(Revised
7/23/2011)
TUNICA 2011 Reunion After Action Report
(Revised
7/23/2011)
TUNICA 2011 Reunion After Action Report
NAME OF OPERATION:
15th Annual 3-506th Reunion - Operation TUNICA 2011
DATES OF OPERATION: 28 June thru 2 July 2011
LOCATION: The Gold Strike Hotel & Casino, Tunica, MS
CONTROL AND COMMAND HEADQUARTERS: Sgt. Currahee with the coordinated effort of the men of the 3rd Battalion (Airborne), 506th Infantry (Currahees), 1st Brigade, 101st Airborne Division & Task Force 3-506th Units
REPORTING MEMBER: Sgt. Currahee
TASK ORGANIZATION AND SUPPORTING FORCES:
3-506th Currahees Delta Battery, 2nd Battalion (Airborne), 320th Artillery 3-8th Infantry (Dragoons) 92nd Assault Helicopter Company (Stallions & Sidekicks) 1/69th Armor -Tanks (Panthers) Families of KIAs GuestsMISSION: Conduct 15th annual reunion in force to rendezvous with fellow teammates (battalion, task force, and other units) and families of our KIAs.
CONCEPT OF OPERATION: Reunion organizer, Jerry Berry, began polling members of both the 3-506th and TF 3-506th unit members, as well as some families of KIAs immediately following the 2010 RENO reunion to select the most suitable rendezvous site for the 15th Annual 'Stand Alone Battalion' reunion. Several polls were posted on the 'Stand Alone Battalion' website to narrow down the regions of the U.S., and eventually a region and Tunica, Mississippi was chosen. All hotels in Tunica were contacted, and the Gold Strike Hotel & Casino (The tallest building in Mississippi...32 floors) offered the best deal for room price and space to accommodate the planned five-day event. The next eleven months were spent coordinating with the hotel, polling members and KIA families, identifying committee members, developing agendas--reunion, memorial/banquet night program--selecting dinner menus for the special night, selecting a couple of photographers to cover the reunion events, etc., in preparation for the special rendezvous.
The Reunion Agenda:
CLICK
HERE
Tuesday, June 28 - Attendees for the 15th Annual 3-506th
Rendezvous began checking into their hotel
rooms on opening day, with a few arriving the previous day. An early morning supply
mission was made to the nearby liquor and convenience stores by Donna and
Jerry Berry (in their rental "Curr-mobile") to stock up on items for the hospitality room and bar.
With limited resources at those two establishments, a mission was made to
the Wal-Mart store in the town of Hernando, MS, approx. 25 miles from LZ GOLD STRIKE,
to obtain the rest of the needed supplies to conduct Operation TUNICA
2011. The Hospitality Room was opened at 10:00 A.M.; and by the time
the resupply team had returned, several members including "Iceman"
had made sure the ice was on hand
and ready to receive our liquid refreshments. The bathtub had been filled
with ice and made a fantastic cooler, especially for the beer, bottled water,
and soft drinks. Donna posted a sign reading--"Bathtub Bar"
Now Open! Donations covered all alcohol
refreshments during the reunion. The Registration & Sign-in
book was functional throughout the mornings and afternoons. The first
person to sign-in was none other than one of the Currahees' finest platoon
sergeant, SSG
Richard Saunders (Charlie Company, 1968/69)--First man standing in group
photo. [Note:
in case you want to see a photo of each individual attending the reunion, I
have linked his or her photo to their name in the attendees list at the
bottom of this report. Just click their name and
their photo--taken from the Post Office bulletin board, law enforcement
files, correction centers, or wanted posters].
The second trooper to sign-in was first-time attendee and "boat
trooper", Sgt. Ralph Burdett (1/A Company
1967/68) - WIA February 6, 1968. It was good to see one of my old
teammates once again and learn that he made it.
