Name: Michael
Email: gesshoo@attbi.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Friday, January 31, 2003
Comments: Anyone know the name David Salter? D. E. Salter? He flew with you I assume. He doesn't talk much EVER about his experience. Just thought maybe I could find an old friend of his maybe.

Name: Decliff
Email: mang.jkity@yahoo.com 
Webpage: www.megaheart.com 
Veteran: Gulf War
Year: 20
Date: Friday, January 31, 2003
Comments: I will take time to study your site.

Name: Baldemar G. Garza Jr
Email: BGARZ@satx.rr.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1971-1972
Date: Friday, January 31, 2003
Comments: I had to reset my E-mail. I served with the Robinhoods at Dong Ha in Feb 71. Later , We stood down to Marble Mountain in Da Nang. I left country in Mar 72. Clear left , Clear Right , UNASS the area !

Name: John R. Swiercz
Email: jrswiercz@adelphia.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969-1970
Date: Friday, January 31, 2003
Comments: I was very proud to serve with the men of the 61st AHC from March 1968 to March 1970. My first ship was a d model Huey 007, Lucky Star. My last four months were in guns where I had a Charlie model light gun ship 756. Good Bless all who served. Hope you are all doing well. John Swiercz  jrswiercz@adelphia.net .......Hey Smith or Smitty, if your out there I still miss you and hope your well.

Name: Bill (Piazzian) Balzano
Email: chief510kpd@taconic.net 
Looking for veteran
Year: 1966/1968
Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2003
Comments:  Looking for John (Frenchy) Duarte. 26th Marines in Khe Sahn 1967/68. Worked in Mess Hall. Took good care of me when I wasn't on Hill 950. He last lived in Norwich, Ct. Sent many letters to "John Duarte" throughout Ct, Maine & RI but no response. Anyone knowing anything about Frenchy please contact me.

Name: JIM HENNESSEY
Email: ND-JIMHENNESSEY@WEBTV.NET 
Veteran: WW II
Year: 2
Date: Monday, January 27, 2003
Comments: ENJOYED MY VISIT TO THIS WEB-SITE. GOOD LUCK. WW2-VET-CO.E-345TH-REGT-87TH-GOLDEN ACORN- INF. DIV/

Name: Dennis Reed
Email: evan@vol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969 to 1970
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2003

Name: Fred Monnett
Email: blackgun26205@yahoo.com 
Veteran: Other
Date: Friday, January 24, 2003
Comments: Hello, I would like to have info on SP5 Leonard Monnett. He was a CE with the 173 AHC,he transfered to a Cav unit where he was KIA Feb 19,1971 during Lam Son 719.

Name: D. W. Boswell
Email: firecop410@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969 & 70
Date: Friday, January 24, 2003
Comments: Great job Brother I all so flew Helos in Nam. Semper FI  D. W. "BOZ" Boswell HMH-361

Name: Sam Clark
Email: Windwalkerswc@msn.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 20
Date: Wednesday, January 22, 2003
Comments: I was with the Tomahawks in Korea, July 1974-1975. Nice web page. Keep up the good work. Welcome Home...

Name: B. McDonald
Email: chaplain@ponyexpress.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 22 years
Date: Tuesday, January 21, 2003
Comments: Rev. Bill, as you know by now, there are two of us. I am REV and Chaplain. 22 years Army, Korea to Vietnam. Was not a chaplain in Army. 68-69 Chu Lai and Long Binh, CW3. Thanks for adding my poem, "The One Red Rose Farewell to a Comrad". Blessings to you and yours, Chaps Bill McDonald, Jail Chaplain, semi retired. Keep up the good work, lest we forget. B. N. McDonald

Name: Jim Codney
Email: Canyon6621@aol.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Monday, January 20, 2003
Comments: I just wanted to thank you for the stories and pictures on your website! I am Bob Codney's son and I wasn't born until 1973. These pictures give me some basis of what my father did when he was in Vietnam. I will pass this down to my children when I have them so they know about their grandfather and other men like him who fought for our great country and our way of life. Thank you again.

Webmaster's Note: I flew with Bob Codney for almost 6 months time before he became a "Gunslinger" and no longer rode with us "slick  jockeys". Bob was the best of the best - a real hero! I always felt safe when I flew with him. He would never hesitate to render aid or assist anyone in trouble on the ground. We flew through hell at times - but he was always so poised and in control. I have spoken to him just a few times this past couple of years - but I  consider him a lifelong friend! Be proud of your dad, young man - he is one of a kind! 

Name: Jay Robinson
Email: jayrob2000@hotmail.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Saturday, January 18, 2003
Comments: Dear Bill, I am a 19 year old preparing for my own time in Europe. Your site came up in a search for Europe on One Dollar a Day. I enjoyed reading your story very much. I am looking forward to my adventures and your site was very inspiring.

Name: Charles Taliaferro
Email: charles@kitchentablegang.org 
Webpage: http://www.kitchentablegang.org 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1967-1968
Date: Saturday, January 18, 2003
Comments: Wonderful website with lots of memories! Thanks for allowing me to visit.

Name: Dan Lint
Email: Cindylint@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 70
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2003
Comments: None

Name: Sonny Gratzer
Email: bandit6@sonnygratzer.com 
Webpage: www.sonnygratzer.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1963-1968
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2003
Comments: A great site, Bart. Kudos!

Name: Chip Decker (Tomahawk 29)
Email: charles.decker@mw.boeing.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Dec 66 - Dec 67 and Aug 69 - Apr 70
Date: Thursday, January 16, 2003
Comments: Enjoyed you site very much, it brought back thoughts of the days of my youth, the friendships, the sorrow of lost friends, forgotten names and faces. I would like to send you photographs taken during my tour with the Tomahawks. I think you'll see people, places, things and aircraft you haven't seen in a lifetime. Some I have digitized now, but others I'll have to convert. Please advise how to get them to you. If you have contact with Jay Risden say hello.

Name: Richard Coyne
Email: rppc427@aol.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1968
Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2003
Comments: Arrived at "Beat Cat" in March of 1967, transferred to 213th ASHC  in June 1967. Worked on flight line on CH47's. Crew-cheif 097 in Jan-Feb 1967. Was there for the fire work on July 29th, 1967!!! Interesting website. Any pics of the 213th in 1967? Thanks for the great site. Spec 4 Rich Coyne US51619147.

Webmaster Note: That rocket attack on Phu Loi did some very heavy damage and destroyed several helicopters as well. There were an estimated 250 rockets and mortars launched at the base camp that night. It was July 19th, I believe, rather than the 29th of July 1967. If anyone has a more definitive date let this website know.  

Name: John G. "Jack" Heslin
Email: jackheslin@comcast.net 
Webpage: www.thebattleofkontum.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1967-68 1971-72
Date: Monday, January 13, 2003
Comments: Great site -- thanks for your efforts -- we must never let people forget the sacrifices made. I have tried to honor those who participated in one of the largest battles of the Vietnam War -- The Easter Offensive of 1972. Most Americans have never heard of the battles that took place during that period. My site "The Battle of Kontum" commemorates those few who stayed and fought with the ARVN units in the largest battle of the War. Best to you in your efforts -- Jack Heslin -- The Scribe

Name: Robert (Marshal) Dillon
Email: judithann@pennswoods.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968-69
Date: Monday, January 13, 2003
Comments: Landed at Bear Cat in April 1968. Worked on helicopters...any one out there remember me? Went to Dong Tam as door gunner and crew chief and mechanic , came home in May of 69

Name: Dale W. Ehmke
Email: ehmke@mtco.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1967
Date: Monday, January 13, 2003
Comments: None

Name: Mark W.
Email: mwiderstrom@houston.rr.com 
Webpage: www.geocities.com/firebaseradio 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1970-1977
Date: Monday, January 13, 2003
Comments: HEY HAPPY 2003 Bill, this is for you and everyone that comes to your site. I have WORLD WIDE VETERANS RADIO on the Internet. If anyone has any war stories and or material, Gripes Complaints, and or Interesting subjects that you would like to have played over the internet, send me your cassettes, I have a player and would play what you send me. OR email me the information, and I will use a email reader that uses a computer sensized voice to read your things over the radio station. There is no need to PUT STAMPS on the envelope In LUE of STAMPS put in print--> Free Matter for the Handicapped < where a stamp would go. Veterans Radio C/O 16250 Barbarossa Drive Houston, Texas 77083-5310

Name: Joe 
Veteran: Vietnam
Date: Sunday, January 12, 2003
Comments: Your pages bring so much back. I am glad that you offer help to veterans on your website. Thanks...

Name: Don Tate
Email: warvet_69@yahoo.com 
Webpage: One Man's War http://www.members.tripod.com/warvet_69
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968-71
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2003
Comments:  G'day guys, I'm proud to say I served alongside you guys in the Vietnam War. I'm an Australian veteran of the War (infantry) wounded in action, 19th July, 1969. My web site reveals the Australian perspective of the War which many Americans are totally unaware of. I've also got an on-going battle with a gutless local government council which refuses to allow us to put up a plaque at a site where we planted over 200 trees as a "commemorative walk" on behalf of Vietnam War veterans. We'd appreciate any assistance from any of you guys who've still got a bit of fight left in you. My web site (and petition details) are at http://www.members.tripod.com/warvet_69 Please assist a fellow vet. Don Tate.

Name: Barry Wright
Email: semperfibhw@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 2
Date: Thursday, January 09, 2003
Comments: I was in 3rd Batalion 26th Marines, I-Corps, 1966-68. NCO. I was in Nam 1967-68. KheSanh (twice), Tet Offensive, Alpha2, Charlie3, GioLing, Hue, Hill861(KheSanh). I am a widower (3rd wife) with a 13 year old son, Zach, who is the joy of my life. I would like to talk with someone who may have been in my area in Nam at the same time. I would like to talk with any Viet Nam Woman who would care to get close to me. I have succeeded and failed on so many things that make me need to get close with others who might be able to offer me acceptance and support without having to explain myself. Those who were not there can never understand what lies inside of those who were in country. Sincerely, Barry Wright 2227192 semperfibhw@aol.com  937-644-8543  - PO. Box 104 Marysville, Ohio 43040

Name: Jon R Beckenhauer
Email: beckenhaue_j@rocketmail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Viet Nam 68-71 US Army 67 to 97
Date: Wednesday, January 08, 2003
Comments: I am trying to find anyone who was a member of the "Robin Hoods" back in December 1968 who might have knowledge about the crash of a 173rd Robin Hood helicopter near Lai Khe with the tail number 66-16496 on December 18th 1968? On board were Crew Members: AC: W0 1 DALBERG FE Pilot: W0 1 TODD W Crew Chief: E4 MOSHER D Door Gunner: SP4 OLSON RICHARD KIA Passengers: E4 DA DAVIS, PAX, My name is Jon Beckenhauer and I am on the Family Contacts Committee of the Viet Nam Helicopter Pilots Association. (also a three year tour guy who flew for the 180th Big Windy's and 243rd ASHC “Freight Trains”) I am acting on behalf of Ms. Debi Olson who is trying to find someone who was in the 173rd AHC who knew her brother SP4 Richard (Dick) Olson the Door gunner who was killed on that aircraft.. His sister Debi knows how her brother died but as she was only 12 years old when he was killed in this crash. She'd like to find someone who knew her brother and could share a little bit of how he lived. It would mean a lot to her to make contact with someone who was his friend/bunkmate/unit member/whatever.. If you have any information at all that would assist me in helping Debi Olson find a unit member or know of a roster of unit members, I'd appreciate a reply. If you choose to remain anonymous, I will repect that right and only pass on information you can give. Thanking you in advance, beckenhaue_j@rocketmail.com 

Name: Brig Brian H. Cooper
Email: caladan@ozemail.com.au 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1952 -1985
Date: Sunday, January 05, 2003
Comments: I was a guest of the 128th in Phu Loi in 1966. It was pleasing to find this website and to be able to send my best wishes to you all. Brigadier Brian H. Cooper Australian Army Aviation Corps [Retired]

Name: Gilbert K. Taeger
Email: MAZ916@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Army 67-68
Date: Saturday, January 04, 2003
Comments: I enjoy all the Vietnam Websites. Thank you. Welcome Home.

Name: Frank Tresenrider
Email: bco.ceagle2@verizon.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 68-69
Date: Sunday, December 29, 2002
Comments:  Captain Ron Algren lives near March Air Reserve Base in California. He lives alone in a trailer. If anyone from your company remembers him, and is interested in writing to him, I will post his address for you. I'm sure he would enjoy hearing from you. Frank Tresenrider RVN 68-69 The Kingsmen Helicopter Company.

Name: John M Kovacs
Email: wd8eol@msn.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1968
Date: Saturday, December 28, 2002
Comments: With the 173rd assigned to the 166th Transportation Detachment.

