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Robert Cox from Panama City Beach, Fl wrote on June 3, 2020 at 22:15:

On June 10th, 1970, Delta Company, 2/327th Inf (No Slack) was attacked on FSB Tomahawk, Phu Loc, by a company of NVA sappers. The men of Delta Company heroically and successfully defended the FB, killing more than 30 NVA and capturing 3 during a sweep of the perimeter after sunrise. We had 1 KIA, Artillery trooper and a few WIA. The NVA sappers never penetrated the perimeter wire. They were detected inside the wire before they were ready to attack, by alert men on our perimeter. Fifty years later, for the men that were on Tomahawk, I want to say thank you for your courage and bravery in the fight to defend this FB. You did an outstanding job. Unfortunately, many Fire Bases were overrun during the war and they are the ones that are remembered. But, those that were successfully defended, don't make the history book's. June and July of 1970, FSB Ripcord was under siege and after losing many soldiers, the Fire Base was abandoned and bomb by B52's. It wasn't because the troop's didn't try desperately to defend it, but in my opinion it was abandoned because the Division was not allowed to send additional troops to clear the area of NVA and support the men on the FB. The draw down of the war had begun and we were in the Vietnamization phase. After Hamburger Hill, the politician's did not want anymore major battles, with lose of life. Not good publicity for the public back home. The politicians back home had given up on the war that they had thought was necessary. Sound familiar. Lesson learned, don't go to war unless you are all in and prepared to do what's necessary to Win! Have an exit plan which should be to defeat the enemy. For the... Read more

Sue Scheid from Salt Lake City wrote on June 2, 2020 at 23:42:

I'm hoping somebody can help me I'm looking for an old friend of mine His name is Chuck Evans and hes from California he was in Vietnam I'm thinking between 69 and 71 and I was 14 he came to Utah with my brother who was there at the same time they were both 101st airborne greenbrae screaming eagles I seen Chuck twice once with my brother and then he came by his self to Ut something happened between my brother and him so I got a few letters while they were in Vietnam and I didnt hear from him again till I turned 18 and he wanted me to come to California and be with him but things got in the way I really need to talk to him and explain things but I dont know how to get hold of him I'm hoping someone knows him and can help me out hes been on my mind alot I've even been dreaming of him he was 22 when I met him divorced and had 2 kids please can some one help me? My brothers name if Michael Sorensen if anyone knows him and would like to get intouch with him Thank you for you time Sue Sorensen Scheid Email [email protected]

Gerard Husson from Martinsburg wrote on May 25, 2020 at 18:13:

On this Memorial Day of 2020 I memorialize Michael Joseph Galbraith for his ultimate sacrifice on 6/6/66. Michael RIP knowing that your friends remember you and that you will not be forgotten. God Bless you and God Bless America. [email protected]

Mike Sickels, MAJ, OD, USAR Retd from Yuba City, CA wrote on May 25, 2020 at 11:12:

I just wish to honor all the brave troops of the 1/327 who did not make it home. Their ultimate sacrifice should never be forgotten. I had the honor to serve with B Co. as their forward observer from August to December in 1968. No finer men have I had the honor to serve with during my life. Please stay safe and thank you for your service to this country. [email protected]

Raymond F Dawson from Rockledge Fla wrote on May 25, 2020 at 01:49:

Looking for old Tigers from 1965&1966 [email protected]

Ray Dowden from Laveen wrote on May 24, 2020 at 12:30:

Looking for any one with Co.C 2/327th 101st Abn.Inf. 68/69 I was sl [email protected]

Cliff Rutkowski from Aiea wrote on May 22, 2020 at 16:51:

To the the 327th lost one of your SFC Edward Caper Retire Passed in Sleep at his home in Warrensburg Missouri. Survived by his wife Donna Carper and Son Collin Carper. SFC Carper Served in Vietnam in 67-68

John Farrell from Palm Harbor wrote on May 20, 2020 at 08:54:

We are looking for a photo of a friend of ours who served with A Co 2/327 and was KIA 0n 2/24/68in Thua Thien His name is Louis Angel Colon DOB 11/1/48 From NY. We need a photo for the wall of faces .I know its a long shot as he was only in country a month when he was hit.Any information would be appreciated . I went through Basic , AIt , and Jump school with Him in Dec 1967 I went to the 502nd and Angel to the 327. John Farrell 727-735-8068 [email protected]

