAY WELCOME HOME BROTHERS AND HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL SOON...MR.KAY L.PERRY
KAY L. PERRY <PERRY. KAY @SBC GLOBAL. NET>
BLUFFTON, IND USA - Thursday, September 29, 2005 at 04:06:12 (EDT)

c/4/3 temp. site url is http://mysite.verizon.net/vzeoqeuo/
C/4/3 11th. Lt. Inf. Brgde. Former members of C/4/3 we have a new temp. site at the above URL with our new perm. site coming soon. Visit the temp. sight and sign the guest book to be listed on the member's page. Leave information so we can keep you posted of events, member deaths, reunions, etc. As soon as the perm. site is up and running we will notify you of the new site address.
David J Curtin <emu135th@verizon.net>
Rockland, Ma. USA - Wednesday, September 28, 2005 at 20:36:55 (EDT)

Americal,Vietnam Vet.69-71
Tim Hertenstein <scootertrk@hotmail.com>
Holland, MI USA - Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at 18:01:55 (EDT)

I am glad to find this guestbook. I thought maybe the whole world had forgot about the Americal Division. I served in D Co. 1/20th Infantry from Sep. 70 to Sep.71.
Everett R. Boully <boully@charter.net>
Arab, Al. USA - Tuesday, September 27, 2005 at 11:25:14 (EDT)

Served in182nd Reg. 3rd Battalion, Co.I on Island of Cebu from April lst, 1945 to end of campaign. Would like to heaar from anyone serving there at ssame time - especially Lt. Filler - 806-342-5094
Otis Mid Scott <mandjscott@nts-online.net>
Amarillo , TX USA - Monday, September 26, 2005 at 21:49:52 (EDT)

This may appear to be an unusual request but in going through some of my Mother's pictures recently I came across pictures of a Capt. Frank Hewitt, WW II era. The patches that I can identify are the Americal 23rd Div. and possibly he was a paratrooper or glider pilot. Does anybody know who this man is or anything about him? I would guess he is probably deceased but I don't know that for a fact. Any information would be appreciated. No, he's not my father. Thanks
Donna Newton <grammynewton@verizon.net>
Paoli, IN USA - Monday, September 26, 2005 at 16:58:15 (EDT)

Great site, I was assigned to A/523d Sig Bn Oct70-May 71 and currently to USA MEDDAC Ft Leavenwoth for Operatio Enduring Freedom. Old soldiers never die they continue to serve.
Bob Kron <robert.kron@us.army.mil>
Louisville, KY USA - Sunday, September 25, 2005 at 21:56:45 (EDT)

I WAS IN VIETNAM IN 1967 & 68 I WENT BY SHIP, U.S.S. GORDON I'AM LOOKING FOR BOB O'LEARY FROM MINN. AND GUAELUPE GARCIA FROM IL.
NORMAN CERULLI <LEFTYLEMON127@AOL.COM>
PAHRUMP, NV USA - Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 23:50:15 (EDT)

I am the father of Don J. West
Bill West <wbwst88@wmconnect.com>
West Des Moines, Iowa USA - Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 20:52:11 (EDT)

Welcome back,this is Jones'sy sigining in,was in B btry 1/82 arty on Lz Stinson,& LamSon,1970-71
DAN JONES <danleejons@aol.com>
Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, September 24, 2005 at 01:49:01 (EDT)

I served in the americal in chu lai and duc pho with the 11th inf bde. I was in the 523d sig bn.I was in B co 523d sig Bn. I attended the "welcome home" for vietnam veterans in Branson, Mo. in June 2005.This was a big event and made me proud to be a vietnam vet.
paul kennon <twok@charter.net>
farmington, mo USA - Friday, September 23, 2005 at 22:15:11 (EDT)

I was in country aug 67 to aug 68, served with B btry 3/82 arty. welcome home brothers and sisters
Danny Jordan <jord9090@bellsouth.net>
Mims , Fl USA - Thursday, September 22, 2005 at 21:22:07 (EDT)

Served reluctantly in Chu Lai, Danang, Phu Bai, Lai Khe, Phu Loi, Long Thanh, Tay Ninh and a few others. Looking for old buddies but it seems they must have died as I''ve been trying for over six years.Besides we seldom had name tags, we wore shirts from the camp laundry and for some reason they always tore the patches off. Doubt if anyone would remember me anyway, I always walked drag with my thumper. Guess they didn't trust me with a real gun.
Joe
USA - Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at 10:14:54 (EDT)

great to see this guest book.larry irby,i was a member of te 23rd sup.& trans.i worked out of chu lai,tam ki and lz baldy in 69&70 and ialso have rel.in texas named irby.post me a note here in the guest book
john barker <jroyceinfl@hotmail.com>
ft myers , fl USA - Wednesday, September 21, 2005 at 06:37:30 (EDT)

To any B-battery 3rd Battalion 18th Artillery members who served at Chu Lai, Vietnam 1967-1968. I recently recieved notice from Ssgt. Troy Blevin's son that Ssgt. Blevins had passed away July 11 this year from complications associated with Agent Orange (lung cancer). Ssgt. Blevins was the ammo Ssgt. For B battery.
David Weaver <CaptainDLW@bellsouth.net>
Jonesboro, Ga. USA - Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at 22:43:55 (EDT)

Hey guys,instead of trying to talk on this site,answer the persons email address and also try to do something to help find someone rather than just tell them where to go over the site. Get personal!Help! Dont be afraid to email them and get in touch and yes,get out of the closet! Welcome Home Brothers!!! Its OK to get involved.We're all big boys now, Z B/4/21/11th
Carl Zarzyski <Zarzyski@aol.com>
Ovid , MI USA - Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at 20:00:22 (EDT)

