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4622. I am a member of your Association and also a member of the love company, third Battalion 35th infantry Regiment Association. I have lost contact with both of you since I moved recently. I would appreciate information about love company Association. I was formerly a Battalion surgeon, third Battalion 35th infantry Regiment. And also regimental surgeon 35th infantry Regiment both in 1951. Would certainly love to have a reply to this message.
James B. Harle MD
Grand Court - Kansas City
501 W. 107 Street; Apt. 234
Kansas City Missouri 64114
jharle@kc.rr.com
816-216-7062
James B Harle MD -- Kansas City MO USA -- 09/30/2013
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4621. hey there cacti bros....once again im missing the reunion..doing VA related pro bono work...but you guys deserve the fun in the sun...enjoy..enjoy..enjoy..have fun and stay safe...a snappy salute to you guys...and as usual no talking in the ranks!!!!
Larry Frias Jr -- El Paso TX USA -- 09/30/2013
Email
4620. Hello all! I am trying to find the necessary documentation which would establish that my unit was deployed to Thailand
in 1962. At the time I was assigned to the Eng.Platoon 1st
Battle Group,HHC 35th Infantry,Schofield Barracks Hawaii. If
I recall right we were deployed August 1962 - December 1962
Thanks in advance........................MC
Marshall Carter -- Punta Gorda FL USA -- 09/30/2013
Email
4619. Visited the moving wall yesterday- in Adel GA- always a heart wrenching time- mixed emotions- sorrow- and pride for all those names on the wall-- just to see the respect shown by all is amazing-thanks to all who made it happen
Feddie Shook -- Adel GA USA -- 09/30/2013
Email
4618. I had to say good-bye to my Cacti family today and I miss them already. These last four days in Virginia Beach have been truly awesome. To be with the men I served with in difficult and uncertain times, along with their wives and families, means all the world to me. Over the years we have grown close once again, a true brotherhood and sisterhood. We still look out for each other and we are there for each other when they need us. I have met many Cacti at these reunions and I look forward to seeing them all again each year. I have never been around a greater bunch of people in my life. Unfortunately we did not have any WWII Cacti with us this year and only three or four from Korea. It was great to meet some of the active Cacti soldiers and I am confident that they will carry on the traditions of the Cacti wherever they go. The time seems to be passing quicker now and it won't be long before we will all form-up again in the Chicago area next year. Many thanks go to Doc Johnson and many others who work so hard to make these reunions so enjoyable. I've said this many times before, if you have never made it to one of our reunions, you don't know what you've been missing. I've talked with many who said they were apprehensive about going the first time but once they attended and met up with men they served along side with and men who have walked in their boots, they want to keep coming back each year. I hope to see everyone next year for another outstanding reunion
John Lorts -- VA Beach VA USA -- 09/30/2013
Email
4617. 45 years ago, we lost some very good men. The time from 9-24--9-30 was a time from hell. Tim Sines, also known as Little Doc, Lt. Fulkerson, Stucky, Golda, and many others. C/2/35th Inf.. and B/2/35th, who came to the aid of C. May you all rest in peace.
Francis Wheeler -- Billings MT USA -- 09/30/2013
Email
4616. Best reunion yet. Thank you all Cacti for making this so great. My brother Tony and I are already planning for next year. The way everyone interacted and mixed regardless of company, battalion, or years served, was phenomenal. I can not thank all of the people individually so, I won't even try. We are Cacti and that says volumes. The board, "Doc" Johnson, and all that attended, Thank you and God Bless you all. Be well brothers and sisters. "Doc" Olea
Forrest Joe"Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 09/30/2013
Email
4615. I am looking for anyone who served with
Tom Hedlund US Army
He was in Duc Pho or Pleiku.
HHC 2nd Brigade 1967-1968
Kay Hedlund -- Lynnwood WA USA -- 09/21/2013
Email
4614. I have made 6 tee times starting at 7am for Virginia Beach National golf course. This should get everyone to their luncheons on time.
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 09/20/2013
Email
4613. I don't know about anyone else, but I have not received a newsletter this year. Whats up
Frank L Marks -- Papillion NE USA -- 09/19/2013
Email
4612. Last call for the Bravo 2/35 Luncheon that will be held at the Military Aviation Museum on Friday, September 27th. The bus will leave the hotel at high noon and will return us by four PM. A fantastic interest in this event has attracted 73 Cacti and friends so far. The bus will only hold 58 so we reluctantly have to ask some of those who drove to the reunion to help us with the transportation. Reservations can still be made by sending a $22 check made out to me and received by Monday the 23rd. My address is 6060 Shore Blvd So #103 Gulfport Fl 33707. Hope to see you there!
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 09/16/2013
Email
4611. John,
Enjoyed your play on words. I am not so sure John Hancock would feel the same way.
William Keller -- Sarasota FL USA -- 09/15/2013
Email
4610. Bill Keller, C 2-35 will host this year's Charlie Company's luncheon at Virginia Beach. This years luncheon will at Chester's Upper Deck Restaurant on Friday the 27th September at 3:OO PM. Chester's Restaurant is located, at 206 16th St., several blocks from the Cavalier Hotel Resort. A closer look at Chester's can be seen at http://www.chestersupperdeck.com/
Trolley service is available, with pick-up every ten minutes, near the hotel. Remember too, the area's Annual Neptune Festival will offer lots to see and do for those wishing to take a short walk.
Bill Keller -- fl USA -- 09/15/2013
4609. I want to express my sincere gratitude to all involved in the forming one the largest and greatest associations of veterans. From three wars and the current war on terror,
our active duty Cacti. All I can say is Thank You and let's keep
on growing. Cacti Forever
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 09/13/2013
Email
4608. The article on page 1 in the Cacti Times about the monument dedication and reference to Don "Doc" Johnson stated that he "was one of the principle founders of the Association." It did not state that he was THE founder of the Association. Ben did a tremendous amount of work to start and grow the Association but he is no longer a member.
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 09/13/2013
Email
4607. I was reading the article on the monument dedication and noticed a glaring error in Don Johnson's speech. Don Johnson did not start the association. The idea was born on a beach in Melborne, FL by 8 members of Charlie co. We decided to get as many people in Las Vegas as we could. Ben Youmans was one of the eight and he got most of the people to Vegas. In Vegas Gen. Moore rented space at the VFW and it was voted to start an association. If anyone should get the credit for the association it is Ben Youmans. It doesn't matter what people think of Ben at least give credit where it is due.
William Keller
William Keller -- Sarasota FL USA -- 09/12/2013
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4606. This past Saturday 7th September association members, Don Johnson, Ray maylen, Roy Sitig, Phil Saunier and myself
attended the burial services of Sgt.Clement Thibodeaux Jr.
at Church Point,La. Doc Johnson and Ray Maylen presented
25th Div. and Purple heart coins, the coins were provided
by Chapter 727 Military Order of Purple Heart. I presented
the letters of appreciation from president Jim Beddingfield
to the nephew Wilson Thibodeaux.Sad part we still have six
cacti from Louisiana still missing.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 09/09/2013
Email
4605. Veterans Health Administration Update: It's Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Talk to your health care provider about your risk and the pros and cons of screening. Were you exposed to Agent Orange during military service and have prostate cancer? You may qualify for VA benefits. Health Care 1-877-222-8387. Benefits 1-800-827-1000.
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 09/03/2013
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4604. The following email members have addresses which returned the recent Summer, '13 issue of The Cacti Times, marked, "Undeliverable": Lester Blevins, Lloyd Brown, Gilbert Scribner, Ronald Crocker, Dan LaRoche, Dale Porter, Michael Kurtgis, Fred Miller, Tamara Jones, Gerald Bruhnke, Jane alex, Irwin Fischman, John Beesley, Peter Houben, Bill Thacker, Julius Miskovich, Richard Cazeault, Philippe Saunier, Ronald Schneider, Jay Bartholomees, Robert Selkis,Eugene Schmidt, Roberto Gonzalez, Robert Flatt, Donald chappell and John Perman. Most of these returns are for the second and third times. IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE SUMMER, '13 ISSUE, IT MIGHT BE PRUDENT TO CONTACT ME!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 09/03/2013
Email
4603. Join the Board of Directors welcoming Larry Meeks, (formerly with C 1/35, 1966) as our newest Life Member! Larry resides in Washington CH, OH, and welcomes contact from former platoon mates, or any others of that era. (lmeeks1944@yahoo.com) Thanks for your membership, Larry, and for your service!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 09/02/2013
Email
4602. I was with the 4.2 in 1967-1968 I was a FO for C company out of phy pi if any one would like to see me you can go to website themightyninth.org under photos go down to lee okerstrom
Laurel Okerstrom (Okie) -- Anoka MN USA -- 09/01/2013
Email
4601. We have just posted in the Photos section three WWII pictures by Bert Allman who served with C, 35thInf. Tom Allman, TWAllman@bemis.com , Bert's grandson contributed the pictures and is interested in anyone who can comment on them.
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 08/30/2013
Email
4600. The Summer issue of the Cacti Times is scheduled to be mailed out tomorrow (8/30). It covers the Cacti Monument Dedication, Active Duty Cacti sit-rep and great stories from our members. It goes out on not-for-profit postage so it may take a week or more to get it. Also, the reunion will be here before you know it. If you haven't sent in your registration or made travel plans, you need to "saddle up" and get it done! I think it will be one of our best. Doc Johnson has done a great job setting it up and it is a great venue. Your fox hole buddies are looking forward to seeing you again. If you have never attended one of our reunions, you don't know what you are missing and you might just find that buddy you've been wondering about all these years.
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 08/30/2013
Email
4599. The Recon 2/35th Annual Luncheon will be Friday September 27th at the Abbey Road Restaurant at 203 22nd street Virginia Beach VA at 1pm. I will need a headcount so let me know if your attending by Email or call me at 734-624-2059. Looking forward to seeing my Brothers!
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 08/29/2013
Email
4598. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming the Assn newest annual member, Raymond Calvez. He and wife Ludmilla reside in Columbus GA, home to Ft Benning, which of course is where the Cacti Monument, the finest Monument in the "Walk of Fame" there, resides. They welcome contact from former battle mates of C 1/35 (1966-7). We are mighty pleased to have you Raymond, and thank you for your service!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 08/28/2013
Email
4597. Hey Bravos, just about three weeks left to get your reservation money in. This year at our 15th Annual Reunion, John Lorts has arranged a military aviation tour for our Thirteenth Annual B 2/35 Luncheon. Here is our schedule for Friday September 27th: The bus will be at the hotel ready to leave for the museum at noon. Arrival for the one hour lunch will be at 12:30. Two hour museum tour 1:30 to 3:30 and back to the hotel by 4:15. We might make a stop on the way back to view the Flame of Hope Memorial just outside Oceana Naval Air Station. This should make for a very interesting day. Here is the deal: $22.00 per person includes admission and tour, transportation from the hotel and return in a bus, chopped pork BBQ dinner, chicken available also, with baked beans, coleslaw, hush-puppies, ice tea and lemonade. There will be plenty of great food so don't be bashful about going back for seconds. The bus (capacity 58 so some cars will have to be used) will leave the hotel at noon and return by 4:15 pm. Send check or money order by Sept 21st to: Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So, #103 Gulfport FL 33707. Bravo Cacti, Born and Bred to Be the Best!
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 08/28/2013
Email -- http://LAST CALL!
4596. We are planning on having the lunch for A company 2/35th on Saturday, September 28th at 12:30 pm, at the Sand Dollar Restaurant in the Cavalier Hotel. We will go through the hotels lunch buffet, and pay individually. The hotel will seat us all together. If you can attend, and spouses are invited, please inform Pat Martin if you are planning to attend and how many. Contact Pat at (843)229-8347 or SGTPAT50@ aol.com.
Rick Rosenau -- Whites Creek TN USA -- 08/25/2013
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4595. Funeral for Sgt Clement Thibodeaux
35th Infantry Korean War veteran U S Army Sgt Clement Thibodeaux was captured on November 28, 1950 in Korea and died in a Prisoner of War camp shortly thereafter.
His remains were identified in June of 2013 and sent home to Louisiana.
Veterans are invited to participate in the burial of Sgt. Thibodeaux. Please attend
IN UNIFORM with your veterans group, or as an individual.
NOTE: veterans wanting to participate should arrive at 9 am in front of the cemetery
When: 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013
Where: Our Lady of Sacred Heart Church cemetery,
114 N Bienvenu St, Church Point
Afterward: Reception to follow at American Legion Post 225, 1900 Lawtell Hwy.
(La. 35)
for more info: (337) 230-3513
Karen -- Lafayette LA USA -- 08/21/2013
Email
4594. Just finished reading the Cacti Times, another fine read.
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 08/21/2013
Email
4593. We just want to let you know: Steve Rainbolt, John Lorts and Bill Henson that the new summer issue of the CACTI Times is outstanding!! Thank you !!!!!!
