wrote on January 14, 2012
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9:11 pm
Name: Isaiah M M Kidwell
Hometown: ,
Date: January 14, 2012 - 12:30 AM (pacific)
4 To the front 6 to the rear what the hell are we doing here
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Name: terry l gray
Hometown: ,
Date: January 13, 2012 - 10:11 PM (pacific)
june 66 thru mothers day 67
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Name: Ranger Tom Carpenter
Hometown: Carrollton, MO
Date: January 13, 2012 - 09:26 PM (pacific)
I am looking for photos of KIA Louis Thomas Ortiz. I am doing a story about him and don't have any photos. Ortiz served with Delta, No Slack (2/327th). He was killed by a sniper on 30 Sept 69. Besides photos, I would appreciate any other info about Louis Ortez. No Slack, Ranger Tom
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Name: joe daugherty
Hometown: morgantown, ky
Date: January 12, 2012 - 04:11 PM (pacific)
was in nam 68-69 1st 327 infrantry wounded sent to rear at cam ron bay became a serts black hat where i taught night time ambush for 3 mos. untill i came home, i hope that my teaching new recruits coming in to the country helped them leave the country and returm home to their family. take care my vets. sgt daugherty.
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Name: Charles Dulick
Hometown: ,
Date: January 09, 2012 - 10:49 AM (pacific)
I was proud to be in the 101st 327 infantry. Every time I see our boys and girls going to war I to want to go back and help. Once Cold Steel is in your blood you never turn your back on a friend, you just always want to help them. God Bless the U.S.A
________________________________________
Name: Angela Lynn Emory nee' Harris
Hometown: Powell, TN
Date: January 02, 2012 - 02:03 AM (pacific)
My father served in the 101st in 67-68 in Vietnam. I was born while he was in 'nam so I don't know which battalion, but I'm desperately looking for his service records. He has since passed away of a devastating cancer. We are 5th generation Army (except me, as a girl), but my son is just getting started and I'm trying to put together all the service records for my father, grandfather, great-grandfather, etc for my son. I cannot find my father's info. Can you help?
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Name: William Ricki Spruill
Hometown: Smithfield, VA
Date: December 31, 2011 - 06:52 PM (pacific)
I was in the 101st Airborne, 1/327 Infantry, Headquaters Company in 1981 and 1982 and am looking for any information about service mates.
________________________________________
Name: John de Anda
Hometown: ,
Date: December 31, 2011 - 04:41 PM (pacific)
I was SPC. Deanda, and I served in 2nd platoon C Co. 2/327 No Slack Batallion from 1988-1990, just missed going to Desert Storm by 1 day. I'm looking for friends from that period. Send me an email if you know me.
________________________________________
Name: Marvin Charles Kostelecky
Hometown: Roy, Montana
Date: December 30, 2011 - 11:46 AM (pacific)
I was with the 101st Airborne 327th Infantry in 1968. I was in the 1st Brigade, 1st Batallion, A Company, Screaming Eagles. I was wounded on December 23, 1968. Every year Chummer Christenson calls me to make sure I am still ok. I retired this year so hopefully I can catch up with everyone in the near future.
________________________________________
Name: Mitchell Errebo
Hometown: , Kansas
Date: December 29, 2011 - 07:13 PM (pacific)
Hi, my name is Mitchell Errebo, I was a first cousin of Butch Kobbeman's. I have found another website with "Butch Kobberman" on the roster. It was spelled "Kobberman" but I assume it was spelled wrong. I know he served in the Tiger Force in 67'-68' but know really nothing else. He passed away in 1990. If you can give any insight of your service with him it would be much appreciated. I am from Lincoln, Kansas where Butch grew up. Thanks Mitchell Errebo
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Name: thomas galen mcclurkin
Hometown: cairo, nebraska
Date: December 27, 2011 - 04:30 PM (pacific)
na.