Wednesday, June 29 thru
Friday, July 1 (Afternoon). Attendees for the 15th Annual 3-506th
Reunion continued to arrive at the Gold Strike and sign in. During each
day, attendees visited the various museums and landmarks offered in and around
Tunica and Memphis, TN. David Wayne and others continue to post on
our website (photo albums) many photos of their trips to these facilities and
sites. Some members preferred just to hang out in the hospitality
room and make deposits down in the casino. The
Hospitality Room was open at approximately 10:00 A.M. each day. The
Registration & Sign-in table was functional throughout the mornings and
afternoons. Thanks to the ladies and members for all their efforts to keep
snacks and refreshments on the tables in the hospitality
room for our attendees. On Thursday night, Jerry's specially prepared
PowerPoint presentation (DVD with photos, sounds and text) of the 3-506th
--"My Gift To You"--Our KIAs", which followed the deployment
and tour of duty of the 3-506th in Vietnam, was shown by Ponytail Paul in the
hospitality room.
Banquet Night Program Agenda: Click HERE
Friday afternoon, July 1. Fridays are always our
finale for our annual rendezvous. The Friday event began with a social hour and photo
take in the hallway outside the banquet room. The previous photo
doesn't do justice to the total number of attendees present. There were
as many behind the camera as in front. Most of the
3-506th Reunions are so large that it is almost impossible to get everyone in
one group for the photo take. Once again, the group had to be broken up
into several smaller groups to accomplish the mission. Despite our best
efforts to photograph everyone, there were quite a few who did not get their picture taken with a group (Group
1, Group
2, Group
3). Following the photo session, attendees moved into
the banquet room for a delicious plated dinner (View
1, View
2, View
3, View
4)). The Banquet Night dinner this
year gave attendees three menu choices--steak, chicken, or fish--thanks to the
negotiations of Cpt. William
Ohl (D Co. Cmdr. 1969/70) with the Catering Department at the Gold
Strike Hotel. The dinner choices included:
Dinner One
12 oz Grilled New York Strip with Roasted Garlic Demiglace Garden Salad Dauphinoise Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetable Selection Strawberry Soufflé Torte Fresh Rolls and Butter Freshly Brewed House Coffee, Decaf and House Brewed Ice TeaDinner Two
Grilled Rib Eye Steak with Shallot and Rosemary Butter Garden Salad Roasted Baby Red Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables Pecan Pie with Bourbon Sauce Fresh Rolls and Butter Freshly Brewed House Coffee, Decaf and House Brewed Ice Tea Dinner Three Garden Salad Roast Prime Rib of Beef Au Jus Served With Horseradish Mousse Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetable Selection Chocolate Mousse with Berries Fresh Rolls and Butter Freshly Brewed House Coffee, Decaf and House Brewed Ice TeaOur MC for this year's banquet night program was once again 1Lt. Robert "Bob" Clemens (Plt. Ldr. & Co. Cmdr. B/C/D 1970/71), who did an outstanding job.
MC Clemens opened the program with a short introduction and welcomed everyone to the 15th Annual 3-506th Rendezvous. Throughout the program, he entertained the audience by reading short segments from the book--"War" by Sebastian Junger.Next, MC Clemens turned the microphone over to Donna Berry, who welcomed our special guests, including Chaplain Webb's family, all of whom attended the reunion. They included wife Linda, daughter Shannon and and her family-- husband Vince Pons (Kileen, TX), and their three children: Gillian (age 14), Alex (age 12), Fallon (age 8); daughter Meghan and her family-- husband Hans Teder (Mount Pleasant, SC), and their three children: Ross (age 15), Logan (age 11), and Camryn (age 9). Another extended family attending the banquet night program included Ponytail Paul; his wife, Valerie; Valerie's mother, Margaret Hall; as well as Valerie's cousins--Jo McConnell, Karen McConnell, and Becky Sidwell.
