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Name: Joann Murano
Hometown: Jackson, NJ
Date: September 14, 2013 - 09:46 PM (pacific)
I came across this site while doing a little research for my family history. Thanks to all the brave 327th men and women for your service over the years. My grandfather was a WWI veteran. PFC Emilio Aballo, Co D 327th Infantry. He was involved in the battle of St. Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne offensive. He was wounded and gassed and unfortunately experienced health issues the rest of his life. He also exemplified the bravery of the 327th as indicated in a citation from Headquarters 164th Infantry Brigade, American E.F. France (4 May 1919) which reads in part "Assisted by a comrade he captured a machine gun nest and in a hand to hand fight bayonetted the crew of five men". I have a photo of him in his uniform, the original citation (although difficult to read after years of wear) and some other documentation. If you would like copies of anything for your archive I would be more than happy to provide them.
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Name: Paul Viator Guhin
Hometown: Sioux Falls, S.D.
Date: September 12, 2013 - 04:58 PM (pacific)
I didn't hear about Frank's passing until he was long gone.
My fault for ghosting a few years. I miss our late night calls we used to have when one of us was drifting back.
May he find peace.
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Name: ronald Stephen deal
Hometown: Cleveland, tenn.
Date: September 11, 2013 - 10:11 PM (pacific)
Does anyone remember Wildman or Denny Miller1 1st 327th A co. 71/72 went back too San Mateo that was the good times Ashaw Valley was the bad times lost some good friends over there it sure don't seem like its been 40 years ago
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Name: Henry F. Beck Jr.
Hometown: Deltona, Fla
Date: September 05, 2013 - 11:07 PM (pacific)
Looking for the for the following Hawks: Pfc/SP4 Thonburg,wounded on 02-25-67, SSG Smith Hawk Plt Sgt, and Steve Childs, somewhere in Colorado. Please contact me @407-323-8898,need eyewitness to Upgrade to DSC Recommendation.
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Name: Kenneth Eugene Gillingham
Hometown: Ashtabula, Ohio
Date: September 05, 2013 - 08:01 AM (pacific)
Was with 327th a short while in mid 68. My 1st operation into the Ashau I was evacuated. Hoping to find someone who remembers me, as all my records were destroyed in a fire at records center. Will post more as I'm in the process of moving from Ft Campbell area to Ohio.
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Name: Jack Rose
Hometown: ,
Date: September 04, 2013 - 12:58 PM (pacific)
Was with 1/327 and SERTS as an Instructor on my third extension. Returned to the States with 173rd which was deactivated, then reactivated 3rd Brigade, 101st. Miss all the guys in 1/327, 326Engineers. And Cpt. Fredrick Raymond my old Boss. Call sign Freddy the Freeloader on Tiger Net. Taken from the TV series Red Skelton character, Freddy the Freeloader. One of the best Officers in the Army. Above the Rest;
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Name: Gabriel Gillingham
Hometown: Clarksville, TN
Date: September 02, 2013 - 04:03 AM (pacific)
I have never been assigned to 327 Inf, but I have been stationed at Fort Campbell and I'm a OIF Veteran. The reason I'm posting on here, is for my father. Kenneth Gillingham, He was attached to B co. 3/327 during July 1968 for another push through the A Shau. He was W.I.A. and sent from there to Japan. Of course all of his records were "burned" in the VA fire in the 70's and this is to include his purple heart his DD 214, everything. Does anyone on this site know my father, or know how I can back track all of his records, or get a hold of the casualty feeder reports from that time period?
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Name: Dodie Gaines
Hometown: Los Gatos, California
Date: September 01, 2013 - 08:35 PM (pacific)
In the section of this website that is the 2nd/327, "No Slack" is the famous photo titled "With Help from Above". The caption underneath the photo states that the central figure is Lt. Sewell. Can anyone with direct knowledge of this photo direct me to the specific individual in the photo that is Lt. Sewell. Your help is appreciated.
