35th Infantry Regiment (Cacti) Association

Greetings, hope your weekend was the best ever. Stumbled across your website and just -- on impulse -- thought I'd sign your guestbook. Have a great day.
Catherine Lake
Los Angeles, CA USA -

The Combat Infantrymen's Association is comprised of warriors, past and present who have been awarded the Combat Infantrymen's Badge. If you received this award you are eligible to join this unique organization. If interested, contact me by email and I'll give you all the details. Lou Orlando 25th Infantry Division 14th Infantry Regiment (Korea 1954)
Lou Orlando <lorlando@peganet.com>
North Fort Myers, oh USA -

Anyone remember the date of the 3rd Brigade ammo dump being blown up in Duc Pho in 1967? Got a guy from brigade who would like to know. Thanks all. Jim Bravo 2/35 67-68
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

served with the 2/35 in 1967. radio operator for the A company commander. later worked in the TOC until getting hepititis. interested in anyone that remembers me or a guy named Duane Esquibel
Steve Plant <SJ321@hotmail.com>
san jose, ca USA -

Hello everyone, Just wanted to say that I am the present Company 1SG for Charlie Company, 2-35TH Infantry Battalion stationed at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. I was initially in Charlie Company in '97 as the Weapons Squad Leader in 1st Platoon. In Feb '98 I became the PSG for 2nd Platoon and remained there until June '00 where I was reassigned to HHC as the S-2 NCOIC. In Apr '01 I was picked up for MSG and was reassigned back to Charlie as the Company 1SG. If any of you former Charlie Rock "ACE OF Spades" soldiers have any pictures or memorabilia that you would like to donate to our "HALL OF FAME" you can contact me by email at: CCO1SG235@SCHOFIELD.ARMY.MIL or RGRAK@HAWAII.RR.COM My commander and I constantly teach our soldiers of Charlie Rocks History. My soldiers are PROUD to be part of the "ACE OF SPADES" so what ever you can do to continue our great tradition would greatly be appreciated. Aloha 1SG AKUNA Charlie Rock - ACE OF SPADES Rangers Lead The Way! !
1SG PATRICK K AKUNA JR <RGRAK@HAWAII.RR.COM>
WAHIAWA, HI USA -

Dave Muxo, The new format looks great--really looking forward to more! One problem I encountered was on KIA list, A 2/35, George Chace, 10-21-66. The heading says "More Info", but when clicked on it says it can not find link. Yet, the Timeline does have an entry for George on that date. Thanks, Dick
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

Fellow Cacti: We have a new menu system on the site. Although it looks much like the old one, it is different. If you see the old menu on any page, hit refresh before reporting it to me. We also have a new Vietnam Timeline system. All events are now in a database, which will allow us to do more things with them. You will not notice much difference because I made the pages look almost identical to what they were before. In the next couple of weeks look for changes in the home page and our guestbook. As always, if you encounter problems, send me an email.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