Name: Ramona Crofoot
Email: roaminmona@yahoo.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Date: Friday, December 27, 2002
Comments:  I was googling my father's name and this site came up. I was wondering if anyone knew my father, George W. Crofoot. He's the one mentioned in the 22 April 1966 entry regarding acquiring the Tomahawk. He passed away January 2002. He retired from the Army as a Lt.Col. in 1980 and served two tours in Vietnam.

Name: Stanley J. Bednar, Jr.
Email: bednar@bellsouth.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: eight years 1964-1972
Date: Thursday, December 26, 2002
Comments: None

Name: Randy Bailey
Email: rbailey@imbris.com 
Webpage: none
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968-1970
Date: Monday, December 23, 2002
Comments: I was stationed in Kontum with the 125th Air Traffic Control Co. 1st AVN. Bde. between November 1968 and April 1970. would like to make contact with others who served in Kontum.

Name: Paul Bynum
Email: pjbynum7@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1965-1966
Date: Saturday, December 21, 2002
Comments: I was stationed at Phu Loi 1965-1966, seems like yesterday.

Name: Dan Dane
Email: Midlandane@aol.com 
Webpage: www.dandane.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 69-73
Date: Friday, December 20, 2002
Comments:  I have just joined the Vietnam War Writers Web Ring and looked at your site. It is very informative. My site www.dandane.com  , describes a new book I have just published to document some of my memories of the last years of the War (71-72). I am particularly interested in feed back from other writers. A press release about the book is attached. If you have time I hope you will check out my site and pass the word along in your writing circles or link if you think it is appropriate. Thanks, Dan Dane

Name: Harry Slack
Email: harryinbogota@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968-69
Date: Thursday, December 19, 2002
Comments: Many years.....many miles. For those of us that did not return and for those of us that never came completely home, we are all grateful for the recognition. Thanks.....Harry Slack 282nd AHC, DaNang, 1968-69

Name: Greck
Email: guymen@mugu.com 
Webpage: www.panini.com 
Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2002
Comments: Guymen keep off it is done nothing dey hereoooooooooooooh

Name: Doug Grabowski
Email: Robinhood2170@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969 - 1970
Date: Tuesday, December 17, 2002
Comments: I'm back up and running. Email is Robinhood2170@aol.com  Please add me to the email "ring". Thanx Doug Grabowski

Name: Bill Rutledge
Email: brutledge@worldnet.att.net 
Webpage: www.seawolf.org 
Veteran: Vietnam 
Year: 69-72
Date: Monday, December 16, 2002
Comments:  Great site, Flew as a door gunner with the Navies only Gunship SQD. Helicopter Attack(Light)Sqd 3 SEAWOLVES for 27 months. Attached in 70/71 at times with Seawolf Det 6 at Phu Loi after having our Navy Tactical Support Base at Song Ong Doc blown away in Oct 70. Remember well all the rocket, mortar and ground attacks with satchel charges on Phu Loi. We were on the far side of the base by the PX. the damn sappers would come through there at night and pass our two guns up to hit the many helos on the other side. One night a rocket hit in the middle of the com shack hitting the radioman in the chest evaporating him. If you get a chance come over and give us a visit at www.seawolf.org  and pict site at www.seawolf-hal3.org .

Name: Richard
Email: Richardd2@aol,com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: one tour vietnam
Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2002
Comments: I was at Phu Loi with the 205th ASLT SPT HEL CO. & 612th Trans Det. April or May of 67-68. Our call sign GERONIMOS. MOS 67U30

Name: Charles Lilly
Email: clilly@atcc.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1967
Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2002
Comments: none

Name: David A. Thompson
Email: da_nat@earthlink.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968 & 1971
Date: Friday, December 06, 2002
Comments: Very Nice web site. Where is the 7th Sqdn 1st Air Cav, serving from 1968 until the end???

Name: Ernest Lockemann Jr.
Email: el4328@Yahoo.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: July1966-July67
Date: Friday, November 29, 2002
Comments: I served in the 128th from July 1966-july 1967 as a helicopter supply specialist. I found your website while doing a search for a picture of a tomahawk so my grandson could complete a school project. It's a great site. I'd love to hear from anyone who was there when I was. Thanks. Ernest Lockemann Jr.

Name: Charles D. Saunders
Email: mscotton1@juno.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 67/68
Date: Friday, November 29, 2002
Comments: none

Name: Eric Nelson
Veteran: Gulf War
Year: 83-present
Date: Thursday, November 28, 2002
Comments: Rev Bill, Was awesome to finally meet you after 2+ years of communication. Wish we had more time to talk, but understand you and Shadow had a bigger mission. One thing I meant to do, but we had no time for was to show you the "Hall of Hero's" that the museum at Rucker has. It was right there where we were talking, but in my excitement in meeting you I forgot about it. My dad's name is on it, as well as many others that you probably knew. I guess we'll have to get back together when I get back from Germany and see it. Bill, I really wanted to thank you for bringing me on board the Shadow Project. I can't begin to explain the depth of emotions I felt seeing all of you fly off Howze Field the first day. What an honor I've had to have been a tiny part of that massive project!

Webmaster: It was my honor to know and serve with your father...and my pleasure to finally get to met your wife and you at Fort Rucker! I was greatly moved by all that happened. I hope we get more time to talk in person when you return back to the states.

Name: Don Homuth
Email: dhomuth1@attbi.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 11th CAB, 1/67 - 8/68
Date: Sunday, November 24, 2002
Comments: When I arrived at the 11th CAB from the Rep Depo, the BN HQ was apparently short on folks that could type. I could. There was no shortage of 67A's, so I went to work in the Personnel section. I extended, went home on special leave in 12/67, and when I returned became the BN Safety NCO, working for MAJ Ronald G Clarke, whom everyone called Gordy. My decision to extend became questionable in 2/68, during the Tet Offensive. For a time in 1968, I played the organ in the battalion chapel services, in the building between the 11th CAB and the 128th AHC headquarters. The chaplain's assistants were Dave Nelson and his replacement was Ben Gwynn. Another HHD vet found me on the Net some time back -- Vic Bary, who was also in the Personnel section during 1967. And from this guestbook, ran across the name of Ron Weakley, who was a legal clerk as well. I've sent a bunch of photos to Bill from the small group I have left. Most of them have been lost in the moves over the years. I was briefly on the 128th personnel roster, promoted to SGT E5 in a 51M40 firefighter slot, but spent my time with the HHD mostly. We ate chow at the 128th mess hall, however, if memory serves. I was one of the folks from the HHD who ran to the 128th area to help when it was mistakenly hit by artillery sometime in 1967. Four rounds, though the memory is mostly unclear. Went home in 8/68, back to college, and life has been good since. Went to The Wall and sat for an entire day, just looking and thinking. Best to all of you. At one time or another, I spent time with all the units of the 11th CAB. We were soldiers once, and kinda screwy. But great guys! I'm proud to have served with you.

Name:Chuck Harris
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1971
Date: Sunday, November 24, 2002
Comments: Just found your web site while looking around in the VHPA site. I flew with the INFANT Detachment out of Phu Loi in 1971 and even made a few flights with the 128th when they were short of pilots. George Glawson was a member of the Infant Detactment and was filling in at 128th when he went down and was killed. Chuck Harris Infant 6

Name: Colin Adamson
Email: col@firstbattalion.au.com 
Webpage: www.firstbattalion.au.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 30 years service tme
Date: Friday, November 22, 2002
Comments:

I am a former regular Australian infantry soldier with service in SVN 68/69 You web site is excellent; it brings back so many memories and they are all not bad. I would like to get in touch with CW2 James Porter -Crossbow 38. It is possible that his Fire Team, I think it was a heavy, may have got me out of a parcel of trouble on the night of 15/16 May 68. I was a rifle Company Commander at the time and we were operating about 25 Ks North of Bien Hoa in War Zone D. From memory, one of the choppers was hit by Charlie, so the action was broken off to escort it back but there was also 3 jets involved which dropped napalm on my wire. All the best to you all and take care Colin 

Name: Russell K. Layton
Email: russelllayton@netscape,net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Vietnam 10/68 through 10/69
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2002
Comments:  If any of my fellow Tomahawks are interested in pix of some of the 128th AHC action between October, 1968 through October, 1969 I have a slide show with comments and I have a movie of some flights in and around Phu Loi, Lai Khe, and Bien Hoe with a sound track from the radio on one of our missions. I also have 3 of the four quarterly reports for the period and am looking for the July 1, 1969 through September 30, 1969. I also need some help filling in several of the blanks in my poorly mimeographed copy of the 2nd quarter of 1969. If anybody knows where I can find or access copies of these reports or any other records of our log books or daily missions, I would greatly appreciate it.

In the event that this might refresh your memory, I flew on four different slicks. The one I liked the best was named "Elusive Butterfly" and was known to the Phu Loi tower as Tomahawk International because of the pretty paint job until I was shot down near the foot of Nui Ba Den at the end of August, 1969. I had built a separate room within our hooch and served with Lyons, Martin, Huff, Tweedy, Moore, "Doc" Davis, Zappini, Finch, Mayer, Harris, McKenzie, Wayt, Osborne, Burgoine, Fultz, etc., etc., etc.

 Feel free to contact me at russelllayton@netscape.net 

Name: Kenni
Email: kennisue@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Date: Tuesday, November 19, 2002
Comments:  Mr. McDonald, this is my first time visiting your site. I did a search on MSN for angel experiences and a link to this site showed up. I really enjoyed reading your spiritual stories. I'll be sure to bookmark this site so I can come back and look around a little. I did see the picture of you and your grandson Spencer, how cute! My son's name is Spencer too!!! You seem like a really nice man, take care and God bless.

Name: Bill Adams
Email: marylou_adams@msn.com 
Subject: Looking for buddies
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: One tour of Nam
Date: Monday, November 18, 2002
Comments: Looking for anyone who served in the 1st-2nd Bravo Infantry Division, US Army 1969. Looking for a friend called Marlin Richards who carried a M79 grenade launcher. We wore black scarf's and The Big Red One Division Patches. E-mail me. I live in NJ. Bill Adams

Name:
Email: joekaputa2@yahoo.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Date: Sunday, November 17, 2002
Comments: Looking for information on mobile advisory teams in 69 and 70. I got a buddy who was with them, wounded pretty bad, he is now disabled and wants to find his friends who was with him

Name: Charles Taliaferro
Email: charles@kitchentablegang.org 
Webpage: http://www.kitchentablegang.org 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1968
Date: Sunday, November 17, 2002
Comments: Wonderful website with lots of memories -some good some bad!

Webmaster: Please go to the website - Charles and his "Kitchen Table Gang" do lots of good stuff for veterans in VA hospitals - check it out! 

Name: Andrew Yrabedra
Email: afy4u@bellsouth.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1965-67
Date: Friday, November 15, 2002
Comments: Good to see so many made it. I was the R&R, Awards and Decorations Clerk, and part time door gunner for Col. Starker at 11th Battalion, Headquarters Co.

Name: J Soares
Email: NOELMOOR@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 65-70
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2002
Comments: First went over in may 65 on the troop ship Leroy S. Eltinge (we broke down a few times) and finally made on the Barrett. Came home on a "Freedom Bird" in May 70. Served with the 510th Eng Co, MSC 5th Maint Bn, 25th Avn Co, and finally the world Famous "Greyhounds" 240th AHC at Bear Cat. Without a doubt the best unit I have ever served with in 24 years in the US Army.

Name: Johnson
Email: johnson.ubani@caramail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: one
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2002
Comments I want to know people and make business with them.

Name: Scott Childers
Email: schilder1@excite.com 
Date: Monday, November 11, 2002
Comments: Happy Veterans day to you all, and thanks to all who served and gave of themselves.