Jim and Kathy Holleran -- Red Bluff CA USA -- 08/20/2013
Email
4592. I just completed emailing over 330 copies of another fine issue of the Cacti Times, prepared by John Lorts and Bill Henson, with contributions from many others. 35 have been returned undeliverable. That's a little less than 10%! If you are reading this and have not received your copy, it would be a good idea to contact me. There are many reasons email is returned to the sender: Your server "reads" the incoming mail as spam, due to the size of the attachment. (The Times is 36 pages, which is 14MB of info.), if your '13 dues are not paid, you have been taken off the mailing list, members who renew, but don't print their email address legibly, members who renew with their reunion registration, but don't include their newest email address, and those who renew but don't update their info. I will try the 35 addresses one more time with the NEXT issue, but if they are returned again, the addresses will be eliminated. I have "send" receipts for each copy sent.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary 35th Inf -- Avon IN USA -- 08/19/2013
Email
4591. Bill Keller, C 2-35 will host this year's Charlie Company's luncheon at Virgina Beach. This years luncheon will at Chester's Upper Deck Restaurant on Friday the 27th September at 3:OO PM. Chester's Restaurant is located, at 206 16th St., several blocks from the Cavalier Hotel Resort. A closer look at Chester's can be seen at http://www.chestersupperdeck.com
Trolley service is available, with pick-up every ten minutes, near the hotel. Remember too, the area's Annual Neptune Festival will offer lots to see and do for those wishing to take a short walk
Bill Keller -- USA -- 08/19/2013
4590. Please join the Board of Directors welcoming Pedro Maisonave as our newest Cacti! He and wife Myrna reside in Virginia Beech, and they look forward to the annual Reunion there in late Sept. Pedro was formerly part of C 1/35, and asks others from there during the middle to late 70's contact him at eljibarito55@aol.com. Thanks for your service Pedro. We appreciate your joining this great Assn.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 08/14/2013
Email
4589. Hello;
My name is Allen Welch, and I am doing research on Sgt.Thibodeaux, 35th Inf KIA in Korea 1951.
His remains has been found and DNA has been done and
confirmed.
There will be A full military ceremony In his home
town,Church Point,LA.On Sept.7th.10 am 2013
Allen Welch -- Crowley LA USA -- 08/13/2013
Email
4588. If you are looking for reunion hotel rooms: Call and ask to be put on the waiting list at the Cavalier Hotel then call and make reservations at the Wyndham Virginia Beach Oceanfront Reservation # 1-800-365-3032 It's about 1 mile north of the Cavalier room rates are $99 plus $1 plus $2.12 for $102.12 a night plus 14% tax. These are double queen Ocean Front rooms. There will be a shuttle provided by the Wyndham between the two hotels.
If you do get a reservation at the Cavalier you can cancel the Wyndham reservation.
Doc J
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 08/09/2013
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4587. THIS WEEKEND THE TRAVELING VIETNAM Wall is coming to GENESO.MY DAUGHTER GRANDAUGHTER ARE TAKING ME THERE.SOMEDAY I HOPE TO GO TO WASHINGTON.MY BROTHERS BIRTHDAY WAS JULY 12.THERE ISNT A TIME WHEN I WISH IT WASNT HIM THAT WAS LOST TO US.HOW DIFFERENT THINGS WOULD BE.AS A DOCTOR HOW MANY HE WOULD HAVE HELPED.THE IF ONLYIES CAN HAUNT AND BREAK YOUR HEART.
Mary Fast -- Moline IL USA -- 08/08/2013
Email
4586. Found my uncle's name on your website. Americo Cerasuolo was my grandmother's youngest brother. It was nice to be able to see this and be able to read about. There is only my 83 year old Aunt Ida left out of Americo's siblings, as we lost his 90 year old sister Gilda on July 31,2013. Americo is interred in Calvary Cemetery located in Queens,Ny
Justine Leight -- Williamsport PA USA -- 08/08/2013
Email
4585. Reunion Golfers: I have tentatively set up the reunion golf outing for Friday morning Sept. 27th at the TPC of Virginia 2500 Tournament Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23456.
I can't make reservations until 7 days out, but have contacted them and will make the tee times on the 20th with them.
Let me know if you will need rental clubs, right or left and if you know of anyone else interested.
Email me or call me.
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 08/07/2013
Email
4584. Hi Folks,
We have new 2012 reunion pics from Joe Henderson now posted. And in the Photos section we have new ones posted form Hal Sutton, A, 2/35th, 1968. Take a look, could find yourself in one of them....
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 08/06/2013
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4583. I have been contacted by the local newspaper to verify information they were given about the monument dedication. There are also photos. I suspect they will be in Thursday's edition. www.ledger-enquirer.com
Lois Tryon -- Columbus GA USA -- 07/30/2013
Email
4582. The monument for our Cacti is really a beautiful thing. Good job!
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 07/29/2013
Email
4581. Guys, below link is to a very powerful video that speaks to PTSD across all generations of warriors. You might have to Copy and Paste into your browser.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=NkWwZ9ZtPEI#at=32
Art Hughes -- CA USA -- 07/27/2013
Email
4580. We have just added a 2nd set of pics from Larry Edmister, B, 1/35th, 1967-68. Please take a look!
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 07/26/2013
Email
4579. Reunion Attendees, please contact me through email or phone 225-247-9321 if you are having trouble getting rooms at the reunion hotel. I can help out. Currently Thursday night Sept. 26th is booked full, but we are working on a solution to fix that. If you haven't made (or have) reservations yet call the hotel direct and make them and ask to be put on the waiting list for the 26th if you are coming in on that day or before. Also let me know if you do this.
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 07/26/2013
Email
4578. Hey Bravos, off we go into the wild blue yonder!! This year at our 15th Annual Reunion, we will be on John Lorts' turf so he has arranged a military aviation tour for us along with our Thirteenth Annual B 2/35 Luncheon. Here is our schedule for Friday September 27th: The bus will be at the hotel ready to leave for the museum at noon. Arrival for the one hour lunch will be at 12:30. Two hour museum tour 1:30 to 3:30 and back to the hotel by 4:15. We will make a short stop on the way back to view the Flame of Hope Memorial just outside Oceana Naval Air Station. This should make for a very interesting day. Here is the deal: $22.00 per person includes admission and tour, transportation from the hotel and return in an antique double-decker bus, a chopped pork BBQ dinner, chicken available also, with baked beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies, ice tea and lemonade. There will be plenty of great food so don't be bashful about going back for seconds. The bus will leave the hotel at noon and return by 4:15 pm. Send check or money order by Sept 21st to: Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So, #103 Gulfport FL 33707. Bravo Cacti, Born and Bred to Be the Best!
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 07/26/2013
Email
4577. I read Mr. Jernigan's entry in the guest book mentioning
the Korean war project of Dallas,Texas which is a great
organization They have a data base of 50 states with names
of veterans of each state including MIA's. July 27th 2013
is the 60th anniversary of the armistice of the Korean war.
There will be ceremonies thru out the United States, the
big one will be in D.C. We are having one here in Leesville La. in close proximity to Ft Polk. It will be held at the Korean Baptist Church It will be a special ceremony to honor one of our own. SGT. Clement Thibodeaux who was MIA and now is coming Home. He will be buried in Church Point La.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 07/20/2013
Email
4576. Hello. My name is William J. Jernigan. I am a contributor to the Korean War Project in honor of my uncle, Cpl. Daniel Joseph Carter, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, 4th Platoon, KIA 3-11-52 at Punchbowl. Two years ago I discovered his platoon Sgt. Francis E. Dahl in Sidney, MT. He was very helpful in enlightening me about my uncle and several of his buddies and had great comments on their behalf; and I try to maintain communication with him. I spoke with him today and informed him of the following event.
My purpose of this message is to inform you that one of our elected officials, U.S. Senator Tim Scott, is hosting two separate honor ceremonies on behalf of South Carolina Korean War Veterans on July 27, 2013. The first is at 0900 hrs. at the University of SC-Upstate Readiness Center, 300 North Campus Blvd., Spartanburg, SC 29303 and the second is at 1600 hrs. at the Charleston Area Convention Center, Exhibit Hall'B', 5001 Coliseum Drive, North Charleston, SC 29418. I don't know if any of your members are SC residents or not, but wanted to share this with you in case they are and don't know about it. If anyone is and have an interest in attending, they can call one of the Senator's office numbers to have their name added to the guest list:
Spartanburg area veterans: 864-233-5366
Columbia area veterans: 803-771-6112
Charleston area veterans: 843-727-4525
The ceremonies will consist of a recognition service and eligible veterans will receive a Congressional Certificate of Appreciation and a lapel pin.
I will be attending on behalf of my uncle; but my main purpose is to show respect and honor for all those that served in Korea.
I hope If you will choose to help pass this on to anyone in SC so they can join in the ceremonies.
I am very appreciative of those who have served in all causes and I commend you and others who have worked so diligently to on behalf of your association.
Best regards to you all!
William J. Jernigan
1123 Hawthorne Rd.
Hanahan, SC 29410
William Jernigan -- Hanahan SC USA -- 07/20/2013
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4575. If you have not made your hotel reservations yet and are planning on staying Sept. 26th or earlier you'll need to call the Hotel, the online reservation system won't help. Right now the 26th is Fully Booked, but they are working on freeing up some rooms. If you have trouble getting reservations call me 225-247-9321 and I'll help out.
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 07/16/2013
Email
4574. I attended the dedication ceremony at Ft. Benning yesterday in which the monument to the 35th Infantry Regiment was dedicated. It was a great ceremony and well attended. I'm wondering if there will be or if there is a press release concerning the ceremony?
Gary Clark -- Cumming GA USA -- 07/13/2013
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4573. For those attending the ceremony at Ft. Benning for the Cacti Monument wish you a safe trip, I'll be arriving on
Thursday NLT 1500 hrs. I will at the Hampton Inn.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 07/08/2013
Email
4572. Thank you to Kevin Koloff for leaving a virtual flower tribute on my Uncle Henry Serembo's name on the Manila, Philippines National Cemetery website today. I only knew he was killed during an invasion in the Philippines and buried in Luzon in 1945. My stepfather was his twin brother but did not speak much about him over the years. He would look at his brother's Purple Heart and shed tears. My stepfather was also in the Army but not serving in the same theater. Four brothers in the family served at the same time! Only Henry did not return. My research, after many years, has finally disclosed the "Band of Brothers" with whom he served.
As a retired veteran and Army nurse my thanks to you all past and present for your service. What a delight to find out more about my Uncle. I doubt there are any fellow soldiers in my uncle's unit living today but if there are thank you for your service and I would love to hear from you.
Dorothy Serembo -- San Antonio TX USA -- 07/03/2013
Email
4571. Please join the Board of Directors who offer a snappy hand salute in welcoming our newest member, Robert Farabee, who joins as a Life Member. Bob, who now calls Arlington TX home, formally had family among fellow Brothers-in-Arms with C Co, 1/35 (1969). He welcomes contact with others from that time, and can be reached at farabeerobert@yahoo.com. Welcome home Bob, and we are all grateful for your service.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 07/02/2013
Email
4570. Hi Steve Rainbolt and Dick Arnold. Thanks for the info you send me about Herman Logan. Last Tuesday night[25 June]my family and me met Logan and Vicky. I did visit him at Forest City. After 44 years,since we left Turkey,we got a wonderful reunion. I had the opportunity to see his Silver Star medal that he got in Nam and the message Steve wrote to him concerning Carl. I am so happy to see him and his wife that we will meet again in P.R or N.C.
Roberto Albandoz -- Canovanas PR USA -- 06/30/2013
Email
4569. I'll be attending the Cacti Monument Dedication in July...hope to get to meet some of you guys...I was in D 2/35 69-70
Houston Hamilton -- Gray GA USA -- 06/27/2013
Email
4568. I was informed by Gerald Launderville's niece, Julie, that he passed away on June 20th. Gerald served with C/HHC 2Bn 65-67
Don Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 06/27/2013
Email
4567. I have 100 pictures from RVN. They were taken from October 1968 to September 1969. I was with both A and D companies 2/35. I was only with D Co from March to April 1969. The pictures include the stand-down at Oasis. I plan on attending the Cacti Monument dedication at Ft. Benning on July 12. If someone attending the dedication wants a CD of these pictures contact me and I will bring some copies to the dedication.
Paul Rhodes -- Griffin GA USA -- 06/26/2013
Email
4566. Today, in 1966, Recon platoon fought a desperate battle within a stones throw of Cambodia and the Ia Drang River. Recon lost ten good men that day and gave a good accounting of themselves as a platoon against a vastly superior force without a single prepared position. Thanks to A Company's eventual arrival, plentiful artillery and accurate air strikes, a lot of us were able to walk out shaken but alive. At least 66 NVA didn't. If you have a drink tonight, tip one up for Sgt. Warren Knepper and his squad. Those guys were the best.
Mile Kellermeyer -- Fort Wayne IN USA -- 06/25/2013
Email
4565. A Company 1st/35th Luncheon:
Friday September 27th, 12:00 Noon
The Sand Dollar Restaurant in the Cavalier Hotel
Jim & Kathy Holleran -- Red Bluff CA USA -- 06/24/2013
Email
4564. B, 1/35th 1967-68. If anyone knows how to contact Guadalupe Olguin, tell him I still have his coin & paper money he asked me to hold them for him. He never made it back to the field. It has been 40 years and I would like like to get them back to him.