"We Were Soldiers" the movie Posted By: Bob Kilpatrick Date: Saturday, 9 February 2002, at 1454 hrs My wife and I went to an advance screening of "We Were Soldiers" in NY City last night. Whew. The film is based upon Col. Hal Moore's and Joe Galloway's book, "We Were Soldiers Once... and Young," which is about the 1st Cav's fights at LZ X-Ray and LZ Albany in the Ia Drang Valley in November 1965. It deals only with X-Ray, not anything about the disaster at Albany. (If you haven't read the book, it's quite a book. I read it about once a year.) Joe Galloway and (80-yr-old) Gen. Moore kicked off an 8-day swing across the USA last nite, doing screenings for writers, reviewers, and media types. That will continue until the release on March 1. Mel Gibson does a terrific job as Hal Moore, even picking up voice inflections and mannerisms from him. What an actor. Sam Elliott plays Sergeant Major Basil Plumley. The man has no more than a few sentences in the entire movie and deserves an Oscar; he is absolutely great. (The last movie I saw in a theater was Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Sam's married to Katharine Ross, so they're keeping me in the family.) Greg Kinnear as Bruce Crandall, who consulted on the Huey scenes, and Barry Pepper as Galloway. The Huey action is "Hollywooded" a little, especially to guys like us, but it's the most real and most graphic I have ever seen on film. Some of the Huey clips had me ducking. Actually, more than ducking, I forgot to breathe a couple of times. They did an amazing job. Ground action also is extremely realistic, had the audience ducking or gasping several times. The audience seemed not to know what to do at "The End." Whether to applaud, cheer, cry, or just quietly file out of the theater. Most just quietly left. My wife and I didn't say more than a few words to each other for about an hour after it was over... I think we were maybe sorting it out. It's a hell of a movie. Some guys who were close to it will hate it and some will love it, I think. It is not a documentary, but they tried to stay as close to accurate as possible while still giving the public a story they will pay to see. That's Hollywood. We talked later, for quite a while, with Joe and the Gen. and they wanted to know what we thought. I told them there was no way I could be the least bit objective, but that I wanted to congratulate them on a home run and thank them for what they have done for all of us. I think this movie may just change the public's perception of Vietnam and of those of us who fought there. That's really saying something. I have no clue of how the critics and the public will react. It is a powerful movie. Go see it, take somebody important with you. You think it's not worth the price of the ticket, I'll give you your money back. Bob
Dave Fogg <patdavef@naisp.net>
Wrentham, MA USA -

Remember TET 68? Action on Feb 9, 1968 was well documented in our Cacti newsletter last year. Today 34 years ago we were in it hot and heavy! Late in the day a short 105 round landed behind me and killed Jimmy Brennan. He had less than 2 weeks to go in the field; one of those wartime tragedies. Think of Jim today as you sip a cool one - he was Catholic kid from New York who was an MP assigned to our unit (A Co 1/35) due to all the people we lost during this offensive. I want to thank all our guys that got me to the Dustoff, especially our RTO, whose name I forget.
Gary Dittmer <gdittmer@home.com>
Woodbridge, Va USA -

TODAY IN 25TH & CACTI HISTORY: Japanese resistance ends on Guadacanal, WWII On 02/07/45,Msg. McGaha, Co G 35th Inf, earns MOH
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

Great to hear from my comrades and the success they have acheived. I guess the re-up sargents had a point; when they said, you've made it thru an infantry tour of duty in nam;.... What ever you choose to do; this experience, should assure your overcoming any obstacle. j.c. grunt and gunner
Jukius C [ J.C. ] Miskovich <misky@stargate.duq.edu>
homestead, pa USA -

From the book: America�s last Vietnam battle, The 11 Days Of Christmas. �In February 1965 thirty B-52Fs specially modified to carry conventional bombs were sent to Guam. The B-52Fs had added wing racks to carry 24 bombs in addition to the 27 bombs they could carry internally, increasing their conventional bomb load from ten tons to almost twenty tons. After many delays, on June 18, 1965, thirty B-52s took off with great fanfare from Anderson on their first combat mission, called Arc Light One. The mission was a disaster. The B-52s flew to their airborne tanker refueling rendezvous in groups, called �cells� of three aircraft, each cell twenty miles behind the other. The first cell arrived early for the rendezvous and then inexplicably did a circling turn to burn up time, a turn that brought their planes head on into the cell behind them. Two of the B-52s collided, killing eight of the twelve crewmembers, including the brigadier general who was in overall command of the mission. To add to the problems, fewer than half of the B-52s� bombs hit in the target area, and those caused no Viet Cong casualties and no damage. The mission was later charitably descried as �ineffective.�
Dave Fogg <patdavef@naisp.net>
Wrentham, MA USA -