First Lieutenant Lt. Larry Collins (Plt. Ldr. 3/D and Co. E Cmdr, 1968/69) conducted the traditional unit roll call, with Delta troopers once again dominating the rendezvous. Lt. Collins followed up with a short, but moving presentation "In Memory" honoring one of his men, SP4 Dean Leroy Moon, KIA March 19, 1969. Donna and Cpt. Ohl continued the memorial segment of the evening program by recognizing Sue Burgess-Cebelinski and Kathie Burgress-Begich, sisters of SP4 Richard Burgess (2/D 1969/70, KIA 2/18/70), and presented Kathie (first time attendee)--on behalf of all the Currahees--a specially prepared bi-fold framed photo collage of their brother, Richard, on one side and a copy of Donna's poem, "My Gift To You", on the opposite side. Both Sue and another sister, Sally, are among several KIA families who contributed personal accounts for the KIA book--'My Gift To You'. If you have not read their personal account, we encourage you to do so. Cpt. William Ohl presented Sue and Kathie with a copy of the latest printing of My Gift To You, autographed by all the Delta troopers attending the reunion. Note: after arriving home to Libby, we received a card from Kathie addressed to all of us.
Presentations and Special Recognitions
Following the recognition of KIA family members, the first of the guest speakers--Cpt. William Ohl (Delta Co. Cmdr. 1969/70)--gave an invigorating presentation, followed by the presentation of an eagle to 1Lt. Ronald Faulkner (Plt. Ldr. D Co. & Bn S2 69/70). PSG Juan Jose Garcia (D Co. 69/70) also received an eagle, as well as a Cambodia Incursion Certificate and Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers". PSG Allen Hunter (D Co. 69/70) also received an eagle, a Cambodia Incursion Certificate and Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers". Medic Steve Williams (Senior Medic, D Co. 1968/69) was also presented an eagle for his dedication to the battalion. SSG Steve Johnson (Tunnel Rat, D Co. 69/70) was presented a Cambodia Incursion Certificate and Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers". A Cambodia Incursion Certificate and Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers" was also presented to Cpt. Robert R. Robinson III (Bn S2 Officer 1967/68 and a second tour as Alpha Company Commander 1970).
The second round of awards were presented by MC Clemens, who had the honor to present an eagle to PSG Charles Scott (3/C Co. 68/69) and a Cambodia Incursion Certificate, as well as Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers"--to David Kitner (C Co. 1970/71).
The next speaker, 1Lt. Frank Brokaw (Plt. Ldr. 1/C/3-8th Infantry 1969/70), whose story is told in Jerry's book--Twelve Days In May--the factual details about the 12-Day Cambodia Incursion in May 1970 carried out by the 4th Infantry Division and spearheaded by the 3-506th. Lt. Brokaw was seriously wounded during the initial insertion of his platoon. A short time later, his company commander, 1Lt. Robert Phillips, was killed on the LZ. Intense enemy fire prevented the Medevac of Lt. Brokaw until the following day. "Hell on a Small LZ" recounts the details of Lt. Brokaw and his small group fighting for their lives in the small clearing known as LZ FOX (later renamed FSB Phillips) in Cambodia. Following his short presentation, he had the honor of presenting an eagle to Warrant Officer Mike Lawry (Helicopter Pilot, 92nd Assault Helicopter Co. 1969/70), who flew his ship into heavy enemy fire to deliver Lt. Brokaw's men onto the hot LZ. WO Lawry also helped transport, resupply and extract both the 3-506th, the 3-8th, as well as, some of the other 4th Division Infantry battalions during the 12-Day Cambodia operation. WO Lawry also received a Cambodia Incursion Certificate and Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers". An eagle was also presented to PSG Cliff Shaul (3/C/3-8th Inf. 1969/70), along with a Cambodia Incursion Certificate and a copy of Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers".
The next presentation of the evening was given by Battalion Chaplain, Cpt. William Webb (HHC 1968/69). Following Chaplain Webb's short presentation and "ribbing" of Jerry Berry, who had been his first baptism in Vietnam, he had the honor of presenting eagles to 1Lt. David Rivers (Plt. Ldr. & Co. Cmdr., Charlie Co. 1968/69), 1Lt. Michael Loper (Plt. Ldr. 1/69th Armor-tanks 68/69), and a well deserved eagle and a copy of Donna's Cambodian Poem--"We Were Soldiers" to William Toliver (Medic, HHC 1967/68).