Julie, Dave below gave you the NCOC information on the school your dad attended to be an NCO. The address is here http://w3.ime.net/~ncocloca/1-70B.HTM Listed here are e-mail adresses of some people your Dad went to school with.I'm sure there are others that you could aquire if you made the right request to the webmaster. They might forward your e-mail address to all located members and ask them to respond. The best place to ask questions about your Dad would be the 11th Infantry Brigade site. I think it is currently down. Keep trying here. Sometimes it takes awhile.
Mike
USA - Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at 18:10:10 (EDT)

Mike thanks for the advice on the excel download I understand It now. Have you found anymore luck on finding stuff about SGT Robert James Mussin. I'm so grateful for all the help I have been receiving on trying to locate any of his buddies. thank-you.
Julie Gauld <swiftyj@peoplepc.com>
Maple Heights, Ohio USA - Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at 12:48:01 (EDT)

Thanks for the site. I was an advisor in Mo Duc in 68/69 and spent a great deal of time with the LLRP Team from Duc Pho. The Americal helped me out of the cagada more than once. I remember only that the team leader was a very young E6 with three tours. CPT John Walker was CO of the company most frequently in my AO. I believe he took over from a CPT Medina and was subseqently KIA in a road accident. Any information would be appreciated
David Cross <cross0205@msn.com>
Bosque Farms, N.M. USA - Tuesday, September 20, 2005 at 11:32:43 (EDT)

looking for pals from 11th LIB off USS Wigel from Hawaii.Tim Smith form Cal,Tom Davis from Jersey.Tim Semsomthing from Jersey(I hung with you and your oldman at his place after the war)call me!734-915-6585. dish
Jim Dishneau <jimdog@ameritech.net>
Grosse Ile, Mi USA - Monday, September 19, 2005 at 19:59:10 (EDT)

Looking for anybody that was on LZ.chiippewa 1/6th or 1/14a-btry Aug- oct 68
James Scott <jlscott@omniglobal.net>
Kerrville, TX USA - Monday, September 19, 2005 at 15:41:00 (EDT)

Glad to see the site back on line. Was in the medical company of 6th Spt Bn in Hawaii, became CO on deployment in Nov 67. Brigade Surgeon 11th Bde July to Nov 68. Have been in touch with a lot of my old medics and comrades here. Check in often
Raymond E McLane <cmclane@tampabay.rr.com>
St Petersburg, FL USA - Sunday, September 18, 2005 at 23:23:32 (EDT)

I have been trying to find any information with my unit 39th Engr Bn Co C , 18th Engr BDE attached with Americal Division. I was in Vietnam in 70-71 base camp Chu Lai and mostly worked out of Mai Lai . Any information would be greatly appreciated. Nick name Frenchy. Thank You !
David A Bergeron <cheryl david2005@yahoo.com>
New Port Richey, FL USA - Saturday, September 17, 2005 at 14:09:03 (EDT)

Was D co. 26th combat engineers on LZ Fat City from dec 67 to dec 68 nickname was weasel.
Bob Thielman <rthielman@snet.net>
Southington, Ct USA - Friday, September 16, 2005 at 17:02:36 (EDT)

Julie , you can download an excel viewer here that is compatible with most windows. The newest version fron microsoft, I not sure. I think this will work. It is fairly big (over 3 megabytes) it takes a few seconds with DSL but on a 56k modem much longer. http://www.cmacademy.org/db/visitor/ExcelViewerStudents
Mike
USA - Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 23:19:13 (EDT)

Julie, Just read your request for infomation on your father you mentioned your father was an E-5 Sgt. I just looked in the NCOC Locator web site and his name showed up on class 1-70. This class also has 40 plus names that have been located out of a class of more than 100. Why not check that site also you may find someone that remembers him. I was in the Americal Division but in 1968. Good luck in you search. Dave
Dave Krueger (Sgt.) (Ret.) <banjo01@comcast.net>
Royal Oak, MI USA - Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 21:55:00 (EDT)

Looking for anyone in HHC 1/52 198 th Bde who was in the commo platoon on LZ Stinson, or anyone who worked on the resupply pad. I was there from 7-27-69 to 7-27-70 and 1-6-71 to 2 Nov 71. I got an early out. I worked in the TOC and on the resupply pad some. I was also on top of OP1 for about 3 months in late 71. Anyone recogizing me or that lives near Murfreesboro, TN send me an E-Mail. Hang in there brothers.
James Melvin Digby <jbdigby2@comcast.net>
Murfreesboro, TN USA - Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 21:13:17 (EDT)

Would like to contact Frank Anton Americal POW Que Son Valley about "other unit" in night firefight Jan 05 1968.I was in unit "op con" Americal Division.
Charles Gould <cogouldw9@adelphia.net>
Granville, NY USA - Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 15:05:25 (EDT)

Glad to see you are keeping the site fresh. It keeps me coming back. I have located two buddies from Nam through this page. Thanks
David Kennedy <shedkennedy@aol.com>
Three Forks, MT USA - Thursday, September 15, 2005 at 10:36:33 (EDT)

Have missed the visits to your site. Thanks for getting it back up. Always looking for 1/52 Bravo men. Just got back from our Nashville reunion. We had 63 veterans present. Great time together.
Buddy R. Sadler <buddysadler@sbcglobal.net>
Terrell, TX USA - Wednesday, September 14, 2005 at 03:28:43 (EDT)

My father, Perry Rannebarger, was a member of Illinois National Guard out of Bloomington, Illinois. He became part of the Americal Division when war arrived on December 7, 1941. I would be interested in hearing from other who were a part of the Illinois National Guard from the Bloomington area during this time. God bless all of you!
Joe Rannebarger <jranneba@uiuc.edu>
Urbna, IL USA - Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 17:22:00 (EDT)

