Guestbook

Name: James YANKEE JIM Simchera
Hometown: ,
Date: December 01, 2004 - 04:40 PM (pacific)
A wonderful Bridge to the Brotherhood and Fellowship of the finest infantry regiment in the US Army...
Bastogne!
Yankee Jim
A Co. No Slack! 69-70
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Name: Peter Danch
Hometown: Denver, Colorado
Date: November 30, 2004 - 08:56 PM (pacific)
I served in 1970 and was located in Phu Bai. It's been such a long time since I thought about my time in Viet Nam. Just came across this web site and was flooded with many memories. I was lucky to have survived almost a year of working recon in the jungle. If there is anyone that wants to contact me who served with 1/327th company D in 1970 please call me on 303-753-6033 or email me on pmatusiak@qwest.net.
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Name: Dale Hansen
Hometown: Mabank, TX
Date: November 30, 2004 - 10:39 AM (pacific)
Outstanding beginnings on this site. HUA!! Looking forward to its continuing progress.

You done good Eli (and Ian)!

Bastogne!
Dale
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Name: brett c klein
Hometown: aston, pa
Date: November 30, 2004 - 12:20 AM (pacific)
Served with Doc Broyer, in 67. the third hurd
despretitly wants to contact him.
doc, we need you again....
Kidd and Berry and Duran and Stite....
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Name: Larry Redmond
Hometown: ,
Date: November 29, 2004 - 07:42 PM (pacific)
Eli; Looking good. First chance I have had to come in and check it out since I got back.
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Name: Charles Taliaferro
Hometown: ,
Date: November 25, 2004 - 08:15 AM (pacific)
Great website with lots of memories. Hope all of you heroes have a safe and happy Thanksgiving.
Charlie Taliaferro
http://www.kitchentablegang.org
THE KITCHEN TABLE GANG TRUST
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Name: Crystal Farmer
Hometown: Powder Springs, Ga
Date: November 25, 2004 - 12:47 AM (pacific)
I am looking for soldier Tony Pilgrim. His home state is Ga and goes by the nickname Cowboy, or at least he use to. If anyone can help me find him I would be eternally greatful.
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Name: Glen Luse
Hometown: ,
Date: November 24, 2004 - 06:13 PM (pacific)
Welcome Home Eagles,

Thank you so much for helping find the troopers who knew PFC Darryl Messer. From the family aspect it is greatly appreciated. I have found those who knew my brother, that is why I am helping Darryl's nephew now. Job well done.

A small bit of humor, Would you have done this if you knew I was with the 82nd from 73-75? LOL

Thanks Again, May your canopy be fillied with air forever !!

Glen
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Name: Doc Nelson
Hometown: Winona, Minn
Date: November 19, 2004 - 09:20 AM (pacific)
I am looking for Robert T. Gallagher also known as "pig pen". He was an RTO with 3rd platoon A com. 1969-70. He was from Inglewood Calif. Any help would be appreicated. Thank you
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Name: daniel carr
Hometown: ,
Date: November 18, 2004 - 08:21 PM (pacific)
anyone remember Charlie Borders from Springfield Ohio, Terry Wilson "red ant" Chicago, Mike Blecker from PA, Videlle PA or Shearser??
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Name: Joe Kane
Hometown: Baghdad, Iraq
Date: November 18, 2004 - 03:09 AM (pacific)
Thanks to all of you for your service and patriotism. I invite everyone to check out the website for the Multinational Security Transition Command - Iraq, commanded by General David Petraeus. www.mnstci.iraq.centcom.mil
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Thanks again,
Joe Kane, Chief Journalist, U.S. Navy - Deputy Public Affairs Officer - MNSTCI, Baghdad
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Name: Bob Meager
Hometown: South Padre Island, Texas
Date: November 15, 2004 - 06:16 PM (pacific)
Just wanted to update with my new e-mail address.
I am sorry to hear about Frank.I talked to him quite often during the last two years He was in the 3rd plt when I was the plt leader ( June-December 1966)
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Name: Rob Rob
Hometown: ,
Date: November 07, 2004 - 02:38 PM (pacific)
thank you for this page.
http://europethnksusa.homestead.com/
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Name: daniel carr
Hometown: westerly, ri
Date: November 05, 2004 - 12:45 PM (pacific)
1969 am in contact wioth dale grabb and tom piel

anyone remember getting struck by lightning around june near Ashau valley?
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Name: Richard H. Guillen
Hometown: Bellflower, C.A.
Date: November 05, 2004 - 12:57 AM (pacific)
Served in Vietnam June 1965 to June 1966. If anyone knows Ernest Davis, Clevland, Ohio, Mike Buckly, L.A., CA., Jim Killgallon, Conchahoken, PA., Robert Crookham, Philadelphia, PA., Donald Catt, TX, Chapman, NC, Sgt. Hays, B/Co. 1/327th, or anyone else, please contact me at above E-mail.
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Name: Steve Henry
Hometown: Jacksonville, Florida
Date: November 02, 2004 - 05:16 PM (pacific)
1SG Nelson P. Henry - 101st 2/327th - KIA 28 October, 1967 - This No Slack Hero of mine is my dad, I welcome any and all who knew him to write me about your experiences with Page in the 101st!

Even though I didn't know you that well, eight years old when KIA, your spirit motivates me to carry on in life with zeal and confidence.
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Name: David R. Fitzhugh
Hometown: Paris,, Tenn.
Date: November 02, 2004 - 12:24 PM (pacific)
This is a great web page, I have found old ABU buddies and also made new friends.
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Name: Charlie Lee Fraley Sgm Ret.
Hometown: Radcliff, Kentucky
Date: October 31, 2004 - 06:36 AM (pacific)
Trying to locate David McDonald,last seen in the Fort Benning area and anyone else who severd with A 2nd 327th Inf 65-66
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Name: David R. Fitzhugh
Hometown: Paris, Tennessee
Date: October 26, 2004 - 05:08 PM (pacific)
I was in Viet-Nam in 1969-1970 I was known as "Tennessee"
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Name: Jerry J Andrews
Hometown: Crystal, MI
Date: October 25, 2004 - 04:07 PM (pacific)
I served in Vietnam with C Company the 327th from 1996-1997
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Name: Jim Wilson
Hometown: ,
Date: October 24, 2004 - 11:58 PM (pacific)
Just wanted to say how sorry I was to hear of Frank Norris's passing, we had just been with him and his fianc'e Janie at the Ist Brigade reunion in Phoenix. Frank was an old school paratrooper, who was tough as nails, and to have soldiered with him was an honor. We now know that his trip to Phoenix must have been an ordeal for him, but he wanted to be with his B-company friends one last time. Frank was one of a kind and will be remembered by everyone who humped a ruck or shared a c-rat with him. He was one hell of a soldier to the very end. -- Jim wilson
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Name: donald g johnson
Hometown: lakeland, fla
Date: October 24, 2004 - 08:25 PM (pacific)
trying to locate john weakerly. he was in a co 2/327 in 1967.ben garcia and me would like to locate john for 1st bde re-union...don johnson 863-858-6523 or ben garcia 773-544-3413..thanks
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Name: Alfred Alan Elizares
Hometown: Reno, Nevada
Date: October 23, 2004 - 02:18 PM (pacific)
Looking for old war buddies, 66-67 Vietnam War
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Name: donald johnson
Hometown: ,
Date: October 21, 2004 - 08:00 PM (pacific)
was sad to hear about frank norris. served at same time just different plt(with maddog dolbys plt).made my 1st 101 abn re-union with frank.he will always be in heart and on my mind.best wishes to his family.he will be greatly missed by me.
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Name: Norman L. McBride
Hometown: Lincoln, NE
Date: October 18, 2004 - 07:50 PM (pacific)
Looking for anyone who might have known John Hefty. He was with either C Co. 1/327 or B Co. 2/327 and was KIA on March 28, 1968. He and I were buddies all through high school, then went to Nam and were with separate divisions. We wrote back and forth a lot, then I got wounded in April 68 in the A Shau and got home and learned that John was KIA. I'm trying to find out the circumstances of his death. Thanks for your help.