The 'Stand Alone Battalion' eagle statues are for special recognition and are presented to first time attendees--battalion officers, medics and platoon sergeants--who are considered well deserving of this special recognition; for they were responsible for the lives of many during a tour of duty in Vietnam. Over the years there have been a number of eagle designs and among these have been these--Eagle 1, Eagle 2, Eagle 3, Eagle 4. Several earlier versions of the "Stand Alone Battalion" eagle are not shown. Each eagle is meant to represent not only the "Screaming Eagle" of the 101st Airborne Division, but also the proud national symbol of our country. This recognition (the eagle) is sometimes presented to groups from outside the 3-506th who supported or operated alongside the Currahees, i.e. the 3-8th Infantry, the 1/69th Armor and 92nd Assault Helicopter Company recipients at this reunion. Each recipient was brought to the front and presented with a beautiful eagle statue mounted on an oak base containing an engraved plate with the soldier's name and rank, name, unit & position, tour dates and location. Each plate was engraved with a verse from Shakespeare that reads "We Few, We Happy Few, We Band Of Brothers; For He Today That Sheds His Blood With
Me Shall Be My Brother". Each eagle base is specially cut from select oak by a local craftsman in Libby, MT. The plaques are then hand-sanded, stained, and finished by Jerry and Donna Berry. A felt cushion glued to the bottom of each base adds the final touch to a beautiful piece of wood. The individual engraved plates attached to the oak base are also fashioned by a local craftsman in Libby, MT. These eagle awards are usually presented to the recipients by officers who served during the same tour of duty as the individual, or by the MC if no officer from his tour of duty is present to do the honors.The last recognition presented was given Lt. James Schlax (1/A Co. 1967/68) to one of his platoon members, Sgt. Ralph Burdett (1/A Co. 1967/68). The item was a specially made plaque that included among other things a picture of his platoon taken just prior to deployment to Vietnam in September 1967. An engrave plate with his name and unit was added just prior to him receiving it.
The final speaker for the evening was none
other than SP4
Grimaldo Urich-Vivar (HHC, 3-506th (Abn) 1968/69), who entertained the audience
with the true story of his journey to the United States in 1967 from Peru to become an "Airborne
Marine"!
Following Grimaldo's story, a special presentation was given by Donna Berry, which began with a brief history of "Donut Dollies" during wartime. Afterwards, special "Donut Dollie Teddy Bears" were presented to four of our own Currahee ladies who have done much over the years to make our hospitality room successful by helping with snacks and refreshments. Valerie Cauley received a "Gold Star Donut Dollie Bear" for her untiring efforts at reunions. She has attended a total of fifteen reunions with her Currahee, Paul. Linda Katzer received a "Silver Star Donut Dollie Bear" for her dedication over the past six years in support of her Currahee, Steve. Marilyn Rambo and Incha Braxton each received "Bronze Star Donut Dollie Bears" for their help and attendance at four previous reunions. I know their Currahees, Larry, Paul, Steve and Dan, are quite proud of them.
The finale of the evening was a special drawing for ten door prizes. Each winning ticket was drawn by Miss Fallon Pons, the eight-year-old granddaughter of Chaplain Bill Webb. Fallon was given the honor of drawing the tickets for a special reason--she was baptized (Photo 1, Photo 2, Photo 3) by her grandfather the night before (Thursday night) in the swimming pool at the hotel at 9 pm. The final recognition was made to MC Clemens for his outstanding MC'ing. He was presented a special engraved pen and pencil set made from Amboyna Burl wood from Southeast Asia, specially Vietnam. The Benediction was delivered by none other than our very first battalion chaplain, Chaplain Otis Smith (1967/68). Chaplain Smith brought with him the original prayer that he delivered to the departing Currahees on the parade grounds at Ft. Campbell just prior to deployment to Vietnam in October 1967. He read this prayer to the group prior to giving the closing prayer for banquet night. Chaplain Smith in Vietnam.
Saturday, July 2. Saturday was a wind-down day for attendees. Those who were previously unable to enjoy the sights and scenes of TUNICA and Memphis, TN did so. The ladies also got in some last-minute shopping at the Casino Outlet Mall nearby. Throughout the week, the hospitality room was busy with reminiscing of wartime bonds and sharing of photo albums. One last round of liquid refreshment was enjoy by most. Discussion took place concerning the next rendezvous and the future of the "Stand Alone Battalion". More news concerning the next reunion will be forthcoming on the website.