I WAS IN VIETNAM 67&68 WENT BY SHIP USS GORDON.LOOKING FOR BOB OLEARY FROM MINN.AND GUADELUPE GARCIA AND JOE MANCHA.
NORMAN CERULLI <LEFTYLEMON@AOL.COM>
PAHRUMP,, NV. USA - Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 16:48:28 (EDT)

Mike, I got one of those execl files and I dont have something to open it up. I dont know much about the computer and the internet. I know how to open a file but this one is hard to figure out. And I dont know how to make a website either maybe you could help me out there???? thanks a million mike your new friend julie plenty ((((((((((hugs)))))))))))) to go to all you guys. just ask and I will give you one when you need it. take care
julie gauld <swiftyj@peoplepc.com>
Maple Heights, Ohio USA - Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 16:06:06 (EDT)

Jim Gray: The Coffelt database here.www.virtualwall.org/docs/vwdbase.htm to view or you can download the whole database in excel form at the same address towards the bottom of the page (about 9 megabytes).
Mike
USA - Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 07:27:54 (EDT)

Served in the bush,B co.1/6,70-71 looking for the guys that I played spades with. How are you doing?
Ray Findley <acesover@verizon.net>
Plymouth Meeting, Pa USA - Tuesday, September 13, 2005 at 00:17:35 (EDT)

Julie I sent you an email using your email address, but have received no response. You don't know me so I am sure you deleted it before reading. Anyways, I too, like your mother was pregnant with my daughter in 1969. My daughter never knew her father while she was growing up. My former husband was ashamed for anyone to know that he adopted her. I hope your life was better. It is sad that you will not be able to meet your father as he was a casualty of that war, but he served his country instead of going to Canada. My daughter always knew something wasn't right. When I got divorced 14 years ago she found the courage to seek him out. He came to my home, met Sherry (It was a Sally Jesse Rafiel type meeting) and was able to spend 13 years of her life with him. He passed away this year because of health issues that he got in Vietnam. I have been searching for anybody that served in his outfit in Vietnam. I remember him telling me that 3 of his companies he was assigned to got wiped out and he was the only survivor. He was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado after he came back from Vietnam, and had many demons. I wouldn't even call my daughter a mistake, she was a gift, a part of Skeeter I couldn't have. I am just grateful that I was able to get back with him. The two years before he died I took care of him. He didn't suffer. Only really 3 bad days before he died. I am sure your mother, like I held you very dear. Did your father know about you? I hold my head up high now since my divorce. I am proud that I have such a wonderful piece of my Skeeter. Sandy Menzie
Sandy Menzie
USA - Monday, September 12, 2005 at 11:49:50 (EDT)

Julie, I suggest you go to www.virtualwall.org/docs/vwdbase.htm and scroll down the opening page to the alphabetical listing of nine files, the first file listed is A-B with 7,292 names of all the names on the Vietnam Memorial Wall in D.C. that begins with an A or B. I suggest you go straight to the file containing M and open it. You will find your father's name and information listed. Your father is one of America's true Heros. You should be awfully proud of him. Please accept my condolences. Good luck.
Mike Browning
USA - Sunday, September 11, 2005 at 20:12:49 (EDT)

To Charlie Riggs: I knew Kyle Hamilton, a medic, who was killed on FSB Mary Ann on March 28, 1971. Send me an e-mail address so we can correspond.
Gary L. Noller <gnoller@aol.com>
Kerrville, TX USA - Sunday, September 11, 2005 at 08:51:34 (EDT)

I came to the Americal in 1971 to Chu Lai - I was a 31B20 flew often to LZ Liz, Siberia, and Snoopy went on convoys etc. When the Amaerical moved back to Hawaii I moved on to the 101st in Phu Bai and Hue. Anyone remember me?
Dave Adams <gzusizld3@earthlink.net>
Elwood, IL USA - Sunday, September 11, 2005 at 06:26:07 (EDT)

wonder if someone might remember sp5 steve hamilton who was killed march 1971 at camp mary ann?
charlie riggs
USA - Sunday, September 11, 2005 at 05:55:52 (EDT)

Julie, Im sorry didn't take time to explain, it all means this ( I make mistakes now and then ). Name : Robert James Mussin SS# : 367443591 Branch of Service: Army Component: Drafted Rank : Sargeant, Grade E-5 Military Occupation: 11B40 (Infantry) Age: 25 Home: Detroit, Michigan Casualty Date: (don't know the code but you said it previously) Casualty type:Hostile Casualty Country:South Vietnam Casualty Province:Quang Ngai Birthdate: 1-06-1945 Race: Causasian Religion:PN ( I think that means Protestant, not sure) Marital Status: Single Sex: Male Casualty Date:1-21-1970 Memorial Panel:11 West , Line 8 Major Organization: US Army Vietnam 11th Infantry Brigade,21st Infantry Regiment,4th Battalion Company C The False, False etc. etc.,basically means he got a Purple Heart in addition to whatever else he had. This is not a line by transcription as some areas were blank or did not apply. Tale care Julie. Correction :casualty date was April 15th 1970 as you said. My mistake.
Also Julie, Mussin is a very rare name. In the state of Michigan for example there are only four listed Mussins. You can get their phone numbers at Yahoo People Search http://people.yahoo.com/ .There are two women and two men .They might be your Aunts ,Uncles or nieces, nephews.
One more thing Julie? Was your father present during your birth? Did he sign the birth certificate? I know about the stupid sentiments people had regarding such matters in the 1960s -70sm I lived in that time. But as a daughter of a soldier that died in Vietnam you were entitled to an education, monthly compensation, healthcare etc. It's such a shame if our crazy "rules" got in the way. A man's daughter is a man's daughter regardless of paperwork.