George Pires from Croton New York wrote on May 17, 2020 at 19:18:

With Co B 2/327 All 1970 3rd Platoon 3rd squad. [email protected]

Bill Monroe from Topeka KS wrote on May 9, 2020 at 10:57:

I'm looking for my Airborne brothers from 1st Brigade, Company B, 2nd Battalion, 327th Infantry Vietnam from 1965-66, Mortar Platoon "Roadrunners Airborne Above The Rest". [email protected]

Mac Kolar from Moyock wrote on May 1, 2020 at 14:13:

I am looking for the names of the Commanders of the Division, Brigade, Regiment and Battalion levels for 2d Bn 327th Infantry, 101st Airborne during December 1967 and January 1968. Please email your response and thank you. Mac Kolar [email protected]

Buster "TICK" Braley from Red Creek wrote on April 26, 2020 at 19:55:

Haven't visited this site for almost two years. It was nice to see DOC Osgood still publishing a book on the Hawk Recon 1968-1969. No slack Doc, get her done so I can purchase a copy. [email protected]

laura hodge from orlando wrote on April 26, 2020 at 16:43:

Hi, my name is Laura. Did anyone know my Dad Wayne Hodge? He was 101 ST Airborne in Vietnam 1970 I believe. I cant find any records and he passed away in 2014. 🙁 [email protected]

Ron Lattanzi from Morgantown, WV wrote on April 26, 2020 at 12:03:

I served with A Co, 1st Bn, 327th Inf from Nov 1970 to Jul 1971. I am looking to connect with anyone who served with me during that time frame. [email protected]

Mike Bertell from Lancaster wrote on April 25, 2020 at 19:35:

Looking for Allen Libbert . This is Mike Bertell. I took a picture of you writing a letter to your wife in 1971. Some time in March a publisher found the picture on face book. They made a poster out of it. Pretty cool. I thought I had your address but I can't find a thing. Get in touch with me buddy. [email protected]

Larry Anderson from LENOIR CITY wrote on April 23, 2020 at 02:54:

Hello, I was in Company A & E 1st/327th, Feb 1971 -Jan 1972. Infantry and mortars. I was know as "E-5 Type". If there is anybody out there who remembers me. Reach out. It is good to be back in the "World". [email protected]

David J. from Erie wrote on April 22, 2020 at 08:48:

My good friend and a good friend of this website Ed Kurth, B Company 1/327th has passed this morning April 22, 2020. Please Lord let him Rest In Peace. I will announce arrangements when they are completed by the family.

Bernard F Lipke from Galva, IL wrote on April 19, 2020 at 22:59:

On this day in '68, the 1/327 air assaulted from the open area at the base of FSB Birmingham west to the base of Hill 333 also along 547A. Days later when the twin peaks were finally secured, FSB Veghel would be constructed. It was costly in men and aircraft. Sp4 Royce E Eddleman gave "the last full measure" that day on that road, a friend from HHC 1/501. I served with B/1/327 3rd plt 3rd sqd 04/68 to 12/68. 414-750-1758

Santos Castillo from Terral, Oklahoma wrote on April 15, 2020 at 21:45:

Hello my brothers Screaming Eagles its been some time since came on here. I have made contact with some of my brothers from B Co. 1st., 2nd, and 3th. squad. Man, it was good to hear from them. If anymore of you who served give me a call, text or E-mail 1 580 228 4912 [email protected]

Ben Bagley wrote on April 7, 2020 at 18:07:

Hello, I'm researching an MIA case of a ARA pilot who went missing in March 1969 in Thua Thien Province (Capt. John T. McDonnell, 'aka' Capt. Mac). I'm looking for anyone who served with 'Cobra' company, 1/327 in the period of March 1969. If you have any information regarding the aforementioned MIA, if you were on this SAR mission, or think you can help me, please contact me at the following address: [email protected]

Denis Jahn from Visalia, CA. wrote on April 3, 2020 at 13:54:

Looking for a picture(s) of SP4 Eduardo Gonzalez-Droz, A co. 2nd BN 327/101 Tour 7/8/65 thru 3/22/66 KIA, from Santruce, Puerto Rico. For WOF memorial. Thank-you [email protected]