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Name: Dodie Gaines
Hometown: Los Gatos, California
Date: September 01, 2013 - 08:01 PM (pacific)
I was in A Co., 2nd/327, No Slack, from May 68 to May 69.
It has been a life long honor to have served shoulder to shoulder for 365 days with the boonie rats of the No Slack. I have been back to Viet Nam numerous times and look forward to communicating with any of my fellow boonie rats. May life continue to be good to all who were fortunate to have returned.
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Name: Darlynne Sandstead
Hometown: Weston, CO
Date: August 29, 2013 - 03:11 PM (pacific)
Just learned my Grandfather was part of the 327th Infantry Regiment during the Meuse-Argonne. Does ANYONE have a roster of ALL members or know where I could find one. The National Archives states 80% of the Army records were destroyed in a 1973 fire. Thank you very much.
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Name: Bill Lee Tubby
Hometown: Howe, OK
Date: August 28, 2013 - 10:07 AM (pacific)
Anyone that remembers me. I am looking for guys in B Co. 1st 502 101st Airborne Ft, Campbell, KY looking for group photo of class 6 1966 and especially Bill Bogel, Bill Lavender, Pete Lesh, Pete Krek. To Christine Crabtree knew a Crabtree but do not know what his 1st name was, so sorry for your loss.
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Name: Christine Crabtree Crabtree-Stegeman
Hometown: Green Lane, Pennsylvania
Date: August 22, 2013 - 04:18 PM (pacific)
I'm looking for stories, memories, photo's of my father Michael A Crabtree. He served in the 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment (Airborne) in 1966, the 4th Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne) in 1967 and in Nov 1967 he died serving in the 173rd Airborne Brigade.
Thank you all for your service-
The Proud daughter of
CAPT Michael Crabtree
Christine
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Name: CSM Ret Chris Fields
Hometown: ,
Date: August 22, 2013 - 08:43 AM (pacific)
NFS Reunion for No Slack Veterans brought to you by NO SLACK VETERANS
When 14 September 2013, 12:00
WHERE: 3712 Flewellyn Rd Springfield TN
What you need to bring: Liquor if you choose (mixers will be provided), Camping Chairs
What will be provided: Water, soda, light snacks, $5 Bottomless Cup for Keg Beer, Live Music provided by "Black Velvette, Karaoke, AND A PRIVATE OUTDOOR TRIBUTE SCREENING of The Hornets Nest www.thehornetsnestmovie.com
Food will be available for purchase prepared by Steve's Famous Bar-B-Qamo(prices will vary#. No Slack Merchandise will be available for purchase #Shirts, Lapel Pins etc.#
Hotel Information: Hampton Inn Springfield TN 620 22nd Ave Springfield TN #615# 384-1166
Camping is also available, you must provide tent.
This Reunion is open to ANY and ALL No Slack Veterans and their immediate Family. See you at the Reunion, NFS!!
IN ORDER TO ATTEND THE NFS REUNION, YOU MUST RSVP to noslack2327@yahoo.com, #770)654-0605, (615)717-5725
THIS EVENT IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
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Name: Melvin L Bailey
Hometown: Sterling, Alaska
Date: August 20, 2013 - 02:48 PM (pacific)
B Co,2/327 (1968) Will miss the Gathering of Eagles in a NFS gathering 9/14 in Springfield. Tenn and the one in Branson, Mo the next week because of the logistics. They are both off the beaten path andexpensive to travel to. I will again gather with Buzzard, Rock & California in Las Vegas in October. Just a word to those who may be planning a reunion: please consider the distance from a major airport and ease of access for attendees.