Name: Mike Effler
Hometown: Hawthorne, CA
Date: August 02, 2004 - 11:55 AM (pacific)
I recently played golf and met a member of the 327th. I was with the 326th Eng as an RTO. From Feb-May 69, I was at several firebases as the RTO for the Engrs building them and in charge of the LZs to bring in equip, etc. I spent my last 6 months in country at Camp Eagle. It's always good to meet anyone in the 101st. I was a leg that came to the Division in Nov. 68, but there's no one more proud of what the Div did in VietNam, and still does today. Later Lads......
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Name: Santos ("Spooky") Garcia Castillo
Hometown: Ryan, OK.
Date: July 28, 2004 - 07:21 PM (pacific)
Great site as always, where are you "Popcorn" Wally Berry? I found Erick"Walker Company"Miller,Ted "Loose" Mccormick, Travis, Gary Berry.
My old e-mail was CSpookyone0one@aol.com. My new one is: USAVet327@wmconnect.com
ATR/NS "AIRBORNE ALL THE WAY" "SCREAMING EAGLES" "GOD BLESS"
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Name: sultan ramzes pasha
Hometown: fort campbell, kentucky
Date: July 28, 2004 - 03:21 PM (pacific)
I have served with 1st Battalion for 3 years, and have had the Honor of going to War with this outstanding Unit. I want to thank all of our fallen soldiers who fought for this great unit, division and country. I will always be a "Bastogne Bulldog" until I die! "Above the Rest" and Thank you all !!!
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Name: Alan W Hall
Hometown: ,
Date: July 28, 2004 - 08:56 AM (pacific)
Arrived in country RVN as a Combat Visual Tracker at Da Nang. Moved around country alot...Quang Tri, Phu Bai and Cam Rahn. Proud to have served in E,2/327(Recon)...B,2/327 and finally with HHC,2/327. 1971-72 NO SLACK! Hello to all Troopers with 101st Airborne/1st Cav serving Past, Present and Future!
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Name: GUYMANDAY JACKSON YOUNG
Hometown: london, london
Date: July 21, 2004 - 02:59 AM (pacific)
never thought i could find a place like this,,i guess since i found it out my other friends in the force will have to check it out
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Name: keith colville
Hometown: ,
Date: July 14, 2004 - 08:40 PM (pacific)
Hi to all who were there in 70. was a grunt with d co 2/327 and remember tomahawk on a june night. trying to recall some names of some who were there. Believe a guy was killed with a cannister round. I remember loading up bodies and could see down into there chest cavities where they had been hit. Anyone drop me a line its been awhile since I thought about this. Just now remembered what co I was with over there.
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Name: Wade Douglas Hansen
Hometown: Foxhome, Mn.
Date: July 13, 2004 - 09:16 PM (pacific)
This was the first time for us at Crossville. Vonnie and I are still talking about all the new ATR and No Slack troopers we got to meet. When they say a Band of Brothers you have to experince this to feel the true meaning of the word "Brother". Thank you Dale for pushing me towards going to Crossville. You brought me back home to the nest of the Screaming Eagles. Thanks to the Cobras for having us. No Slack Wade
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Name: Ed W. Carper
Hometown: Warrensburg, Missouri
Date: July 11, 2004 - 02:32 PM (pacific)
Great Web site. brought back some good memories and of course, some not so good. I must say, it does my heart good to see the troopers today are still giving the enemies of the world "NO SLACK". Sometimes wish I was there to help them out. But, to old, to slow and getting fat. In ancient history (1969-197}I was known as
the HOSS.
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Name: Kathleen J Manning
Hometown: Westlake Village, CA
Date: July 10, 2004 - 03:26 PM (pacific)
Thank you to all the Vets! You have done us proud serving your Country! It is so important for Americans to support our Vets of yesterday, today and tomorrow!
I have started a small grassroots effort with a big heart called Patriotic Fridays. I want everyone to support our troops and to promote patriotism in America by participating in Patriotic Fridays. The letter below was written by me and is posted on my web site. It has been sent to the Air Force Times, several Ca newspapers, to friends on the internet, celebrities and to politicians. It is being promoted by the Dr I work for and participated in by us and patients. It has grown from the Chiropractor's office where I work and beyond the neighborhoods of our patients to Americans across the Country. I hope you will join us in Patriotic Fridays. God bless you for all your support and prayers for our Vets.
Kathleen Manning
Westlake Village, CA http://www.patrioticfridays.com/

Remember post 9/11 Patriotism?
We waved flags, dressed in red, white and blue, adorned our clothes with flag pins, placed flag stickers on our cars and posters in our windows. We pledged not to forget and to stand united!

As time goes by, we are seeing tattered flags, faded posters, peeling stickers and a lack of red, white and blue in our lives.

IT IS TIME AGAIN TO STAND UNITED AS AMERICANS!

It's not about being Democrat or Republican or Independent, it's not about race, religion or how you feel about the war in Iraq. It's not even about high gas prices or the economy. It is about our FREEDOM as Americans!

Let's make every Friday, PATRIOTIC FRIDAY! Wear your red, white and blue proudly. Get out your flag shirts, scarves, ties, hats, pins and let everyone know that you are PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN and that WE STILL STAND UNITED!

Pass this on! Talk about it! Do It! Let a great thing begin with you.

GOD BLESS AMERICA
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Name: Gary John Bridges
Hometown: Clarksville, TN
Date: July 09, 2004 - 03:55 PM (pacific)
Served as battalion commander of 3rd Battalion from 1989-91 during ODS. Currently serving as Honorary Colonel of the Regiment.
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Name: Michael O'Connell
Hometown: , Massachusetts
Date: July 08, 2004 - 03:02 PM (pacific)
Hello all you eagles! If you are planning to attend the unit dinner at the Hampton Reunion please send your information and money ASAP. The August 1st deadline is somewhat misleading as that is the date I have to send the money to the hotel. So, please contact me as quickly as you can, please see the association website for information. Thank you. Mike O'Connell
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Name: Jose' G. Ramos
Hometown: Whittier, Ca
Date: July 08, 2004 - 01:04 PM (pacific)
IF WE REALLY CARE, WE WILL MAKE IT HAPPEN
by Jos? G. Ramos

On May 15, 2004, I left Whittier, CA. on what was to be the most emotional and mental "roller coaster" bicycle ride of my life. I fully recall the feelings I had as I rode my bicycle down the roads of Vietnam back in 1998 and they will always be unforgettable memories. However, this ride across America, where I had the opportunity to visit every major Veteran's medical center in every state we rode across, was truly a life long experience. I don't know if anyone has ever done this but I had the chance to visit with hundreds of Veterans in every hospital we visited. We spoke to them in Vet-Centers, clinics, groups, waiting rooms, wards, waiting for prescriptions, etc. But they were there, each one a warrior, each one a Veteran. It was so great. They wanted to hear about the Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day project we were on, they wanted to see our bikes, wear the helmets and so on. But most of all, every single Veteran I met, regardless of what era they served in, all agreed it was about time to fix that old wrong. It is time to Welcome Home our Vietnam Veterans. When we arrived in DC we worked out of Congresswomen Grace Napolitano's and Linda T. Sanchez's office along with their wonderful staff members for two days. We made appointments, we did walk-in's to other Congressional Offices, we phoned, we stopped Congressional folks in the hallways, elevators, cafeterias, etc. We talked and worked for two days in the Halls of Congress and we raised a lot of awareness as to what needed to be done with the Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day Bill {H. Res # 485} and about our faulty VA Medical system. We also asked all we spoke with to support Bill H.R. 2318 the mandatory funding bill for our VA Medical Facilities. This insures that our warriors who are out there now will have a VA system that will be here for them when THEY NEED it. This is not only about Vietnam Veterans this about our men and women who are out there NOW, TODAY. I am including all the information I could gather to share with ya'll cause now it is up to us, the regular, everyday Americans to back up our talk that we "love our Veterans." Now is the time to show that love and appreciation. Let's get our politicians to do the right thing. It is time to make it happen. All it takes from us is the honest desire to see an old wrong corrected and to really have it in our hearts that we need to thank and Welcome Home the new Veterans as well as the Veterans of the Vietnam War who did a tremendous and honorable job during their time of service. It's in Congress now, all we have to do today is push the Bills, and push our local Reps to support them. If you go to this site on the net [http://mygov.governmentguide.com/mygov/issues/bills/?billtype=H.R.&billnumb;=2318&congress;=108} you can actually se the wording on the bills and who the sponsors are.
I hope this information makes it easier for all of you to make this very important phone call and understand what you are calling about.
God bless you my friends and it is really important that you and all you know who care about Veterans call their local Congressional Representative and ask them to support Bill H.RES. # 485 "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that a "Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day" should be established."
Also, Bill # H.R.2318 "To amend title 38, United States Code, to provide for assured adequate level of funding for veterans health care."
My team and I have done what we can to raise awareness. It is up to us and the rest of America to make this change happen.
Share this with everyone so they can call their congressional leader anywhere in the States. PLEASE MAKE THE CALL AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE.
Thanking you again in advance for your efforts, love and support of our Veterans.