Joseph LaPorte from St Clairsville Ohio wrote on March 31, 2020 at 23:32:

I served with Bco 1stBn 327th from July 67 July 68 [email protected]

ewing miller from clinton iowa wrote on March 23, 2020 at 13:31:

3/24/68 Thua Thien Province SVN KIA Troy Hayden Joe Artavia David Wilkerson Paul Williams RIP RIP

Doc osgood from Kaunakakai, Hawaii wrote on March 18, 2020 at 21:21:

Thanks for the help. The new 2/327 book:"Headhunters" A Shau valley Raiders" is due out soon. Its sold to Pen and Sword. Anyone know who has negatives or prints from "THE SCREAMING EAGLE"? in country 101 paper? Looking for James Maurice B co medic and Dick Detra gunner Spider gunships 101. Please...who was the soldier, a Hawk Recondo, who lost a leg and a eye fighting all night in 1967-!!!,He deserves a higher medal IF he even got one!! Doc [email protected]

Don Cook from Fredericksburg wrote on March 18, 2020 at 11:43:

Looking for two OCS buddies - 2LT Thomas Cook and 2LT Joe Navalesi. 60th Company, 6th Bn, 3rd platoon - 2LT Brown was our tac! 1967 If anyone know how to get in contact with them, please email me, [email protected]

lawrence carcich from Ocean Springs wrote on March 12, 2020 at 11:32:

I arrived in Nam on 4/1/69(april fools day)not funny. I broke my cherry 3 days later. On 10 May 69 - the battle of hill 937 began. 20 May 69 the bloody battle ended. 10 days later we evacuated that lousy hill. From that day forward I knew that we were fucked. Some how some way I made it home with no purple heart, but 11 years ago I had a 2 year battle with agent orange cancer. I am still in remission. "Have bullet will bury". [email protected]

David Catania from Tickfaw wrote on March 12, 2020 at 10:57:

I am looking for buddies from Fort Polk Basic Training: 1st Training Brigade, 2nd Battalion, Company B. Training dates: 16 June 1969 to 8 August 1969. My name is David Catania. Contact me at [email protected]

Robert O Martin from Coeur d Alene wrote on March 9, 2020 at 17:25:

I was in the Hawks, 2/327 in 1967. I recall fighting nonstop between Sep 29 to Oct 8, when the battalion was in the crap with the 2nd NVA Div., in Que Son Valley. Alpha's 2nd platoon was almost wiped out. I still get together with brothers, George Fallen, Allen Llyod, and Jay (Doc) Molyneaux every year. No slack! [email protected]

Doc osgood from Kaunakakai hawaii wrote on March 1, 2020 at 18:39:

Book on 2/327 last chance. Doc Osgood here Hawk Recon and all companies. Walter Jackson or family....have your photos in good shape. Book is sold and be out early 2021.

Briana Fiandt from Superior wrote on February 16, 2020 at 13:59:

My name is Briana and I'm looking for information about my uncle, James Fiandt. He served in the 327th, 1st Battalion, Co. C. He passed away about 10 years ago and I'm trying to piece together his military history. Understandably, he never wanted to talk about it. I'm the curator at a veterans museum and I want to honor him in the museum. I would love to talk to anyone who might have served with him. Thank you. [email protected]

Lori from South Africa wrote on February 4, 2020 at 08:32:

Good Afternoon I am a student from South Africa, I am in grade 12. We have an assignment regarding the Vietnam War. A large part of our assignment includes interviewing someone who is very knowledgeable about the topic. It would be very appreciated if I could be directed to someone who is willing to answer a few questions about the war. Either through email or on the phone. Thank you, Lori EmailAddr: [email protected]

floyd g pearson from Newark wrote on February 2, 2020 at 12:04:

Vietnam 67/69 started as RTO Hawk Plt, Pllt Ldr McKnight . E-4 to SSG retired 87 as SGMm. Roger Steelman your buddy Donaldson was wounded he was our squad Ldr. Cut down by machine grazing fire, went to la va hospital. Fantastic leader. That is the day our Sqd. found a four inch commo cable on a high speed trail, then all hell broke out. [email protected]

Roger Steelman from Bakersfield, Ca wrote on January 30, 2020 at 18:23:

I served with the 101st airborne 2/327 Hawk Recon Platoon from sept. 28th, 1967-sept 28th, 1968. I have been trying to locate my "Buddy" Daryl L. Donaldson (Sgt, Don)off and on for 50 years. He was wounded in an ambush next to me in which I believe he was paralyzed to some degree. That was the last time we were in contact. Maybe someone out there could help me out. [email protected] (661)589-8124.