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Name: Topher Cisar
Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD
Date: December 26, 2011 - 10:40 PM (pacific)
My dad, Don Cisar, was involved in the clean up of the Christmas Eve 1970 accident. I know that he carried that memory with him the rest of his life. This is now my 2nd Christmas with out him and I still miss him very much. Thanks to all of you who have sent me your memeories of my dad, and even those of you who didn't know him, thanks for your kind words. Merry Christmas, I hope all of you are well and good. God Bless
________________________________________
Name: Doug Wright
Hometown: , Oregon
Date: December 26, 2011 - 08:06 PM (pacific)
I was on Firebase Tomahawk in June of '70. Just recently found this site. Please contact me.
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Name: Mil thornton
Hometown: ,
Date: December 26, 2011 - 04:38 PM (pacific)
Admin. Would you please add to previous christmas eve story I posted. These are the remaining 4 that were killed and should be recognized with the others if you can do that. Thanks.
* SGT THOMAS G NOBLE, born 23 December, 1948. Entered Army 22 April, 1969 until death. Survived by his wife, Mrs. Janice Nugent. hometown Marksville, Louisiana.
* PFC VERN ERIC ODOM JR. born 22 July 1949. Entered Army 17 June 1970 until death. survived b y parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vern E. Odom Sr. Hometown Wheaton, Illinois.
* PFC WESLEY L. PHILLIPS born 3 December, 1950. Entered Army 6 February 1970 until death. Survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. Lauris W Phillips. Hometown Orangeburg, South Carolina.
* SP4 STEVE POHANCEK born 1 January 1949. Entered Army 27 October 1969 until death. Survived by brother Ronald Phancek. Hometown Oaklawn, Illinois
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Name: charles wallace
Hometown: key west, fl
Date: December 24, 2011 - 01:16 AM (pacific)
every one says im getting a little old and grouchie = but i still love this time of year - MERRY CHRISTMAS GUYS - ABOVE THE REST AND MOSTLY MAY GOD BLESS
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Name: Patrick Eugene Hosler
Hometown: Selma, NC
Date: December 23, 2011 - 11:33 PM (pacific)
Looking for anyone who knew my father, Franklin Eugene Hosler. He was KIA possibly near Tuy Hoa. That is where he was when he wrote his last letter on March 30, 1966. Five days before his casualty date 4/4/66. Pls contact me at your convience, day or nite.
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Name: Mil Thornton
Hometown: Payson, Az.
Date: December 23, 2011 - 07:46 PM (pacific)
This is a rough time of year for myself and many of my Veteran Brothers that served with me in Vietnam. A lot has been happening the past couple of months to cause me to make this tribute to 12 Vietnam brothers from A-Co, 1/327, 101st Infantry Division that were either injured or killed on December 24, 1970. I will be posting a few names each day until Christmas eve at 5:45 when I traditionally light a candle to remember those that fell that evening.
On Dec. 24, 1970, Alpha company was deployed in the Jungle around Firebase Bastogne in I-Corps. There would be a 24 hour cease fire observed for the Christmas holiday. The enemy had already shown that they would use these times to launch offensives hoping to catch our guard down. So all firebases were protected by various Infantry units stationed around them as security. Our Co. was 3 platoons strong. Each platoon took up positions along a ridgeline that was very dence jungle. The 2nd platoon was our most experienced platoon at the time and so a new platoon leader was assigned to them so he could cut his teeth and learn from the platoon of the things that were never taught in infantry school. Each platoon was setting up what we called our Night Defensive Fire positions around our NDP (night defensive perimeter). We were setting predetermined coordinates for artillary support to be able to be called in should the enemy decide to strike in the middle of the night. 2nd platoons new platoon leader did not follow the proper procedures in the field and called a howitzer 105, high explosive artillery round on top of his and the platoons postion. There were 12 injured and 9 killed. within 3 days there would be 3 others that would die to leave 12 dead and 9 severely wounded. This incident has been in our memories for a very long time and those that survived that event and those that had to do the clean up of the incident on Christmas Day will never forget. Recently I have been in contact with the gun crew that fired the artilery round that struck 2nd platoon. They have been suffering for 41 years with thinking that they killed those men without knowing all the details. Alpha Company of 1/327 never blamed the Arty guys and I want them all to know that we understand their grief and pain but it is time for healing now.
There are much more details to the story of pre and post incident but for this purpose it is not necessary to post it here. I will name 4 of the young men that were lost that day. It is our job to Remember them for giving their all.