Jos? G. Ramos
Founder/Team Coordinator
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day
http://www.whvvd.org/

"FOR ALL WHO SERVED"
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Name: Joel V Torres
Hometown: Durand, MI
Date: July 08, 2004 - 05:50 AM (pacific)
Does anyone remember my dad CSM Antonio Torres? We were in FT Campbell from 1968-1972. My dad did a couple of tours in VN. Anyone that would like to share a memory I would appreciate it.
His son,
Joey
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Name: Jason Robert Procter
Hometown: clarksville, tnq
Date: July 05, 2004 - 10:12 AM (pacific)
I just wanted to say thanks to all of the vets at the crossville reuion 2004. The "Active Duty" guys all had a good time. I hope to see you guys every year.
SGT Jason Procter
B Co 1-327th IN
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Name: Kenneth Pfeiffer
Hometown: ,
Date: July 01, 2004 - 09:36 PM (pacific)
Thanks again to Ken and Angie Ihle for a great reunion. Many friends and memories bought together thanks to you.
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Name: lois wright
Hometown: ,
Date: June 29, 2004 - 10:19 PM (pacific)
just thanking you for all the mail i got,you are a caring group of people and i found my patch info.thanks so much and my brother is sfc gary johnston,3rd bde.101st from fort campbell,ky
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Name: Corey G McCoy
Hometown: HOR: Vancouver, Washington
Date: June 25, 2004 - 04:08 PM (pacific)
Gentlemen,

I am the company executive officer for D Co. 1-327. Mike Moreno and Andy Roy stopped by and spoke to the company today. They announced that our alumni were going to present the company with an American flag that flew over FIRE BASE TOMAHANK. This is a wonderful honor for the company. It will be hung in the conference room to remind us of your sacrifice. Thank you for this connection to our past.

After their visit I took some time to view this website. I had heard mention of it before and this visit by Mike and Andy really got my attention. After viewing it I certainly have more knowledge and pride about our great battalion. I also want to thank all you for your service. You have left an ?Above the Rest? legacy that we here uphold everyday.

In Operation Iraqi Freedom I served as platoon leader for 2nd PLT, Co. C, 1-327 and 1st PLT, Co. D, 1-327. Upon our return soldiers were talking about a reunion for Cold Steele and how much they enjoyed speaking with the vet?s. So, I plan on joining the reunion this weekend and meeting you all. I also would love to get my hands on one of those Cold Steele Cobra T-Shirts.

Finally, if any of you would like to tour the company area please feel free to stop by, you are always welcome.

Sincerely,


Corey McCoy
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Name: lois wright
Hometown: ,
Date: June 24, 2004 - 09:10 PM (pacific)
i am looking for information on a patch ,this is a round with yellow center ,my brother was in 101st airborne div.fort campbell, ky.he was in vietnam,germany,bosnia,saudi and this patch has nothing on it and can"t seem to find what it is,he is terminally ill with gulf war related als and no longer able to speak and trying to put together a uniform for him for when he passes and maybe someone can help.
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Name: Dallas E Brown
Hometown: Antioch, TN
Date: June 24, 2004 - 08:34 PM (pacific)
Just wanting to hear from anyone who served wth Aco, Dco, HHQ co 1st 327th. I was in Nam Dec. 67 to Dec. 68 I spent about the first 9 months in Aco, about 1 month in Dco and the rest in HHQ co. Remember Mr. Berryhill, Mr. Little, Sgt. Buckley, Sgt. Amos, Sgt. Cox, Col.'s call sign was Charger, Capt. Cope. Please contact if you know the whereabouts of these guys. Thanks. Airborne!
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Name: Joseph Hennessy
Hometown: ,
Date: June 21, 2004 - 01:39 PM (pacific)
Great site. Although I did find at least one name that was not on the roster, I tried all different spellings but could not come up with him. I will go back again, maybe it will be updated. Above the Rest---Joe
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Name: Ronald J Gallant
Hometown: Titusville, Fl
Date: June 20, 2004 - 02:34 PM (pacific)
HI Guys
Had rooms reserved and was really looking foreward to seeing everyone in Crossville next week but have a medical emergency with my wife's health so will have to deal with the love of my life's health first.This is a great site hope to see you all next year
ATR Ron G
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Name: LLOYD FRASIER
Hometown: parkdale, or.
Date: June 20, 2004 - 03:17 AM (pacific)
Would like to hear from guys I fought with in 1967 and 68. Ill get a list of names later.
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Name: Bill Bock
Hometown: Palm Springs, CA
Date: June 18, 2004 - 11:59 PM (pacific)
Just heard from Bo Wright. Brought back a lot of memories.

Looking for Larry Sheedy.
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Name: jim lombardo
Hometown: brooklyn, new york
Date: June 18, 2004 - 11:38 PM (pacific)
Hi Jim
Thanks for sharing this site with me and serving our great country. I did not have a chance to do that. I have two son's that also signed up. My older son went through boot camp Fort Sill, kicked out on a medical for a blood clot in his arm. All his buddy's went to Desert Strorm. My younger son signed up for the Coast Guard but was turned down after a year because he admitted to smoking pot in high school. If you can tell me what is wrong with this picture I would greatly appreciate the input. Then again I what to thank you and all your buddy's personally for everything you have done for me, my family and this beautifull country that we live in! God Bless Our Troops Please bring them home Safe!
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Name: Jack Harold White
Hometown: Rockmart, GA
Date: June 16, 2004 - 09:58 PM (pacific)
XO and myself turn Bn Area over to South Vietnam Goverment. I was known to all my RTO,s and Section as"Code Named Uncle Jack"