Sunday, July 3. Departure Day for most who attended the rendezvous. Some attendees planned to remain in TUNICA for another day or two before returning home. The TF 3-506th 15th Anniversary Reunion was an overwhelming success by all standards, thanks to all who attended and helped to make it happen. It was one of our larger reunions, with 130 participating in banquet night. Some who had planned to attend were forced to cancel within the last few weeks or days prior to the rendezvous. Hopefully, for those who did not make it, the next rendezvous will be possible. Many goodbyes were said, and Operation TUNICA 2011 terminated. Discussions are underway for the next "Stand Alone Battalion" rendezvous.
ATTENDEES
OFFICERS & WIVES
BELANGER, Ron (Lt.) and Annette, Garland, TX - HHC/Plt. Ldr. Co. A 3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68
BROKAW, Frank (1Lt.), Platoon Leader, Greenwich, CT - 1/C/3-8th Infantry 1969/70 (Cambodia)
CLEMENS, Robert (Cpt.) Hilton Head, SC - Plt. & Co. CO B/C/D 70/71 & 2-8th Mech. Inf., 4th ID 1970 [Reunion MC]
COLLINS, Larry (Lt.) and Karen, Valencia, PA - Platoon Leader, 3/D & E Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
FAULKNER, Ron (Lt.) & Shirley, Sierra Vista, AZ - Platoon Leader, D Company, 3-506th Abn Infantry1969/70) -
HOFFMAN, Fred (Lt.) , Lawrenceville, GA - Platoon Leader, Co. B, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70
LAWRY, Mike (WO) - Lafayette, LA - Helicopter Pilot (Aircraft Commander) "Stallion 29", 92nd AHC 1969/70 (Cambodia)
LOPER, Mike (Lt.), LaGrange, GA - Platoon Leader/Tank Commander, 1/69th Armor, TF 3-506th1968/69)
MAGOUYRK, James (Lt.), Rose Bud, AR - Platoon Leader, 2/C Company, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69*
OHL, William, (Cpt.) and Kim, Tucson, AZ - Co. D Cmdr., 3-506th Infantry 1969/70 (Cambodia)
RIVERS, Dave (Lt.) & Emily, Greenville, TN - Platoon Leader, Co. C, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
ROBINSON, ROBERT R. III, Harker Heights, TX - S2 (1967/68 & Co. A Cmdr. 1970 (Cambodia)
SCHLAX, Jim & Barbara, Aurora, , IL - Plt. Ldr., Co. A 3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68, "Boat Trooper"
SMITH, OTIS (Cpt.) and Earline, Stockbridge, GA -Bn Chaplain HHC 3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68 -"Boat Trooper"
STEVENS, John (Lt.), Flossmoor IL - Platoon Leader, 2/B Company, 3-506th Abn Infantry1968/70)
WEBB, William (Cpt.) and Linda, Brooksville, FL - Bn Chaplain HHC 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
*Awarded the DSC
ENLISTED MEN, WIVES & GUESTS
ATWOOD, Jim, Ludlow, KY - CSF/LRRP, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68, "Boat Trooper" -
BEATY, Dave & Gladys, El Paso, AR - Commo Chief, S4 1968/69
BERRY, Jerald & Donna, Libby, MT3/A & Bn PIO 3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68, "Boat Trooper"
BRAXTON, Daniel & Incha, Marina, CA - PSG, 2/B Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1968 -
BULLICK, K, Walton, IN, 3/C Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1968/69)
BURDETT, Ralph, Houston, TX - 1/A Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68, "Boat Trooper"
CAINES, Doug & Bonnie, Chadbourn, NC - Company D, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
CAULEY, Paul (Medic) and Valerie, Indianapolis, INC Company, 3-506th Abn Infantry1970/71
CUNNINGHAM, Mike & Dottye, Company D 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70
DECKER, Lee (Medic) & Shirley, Cape Coral, FL2/A Company, 3-506th Abn Infantry1968/69
DELONGA, Pete, Silver Springs, MD3/D Company 3-506th, 1969/70
FOSTER, Doug (PSG), & Guest, Louisville, KY - 1/C Company, 3-8th Infantry 1969/70 (Cambodia)
FOSTER, Tony (Medic) & Elaine, Bullard, TX - 3/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1970 (Cambodia)