*
Sp4 ANTHONY A. BRESE, born 30 June 1948. Entered Army on 19, September 1969 and served until death. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony P. Brese. Hometown, Blasdall, New York.
*
Sp4 PAUL J. D'AMATO. born 14 January 1949. Entered Army on 27 January 1970 until death. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs. Paul J D'Amato. Hometown, Agawam, Massachusetts.
*
Sp4 GREGORY W. FELKER, born 6 October 1950. Entered Army 3 February 1970 until death. Suvived by parents Mr and Mrs. Pural C. Felker. Hometown, Bay City Michigan.
*
PFC KENNETH GRIFFIN, born 9 August 1948. Entered Army on 18 May 1970 until death. Survived by wife, Mrs Ernestine Griffin. Hometown Texarkana, Arkansas.
PFC JAIME LABOY. Born 19 March 1947. Entered Army 14 july 1968 and served until his death. Survived by his wife, Mrs. Louise S. Laboy. Hometown, New York.
* SP4 LARRY M HEEN, born 12 January 1950. Entered Army 29 May 1969 served until his death. Survived by wife, Mrs. Connie Heen and Son born just after death. Hometown Moses Lake, Washington.
* PFC CALVIN D MACK, Born 10 August 1949. Entered Army 30 March 1970 until his death. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mrsl George Mack Jr. Hometown Ft. Supher, Louisiana.
* SP4 THOMAS G NOBLE. Born 25 October 1949. Entered Army on 2 September 1969 until his death. Survived by Parents Mr. and Mrs William E Noble. Hometown Minneapolis, Minnesota.
* NEVER FORGET!!!
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Name: Paul Shaffer
Hometown: Charleston, WV
Date: December 23, 2011 - 07:34 PM (pacific)
A merry Christmas to Angie
________________________________________
Name: Jenaro Colon Rodriguez
Hometown: Arecibo, Puerto Rico
Date: December 23, 2011 - 06:06 PM (pacific)
327
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Name: Jim VanLone
Hometown: Kenosha, WI
Date: December 23, 2011 - 05:41 PM (pacific)
Greetings to all, served 3-64 thru 7-66. 3rd Plt, C Co. 1st Bn.
________________________________________
Name: Angelika B.
Hometown: Berlin,
Date: December 23, 2011 - 01:29 PM (pacific)
Hi out there,
wish you all a very happy and peaceful Christmas.
Angelika
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Name: FRANK DEVINCENZO
Hometown: plainville, mass.
Date: December 23, 2011 - 12:06 PM (pacific)
i want to wish all the brothers who served with the101st. a merry x- mass and a happy new year..
________________________________________
Name: RICH WALSH
Hometown: BOSTON, MASS
Date: December 21, 2011 - 02:17 PM (pacific)
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MY AIRBORNE BROTHERS..
________________________________________
Name: Isaiah M Kidwell
Hometown: ,
Date: December 20, 2011 - 01:08 AM (pacific)
I was reading an artical in side the wire where some of the Coke & Pepsi kids were murered because of being friends with the GIs at Nuoc Ngot bridge. Perhaps this is true i dont know, but a can say this we killed some VC in an ambush we pulled there wallets to get intell and found pictures of two of the Pepsi & Coke kids. I was all ways carefull what info i gave ,like where you go to night. After that i was real carefull
No Slasck
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Name: mil Thornton
Hometown: ,
Date: December 18, 2011 - 07:48 PM (pacific)
To Rod Smith.
Rod. You might want to check your facts on your Chinook crash report. That chinook crash has been well documented and recorded with the names of 34 that parished that day. I take offense to your light hearted references to a mission gone bad by OUR brothers. They were by no means rear echalon or cooks and clerks. They were A co. 1/327 Grunts. The company commander along with several others that I served in the field with just weeks before the accident were on that bird. If you don't have facts then don't post. Look in the stories on the 327 website here for the facts. You will find the chinook crash of Thanksgiving day 1971. And sir you owe an apology to A company and gratitude that you were not on that bird that was shot down by enemy fire.
Above the Rest means integrity above all.
God,Duty,Country.