Mike
USA - Saturday, September 10, 2005 at 17:19:42 (EDT)

Hi mike, thanks so much for your help. I dont have a clue what all the letters mean. I hope that one of them is his social security. It would be so cool if I could talk to some of his friends, and see what all he liked and did. and if he ever talked about his child (me) I am so glad that I found this website. Mike I would love it if we could keep talking on this site. Like I said you all are my hero's and I am so proud of you all. you all have done so much, gone thru hell and back. I wear a military coat and I have all kinds of patches on it saying remember the vietnam vet with his name on it in memory I cant begin to tell you how much stuff I have collected I guess it makes me feel close to him in some way. like I said he and my mom were the only ones who knew about me. swiftyj@peoplepc.com (Proud Daughter of Robert James Mussin)
julie gauld <swiftyj@peoplepc.com>
Maple Hts, ohio USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 21:00:10 (EDT)

Very glad to see this page up and running again. Went to VN on the Upshur, 10/67. E Co. Recon 1/6 198 Inf Bde. Would love to find someone from the original recon platoon. I was the 1st squad rto. Welcome home, brothers
Bruce Yacuk <fishdad22@earthlink.net>
Leesburg, FL USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 20:42:44 (EDT)

Regarding Robert James Mussin. First of all I'm sorry you lost your Dad. Here are some data from the Coffelt datbase which lists more info on your Dad. It may be helpful in finding his friends. I would e-mail you except minr is on the blink right now. MUSSIN ROBERT JAMES 367443591 A Y SGT E5 11B40 25 DETROIT MI 25673 A1 G 7 --- VS 05 01 01/06/1945 C PN S M 01/21/1970 11W 008 USARV 11 INF BDE 21ST INF RGT 4TH BN C CO Coffelt FALSE FALSE FALSE FALSE FALSE FALSE FALSE TRUE
Mike
USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 19:03:05 (EDT)

Hi again, forogt to tell you that Robert James Mussin was in the 11th light infantry brigade from detroit michigan when he went in the service, he was stationed in south vietnam, Quang Ngai. his length of service was 1 year, his tour of duty began on jan 21 1970, and casualty was on april 15 1970, hostile ground, explosive device, and his body was recovered.
julie gauld <swiftyj@peoplepc.com>
Maple Hts, ohio USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 17:35:01 (EDT)

My father was Robert James Mussin, I never had the chance to know him, he was killed in the vietnam war in 1970, he was in the 11th brigade, Army SGT E5, when he was killed I was only about 6 months old. I just recently learned he was my father. I was my fathers and mothers secret, nodody knew of me except them, they were suppose to be married when he returned from the war. he never made it back. So my mom kept the secret from his parents, they never got to know me. they didnt want them to know because they were not married. When my mom told me about my father Robert James Mussin, she said that it was to hard to talk about. she still doesnt talk about him. I would love to know about everything he did and was. hes my hero, hes my dad. if anybody knows what divison he might of been in, I would love it if you would get ahold of me. everything that I have found out about him I did all by myself, and if anybody might remember him please get ahold of me, I'd like to know his medical records for my health and to know where I came from. I do have a few pictures of him if anybody would like to see them. just email me and i will send them. my name is julie swiftyj@peoplepc.com and to those who made it back your my heros, thanks for everything you did for me.
julie gauld <swiftyj@peoplepc.com>
Maple Hts, ohio USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 17:17:41 (EDT)

THANKS FOR THIS SITE I HO[E I CAN CONTACT SOME OLD BUDDIES AFTER ALL THESE YEARS
C H BUTCH CHRISTIAN <BCHRIS85@HOTMAIL.COM>
FAYETTEVILLE, AR USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 16:04:58 (EDT)

First, thanks for all the work involved in getting this guest book back up and on line. Second, I am trying to locate all former members of Echo Co, 1/46th, both during our assignment to the 198th LIB and later with the 196th. We now have 108 former members of our unit located, and are still looking for more. Through the archives and guest books of these sites, Americal, 196th LIB, and others many have found buddies that have been long lost. To all of you 'administrators' of these sites I have one thing to say, THANK YOU.
Paul Gildner, Echo 1/46th <pgildner@talkamerica.net>
Cadillac, MI USA - Friday, September 09, 2005 at 06:09:54 (EDT)

I would like to make contact with people who remember serving with me in E Trp 3/1 Americal Duc Pho. Please contact me at the email address listed.
Dennis Lee Powell <dewdrop_mealine@yahoo,com>
Vancouver, WA USA - Wednesday, September 07, 2005 at 19:39:55 (EDT)

Photos and Art posted on behalf of my father, Ken Rollins. He asks that all questions/comments be directed to kenneth.rollins@us.army.mil. http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/ace_guru/Dad/viet-iraq.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v720/ace_guru/Dad/P1010008.jpg If the photobucket links don't want to play ball, try this: http://www.nothingevil.com/dad.htm -Luke
Luke Rollins <luke.rollins@us.army.mil>
Baltimore, MD USA - Wednesday, September 07, 2005 at 09:18:28 (EDT)

Searching for unit buddies 1971 A Co. 123rd avn bn PELICAN AIRWAYS
Leonard A. Clapes
Socorro, N.M. USA - Tuesday, September 06, 2005 at 15:16:42 (EDT)

I have placed emails looking for buddies that had served with Harold (Skeeter) Menzie in Vietnam during the periods of 1967-1968 C 4/31. Thus far, I have not found anyone but am still hoping. He died on Feb 22, 2005. The year I did give previously was incorrect. Since I posted this message I have received 8 bogus messages promising me millions of dollars. I have reported them as spam. For the person that is sending me this spam, yes I am still mourning, but Skeeter would have been the first of many who would tell you that money has never been important to me. It is sad that therre is an individual who is out there using this wonderful service that all of us utilize to do this type of thing. Just wanted all those who bear the burdeon of being in Vietnam to know this. I thank you for the service you gave to our country.
Sandra Menzie
USA - Tuesday, September 06, 2005 at 10:11:04 (EDT)