Name: Michael T. Rogers
Email: michaelt1961@aol.com 
Veteran: Other
Year: 1982-1985
Date: Monday, November 11, 2002
Comments: I just saw a story about you guys on CNN. On this Veterans Day 2002, I'd like to say Welcome Home! You are Loved and you didn't do anything wrong. In fact, you're all an example of Courage and Honor and Service to Our Country. An example for younger generations to follow. I added your site to my favorites. HOOAH!!! Mike Rogers, Private HHB 1/18 FA, West Germany 1982-83

Name: JOEL R WATKINS
Email: JJRW@AOL.COM 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969-1970
Date: Monday, November 11, 2002
Comments: NICE SITE. THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO HELP US ALL HEAL. 1/27TH A CO. WOLFHOUNDS 25TH DIV

Name: Bill Krumpter
Email: bill@krumpter.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-67
Date: Sunday, November 10, 2002
Comments: None

Name: Randy Riddle
Email: rriddle2@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Gulf War
Year: 5
Date: Wednesday, November 06, 2002
Comments: Sir, I really enjoy you web sight. I was Camp Page for 30 months, I enjoyed it so much, I reenlisted and extended. I now live in Florida and work for U.S.Customs Air and Marine. I was a Witch Doctor an I will be until I die. I have been able to keep in contact with one other guy that was a Doctor. I was a Crew Chief on the UH60A Helicopter. I would really like to find others if you have information to share. Again I really enjoy your sight and hope your able to keep it growing. I was impressed with the history of Camp Page. Thank you and keep up the good work. Witch Doctor Randy Riddle SGT

Name: Joe Johnson
Email: zin1977@aol.com 
Date: Monday, November 04, 2002
Comments: The pic of easy rider is my dad - Larry Johnson

Name: John Sorich
Email: johnnydiamond@mindspring.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969
Date: Monday, November 04, 2002
Comments: Dear Mr. Webster, I take a great deal offense to your comments about the 11th Armoured Cavalry. I served with them. We performed several types of humanitarian programs while in the AO of Xuan Loc. The incident you tell about where a Nun was killed is a tragedy. It is a further tragedy for someone like yourself to attribute this killing to a soldier who you "suppose" belongs to the 11thARC. There were many incidents in Viet Nam where the enemy would get between us and a village. They would fire on us. Never, ever did we return fire because to do so would have been firing into a Village. Before this gets out of hand I respectfully ask you to withdraw your comments about the 11thACR & admit that you don't really know which unit may be responsible for the killing of a this Nun. I  request you to rethink your slanderous comments & then print your retraction. Respectfully, John Sorich, A Troop, 1/11ACR, 1969. Vice President, 11thACVVC

Webmaster: John is referring to an article posted on this website written by retired Army officer, Richard Webster about his experiences in Vietnam.. The reference to the 11th Cav were edited out of the story 11/17/02.

Name: Thomas Ward
Email: Teward99@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1964 - 1968
Date: Monday, November 04, 2002
Comments: None

Name: Ron Holz
Email: INF4THDIVISON@AOL.COM 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 2
Date: Sunday, November 03, 2002
Comments: 

In memory of my brave brother, Cpl.Gary L. Holz , K.I.A. Oct 7th.1967. He was a door gunner for the 227th Batt. C Co. 1ST Air Cav. Thank you for this web site. Ron Holz, 11b10,4th. Inf. Vietnam 67/68

Name: Tim Pearce
Email: fatcat@iceinternet.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1964-68
Date: Thursday, October 31, 2002
Comments: Looking for Major Jeremy D. Scott; AKA Red Baron 6, of 201st Aviation Co.

Name: Billy Bob Thorton
Veteran: None
Date: Thursday, October 31, 2002
Comments: Nice realistic page about the Vietnam War great job.

Name: Steve Morrissey
Email: AAAMORRISSEY@AOL.COM 
Veteran: Other
Year: 1980-1985
Date: Monday, October 28, 2002
Comments: My cousin PAUL BONNETTE served with you guys and lost his life on Nov.25,1968, he was a door gunner. Have contact with Ken Woodward, who was the crew chief and lived with Paul for 5-6 months. Would like to here from anyone who knew Paul or may have photos, info. of him etc. would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to document his time and end of his life in Vietnam for relatives and future generations. ANY info on UH1-B 62-01874 also he lost his life on this a/c. I personally salute each and everyone of you. Steve Morrissey AAAMORRISSEY@AOL.COM 

Name: Jerry Gapol
Email: rachkien67@prodigy 
Webpage: http://coredawg.tripod.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 24 years
Date: Sunday, October 27, 2002
Comments: Great pages and brings back memories. Remember the mission where the 173rd AHC supported the 3d Bn 39th infantry in the Delta. Yes, the same mission when Wetzel was awarded the MOH. Former Platoon Sergeant 3/A/3/39th Inf. Jerry Gapol

Name: Malcolm Lambert
Email: vanlambert@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 10-26-66to 10-21-71
Date: Thursday, October 24, 2002
Comments: 68to71 in central highlands Plieku. 604th Trans. Co. I wish to God, that we all could have made it home.

Name: Arend
Email: beowulf186@hotmail.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Tuesday, October 22, 2002
Comments: Great site, keep it up.

Name: John B. Givhan
Email: gelgeptl@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1963 - 64
Date: Thursday, October 17, 2002
Comments:  Bill: Great meeting you and the "IN THE SHADOW OF THE BLADE" team at LZ Columbus on 6 October 2002. That was an awesome experience for me! Thanks for asking me to mention my book here as well. The title of my book (memoir) is: RICE AND COTTON: SOUTH VIETNAM AND SOUTH ALABAMA. You may review it, see the Table of Contents, excerpts, etc., at www.amazon.com  .

Webmaster note: Great book to read - I strongly recommend reading this book by a true American hero! It was my pleasure to meet John at  Columbus , GA, on our journey with the huey helicopter. I will be featuring it soon in the PX section of this website. 

Name: Deborah Bartlett
Email: dlb156@hotmail.com 
Date: Wednesday, October 09, 2002
Comments:  I hope I am not offending anyone by submitting this comment. I do not mean to do so, but know of no other way to contact veterans of the Vietnam war. I am a student at Sierra College and am doing a paper regarding certain aspects of this war. I am particularly interested in speaking to those who were ground troops at the time. Please contact me if you would be so kind as to share your experiences with me. Thank you to all that respond.

Name: Kenneth Medsker
Email: dogman129@msn.com 
Webpage: www.vnv-act-eagle.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Feb 1971-October 1975
Date: Monday, October 07, 2002
Comments: CAME ACROSS THE SITE WHILE DURING A SEARCH - VERY NICE. I SERVED IN VIETNAM FROM 1971-1972. I AM LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO WENT TO A ORPHANAGE WITH ME ON DECEMBER 25 1971 I CANNOT REMEMBER THE BASE, BUT I KNOW IT IS ON THE COAST, NORTH OF NHA TRANG. IF ANY ONE WENT THERE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AT dogman129@msn.com . I THANK YOU FOR THIS WEB SITE Kenneth E Medsker

Name: Guerra
Email: Tguerra2@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 70-72
Date: Monday, October 07, 2002
Comments: I was a Robin Hood in 71, flew into Laos as a door-gunner on a Charlie model gunship with the Crossbows during Lam-Son 719, out of Dong-Ha. Later we where down in Da-Nang, Marble Mountain, I want to thank you for the time and effort you put into your site, through your site I was able to contact an old friend. I want to thank you for the time and effort you put into this site.

Name: Robert Pennza
Email: rdpennza@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1965-1985
Date: Saturday, October 05, 2002
Comments: None

Name: Wayne E. Motts
Email: wemhistorian@yahoo.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Wednesday, October 02, 2002
Comments: I am the curator of the Cumberland County Historical Society in Carlisle, PA. I am attempting to document the men from our county (Cumberland) killed in Vietnam. I would like to hear from anyone who served and/or knew William Allen Gleixner, a member of the 173rd AHC who was KIA 22 FEB 1968. Thanks, Wayne Motts

Name: Ray Mansfield
Email: hcourier@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969
Date: Tuesday, October 01, 2002
Comments: I worked in the operations building from March 1969 until about August 1969 when I transferred to another unit. I would like to get in touch with either SFC Simon, a co-worker named Chandler, or Dennis Nuhn who worked in the orderly room. I have recently been in contact with David Zappini who's brother, Vince, was killed in a gunship crash about June 4, 1969.

Name: Carolyn Cuskey
Email: ccuskey@yahoo.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2002
Comments:  I teach American history at a junior college in Oklahoma. I let my students choose a subject they would like to learn more about for their term essay. One girl asked to read about women in Viet Nam, which was a challenging subject, even for me! Your web site provided me with several options for my student, all of which I thought were well-written, informative, and historically very valuable. Thank you for making them available and teaching us all more about the war in general, and especially for including women's experiences. Carolyn Cuskey

Name: Lee Read
Email: lee.read@talk21.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Monday, September 23, 2002
Comments: Hello, I have lived in the UK all my life but have always had a fascination with the slick but never had the good luck to ever see one in the flesh. I have read on plenty of sites about the unmistakable noise it makes until recently that is. I had heard that noise and was willing it to be one and it was it flew right over my head at about 150ft and that's when I got the tingling feeling right through me. I will agree with anyone there is no sound like a Heuy flying low overhead (even if it was 2002 in Liverpool UK). Excellent site keep up the good work.

Name: John Gillette
Email: johng21@whoever.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969-1970
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2002
Comments: I remember seeing the Bob Hope show in Lai Khe in December 1969. it was really great.

Name: Doug Taylor
Email: tayhyd@hotmail.com 
Webpage: http://syrupcity.net/~taylor/ 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 21, (2 VN tours)
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2002
Comments: I was told about this site by David Zappini. Read his touching story of the search for his brother & crash site. I flew with Navy HAL-3, Seawolves, Det 7, Dong Tam, '71-72.visit our site http://www.seawolf.org/ or mysite http://syrupcity.net/~taylor/ to see how we did it. I'm restoring a "B" as a mobile display, check it out! If any of you have some "surplus" laying around, I could use it.

Name: Jon Sutterby
Email: jb27@stny.rr.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2002
Comments: Sir: The National Warplane Museum has aquired UH-1H # 65-09589 which served with the 128th & 173rd , according with VHPA CD-Rom. In the future the museum would like to restore "589" , any pictures, stories, crew info. , ect... Would be muchly appreciated for historical accuracy. Thank-you for your time. Jon Sutterby

Webmaster Notes: All Tomahawks and Robin Hoods - if you have any information on this Huey please contact Jon at the The National Warplane Museum. 

Name: Bill Marek
Email: wamarek@cox.net 
Webpage: Under Construction
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1971 - 1972
Date: Monday, September 16, 2002
Comments: Excellent site! I participated in the Vietnam conflict from August 1971’ through June 1972’. 1st CAV, 3rd Brigade (Separate) and Task Force Gary Owens. I was a SP5 Fire Direction Control (FDC) Section Chief. I arrived in Da Nang, South Vietnam on August 2nd, 1971 and was assigned to the 1st Cavalry Division, 1st Battalion, 21st Artillery in the III Corp area of South Vietnam. I served 2 months at the 1st CAV, 3rd Brigade, 1st Battalion FDC Headquarters at Bien Hoa 25 miles North West of Saigon from August thru October 1971. The 1/21 Battalion Headquarters FDC was responsible for Tactical Operations in the area and communication with 13 batteries, bounced Medivacs and received casualty reports. After two convoy missions (Tay Ninh – FSB Pace pullout and MACV in Dinah Quan) I was assigned to “D” Battery on FSB Gibraltar. FSB Gibraltar was located NW of Bein Hoa on the Song Dong Nga River. By the end of May, “D” Battery moved from FSB Gibraltar to occupy, I believe the last U.S. fire support base ever to be built in South Vietnam, FSB Bunker Hill 2. This was only a few miles north west of Bien Hoa and FSB Grunt 2, reachable by ground transportation. I would be interested in any contact from 1st CAV vets or MACV (Dinh Quan) who were in the AO at the time August 1971 - June 1972. May God Bless all my Brothers and keep you all safe! Bill Marek, Phoenix, AZ

Name: Richard (Toby) Strickland
Email: denver@btconline.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 70 - 73
Date: Friday, September 13, 2002
Comments:  B 1/9 Cavalry H Troop 16 Cavalry

Name: Al Sever
Email: als@pcspower.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 68-72
Date: Thursday, September 12, 2002
Comments: Used to work in same AO as you guys. Mentioned you in my new book, XIN LOI, VIET NAM. Check it out on Amazon or B&N sites. Crew Chief 68-72;slicks & Guns; From the Delta to the DMZ

Webmaster note: You can find his book at Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

Name: Victor Johnson
Email: Vjohnltc@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 20 years
Date: Tuesday, September 10, 2002
Comments: Flew A model Huey in VN in '63 + L-19 & U-1 as advisor in 4th Corp. Was MOI instr. in  A, B, C & D models @ FT Rucker in '65. Was with 173rd AHC in '67 when Wetzel volunteered to be a door gunner #655 with CC Jarvis. Had to fight to retain touchdown auto rotations in the primary training program in '68 -71 while in "C" Dept at Wolters. The extra effort that the young CWO's & Officer IP's of "C" Dept. (the only military primary instructors) gave to their students was truly amazing. I' bet most aviators remember the name of their Primary IP. My hat is off to all of you and hope I can get to one of the LZ's. Last flew a Huey in '72. Remember which models have "BELL" or "Huey" on the pedals? Ret. Lt.Col. Victor A. Johnson

Name: Harry Rogers, Jr.
Email: harryrogersjr@hotmail.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 22 retired
Date: Monday, September 09, 2002
Comments: I was with 101 Abn 501 Sig Bn HHQ Div Signal Office 1970-1971 at Camp Eagle. Was at Khesan for a short time. During the Laos operation was at Ankah and Quantre. I retired with 22 years of service

Name: Edwin F. Finan
Email: pennyedf@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 20
Date: Monday, September 09, 2002
Comments: none

Name: Drew
Email: zeismaster1110@aol.com
Veteran: None
Year: none
Date: Saturday, September 07, 2002
Comments: Hi, I'm a PFC in the young marines and and my co training officer and paymaster all served in Vietnam and I have great respect for them and all other Marine Veterns and every one else in Vietnam

Name: JIM LOHMAN
Email: VIKING6500@MSN.COM 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 20 years & 13 DAYS
Date: Friday, September 06, 2002
Comments: Spent two wonderful tours, one in Soc Trang, Dec 64-Dec 65; and one in Pleiku at Camp Holloway Nov 68-Nov 69. Just stumbled onto this site, very good.