ABU
Hometown: ,
Date: January 14, 2012 - 12:30 AM (pacific)
4 To the front 6 to the rear what the hell are we doing here
________________________________________
Name: terry l gray
Hometown: ,
Date: January 13, 2012 - 10:11 PM (pacific)
june 66 thru mothers day 67
________________________________________
Name: Ranger Tom Carpenter
Hometown: Carrollton, MO
Date: January 13, 2012 - 09:26 PM (pacific)
I am looking for photos of KIA Louis Thomas Ortiz. I am doing a story about him and don't have any photos. Ortiz served with Delta, No Slack (2/327th). He was killed by a sniper on 30 Sept 69. Besides photos, I would appreciate any other info about Louis Ortez. No Slack, Ranger Tom
________________________________________
Name: joe daugherty
Hometown: morgantown, ky
Date: January 12, 2012 - 04:11 PM (pacific)
was in nam 68-69 1st 327 infrantry wounded sent to rear at cam ron bay became a serts black hat where i taught night time ambush for 3 mos. untill i came home, i hope that my teaching new recruits coming in to the country helped them leave the country and returm home to their family. take care my vets. sgt daugherty.
________________________________________
Name: Charles Dulick
Hometown: ,
Date: January 09, 2012 - 10:49 AM (pacific)
I was proud to be in the 101st 327 infantry. Every time I see our boys and girls going to war I to want to go back and help. Once Cold Steel is in your blood you never turn your back on a friend, you just always want to help them. God Bless the U.S.A
________________________________________
Name: Angela Lynn Emory nee' Harris
Hometown: Powell, TN
Date: January 02, 2012 - 02:03 AM (pacific)
My father served in the 101st in 67-68 in Vietnam. I was born while he was in 'nam so I don't know which battalion, but I'm desperately looking for his service records. He has since passed away of a devastating cancer. We are 5th generation Army (except me, as a girl), but my son is just getting started and I'm trying to put together all the service records for my father, grandfather, great-grandfather, etc for my son. I cannot find my father's info. Can you help?
________________________________________
Name: William Ricki Spruill
Hometown: Smithfield, VA
Date: December 31, 2011 - 06:52 PM (pacific)
I was in the 101st Airborne, 1/327 Infantry, Headquaters Company in 1981 and 1982 and am looking for any information about service mates.
________________________________________
Name: John de Anda
Hometown: ,
Date: December 31, 2011 - 04:41 PM (pacific)
I was SPC. Deanda, and I served in 2nd platoon C Co. 2/327 No Slack Batallion from 1988-1990, just missed going to Desert Storm by 1 day. I'm looking for friends from that period. Send me an email if you know me.
________________________________________
Name: Marvin Charles Kostelecky
Hometown: Roy, Montana
Date: December 30, 2011 - 11:46 AM (pacific)
I was with the 101st Airborne 327th Infantry in 1968. I was in the 1st Brigade, 1st Batallion, A Company, Screaming Eagles. I was wounded on December 23, 1968. Every year Chummer Christenson calls me to make sure I am still ok. I retired this year so hopefully I can catch up with everyone in the near future.
________________________________________
Name: Mitchell Errebo
Hometown: , Kansas
Date: December 29, 2011 - 07:13 PM (pacific)
Hi, my name is Mitchell Errebo, I was a first cousin of Butch Kobbeman's. I have found another website with "Butch Kobberman" on the roster. It was spelled "Kobberman" but I assume it was spelled wrong. I know he served in the Tiger Force in 67'-68' but know really nothing else. He passed away in 1990. If you can give any insight of your service with him it would be much appreciated. I am from Lincoln, Kansas where Butch grew up. Thanks Mitchell Errebo
________________________________________
Name: thomas galen mcclurkin
Hometown: cairo, nebraska
Date: December 27, 2011 - 04:30 PM (pacific)
na.
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Name: Topher Cisar
Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD
Date: December 26, 2011 - 10:40 PM (pacific)
My dad, Don Cisar, was involved in the clean up of the Christmas Eve 1970 accident. I know that he carried that memory with him the rest of his life. This is now my 2nd Christmas with out him and I still miss him very much. Thanks to all of you who have sent me your memeories of my dad, and even those of you who didn't know him, thanks for your kind words. Merry Christmas, I hope all of you are well and good. God Bless
________________________________________
Name: Doug Wright
Hometown: , Oregon
Date: December 26, 2011 - 08:06 PM (pacific)
I was on Firebase Tomahawk in June of '70. Just recently found this site. Please contact me.