Good to see the site back up and running,Thanks.Just wanted to say hi to all the VETS out there.
Greg Faulconer <faulconergreg@yahoo.com>
shelbyville, in USA - Monday, September 05, 2005 at 11:32:18 (EDT)

It's good to see the site up and running again, visit it often, was with B Btry 3/16 Arty at Tien Phouc in 69/70
LENNY hAGENHOFF <oscar0249@yahoo.com>
USA - Monday, September 05, 2005 at 08:26:52 (EDT)

A very nice site keep it up
Dr.Eze Mgbada <eze_mgbada@yahoo.com>
Houston, Texas USA - Monday, September 05, 2005 at 06:54:22 (EDT)

Sgt. Larry Irby, communications center chief, 523rd Signal Battalion, Americal Division, Chu Lai, LZ West, LZ Baldy, 1967-68. Also served with the 14th Inventory Control Center, first in Saigon, then Cam Ranh Bay (firepower and mobility), 1965-66. Welcome home boys! God bless the Americal Division, and God bless America!
Larry Irby <larryirby4@comcast.net>
USA - Monday, September 05, 2005 at 04:39:16 (EDT)

Forgot to put my email in. If you knew Skeeter please email me.
Sandy Menzie <scalabrese7975@sbcglobal.net>
USA - Sunday, September 04, 2005 at 13:17:59 (EDT)

I am looking for anyone that was in Vietnam with my late husband, Harold (Skeeter) Menzie. If you knew him you would not forget him. He was quite a character! He was one of the many vietnam vets that carried many demons from that war. He was in country, 67-68 C 4/31. Am anxious to talk to any of his old buddies.
Sandy Menzie
USA - Sunday, September 04, 2005 at 13:16:22 (EDT)

GRATE GUESTBOOK.THANKYOU G BTRY 55 ARTY TIEN PHOUC 69 70 THE QUAD 50
DANNY ROBERTS <ROBERTS1037@SBC GLOBAL.NET>
CHICAGO, IL USA - Friday, September 02, 2005 at 22:50:22 (EDT)

B btry 3rd battn 18th Arty. Chu Lai RVN Aug. 67 to Aug 68. Welcome Home Brothers. Was in the Ammo section ( and motor pool section for a while). Looking for any guys that served with me. Cherry Hill, LZ Gator, LZ Ross if I remember correctly.
David Weaver (Spc.4) <CaptainDLW@bellsouth.net>
Jonesboro, Ga. USA - Friday, September 02, 2005 at 20:35:14 (EDT)

Thanks Matt good job on guestbook. I was with A battery 1/14 th artillery we were a 105 howizer battery lz gator,Lz dottie,Lz Bayonett west and many jumps we made. WELCOME HOME GUYS The Penn
David Pendergraft <dpender1@cox.net>
Brokenarrow, ok USA - Friday, September 02, 2005 at 10:49:53 (EDT)

Hi, can't belive there is an actual site for AMERICAL DIV. I served in Chu Lai as a REMF with 16th Combat Aviation Group (Born In Battle) in the Medical Dept driving Flight Surgeon (Major Greer and SFC Johnson) around as Medics and also did work at 2nd General Hospital in Chu lai. The year was January 1969 to January 1970 that i served with the 16th Combat Aviation Chopper Group. Had a Signal Company below us and a Cav Unit below them and our backs were against the China Sea on a hill that was pounded on Feb 23rd by 122mm Rockets during TET in 69. Have not found anyone from my unnit ever. HELP. Am honored to be a part of AMERICAL and know there are so many GRUNTS that served so proudly. God all of you....FRITZ...Let me hear from you or anyone remembering FRITZ from January 69 to January 70.
FRITZ SMITH <derkonig@earthlink.net>
Shipshewana, IN USA - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 at 05:54:45 (EDT)

MY NAME AND RANK IS SP/5 CARY RICHARDSON OF A TRP 1ST SQD 1ST CAV IN CHU LI VIET NAM JAN-DEC 1970. FIRE BASE WAS AT TAM KY. ANYONE OUT THERE WHO MAY REMEMBER?
CARY RICHARDSON <crichardson@crt.state.la.us>
METAIRIE, LA USA - Wednesday, August 31, 2005 at 04:30:59 (EDT)

I am Dick Arnold of the Coffelt Database Team: http://www.virtualwall.org/docs/vwdbase.htm It is a not-for-profit attempt to establish Company-level unis for all 58,000 Vietnam KIAs. On 5/22/69, Ulysses C Hassell was killed in Quang Ngai Province by a booby trap. We have him in E, 1/52nd. There is some controversy about his correct unit, can anyone confirm he was with the above Company? Thanks Dick
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
Indy, In USA - Tuesday, August 30, 2005 at 13:16:07 (EDT)

GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU & WELCOME HOME! ALLWAYS LOOKING FOR ANYONE IN MY OLD UNIT. JUNE 68 JUNE 69 MY TOUR LZ THUNDER WAS MY FIRST HOME IN NAM. MY MOS WAS 11B1P MOST OF MY TOUR IN THE BUSCH AROUND DUC PHO-PINK VILLE ETC. LZ CHARLIE BROUN. MY LAST JOB WAS FO BUT I WAS A GRUNT ALL THE WAY AND PROUD UF IT!!!!!!!! THANK GOD FOR AMERICA AND OUR TROUPS. LOOKING FOR JIMMY SANDERS AND MANY MORE CALL ME 904-259-9565 OR E-MAIL GWRHODEN@YAHOO.com
GEORGE W RHODEN <www.gwrhoden@yahoo.com>
GLEN ST. MARY, FLA USA - Monday, August 29, 2005 at 11:48:49 (EDT)