Chuck Cooper -- Santa Ana CA USA -- 06/24/2013
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4563. Hey Bravos, off we go into the wild blue yonder!! This year at our 15th Annual Reunion, we will be on John Lorts' turf so he has arranged a military aviation tour for us along with our Thirteenth Annual B 2/35 Luncheon. Here is our schedule for Friday September 27th: The bus will be at the hotel ready to leave for the museum at noon. Arrival for the one hour lunch will be at 12:30. Two hour museum tour 1:30 to 3:30 and back to the hotel by 4:15. We will make a short stop on the way back to view the Flame of Hope Memorial just outside Oceana Naval Air Station. This should make for a very interesting day. Here is the deal: $22.00 per person includes admission and tour, transportation from the hotel and return in an antique double-decker bus, a chopped pork BBQ dinner, chicken available also, with baked beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies, ice tea and lemonade. There will be plenty of great food so don't be bashful about going back for seconds. The bus will leave the hotel at noon and return by 4:15 pm. Send check or money order by Sept 21st to: Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So, #103 Gulfport FL 33707. Bravo Cacti, Born and Bred to Be the Best!
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 06/24/2013
Email
4562. Also join the Board of Directors welcoming Charles Cooper into membership. Charles served with B 1/35 from 1967-8, but now calls Santa Ana CA, home. He welcomes contact at chuck.cooper@esterline.com. Welcome into membership, Charles, and thank you for your service!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 06/23/2013
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4561. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming newest member, Robert Flatt, who served with B 1/35, 1965-6. He and wife, Carolyn call Payneville KY home, and they welcome contact from former battle mates. Reach him at rcflatt@bbtel.com. Thanks for your service Robert, and welcome home.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 06/23/2013
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4560. Gene Anderson, I will see to it that both Dunn and Johnson see your post.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 06/20/2013
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4559. Trying to get in touch with Art Johnson and David Dunn
Gene Anderson -- Fall City WA USA -- 06/20/2013
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4558. Sept 26,1968 to Jan 14, 1969. D/2/35th. 501-231-9393
Bradford Anderson -- Concord AR USA -- 06/19/2013
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4557. CACTI! Please join the Board of Directors who are offering a smart military hand salute to James Lanning, who is the newest Life Member. He and wife Judy reside in San Marcos TX, and they welcome contact from former battlemates of C 2/35. (1966-7) Reach them at brotherjim@grandecom.net. Thanks for your service James and WELCOME HOME!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 06/16/2013
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4556. Join the Board of Directors in welcoming new member, Charles (Pete) Hubbard. He and wife Linda reside in Meadows of Dan VA, and he is anxious to make contact with past members of C 2/35 (1970). Thanks for your service, Charles, and welcome into the best Reunion Association anywhere!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 06/13/2013
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4555. My family and I are going to Hawaii the 25th of June we will be visiting Schofield Barracks on the 27th of June. The Commander of 2/35 Inf has been gracious enough to arrange an escort for myself and my family and give us a tour of the Cacti at Schofield. I will give a report and have pictures of my visit at the reunion in Sept. Hope to see many Recon guys from HHC 1/35. Chuck Norris
Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 06/10/2013
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4554. Join the Board of Directors welcoming our newest Association member, Elliot Kindred, who resides in San Antonio TX. Elliott is a past member of A 2/35, 1968-9. Welcome aboard Elliott, and thank you for your service!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 06/09/2013
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4553. Hello,
My name is Dean Biddle. Nelson is my uncle & I wondered if anyone remembered serving with him ? Thank you.
PFC Nelson Arthur Biddle, US52058773, who died in the service of his country on September 9th, 1951 in North Korea. The cause of death was listed as KIA. At the time of his death Nelson was 22 years of age. He was from Saint Paris, Ohio. Nelson's Military Occupation Specialty was 4745-Light Weapons Infantryman.
Dean Biddle -- Urbana OH USA -- 06/08/2013
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4552. I am going to be at Ft Benning,Ga Jul 11-13, I am at the base RV Park. Hope to see a lot of you all there. James (Witchdoctor)Brown Recon 1/35 1966-1957. Take Arms
James L Brown -- Portland TN USA -- 06/06/2013
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4551. Dear Cacti: I have the honor of producing a documentary that explores the Name Upon the Wall. Fellow Hingham resident and Bowdoin College Alum, LT Curtis E. Chase 2/35th KIA 6 May '67 is the focal point of the project.
I am especially interested in hearing from those that knew Curt and served beside him. My ambition is to create something that tells the story of his time, does justice to his memory and sacrifice while also reminding us and the greater whole that for every name on a memorial wall, plaque or statue, there is an individual who's sacrifice is due respect and recognition.
As the project develops, I plan to share the resources I have encountered with the 35th Infantry Regiment Assn. I would be eternally thankful for any assistance you could offer.
Most Sincerely,
Mark Brodie
Hingham MA
Bowdoin College '87
Mark Brodie -- Hingham MA USA -- 06/03/2013
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4550. Just talked to Carlos Lopez tonight. We're both going to attend the reunion and hope to see as many 1/35 Recon/HHC in attendance as possible. In particular, any of the guys that survived the June 24, 1966 battle very close to where the Ia Drang crossed into Vietnam from Cambodia. That includes the Four Deuce people. Also, I would like to be in on the golf outing if someone could give me some information about when and where it might take place. See ya at the beach!
Mike Kellermeyer -- Fort Wayne IN USA -- 06/02/2013
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4549. The Board of Directors request that you join us in welcoming our newest member, Ronald Swinchock into annual membership. He and wife, Suzanne make their home in Jefferson, PA and they welcome contact at swinchock@windstream.net. Ronald is a past part of B 1/35, 1967. Thanks for your service Ronald and welcome home.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 06/02/2013
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4548. Hi everyone,
Been a while since I last visited the Cacti website. Hoping to make my first reunion in Sept if everything goes well.I have never met anyone that I recall from my platoon. I was with B2/35th and Cpt Walker was my company Commander and Sgt Silva was my squad leader. I was in that contact at the Tan Phong Hamlet.
Chuck Coates -- Atlanta GA USA -- 05/30/2013
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4547. Remembering those that made the ultimate sacrifice on 28-29 May 1966 at LZ 10Alfa. If my math is correct its been 45 years. Rest in Peace My Brothers
Richard Nilsen -- Massapequa NY USA -- 05/29/2013
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4546. Just posted in Photos section are some nice pics contributed by Larry Edmister, B, 1/35th 1967-68. Please take a look.
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 05/29/2013
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4545. ATTENTION ALL CACTI: Dedication of the Cacti Monument at Ft. Benning, GA, will be held on Friday, July 12, 2013, at 11:00 am. Please plan to attend this celebration to dedicate the monument honoring all who serve as Cacti-past, present, future. The ceremony will be held at the Walk of Honor behind the Infantry Museum, 1776 Legacy Way, Columbus, GA.
beddingfield9677@bellsouth.net -- Cumming GA USA -- 05/28/2013
4544. For all our fallen Cacti brothers you are gone, but will never be forgotten.
Larry Luscri -- St Louis MO USA -- 05/28/2013
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4543. I was with the 1/35 Cacti, B Co. from 1979-1982 With Sgt. Bobo and Montgomery, I also was in CSC with Sgt Tooker, Sgt Cross.
In those days I did not understand it all, but now I do. they were the best days of my life. I wish i could reunite with all the guys that was in the Cacti from 1979-1982. I was the guy who always smiled.
francis Bryant
Sp4 Bryant
Francis Bryant -- King George VA USA -- 05/27/2013
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4542. Hey Bravos, off we go into the wild blue yonder!! This year at our 15th Annual Reunion, we will be on John Lorts' turf so he has arranged a military aviation tour for us along with our Thirteenth Annual B 2/35 Luncheon. Here is our schedule for Friday September 27th: The bus will be at the hotel ready to leave for the museum at noon. Arrival for the one hour lunch will be at 12:30. Two hour museum tour 1:30 to 3:30 and back to the hotel by 4:15. We will make a short stop on the way back to view the Flame of Hope Memorial just outside Oceana Naval Air Station. This should make for a very interesting day. Here is the deal: $22.00 per person includes admission and tour, transportation from the hotel and return in an antique double-decker bus, a chopped pork BBQ dinner, chicken available also, with baked beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies, ice tea and lemonade. There will be plenty of great food so don't be bashful about going back for seconds. The bus will leave the hotel at noon and return by 4:15 pm. Send check or money order by Sept 21st to: Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So, #103 Gulfport FL 33707. Bravo Cacti, Born and Bred to Be the Best!
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport Fl USA -- 05/25/2013
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4541. Comment: Please join the Board of Directors in expressing thanks to Life Member (2004) John Sadler of Mesquite NV, who committed to a five year, $100/yr donation to the Cacti Scholarship Reserve Fund! John formerly toiled with HHC 2/35, and continues to demonstrate fine service. Thank you, John, and accept our heartfelt HAND SALUTE!!!!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 05/24/2013
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4540. If anyone knows a contact number for Mr. Frank Marks a contributor/war stories to this website please email me. He served with my Father in in the 35th WWII.
Edward Farrar -- Chester VA USA -- 05/22/2013
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4539. 46 Years ago Robert L Murphy A/1/35 paid the Ultimate Sacrifice.. Gone but never forgotten.
David C Crocker Sr -- Clinton MD USA -- 05/22/2013
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4538. May 19,1967 A/1/35TH saw three of this nations finest pay the ultimate sacrifice..PFC Kenyon Elroy Bean, PFC Walter Thomas Geiger, 2LT Everett E. Johnson Jr.. It is said that time will heal but in reality time is just a small band-aid on a huge wound. Gone but never forgotten.........
David C Crocker Sr -- Clinton MD USA -- 05/19/2013
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4537. How time flies. My dad was KIA along with Kenyon Bean and Walter Geiger 46 years ago today. I still feel the pain of his loss as does the Bean and Geiger families.Thanks for being my friends guys. I will try to make the reunion this year to see you all again.
Mike Johnson -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 05/19/2013
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4536. 2013 Company B, 1st Battalion Dinner Bravo Company, 1st Battalion (Cacti Green), 35th Infantry Regiment will hold their annual reunion dinner at 6:00 pm on Friday, September 27, 2012 at the Lucky Oyster, only eight miles from the Cavalier Hotel, our home base in Virginia Beach. This is the eighth consecutive year that the company will have its own separate get together in conjunction with the annual Cacti Regimental Reunion. There will be no set program but plenty of time to visit with old friends in a casual and comfortable setting. Lucky Oyster Seafood Grill is a Virginia Beach award winning family restaurant located at 2165 General Booth Boulevard in the Strawbridge Shopping Center, just minutes from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront!The atmosphere is beach casual and the decor would make a fisherman feel right at home. Of course they have seafood of all varieties but they also have steak, salads, sandwiches and burgers. Lucky's has also agreed to let us order individually from their extensive menu. Take a look at the location, photos and menu on their web site at: http://www.luckyoystervb.com All Bravo Company, 1/35 veterans, family and friends who would like to attend should contact Alonzo Jones or TJ Blue as soon as their plans are set so we can let the folks at the Lucky Oyster Seafood Grill know how many of us to expect. This can be done for Alonzo by email jones_35inf_5cav@telepage.net; phone 865-617-4292 or snail mail at PO Box 304, Huntsville, TN 37756 or for TJ by email teej1010@gmail.com; phone 843-525-1098 or snail mail at 201 Pleasant Point Drive, Lady's Island, SC 29907. Let's make 2013 our biggest reunion yet. Looking forward to seeing all Bravo Company members and guests in Virginia Beach and especially for dinner on Friday, September 27 at 6:00 pm!
TJ Blue -- Lady's Island SC USA -- 05/14/2013
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4535. Searching for anyone who served with SGT Howard W. Knowles, D Co 2/35, 11B; he served in Vietnam 8 Mar 69 to 6 Mar 70. If you served with him or knew him please contact me at rickjungsr@live.com This search is on behalf of his daughter Tammy.
Rick Jung Sr -- Orlando FL USA -- 05/11/2013
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4534. Join the Board of Directors in welcoming our newest member, Jim Schumacher. He and spouse, Nan live in Attica, OH, and welcome contact from former battlemates of A 2/35. He participated with them from Aug, '68 to Aug, '69, and can be reached at nan_schumacher@yahoo.com. Welcome into the Association Jim, and Nan, and thanks for your service and sacrifice.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 05/09/2013
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4533. Thanks Doc Hall for the info. I called the Hampton and made reservations. It's a 10hr drive for me. I'll leave Thursday the 11th. One more item of interest,some info for the Cacti that train in Ft.Polk, Tiger Land is back in action. It was re-open by the 162nd Infantry Bde. They welcome personel that train there and Drill Sgts that work there also, God bless and see you in Ft Benning Ga.
Jesse Campos -- Anancoco LA USA -- 05/08/2013
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4532. Manuel Martinez, (Marty), I saw your message about the 12 man platoon and I was glad to see your name. Hope you remember me, and I'm in touch with Hawndo, Weakland, and Harrar---good to hear from you---Hogie
Michael Hogan (Hogie) -- FRISCO TX USA -- 05/07/2013
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4531. I just made my reservations for the monument dedication at the Hampton Inn on Legacy Way at Ft Benning. This is the closest hotel to the ceremony site. As I understand it there will be two graduations from the Officer Candidate School at Ft Benning that Friday and Saturday so hotel rooms in the area may go quickly. Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 05/05/2013
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4530. ATTENTION ALL CACTI: Dedication of the Cacti Monument at Ft. Benning, GA, will be held on Friday, July 12, 2013, at 11:00 am. Please plan to attend this celebration to dedicate the monument honoring all who serve as Cacti-past, present, future. The ceremony will be held at the Walk of Honor behind the Infantry Museum, 1776 Legacy Way, Columbus, GA.