Name: THOMAS E (Eddie) GRAHAM
Hometown: SILVER CREEK, GA
Date: May 19, 2004 - 09:43 PM (pacific)
I SERVED WITH A LOT OF GREAT GUYS IN 1969 AND 1970 AS A DOG HANDLER AND I HAVE A LOT OF GOOD MEMORIES.
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Name: Christopher Wade
Hometown: ,
Date: May 19, 2004 - 01:15 PM (pacific)
Looking for HELP: I'm an honest, open-minded reporter visiting in the Clarksville/Fort Campbell area. I'm hoping to find Screaming Eagles who have gotten back from Iraq and collect their stories. I'm a really good listener and happy to speak on or off the record with anyone who wants to talk. All names withheld at soldier's request. I want to know the stories, and I want to protect the storytellers. Any help would be great. My e-mail address is mr_reporter@hotmail.com
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Name: Gordy Doc Nelson
Hometown: Winona, Minnesota
Date: May 15, 2004 - 11:14 AM (pacific)
A big welcome to Larry Sheedy A co 3rd platoon 68-69. You found the web site! It is great to be able to comunicate with you.
Doc Nelson
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Name: Tim Grammer. Ph.D.
Hometown: ,
Date: May 13, 2004 - 11:55 PM (pacific)
Well! I was platoon leader of 1st platoon, Abu Assasins 79-81. Now those were the days!
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Name: DAVID H HAYNES
Hometown: VANCOUVER, WA
Date: May 09, 2004 - 07:19 PM (pacific)
WAS WITH 1ST/327 A/CO-1ST PLATOON
APRIL'69-'70 WAS AN RTO. STARTED OUT
ON TROI RIVER BRIDGE.
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Name: John Lescher
Hometown: Grafton, OH
Date: May 02, 2004 - 01:09 PM (pacific)
Was RTO for SSGT Danny Nye 71-72. On Birmingham, Bastogne, Veghel, Normandy, etc. Have many photos of the bush, with: LT O'Kelly, Nye, Doc Walker, Chili Pepper from Odem TX, Knees, Trixie, Oldpap, Storrie, Yardbird the dog etc. We came home to San Mateo as a Unit. Right now trying to help out a friend locate some of his buddies. Looking for Lee Wayne Franklin, went from Ft. Polk to Ft. Sill to Nam. Went in on the same day as Cecil R. Henderson-DOB 12-2-1943. Lives at 2309- 24st st. Dickinson TX 77539. Cecil is looking for Wayne. They both went in on the same day.
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Name: Jerry Berry
Hometown: Libby, Montana
Date: May 01, 2004 - 10:45 AM (pacific)
I served in the original bunch of Currahees after our battalion was formed in 1967 and deployed to Vietnam in Oct. 1967. I became a 1st Brigade PIO and our battalion first PIO, and got to know all the fine 327th PIOs during that time. I served under Maj. Spangler (Brigade PIO). I would like to know if he is still living and in good health. He was one fine individual.

I have been searching for my old friend, SSG Art Campbell, one of the 327th PIOs and later in charge of the PIO Lab at Phan Rang. Does anyone remember Art and know where I might start looking for him.

Come check out our website: www.currahee.org. We have a good many Currahees who came from and went to the 327th battalions. If you have any info. on Art Campbell, please contact me.
Jerry Berry
A Co/Bn PIO
Vietnam 1967/68
CURRAHEE!

PS: Dale, you guys have an outstanding website here. If any of your Screaming Eagles plan to attend the upcoming Week of the Eagles at Ft. Campbell in June, come by and visit with us at the Country Inn & Suites Hotel in Clarksville--our TOC.
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Name: Eugene Joseph Toni
Hometown: Alexandria, VA
Date: April 30, 2004 - 02:58 PM (pacific)
I started out with "Alpha" Company on Los Banos 2/70 Switched to "echo" Company Sgt in charge of sniper team at B'ham until Aug '70 recon until 10/09/1970 when I stepped on a land mine and lost both of my legs below the knees of Vegal.
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Name: Peter L Hallas
Hometown: Yelm, WA
Date: April 27, 2004 - 10:46 PM (pacific)
Saw Lyn Gossards photos on the site and I haven't seen most of those faces he posted in many years. Seen some though and it's good to be here. Drop me a line if you know me!

Pete Hallas
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Name: Donald George Byrnes
Hometown: West Roxbury, Massachusetts
Date: April 26, 2004 - 06:18 PM (pacific)
Co B,1st platoon 2/327 was on FSB Berchtesgaden, when the NVA tried to overrun it on the morning of June 16, 1969 (this battle is usually listed as June 14th.Viet Nam was across the international date line & June 14th, U.S. time was June 15th in Viet Nam. The Battle took place on the night of June 15/16th, but didn't start until 4AM on the 16th.) We were pounded by mortar fire trying to blow up the TOC. Only 4 of us at the top of the hill (all in the same foxhole) & 7 others out near the point of the hill, made it through the night without being hit. Yet, I have never seen any article that even mentions we were fighting there that night.
If any of the other 10 survivors are out there, I would like to hear from them.
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Name: GARY LEDBETTER W LEDBETTER
Hometown: WILMINGTON, NC
Date: April 26, 2004 - 05:37 PM (pacific)
C 1/327 1966-1967 VIETNAM.A 1/505 82ND AIRBORNE TET 1968 . WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE WHO WAS THERE.
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Name: ROBERT H GUNTER SR.
Hometown: CANTONMENT, FLORIDA
Date: April 24, 2004 - 09:51 AM (pacific)
I WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THE GREAT HELP.IWAS ABLE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH LT LYNN GOSSARD ,FOUND OUT
NEAL HARVEY WAS KIA, TALKED TO DOC NELSON, ROGER HUFFMAN WITCH WAS IN A DIFFERANT PLN. IF ANY OF THE 3RD HURD
PLEASE COME FORWARD WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU. SARG. McKINNEY,BITTNER
STARKS. CHANNIE ,SLIM. DOC COOKE, DAUGHTY.
ROBERT GUNTER
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Name: Lynn W. Gossard
Hometown: Saratoga Springs, NY
Date: April 23, 2004 - 12:24 PM (pacific)
Found this site by accident, but what a great find. Everyone is to be commended on the development and maintenance of this endeavor. It is no small task and I greatly appreciate it. It has been a little unnerving to dig out the past but rewarding as well. Keep up the good work...:)
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Name: BILL R SMITH
Hometown: GLENDALE, AZ.
Date: April 21, 2004 - 10:38 PM (pacific)
HEY FELLOW ABU TROOPERS. GOD AM I GLAD I FOUND THIS SITE. IT"S BEEN 37 YEARS. I WAS SO SURPRISED WHEN I LOGGED ONTO 1/327TH ROUSTER SITE AND FOUND THE PICTURES JUNGLE JIM GRAINGER HAS POSTED ON JUNGLE JIM #I & #2 . I FOUND MYSELF IN SOME OF THOSE OLD PICTURES. ESPECIALLY THE ONES TAKEN A SERTS @ BEN HOA WHERE JAMES AND I ENDED UP ON OUR SECOND TOUR. JAMES IF YOU SEE THIS OR ANYONE THAT KNOWS HOW TO CONTACT JUNGLE JIM GRAINGER. MAN I BEEN LOOKING FOR YOU A LONG TIME. I'M SO HAPPY TO FIND OUT YOUR STILL WITH US. JAMES DO REMEMBER US ESCORTING SGT JOEPH ARTAVIA'S SISTER UP TO PHU BIA HUE WHEN SHE CAME OVER TO NAM TO MEET ALL ABU TROOPS, AFTER THE CITY OF SAN MATEO ADOPTING A CO. I REMEMBER THAT TRIP COST US OUR E-6 STRIPES. I'VE ALSO BEEN TRYING TO LOCATE SGT E-5 RICHARD G. KIRK WHO WAS A SQUAD LEADER IN 4TH PLATOON. HE TOOK ME UNDER HIS WING ON MY FIRST TOUR AND TAUGHT ME HOW TO SURVIVE THAT PLACE. ALSO GROOMED ME TO BE SQUAD LEADER WHEN HE ROTATED. SOME OF YOU 4TH PLATOON GUYS MIGHT REMEMBER ME AS "TORCH" I LOVED TO LIGHT EM UP WITH TRACERS. WE HAD ONE PLATOON LEADER MOST OF YOU MIGHT REMEMBER BY HIS CALL SIGN "RANGO". I CAN'T REMEMBER THE PLACE,BUT WE LOST OUR PLATOON SGT. TO A BUONCING BETTY, AND HAD A HELL OF TIME GETTING HIM ON MEDI-VAC BECAUSE OF ALL THE BOUNCING BETTYS. WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANY ABU TROOPERS WHO WERE THERE FROM 67 TO 69. FROM ANY PLATOON. I WAS SO PROUD TO HAVE BEEN AFFORDED THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE WITH SUCH GREAT MEN AND COMRADES. THE COMMARDERE HAS NEVER BENN DUPLICATED IN MY LIFE. THANKS FOR BEING IN THAT PLACE WITH ME AT THAT TIME. GOD LOVE YOU ALL. IDO AND I HAVE MISSED YOU ALL!! PLEASE WRITE!!!
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Name: Lonnie (Doc) Layne
Hometown: ,
Date: April 20, 2004 - 06:53 PM (pacific)
Just had an e-mail this morning from fellow trooper Gary Ledbetter who was with C Co. 1st 327 and was wonded in May of 67. Welcome home and thanks to you guyes for this site. Its great to be able to make these contacts after all these years.