Name: Thomas A Cortright
Email: tcortrig@troopers.ny.us 
Webpage:
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 08/31/71 to 08/30/74
Date: Friday, September 06, 2002
Comments: Great site, I was with F/troop 8thcav with the scouts/hunter killer team, gunner/crew chief. Welcome home brothers

Name: Kerry "Doc" Pardue
Email: kerry@quixnet.net 
Webpage: http://www.kerrypardue247.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 3 years active 6 yrs, National Guard
Date: Tuesday, September 03, 2002
Comments: You have a great site here...thank you for honoring the Sharon Lane Foundation, I serve on the board of directors of this organization. I was a medic with the 2/47th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division from 1968 to 1969. WELCOME HOME BROTHER. Kerry "Doc" Pardue

Webmaster Notes: Kerry will be reading some of his great poetry at Angel Fire Vietnam Veteran Memorial, on Veteran's Day, 2002, for the big celebration. The documentary "In The Shadow of the Blade" will be filming the landing of the old Robin Hood huey, that is being flown across this nation to this site on that same day. I look forward to meeting with Kerry and his wife there. His website is well worth a visit! 

Name: DAVID C. CARSON
Email: dcarson001@msn.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968-1988
Date: Tuesday, September 03, 2002
Comments: Great sit., God bless all bro's and sister's. I was in the Nam 69-70. Please e-mail me at any time, thank-you to all in this site

Name: Marvin Camp
Email:
Webpage:
Veteran: Vietnam
Year:
Date: Tuesday, September 03, 2002
Comments: This is Marvin (Swashplate) Camp, HHB and C btry 4/77th ARA,I corps,70-71. A most excellent website and a Godsend to our history and honors those that sacrificed all for freedom! As a member of the VHCMA and of Heli-vets.net, I salute all involved with this project! At your 6...Swash

Name: James ( Doc ) Hancock
Email: docnamb181967@yahoo.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1967----1st Air Cav.
Date: Sunday, September 01, 2002
Comments: Thanks for your great site---it has been a healing experience. WELCOME HOME !!

Name: Max D. Anderson
Email: mander8506@aol.com 
Webpage: http://www.vietnam-war.0catch.com/index.htm 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: july24,69 to 1970,Quan Loi
Date: Thursday, August 29, 2002
Comments: A great site to find out about major battles, pictures and collectables of the Vietnam war.

Name: SP 5 Ivon Williams
Email: pigirony@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1970-1971
Date: Sunday, August 25, 2002
Comments: Great site.

Name: James R. Kirkland
Email: jamkirk28@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 13 1/2 years
Date: Sunday, August 25, 2002
Comments: Served with the 173AHC Robin Hoods 1-10-1966 thru 2-17-1967; second tour 5-5-1968 thru 4-2-1969, 95th Evac. Hosp. Da Nang V.N.

Name: Marvin Swashplate Camp
Email: cobra070@earthlink.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: RVN(70-71) Army (69-79)
Date: Sunday, August 25, 2002
Comments: Outstanding my brother! Your prose tugs at my heart and cleanses my soul! Welcome home my brother!..Swash At your six!Your project will be blessed by God!..Swash

Webmaster Note: Marvin wrote some wonderful prose of his experiences in Vietnam and will be a featured guest poet very soon on this website.

Name: Jennifer Johnson-Wall
Email: jtbwall@yahoo.com 
Veteran: Gulf War
Year: 8
Date: Thursday, August 22, 2002
Comments: Enjoyed your site. I was with the 128th AVN 1 year after it changed over to 1/501st AVN, 17th AVN Bde in Camp Page, Korea, 1989-1991. My favorite memories are still with that unit. I miss running with the "Witchdoctors". Take care all.

Name: Abert R. Kralicek
Email: skralicek45@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1968 1969-1970
Date: Saturday, August 17, 2002
Comments: 

Name: David B. Stratton
Email: bluedog@sisp.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1967/70
Date: Monday, August 12, 2002
Comments: Nice page .. I wanted to submit some poetry that I had written many years ago concerning getting pounded in Nam... do I just send it via e- mail ?? .... at any rate a superior effort on your part. regards.. David

Webmaster note: This website considers all poetry from Vietnam veterans. Just send your poems via email to the Webmaster at: Angelnet@citlink.net 

Name: (Mack) Tony McNally
Email: mack619@yahoo.co.uk 
Webpage: http://www.britains-smallwars.com/Mac/index.html 
Veteran: Other
Date: Saturday, August 10, 2002
Comments:  A very moving site. I am a Brit combat vet, who has suffered with PTSD since fighting in the Falklands war as a 19 year old, my government will not recognise PTSD and now more of my brothers have taken their lives than were KIA. This is a disgrace and I will continue to fight till my dying day. I have many Vietnam vets who I consider my friends and brothers. I also found that by writing about my PTSD it helped me, you can read some of my poems at http://www.postpoems.com/memebers/mack619/ Welcome home, Mack.

Name: Talon-The-Grunt
Email: grunt1970@msn.com 
Webpage: via Pops Forum de Pops
Veteran: Vietnam
Year:
Date: Wednesday, August 07, 2002
Comments:  I´m trying to locate ALAN GREEN. Alan; you were with the Aussies in Nam (We met at Vung Tau Bien Hoa, 1970). Where are you now...? Let me know if you see this ... THE GRUNT
grunt1970@msn.com   

Name: (Sgt.) Richard Jacobs
Email: jakeandjake2001@yahoo.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968-69-70
Date: Wednesday, August 07, 2002
Comments: I was with the 2/18th, 1st Inf. Div. working out of 2nd Brigade HQ in DiAn. Robin Hoods flew me and my buddies out to the "party" lots of times. We also flew out with the "Ghost Riders". Just a simple note to say THANKS for coming back to get us and taking care of us! Richard Jacobs Harrisonville, MO jakeandjake2001@yahoo.com 

Name: De
Email: WolfSpirit73@yahoo.com 
Webpage: http://wolfspirit73.tripod.com/vietnamadaughterwantstoknow/ 
Veteran: Father was veteran
Date: Saturday, August 03, 2002
Comments: Found your site recently, and I am still checking it out. LOADS of information and interesting things! I myself never served in the military, but my father was in the Army for 20 years. Keep up the Wonderful job!

Name: Karen Butler
Email: JBbutler@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam (Husband)
Date: Friday, August 02, 2002
Comments:  I have just submitted another claim concerning my husbands passing of colon cancer in 1996. This time I found information on the website that their are a lot of other cancers that should be considered related to Agent Orange. This information came from a study made by the government and was not made public when it was done. But it is now on the internet. I now have a pretty good chance of proving that my husband died of colon cancer caused by Agent Orange. Karen Butler E-Mail JButler34@hotmail.com 

Name: CARL L MOORE
Email: DEAU@military.com 
Webpage: http://www.geocities.com/tnrebelin/DMZ-FO.html 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1967-70, VN2AP69-20OCT70
Date: Friday, August 02, 2002
Comments:  Found your site some time ago ...commo some wid ya. A fellow just sent in the address to the grp I Modrate http://groups.yahoo.com/group/C-F-26thARTILLERY-TAB ....just a bunch of old Target Acquisition people From Quang Tri Prov ...aaah just located a site that listed places that were sprayed ...by Corp areas, Guess what my old stomping ground( A-2 , Gio Linh) was not on the list ! aaah whats new... aaah never happened...was never there...and ya didn't see me ....or that grass turn brown and fall! ....aaah Government... husssh ....aaah a bit ..son is to Kashmir( US ARMY)... But I still don't trust Uncle Sam ...Do You ?

Name: Art Beltran
EMail: 
Veteran: Vietnam - with the 128th 
Year: 3yr 8mth.s 17days
Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2002
Comments: I am trying to find members of my unit during the years of 1969 - 1970. I served in Phu Loi, Vietnam

Name: Larry D. Grubbs
Email: MlrLtMan@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Feb-66-67-Apr-68
Date: Monday, July 29, 2002
Comments: I went to Vietnam on the USNS Gen. John Pope with the 162nd AHC. Left San Francisco in mid Jan-66. Arrived in Phuc Vinh Feb 6. Worked in Maint for a while.I  also ran the enlisted club. I was transferred to the 128th. at Pho Loi, during the infusion program in late 66. Served in maint for a while as a mechanic & Tech Insp. Later was assigned to the gun platoon and was the Crew Chief on Gunslinger 010. The most notable & fun time I remember of Vietnam & the 128th Gun Slingers was the day my AC was chosen to fly Henry Fonda on a live fire mission. He sat in the left & had a ball firing the guns & missiles. He gave me his flight gloves at the end of the mission which I still have to this day. I also have some pictures of him with the crew. I am now Retired from the Army, Feb-63 / Jun-87. Looking fwd to hearing from some of you that may remember me. Thanks Bill for letting me know about this site & Welcome Home to my fellow Vets!!

Name: Timothy
Email: ktseydi@yahoo.com 
Webpage: no
Veteran: Other
Date: Monday, July 29, 2002
Comments: Hello friends.

Name: Orga Team Martial Arts Events
Email: Knochenmarkspenderverein-C.M@t-online.de 
Webpage: http://www.knochenmarkspenderverein.de 
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2002
Comments: Gruß an alle Besucher dieser Seiten vom Orga Team "MARTIAL ARTS ARTIST IN FIGTHING AGAINST CANCER". Info- German & English- http://www.knochenmarkspenderverein.de

Name: HURARD VON PARAGUAY
Email: manager@softcha.com.fr 
Webpage: http://www.softcha.com 
Date: Saturday, July 27, 2002
Comments: None

Name: Barbara Diane Ellington Ingebretsen
Email: barbara_ingebretsen@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Father was a Robin Hood - 1970
Date: Friday, July 26, 2002
Comments: My father was Maj. Roy G. Ellington, who served as Robinhood 6 in 1970. I just found the site by chance, but I am glad that I did. My brother's & I have very little information about my father's Vietnam experience. He did not discuss his 2 tours with us kids and unfortunately he died of a massive coronary on December 15th, 1981 in Chicago, Illinois. He had just turned 47 years old. I have my Dad's footlocker and lots of photo's that he took during his 23years in the Army. I know that there are a great many from is time with the Robinhoods. I even have a bundle of your "Calling Cards". The only person that I know that has any information about my Dad is my Mom, Jeanneene. But we seldom talk about Dad and when we do it's scattered bits and pieces. The talks with Mom help me to better understand & know my Dad, but I know that Dad didn't discuss Vietnam with anyone in length. My brothers and I would appreciate any information and Stories we could get from those who knew him and served with him. Also if anyone knows any information about Major Leroy Guy and his wife Bobbi, my mother would like to contact them. Thank You All for serving and for Remembering!

Name: Jonathan Bernstein
Email: Cobrahistorian@aol.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Friday, July 26, 2002
Comments:

Dear Sirs, I just came across the "Robin Hoods" website and I'm rather happy I found it! I am presently writing my first book on the Cobra for Osprey Publishing, tentatively titled "US Army AH-1 Cobra Units in Vietnam". The book will be 96 pages, with 100 black & white photographs, 20 color photos, and approximately 40 color profiles of various aircraft. I have already done quite a bit of research into the operational end of the Cobra's usage in Vietnam and have been in contact with numerous Cobra crewmembers. However, I am also writing to you with regard to a specific aircraft, namely Cobra 69-16437. The helicopter served with the 173rd in Jun of 1971. Aside from the book, I am also heading up the restoration of #437 to its original G model standard at the New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame, where I will be full time Curator as of December. Once restored, it will be on exhibit with a complete history of its operations in Vietnam and its modification to S standard and its service with the NJ National Guard. I was hoping to find 173rd Veterans who had worked with or flew this bird in-country. I am looking for stories, photographs and any special markings she may have worn while flying as a "Crossbow". I look forward to hearing from you and thank you very much, Jonathan Bernstein 3002 4th Street Apt 156 Lubbock, TX 79415 (806)744-8381

Webmaster note: Any cooperation with Mr. Bernstein would be greatly appreciated. This should be a very worth while book and hopefully, we will be able to feature information on it and how to  purchase it when it is published.