Jim Beddingfield -- Cumming GA USA -- 05/04/2013
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4529. Hello. Any of you guys served with B. CO. 1/35 twelve man platoon in 67? Thanks Manuel Martinez
Manuel Martinez -- Pleasanton TX USA -- 05/04/2013
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4528. I just found my father's binder from when he was a member of the 35th Association. I just wanted to post that for those who may have known SFC (Retired) David F. Batungbacal Sr, A CO 1/35th 1967, he lost his battle with cancer 24 June 2012. God bless all of you who served.
David F. Batungbacal Jr -- Lawton OK USA -- 05/01/2013
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4527. I spent my time with Co C 3BN 35th INF 187 INF BDE SEP and we were known as the "Pride Battalion" for many years. I was extremely proud to have served with the fine men and women of the 3/35th. I look forward to seeing the memorial completed. You have an awesome site. Respectfully, George A. Randall 3d SFC USA (RET)
George Randall -- Granby MA USA -- 04/30/2013
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4526. NEWSFLASH!!!! B 2/35 LUNCHEON RACE RESULTS: A multi-year consistent winner, Doc DeRosa, won first place again with his early meal payment. Congratulations, Doc. Second place arrival this year is Bob (Earthquake) Maves who could be a strong contender next year. Bob has won second place in the chow line right behind the "Sultan of Squat". You too could be third in line.....is your check in the mail yet? Cacti Forever!
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 04/30/2013
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4525. G'day. Thursday, April 25 was ANZAC Day in Australia. ANZAC Day is a national holiday of remembrance of the first major embarkment of the Australia and New Zealand military in WWI at Gallipoli. It is also a day of remembrance and commemoration of fallen military since as well as a day to honour all Australia military service. Following ceremonies at the Domain (Sydney CBD-Central Business district) a veteran and military parade followed. A fly over of military aircraft followed as well. I had the honour to march with the American contingent of allied veterans at the parade. America was at the forefront of the allied veterans (as the contingents were placed in alphabetical order) for the parade march. The parade passed through the centre of Sydney CBD on way to the ANZAC Memorial at Hyde Park where the parade disbanded. The American contingent was escorted by 6 active duty Australia Army service members. The American flag was not lowered as it passed in review (unlike other countries) on parade. There were about 30 of us in formation and it was an informal march. There were an estimated 110,000 spectators along the parade route. The entire parade went for 4 hours. Americans are well received in Australia and held in high esteem for their military duty throughout the years (especially WWII) and in their current military endeavours.God Bless America! John Linn Cacti Forever
John Linn -- Sydney Australia -- 04/28/2013
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4524. Hey Bravos, off we go into the wild blue yonder!!
This year at our 15th Annual Reunion, we will be on John Lorts' turf so he has arranged a military aviation tour for us along with our Thirteenth Annual B 2/35 Luncheon. Here is our schedule for Friday September 27th: The bus will be at the hotel ready to leave for the museum at noon. Arrival for the one hour lunch will be at 12:30. Two hour museum tour 1:30 to 3:30 and back to the hotel by 4:15. We will make a short stop on the way back to view the Flame of Hope Memorial just outside Oceana Naval Air Station. This should make for a very interesting day. Here is the deal: $22.00 per person includes admission and tour, transportation from the hotel and return in an antique double-decker bus, a chopped pork BBQ dinner with baked beans, coleslaw, hushpuppies, ice tea and lemonade. There will be plenty of great food so don't be bashful about going back for seconds. The bus will leave the hotel at noon and return by 4:15 pm. Send check or money order by Sept 21st to: Peter Birrow 6060 Shore Blvd So, #103 Gulfport FL 33707. Bravo Cacti, Born and Bred to Be the Best!
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 04/27/2013
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4523. Join the Board of Directors welcoming back into membership, David Kemple, who becomes the latest Cacti Life Member. David and wife, Martha reside in Jeffersonville IN, and they welcome contact from past battlemates of his with A Co 2/35, Mar, '68 to Mar, '69. (dave_kemple@sbcglobal.net). Thanks for your service David, and welcome home.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 04/25/2013
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4522. Anyone from B Co. remember me taking a ricochet on 11/20/66. I am trying to get my purple heart. Please sendme an email if you have any info. Thanks.
Roger Thiessen -- Buckeye AZ USA -- 04/23/2013
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4521. My father is Billy Joe Dixon from McMinnville Tennessee. His memory is not the best, but I think he was in the 2nd Batt, Charlie comp. during the Korean war. He was a BAR gunner. I would love if anyone knew him or of him or had any more info on his platoon and company. Thank all of you for your service. God bless you. Barry Dixon (Bardixd@wildblue.net)
Barry W Dixon -- English IN USA -- 04/21/2013
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4520. In reading the latest edition of the Cacti Times, I notice some commentary about Ted Winowitch. I was his "Shotgun" platoon leader when we deployed to the 68th Aviation Battalion (formerly known as the UTT Helicopter Company) in late 1964. All the platoon were volunteers and Ted was the only member who had previously served a similar tour. We had been in country about a month and, on this particular day, we were flying over a village named Binh Gia. Despite flying over the area all day, we had seen nothing -- although intelligence said there were over 3000 NVA in the village. We had other reports like that in previous missions which didn't pan out, so we were somewhat casual about it. About four o'clock in afternoon, all hell broke loose and we were taking fire from everywhere. My roommate at the time, Danny, a pilot in another helicopter, was shot down. Fortunately, other helicopters were able to land and rescue him. Another chopper was hit by anti-aircraft fire and one of my door gunners was shot through the leg. They evacuated him to the hospital and then returned the helicopter to our base at Ton Son Nhut where we cleaned it out and reloaded the ammunition. I was going to go back out on that helicopter but Ted pleaded with me to let him go instead. I agreed because I had to make sure other choppers were manned, and I knew I could go on another helicopter later. The chopper started rotating the engine and rotor blade, but Ted wasn't around so I jumped in the gunners seat and strapped myself in. Suddenly, Ted came running around the corner so I got out. This helicopter was shot down about a half hour later and no one survived. When I went out on a later flight, we flew into the area where Ted's helicopter had gone down and we received heavy fire. I remember looking at the rounds coming at us and thinking they were aimed straight at my head, and knowing that there were four rounds I couldn't see for every round I did see. After circling several times and continuing to receive fire, we were forced to withdraw because it was too dark. When we landed in the village two days later, we discovered what an unbelievable job the NVA had done camouflaging their positions, which is why we had been unable to see the thousands of NVA troops. Ted was the guy everyone in my platoon looked up to, and I will never forget him. I have an etching of his name from "The Wall" in my office.
Bill Entringer -- Scotsdale AZ USA -- 04/17/2013
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4519. The following message was received today: This is the great granddaughter of one of your members Frank Kruczynski. I'm sorry to inform you that my great grandfather has recently passed away. Friday, April 12th at Harford Memorial Hospital, Havre de Grace MD. If you could inform the members of this community that would be wonderful, since we have a lot of time on our hands getting into contacting the people that he know, since he knows a lot of them!
Thank you, Madison Ruleman-Tolson
Another great member is gone. Frank was a Cacti Medic in the Korean War and a Lifetime Member since 2002.
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 04/17/2013
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4518. Greetings: I am the 1st cousin of PFC Richard R. Irwin KIA in 1967 as a member of your Regiment. Sadly his Dad, and my uncle Dick passed in January of this year. Though to my Uncle you would like to know. Your outreach greatly helped in his grief and gave him a good deal of clousure. He felt like a proud member of your organization and attended a few of your reunions. Thanks. S/f O.Grant
Oliver Grant, Colonel USMC Retired -- Ladera Ranch CA USA -- 04/16/2013
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4517. Anyone in B Company remember me taking a ricochet on Nov. 20 1966 and being sent back to BN to wait for a new pair of glasses please contact me. I am trying to get my purple heart.
Roger Thiessen -- Buckeye AZ USA -- 04/15/2013
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4516. On May 1st a Cacti hero will be returned home after nearly 63 years. Sgt Willard Frank Williams of Easy Company was lost in Battle on November 28, 1950 and his remains were not identified until Oct of 2012. On Sunday April 28 his remains will be flown via Delta Airlines in to Memphis, TN airport at 10:56 AM and then escorted to the Southrn Pines funeral home 100 Pine St., Lexington, MS. Then on Weds May 1st services will be held out of Southern Pine Funeral Home at 3 PM and the body escorted to Liberty Chapel Cemetery about 10 miles southwest of Lexington. A contingent of Cacti are planning on being there (including myself) and we would love any Cacti from any era who is in the general area to join us. So if you are from Mississippi or Southwest Tennessee (or any other area where you can make it please consider coming to join us in welcoming this hero home at last. You can contact me at the e-mail below. Thanks --Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 04/13/2013
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4515. April 8, 1970 RECON 2/35 lost two men KIA and five wounded. We exacted an incredible price for the loss of those men. Lt. Thode and Jeff Feeman, you will never be forgotten.
Leigh Thomas -- Riverside WA USA -- 04/08/2013
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4514. Hi to all, Just thought some of you may enjoythis poem I gave to my wife some time back!If you wish, you may copy it for your personal use. Just, please don't claim it! A Warrior's Wife She who has endured so much,strength, Love and wisdom, given by her touch. Mother, Wife and Friend,when broken, always there to mend. Never to intimidate or hurt,never to wonder, flirt. A teacher to all she meets,a lasting love, knowing of no retreat. In time of loneliness and grief,strength to be, when eyes weep. An angel on this earth,did of my children, give birth. Purer of heart none can be,she who always stands by me. Sorry for her pain I have caused,but to forgive myself, for she already does. If I could, a new life make,pray I give to her more love than I may take. With smile and grace in she,fill my heart with memories. No better woman I could find,to fulfill this life of mine. When once I knew not of such,blind to faith and it's touch. A gift from God, all to see,she who is my destiny. I pray together we will always be, and I thank God for her time with me. When our day in passing comes, and our task on Earth is done,God show her the love and forgiveness she has shown to me. Until then, not free, my mind to be. God, reward her for her faith, dedication and loyalty, for no other way should there be. Cliff Totten B Co. 1/35th Inf.
Cliff Totten Dec 65-Dec66 -- Missouri Valley IA USA -- 04/07/2013
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4513. April 5th, 68'. An awful day at Mile High. God Bless those who gave their all that day and prayers to the families of the fallen. I will be reading Cap't Beals letter home from that day a few times today. Thanks again Dick Arnold. Mike
Mike Critchfield -- Stanwood MI USA -- 04/05/2013
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4512. On 5 April 1968. George Edden was kill at a place call LZ mile high. I hear it was one hell of a place. There not a day that goes bye that I don't think about him. He was Family. We miss him so much. I would like to thanks all his friend that tried to save his life. God bless you all.
David Warburton -- East Helena MT USA -- 04/04/2013
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4511. My name is Andrea Deisher and I am a student at Westlake High School in Austin, Texas. My English class is reading The Things They Carried, and is now doing a project memorializing soldiers whose names are on the Vietnam Memorial Wall. We are commemorating lost soldiers and I received Robert Henry Lerner who was a member of the 35 infantry. Through my research I found this website (www.cacti35th.org). I was wondering if anyone would be willing to share any memories, experiences or photos you have with Robert Henry Lerner that I can include in my memorial to make my tribute more personal. If you would like to see similar projects to the one I'm working on and where my memorial will eventually be posted, please visit http://www4.eanesisd.net/~vietnam/. Also, please feel free to contact my teacher, Kristy Robins, at krobins@eanesisd.net. Private First Class Robert Lerner was killed in action on August 31st, 1966 in South Vietnam. He was with the 3rd Plt, Co B, 1st Battalion, 35th Infantry, 3d Bde Task Force, and 25th Infantry Division at the time of his death. Thank you very much for your time, Andrea Deisher
Andrea Deisher -- Austin TX USA -- 04/04/2013
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4510. ****corrected email address****I am a proud daughter of a Vietnam Veteran! My dad, Dan "Doc" Vasquez, served as a medic with A Co 2/35th from Feb 1968 - Feb 1969. Every year for as long as I can remember he would get quiet and sad right around this time. (March 30th, 31st & April 1st) Though he didn't go into much detail, he shared that on those three days in 1968, all hell broke loose. In October it will be 6 years since he lost his battle with kidney cancer. I miss him every day. I can never imagine what he, and all you other heroes went through, I can only offer my heartfelt thanks for your sacrifice. To all of you Vietnam Veterans, THANK YOU & WELCOME HOME!!