ATR Doc Layne
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Name: Clarence Franklin Brown
Hometown: Columbia, South Carolina
Date: April 20, 2004 - 09:50 AM (pacific)
I have researched the roster and I could not find my name listed. I was in Company B, 1st Battalion, 327th Infantry of the 1st Brigade of the 101st Airborne Brigade from November 1965 to October 1966. At one time, my company commander was Captain Hiser, I can not remember the others. I have a copy of my 201 file that verifies that I was assigned to the forementioned unit during that time. How can I have my name added to the roster? I also served on the M60 machine gun crew with Wise, Keller and Bradford for 6-8 months as an ammo bearer. Please inform me as to what I must do to be added to the unit roster.
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Name: JAMES HUNTLEY
Hometown: ,
Date: April 19, 2004 - 07:09 PM (pacific)
I WAS AT EAGLE BASE AND UP AROUND HUE, PHU BAI, 02/1970 - 02/1971. I KNOW I WAS ENGAGED IN COMBAT, KNOW I KNEW SOME OF BUDDIES WHO DIED BUT I AM SUFFERING FROM PTSD AND A VERY BAD MEMORY LOST. CAN ANY ONE REMEMBER ANYTHING ABOUT THIS TIME AND AREA AND UNIT THAT MAY HELP ME. I FINALLY RECEIVED MY BRONZE STAR AFTER 35 YEARS BUT I JUST CAN NOT REMEMBER MUCH. I REMEMBER THE AMMO DUMP AND I THOUGHT WE LOST A LOT OF SOLDIERS THAT NIGHT BUT I READ WHERE THERE WERE 3 REPORTED DEATHS.
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Name: Elizabeth Goodman
Hometown: North Augusta, SC
Date: April 19, 2004 - 10:24 AM (pacific)
I'm sorry, about this 2nd entry, but I found out from my dad, Walter Goodman, that he was with the 327th, and in A company. He mentioned something about being tied close to headquarters because he was also with the LRRP. Any help with the previous entry, and anyone who knows my dad would be VERY much welcomed!!! Thank you!
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Name: robert edward klans
Hometown: cicero, ill.
Date: April 19, 2004 - 03:08 AM (pacific)
67/68-adobted son -san-mateo -cal.
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Name: Todd Gregg Thomsen
Hometown: Los Angeles, CA
Date: April 19, 2004 - 01:27 AM (pacific)
My father was and is my hero. His name was Gail Ward Thomsen. If you have any information about him, photos, anything, please contact me at jennifer@mechner.com. I wish I knew him. Thank you and God Bless. Sincerely, Todd Gregg Thomsen
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Name: Elizabeth Goodman
Hometown: North Augusta, SC
Date: April 17, 2004 - 03:06 PM (pacific)
My dad was in the 101st in Vietnam. He doesn't talk about it much, but he mentioned him being with the "Widow Makers." He won't give me any specifics or details, but he has told me bits and pieces. If anyone has any more information about the "Widow Makers," I would greatly appreciate it. Please email me at lizzibell45@yahoo.com. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!!
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Name: Arthur Joel Wacaster
Hometown: Arlington, VA
Date: April 15, 2004 - 07:27 PM (pacific)
Glad I came across this site. It's been enjoyable but a little bit strange "catching up." God bless all the Eagles every where around the world. I had the great privilege of serving as a platoon leader in B Co, 2/327th while Chargin' Charlie Beckwith was the Battalion Commander. Colonel Beckwith died in 1995 in Austin, TX of a heart attack. From time to time, I've written Mrs. Beckwith. I joined the 2/327th during Tet and moved with the b
battalion to Firebase Panther, from which we could see into the City of Hue and watch the Marines battle to reclaim the City. We moved from there to Firebase Henry, which almost no one who wasn't in the Battalion has every heard of. It was a low hill on the Song Hue Trach and Highway 547 between Birmingham and Bastogne. At some point the Marines had been there and had salted the hill with powered CS. Everytime the artillery fired the CS came out of the ground and blinded all of us on the hill. I started out as the anti-tank platoon leader ... some of you may recall when we had 106 recoiless rifles mounted on jeeps. No enemy tanks around, but they made pretty decent bunker busters. Anyway, I was a green butter bar from Infantry OCS and airborne school . We went up Highway 547 and opened up Bastogne before a side trip north to LZ Jane and environs during the relief of Khe Sanh. Following that, we air assaulted back onto Highway 547 and set out west towards the A Shau. That was in very late-April or early-May 1968. I think late-April since I was wounded and my platoon sergeant, SSG Oscar C. Gallegos of Alice, TX, was killed on May 11, 1968. I was medivaced home through Japan, the Phillipines and San Francisco. After changing branches to Signal Corps, I returned to the 101st in August 1970 as Battalion Signal Officer, 1/501st. Unfortunately for me, by then we were very short of infantry officers and I was pressed into duty as Assistant Operations Officer, Air, and Commander of first E Company and then HQ Company. We went down Highway 9 to the Rockpile and Khe Sahn and we were the first unit to DaNang to provide perimeter security when the last Marine units packed up for home. Sad to say, I wasn't good enough to bring all my guys home and there are three names on the wall that I visit with regularly. Living in Arlington, VA and working DC I have an easy time of it visiting The Memorial. I've not made much of an effort to keep in touch with my fellow vets. Maybe it's time to begin. We were soldiers once, but it seems as if we were never very young.
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Name: Arthur Joel Wacaster
Hometown: Arlington, VA
Date: April 15, 2004 - 01:20 PM (pacific)
Just ran across this site and have really enjoyed "catching up." I had the privilege of serving as Anti-tank Platoon Leader and 3rd Platoon Leader, B Co, 2/327th from Jan - May 1968. Some of you may recall when we still had 106 mm recoiless rifles mounted on jeeps. There were no enemy tanks around but they made pretty good bunker busters. During that period Chargin' Charlie Beckwith was the Battalion Commander. Colonel Beckwith died of a heart attack in Austin, TX in 1995. I recall the move from Firebase Panther, overlooking the city of Hue where we could see the marines fighting to retake the city after Tet, to first Firebase Henry and then Firebase Bastogne. I was wounded and my Platoon Sergeant, Staff Sergeant Oscar Conando Gallegos of Alice, Texas, was killed on May 5, 1968 along Highway 547. I returned to Vietnam in August 1970 - August 1971 and was a Company Commander with the 1/501st. Even though both were great units, I will always think of myself as a member of the "No Slack" Battalion. God bless you all.
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Name: John Henry Rogers III
Hometown: patrick, south carolina
Date: April 14, 2004 - 11:08 PM (pacific)
i am looking for anybody that served at bien-hoa in 1964 to 1965. I was in the 39th signal battalion. And is looking to reunite with other from there. You can email me at Onecntydispatche@aol.com that is my daughter in law email and she will give to me
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Name: witt m dupre
Hometown: ,
Date: April 14, 2004 - 02:22 AM (pacific)
please, if any one have known of a sam dupre please e-mail...in theory..no slack 327 2? s-2 co E company

Name: Michael L Moreno
Hometown: Reno, Nv
Date: March 15, 2004 - 02:57 PM (pacific)
Greetings to one and all, got back from visiting the soldiers at Delta Co 1-327th In in Ft Campbell Ky. Spent a few hours with them, these are bunch of good kids, they are professional in every sense of the word. Have looked into their eyes and saw the tiger and the compassion in their hearts. We should all be proud of the way they handle themselves and all they could say to me was that they were following in our footsteps. They are our pride and our warriors of the 21st century. They are true to their beliefs and they knew what they were fighting for, each other and for you and me. A big hearty Airborne and Air Assualt Sir!
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Name: Kimberly Elizabeth Tregaskes
Hometown: Templeton, PA
Date: March 14, 2004 - 08:55 PM (pacific)
Hello to all of you wonderful veterans. Thank you so much for fighting for American freedom. I stand proud each and every day that I say the pledge of allegiance. You men are a bunch that you just don't see anymore. I am the granddaughter of SSG Frederick J. Tregaskes and he was in Vietnam in 1966 until around October of 1967 I think.