HI I WASS WITH D CO. 1/52 198TH FIRST PLT. FROM AUG.68-JULY 69 DONT REMEMBER A LOT OF NAMES BUT WOULD LIKE TO HERE FROM SOME ONE FROM THE OLD UNIT
jerry forrett <jforrett68@aol.com>
syrqcuse, ny USA - Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 17:39:30 (EDT)

I served in Chu Lai and the DMZ in 1970-71 (Operation Dewey Canyon II/ Lam Son 719) as a member of the 1st/82nd Artillery HHQ Bty.
Terry Bass <TB19772003@yahoo.com>
Oklahoma City, OK USA - Sunday, August 28, 2005 at 15:56:55 (EDT)

Hello I was in the 178th ASHC 69-70 Chu Lai E-5 MOS 68D20 (powertrain). An love this web site, an tring to find anyone that was in this unit,this time period or before or after. Have picture of "Lady Willpower" while in PE. And does anyone remember going to the island "Coolray" for the day. Come on you guys and E-Mail me OK!!
Donald E Nix <Dofani2@wmconnect.com>
Springfield, Mo USA - Saturday, August 27, 2005 at 22:26:46 (EDT)

Forgot to mention, was with the 5th 46th, 198th LIB C company. In country March 68-March69
Dale Melton <dmelton@joink.com>
Casey, Il USA - Friday, August 26, 2005 at 21:00:56 (EDT)

Co C 5/46 1968-69 weapons plt Co Cpt Johnson good one.
wm grady <mgnascar8@wmconnect.com>
columbus, ga USA - Friday, August 26, 2005 at 19:57:07 (EDT)

Glad to see the site running again. Hope friends see the site and post some messages, I was with the outfit from Mar 68 to Mar 69, would like to hear from old friends
Dale Melton <dmelton@joink.com>
Casey, Il USA - Thursday, August 25, 2005 at 19:21:30 (EDT)

www.itsjustanamthing.com
marine
USA - Thursday, August 25, 2005 at 16:04:36 (EDT)

Served B2/1 196LIB Americal January 1970 to December, 1970
Michael G. (Mike) Carter <mhc357@yahoo.com>
Rockmart, GA USA - Thursday, August 25, 2005 at 07:04:16 (EDT)

BBoss Co.,Ltd is an enterprise that focuses on developing,producting and trading glass, tiffany lamp,tiffany panel, art gift and other glass products, we keep adopting advanced technology and inviting management talents, and set up CIS enterprise imange and ISO9002 quality managenent systerm,We have been widely applauded at the glass market by our nvel style,high quality products ,The gift provides a place to promote and market the work of the artisans and artists. Whether at our on-site shop or our online store, beautiful handicrafts are available for purchase to people worldwide
Paolo <web@tiffanymarket.com>
Huizhou, Guangdong China - Thursday, August 25, 2005 at 02:25:55 (EDT)

I've been waiting for a long time for the site to come back, thank you.
william m grady <mgnascar8@wmconnect.com>
columbus, ga USA - Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at 20:01:23 (EDT)

That was H-Trp 17th Armored Cav 198th LIB.
Paul Lefkowitz <Plefky@optonline>
Great Neck, NY USA - Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at 17:36:20 (EDT)

It's Great to have the Guestbook back on line. Don't forget the H-Trp 17th Armored Cavalry reunion in Alexandria Virginia, Oct. 7-11, 2005. Days' Inn Alexandria Landmark, 110 South Bragg St. Alexandria, VA 22312. Call 1-800 241-7382. Mention reunion for special rate. All former members and family are invited. KIA family members are also encouraged to attend to become part of the Cav Family. Bus trip to DC attractions to include THE WALL. Still looking for Joseph Ganci, NY. Thomas Clark, NY. William R. Bodenhamer, CA. Samuel K. Young TX. Bacilio O. Arguello, Gary Adinolfi, Richard E. Hansen. For more info call Paul (Lefty) Lefkowitz Hellcat 1/4, 7/67-7/68 #(516) 466-6313
Paul Lefkowitz <Plefky@optonline>
Great Neck, NY USA - Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at 16:57:42 (EDT)

Good to see this site back. Still looking for troops that were in the Recon plt. E co. 3/1 11th Bde on FSB 4-11 from Dec.69 to Dec.70.
Larry "chickenman" Crites <LZ411@netscape.com>
USA - Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at 10:01:04 (EDT)

D1/1 Cav unit Chu Lai 1970-1971 crew cheif on COBRA Gunships MIGHTY MOUSE 097. Would like to hear from anyone in this unit at that time frame. Where you at Charlie Locke. Would love to hear from you. KANER!!!!!! Americal
Gary Kane <kaner069@sbcglobal.net>
Meade, Ks. USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 23:34:01 (EDT)

Finance Network
Finance Network <Finance Network>
USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 23:06:20 (EDT)

1967-1968 CHU LAI 188 MAINT. THEN HQ. ON THE HILL. AMERICAL SWITCHBOARD AND CHOW DOWN. GOT TRANSFERRED THE THE FOURTH IN PLEKEU.LOOKING FOR BOB,PETE OR DAN MANN.
DUANE D. WILSON <DDW6566@AOL.COM>
BRADENTON, FLA USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 17:04:39 (EDT)