Christine Vasquez -- CA USA -- 03/30/2013
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4509. On this day Robert F Kline KIA. You were a true friend in the short time we knew each other. Gone but never Forgotten Rest In Peace brotherJohn Morgan HHC/D 2/357/67-9/68
John Morgan -- Foresthill CA USA -- 03/30/2013
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4508. Christine Vasquez I have tried sending email to you but address is getting rejected. Please contact me at bayvuepugs@gmail.com with correct email address. John Mogan D 2/35
John Morgan -- Foresthill CA USA -- 03/30/2013
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4507. I am a proud daughter of a Vietnam Veteran! My dad, Dan "Doc" Vasquez, served as a medic with A Co 2/35th from Feb 1968 - Feb 1969. Every year for as long as I can remember he would get quiet and sad right around this time. (March 30th, 31st & April 1st) Though he didn't go into much detail, he shared that on those three days in 1968, all hell broke loose. In October it will be 6 years since he lost his battle with kidney cancer. I miss him every day. I can never imagine what he, and all you other heroes went through, I can only offer my heartfelt thanks for your sacrifice. To all of you Vietnam Veterans, THANK YOU & WELCOME HOME!!
Christine Vasquez -- CA USA -- 03/29/2013
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4506. From Nancy Heil, President American Legion Auxiliary Unit 195: I have been in touch with you in the past and provided you with the burial site and a picture of John Larry Jeffers. His friends around home called him Larry. We named our American Legion Post 195 in the Lugoff/Elgin area after him when we formed it in 2001 and you posted that information on your site at that time. I just wanted to let you know that we have recently been able to purchase a post home and we have a Facebook page at American Legion Post #195 if you would like to visit and see what we have accomplished. We were recently presented with a commemorative quilt made in his honor by two of our local ladies. It is now hanging on the wall in our building. I am in the process of posting a picture of the quilt and the commemorative statement on the back to our Facebook page. If you have any Cacti memorabilia, anything relating to Larry or any stories that we could include on our wall, please mail to: American Legion Post #195 534 Wildwood Lane Lugoff, SC 29078. (803) 438-8614. Thank You so much.
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport Fl USA -- 03/28/2013
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4505. This past week CBS aired a segment of The Amazing Race from Hanoi, Vietnam. The segment aired from the B52 War Memorial Park in Hanoi, and the B52 wreckage was prominently displayed in the background of almost every scene broadcast. CBS has thus far refused to offer an apology for this broadcast. I recommend everyone reading this go to CBS.Com and send a comment to the network asking for that apology. I also recommend you boycott the network and their advertisers until an apology is tendered. Don't let this insult stand.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 03/23/2013
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4504. Troopers, I wanted to send out a notice to our 4th ID Cambodia 1970 veterans (1-12th, 1-14th, 3-8th, 1-22nd, 2-35th, 92nd AHC, 4-42th FA, 6-29th FA, and Dust-off 498th Med.) of the 2014 Rendezvous I am working to organize. I am asking you to forward this message to everyone on your mailing list, who participated in that operation to join us, because I won't have a good many addresses that you might have. Let them know too that they (you) can find the After Action Report for the Cambodia Vets Reunion I put together back in 2010 in Reno on our homepage (www.currahee.org), in case they want to learn more about us and what this upcoming rendezvous in 2014 would be like. If you haven't seen it, check it out (lots of pictures and details). We hope this next one will be much larger and regrettably, it will be my last attempt to bring as many of us back together one last time. It was such an honor for me to make contact with all of you and getting to know so many of you, during those several years researching and writing "Twelve Days In May" or type in: www2.xlibris.com/books/webimages/wd/78430/ in your search engine. I have created a poll on my unit website (www.currahee.org) to help find out how many of you will attend. Check it out, there are already some 4th ID members signed on the "Attendees List". It is time for me to start contacting the various facilities in the three locations--Reno, Las Vegas and Tunica, MS--for the best deal we can get to accommodate our group, I.e. room rates, eating facilities (banquet nights), etc. If you don't get your group's request in at least a year in advance, you miss out with other units contracting with those facilities and getting the best deals. I need must higher numbers by mid-summer than what the poll is showing now to make this special rendezvous happen. The poll is now showing Tunica, Mississippi is the preferred location for the event. If you plan to attend, go and vote for your choice. I have uploaded some additional information (agendas) about the reunion. I will continue to add more information in coming weeks and months, now that I have finished the latest book manuscript, which will head to the publisher in another week, I can concentrate more on the event. The past year has been totally devoted to that puppy! I look forward to making the 2014 Rendezvous happen, but can only do it if you help make it happen. What say you? Get your name on the "Attendees List", if it isn't there already, so your buddies can see that some of their unit members will be there. It is a scary move for first timers to walk among strangers....but bottom line is that we aren't strangers, but veterans with much in common and who many of us walked the same ground for the same purpose. Jerry in Montana Jerry Berry3-506th, 1st Bde., 101st AirborneVietnamAIRBORNE!(406) 293-7678
Jerry Berry -- Libby MT USA -- 03/21/2013
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4503. I served with 3rd Plt, 1st Bn 501st Infantry, 101st Airborne Division 1968 @ LZ Sally, I Corps (Yhau Thien Province). Welcome Home to All My Vietnam Brothers and thank you for your service.
Eddie 'Slick' Ireland -- Austin TX USA -- 03/21/2013
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4502. This is to the soldier (last name is Jarvis) who wrote the heartwarming account about the last weeks of my cousin's life, Donnie Sullivan who was killed in Vietnam. Donnie's parents are now deceased and buried with him. I will send this link to his sister. We would love to speak to you. Thank you for being a friend to him and for your service to this country. Jarvis, if you read this, email me.
Gina Sullivan Harr -- Goldsboro NC USA -- 03/19/2013
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4501. Bill Keller, C 2-35 will host this year's Charlie Company's luncheon at Virgina Beach. The luncheon will be at Chester's Upper Deck Restaurant on Friday the 27th September at 3:00 PM. Chester's Restaurant is located, at 206 16th St., several blocks from the Cavalier Hotel Resort. A closer look at Chester's can be seen at http://www.chestersupperdeck.com A trolley service is available, scheduled pick-up every ten minutes, near to the hotel and restaurant. The area's annual Neptune Festival will offer lots to see and do for those wishing to take the short walks.
-- USA -- 03/19/2013
4500. My uncle SFC Folton Cosby served in H Co., 2nd Battalion,35th Infantry Regiment,25th Infantry Division in Korea. He died in August 1950 in the Pusan area. He drowned in the Naktong river will trying to recover a fellow soldiers body floating down the river. Anyone who served with him or knew him, please contact me. Time is running out on finding someone who knew him. Larry D. Cosby 706-569-9554
Larry D Cosby -- Columbus GA USA -- 03/18/2013
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4499. Charlie Co 2nd 35th Lunch Bill Keller and Joel Luethjohann found a great place too have it. They really broke their butts on this. The name of place is Chester Upper Deck. They Are going too give us the whole menu too pick from. So it can be Lunch/ Dinner. What i hope is that all Charlie Co. troops show up. Because our guys worked very hard too find a great place for us. Hope too see all my Cacti Brothers in Virginia Beach in Sept. Subject Infantry Museum and Soldier Center Want too tell all of our Cacti Brothers take a trip too see it. Let me just say i can not put it into words how grand it is. My friend Mike Geary set up the whole thing.Mike served with P Co. 75th Rangers 5th. ID. Vietnam. Also from Charlie Co was myself Shockey Maley, Larry Luscri, Bill Keller Jimmy Holmes and other friends. We got too see a graduation of new INF. Soldiers.That was great and we also got too see a class of Airborne trainees. Then we went too the INF. Museum where we were meet by Diane. She first took us upstairs too theI think it was called the Continental Rm. where we had a great lunch. The Restaurant itself is great and also the Bar. after that Diane came back and took us downstairs too meet Mr. Owens think that was his name. He then took us on a tour of the Museum. Their is one thing that i think all the Cacti would love and that is the Combat Simulators that is whwt our active duty troops work with. Well i think it cost about $10.00 dollars. But let me tell u its worth it and if u have your grandchildren with you and u took them u will be the greatest ha ha. Their is so much too see and its worth it. they ask for a donation of $5.00 dollars when u enter the main Lobby. Also when your their u have to see Heritage Walk that is where all the pavers are too honor the troops.
Tom O'Connor -- New York NY USA -- 03/16/2013
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4498. On March 7, 1966 my "Big Brother" Sgt Benjamin George Spears was KIA in Vietnam. Brother you have not been forgotten...even though it 47 years ago, it still hurt. Love you. If anyone out there that would like to share their stories with me about my brother, I would appreciate it. I am so greatful to the men I have been able to talk with considering Benjamin. You don't realized how much help you have been to me. A special "THANK YOU" to Mr. John Fielding and his wife they have been their for me since I was able to contact with Mr. Fielding. You both hold a special place in my heart.
Tera Williams -- Auburndale FL USA -- 03/13/2013
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4497. In memory of Terry Weant, KIA forty four years ago,in Kontum Province. We started out together thru basic then infantry training , then Vietnam I miss you my Friend rest in peace.
A Brother in Arms -- USA -- 03/13/2013
4496. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming Michael Keranen into membership. Mike and wife, Diane are from Hubbell MI, and he formerly was part of C 2/35, in 1968-9. Their address is mikekeranen@sbcglobal.net, and he is particularily seeking contact with Joseph Bradley. Welcome Mike to the greatest reunion association anywhere, and thanks for your service.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 03/13/2013
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4495. 46 years ago today Mar.12,1967 I was a RTO with C.Co 2nd 35th when we were call to make a combat assault to aid A Co. who was in a fierce fire fight We had moved through the jungle for hours when night fell. In the midst of changing point we were ambush only a few meters away from what was left of some brave men holding the top of a hill. After some heavy fighting we waited till morning to get to the men. What a sight. What joy as we hugged and thank God. I saw a young man that I had been in basic with. {Lyons is all I remember]The Lt. was given the Medal of Honor. What Bravery they had. Less than 10 days later March 21st. we hit the same bunch. We lost 22 fine men and A Co. and B Co. returned the favor. Thank you and God Bless you. You are all ways in my heart. Jim Phillips dbbc1995@hotmail.com
Jim Phillips -- Cookeville TN USA -- 03/13/2013
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4494. In remembrance of all those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our freedoms on March 12, 1967, especially Sp.4 James P. Perrone, Jr. We will not forget the many acts of heroism from so many on that day.
Glenn Perrone -- New York NY USA -- 03/12/2013
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4493. I'm 81 now and served in Korea 1953,54. Anybody still out there?
Thomas C. Smith -- North Port FL USA -- 03/12/2013
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4492. My father Billy Joe Dixon of McMinnville, Tennesee. He was in during Korea. Don't know much else. God bless his and all others who served with the 35th. thank you for your service. Any info on him would be great..
Barry Dixon -- English IN USA -- 03/11/2013
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4491. In remembrance of Sp4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/12/67 and all those who served so proudly.
a friend -- USA -- 03/11/2013
4490. Please join the Board of Directors welcoming the Associations latest Life Member. Bill Rieman, formerly with C 1/35 (1967-8) hails from Eagle Point, Or, and can be reached at bkrieman@jeffnet.org. Thanks for your life membership, Bill, and welcome home!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 03/11/2013
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4489. Dave Chapman. You may contact me about your dad's last minutes with us on 29may67, Tan Phong battle perimeter, when he was evac'ed after head wound. He was B/2/35 XO at that time and came out after Cpt.Walker was mortally wounded. I was 1st platoon leader ON THE GROUND at 0230 not flying around in a C&C 200 ft above. I think you would want to know how brave he was in the fight. Allen Twyford 1B/2/35 1967cacti_al@q.com
Allen Twyford -- Chandler AZ USA -- 03/09/2013
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4488. Richard Gabel, I have tried to send you an e-mail but I got a message that the e-mail address was not correct. Please check it for me. I know that I and others from Delta 1/35b would love to talk at you either by phone or e-mail. Please give another sit-rep so we can talk at you. Welcome Home Brother. "Doc" Olea
Joe "Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 03/09/2013
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4487. Hello, My name is Sumbal Ali and I am a student at Westlake High School in Austin, Texas. My English class is reading The Things They Carried, and is now beginning a project memorializing soldiers whose names are on the Vietnam Memorial Wall. We are commemorating lost soldiers and I received PFC Hamp Edwin Zornes name. Through my research I found your name on http://thewall-usa.com/guest.asp?recid=58183. I was wondering if you would be willing to share any memories, experiences or photos you have with Hamp Edwin Zornes that I can include in my memorial to make my tribute more personal. If you would like to see similar projects to the one I'm working on and where my memorial will eventually be posted, please visit http://www4.eanesisd.net/~vietnam/. Also, please feel free to contact my teacher, Valerie Taylor, at vtaylor@eanesisd.net. Thank you very much for your time, Sumbal Ali
Sumbal Ali -- Austin TX USA -- 03/06/2013
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4486. Please join the Board of Directors welcoming Frederick Spangler to our ranks. Fred's previous efforts were with B 2/35 form 1968-9. He and spouse Polly hail from Leesburg FL and welcome contact from former battlemates. They can be reached at truebasser@yahoo.com. Welcome home Fred, and thank you for your service.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 03/01/2013
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4485. Forty four years ago on March 2nd, 1969, Robert Diehl was killed during a firefight. He was a fine young man and is thought of often. RIP, my fellow comrade.