Above the Rest;
No Slack,
Mel
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Name: Lloyd D Reagan
Hometown: Union, Oregon
Date: August 17, 2013 - 05:04 PM (pacific)
A/2/327inf 101st airborn Vietnam April 1966-may 1967
Name: James wesley etchison
Hometown: Queens Village, New York
Date: August 13, 2013 - 11:15 PM (pacific)
In early "66, I was a gunner on Huey that landed at Phan Rang bringing some troops back from field. We shutdown and walking back to ship, came within ten-fifteen yards of college buddy that lived across hall from me at University of Arkansas in "62. We were the best of friends at college, but yet at Phan Rang encounter, could only stare at each other. I still feel that moment today, almost 50 years later. I left college after first semester and didn't see him anymore until Phan Rang day. I believe he had LT bars sewn in fatigues and was with four or five troops appearing to either just be coming in or going out on mission. As our Huey took-off with myself in gunner position, our stares were locked on each other until out of sight.
Above being the reason, is there anyway I can get a rooster of the guys stationed there (February -July "66) in an attempt to find his name. The only name I have to go by is "Roy" and believe he was a first Lt.
I really appreciate your time, for I have spent years trying to put this to rest.
Jim Etchison
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Name: FRANK DEVINCENZO
Hometown: ,
Date: August 12, 2013 - 04:23 PM (pacific)
GREG DID YOU SERVE WITH B CO OR C CO????
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Name: FRANK DEVINCENZO
Hometown: bostonMASS, MASS
Date: August 12, 2013 - 04:20 PM (pacific)
JESSE WADE TAYLOR LIVES IN SOUTH CAROLINA, I TALKED TO HIM BACK IN APRIL. I HAD HIS PHONE AND E MAIL BUT I MISPLACED IT WHEN I WAS MOVING. WHEN I FIND IT I WILL E MAIL IT TO YOU.
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Name: james david parrish
Hometown: Tipton, Indiana
Date: August 12, 2013 - 01:44 PM (pacific)
I have not been on here for awhile, but glad this site is still here. Since I last was on here I have moved and have a new email address. Anyone from B/2/ 327 can reach me at the email or phone number
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Name: Greg Whitlock
Hometown: ,
Date: August 11, 2013 - 04:35 PM (pacific)
Just wanted to let everybody know of the passing of one of our Brothers. Carl Coulthard B 1/327. I recieved an email yesterday from his wife Marla.
Carl has made his "Rendezvous With Destiny"
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Name: Ronald Rankins
Hometown: ,
Date: August 09, 2013 - 01:55 PM (pacific)
Michael Oconnell - Do you remember a Brother named Clyde Hayslette?
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Name: john brennan
Hometown: ,
Date: August 09, 2013 - 06:47 AM (pacific)
Pre-sale orders are now being taken by the author of VIETNAM WAR HELICOPTER ART, VOL 2 (Stackpole Books). The book is set for release on February 1st, 2014. Signed copies are available by check or PayPal for $24 which includes free shipping. PayPal however requires $1.00 additional fee.
Also available for sale are U.S. ARMY HELICOPTER NAMES IN VIETNAM ($28.00) and VIETNAM WAR HELICOPTER ART, VOL 1 ($25.00). Orders by check are to be made payable to: John Brennan @ 17355 Via Annette, San Lorenzo, CA 94580. Thank you, John Brennan, former SP5, 114th AHC, 1970-71, Vinh Long AAF, Mekong Delta
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Name: Anthony Saucedo
Hometown: Amarillo, Tx
Date: August 06, 2013 - 12:17 PM (pacific)
Looking for Daniel K. Sullivan
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Name: Roberta Lyn Olson
Hometown: Olympia , WA
Date: August 06, 2013 - 08:56 AM (pacific)
I am trying to help my father (LLOYD ROBERT OLSON) find a guy (Staff Sargent - JESSE WADE TAYLOR JR.) that he served with Vietnam. Between the years 1967-68. Both were in the 101st Airborne 1/327 Parachute Infantry. Company C. Any information would be very helpful.