________________________________________
Name: Mil thornton
Hometown: ,
Date: December 26, 2011 - 04:38 PM (pacific)
Admin. Would you please add to previous christmas eve story I posted. These are the remaining 4 that were killed and should be recognized with the others if you can do that. Thanks.
* SGT THOMAS G NOBLE, born 23 December, 1948. Entered Army 22 April, 1969 until death. Survived by his wife, Mrs. Janice Nugent. hometown Marksville, Louisiana.
* PFC VERN ERIC ODOM JR. born 22 July 1949. Entered Army 17 June 1970 until death. survived b y parents, Mr. and Mrs. Vern E. Odom Sr. Hometown Wheaton, Illinois.
* PFC WESLEY L. PHILLIPS born 3 December, 1950. Entered Army 6 February 1970 until death. Survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. Lauris W Phillips. Hometown Orangeburg, South Carolina.
* SP4 STEVE POHANCEK born 1 January 1949. Entered Army 27 October 1969 until death. Survived by brother Ronald Phancek. Hometown Oaklawn, Illinois
________________________________________
Name: charles wallace
Hometown: key west, fl
Date: December 24, 2011 - 01:16 AM (pacific)
every one says im getting a little old and grouchie = but i still love this time of year - MERRY CHRISTMAS GUYS - ABOVE THE REST AND MOSTLY MAY GOD BLESS
________________________________________
Name: Patrick Eugene Hosler
Hometown: Selma, NC
Date: December 23, 2011 - 11:33 PM (pacific)
Looking for anyone who knew my father, Franklin Eugene Hosler. He was KIA possibly near Tuy Hoa. That is where he was when he wrote his last letter on March 30, 1966. Five days before his casualty date 4/4/66. Pls contact me at your convience, day or nite.
________________________________________
Name: Mil Thornton
Hometown: Payson, Az.
Date: December 23, 2011 - 07:46 PM (pacific)
This is a rough time of year for myself and many of my Veteran Brothers that served with me in Vietnam. A lot has been happening the past couple of months to cause me to make this tribute to 12 Vietnam brothers from A-Co, 1/327, 101st Infantry Division that were either injured or killed on December 24, 1970. I will be posting a few names each day until Christmas eve at 5:45 when I traditionally light a candle to remember those that fell that evening.
On Dec. 24, 1970, Alpha company was deployed in the Jungle around Firebase Bastogne in I-Corps. There would be a 24 hour cease fire observed for the Christmas holiday. The enemy had already shown that they would use these times to launch offensives hoping to catch our guard down. So all firebases were protected by various Infantry units stationed around them as security. Our Co. was 3 platoons strong. Each platoon took up positions along a ridgeline that was very dence jungle. The 2nd platoon was our most experienced platoon at the time and so a new platoon leader was assigned to them so he could cut his teeth and learn from the platoon of the things that were never taught in infantry school. Each platoon was setting up what we called our Night Defensive Fire positions around our NDP (night defensive perimeter). We were setting predetermined coordinates for artillary support to be able to be called in should the enemy decide to strike in the middle of the night. 2nd platoons new platoon leader did not follow the proper procedures in the field and called a howitzer 105, high explosive artillery round on top of his and the platoons postion. There were 12 injured and 9 killed. within 3 days there would be 3 others that would die to leave 12 dead and 9 severely wounded. This incident has been in our memories for a very long time and those that survived that event and those that had to do the clean up of the incident on Christmas Day will never forget. Recently I have been in contact with the gun crew that fired the artilery round that struck 2nd platoon. They have been suffering for 41 years with thinking that they killed those men without knowing all the details. Alpha Company of 1/327 never blamed the Arty guys and I want them all to know that we understand their grief and pain but it is time for healing now.
There are much more details to the story of pre and post incident but for this purpose it is not necessary to post it here. I will name 4 of the young men that were lost that day. It is our job to Remember them for giving their all.