I am not of the military so i hope you don't mind me signing your guestbook. I just have a need now to say "THANK YOU" to all the vietnam veterans. I wish i could thank each one individually but i know that is impossible so i am doing it on as many sites as i can. This was my era also and since i dated a vietnam veteran a while back and started watching movies on the war and then going to web sites and reading stories and poems i did'nt realize the impact of it all back then, but most certainly do now! You guys went to hell and back and for those that made it back i want to say welcome home and give you my humble thanks from the bottom of my heart for all that you did! I cannot fathom the pain and agony you had to go through, but with watching the movies and reading stories on the sites it gives me a small idea of what you had to endure which was pure hell to me! It turns my stomach and to know when you came back all you got was ridiculed and spit upon. It tears my heart out and it was so unfair and you all deserved so much much more! You are all heroes in my eyes and it is an honor to finally have an opportunity to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart! Its all so long overdue because i know now also that you carry that hell with you inside yet and that some are slowly dying from it all to this day and that also is hard for me to stomach and can't imagine how all of you feel! I know i am a nobody to most and maybe you have heard all of this already, but for me i just need to say it and to me you all are a somebody and most of all heroes so one more time i will say "THANK YOU" from the bottom of my heart for all you have done and as Col. O'Donnell once said, "be not ashamed to love them", well i surly am not ashamed and i will say it, i love all of you and thank you for giving me this opportunity and honor to say all that i needed to say! God bless you and your families! Sincerely, Kathy
Kathy Haug <howgie54@hotmail.com>
NY USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 15:19:47 (EDT)

I was with the 4th Bn., 21st Inf., 11th Inf. Bde., Bravo Company from May 68 to may 69 In August the 19th of 68, lost best buddy James Michael Karras to land mine next to me then right after that went in to TAM KY for the last week of August 68, didnt see my other Combat Buddy and brother robert J Nilo until this year in August on the 8th and 9th we met in St Charles Mo. right outside of ST Louis mo. 37 years of looking and found him through a miricle, their is a news video of the meeting if anyone wants to see it just e mail me and Ill send it to you to watch, also a great PHOTO GALLERY to view. trying to locate all Bravo Company from 68 and 69 to have a reunion, with Captain Treadwell, Bob Nilo and Nick BACON Medal of HONOR awarded for his actions during the battle of TAM KY, so any of you other bro's out thier get ahold of me and give me an e mail shout, will get the info to others to try to have a reunion for all of us and Robert J NILO who also came over from HW., in April of 68, SFC Landry, Mike Deskin, Donnie Garrett, Greg Elam etc. awaiting your reply's (arkansas razorback) back then. Lee ns_volunteers@cox.net..welcome home brothers and Sisters
Robert Lee Horton <ns_volunteers@cox.net>
Topeka, Ks USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 14:04:05 (EDT)

Glad to see Americal Guestbook back! Thanks, guys! Echo Recon, HHC (S2 and S3Air), and C.O. Co. D, 1/46, 196 LIB, 23d ID (Americal), 1970 -1971. LZ's Maryanne and Young, and several "mini-firebases".
Tom Schmitz
Oneida, NY USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 11:25:55 (EDT)

My father Fred Lance served in Svc Btry B of the 3/18. He was stationed at Arty Hill. He was wounded when his truck hit a command detonated mine. He also was exposed to Agent Orange. He died in 2001 from the cancer it caused. I'm looking for anyone who knew him so I can begin to piece together what happened to him over there. I have been able to find Dale Albers "Sack". He was in the truck behind my dad on that fateful day. I have a lot of pictures of the guys he served with but I can't make out the names on the uniforms. Any and all help is appreciated.
Mike Lance <mlance@eacs.k12.in.us>
Fort Wayne, IN USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 11:02:05 (EDT)

Looking for information on Hershel Jack, served in the Army between 64-74 did tours in Germany and Vietnam. Please help thank you
SGT Hernandez, Joe <joe.hernandez@us.army.mil>
APO , AE USA - Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 06:34:33 (EDT)

Third Platoon, 1/6/198th June 68 - June 69. Great to have the guest book back. Fillbrant if you are out there, email me. You might get a request to verify your email from my spam blocker. Just reply and my receive list will automatically update.
Joe Schwartz <joes@texasdata.net>
Dripping Springs, TX USA - Monday, August 22, 2005 at 21:17:57 (EDT)

Nice to have the guest book back. Always enjoy seeing who's been here. B/3/16th Arty.
Dave Frayne <davecyn@cox.net>
USA - Monday, August 22, 2005 at 19:40:43 (EDT)

My thanks to those who brought the Guestbook back up. I went over from Schofield with Recon, E Co., 4th Bn, 21st Inf,11 LIB in April 68 and ended up with 2d plt A Trp,1st Sqd, 1st Cav until I had a run-in with a land mine SW of Tam Ky in July 69. The land mine won.
Bruce Mulraney <sixoscar@aol.com>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, August 22, 2005 at 19:30:15 (EDT)

great to have the guestbook back on line,i check in 3 times a day,looking for old buddys from B 1/20 11th. 1968 to 1969. great site (al)
(sgt.) al curtis <agcurtis@prodigy.net>
jackson, mi USA - Monday, August 22, 2005 at 18:41:59 (EDT)

It is great to have the guestbook back up and at em. For many years the Americal website has been the leader in locating and re- uniting Brothers of Foreign Wars. I maintain a current roster of Vietnam Veterans who served with Delta/HHC - 4/31st. We have over 400 names, address's, e - mail & phone #'s. Most recent finds are Lt. Gonzalez from 1st. platoon and Doc Pacheco who was our 2nd. platoon Medic. Please e - mail or call me for roster information. May God bless us all. Vance A. van Wieren
Vance A. van Wieren <basecampdelta431@i2k.com>
Fennville, MI USA - Monday, August 22, 2005 at 13:56:07 (EDT)

Interesting website, I was with A Co., 1/52 Inf. Battalion, 11th Brigade, Americal in the summer and fall of 71. I then went up to Da Nang and was with B Co./E Co. (at various times)of the 1/46 Inf. Battalion, 196th Inf. Brigrade.
Dave Leone <b4ucdave@yahoo.com>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Monday, August 22, 2005 at 01:26:50 (EDT)