Name: Baldemar (Junior) Garza
Email: BGarza80@satx.rr.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: feb71-mar72
Date: Wednesday, July 24, 2002
Comments: Dong-Ha Marble Mountain Welcome Home !!

Name: Baldemar (Junior) Garza
Email: BGarza80@satx.rr.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Feb 71-Mar 72
Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2002
Comments: Welcome Home ! I was a Robin Hood at Dong-Ha , then later stood down to Marble Mountain by SLING while the rest of troops went by convoy the hard way. It was a tremendous experience but would not want to do it again.

Name: Sage
Email: sagebrimmer@hotmail.com 
Webpage: http://cajamnet.net/inrequiem.htm 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: friend: 67-69
Date: Tuesday, July 23, 2002
Comments: 

I have a special request. I have a friend, a Nam vet, who, because of his "unique" service to his country, will never be able to "enjoy" the recognition he deserves. However, he has composed a piece of music that tells the story without words. I would ask that you visit this page and listen. http://cajamnet.net/inrequiem.htm Nothing would please him more than to receive your comments. His email is on the page or you could leave a comment at his forum. Thank you. Sage P.S. This man, a former 1st Lt. in the USMC, is suffering from congestive heart failure. This musical offering may be the last chance he has to give a gift to his country and his fellow servicemen. I cannot tell you how grateful he would be to hear from you.

Name: Dave O'Quinn
Email: mdoquinn@texas.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Army 63-94 (Nam 68-69)
Date: Sunday, July 21, 2002
Comments: Really great web pages -  Tomahawk 26 1/5 Jan 68 Jan 69

Name: Steven Mills
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 67-68
Date: Sunday, July 21, 2002
Comments: Thank-you for these wondefrul pages....

Name: Judy Smith
Veteran: No
Date: Sunday, July 21, 2002
Comments: I was not born yet - but want to thank all those who served there in the war. 

Name: Thelma
Email: theltas@yahoo.com 
Veteran: No
Date: Sunday, July 21, 2002
Comments: Thank you for this site. I am Australian, 60 years old so know what it is to be "involved" in the "Vietnam experience" without actually being there. I argued, I wondered and I cried, as they left. I lost friends, family ... and as the words from some old song says. ...we lost Davy in the Korean War, still dont know what for, doesn't matter anymore ..." Great words, but I guess they are wrong, because it does matter, doesn't it? That war haunts me and for years before that it was Korea that hurt. I always wanted to talk to a man who served in WW11, Korea and in Vietnam too, but as soon as I find one, he dies and I've not got to hear the feelings. If you know a book by someone like this, please let me know. To read it is not as good as hearing, but ... Again, thanks for the site. I cried as I read the stories of connections of the people who search for or find their comrades, fathers.

Name: J.C.C. VINCENT
Email: jcveterans@sympatico.ca 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year:
Date: Friday, July 12, 2002
Comments: Born and raised in Quebec, Canada. Over in Nam, was in the USMC...now doing the best I can...for me Nam was and still is a nightmare... MESSAGE: I`m trying to locate "Cochise"  nickname... wounded northwest of Khe Sanh in late '67... I think you were from Arizona... my team located you and while we were coming down to make the pick-up. our copter was shot down... and the mess we got into ... a scene that I'll never forget... there were 21 comrades in arms killed that day..... if you get this message please contact me at zippo102@msn.com  Or at zippo102@hotmail.com  or at jcveterans@sympatico.ca  I think you were a section leader... just wondering where you where you are and would love to hear if you are surviving... I would just like to know what happened to you and if you are still alive... Just looking for whatever happened to you ``COCHISE``... that's all... If you're out there you can get in touch with me.

I am getting old ``COCHISE``... and I don't want to leave this world wityhout knowing if you are well and happy... Just  checking on you to see how your life worked out ... SEMPER FI... COMMENTS: Great site... keep up the good work... My prayers are with you all... SEMPER FI... from  J.C.C. VINCENT, former U.S. MARINE, SHERBROOKE QUEBEC CANADA. P.S. If you get a chance, visit POPS John's Homepage at: http://www.geocities.com/johncassidyca John works in helping Nam vets that have lost all hope.You should read his VETERAN`S PRAYER at  http://ca.geocities.com/johncassidyca/prayer.html Another great site is Chris Alascio's USMC HOMEPAGE at: http://unitedstatesmarinecorps2.homestead.com/HomePage.html You should seee his honor wall... OUTSTANDING..! Thanks for allowing me to sign .. J.C.C. VINCENT from SHERBROOKE, QUEBEC, CANADA. Profile J.C.C. VINCENT Self Description: USMC:WITH NUMEROUS UNITS IN NAM. WHEN WITH BLUELEGS NICKNAME WAS APACHE. SERVED ALSO WITH SF:MAT SNEAKY PETES SFTG INTERPRETER PF RF(Salut K`Nang , salut K`Mul, souvenez-vous;<Sra Goh Bo`ngKua MHE>.Je pense a vous, vous me manquez). MIXED CIDG/MSF FRIENDLIES LRRP PSDF (Salut les braves) TO GIVE MY JOHN HANDCOCK.WHEN WITH GREEN BEANIES NICKNAME WAS TIGER.

Name: Elizabeth Delayne
Email: e.delayne@angelfire.com 
Webpage: http://www.edelayne.com 
Veteran: None
Date: Wednesday, July 10, 2002
Comments:  As a person with a number of good friends in the Airforce and a teacher of history, thank you for your site and you passion. I have received a lot in viewing the pages. :)

Webmaster note: We love to have teachers and student contact this website - all questions are welcomed and answered. 

Name: Alisha Wruck
Email: a_wruck@hotmail.com
Veteran: Vietnam (Father )
Year: Father served 68-69
Date: Tuesday, July 09, 2002
Comments: I wrote earlier looking for anyone who knew my father. I found out he was in C Bttry 3/319 if that helps. Thank You all very much.

Name: Erv Knight
Email: erv@ramsaysigns.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: two tours
Date: Monday, July 08, 2002
Comments: Looking for any old friends of Company C 1/12 1970-71

Name: James
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 67
Date: Monday, July 08, 2002
Comments: It is still too much for me to talk about. Glad you have this website posted. It is nice to read your spiritual stories - glad not every experience was in Nam was not without some value. 

Name: Michael Earl McGlothlin
Email: mcglomi@aol.com
Veteran: (Son of a Tomahawk Pilot)
Date: Wednesday, July 03, 2002
Comments:   Greetings!!! CHIEF WARRANT OFFICER BILLY EARL McGLOTHLIN was in the 128th from Oct 65 until Sept 66. " Mac" is my father. I am VERY proud of him and everyone that served our great country. Dad was in the Army from 1945 until 1975 . He was an airborne ranger in Korea and became a 1st Sgt with the 18th Air Corps. In 1955, at the age of twenty-seven, he became a Warrant Officer and went to flight school. He met my mother, Mildred, "Millie" at Ft. Bragg in 1956. One year later, I arrived. Dad did three tours in Nam and received seventeen Air Medals, five Bronze Stars. I didn't appreciate his contributions to our great country until I was older and understood where he was coming from. If anyone knew my father, I would love hearing from you. I am very proud of him and all of the other men and women that gave the ultimate sacrifice to our country. Dad was a man of few words. I miss him very much. We, our family, all miss him and enjoy our memories of him. If anyone knew Billy McGlothlin, I would much like to hear from you.  Again thank you.. Michael McGlothlin ..AIR ASSAULT !!!

Name: Alisha Wruck
Email: a_wruck@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Father served in Vietnam
Year: 68-69 with the 173rd Robin Hoods
Date: Sunday, June 30, 2002
Comments: My father, Larry Wruck, served with the 173rd in 68-69. I would like to know if there is anyone out there who remembers serving with him and what your unit was all about. Thank You.

Name: Karen Schaefer Howard
Email: ElegantSpirit28@aol.com   
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: '66 - '67 (Father)
Date: Friday, June 28, 2002
Comments:  Last week, after 33 years, I connected with my dad at the VHCMA 2002 Reunion in Phoenix. My father was LTC Richard (Dick) Schaefer; he made it through Nam only to die two years later in a head-on collision when someone fell asleep at the wheel. He was with the 162nd AHC (Vultures) in Phuoc Vinh from OCT '66 and then went to Lai Khe as CO of the 173rd from JAN '67 to JUN '67 - - doin' that ROBINHOOD 'swoop' from the way I heard it told at the reunion. My mother came, too. It was so wonderful to hook up with the guys he knew and flew with... we met the men Dick led and learned to love and they met the wife and daughter for whom he had great love (as he did his son and other 2 daughters). During those 4-5 days in Phoenix, my dad was there and passed between us in every hug... the Dad I loved to the guys, and the leader they respected and cared for to me. I felt such pride that he was a Robinhood. It was good to hug him again. Thank you for your web site and 'Ditto' to all of those who provide opportunities for communication and healing to the ones who went into hell and managed to come out. May you find your friends, may you connect, and find peace.

Name: Jack R. Kays
Email: Jackkays@yahoo.com
Webpage: http://Poets2000.com/jrkays/ 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Sixteen
Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2002
Comments: I was a member of the USAF (Air Police) from May-1950 through May, 1966. I was stationed at the following location. Lackland AFB, TX, Westerover, Mass., Orly Air Field, Paris France, Elington AFB, TX.,back to Orly Field, Tyndall AFB, FL., George AFB, CA., DaNang AB, S/Vietnam, Eglin AFB, FL.(Hospital) I was injured at DaNang in 65. Medically dischared in 66. I would like to thank all Military Police that served in SEA during the Vietnam war while others refused too!

Webmaster note: Jack has a wonderful website that is worth checking out. 

Name: CA Rock Fallquist
Email: skymanrock1@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Nov 59---May92
Date: Friday, June 21, 2002
Comments: Reading through this year book of the Tomahawks, brings back some bitter sweet memories, it also brought back some fond ones of all the friends that I made, the tears we shed together, the friends that are no longer here, but remain in our hearts. My call sign was the "Witchdoctor" because I worked in Maintenance, but I did my fair share of "CA's, I flew "Smoke the Bear" on several insertions and that was exciting to say the least.

Webmaster note: "The Witchdoctor " call sign was used by the many crews over those  years in Phu Loi (And still in use in Korea, with the remnants of the old company that is there under a new name). I myself,  flew on the Witchdoctor, very briefly in the spring of 1967,  before getting my own ship to crew. Back in 1974, I saw an actual plastic model huey, being sold in chain stores, that was using the Witchdoctor on the cover. It had all the right decals and markings of the 128th AHC Maintenance ship.

Name: Dan Lint
Email: Cindylint@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 70-71 128th AHC 
Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2002
Comments: Bill, great site you have put together here. I was a gunner with the Gun platoon from Dec 1970 thru 71. Would love to know if anyone has been in contact with 3 very good friends I had while at 128th Jerry Briggs, Tom Shumacker, and Dave Larson. Again Bill thanks for the site.

Webmaster note: The 128th AHC gun platoon was called "The Gunslingers" and they were one of the more decorated gunship units in Vietnam. The gunships in the III Corps Area, that really brought the heat down were - "The Crossbows", "The Gunslingers"  and "The Stingers" . My hats is off to all those guys!

Name: Sidralove
Email: Sidralove@aol.com 
Webpage: n/a so far
Date: Friday, June 14, 2002
Comments:  Hi Bill, You sent me an email through Classmates. My sister Nancy is also a painter, a gifted artist. I am an artist in the making, since many years ago. Still putting the artist life and studio time together. My preferred name is Sidara, an adaptation of my birth name, Sidra. Have you gone to any high school reunions? I have not gone to one, since I attended three high schools. Would you let me know when the Sunnyvale HS reunion is? Both Nancy and I live in Berkeley and we would both like to go to one. Thanks for the note, good to hear you are with your high school True Love, Carol, and that you survived well the Vietnam war experience. Your web site is good.

Webmaster: It is always nice to hear from my old high school friends. I have not heard from Sidra since 1962, when she moved to Berkeley from Sunnyvale. It is really great to have found her again! 