*
Sp4 ANTHONY A. BRESE, born 30 June 1948. Entered Army on 19, September 1969 and served until death. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony P. Brese. Hometown, Blasdall, New York.
*
Sp4 PAUL J. D'AMATO. born 14 January 1949. Entered Army on 27 January 1970 until death. Survived by parents Mr and Mrs. Paul J D'Amato. Hometown, Agawam, Massachusetts.
*
Sp4 GREGORY W. FELKER, born 6 October 1950. Entered Army 3 February 1970 until death. Suvived by parents Mr and Mrs. Pural C. Felker. Hometown, Bay City Michigan.
*
PFC KENNETH GRIFFIN, born 9 August 1948. Entered Army on 18 May 1970 until death. Survived by wife, Mrs Ernestine Griffin. Hometown Texarkana, Arkansas.
PFC JAIME LABOY. Born 19 March 1947. Entered Army 14 july 1968 and served until his death. Survived by his wife, Mrs. Louise S. Laboy. Hometown, New York.
* SP4 LARRY M HEEN, born 12 January 1950. Entered Army 29 May 1969 served until his death. Survived by wife, Mrs. Connie Heen and Son born just after death. Hometown Moses Lake, Washington.
* PFC CALVIN D MACK, Born 10 August 1949. Entered Army 30 March 1970 until his death. Survived by parents, Mr. and Mrsl George Mack Jr. Hometown Ft. Supher, Louisiana.
* SP4 THOMAS G NOBLE. Born 25 October 1949. Entered Army on 2 September 1969 until his death. Survived by Parents Mr. and Mrs William E Noble. Hometown Minneapolis, Minnesota.
* NEVER FORGET!!!
________________________________________
Name: Paul Shaffer
Hometown: Charleston, WV
Date: December 23, 2011 - 07:34 PM (pacific)
A merry Christmas to Angie
________________________________________
Name: Jenaro Colon Rodriguez
Hometown: Arecibo, Puerto Rico
Date: December 23, 2011 - 06:06 PM (pacific)
327
________________________________________
Name: Jim VanLone
Hometown: Kenosha, WI
Date: December 23, 2011 - 05:41 PM (pacific)
Greetings to all, served 3-64 thru 7-66. 3rd Plt, C Co. 1st Bn.
________________________________________
Name: Angelika B.
Hometown: Berlin,
Date: December 23, 2011 - 01:29 PM (pacific)
Hi out there,
wish you all a very happy and peaceful Christmas.
Angelika
________________________________________
Name: FRANK DEVINCENZO
Hometown: plainville, mass.
Date: December 23, 2011 - 12:06 PM (pacific)
i want to wish all the brothers who served with the101st. a merry x- mass and a happy new year..
________________________________________
Name: RICH WALSH
Hometown: BOSTON, MASS
Date: December 21, 2011 - 02:17 PM (pacific)
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MY AIRBORNE BROTHERS..
________________________________________
Name: Isaiah M Kidwell
Hometown: ,
Date: December 20, 2011 - 01:08 AM (pacific)
I was reading an artical in side the wire where some of the Coke & Pepsi kids were murered because of being friends with the GIs at Nuoc Ngot bridge. Perhaps this is true i dont know, but a can say this we killed some VC in an ambush we pulled there wallets to get intell and found pictures of two of the Pepsi & Coke kids. I was all ways carefull what info i gave ,like where you go to night. After that i was real carefull
No Slasck
________________________________________
Name: mil Thornton
Hometown: ,
Date: December 18, 2011 - 07:48 PM (pacific)
To Rod Smith.
Rod. You might want to check your facts on your Chinook crash report. That chinook crash has been well documented and recorded with the names of 34 that parished that day. I take offense to your light hearted references to a mission gone bad by OUR brothers. They were by no means rear echalon or cooks and clerks. They were A co. 1/327 Grunts. The company commander along with several others that I served in the field with just weeks before the accident were on that bird. If you don't have facts then don't post. Look in the stories on the 327 website here for the facts. You will find the chinook crash of Thanksgiving day 1971. And sir you owe an apology to A company and gratitude that you were not on that bird that was shot down by enemy fire.
Above the Rest means integrity above all.
God,Duty,Country.
ABU