I would like some information about Vietnam, any thing you would like to share with me, please do. I am in 10th grade at West Shamokin High School in PA, and my social studies class will be studying the Vietnam war pretty soon. If you want to send me anything, please do. My email address is kimberlytregaskes@yahoo.com .

I want to say thank you for fighting for me. Thank you for helping my grandfather out of that jungle in Vietnam. If you know him, please send me an email. I want to know what happened to him in Vietnam.

Pap, SSG Frederick J. Tregaskes is still alive, he is well. He was inducted into the Soldiers and Sailors Hall of Valor in Pittsburgh Pa a few years ago.

Please send me some information.

And once again, thank you for my freedom.

KIM
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Name: Ronald S Deal
Hometown: Cleveland, tennessee
Date: March 14, 2004 - 04:36 PM (pacific)
Hope everyone is doing fine .i am trying to find doc that gave me a call in 1988 0r 89 talk aboutnam but never got back to one another since he was retiring from fort cambell at that time would like to get back in touch sorry but do not remember his last name may god speed be with you all Ronald Deal.
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Name: Thomas Vincent Nakashima
Hometown: ,
Date: March 13, 2004 - 09:31 PM (pacific)
I was in Mortar Battery of the 327th and got out just before Viet Nam in March of 1963. I can't find anything about Mortar Batter on this site. Did they disolve it for Viet Nam? Does anybody know?

Tom Nakashima
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Name: Jim Drachmann
Hometown: silkeborg, Denmark
Date: March 13, 2004 - 09:20 PM (pacific)
Hi
I am a Danish collector who collect para wings from World Wide.
I have seen your website and I must say that is a very good job
you have done. If you will you can sign in my guestbook if
you like. Here is a link to my website.
http://www.paraworld.dk/

Best Regard.
Jim Drachmann.
Para world.
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Name: Refugio Art(Arturo) Sias
Hometown: El Paso, Texas
Date: March 12, 2004 - 06:39 PM (pacific)
Have gone all through the guest book, anybody from B Co. 70-71
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Name: Dan McIsaac
Hometown: Wrentham, MA
Date: March 12, 2004 - 06:18 PM (pacific)
I am trying to contact Christine Norris Sellback listed on page 5 of this guest book.

She wanted to contact people who knew her dad, Ssg. Gerry Norris KIA May 14, 1967.

I served with Gerry from the rank of Pvt to Sgt with B 506 Airborne Battlegroup at Campbell, and saw him later in VN, when I commanded the Lurps. Our last meeing was just a few days before he died. Her dad is mentioned in Rey Martinez's book Six Silent Men Book 1. If someone can foward this info to her it would be helpful, please feel free to contact at any time to gather more info about me before you pass my name and number on to her.

Thank You,
Dan McIsaac
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Name: Daniel F. McIsaac
Hometown: Wrentham, Ma
Date: March 12, 2004 - 06:01 PM (pacific)
I was attempting to contact Christine Norris Seelback. She want to talk with people who new her das Ssg. Gerry Norris, kia May 14, 1967.

She is listed on page 4 or 5 of the guest book, no number or address was noted.
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Name: Jim Schildknecht
Hometown: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Date: March 10, 2004 - 11:32 PM (pacific)
My umpteenth visit to the site...great job, guys. Recently moved to Santa Fe, NM, from Washington State, and have visited with ex-Tiger and friend Dan Clint and his wonderful wife Terresa. Dan is one of my favorite "unaffiliated" writer's on the VN experience. He speaks of our experiences from his heart and soul. Ran into Gary Epperley, my point-man, and talked with Randy LaFaver, best-ever RTO, from '69/'70. Our world is so full of many brave and great people such as these. I was PL for 2nd/C/1/327th (Sept 69 - March 70) and then Tigers (March 70 - July 70). Best wishes to all.
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Name: Erick W. Miller
Hometown: Salem, Wi
Date: March 09, 2004 - 12:39 PM (pacific)
I hope everyone watched "The Siege of Fire Base Ripcord" on War Stories. They said that the media wasn't allowed to cover the battles in 1970. That's why there was so little footage and so few photographs. I said it before, nobody cared about Vietnam in 1970. We were an annoyance. The ARVN and war protestors got more coverage. Jane Fonda and John Kerry got more coverage. The war in I Corps was far from over in 1968. It didn't end in 1970 when I left either. 1971 was statistically the most dangerous year to be a chopper pilot. What must those men have gone through? Erick
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Name: Gentle Culpepper
Hometown: ,
Date: March 03, 2004 - 10:49 PM (pacific)
Chubasco, i think i know you do you remember me? My name is Culpepper
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Name: Lonnie DOC Layne
Hometown: Murfreesboro, TN
Date: March 02, 2004 - 08:28 PM (pacific)
I was medic for 1st plt. C Co.1/327 From May 67 to around Nov. 67. Would like to hear from any and all the guys I served with. 37 years seams like yesterday sometimes.
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Name: john robert carter
Hometown: ,
Date: February 23, 2004 - 08:05 AM (pacific)
My name is John Carter and I served from October 68 to October 69. I was called "JC". I am from Chicago Illinios. I was in Delta Company. If any one remembers me please send me an E-mail.
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Name: Roger L Huffman
Hometown: Shady Spring, WV
Date: February 20, 2004 - 03:57 PM (pacific)
Keep up the Great work on this sight. It has helped me find some lost buddies and last night I put another piece of my puzzle together.I talked to Steve(ie) Pohancek (kia Dec 70) cousin. I have had a picture of him and could not remember his name until I saw his picture listed and got in touch with Welby Schrader. Hearing him pronounce his name and telling me he grew up in Chicago made things click. I am still looking for buddies I was with 1/327th A co 3rd plt RTO Jan 70 to Feb 71. Welcome "HOME ALL VETS".
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Name: Don (Doc Magoo) Ackerman
Hometown: , Il
Date: February 19, 2004 - 05:12 PM (pacific)
Been in contact with Albee, Doc Trip, LT Cook would like to hear from Doc Nance,Chuck Phelps, Doc Speedy, Doc WF(Ranger Rick) Walker, Sgt "smitty" Smith. Served frm 5/68 to 1/70
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Name: GEORGE DOUGLAS MCCOY
Hometown: PELL CITY, AL
Date: February 18, 2004 - 12:20 PM (pacific)
MY DOG WOLF AND I WORKED IN THE FSB TOMAHAWK AREA IN 1970. I THINK MY FIRST MISSION WAS WITH 2/327 C COMPANY 3RD. PLATOON. WE WENT TO THE MOUNTAINS CLOSE TO THE BACH MA ROAD. I'LL NEVER FORGET.
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Name: Joseph C. Behm
Hometown: Harrisburg, NC
Date: February 17, 2004 - 03:05 PM (pacific)
I was a medic/OR Tech that helped your guys after the Bastogne shelling in December 1970. I had been playing Santa Claus for the patients and medics and was called to the intake/emergency room to help with a large number of your guys that had been torn up pretty bad. I saw lots of young healthy men with their limbs blown off, many internal injuries from head to toe. We helped save many lives but were unable to save some. I promise you we all did our best for each and every one of you. For those of you who have survived 30 +years , well done. Keep up the good work!
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Name: Bob Howard Mumblow
Hometown: Chadbourn, NC
Date: February 16, 2004 - 11:47 PM (pacific)
I was assigned on a FO team with the Tigers in May 67 for about three months, then to A 1/327. Never seen any atrocities being committed. Just returned for a short vacation from Kosovo where I am with the International Police Force. I always counted my stay with the 1/327 as the best. I also returned for a second tour in 70-71. ATR
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Name: Lynn M Clark
Hometown: Holly, Michigan
Date: February 15, 2004 - 09:33 PM (pacific)
I am sure you remember when we found some of your letters home when sifting through things Ma had saved. We laughed till we cried...then we just cried. One thing I do feel I should tell you now is that we DID NOT tell the cows that you missed them.
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Name: Roger Lee Beach
Hometown: Salina, Ks
Date: February 15, 2004 - 02:00 PM (pacific)
Just found your site and think is great, was in VN 68-69, Well home.
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Name: Stephen D Purnell
Hometown: Alpharetta, Ga
Date: February 13, 2004 - 09:57 PM (pacific)
Would like to here from anyone who was in C Co. that went over from Ft. Cambell in 65. AIRBORNE!
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Name: Steve Black
Hometown: new harmony, utah
Date: February 13, 2004 - 12:49 PM (pacific)
Was a member of a company 1/327 for jan 67-oct 67
was with abu in duc pho in may 67, survived mothers day hill along w 2 other members of my platoon. knew sgt norris. regards to all from abu
who may have been with me and all the troops that
spent a night in the boonies. AIRBORNE
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Name: David O Williamson
Hometown: Malvern, Arkansas
Date: February 10, 2004 - 05:49 PM (pacific)
Great site band proud to bre a part. Charles Cotton. Nashville Tennessee, thump gunner, 1st Platoon 69-70-71. Where are you? I would love to talk. "Blue"
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Name: Tom Kilbride
Hometown: Murphys, CA
Date: February 09, 2004 - 03:15 PM (pacific)
I came in as a replacement medic at Dak To and I went into the field assigned to Abu & Cobra Co's. I remember a guy named Killian getting killed and because of the similarity of our names people thought it was me. I recall Sgt. Fields getting shot in the arm and Joe Sumler and I both worked on treating his wound and he died inspite of our efforts from what seemed to be a very superficial wound. I recall some action in Phan Thiet, when two guys on a M-60 machine gun were both wounded, one was Peavey, but I forget the other's name. Both recovered and returned to action. I would like to get in touch with Jim Echols of Atlanta.
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Name: Pamela Jayne (Meador)Henderson
Hometown: Crawfordsville, Indiana
Date: February 08, 2004 - 10:01 AM (pacific)
I want to say thanks to everyone who has reached me and told me about my Uncle Billy Jay Meador and letting me know what a wonderful man he was.He was killed in Vietnam when I was only 5 yrs old.I knew he served with the 101st airbourne division and he is very missed by me.Please whoever knew him keep e-mailing me I love knowing all I can about him.I carry his middle name and am very proud of him.I only remember bits and pieces of him and how much he made me laugh,and enjoy what his fellow brother's know about him. Thank you all again.