Name: Christopher Barritt
Email: Paramudd@aol.com 
Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2002
Comments:  I visit you guy's from time to time to see if anyone remembers anything about my dad (William E Barritt) and his time in Vietnam. Any information that I can get is Welcomed. The new site is Great Thanks Chris. Email--- Paramudd@aol.com 

Name: Karmen Vice - Nava
Email: karmenvice89@yahoo.com
Webpage: http://freepages.military.rootsweb.com/~karmen/index.htm 
Veteran: Vietnam (Mike Vise - Dad)
Year: Dec. 65- Dec. 66
Date: Friday, May 31, 2002
Comments: Your website is wonderful! I haven't made it through all the links yet, but have enjoyed what I've seen so far, and have book marked it. My dad, Mike Vice was in Vietnam, at An Khe with the 2/19th Arty 1st Air Cav. from 1965-1966. I have started a webpage for guys of the 2nd/19th, all years, all btry's. Hope to see some of you there! Karmen

Name: Michael McCorkle
Veteran: Vietnam
Date: Thursday, May 30, 2002
Comments: Please Read www.thevirtualwall.org  3/30/2001 " I OWE YOU! ". I'm here because of every name on "The Wall". My Friend Ron, would not let go of me. I'm "A Dead Man Walking". Which is more than Semper Fi. Later on all "Saigon Boy's",  Thank You, Michael McCorkle

Name: Jim Carter
Email: carter2@tds.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 66; 67-68; 70-71
Date: Thursday, May 30, 2002
Comments: Thanks old friend........ just visiting!! As you already know, you have a superb site.

Webmaster Note: Jim went to my high school - Sunnyvale HS Class of 1964. He was a career Army Officer who recently retired. His military feats and adventures in Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam, are things that make him a real legend. Most of what he did were all classified - the rest , he hides with a sense of modesty. To him it was his just his duty and it was his honor to serve his country. I am honored to have him as a personal friend and fellow veteran! welcome home Jim!

Name: Kate LaCroix
Email: smjamommy2@aol.com
Veteran: Vietnam (father - 1Lt. William Terry Allen)
Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2002
Comments: Thank you for the time and effort put forth with this site. I have been doing research on my father's military life. He was with A Co, 4th Inf Div, 4th Avn Bn. 1LT William Terry Allen. Flight class 67-10 OCS class 17-66. Thank you to all who served. Kate LaCroix

Name: Greg Seaman
Email: siouxrivergreg@yahoo.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 69-70
Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2002
Comments: One of the nicer sites I have come across. I was at Quang Tri,  with Co. C, 75th Support Bat. Graves Registration. in 69-70. I would like to get in touch with anyone else that was there during that time. Have been in touch with several of the guys, am looking for more, would appreciate hearing from any of you who were there around those dates. 

Name:Bobby 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year:1968
Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2002
Comments; I was only there 2 months, but if you are going to get shot - then seems best to let it happen early, so you leave early and go home! Nice website. 

Name: Beatrice Arthur
Email: stumpypeeps@zipmail.com 
Veteran: Brother 
Year: 1965/66(Brother served in those years)
Date: Monday, May 20, 2002
Comments: My name is Beatrice Arthur and I am searching for people that may have served with my brother in Vietnam. Please help me if you can. His name was John Arthur and his ssn# 552-72-8152. He died in Los Angeles in Sept. 1969. Thank you so much for any info you can provide. stumpypeeps@zipmail.com

Name: Jeanine Palmer
Email: Jugador0928@aol.com
Date: Sunday, May 19, 2002
Comments: After studying The Vietnam War in many of my classes this year, I have been able to learn about many things that occurred during that time. I never before really took too much thought, as to the incidents that had to take place in order for the country to be what it is today. On behalf of the rest of the country, I would like to thank you all for your bravery and courage. Especially since the events of 9-11, you have all the more reason to feel accomplishment as well as pride.

Name: Thousand Duong
Email: Thousandkduong@hotmail.com 
Veteran: Other
Date: Friday, May 17, 2002
Comments: Dear Bill, This is Thousand, a son of a South Vietnamese Soldier during the war in Vietnam. It was sad that it happened but it is time to heal now. I have read the news article about your returning to Vietnam to reconcile. I say you have a very kind heart and may god bless you for your hospitality and generosity. If there were more people like you on this Earth, we would be at peace soon...if nobody cares about your trips to Vietnam...at least I care, and I believe 80 millions of Vietnamese in Vietnam care about your returning there. You have done a job great...keep it up...i like your web page a lot....thanks for caring about the people of Vietnam....may god bless you, America, Vietnam...

Name: Phat
Email: pt@canada.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Date: Friday, May 17, 2002
Comments: Hi Bill, I read an article about you in the paper. I attached a copy of it below. I am just curious how come your web site have yet has any photos or stories of your return trip to Viet Nam? I am not a Vet. I got displace from my country after the war. Thanks, Tuesday May 14 08:56 PM EDT Local Veteran Returns From Vietnam Trip Traveling to another country is usually a lot easier the second time you visit. But not if that country is Vietnam, and the first time you were there was to fight its people. Bill McDonald was in Vietnam 35 years ago when he was just 21 years old. "I was camped not too far from that point for Operation Cedar Falls," McDonald said. He decided to return after all these years. "I was going over there to build some personal bridges," McDonald said. McDonald and the three other veterans who flew over to Vietnam called themselves the "peace patrol." They spent 18 days visiting with former Vietcong soldiers. "The guy shows me pictures of his grandson. That did it for me. Wow. We weren't ex-soldiers. We were people," McDonald said. McDonald also bought a Vietcong victory flag that was supposed to be genuine. "Bought the genuine flag, came back to check on something, and it was restocked with another genuine flag," McDonald said. The trip has given McDonald answers to some long-lasting questions. But there are new questions for McDonald by other veterans, concerning his Web site and his newfound sympathy for the former enemy. "My feeling is that my message is not going to be received well by some. There are some people who want to stay entrenched in hostility. In reality, the world has moved on. We need to move on," McDonald said. And for McDonald, moving on will mean going back to a country that has now had a defining role in his life, twice. To take a look at McDonald's Web site, click here.

WEBMASTER NOTE: There is now a place on my website where you can begin to read about the trip. Click on the top of any page on Vietnam 2002 Trip. I have begun to put photos on there and will be following up with comments, stories and much more. It will take several more weeks - be patient. My goal is to share the experience as best I can with others. 

Name: Gary Jacobson
Email: pgriz@hotmail.com 
Webpage: http://PZZZZ.tripod.com/namtour.html 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: '66-'67 B 2/7 1st Air Cavalry
Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2002
Comments:

My brother in arms, now united understanding the value of peace...I salute you for your poetry and statements. For indeed, the olde warriors who have stared into the grim face of death and evil, feeling its hot breath of hatred and cold hands quickening the heart and very soul, best appreciate and desire the values of pure peace and worldwide brotherhood that will vanquish hatred from the hearts and souls of all men. I started writing my poetry almost three years ago, because all the people of the world continually need to understand how important an event war is. War will always be a determining factor of not only who we are, but will determine our very futures, as well as that of generations, dictating the futures of our wives and children. I sincerely hope we will not doom our children to fight senseless battles as did we, shackling them to similar fates suffered by their fathers in the latest in a series of "war-to-end-all-wars!" If we do not learn the history of war, learning there is no glory in war...only death, destruction of values and misery, then we are doomed to repeat it! And the next war will inexorably come! Sometimes war is a necessary evil...sometimes not...sometimes there's Vietnam! My fervent wish is that we will come to understand the horrors of war, that we can work for peace evermore, making war-no-more! Visit my "Vietnam Picture Tour, from the lens and poets pen of a combat infantryman," Take a walk in "the park" grunts called Vietnam, with the 1st Air Cavalry on combat patrol. Experience chilling reality to leave the sweet and sour taste of "the Nam" pungent on your tongue, acrid in your nostrils, and imbedded in your brain as though walking beside me in combat. http://PZZZZ.tripod.com/namtour.html
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Name: Harry 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: '66-'67 Big Red One
Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2002
Comments: Want to read and see more about your trip back to Vietnam. I want  to gain some understanding of why you are now calling for forgiveness and tolerance. What happened to soften your stance old warrior?

Name:Kimberly Kozlowski
Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2002
Comments: Bravo ! What a great site, better then before. Congratulations on all the fantastic awards. Keep up the great job. By the way, did you want to publish my "Lonely Road" on your site ? It's okay with me, just that I'm not a 'veteran', Love and God bless, Kimberly Kozlowski

WEBMASTER NOTE: Kim is a gifted poet and writer - however, we reserve the space on this website for veterans or people related to veterans. 

Name: Martin
Email: webmaster@helman.de 
Webpage: www.acnmall.com/helman24hours 
Veteran: None
Year: Service in 1993-1995
Date: Wednesday, May 15, 2002
Comments: I found this Page by searching the web and I stopped here. Thanks for telling true about war and maybe some minds will be change in future, when people see, that no war is needed in this beautiful world! Martin

Name: Bob Davis
Email: cigar@nittanylink.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969-1970-1971
Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2002
Comments:  My friend Sandy Cohenour met you last week. She works with me at Belleville, Pa. She gave me your site address to view. Looks good. I was with the First Cav Air moble in 1970. Thanks for sharing your web site. I was drafted and got an early out when I came back from Nam.

WEBMASTER NOTE: I meet Sandy while traveling on my Vietnam trip.

Name: Lou Leinhauser
Email: BigBendAssoc@netscape.net 
Webpage: none
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 2 years, 9 months and 14 days
Date: Sunday, May 12, 2002

Comments

I joined the 128th in the end of April 1971, I came from 2/12 infantry "recon" from Xuan Loc, Camp Husky. My first flight was with Tommy "Mile High" Michele, and the crew chief was Chuck Jernigan. I remember just a few guy's, Larry Barnes, a pilot that I went to Sydney with named "Racky" Captain Corn, another pilot who was ex Special Forces named Bill I think. Phu Loi was an experience, there was a great bunch of guy's there. I remember flying "Night Hawk a couple of times just to get Navy chow. I also remember a guy named Shumacher, and a gun pilot named Bertlasio. God Bless.. Lou Leinhauser

Name: Jim Newman
Email: Condor6jn@aol.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 22
Date: Sunday, May 12, 2002

Comments

I was an original Robin Hood. Formed at Benning, took the cruise to SE Asia and finally stopped in Lai Khe in the middle of a rubber plantation. I was a 1LT when deployed and promoted to CPT soon after arrival in VN. I was the 1st, I think, to be med evac in Sep 65. Shot in the Iron Triangle. Spent the 2nd tour with 101st. Commanded C Troop 17th Air Cavalry for a full year. Still limp from the Purple Heart event I had with the RH's. Jim Newman (James T Newman)

WEBMASTER: As far as anyone can tell Jim, you were the first wounded member of the Robin Hoods to be med-evaced out of the unit.

Name: Philip A. Dieterich
Email: sphalebop@yahoo.com 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 67/68
Date: Saturday, May 11, 2002
Comments: Just looking for anybody who served with "D" Co. 15tc Bn.

Name: Alfred Kresse
Email: akresse@bignet.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: One yr VN three years total
Date: Saturday, May 11, 2002
Comments: I was in the 1st Pathfinder Det, 1st Avn Bn, 1st Inf Div from March 1967 (Junction City Opn) through Tet and left in late Feb 1968.

Name: Steve Huntley
Email: dustieryder@aol.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: May 68 to June 69
Date: Thursday, May 09, 2002
Comments: I was with the 45th Med Co. [Dustoff] at Lai Khe May 68 to Dec 68.

Name: GAYLA  (MCCAIN) PHILLIPS
email: gsred@msn.com
Veteran: Other
Date: Tuesday, May 07, 2002
Comments: I 'm trying to locate a friend I lost contact with. His name is: Gerry Fish. He served with the 173rd AHC - Robin Hoods & Cross Bows during 1970-71, at Lai Khe. I knew him while he was stationed at Fort Rucker, AL around 1969. If you remember him, please contact me - would just like to know how he's been. God bless, Gayla

Name: Rodney
Email: rlporter@dav.net
Webpage: www.rodneyporter.com
Veteran: Other
Year: 3 years
Date: Tuesday, May 07, 2002
Comments: I am a one hundred percent disabled veteran. I was in the Air Force in 1960 to 1963.

Name: Charles Moy
Email: moy3rd@hotmail.com
Veteran: Other
Year: 1961-64
Date: Saturday, May 04, 2002
Comments:  The Society of the First Infantry Division message board is up and running at: www.bigredone.org

Name: Charles Moy
Email: moy3rd@hotmail.com
Veteran: Other
Year: 1961-1964
Date: Friday, May 03, 2002
Comments: Former: Sgt,E5, Squad Leader 106MM,R.R. Served: 1961-1964,Ft. Riley, Kansas Units: Co. A, 2 Bg. 12Th. Inf. Reg. 1961-1963 Co. E, 1St Bn. 16Th. Inf. Reg. 1963-1964 Both these Units were part of the 1st. Infantry Division "THE BIG RED ONE". During this...Cold War Era period. Would greatly appreciate any information about, or responses from former members of either of these units. The 2/12Th. was disbanded at Ft. Riley, shortly after I left. The 1/16Th. went to Vietnam after I was discharged in 1964. Fellow members of that outfit would have been there 1965,66, possibly 1967. moy3rd@hotmail.com

Name: Jeffrey Zito
Email: jeffrey.zito@us.army.mil
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1970
Date: Thursday, May 02, 2002
Comments: Aviator, 74th RAC, O-1 Bird Dogs, call sign Aloft 49.