Ron Hogan -- Seaford DE USA -- 02/28/2013
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4484. Any Cacti in the Bakersfield, CA area. On Friday March 1 a Cacti hero from the Korean War is being laid to rest. His name is Roosevelt Clark. His Company was overwhelmed as the Chineese entered the war 62 years ago in November of 1950. Roosevelt and many other Cacti went missing that day and it was only recently that his body was identified and arrangements made to return him home. A memorial service will be conducted for him on Friday Mar 1 at the People's Missionary Baptist Church at 1451 Madison St in southwest Bakersfield beginning at 11 AM. Following the service his remains will be taken to Hillcrest Cemetery for burial where a graveside service will take place. He will be buried beside his Aunt who raised him and anquished over his loss all the years of her life while he was missing. It would be very nice for the Cacti to be able to greet his next of kin and express our appreciation for the loss that their family has suffered and to honor our hero. If anyone in the Bakersfield area can attend the memorial service at the church or at the cemetery please contact me. It is the least that we can do for our hero and for his family. All you have to do is to talk to a family member following the service to tell them that Roosevelt is still remembered and that their sacrifice is appreciated by all of us in the 35th Inf Reg Association. This is very easy and will be greatly appreciated by the family, I'm sure. I guarantee you that you will come away from this experience feeling great that you were there to honor this hero. -- Thanks Cacti Forever - Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 02/27/2013
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4483. Served with Delta Company, 2/35, from 7-1968 thru 3-7-1969. Would like to hear from those men that I served with during that time. I have seen several names that are familiar and would really to be in contact.
Ron Hogan -- Seaford DE USA -- 02/26/2013
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4482. Notice to all Cacti who are reciptiants of the Purple Heart. Branson Mo. is having a bash for all reciptiants of the Purple Heart in April 24th thru the 29th. Lots of activities are planned. The web site address is www.hand in hand branson mo.org check it out.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 02/26/2013
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4481. Wishing to remember five good men who lost their lives serving their country. Nelson Blum, Eugene Stringer, Carmelo Cordone, Ivan Steenbergh and Daniel Carter (Co. I 35th) died in March 9 and 11 in the Punch Bowl. May they rest in peace.
Frank Dahl -- Billings MT USA -- 02/25/2013
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4480. Trying to locate James Hancock 1st LT. A company 1/35th 1966 any info give me a shout.
Wiley Dodd (Sgt. at Arms) -- Riverview MI USA -- 02/24/2013
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4479. D 1/35 1968-1969. Does anyone remember me?
Richard M. Gabel -- Perrysburg NY USA -- 02/24/2013
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4478. 44 Years ago my Dad died with the C/2/35. We celebrate his life, and send prayers to those who remember him. Best wishes and Peace to all.
Jim Gleason -- Dillon MT USA -- 02/23/2013
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4477. To Michael J. Morris: I read your email post. You stated you started your tour with A-2/35 in May 67. Were you involved in the May 19-20 "Battle of Vihn Hien". There is an after Action Report on this webiste about it. I am curious because my oldest brother, Joseph Ledesma, Jr., was in C-2/35, and KIA on 20th. On May 20, C-2/35 was choppered in to do a combat assault to back you guys up. I am writing a book on my brothers life, and I am communicating with Cacti who were there on that day. Thanks, David Ledesma.
David Ledesma -- San Jose CA USA -- 02/23/2013
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4476. Hey Mike Miller: I read your recent post. My oldest brother, Joseph Ledesma, Jr. was a member of C-2/35 in 1967 also. He was KIA on May 20, 1967. I have contacted a few Cacti that served with him through this website. Any chance you knew him?
David Ledesma -- San Jose CA USA -- 02/23/2013
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4475. I'm trying to contact Victor Bean or his wife. Also the son of William Hernandez, from Aguas Buenas,P.R. Got photos of Victor and Hernandez. A/2/35. E-mail or 787-438-4630.
Roberto Albandoz -- Canovanas P.R. -- 02/20/2013
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4474. Looking for info on James Thrumond Crockett 1945-1948 Luzon,MP Japan
Wes Crockett -- Myakka City FL USA -- 02/18/2013
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4473. I am trying to find anyone who may have known Specialist Russel Howard Hewit Jr. I am a student, and I am working on a project memorializing soldiers whose names are on the Vietnam Memorial Wall. If you would be willing to share any memories, experiences or photos you have with Specialist Hewit that I can include in my memorial to make my tribute more personal that would be greatly appreciated. Thank you very much!
Meera Khosla -- USA -- 02/16/2013
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4472. Bill Greenwell was KIA on this date 45 years ago, a blink of time gone by in a flash. Forty-five years and yet within a moment of unrequested clarity the span of time vanishes into the brightess of last week or yesterday or just a few hours ago. We sometimes live in our memories and my memories are not a stranger and yet not to be afraid of either. Perhaps time has helped to bleed out much of the energy within these tangible thoughts and my life then and my life now have somehow merged into a definable realm. Not a bad place to be. Bill and so many others reside with in us. We try to live a part of our lives in honor of our fallen comrades. Bill Greenwell, rest in peaceful slumber.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 02/16/2013
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4471. LOOKING FOR INFO. ON DELAPINTA(SPELLING?) FROM NEW YORK. WOUNDED SAME DAY LT. ANKNEY WAS KIA 9/24/68 GOD BLESS THE CACTI.
WAYNE SYKES -- LOUISVILLE KY USA -- 02/14/2013
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4470. I have been trying to contact someone frome Catti about not receiving the last three issues of the Catti newsletter. Please tell me what the problem is. Thanks for your time . Richard Stevens
Richard Stevens -- IA USA -- 02/14/2013
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4469. I thought the article "Three Days In May," written by Ben Crosby for the Fall 2012 issue of the " Cacti Times," was excellent and well written. There have been other articles written by him which I have found to be excellent and well written also. He has a true talent for writing. I was a member of Charlie Company 2/35th, which left Liz on May 22nd, and came back on May 30th. We operated from the South China Sea Beach and the Red Hill, when the three days was going on. If I'm correct, there was an awesome B-52 bombing in the Tan Phong area around May 31st, or shortly after that because it was very observable from Liz. I always felt very fortunate to have leaders such as Clinton Granger amd Ben Crosby and commend them for all they did for our battalion. When Richard Truesdell and I returned to Vietnam with our sons in January 2008, our guide throughout the trip was Truong Van Phong, the 2/35th ARVN interpreter who spent much time with Clinton and Ben. He praised them many times, during our trip, for their great intelligence, hard work and leadership. Rich and I couldn't have agreed more. Thanks, Clinton and Ben. The 25th Infantry Division Association, some time ago, had thought about writing a book on the 3rd Brigade of the 25th and 4th. Does anyone know how this project is going? God Bless You All and The United States of America!!! Mike Miller--2/35th Mortars--3/1967 to 3/1968
Mike Miller -- The Plains OH USA -- 02/11/2013
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4468. Congratulations to Philip Spence, (B 2/35, 1967-8) as our newest Life Member. Please join the Board of Directors in thanking him. He hails from the St Petersburg, FL area. Thanks for your service, Philip, and a heartfelt hand salute from all Cacti!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 02/11/2013
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4467. Hope that Jim Furlong or Richard Furlong will contact me about Spc Fitzgerald. I tried the e-mail link and it didn't work. My e-mail is duty2s@hotmail.com. Also if "chicken man" is there, I would love to talk to you also. Walt ShieldsB 2/9th FA
Walt Shields -- Peoria IL USA -- 02/09/2013
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4466. For those who gave up looking we have a new story in our War Stories section from Joe Soga. I hope it will inspire you to sit down on one of these cold winter days and write down a recollection of your time in the Cacti. While you still have the capacity to do so LOL.
Wiley Dodd \Tiny\ -- Riverview MI USA -- 02/06/2013
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4465. Ted (as we called him) Winowitch attended Fork Union Military Academy in Virginia for only a year where as a upperclassman and his first sgt. I met him and became his friend. Even at his young age (15-16) Ted earned the respect not only of his classmates but of the upperclassmen as well. Of all the many souls I have known in my 73 years, Winowitch stands out in my memories of past friends as someone special. In closing, thank you Ted for your service and I for one shall always remember your sacrifice....God bless and keep you!
John Glover -- Citra FL USA -- 02/06/2013
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4464. To my Korean Bros especially: Tomorrow (5 Feb) I will join another band of Brothers and Sisters, welcoming home Cpl Robert Archer. Arriving at Indpls Airport aboard Delta 1127, he will be removed and escorted by the Ft Knox Color Guard to the French Funeral Home in Brazil, IN. Captured by the North Koreans/Chinese in 1951, Archer died while in captivity at age 20. Services will be the following Sat, 9 Feb. Some of us will NEVER forget!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 02/04/2013
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4463. My father served as an automatic rifleman in the the Luzon Campaign, Company L, 35th Infantry. I felt a need to reach out to all of you and in some small way, partake in your comraederie. Let us never forget the hard fought battles of the Pacific, and may our country never forget, either.
Connie Ligman -- Brookfield WI USA -- 02/04/2013
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4462. I am past president of the Leo High School Chicago Alumni Assoc. One of our brothers David E. Fitzgerald of Bravo Co. 2nd. Battaliion 35th. infantry regiment Viet Nam War died in action on August 2nd, 1969. We at Leo want to honor his memory at our annual Alumni banquet coming up soon. This would have been David's 50th. anniversary from Leo and his class is coming from around the country over 100 strong. We cannot locate any family members and my brother JIm Furlong himself a Distinguished Service Cross recipient cannot locate a copy of the citatiion for Davids Silver Star. Jim has communicated with the Army but is getting no real help from them. Supposedly there was a fire at one of there records centers in the 1970's. Does anyone have a suggestion how we can recieve a copy of the Silver Star citation Sincerely Rich Furlong
Richard Furlong -- Crest Hill IL USA -- 02/02/2013
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4461. I am looking for information on Sp4 David Fitzgerald, KIA on 02 Aug 1969. He was attached to B/2/35 operationally when he died and his parent unit was B Battery 2/9 Arty. He earned a Silver Star on the day he died. His 50th anniversary Class of 1963 from Leo High School in Chicago is looking to honor him. Any information appreciated. Welcome home my brothers. Jim Furlong.
Jim Furlong -- Chicago IL USA -- 02/02/2013
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4460. Looking for John Edwin Linn (nurse)
Rita Pelly -- East St. Louis IL USA -- 01/31/2013
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4459. I'm Walt Shields and I was with B 2/9 F.A. and attached to A 2/35 Inf in a FO party. I traveled with A. Co from July 69 till Feb 70 when the 3rd Bde went home. My first "hump" was in the Ia Drange Valley. You guys treated me the best. I say thank you to all of you "grunts".
Walt Shields -- Peoria IL USA -- 01/26/2013
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4458. Stationed at Schofield Barracks Hawaii 1972 to 1975 looking for anyone that was in Company B
Albert Yanez -- San Mateo CA USA -- 01/18/2013
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4457. Greetings all - just to say that next week I'm headed to Vietnam and will make every effort to get over to Pleiku/Kontum. Want to see how close I can get to the area where we had some action general vicinity west of Plei Dejereng (10/11 March '67 and 22 March '67). Your thoughts/comments/suggestions/requests most appreciated. Dave Dunn has already been very helpful. Bill Stoner, C/2/35 bstoner3@yahoo.com
Bill Stoner -- Ashburn VA USA -- 01/17/2013
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4456. SEARCHING for anyone that knew or served with my great uncle John Larry Jeffers during Vietnam with the RECON PLT, HHC, 2nd BN, 35th INFANTRY. Larry was KIA by small arms fire in July 25th 1967. Larry is the reason why I am serving my country. Even though I never met him, the stories that were told to me by my family made me realize that It was my calling to serve in our military. So fair am the only girl from my family that has joined. I am also the only one of the great grandchildren that have joined. Larry was taken from us at only 19 years old. I feel very proud to be carrying on his legacy and I think about him often. If anyone has any information please do not hesitate to email me. I would love to learn more about my great uncle. Thank you to all of you for serving the United States of America. Freedom would not be here without you and your sacrifices. Very Respectfully, SSgt Grace Smith, United States Air Force
SSgt Grace Smith, USAF -- APO AE USA -- 01/16/2013
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4455. HOAGIE. I JUST SAW YOUR NAME IN GUEST BOOK. CAN`T EMAIL YOU FOR SOME REASON. COMPUTOR WON`T LET ME. IF YOU EVER SEE THIS POST WILL YOU PLEASE SET THESE PEOPLE STRAIGHT ON HOW LT. IKE DIED THAT DAT , NOV. 13TH. I WAS R.T.O. 4DUECE MORTERS THAT DAY ATTACHED TO BRAVO COMPANY. THEY SAY HE WAS SHOT DOWN IN CHOPPER . NOT ACCURATE. SET EM STRAIGHT. IF ITS THE LAST THING I DO , I`M GONNA GET THIS ERROR CORRECTED. MAYBE IT`S JUST TO MUCH TROUBLE TO CHANGE ALL THE PAPER WORK , OR IT SOUNDS BETTER I DON`T KNOW BUT YOU AND I AND ALL THE OTHERS THAT WERE THERE KNOW HE WAS ON THE GROUND WITH US.