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Name: rene aries
Hometown: ,
Date: August 04, 2013 - 12:06 PM (pacific)
to Mike Cariglio...hey, aries here. send me an email. i've got the connects to the rest of the gang.abuaries@yahoo.com abu aries
Hometown: Jackson, NJ
Date: September 14, 2013 - 09:46 PM (pacific)
I came across this site while doing a little research for my family history. Thanks to all the brave 327th men and women for your service over the years. My grandfather was a WWI veteran. PFC Emilio Aballo, Co D 327th Infantry. He was involved in the battle of St. Mihiel and the Meuse-Argonne offensive. He was wounded and gassed and unfortunately experienced health issues the rest of his life. He also exemplified the bravery of the 327th as indicated in a citation from Headquarters 164th Infantry Brigade, American E.F. France (4 May 1919) which reads in part "Assisted by a comrade he captured a machine gun nest and in a hand to hand fight bayonetted the crew of five men". I have a photo of him in his uniform, the original citation (although difficult to read after years of wear) and some other documentation. If you would like copies of anything for your archive I would be more than happy to provide them.
________________________________________
Name: Paul Viator Guhin
Hometown: Sioux Falls, S.D.
Date: September 12, 2013 - 04:58 PM (pacific)
I didn't hear about Frank's passing until he was long gone.
My fault for ghosting a few years. I miss our late night calls we used to have when one of us was drifting back.
May he find peace.
________________________________________
Name: ronald Stephen deal
Hometown: Cleveland, tenn.
Date: September 11, 2013 - 10:11 PM (pacific)
Does anyone remember Wildman or Denny Miller1 1st 327th A co. 71/72 went back too San Mateo that was the good times Ashaw Valley was the bad times lost some good friends over there it sure don't seem like its been 40 years ago
________________________________________
Name: Henry F. Beck Jr.
Hometown: Deltona, Fla
Date: September 05, 2013 - 11:07 PM (pacific)
Looking for the for the following Hawks: Pfc/SP4 Thonburg,wounded on 02-25-67, SSG Smith Hawk Plt Sgt, and Steve Childs, somewhere in Colorado. Please contact me @407-323-8898,need eyewitness to Upgrade to DSC Recommendation.
________________________________________
Name: Kenneth Eugene Gillingham
Hometown: Ashtabula, Ohio
Date: September 05, 2013 - 08:01 AM (pacific)
Was with 327th a short while in mid 68. My 1st operation into the Ashau I was evacuated. Hoping to find someone who remembers me, as all my records were destroyed in a fire at records center. Will post more as I'm in the process of moving from Ft Campbell area to Ohio.
________________________________________
Name: Jack Rose
Hometown: ,
Date: September 04, 2013 - 12:58 PM (pacific)
Was with 1/327 and SERTS as an Instructor on my third extension. Returned to the States with 173rd which was deactivated, then reactivated 3rd Brigade, 101st. Miss all the guys in 1/327, 326Engineers. And Cpt. Fredrick Raymond my old Boss. Call sign Freddy the Freeloader on Tiger Net. Taken from the TV series Red Skelton character, Freddy the Freeloader. One of the best Officers in the Army. Above the Rest;
________________________________________
Name: Gabriel Gillingham
Hometown: Clarksville, TN
Date: September 02, 2013 - 04:03 AM (pacific)
I have never been assigned to 327 Inf, but I have been stationed at Fort Campbell and I'm a OIF Veteran. The reason I'm posting on here, is for my father. Kenneth Gillingham, He was attached to B co. 3/327 during July 1968 for another push through the A Shau. He was W.I.A. and sent from there to Japan. Of course all of his records were "burned" in the VA fire in the 70's and this is to include his purple heart his DD 214, everything. Does anyone on this site know my father, or know how I can back track all of his records, or get a hold of the casualty feeder reports from that time period?
________________________________________
Name: Dodie Gaines
Hometown: Los Gatos, California
Date: September 01, 2013 - 08:35 PM (pacific)
In the section of this website that is the 2nd/327, "No Slack" is the famous photo titled "With Help from Above". The caption underneath the photo states that the central figure is Lt. Sewell. Can anyone with direct knowledge of this photo direct me to the specific individual in the photo that is Lt. Sewell. Your help is appreciated.