Name: John Barry Morehouse
Hometown: Mesa,, AZ.
Date: January 04, 2004 - 01:13 PM (pacific)
Anyone out there from the Hawks. I served from
June 66-June 67. Chuck Mc Iver was there at
the same time. Also Henry Beck. I was known
as JB, pointman & Team Leader at the end of
my tour. Hawk 1-2
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Name: David O Williamson
Hometown: Malvern, Arkansas
Date: January 02, 2004 - 11:15 PM (pacific)
Grunts, boots, airtroops, groundpounders, Infantrymen.Listen up. The men in the rear echolon jobs we owe our lives to. They kept us supplied, sent us mail, logostics, troop movements, equipment repair. keep us in ammo, artillary, airstrikes. Got us water, medivaced out our wounded under intense fire, keep us running like a smooth green machine. Those who would call you REMF's or other names are not brothers in the true sense of the calling. I for one appreciate you. When we needed you , you answered our calls. Most men in Vietnam never saw close quarter combat, firefights, sustained battles but you were there, you worried and cared about us. You did not let us down. Thank You rear echolon Troops, for without you no infantryman would have or could have survived. Vietnam Veterans and Brothers All.
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Name: Dave Kenyon
Hometown: Paso Robles, Ca
Date: December 31, 2003 - 07:06 AM (pacific)
Happy New Year to all grants and even the REMFS. Great new look on the website. I can still recall what we went thru and am proud of another generation tough enough to be Above the Rest. May God bless you all in another year. Son of San Mateo.
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Name: Tom Murray
Hometown: ,
Date: December 29, 2003 - 01:05 PM (pacific)
Yankee Jim, your comment of Christmas at Nouc Ngot, immediately brought back my memory of Christmas 68 on Los Banos. I had just taken over 3rd platoon, one of the men's mother had sent an 18"-24" christmas tree with lights. We set it up in the platoon command bunker, used a claymore wire buried in the dirt and ran it to the artillery generator and spliced it in. What a thrill for the members of the platoon. That mother made a lot of guys happy. I'll never forget the rats jumping across my stomach when I was trying to get some zzz's in that bunker, one of the things you get used to. We had a visit from Santa and some Playboy bunnies? on the landing pad. What a Christmas.
I pray for all that are over seas now and wish them all a safe tour and return.
Happy New Year!
Airborne, No Slack and Above The Rest.
Tom Murray
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Name: Erick Walker Miller
Hometown: ,
Date: December 27, 2003 - 07:14 AM (pacific)
Renee, Go back to the 327th Eagles site and click on the PX link. It might be under "Inside the Wire" . There are Medallions for sale there. I think one of them may be what you're looking for. Tell your dad Welcome Home. LRRPS and Rangers were brave men. You can be real proud of your father. Erick author1997@yahoo.com
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Name: GARY LEROY BURLEIGH
Hometown: ELIZAVILLE, NY
Date: December 26, 2003 - 08:51 PM (pacific)
I would like to hear from any of you guys I served with, it has been a long time. I think about you guys all the time. Served in I CORPS 1970-1971 1st Brigade 2nd 327th Company C 3rd Platoon catch you later. SGT SUDS
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Name: Wilburn Renee
Hometown: ,
Date: December 26, 2003 - 07:35 PM (pacific)
I just found your site and I am hoping someone can help me find a medallion my dad had in Vietnam, he called it the jumping marry- the virgin Mary with a parachute. It would be great if I could find one for him.
He served 2 tours in vietnam 69-71 or 2, the last unit was L co LRRP or something like that and his first address was D Co 1st Bde 327th Inf , 1st Platoon, 101st.
HIs name is William "Larry" Howell.
If someone knows anything of this medallion please let me know!
Thanks!!
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Name: eric kenyon
Hometown: oakland, ca
Date: December 26, 2003 - 03:23 AM (pacific)
i found this page through the tiger force site. these sites are vital to our understanding of our history. we can never forget the courage of these brave men. these sites remind me to be proud to have served in the 101st and the 327.
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Name: Robert A. Downie
Hometown: Harrisburg, PA
Date: December 24, 2003 - 04:24 PM (pacific)
If anyone has information about David Allen Dixon, please e-mail me or call. I went to highschool with him and am gathering information from home as well as from anyone who knew or served with him. Merry Christmas to all who read this. For all vets, from one who served in-country for 18 months, thank you.
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Name: Chris Warwick
Hometown: , TN
Date: December 24, 2003 - 10:10 AM (pacific)
Merry Christmas everyone! I just found your site and wanted a little info on my Uncle, if anyone knew him. His name is Joseph Merel Thorn and was killed May 31, 1968. I don't know very much about him as his death affected my so much, that I don't want to upset her with questions. If anyone knows anything or can share stories, please email me at warrio2@yahoo.com. Thank you.
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Name: Yankee Jim Simchera
Hometown: , NW FL Panhandle
Date: December 24, 2003 - 05:27 AM (pacific)
327th Family,
Wishing you and yours a very Blessed Christmas and Holiday Season. Looking forward to welcoming our younger 327th Brothers back to Ft. Campbell this spring and seeing all of you at Cobra Lake this coming June. May you be Blessed with Health, Happiness & Prosperity in the New Year. Pray for our troops and may God Bless the U.S.A.!
No Slack & Above The Rest!
Yankee Jim & Patti
PS: I'll never forget Christmas '69 with my 2nd PLT Brothers at Nouc Ngot Bridge...
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Name: Welby Schrader
Hometown: Tucson, AZ
Date: December 22, 2003 - 11:52 PM (pacific)
It's hard to believe that almost a year has passed since I first heard from many of the guys of the 327th. You have helped me with putting the pieces together of what happened on 24, Dec., 1970, just outside of Firebase Bastogne. Many of you have shared your memories of my cousin, SP4 Steve ("Stevie") Pohancek, who was K I A on that Christmas eve day. Mostly, you all reached out to me, and treated me as your "lil' Bro' "; and that will always mean so very much to me, I can't describe it in words. But, best of all, some of you have become very close friends (Y'all know who you are!), and that means the most of all. Another 24, Dec. is almost on us; so if you are awake at 04h15, Time Zone ROMEO (Eastern Standard), on the morning of Christmas Eve day, remember the guys who were killed that day.