George Reischling from Rutledge wrote on January 21, 2020 at 16:11:

 "To those who have fought for it, Life has a flavor that the protected will never know!" Between mortars, rockets, RPGs, booby traps and bullets, there was no safe place in for a soldier in Vietnam. 50 years has passed since the war but we have only to close our eyes to rejoin our brothers in the greatest nightmarish adventure of most of our lives. Remember your Christmas in the Nam? Mine was spent on an ambush patrol near the Cambodian border. I served with the 25th Infantry Division-3/22nd Battalion, Tay Ninh and later the 93rd Evac Hospital at Long Binh. -We may have served in different units in different AOs but our mission was the same! -Courage on the Mountain- Free to Amazon Prime members- Over one hundred 5 star reviews- courageonthemountain.com Glad that you made it home brother! George Reischling courageonthemountain.com [email protected]

Ed McKnight wrote on January 14, 2020 at 20:55:

I noticed on the 327th Challenge coin narrative you claimed the Regiment "glided" into Normandy. Actually they didn't. They were the "Seaborne Forces" and were put ashore at Utah Beach on 6 and 7 June 1944. Not enough aitcraft to tow the gliders. [email protected]

Wm. Doc Osgood from Kaunakakai hawaii wrote on January 12, 2020 at 23:41:

New book about 2/327th and Hawk Recon due this year. 68 to 69 I knew charger! want to be in the work..? need photos at this time. Need to know where Co. A went after the Aug 14th ambush '68 and the 18th pull out of the A Shau. We were almost on the sumit of Dong Ap Bia call it Hamburger Hill. Believe it? Not looking for silly stories or 3rd hand quotes from Beckwith. Airborne and thanks Doc Osgood. [email protected]

John P Fischer from Dover NH wrote on January 7, 2020 at 18:16:

I am posting this to find soldiers who served with the 2nd Bn/327th Infantry/Company C and who fought at the Battle of Tuy Hoa on or about June 19, 1966. I am trying to find any eye-witnesses to a helo assault by the 161st Assault Helicopter Company on the enemy position near Hill 258 to assist Company C in breaking contact and to move out of the valley. One of the helos was a Huey-1B gunship with Scorpion 042 painted on the nose and a white stripe on the tail boom. Its M60 door gunner was SSgt Donald O. Smith U.S. Army (ret). For his heroic actions that day he received the Distinguished Flying Cross but was promised that it would be upgraded to a Medal of Honor. However, after all these years the Army never fulfilled this promise even after he was credited with 42 enemy killed per his DFC Citation. I am hoping that any new statements might give SSgt Smith what he needs to get the Army to give him either a yes or a no answer. At 88 years old he does not have much more time to wait for it. Any info provided will be greatly appreciated and my sincere thanks to all of you who were at the tip of the spear. [email protected]

Michael Carretero from Edmond, Ok wrote on January 3, 2020 at 12:10:

It is with great sadness that I announce the passing of one of our ABU brothers, Ed Thompson from Lincoln, Nebraska.. He was in Nam from '70 to '71. He passed away last night about 9:30pm. Steve Cain and I got to visit him in Sept. 2017 when he lived in Missouri. Rest in Peace, brother!! You will be missed!Above the Rest, ABU!! [email protected]

Roger D. Roy from Stanford, Ky. wrote on January 3, 2020 at 10:42:

I saw where Leonard Adams (Cowboy) made an entry a few days ago. Leonard I was in A co First Platoon with you. Please give me a call at 606-510-5117 I would sure enjoy talking with you. [email protected]

Homer grimes from Llano Texas 78643 wrote on December 24, 2019 at 23:56:

I was with ABU company 1/327 2nd plt. was at ABU hill The 2nd plt was the first to make contact on June 6 one of the first to fall was our plt daddy Sergeant Fulford and the RTO I was about three feet from them my M.G. gunner was Richard Thomas I have a lot of information on our ABU co. From operation Hawthorne. [email protected]

Leonard Adams from Prairie City wrote on December 22, 2019 at 03:00:

Was with a company 2nd of 327 No Slack July 69 to 70 nickname Cowboy my memory is not so good, I can tell you my friend David Blood passed away several years ago I just wanted to say God bless you all No Slack. [email protected]

Michael Finkelman from Baltimore wrote on December 19, 2019 at 22:44:

Was medic with HHC 2/327th Infantry 1984-1985. Went out with all the line companies but split time between A&B companies primarily. [email protected]

Harry Fletcher from Flower Mound, Texas wrote on December 16, 2019 at 01:59:

Many people have asked about the 11 Air Assault Unit and have some confused ideas about it. When I was serving with the 82nd ABN the 11th was a test unit at Fort Benning, Georgia for the new helicopter mobility concept. This was 1964 I think when I first met some troops from Benning we were visiting my unit. I am unsure but believe this test unit evolved into the First Cavalry. Hope this helps dissipates some of the confusion. [email protected]

George from Palm springs wrote on December 8, 2019 at 23:36:

Gentle Cullpepper is still alive also. [email protected]

Rick Householder from Granite City, Illinois wrote on December 1, 2019 at 09:13:

Looking for some buddies I spent time with, keep thinking about the things we went through. Echo company 1969-1970. Hope and pray all are doing well. My nickname was Frog. [email protected]

George Reischling from Rutledge wrote on November 29, 2019 at 15:45:

"To those who have fought for it, Life has a flavor that the protected will never know!" 25th Infantry Division- Tay Ninh, Vietnam- Operation Cliffdweller IV- Remember your Christmas in the Nam? Mine was spent on an ambush patrol near the Cambodian border. Free to Amazon Prime members- Over one hundred 5 star reviews- Courage on the Mountain- courageonthemountain.com Glad that you made it home brother! George Reischling [email protected] courageonthemountain.com

Edward Koop from Newport wrote on November 27, 2019 at 23:27:

I was in B Company,1st Battalion, 1st Brigade from 1962 thru 1964. I was the 1st platoon RTO. Phillip Chasson was my platoon Sgt. Company exec was Lt. Cobb. First Shirt was Msgt. Vonnie Jones. Any guys that remember the company sign on the troop line with the big indian, I was the guy that painted it. When Msgt Jones was promoted and went to Battalion he took me enforcement along and I was assigned as the staff driver for S3. Major Koherner was Battalion CO. After I was discharged I joined the Chicago P.D and did 41 years in law enforcement I would love to hear from other troopers. Joe Risius where are you? As the saying goes,"Once a trooper, always a trooper. Above the Rest. [email protected]

JAMES A WILSON from LODI wrote on November 27, 2019 at 14:27:

Wishing all you Airborne Grunts the best Thanksgiving ever, my Thanksgiving in RVN was on the side of a steep hill during a hell of a monsoon rain. The dressing turned into soup, and my bread disappeared, but that cold turkey was great. I am sure you all have similar memories . NO SLACK and keep the faith. Jim Wilson- B/2/327 66-67 [email protected]

Pam wrote on November 26, 2019 at 09:40:

John R. Bowling , Sr HHC, 2ND BN, 327th INFANTRY 101ST ABN DIV, USARV looking for a picture or any information about my father who was killed a month before I was born, he was killed on 10/31/1966-- not sure if he even new about me. [email protected]

Timothy F White from London, WV wrote on November 25, 2019 at 15:41:

I served with the 101st Airborne, 1st Brigade, 1/327 Infantry, C Company, 1st Platoon, 1st Squad "ABOVE THE REST", Oct 3, 1968 to Oct 2, 1969. Timothy F White, Harold G Patton, Charles I Miller and Russell Woodruff. I'm still trying to get in touch with our Medic "Doc Kenyon". He sent me a Christmas Card in 1969, signed it Richard. I don't know what happened to the envelope. I believe he was from Texas. Need to contact him "bad". Patton, Miller and Woodruff have passed. Thanks, Tim White [email protected]

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