GARCIA, Juan (PSG) & Fedora, San Antonio, TX - D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70
GOODMAN, Jarrett and Ginny, Melton, WI - Company A 3-506th Abn Infantry 1970/71
HACKMAN, Dan & Glenda, Tilton, IL - Company D, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
HILL, Marshall & Linda, Maxton, NC1/B Company3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68, "Boat Trooper"
HOLBROOK, Darrell (PSG) & Mary, Springboro, Ohio2/C Company, 3-8th Infantry 1969/70 (Cambodia)
HUNTER, Allen (PSG) Vinton, VA2/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70
HUSTAD, Bill and Jackie, Monticello, WI - Company 2/D 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969
JONES, Kenny and Marsha, Springfield, MO3/C Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1968/69
JOHNSON , Steve, Huntsville, AL3/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70 (Cambodia)
KATZER, Steve and Lynda, Redding, CA - Company D 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
KIRK, Tommy, Newhall, CA - HHC 3-506th Abn Infantry1970/71
KITNER, David & Lynda, Garrison, IA - C Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1970/71 (Cambodia)
KROGSRUD, Charles & Cindy, Casa Grande, AZ D/2-320th FA 1967/68
KRUG, Bill, Hanover, PA3/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
MAGELITZ, Vern & Linda, Jacksonville, IL - Company 2/D 3-506th Abn Infantry 69/70 (Cambodia)
MARTINEZ, Antonio & Connie, Lockhart, TX - 4/B Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1967-69 "Boat Trooper"
MORALES, Salvador 'Sal' & Elisa, Chino, CA3/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
MORRISON, Dean, Pickens, SC4/C Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1967-69 "Boat Trooper"
MUMBLOW, Robert and Sheree, Chadbourn, NC FO, Delta Battery, 2-320th FA (Abn), TF 3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68)
OWENS, Eddie, Keller, TX - 1/D Company, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968-69
PEASLEE, Maurice (PSG), , Scarborough, ME1/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
POTTS, Stanley (Medic), Opelika, AL - HHC & E Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70
RAMBO, Larry & Marilyn, Vienna, OH1/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
REISS, Jerry, Charles City, IA, 3/C Company 3-506th Abn Infantry1968/69)
ROLAND, Darryl & Linda, Orlando, FL2/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
SAUNDERS, Richard (PSG), & Louise, ME3/C Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
SCHULTZ , Roger & Georgia,3/D Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70 (Cambodia)
SCOTT, Charlies (PSG), Tulsa, OK3/C Company 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
SHAUL , Cliff (PSG) - C Company, 3-8th Infantry 1969/70 (Cambodia)
SIMICH, Alex, San Antonia, TX - Hqts Section, Company B, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
SUMMERS, Burl, Amman, ID - 2/3/D Company, 3-506th Abn Infantry 1969/70
TOLIVER , Bill, Zero Beach, FL - (Medic), HHC & Company D 3-506th Abn Infantry1967-69 "Boat Trooper"
TRAMBAUGH,
Steve and Linda, Loogootee, IN - Company
3/C 3-506th Abn Infantry 68-69
URICH-VIVAR,
Grimaldo, Sarasota, FL - HHC 3-506th Abn Infantry 1968/69
WAYNE,
David and Kathy, Louisville, KY - Company D 3-506th Abn Infantry 69/70
(Cambodia)
WHEELER,
Jim and Cheryl, West Greenwich, RI - Company 4/1/D 3-506th Abn Infantry
68/69
WHILES,
Gale, Mooreland, IN - CSF/LRRP, 3-506th
Abn Infantry 1967/68, "Boat Trooper"
WILLIAMS,
Stephen (Medic),
Rancho Cucamor, CA - Company D 3-506th Abn Infantry 69/70 (Cambodia)
WILLIAMS,
Steve and Rose, Topeka, KS - Company D 3-506th Abn Infantry 69/70
(Cambodia) -
SPECIAL GUESTS & KIA FAMILIES
BEGICH,
Kathie, M, Virginia, MN - Sister of Richard Albert Burgess (3/D Co.