________________________________________
Name: Dodie Gaines
Hometown: Los Gatos, California
Date: September 01, 2013 - 08:01 PM (pacific)
I was in A Co., 2nd/327, No Slack, from May 68 to May 69.
It has been a life long honor to have served shoulder to shoulder for 365 days with the boonie rats of the No Slack. I have been back to Viet Nam numerous times and look forward to communicating with any of my fellow boonie rats. May life continue to be good to all who were fortunate to have returned.
________________________________________
Name: Darlynne Sandstead
Hometown: Weston, CO
Date: August 29, 2013 - 03:11 PM (pacific)
Just learned my Grandfather was part of the 327th Infantry Regiment during the Meuse-Argonne. Does ANYONE have a roster of ALL members or know where I could find one. The National Archives states 80% of the Army records were destroyed in a 1973 fire. Thank you very much.
________________________________________
Name: Bill Lee Tubby
Hometown: Howe, OK
Date: August 28, 2013 - 10:07 AM (pacific)
Anyone that remembers me. I am looking for guys in B Co. 1st 502 101st Airborne Ft, Campbell, KY looking for group photo of class 6 1966 and especially Bill Bogel, Bill Lavender, Pete Lesh, Pete Krek. To Christine Crabtree knew a Crabtree but do not know what his 1st name was, so sorry for your loss.
________________________________________
Name: Christine Crabtree Crabtree-Stegeman
Hometown: Green Lane, Pennsylvania
Date: August 22, 2013 - 04:18 PM (pacific)
I'm looking for stories, memories, photo's of my father Michael A Crabtree. He served in the 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Regiment (Airborne) in 1966, the 4th Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment (Airborne) in 1967 and in Nov 1967 he died serving in the 173rd Airborne Brigade.
Thank you all for your service-
The Proud daughter of
CAPT Michael Crabtree
Christine
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Name: CSM Ret Chris Fields
Hometown: ,
Date: August 22, 2013 - 08:43 AM (pacific)
NFS Reunion for No Slack Veterans brought to you by NO SLACK VETERANS
When 14 September 2013, 12:00
WHERE: 3712 Flewellyn Rd Springfield TN
What you need to bring: Liquor if you choose (mixers will be provided), Camping Chairs
What will be provided: Water, soda, light snacks, $5 Bottomless Cup for Keg Beer, Live Music provided by "Black Velvette, Karaoke, AND A PRIVATE OUTDOOR TRIBUTE SCREENING of The Hornets Nest www.thehornetsnestmovie.com
Food will be available for purchase prepared by Steve's Famous Bar-B-Qamo(prices will vary#. No Slack Merchandise will be available for purchase #Shirts, Lapel Pins etc.#
Hotel Information: Hampton Inn Springfield TN 620 22nd Ave Springfield TN #615# 384-1166
Camping is also available, you must provide tent.
This Reunion is open to ANY and ALL No Slack Veterans and their immediate Family. See you at the Reunion, NFS!!
IN ORDER TO ATTEND THE NFS REUNION, YOU MUST RSVP to noslack2327@yahoo.com, #770)654-0605, (615)717-5725
THIS EVENT IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
________________________________________
Name: Melvin L Bailey
Hometown: Sterling, Alaska
Date: August 20, 2013 - 02:48 PM (pacific)
B Co,2/327 (1968) Will miss the Gathering of Eagles in a NFS gathering 9/14 in Springfield. Tenn and the one in Branson, Mo the next week because of the logistics. They are both off the beaten path andexpensive to travel to. I will again gather with Buzzard, Rock & California in Las Vegas in October. Just a word to those who may be planning a reunion: please consider the distance from a major airport and ease of access for attendees.