SANDY B 1/35 NOV 13 -- Dayton OH USA -- 01/13/2013
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4454. I cannot find the proper link to send this info so will relay it here. if there are any members of Bravo CO. 1/35th Nov. 13 1967 that are reading this they can confirm what I am saying to be accurate. I cannot confirm any of Dick Arnolds recollection of that day accept one important(at least to me)fact. This had to be second hand info on LT.Eisenhower and the other three K.I.A.s and how they died. i would think families would want to know, but maybe not. they were all on the ground securing that down chopper. I know this to be fact because i was there. I saw all four get zapped there. they were NOT shot down in a chopper. LT.IKE and the SSG. were in a hoocth to the left of my position facing the vill. an r.p.g. direct hit took out that hootch.that was the first contact we`d had all day after laying in the rain most of the day behind rice paddy dikes. they didn`t feel a thing. I think there were more men in there and maybe one more k.i.a. (the black headed boy). not sure but the blonde headed boy was in the paddys with the rest of us about three or four down on my left. The next thing that happened, within a couple of minutes was another r.p.g. came in and a direct hit on the downed chopper 25 or 50 meters directly behind us. That's when I was hit and so was the blond headed boy. He died instantly. others were wounded that day I think. The point to this story is that the four did not die getting shot down in they`re chopper. Tex was there. He knows too and so would anyone else that was there. after that we started taking on small arms fire from the vill. There's more but out of space. (SANDY)RTO 4DUECE
RUSS SAUNDERS (SANDY) -- Dayton OH USA -- 01/13/2013
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4453. Cacti Korean War MIA Recovered The Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office announced January 9 the identification of remains belonging to a Cacti soldier who had been unaccounted-for since the Korean War. He was identified as Army Pfc. Ernest V. Fuqua Jr., 21, of Detroit. In late November 1950, units of the 35th Infantry Regiment and allied forces were deployed in a defensive line advancing across the Ch'ongch'on River in North Korea when Chinese forces attacked. Fuqua was listed as killed in action on Nov. 28, 1950. His body was not recoverable at the time.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice Pres. -- Rocky River OH USA -- 01/12/2013
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4452. My husband S/Sgt. Wilburne W. Hubbard 1940/1945 was in E Company 35th Inf. 25th Div. I believe it was the 2nd Battalion. I would like links to research.
Vesta Lou Hall Hubbard -- Orleans IN USA -- 01/08/2013
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4451. Please join the Board of Directors welcoming Barry Keefer as a first time member. Barry and wife Joyce call Middletown PA home. He invites past battlemates of HHC 1/35 to contact him at (717) 944-5235. (He served from 1967-8.) Welcome home, Barry and welcome to the best reunion assoc anywhere!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 01/07/2013
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4450. FOR MY FRIEND, CHARLES MICHEAL YATES (VIETNAM) GONE ,BUT NOT FORGOTTEN. ANYONE WHO SERVED WITH MIKE PLEASE CONTACT ME THANKS JIMLAGONI@YAHOO.COM
JIM LAGONI -- SAN DIEGO CA USA -- 01/06/2013
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4449. From May 1967 to April 1968, I served under Capts. Barcena, Hicks and Henderson in Co. A, 2/35. My first action was in Duc Pho, my last at Polei Kleng. I arrived in-country a PFC, spent my entire year outside the wire, was wounded in action, and left at the end of my tour as a S/Sgt. This is my first visit to this website, and it's an eye-opener! I shall return!
Michael J. Morris -- Ossining NY USA -- 01/04/2013
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4448. Join the Board of Directors welcoming Steven Dickerson into the ranks of the latest convert to Life Membership! Steven, who joined in '09 and wife, Linda reside in Jamestown IN, and welcomes contact by former battlemates of C Co 1/35. His tour was from 1967-8, and he can be reached at steven0155@embarqmail.com. Thanks for your service, Steven and WELCOME HOME!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 01/03/2013
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4447. I think at least one of our members lives in Vietnam, but unfortunately I lost track of him. If anyone has info on him or any of our former comrades living in the country would you kindly contact me at bstoner3@yahoo.com Thanks and have a great 2013
Bill Stoner -- VA USA -- 01/01/2013
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4446. Wishing all who served and are serving now . Happy New Year
Richard Stevens -- Council Bluffs IA USA -- 01/01/2013
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4445. My name is Bob Marley I served in nam from 5/67 2/68 in B and later D Co. 1/35. I spent 40 some years trying to forget that time but it never goes away. now I'm 66 and find I will never forget those who died I can't rember all ther names but will never forget ther faces, god bless them. If anyone remebers me I would like to hear from you. Bill Burrell, Doc Yates, Frenchy, Phil Landus I met you in Reno, Larry Gogines, Sgt Black there is alot more, I have alot of pictures, that I will share with you. you can reach me at 620 863-6201 or E-mail bobandjomarley@q.com God bless all thanks Bob Marley
Bob Marley -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 12/31/2012
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4444. The mailed version of the Cacti Times has been delayed a bit due to a computer glitch. The day after I finished this issue, my computer died. However, I had a master and the electronic version went out the next day. I took the print master to the printer the following day. Once I got the proof back, I noticed a couple items didn't translate from my master to the printer's software quite right so I had to recreate a couple pages to make the corrections, which ran us into the holiday schedule. The printer has now made the final changes and it should be on the press for printing. Hopefully it will be mailed out by the end of the week. My new desktop computer is in the mail and hopefully I will be able to "saddle-up" once again after reinstalling all my software. I apologize for the delay in the mailed version. I'm sure many of you are anxious to get the current issue but I think it will be worth the wait as it is one of our best with 44 pages that include the reunion recap and photos, a report from our active Cacti at Schofield Barracks and many great stories that our members have sent in, which make the Cacti Times both enjoyable and informative. Keep those stories coming; they are our history and legacy!
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 12/30/2012
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4443. Join the Board of Directors in welcoming the newest Cacti Life Member, Gregory Malnar. Formerly of C Co, 1/35 from 1967-8, he and wife Kathleen reside in Livonia MI, and welcome contact from former battlemates at gmalnar@sbcglobal.net. He has been an annual member since 2010. Welcome home Gregory, and thanks for your service!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 12/27/2012
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4442. My name is Greg Chapman. My father was Lt. Russ Chapman - leader of 3rd platoon, Co B, during the battles of 11-12 March and 21-22 March 1967. Over the years I've been in contact with many Cacti members through your website in an attempt to learn more about my father's experiences in Vietnam. He passed away in March of 1992, and like many Vets he was reluctant to talk much about Vietnam. I have been piecing together his movements during his tour through after action reports, battalion radio journals, decoration citations, and personal contacts for many years. Recently I read "One More Sunrise" by Curtis Gay. A particular passage in the book struck me, as I recollect my father talking about the jungle - when Gay stated that they never really knew where they were or where they were going from a geographic coordinate perspective.I had always wondered about the battles of March - exactly where they were fought. Recently, I spent some time converting the military UTM coordinates mentioned in the AA reports into Google Earth coordinates and plotting the battle of Plei Djereng on Google Earth. The output of this effort is fascinating. I can now see exactly the movements by Company. Using some of the Google Earth tools, such as "Street View", I can walk the same path as my father from the CO B LZ into the terrible ambush position where he lost several members of his platoon. I have created a file that can be emailed to you. I am proud and happy to make this information available to the brave guys that may not know exactly where in the jungle they fought and lost friends. I am confident that this is as accurate as can be given the coordinates mentioned in the after action reports - just to be sure, I cross checked several firebases, such as LZ Liz, and the coordinates were right on - placing me at the base of the two hills that comprised LZ Liz on Google Earth. When you open this file - and assuming you have Google Earth installed (free) - the battle area will show up both on the map and also a series of entries will be available in the Left Hand Nav column. When you click on the places, I've inserted the specific passages from the After Action reports to provide a type of timeline of activity associated with each pin drop location. The broad, semi square area is the "Sweep" area Co A was assigned, and is anchored by the 4 coordinates mentioned in the After Action report. You men of B/2/35 have my undying respect and admiration, as do all of our vets. Please email me with your email address and I will be happy to send this to you - all you need to do is download Google Earth, which is a free download - the file will then open. In the event that one of you guys might have pictures, stories, anecdotes, etc. about my father. I would welcome them.
Greg Chapman -- San Diego CA USA -- 12/25/2012
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4441. Merry Christmas my brothers. I hope this message reaches all in good health and spirit. I will see all at the next reunion in Virginia Beach. MERRY CHRISTMAS. "DOC"
Forrest Olea "DOC" -- Kelso WA USA -- 12/25/2012
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4440. I want to wish all my fellow Cacti and their families a MERRY CHRISTMAS and Happy New Year. May next year be a good one for all. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone at Virginia Beach in September.
Joe Henderson -- Levittown PA USA -- 12/24/2012
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4439. On this date !2/22/67 I was replace by Charles McClurg as RTO (FO)for c/2/35 and I went back to artillary c/2/9 at LZ Sue. Rest in Peace Charles (kia 12/24/67).
Samuel H Nieto -- Sinton TX USA -- 12/21/2012
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4438. I am looking for the soldier who on 4 June 1966 shot my Brother Lt. Everette E Light. If anyone still knows the young replacement who shot my brother PLEASE! PLEASE! PLEASE ! Tell him The Lt's family holds NO animosity of any kind towards him. We are a family of Soldiers and some of us have even felt the same fear and anxiety that resulted in my brother's death. IT COULD HAVE HAPPENED TO ANY OF US!!!! and if you had been right you would have a Bronze Star, instead of a scar. I met you once when I was nine, you came to my father's house to talk to my parents. When you left my mother cried, not for her son but for the guilt she knew you would carry. She wanted to hug you and make it go away. From this old Soldier to another, Welcome home , and A JOB DAMN WELL DONE!
Dan Jerger -- Pioneer CA USA -- 12/20/2012
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4437. To whom it may concern;Hello, I'm writting to in regards to my grandfather Joe R. Holstine. Gramps served with the 35th as a Sgt. in a recon plattoon during WWII. He seldom talked about it, however on certain times he would bring out his shoe box of "memories" from his time he served. Now that he has passed, an time has gone on I with a few other grandchildren have wonderd what to do with the "memories" he has left us.....So before they are put away or lost forever, we thought it only be right to give You (the 35th assc.) the option to have the photos put up on your website. Be for-warned most of the picts are war at it's worst. Please fill free go write back with an answer, or if any questions. Thank You for your time and Sevice.
J.R. Holstine -- Ukiah CA USA -- 12/18/2012
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4436. George D'Avignon passed on December 13th after an injury resulting from a fall. George was 1/35 Delta 6 from late August 1967 to April 15, 1968 when he was WIA and evacuated from Mile High with grevious wounds. George and I reconnected at the first Cacti reunion in 1999 and remained in touch throught the years. He was a very private and brave man who did his best and later silently battled his inner demons as so many of us have ours. Although I did not know him well I will miss him as he represented a part of history which resonates within every part of my being. God Bless you George and rest in peace.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 12/17/2012
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4434. Last thursday we lost another hero. Our Capt.,George D'Avignon ret. major passed. He had been living for many years at the Naval marina in Key West,Fl. on a sailboat. He and I visited many times and we had a mini reunion at my place about 11 years ago in Melbourne ,Fl. Our platoon sgt. Bobby Settan along with his lady,Penny and Barrie "bloop" Wendell.his wife Patty, and Pete Pederson and my wife Debi.It was a hoot and I want to keep that memory in my heart and mind forever about the Capt.He served in Nam as an enlisted man in Special Forces prior to going back to the world and OCS and then making rank then we were very fortuate to get him as our C.O he tried to keep us safe but when the metal hit the meat he was right in the middle of it.He and Col.Taylar had a special bond as well,George thought very highly of Col. Bill and Dot.On April 15th 1968 at a place called Mileshigh we had a bad day and George was hit as he charged a 30 cal machine gunner 4 times as I recall and then as he was being taken back 1-2 more times by the bad guys tied up in the trees.We got them for him.How he survived that I will never know.Imagine my surprise after about 20 years passed he knocked on my door in Melbourne!!Is that you Captain? I have pix of that time and I am keeping on my desk to remember him.His ex contacted me and said Georges daughter was going to have a memorial for him in Key West in January.I will attend if possible.He had 1 speed,high speed GO!!I pray he is with God now in a much better place.
Miles surf Sawvel -- Melbourne FL USA -- 12/17/2012
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4432. I forgot to put this in my last post....I was in D 2/35 2nd platoon 69-70
Houston Hamilton -- Gray GA USA -- 12/14/2012
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4431. I was here just looing around..love to here from anyone that remember me when i was in vietnam 69-70..I was pltoon sgt. of the second pltoon...love to here from any of the guys that sever with me...