Name: Harold D. Farmer
Email: roadrunner66@prodigy.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 27
Date: Monday, April 29, 2002
Comments: Wrong E-mail

Name: Aamie Burnley
Email: izeopen@yahoo.com 
Webpage: http://www.authorsden.com/visit/author.asp?authorid=7034
Date: Saturday, April 27, 2002
Comments: ... I found you quite by accident, while searching for a photo from the Viet Nam era. I too am a poet, and I find great comfort in your words, and the images and emotions which my loved one who died there,  must have shared. thank you!

Name: Robert Reifert
Email: forddoor1@excite.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968 &1969 RVN
Date: Monday, April 22, 2002
Comments: As a grunt I have to express my gratitude to all support personnel but, especially the Aviation Units. Whether it was air cover, re-supply, or dustoff, you guys got it done. Thank you so much. Robert Reifert A 2/1 196th LIB; Americal Div. RVN.

Name: Bob Percy
Veteran: Vietnam
Date: Sunday, April 21, 2002
Comments: 

Name: Harry McAteer
Email: hmcateer@apple.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1965/1969
Date: Thursday, April 18, 2002
Comments: I served in A Company 1st of the 8th 4th Inf. 1967/1968 We were in the IA DRANG VALLEY April and May of 67 -  not a good time. Lost some good friends.

Name: Norm
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: USMC - 1/9 1st Mar Div
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: Sin Loi, Bro.......Do what you gotta do and drive on

Name: Gary Novak
Email: gary.novak@som.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 4
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: This was a difficult time for this country and for the men who fought in the Vietnam War. After 9/11 maybe more people are beginning to understand what standing up for this country really means. I support the Vietnam Vets, I just wish more people would. I served from '67 to '71 and was proud to do so.

Name: Pat Murphy
Email: pmurphy@ciwmb.ca.gov
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1964- 1968
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: Just wanted to say the I am glad you made it back and glad you have the opportunity to go back and do some good.

Pat Murphy Former Sgt - U.S. Marine Corps 3Rd Battlion, 12th Marines Quang Tri Province

Name: Gene Sullivan
Email: sullivan@chapin.edu
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 69-71
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: Served with Delta 1/2 1st Inf. Div. when unit left for home a group of us were transferred to the 128th AHC we served as door gunners. We thought it was great no sleeping in the bush -  EM club every night.  One of us, Mike Burns, extended his tour so he could get out when he got home. Mike was killed in a crash. I was shot down twice plus a few mechanical problems forced us down. Then a trip up North, where our ship flew Command and Control for the Viet invasion of Cambodia. We were also the medivac and their air power. The 128th was some outfit.

Name: Le Tam
Email: le_tam70@hotmail.com
Veteran: Other
Year: 1969-1975
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: Dear Mr. McDonald, Thank you for sharing such a great Website as well as thanks you for all of your contributions and also other veterans' contributions to the fight for freedom of all the south Vietnamese people. You all are my Heroes and I solute you for being there to help the south Vietnamese troops to fight against VC. I am not a veteran of Vietnam, but my father is a former south Vietnamese Marine who also used to serve in the Vietnam war. I do not know much about the war because I am a younger generation, but I always love to read or hear more about this war. Your Website is one of the great sources for me. Thanks again, Le Tam

Name: Royal D. Merrill
Email: RoyalD@volcano.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1969
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: Fantastic Website!! Stumbled on to it through a news article on KCRA (NBC - Sacramento TV station Channel 3) Website. I was an air traffic controller in HHT, 3rd Sqdn, 17th ACAV at Di An and Tay Ninh from 10/67 to 10/68. Our Sqdn Call sign was "Red Horse" (Winged Pegasus). I flew as a volunteer door-gunner whenever I was off-duty. I remember "working" the Robin Hoods, Tomahawks, Cross Bows, and others mentioned. Greatest admiration and respect for all who served...no finer men.

WEBMASTER: You can see an article on the KCRA website by going to:

http://www.thekcrachannel.com/sac/news/localnews/stories/news-localnews-140196920020416-180420.html

Name: ERIC M. BROWN
Email: ericericandmaria@yahoo.com
Veteran: None
Year: 4
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: All I can say is it's about time we appreciate these brave men and women that went to Vietnam, and fought in a war that no one wanted to be a part of.

Name: Richard (Rick) Parkinson
Email: rick61607@yahoo.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1968-1969
Date: Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Comments: I think the web page is great. It gives all veterans a chance to connect with buddies from long ago. I would like to hear from anyone stationed in Lai Kai in 1968 from the "BIG RED ONE" 1st Infantry Div. Company C 1st Bn.

Name: Bobby S. (Steve) Fortenberry
Email: s410berry@cs.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 67-68, 70-71
Date: Monday, April 15, 2002
Comments: Great Website! I hope to make the reunion, even though I doubt anyone would remember me. I was the Operations Officer for the Tomahawks in 70-71. Steve Fortenberry. I'm a B747 Captain for Japan Airlines now. Married to a Donut Dolly from my 1st tour (Infantry). Her website www.donutdolly.com  has a link to this site, so I came over to have a look. I still miss flying helicopters. My son is now a W2 flying Chinooks (don't hold that against him) in Ft. Wainwright AK. Anyway, great site. Thanks for the memories.

Name: John B. Glass
Email: johnglass2001@yahoo.com
Veteran: None
Year: 7 mos.
Date: Wednesday, April 03, 2002
Comments: I am curious to know if anyone has any knowledge of SP4 John L. Glass from Alabama. He was a mechanic in Germany and that's all I know.

Name: Q Madp
Email: q@vietnamheroes.com
Webpage: www.delta15.com
Veteran: Other
Date: Tuesday, April 02, 2002
Comments: Delta15.com Dedicated to Delta Co. 1st Battalion 5th Marines

It is my goal also to help reunite members of Delta 1/5 that served in Vietnam.

www.delta15.com has over 3300 images that are unedited.

www.arlingtonridge.com  is dedicated to the fallen Delta 1/5 Marines and also has a listing by state all the other Marines that died.

www.missingbrothers.com  Is another posting site.

www.usmclinks.com  Is a link to other USMC sites.

I hope this will help someone. Semper Fi Q

Name:Kristina
Date: Tuesday, April 02, 2002
Comments: I read a few of your poems and I could never express enough the sympathy I have for you along with the the many other soldiers that served in the war. Your poems are touching, I really felt I had a sense of how terrifying, sad, and crazy, it must have really been being a part of the war.

-Kristina

Name: Barry Grimm
Email: xscape@surferie.net 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: '67 a slick driver w/128th
Date: Monday, April 01, 2002
Comments:  Fantastic Web Site. You guys have sure put a lot of work and effort into it. Had forgotten a lot of little things over the years--gee...35 of them ! Will get back with photos and info out of my scrap book in case you can use them.

Name: Alan Shields
Email: ABR4126@HOTMAIL.COM 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 6-27-67/6-25-68
Date: Sunday, March 31, 2002
Comments: Thanks for the website. I was a member of the 128th AHC in Phu Loi from June 67 to June 68. I was a slick crew-chief from Oct 67 to June 68 on 64-13742 which crashed and was a total and 66-01088. My AC on 64-13742 was W1 Wernli and on 66-01088 W1 Charles Ameigh. If anyone wants to contact me or remembers me, I am the crew chief that painted IGOR on my ships, please contact me thru email.

Name: Roger Alexandre
Email: khesanh@entermail.net 
Webpage: www.walshdesigns.com/khesanh 
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 6/67-6/21/70
Date: Wednesday, March 27, 2002
Comments: Parris island 8/23/67 Plt1030,with Staff Sergeants Hayes & Bishop. Vietnam 2/3/68 attached to Alpha1/1 3rd Herd with Lt Courtney,untill 6/68 attached to BLT2/7echo Co,o331.Instructor@Quantico Va Schools Demonstrations Troops,untill,10/69.Attached to 1/27 Khoenoe Hawaii,untill 6/70. Wounded twice, in RVN 1968.Sempi Fi  Brothers. E-Mail sites are rolling_thunder68@yahoo.com,  and AOL screen name is surviorwar. Peace Roger Alexandre Cpl USMC

Name: CHARLES  MOY
Email: moy3rd@hotmail.com
Veteran: None
Year:1961-1964
Date: Sunday, March 24, 2002
Comments: Looking for people who served with me at Ft. Riley, KS 1961-1964. I was squad leader SGT E5, 106MM R.R., with CO.A 2/12TH INF & CO.B 1/16TH INF OF 1ST INF DIV (BIG RED ONE) I was discharged before the units went to Vietnam, but some of my fellow soldiers were in NAM 1965-66. If you remember me after all this time please e-mail me. CHARLES MOY moy3rd@hotmail.com

Name: Joseph S. Rios Jr.
Email: riosjoseph@hotmail.com
Veteran: Other
Year: June 1981 - October 2001
Date: Saturday, March 23, 2002
Comments: First off this is a great website!! I am not a Viet Nam veteran but I am a veteran and a Tomahawk. I would like to refer to your newsletter issue number 35. The Korean Tomahawks was my unit and this was in 1992. The unit that I served with was Charlie Company, 1st Battalion 501st Aviation Regiment, 17th Aviation Brigade. The unit was then stationed at Camp Page in Chunchon, Korea, it was a UH-60 Blackhawk air assault company and it was still doing some of the same missions as were mentioned in the newsletter. I personally was a part of many air assault missions up toward the DMZ. Sadly to say that when I left the unit in March of 1993 things in the Army were starting to go through some big changes in Korea. We as a unit were steeped in tradition and esprit de corps, and I feel from reviewing your website that we were able to keep an important unit history and lineage intact. We, the Korean Tomahawks worked hard and played hard and were proud to proclaim being a Tomahawk. We were even utilizing the same unit patch although it was updated with the new unit designation. The crewchiefs in our unit even used the name witchdoctors for an unofficial group. I hope that if you are looking for a continuing lineage to the Tomahawks of the 128th this information is of some use to you.

WEBMASTER NOTE: We welcome all Tomahawks - including our "younger brothers" from Korea and the 17th Aviation Brigade. I would love to add photos and stories of those experiences to the Tomahawk unit pages. We are all brothers! Just send any contributions of photos and stories that you might have and we will post them for you. Send to me at: angelnet@citlink.net 

Name: John Ferrazzani
Email: Ferra46@aol.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1967-1968
Date: Friday, March 22, 2002
Comments:

IF ANYBODY OUT THERE WAS WITH THE 408TH TC DET, DURING 67-68 LET ME KNOW. I'VE GOT THE ORIGINAL "HELL ON HUEY'S" PATCH AND A FEW GOOD PHOTO'S FROM THAT TOUR. THANKS

WEBMASTER NOTE: Jim may in fact have been the first wounded and the first to be flown  back to the states from the 173rd AHC. Just want to welcome home a real Robin Hood hero! 

Name: Ron Leonard
Email: rollayo@earthlink.net
WebPage: www.members.tripod.com/ronleonard
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 68-69
Date: Sunday, March 17, 2002
Comments: Hi Bill, you continue to do good Work. Keep it going and the Skids out of the trees.

WEBMASTER NOTE: Check out Ron's website. 

Name: John Glasco
Email: john@kltv.org
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969 - 1972
Date: Sunday, March 17, 2002
Comments: Thanks for the site.... John Glasco, Crew Chief 1972 128th Assault Helicopter Company

Name: Floyd Fulmer
email: floyd.fulmer@bbam.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969-1972
Date: Saturday, March 16, 2002

Name: DelReed Bergeson
Email: bergie@ruralnetwork.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966 (with Robin Hoods)
Date: Friday, March 15, 2002
Comments:

My name is DelReed Bergeson. I was assigned to the 173rd AHC, from February 1966 until September 1966. Initially, I flew with the Cross Bows and later was the Service Platoon Commander, but flew lead with Tom Rice on many operations. This is the first documentation I have seen regarding my old outfit. Good stuff. Like most of the initial 173rd Aviators, I was a Major. In September 1966, I transferred to become S-3 of the 222nd Aviation Bn.

Name: Ron Weakley
Email: rontek@aol.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 9/66 to 6/67
Date: Wednesday, March 13, 2002
Comments: Was legal clerk of 11th Combat Aviation Battalion from approx Sep 66 to Jun 67.

Name: Artimus Keifer, Phd
Email: akeiffer@wittenberg.edu
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: two too many
Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2002
Comments: I have been trying to promote a traveling exhibit of art therapy from former Nam vets....any ideas?

WEBMASTER NOTE: Any help anyone can give please respond to Artimus. 