Above the Rest;
No Slack,
Mel
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Name: Lloyd D Reagan
Hometown: Union, Oregon
Date: August 17, 2013 - 05:04 PM (pacific)
A/2/327inf 101st airborn Vietnam April 1966-may 1967
Name: James wesley etchison
Hometown: Queens Village, New York
Date: August 13, 2013 - 11:15 PM (pacific)
In early "66, I was a gunner on Huey that landed at Phan Rang bringing some troops back from field. We shutdown and walking back to ship, came within ten-fifteen yards of college buddy that lived across hall from me at University of Arkansas in "62. We were the best of friends at college, but yet at Phan Rang encounter, could only stare at each other. I still feel that moment today, almost 50 years later. I left college after first semester and didn't see him anymore until Phan Rang day. I believe he had LT bars sewn in fatigues and was with four or five troops appearing to either just be coming in or going out on mission. As our Huey took-off with myself in gunner position, our stares were locked on each other until out of sight.
Above being the reason, is there anyway I can get a rooster of the guys stationed there (February -July "66) in an attempt to find his name. The only name I have to go by is "Roy" and believe he was a first Lt.
I really appreciate your time, for I have spent years trying to put this to rest.
Jim Etchison
________________________________________
Name: FRANK DEVINCENZO
Hometown: ,
Date: August 12, 2013 - 04:23 PM (pacific)
GREG DID YOU SERVE WITH B CO OR C CO????
________________________________________
Name: FRANK DEVINCENZO
Hometown: bostonMASS, MASS
Date: August 12, 2013 - 04:20 PM (pacific)
JESSE WADE TAYLOR LIVES IN SOUTH CAROLINA, I TALKED TO HIM BACK IN APRIL. I HAD HIS PHONE AND E MAIL BUT I MISPLACED IT WHEN I WAS MOVING. WHEN I FIND IT I WILL E MAIL IT TO YOU.
________________________________________
Name: james david parrish
Hometown: Tipton, Indiana
Date: August 12, 2013 - 01:44 PM (pacific)
I have not been on here for awhile, but glad this site is still here. Since I last was on here I have moved and have a new email address. Anyone from B/2/ 327 can reach me at the email or phone number
________________________________________
Name: Greg Whitlock
Hometown: ,
Date: August 11, 2013 - 04:35 PM (pacific)
Just wanted to let everybody know of the passing of one of our Brothers. Carl Coulthard B 1/327. I recieved an email yesterday from his wife Marla.
Carl has made his "Rendezvous With Destiny"
________________________________________
Name: Ronald Rankins
Hometown: ,
Date: August 09, 2013 - 01:55 PM (pacific)
Michael Oconnell - Do you remember a Brother named Clyde Hayslette?
________________________________________
Name: john brennan
Hometown: ,
Date: August 09, 2013 - 06:47 AM (pacific)
Pre-sale orders are now being taken by the author of VIETNAM WAR HELICOPTER ART, VOL 2 (Stackpole Books). The book is set for release on February 1st, 2014. Signed copies are available by check or PayPal for $24 which includes free shipping. PayPal however requires $1.00 additional fee.
Also available for sale are U.S. ARMY HELICOPTER NAMES IN VIETNAM ($28.00) and VIETNAM WAR HELICOPTER ART, VOL 1 ($25.00). Orders by check are to be made payable to: John Brennan @ 17355 Via Annette, San Lorenzo, CA 94580. Thank you, John Brennan, former SP5, 114th AHC, 1970-71, Vinh Long AAF, Mekong Delta
________________________________________
Name: Anthony Saucedo
Hometown: Amarillo, Tx
Date: August 06, 2013 - 12:17 PM (pacific)
Looking for Daniel K. Sullivan
________________________________________
Name: Roberta Lyn Olson
Hometown: Olympia , WA
Date: August 06, 2013 - 08:56 AM (pacific)
I am trying to help my father (LLOYD ROBERT OLSON) find a guy (Staff Sargent - JESSE WADE TAYLOR JR.) that he served with Vietnam. Between the years 1967-68. Both were in the 101st Airborne 1/327 Parachute Infantry. Company C. Any information would be very helpful.
________________________________________
Name: rene aries
Hometown: ,
Date: August 04, 2013 - 12:06 PM (pacific)
to Mike Cariglio...hey, aries here. send me an email. i've got the connects to the rest of the gang.abuaries@yahoo.com abu aries