Houston Hamilton -- Gray GA USA -- 12/12/2012
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4430. Here in Vernon Parish Louisiana we will participate inthe ceremony wreaths across America, we have brand new veterans cemetery state run, for all Louisiains and east texans who desire to bury in a veterans cemetery they alsohave a place for cremated remains. inclosure I want to wish all the CACTI a merry Christmas and a prosperous new year.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 12/12/2012
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4429. This morning I mass emailed 307 issues of the Fall, '12 Cacti Times. Congratulations to the Cacti Times publishing team of John Lorts, Editor and Bill Henson, Asst Editor, for another very fine effort. If you have not received your edition by the time you read this post, contact me by email only, please! (I DO NOT need additional phone calls.) Those of you on the snail mail list have some time to wait for your black and white copy.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 12/12/2012
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4428. On Sat. 12/15/12 I will be with JR ROTC at the Nashville National Cem to place wreaths. It is the lest I can do for these Men and Women who GAVE ALL FOR OUR FREEDOM. Take arms.
James L Brown -- Portland TN USA -- 12/10/2012
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4427. Take the time this Saturday, 15 Dec to participate in "Wreaths Across America." Honor the Veterans who have touched your heart by donating time or money in this national salute, which seeks to place a Christmas Wreath on all Veterans' graves. For more information visit their website at www.wreathsacrossamerica.com, or find them on Facebook. Just remember many of the Veterans buried here and in foreign lands have no living relatives left, and perhaps one of these days, yours will be the one honored.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 12/10/2012
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4426. A/1/35, Though the anniversary date of their KIA on 11/27/1967 has passed their memory will never be forgotten. Joe Henry Furch and Jose Ramos Jr.
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 12/08/2012
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4425. I just happened to be off today and learned when I got my local paper that the small town next to mine was holding a first time ever Pearl Harbor commemoration ceremony. So at 9:00 am this morning I drove over to attend. A cold rain started just minutes before 9:00 am so approximately 50 of us huddled under umbrellas as the ceremony began. It really was a very nice ceremony. As I said, it was a small town and only 3 WWII men were in attendance but it was a very special morning. There were prayers and speeches and a wreath was committed to the Delaware river as the local VFW Lodge Color Guard provided a 21 rifle salute and Taps were played. So on this morning my thoughts turned to the heroes of my youth and especially to all of our Cacti WWII heroes. Thank you all for your service. Your generation will always be remembered by those of us who followed. Hand Salute! -- Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/07/2012
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4424. 12/06/2012 - It is with great sorrow to have to announce that John Wayne Land, from Ft. Worth, Texas passed away early this morning. Wayne and I served together from Basic at Ft. Polk, and through AIT at Tigerland. We took the cruise on the USS Upshur out of Tacoma, WA on July 24th, 1967 to VietNam where we both ended up in the 1st platoon of Charlie Company of the 2nd Bn/35th Infantry Regiment. You will be missed my brother.
Ken Smith -- Silsbee TX USA -- 12/06/2012
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4423. Hi Chuck,
Years ago while I was trying to identify all of the New England graves of our KIAs, I also included Canada.
That is how we gained the friendship of Barry Blake and also the entry on Robert's memorial page.
Sad to say, but Barry passed away a few years ago. Thanks for not forgetting your Cacti brother in arms, Bob Kenny.
Cacti Forever!
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 12/05/2012
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4422. I am trying to find a friend of Bob Kenny (KIA 1-24-67) who posted the information on his KIA page. His name was Barry. If you read this please contact me. Chuck Norris
Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 12/05/2012
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4421. I made a winning bid on e-Bay for a Special Privilige Pass given to PFC Henry P. Szott of I Co.in 1940. The seller is his daughter. I let her know about the ASSN. and she replied with a thank-you and that her Dad is 93 years old and living in the Maine Veterans Home. So if there is anyone living in Maine here is a potential chance to contact/visit/talk with another Brother Cacti in your State. CACTI Forever!
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 11/29/2012
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4420. I am posting this for SGT. Ken Whitmier. HAY THIS OL "SARGE WHIT". I WAS AT VA ON TUES.I HAD ON MY CAP 2 WARS & 25 DIV.PATCH THIS GUY COMES UP TO ME WITH A CAP JEST LIKE MINE & SAID CACTI B-2=35 HE IS A KOREA VET IF ANY ONE WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT HIM HIS NAME IS RAYMOND LARGEN HIS PH# IS 305-527-6735 AS EVER CACTI FOREVER OL "SARGE WHIT
Rocco 'Doc' DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 11/16/2012
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4419. You who served with me in B Co 1/35 from September 67 to Sept 68, I would like first to say have a good Veteran's Day. I would like to say thank-you for covering my back while I was covering yours. Thanks for the good times we shared when we were going through the tet bad times. Thanks for showing me the ropes as I showed others who came later the same. I have not forgotten the ones who didn't make it back to the World. They will live forever in my memories. Years have gone by since the Nam but in my mind it was only a moment ago. To all of you-Have a Great Veteran's Day.
Michael McCann -- USA -- 11/12/2012
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4418. Dear Linda and Family, Remembering Richard and his family today. Hope you are doing good. I live with my brother Mike in Eugene,Or. May God bless you........love Jacki
Jacqueline Knuckles Rodrgiguez -- Eugene OR USA -- 11/11/2012
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4417. With special thoughts of Sp4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/12/67 - Please know that all who served as in our thoughts and prayers daily.
a friend -- USA -- 11/11/2012
4416. Donald S Holke-A/1/35, KIA Nov 9, 1967, Gone but never forgotten.
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 11/09/2012
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4415. We have our family member coming home. It's been Sixth Two year. 1950 this is 2012 May God Bless and keep.
Sam & Rennie Hunter -- Dallas GA USA -- 11/03/2012
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4414. Please join the Board of Directors' welcoming Stanley Koch of Glen Burnie MD into annual membership. Glen served his country with HHC, 35th Inf from 1950-1 in I & R Platoons, Korea, and welcomes contact from other members. Reach him at stk1931@hotmail.com. Welcome to the 35th Inf Reg Assoc, Stanley, and thanks for your service, and for your donation to our Scholarship Fund and Active 35th Support!
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 10/31/2012
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4413. Today I had the privilege of flying on the same flight (Atlanta to Raleigh, NC) as Pfc James C Mullins as his remains were finally being returned home. He was KIA in South Korea in July of 1950 at the age of 21. I sat next to Master Sgt. Ryan Hampton who was accompanying him on this final journey. After landing the entire plane clapped in his honor. Upon exiting the plane and entering the airport, the entire airport window was filled with passengers ... in pure silence ... as they watched the Color Guard remove the casket. I felt very small as I watched the incredible sacrifice this young man made for our country. It was very moving. Our freedom was not free, but paid for through the selfless sacrifices of soldiers like James C Mullins. I will never forget. I would like to get a picture of this brave hero if I can. Please contact me at John.Andrzejek@gmail.com if you know where I can get one.
John Andrzejek -- Burnsville MN USA -- 10/31/2012
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4412. Folks, we lost another very good man on the 18th of October. I heard from Kenny Vancil's (2nd platoon, D Comp, 1/35 1967-68) wife, Joni, that he died at the VA facility in Portland, OR. God speed, Kenny.
Barrie Windell -- Garden Grove CA USA -- 10/30/2012
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4411. In April 1967, as a First Lieutenant helicopter pilot, I was assigned to the 174th Assault Helicopter Company at Duc Pho, Republic of South Viet Nam. On 25 April 1967 I flew an "emergency resupply/medevac misson" for 1st Bn 35th Inf somewhere near Duc Pho, but I can't recall which company, the location or much else. I do remember we kept flying from late afternoon into the night taking ammo/C-rations into the LZ and bring out wounded and/or KIA. The fire fight while we flew into the location didn't let up. Later while stationed in Germany I was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for that 1/35th mission on 25 April 1967. My memory of that day, who I flew with, where the LZ was, who the men of the 1/35th were... is like a mystery. I know it happened, but I can't recall any of the details. I would like to know who, what, when, where all of this took place.I would certainly be appreciative if anyone in your associaiton could help. Thanks to you gentlemen for your service, welcome home and my God Bless each of you!/S/ COL (ret) Billy R. Wood
COL (ret) Billy R. Wood -- Mena AR USA -- 10/29/2012
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4410. Those of you who spent time at a nasty little place called LZ Ross in the middle of the Que Son Valley (aka Death Valley) in late 1967 - early 1968 may remember a totally denuded, bolder strewn, explosives cratered, sand bagged fortress that the Dinks regularly tried to overrun out in the middle of nowhere surrounded by rice paddies and mountains. I just ran across a web site that has pictures of it taken in 67-68, taken again in 2001, and again taken in 2010. The difference is astounding. It now has paved roads with curbs, sidewalks, lawns and landscaping, with modern looking buildings. Take a look at it at http://www.thecharlietigers.com/places.html It's under the places tab
Glen Jenkins -- Manteca CA USA -- 10/25/2012
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4409. In memory of Eugene Naylor and Roger Romine..Co E, 1st Bn/35th Inf.(Recon) who died together on this date, Oct. 22,1967...Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends..John15:13
Joyce Davis -- Danville KY USA -- 10/22/2012
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4408. With the Denver reunion a fond memory, it is once again time to begin thinking about 2013 dues. They are due and payable now, it's not necessary to wait. Another thought: A Life Membership makes a great Christmas gift, from someone close, or it makes a long-lasting gift for yourself with all that holiday cash. (Installments can be arranged, but ALL payments must be made in the same year.)The renewal or Life Membership form can be found on this website, or in any publication of the Cacti Times. You can also direct that some, or all of your estate be bequeathed to our great Association. Just let your heirs know your wishes. Your gift can be earmarked in your name to one or several of our programs: Schlarships, Cacti Monument, etc. Or, if you prefer, the funds can be left in the name of anyone you wish. Contact me, or anyother of the Officers and we'll be glad to help with the details.
Steve Rainbolt, Secretary -- Avon IN USA -- 10/16/2012
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4407. SEARCHING! for anyone who knew PFC WILFREDO MERCADO-SANTOS Alpha Company, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment. I think he was an asst. machine gunner. He was also called "Freddy" and he was killed by friendly fire in the Binh Dinh Province of Vietnam on April 11, 1967. From an old newspaper clipping my mother gave me, my father was killed with two other soldiers. My name is Doreen Mercado and I am the daughter he never knew. Any information or pics of my dad would be greatly appreciated.
Doreen Mercado-Gonzalez -- Yonkers NY USA -- 10/12/2012
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4406. Just wanted to express my gratitude for the great reunion in the Denver area.Want to let anyone out there that is suffering from PTSD and need help, I have the information that can help you get your 100% disability. If you are struggling with your stalled claim I can help with that to get it moving.If you might think you have PTSD and are in denial please contact me and we can talk.I have and am currently working with fellow Vet's long distance. The benefits are out there and you have earned them!!!!!!Ole.
Alan Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 10/09/2012
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4405. This was my second reunion and what a great feeling to walk among HEROES!!!! The funny thing is you don't even realize that you are. I never knew my dad because he was killed exactly one month after I was born. I came with the broken heart of a little girl, but it is healed by each of you. As much as each one of you have helped me to heal, my hope for you is this: By seeing me, and meeting me that I have given you a way to let your guilt go. This was the one thing that I heard over and over again. Your Cacti brothers would not want you to feel this way. It's easy for me to say and harder for you to do, but together we can heal. You didn't get your hero's welcome so long ago, but I want to say "Welcome Home and God Bless each of you" It is truly my honor to meet you and to know you. With all my respect,Kimberly Massine Rankin, daughter of Richard P Massine KIA Nov. 20 1966
Kimberly Massine Rankin -- Norman OK USA -- 10/04/2012
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4404. Got home last night from the Denver Reunion. What a great time, we had a ball. The hotel was great, Doc Johnson did really good. My brother & sister in law attended for the first time. They where very impressed with the Saturday night activities & all the great people. They couldn't believe how close we are for serving together so long ago.
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 10/03/2012
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4403. I want to thank everyone for your gracious welcome to my wife Jaci and myself at the reunion this year. It was my first. There are no words to express my feelings. You guys know what great therapy it is/was so maybe no words are necessary. Meeting Dave Manrique (Pancho) face to face was one of the most emotional moments of my life. After so so many years thinking he didn't make it. I have been battling the "Beast" for a long time. When Dick Arnold told me some time ago that it is a brotherhood and when I walked in I would understand, I really didn't understand, but I do now.I am in intense PET therapy now, but the reunion was the one "missing piece of the puzzle". Once again I thank each and every one of you. The Cacti are indeed Brothers and we'll see you all in Virginia Beach next year. Mike
Mike Critchfield -- Stanwood MI USA -- 10/03/2012
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4402. Thank you all for your attendance at our 14th Annual Reunion in Denver. You have made this event another powerful happening. Without you, we would not be the most sucessful Regimental Association that exists. If you were there, you realise what it means to be a Cacti. If you were not there, we missed you but did not forget you. For our KIA family and friends, we hope that we were able to answer your queries. For our seven Active soldiers from Hawaii that attended, we stand so proud for your service as a Cacti and your endurance overseas. We look forward to Virginia Beach VA come next September with pride and anticipation. Please spread the word with your Cacti brothers how fulfilling a reunion can be. CACI FOREVER!!
Peter J Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 10/02/2012
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4401. My respects to all. 44 years ago today Johnny T Fuller lost his life. My thanks to all who have tried to help me find out what happened. You know who you are. Good by an God Bless Jim
Jim McElroy -- DeWitt AR USA -- 10/01/2012
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