Welcome back! Great site.
Larry Irby
USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 23:04:07 (EDT)

To start with welcome home brothers and sisters; You have a great site. Iwas with 1/61st in Quang Tri in 70/71 Station with a guy from the Americal Div His name is James Bell if anyone knows how to get in touch with him please let me know again a great site keep up the good work.
Ronnie Detty <c130jump@hotmail.com or Dettyronnie@aol.com>
Bicknell, In USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 22:17:43 (EDT)

Great to have the guest book back up and running. I was with B4/21 11th L.I.B. 4/68-4/69. Came over with the unit from Schofield Barracks,Hawaii. Was the RTO for the 2nd plt and later the company cp.
Bob Simpson <rjsimpson@gmail.com>
USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 21:40:35 (EDT)

I was with A/5/46 INF.1970-71. Hope "you all" are doing well.
Paul Spangler <paulspang@hisurfer.net>
AL USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 20:11:26 (EDT)

Hi. I was with B2/1 196th Nov,69 to 16 March 1970 when i was wounded on hill251.I went my the nickname Eggy.
Marlin E. Egeland <eggy@polarcomm.com>
Edmore, ND USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 16:45:55 (EDT)

I better put a comment in for the WW II guys while there are some of us left! Thanks , Gary
Don Ballou <dballou116@msn.com>
CHERRY HILL, NJ USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 12:12:40 (EDT)

Glad to have the guesbook back on line. Thanks from a WWII 246 FA veteran Any 246'ers out there?
William Elliott <Elliottwt@aol.com>
Hope, MI USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 11:13:29 (EDT)

G2-TMF May70 - April71 spent most of my time as a REMF. To all of my fellow Vietnam Vets, Welcome Home! To all of those currently serving in the Armed Forces, Thank you!
Art Hanley <ahanley@verizon.net>
Brewster, NY USA - Sunday, August 21, 2005 at 09:23:59 (EDT)

as I was trying to say we were about 15 mi. southwest of Tam Ky I was there from 68 through 69 right now I have the names and email addresses of 30 different men who have called Tien Phuoc home. Smiths Grove Kentucky 270-784-0059
Jerry D. Adkins <SFC Tien Phuoc @aol.com >
Smiths Grove , Kentucky USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 23:15:04 (EDT)

Bravo battery 3rd battalion 16th artillery at Special Forces Camp at Tien Phuoc about 50 mi. southwest of
Jerry D Adkins <SFC Tien Phuoc @aol.com >
Smiths Grove , Kentucky USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 23:08:07 (EDT)

I served in Vietnam from 69/70 on LZ Professional, Marry Ann, and towards the end of my tour I was sent back to the rear as Commo Sgt. Served with HHC 1/46 196 & 198 LIB 23 Americal Div. Proud to be a Vietnam Veteran & Proud of those serving today!!
Danny R Heller <dannyrheller@yahoo.com>
Hartford, WI USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 22:01:22 (EDT)

You guys did a great job in bringing the Guestbook back on line. Let me speak for the entire 132nd Infantry, WWII, in saying "Thanks a lot".
Don Wright <drwright5@cox.net>
Oklahoma City, Ok USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 22:00:46 (EDT)

C-Company, 1st Battalion 46th Infantry, 196th LIB, Chu Lai, Lz Professional. 1969-70
Ray Pierce
Aiken, SC USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 21:55:45 (EDT)

I servered with b company 4 bn 21st inf from 4/68-4/69. I've just saw robert l. horton for the first time in 37 years. If antone else served with the same outfit during my tour please contact me a brother
bob nilo <bnilo@verizon.net>
rushville, in USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 21:00:00 (EDT)

I salute all those who volunteer their services to make this guest book possible. Ron Ward A CO 1/6th 198th LIB
Ron Ward <rward307@yahoo.com>
USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 20:47:39 (EDT)

I was with "E" TROOP 1st CAV 11th INF. BDE.[DUC PHO].There has been about 200 of us "E" Troopers located as of now still looking for more.Some of us get together at Kokomo,In. the 3rd weekend in Sept. every year at their annual Vietnam Veterans Reunion.
Marv Scott <mesarge5@netscape.net>
Spencerville, Oh USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 19:52:07 (EDT)

WWll Americal division, 164th Infantry Regiment. My kudos to the men who have created this ADVA and keep it going.
Jay Roth <rohatyn66@aol.com>
Tarzana, CA USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 19:41:59 (EDT)

i served in d 3/21 oct 67 thru dec 67 and then hhc196 until oct 68. was brigade casuality reporter in chu lia, lz baldy, camp carol, and back to baldy.
jim gray <mrtirejpgatmsn.com>
bradenton, fl USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 19:29:14 (EDT)

Veteran of 2nd Platoon,E Troop, 1st Cavalry, 11th Infantry Brigade, Americal (23rd) Infantry Division, USA in VietNam and Damned proud of it. I salute our fine soldiers, sailors, airmen, marines and coasties that serve our country today. God bless the USA.
Michael F. Browning <troublemfb@hotmail.com>
Brunswick, Georgia USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 19:24:51 (EDT)

Welcome Home Bravo/4/21/11th Brigade /Americal.69-70 Where are you guys? Sgt Ski-1st and 4th platoons. Good to see yous back on line ADVA!!
Carl Zarzyski <Zarzyski@aol.com>
Ovid, MI USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 19:19:27 (EDT)

This is the new guestbook for the Americal Division Veterans Association. Please add your comments. Thank you.
Gary Noller <gnoller@aol.com>
Kerrville, TX USA - Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 18:38:54 (EDT)

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