All of you are "ABOVE THE REST!"

Welby
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Name: Wade Hansen
Hometown: ,
Date: December 22, 2003 - 07:44 PM (pacific)
Merry Christmas to all my Airborne Brothers.Be safe and Stay alert Stay Alive You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Nam 67-68 Bco 2/327th
No Slack....Wade
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Name: Wayne Smith
Hometown: Lake Worth, FL
Date: December 22, 2003 - 06:46 PM (pacific)
Nice page. Was transferred from the 25th Division in March of 1971 to Delta Co. 1/327. DEROS in September of 1971. Worked out of Bastogne, Birmingham and Veghl. Was in Lamson 719
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Name: Valorie Moats
Hometown: Lantana, Florida
Date: December 22, 2003 - 08:40 AM (pacific)
Happy Holidays! Hope you are home soon. Stay safe. We are so proud of you all!
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Name: Terry Whitpan
Hometown: ,
Date: December 21, 2003 - 10:27 AM (pacific)
MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF YOU

TERRY & THERESA
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Name: Michael Francis Wilson
Hometown: Jax., Fl.
Date: December 21, 2003 - 06:46 AM (pacific)
I started out with C co. in june 67 with Jungle Jim as CO And ended up in A co with Larry Reddman in th Ashu valley in mar. 68
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Name: Bobby D. Laney
Hometown: no cities, New Mexico
Date: December 19, 2003 - 10:57 AM (pacific)
Finally got moved from va., sure have missed you guys, took 4 months to get electric, that held me up , getting back on here, oh yeah had to get puter fixed, 5 miles back in bonnies, to a marine, he put chip in mother board in 20 mins. here i am Bobbyredhawk
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Name: Robert Keller
Hometown: ,
Date: December 16, 2003 - 12:00 PM (pacific)
I was honored to be the Platoon Leader of 2nd Platoon, C Company, 2/327 the second half of 1969 and XO of C Company until July 1970. The men I served with were the finest I have ever met. I appreciate this site and the service it provides to present and past members of the 101st.
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Name: Ronald Eugene MATUSKA
Hometown: Moreno Valley,, CA
Date: December 15, 2003 - 08:00 AM (pacific)
I served with B Battery, 2nd Bn, 320th FA, 1st Bde, 101st Abn in Vietnam from 1966 thru 1967.
As I watch the performance of the 1st Brigade in Iraq, I am once again brought back to my time as a member of the Screaming Eagles. It is with great pride that my heart goes out to all those who have lost their lives in this struggle. I am forever humbled and in debt to these brave men and women who now serve.
I just completed a triangular case for my flag, and as I did so, I realized how many have died for what it represents: A beacon of hope for the oppressed, a talisman for all freedom loving people, and a hallowed symbol of Liberty.

Ronald E. Matuska, SP4,
B Battery, 2nd Battalion, 1st Brigade,
101st Airborne, Vietnam 66-67
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Name: Roger James Morris
Hometown: Offenbach, Germany
Date: December 12, 2003 - 06:43 AM (pacific)
It's been awhile since I visited the web site and just wanted to wish everyone out there a safe and happy holiday season.

As always, a great web site.

Roger Morris C 1/327 67 - 68

ATR & NS
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Name: Linda Gail Ellithorpe Curray
Hometown: Murfreesboro, TN
Date: December 11, 2003 - 12:29 PM (pacific)
I am trying to locate my brother Rea Ellithorpe, he was born in Nashville, Tennessee on August 1, 1955. He was in the 101st from 11/72 - 7/74. He made a career of the military and traveled all over the country. Our mother passed away in 2000 and now my dad is in poor health. My dad has been in the hospital and I need to get in touch with my brother. My dad has talked to my brother over the years but he did not have an address and the telephone number he had is not correct. I would really appreciate any information regarding my brother's location. Thank you
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Name: David J. Markham
Hometown: ,
Date: December 08, 2003 - 06:23 AM (pacific)
This is an e-mail that was sent to me, I hope someone in ABU can help these fine people out.

Dear Company A, 1st Battalion (Airborne) 327th Infantry Veterans:
Can you help me (a very elderly lady) locate a living witness to the enemy action that resulted in the death of my beloved nephew, David Lee Wilkerson, when he was the 3rd platoon's machine gunner on March 24, 1968?
I have been told that if a living witness can be located, a request to Congress may be made to have his award upgraded to the Medal of Honor - as that would have initially been awarded had there been less political pressure by protesters to limit the Medal of Honors given in Vietnam.
Two enemy engagements are listed on is Silver Star citation that was awarded in 1968. The following quotation is from last paragraph citing his final act of heroism on March 24, 1968:
"On the following day, 24 March 1968, the third platoon was moving west through very thick undergrowth. As the company moved along the second platoon, which was the middle element, was ambushed by an u undetermined size enemy force. The initial enemy burst wounded the second platoons' machine gunner and immediately the call came for another machine gun. Almost simultaneously Specialist Wilkerson picked up his machine gun and made his way through an intense hail of enemy automatic weapons fire to the point where the initial contact was made. He immediately began laying down a base of fire covering the entire area so the second platoon would pull back their wounded personnel. Specialist Wilkerson kept firing and moving, remaining alone and exposed, covering the second platoon's withdrawal until he himself was killed by enemy fire. His actions are in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflect great credit upon himself, his unit and the United States Army.

Thank you for your help,
JoAnn Wilkerson
(Mrs. Conley Wilkerson)

P.S. My husband is veteran of World War Two.
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Name: VENTURA LEAK
Hometown: JAMAICA, NEW YORK
Date: December 06, 2003 - 01:47 PM (pacific)
WONDERFUL SITE BUT SOMEWHAT EMOTIONAL
TO ME WOULD LOVE TO COMMUNICATE WITH ANY ONE FROM THE ERA. I SERVED WITH WYMAN HELMS AND IAM FEATURED ON THE PICTURED BEHIND HIM ON PATROL THAT WAS SUMMITED TO YOUR SITE, AND THE GROUP PHOTO FROM RION CAUSEY (TIGERS AT BASE CAMP 1967. IAM THE SIX SOLDIER FROM THE LEFT IN THE BACK ROW.
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Name: MIKE KIRGIS
Hometown: IONIA, MICHIGAN
Date: December 04, 2003 - 10:39 AM (pacific)
SERVED WITH THE 2ND PLT. IN 1970