Name: Tina
Email: tinacole@tampabay.rr.com
Veteran: My husband is a Nam vet
Year: He was in Vietnam 1968
Date: Monday, March 11, 2002
Comments: Thank you! Welcome home.

Tina Chieu Hoi Vet. Ministry

Name: (Not Disclosed)
Email: Em0375@yahoo.com
Date: Wednesday, March 06, 2002
Comments:

I'm not quite sure how to begin this message, I think it's because I never really knew my dad as a soldier--although he was career military (Army), he retired after 25 years of service. His name was, Emery "Lou" Herrick.

Through my search I've just recently learned these details of my dad's time and service in Vietnam: Flight Class: 66-9 Callsign: RAZORBACK 36/ASSAULT

Years - U.S. Army units in Vietnam 66 - 173 AH; 66-67, 120 AHC; 69,  A/2/17 CAV 101 ABN; 69-70, HHT/2/17 CAV.

I guess the reason I'm looking for anyone who might have known him, is because he died almost three years ago, and although the death certificate says "heart attack", I personally think that ghosts took him. I think that he never really got over everything he saw and did in Vietnam--not to say that one has to, or even should.

For as much as he was my entire world, I just never really knew him. Now I feel like the ghost of that realization is starting to haunt me. So, I'm looking to see if anyone knew him, and if they did could they tell me about him. Tell me about the good and the bad. Tell me about his Silver Star, just tell me about him. I would really appreciate it. Thank you.

WEBMASTER NOTE: Any Robin Hoods that knew his dad please respond back to him. 

Name: Craig A. Brandt
Email: cdbrandt@htg.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1966-1970
Date: Tuesday, March 05, 2002
Comments:  I served at Phu Bai, 1967-1968, 8th R.R.F.S..

Name: Jim Claeys
Email: jrc48@webtv.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969-70
Date: Monday, March 04, 2002
Comments:  Nice Website! I was sent here by a friend from CLI Class of '66. I was with 4th Infantry Division at Pleiku-An Khe in 1969-70. WANTED: Audiotapes of Vietnam radio traffic, fire missions, firefights, incoming, cockpit tapes, AFVN, etc. Also Vietnam home movies and camcorder tapes of revisits. I have LOTS of the same to trade and can email my list. Thanks and WELCOME HOME!

Name: Don Carey
Email: oldsarge79@cs.com
Webpage: www.oldsarge79.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 20
Date: Saturday, March 02, 2002
Comments: Very nice work. Keep it up "A" Co 326th Abn Engr 1st Bge 101st Abn Div. Vietnam 65-66

Name: Iron Hatchet (Scott)
Email: ironhatchet@hotmail.com
Webpage: www.gecities.com/loderman2000
Veteran: None
Date: Sunday, February 24, 2002
Comments: Hello Rev. Bill, Thank you for visiting my site and signing my guestbook. I thought I would return the gesture and am quite glad I did. Your site is very informative and well structured. The story of you and your sister's encounter's was very interesting to me. For I too had the unexplained bloody noses, and I encountered one Being instead of five. Also in uniform though . This was about the age of nine. I also screamed and my brother did not hear while laying next to me. Since my brother couldn't respond I laid still until I went back to sleep. This was also about the time that I started to have feelings of ESP. After that I have always been the guy who hears a persons words before they speak them, and feels things happen just before they happen. And I still wake in the night with the feeling that someone is in the room with me. And yes, I do agree with you that the road to God has many path's. And, as it seems we are both on very different paths, but we obviously share some similarities in the way we got started. I will be in touch with you soon, via-email link on this site.

Name: Ed Allen
Email: RSVN66@hotmail.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1965-1967 (Nam 66-67)
Date: Monday, February 11, 2002
Comments:  Great job on your site. It's always good to see another Vietnam Vet answer yet another call to service. During my first six months in the Nam, we flew off of the U.S.S. Princeton (LPH 5) in UH-34's. Nice place to visit, but I wouldn't want to live there. Know what I mean. Keep up the good work by touching others and Semper Fi. Ed

Name: Gerry Trumper
Email: gltrump@attbi.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: October 66  October67
Date: Friday, February 08, 2002
Comments:  The 128th Assault Helicopter Co. "TOMAHAWKS" Night crew bay 2, Maintenance, test flights, tracking rotors, fill in CE and door gunner. Flew on Witchdoctor for crash and cover some. Involved with operations, Cedar Falls and Junction City,” remember those days”? Seems we all worked around the clock to keep them going. Time has passed but I remember as yesterday 994 going down shortly after I arrived at the Tomahawks and also when the rocket attack hit and took out the Witchdoctor.

Anyone remember Mr. Hill WO3 hitting a tree and taking the RH Skid off the slick on a night maneuver and bringing it back and landing it in the ditch by the flight line?

"God Bless all who I served with, and for that matter all who served in Nam”

WEBMASTER NOTES: I remember Gerry. He even produced photos of me standing around the Tomahawk maintenance area doing nothing  (what else is new?) Welcome home Gerry! 

Name: Sgt.  Jack LaRocca aka. The Rock
Email: companion@earthlink.net
Webpage: www.ascentfoundation.org
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1967-1969
Date: Thursday, January 31, 2002

WEBMASTER COMMENTS: Father Jack LaRocca is now a Catholic Priest, in San Jose, CA. He has helped many veterans, and those who have fled from Vietnam and that part of the world. His website deals with many of those issues. While in Vietnam, as a medic - he won the Bronze Star. He is will soon have some of his combat experiences featured on this website. His website is worth checking out. 

Name: Todd P.
Date: Tuesday, January 29, 2002
Comments: I am guest number 24522!  22 hmmmmm  - guess who,  my old friend. By the way you look so small next to that big bad helicopter!

Name: Judy 
Veteran: Not a vet but was in Vietnam 1967
Date: Monday, January 28, 2002
Comments: I am pleased to see that you have included a section of your website  for the experiences of women in Vietnam. Many of us served there, yet we were not a part of the military - we were Red Cross workers, or volunteered for other organizations. Thanks for allowing some of your space to be shared with us. 

Name: Richard Krajewski
Email: Richard.Krajewski@grandforks.af.mil
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: Dec 13, 1965  to  Apr 13, 1967
Date: Monday, January 28, 2002
Comments:

 Hello brother "Tomahawks" and "Gunslingers".  I arrived in Viet Nam on my birthday (13 Dec 1965) at the early age of 18. Did Uncle Sam time that one right.  I knew most of the "gunner's" average age was 18 to 23 years old. I remember one fellow from Minnesota who's name I forgot at the moment (That's called senior memory) but he was a "Gunslinger" , claimed he was 17 years old. Good God you all," we were all kids" who grow up in a hurry. 

We started out using the bunge cord (new unit) for the first eight months in country. My tail # was 987, how could I forget. Man those were the days "No-Retrictions" I made an extension on my set belt, just long enough to place my left foot on the skid with the left end pole seated right in the middle of my back. I had my helmet painted bright red - Man, I was invincible. What freedom! What a view, I could see every thing in my sights that was going on during the assault. 

In those days, we gunners had respect. I'm proud to say my guns were always clean and ready to fire. Most pilots and crew chiefs new my reputation and called upon me to fly as their gunner, when my ship was scheduled for maintenance. John Manning from Hollywood, Florida, was my crew chief; he trusted my guns to be there when needed, not to jam, but fire - always cleaned and ready to fire! When my ship was scheduled for inspection, other crew chiefs asked if I would fly gunner. I was always called upon to fly as their gunner. Crew chiefs would ask if I would like to fly gunner with them - How could I refuse, I loved my Job. I would always ask if I would fly as their gunner they could depend on me.

Name: Jon Ahlberg
Email: jontahlberg@earthlink.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969-1970
Date: Saturday, January 26, 2002
Comments:

I served in the 1st Infantry Division as a finance clerk at Phu Loi from sometime in November 1969, until the 1st left Vietnam sometime in 1970. When they left, we became 22nd Finance. I did the payroll of some, if not all, of the enlisted personnel of the 128th ASHC. I may have also worked the financial files of the 173rd - it has been such a long time since, I'm not really sure that I remember everything accurately.

The saddest day of my tour in 'Nam was early on. I worked hard to straighten out the financial records of a married Hispanic man in the 128th. I believed he was from Monterey, California, and that's where his wife lived. She wasn't getting her proper allotment from Uncle Sam and they had other payroll problems as well. I spent a lot of time getting his financial affairs in order. He was very happy that she would be getting all she deserved from the Army. Not too long after that, there was an explosion across the runway from us. I didn't realize until the next morning, that this man was killed in the explosion. As I recall, a rocket was dropped or went off accidentally. I remembered at the time, that I felt it all seemed so futile.

22nd Finance later moved back down to Di An, which wasn't nearly as nice as Phu Loi. I remember when I first arrived in 'Nam, I was sent to Di An to be processed into the 1st. Later they told me I would be going to Phu Loi. When I got into the 3/4 ton truck to go from Di An to Phu Loi, I was disappointed. But when I got there, the guys from 22nd Finance welcomed me to the "Country Club", meaning that it was going to be much more relaxed here than at the 1st's headquarters company in Di An.

Somewhere I have the 128th badge sewn to the top of a boonie hat - Yosemite Sam with the title "Gunslingers".

My Best Regards to All Who Served with the 128th ASHC and 173rd ASHC,

SP5 Jon Ahlberg, Pay & Disbursing Specialist, 1st Infantry and 22nd Finance

Name: James Tochterman 
Email: tochj@aol.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1969,70,75. Corp 1968-78
Date: Saturday, January 26, 2002
Comments: Great site. Keep up the good work. 
 JAMES (TACO ) TOCHTERMAN BRAVO 1/26 1969 - 1970

Name: Jason Rollins
Email: kjthebruce@hotmail.com
Veteran: No (Future Veteran)
Year: Soon
Date: Sunday, January 20, 2002
Comments:

Greetings from southern Idaho.

I usually make every attempt to ignore Guestbooks. I find that for the most part they are empty, or the last entry is years old. However, I enjoy this site so much, that I felt that I should tell someone. Webmaster, thank you for this page. As a soon to be recruit in the Army, I find this page to be full of the type of information that I have been seeking across the net. Over the course of the past three days, I have read nearly every story. For my whole life I have tried to imagine what it must be like to be a soldier. In August, I'll get a little taste at Basic. I can't wait. Keep up the good work, I'll be reading. Jason

Name: Jimmy
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 1970
Date: Sunday, January 20, 2002
Comments: I am still recovering from all that happened. I still hate Jane Fonda - she is nothing but a traitor!

Name: Susan
Date: Tuesday, January 15, 2002
Comments: This makes history seem so real. I was too young to remember any of this. 

Name: Eddy Compton
Email: eddycompton@webtv.net
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 02-67,02-68
Date: Tuesday, January 15, 2002
Comments: GREAT! GREAT! GREAT!!!! I'm new to the www. world, so let me tell you about my surprise,. I can't believe that the 173rd AHC has it's own site. 02-67 thru 02-68. Cross Bows? YES!!! THIS IS GREAT!!! I will spend time here to read, do research & explore!!! Thank's to the Webmaster to relive some memories! GARY WETZELL!!! YOU TH' MAN!!!GARY, I was there with you during that night of HELL!!! You th' MAN!!! CLEAR LEFT, CLEAR RIGHT! Outta here! Th' Hick.

WEBMASTER NOTE: Gary Wetzell is featured in this website - he won the Congressional Medal of Honor while flying with the 173rd Robin Hoods. 

Name: L. Smith
Veteran: Gulf War
Date: Tuesday, January 15, 2002
Comments: I am impressed. This website ROCKS! 

Name: Roger Heard
Email: rheard@hot.rr.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 66-70  USMC
Date: Monday, January 14, 2002
Comments:  How does one submit poems or do you take them anymore?

WEBMASTER NOTE: Submit to this webmaster at angelnet@citlink.net

Name: Rudy Preus
Webpage: http://members.shaw.ca/stellarimages
Veteran: Vietnam - Canadian Air Force pilot
Date: Monday, January 07, 2002
Comments:

My name is Rudy Preus and I am a retired Canadian Air Force pilot. My hobby is Stained Glass and my Three Dimensional Stained Glass Aircraft may be of interest to your guests. If anyone wishes to view my work, please visit me at http://members.shaw.ca/stellarimages

WEBMASTER NOTE: Rudy makes some great helicopters from stained glass including the huey and cobra!

Name: Gary Zimmerman
Email: mkmkmk101@hotmail.com
Veteran: Vietnam
Year: 65-66,,68-69
Date: Saturday, January 05, 2002
Comments:  Phu Loi,,1st Inf.Div.. 65-66 Phu Bai XXlV th Corp..68-69

Name: 
Veteran: French 
Year: 1956
Date: Saturday, January 05, 2002
Comments: I served with the French in the 1950's and fought in Vietnam. The worse year of my life!

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