1969/70KIA 2/8/1970)
CEBELINSKI,
Susan, Ironton, MN- Sister of Richard Albert Burgess (3/D Co. 1969/70KIA 2/18/1970)
DONAY, Robert (Bob), Festus, MO - 1/69th Armor, TF
3-506th1968/69)
GUTIERREZ,
Joe & Patty, Valencia, CA - Friend of Sgt. Richard Gonzalez,
1/B CO. - KIA 5/8/1968
HALL,
Margaret, Indianapolis, IN, Mother-in-law of Medic Paul Cauley (C
Co. 1970/71, 3-506th Abn Infantry
JOHNSON, Calvin, Son of SSG Steve Johnson (Co. D 1969/70), 3-506th Abn Infantry
McCONNELL, Jo, Cousin of Valerie & Paul Cauley - (C Co. 1970/71,
3-506th Abn Infantry
McCONNELL,
Karen, Cousin of Valerie & Paul Cauley - (C Co. 1970/71,
3-506th Abn Infantry
SIDWELL,
Becky Cousin of Valerie & Paul Cauley - (C Co. 1970/71,
3-506th Abn Infantry
OWENS,
Jodelle, Mother of Eddie Owens, Keller, TX1/D Company, 3-506th Abn
Infantry 1968-69 -
PONS,,
Shannon & Vince, Killeen, TX, Daughter and Son-in-law of Chaplain
Bill & Linda Webb
PONS,
Gillian (age 14) grandson of Chaplain Bill & Linda Webb
PONS, Alex (age 12) grandson of Chaplain Bill & Linda Webb
PONS, Fallon (age 8) grandson of Chaplain Bill & Linda Webb
McC DOWELL, Brenda & Bill, San Rosa, CA, Sister of Jerry Berry,
3-506th Abn Infantry 1967/68
SMITH, Phillip, friend of Jerry Reiss (3/C 68/69)
STEPHENSON,
Larry, Crape Hill, AL - 1/69th Armor, TF
3-506th1968/69)
TEDER,,
Meghan & Hans, Mount Pleasant, SC, Daughter and Son-in-law of
Chaplain Bill & Linda Webb
TEDER,
Ross (age 15) grandson of Chaplain Bill & Linda Webb
TEDER, Logan (age 11) grandson of Chaplain Bill & Linda Webb
TEDER, Camryn (age 9) granddaughter of Chaplain Bill & Linda Webb
LIEUTENANT
DAVID RIVERS
LIEUTENANT
RONALD FAULKNER
WARRANT
OFFICER MICHAEL LAWRY
LIEUTENANT
MICHAEL LOPER
STAFF SERGEANT ALLEN HUNTER
Platoon Sergeant, 1st PlatoonSTAFF
SERGEANT CLIFF SHAUL
Platoon
Sergeant, 3rd Platoon
4th
Infantry Division
STAFF
SERGEANT CHARLES S. SCOTT
Company
C, 3rd Battalion (Airborne), 506th Infantry
“Currahees”
101st Airborne Division
From
the men of Charlie Company
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SERGEANT FIRST CLASS JUAN JOSE
GARCIA
Platoon
Sergeant
Company
D, 3rd Battalion, 506th Infantry “Currahees”
101st
Airborne Division
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Company
A, 3rd Battalion (Airborne), 506th Infantry
“Currahees”
101st
Airborne Division
From
the men of 3-506th Airborne Infantry
101st
Airborne Division
From
the men of the 3-506th Airborne Infantry
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SPECIALIST
STEPHEN WILLIAMS
Platoon
Medic, 1st Platoon
Company
D, 3rd Battalion (Airborne), 506th Infantry
“Currahees”
101st
Airborne Division
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