Fellow Cacti: Is anyone having problems with the website menu system? I just upgraded my home computer to IE 6 and I'm having problems. If so email me and tell me what version of IE (or Netscape) you are using. By the way, anyone using netscape please write me anyway. I need to know how many of you there are out there.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Thank you for a great site. I have been able to find a few friend that I have not heard from since Nam. I was with Charlie Co. 2nd\35th 25th 1967. I was R.T.O. for Lt. Rutledge and later for Capt. Jim Lanning. March 12, and 21th 1967 were two days that stand out in my mind as two days of intense fire fights in the Central Highlands, Boys became Men. Many Lost their lives We had the best leadership Capt. Rick and James Lanning who came in and took over the Co All whom served with Charlie Co and the entire 35th regiment may God richly Bless you I am proud to be a Cacti
Jim Phillips <dbbc@citlink.net>
Cookeville , Tn USA -

I was with A Co. 2/12, 1st. Cav. I was in the Que Son valley with the Cav until we left the last week Jan. 1968. We had been at Lz Ross since the 1st. week of Oct. 1967. I just found out recently that the 1/35 was who replaced us when we moved North to Camp Evans, just south of Quan Tri. What was it like for the 1/35th after we left. I have heard that it was just as big a hell valley after we left as it was while we were there. Be interested in hearing from people who were there.
George Patterson <gjpatter@ix.netcom.com>
Arvada, Co USA -

Mr Arnold, Sir! Your post below, regarding locating non-posthomous DSC winners. If you do not mind, I will try to be of assistans in this matter. Can not garantee that I will succeed, but will try my best. Take Good Care Sir! Sincerely A.B
A.B <affe@alaskamail.org>
Stockholm, - Sweden -

Responding to David Yates (below): The 35th Inf Reg was part of the 25th Inf Div; the 25th patch is a (red) Taro Leaf with a lightning bolt on the leaf - the Taro Leaf does resemble a strawberry - hence in the 60's it became known as the electric strawberry! Jan Scruggs referred to the 25th as the Electric Strawberry Division when we were placing a wreath at the Viet Nam Veterans Memorial in DC on Memorial Day a few years ago - C Span covered it.
Gary Dittmer <gdittmer@home.com>
Woodbridge, Va USA -

Does any one recall when the tropical lighting patch aquired the nick name "electric strawberry"?I left the 25th in 62 and went to nam with the 1st cav. in 65.An old 25th grunt was by my office yesterday and sprung the new name on me .I had not heard of it. Thanks Dave Yates
David Yates <yatesequipco@lorettotel.net>
Lawrenceburg, Tn USA -

c 1/35th 67-68
sterhen l. weeks <angin52@yahoo.com>
sussex, nj USA -

MORE ON DSC To go along with my original posting: SSGT Georgio Garcia, A 2/35, 7/31/66, (P), Pfc Gary G Rushing, HQ 2/35, 10/27/66, (P), LTC Robert C Kingston,HQ 1/35, 11/22/66, SSG James Hill Jr, A 2/35, 5/20/67
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

Hello All, I have been working with a gentleman who is researching DSC citations at the College Park Archives. Here is the list for posthumous citations: Lt Jasper Sturdivant, B 1/35, 7/3/66, Sp4 Daniel J Perez, A 2/35, 3/12/67, Pfc Thomas Minogue, C 2/35, 3/21/67 SSG Dale Rollins, A 1/35, 11/13/68, SGT Daniel Noeldner, D 2/35, 3/6/69, And here are the non-posthumous winners. Of these, only George D�Avignon is on our roster. We need to make a determined effort to find these guys; does anyone have a lead on any of them? SGT Clifford R Totten, B 1/35 (FO from 2/9 Arty) 7/3/66, Sp4 Wendell T Meade, A 2/35, 3/12/67, Sp4 Ronald J Hopkins, B 1/35, 2/9/68, Sp4 Timothy D Boris, D 2/35, 4/3/68, Capt. George D�Avignon, D 1/35, 4/15/68, Sp4 Jesus H Guevara, A 2/35, 9/27/68 Please contact me with additions/corrections/information on still-living winners.
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

I am alive and well. Last year, for the first time, I visited the wall and was struck by how much trouble we were in!
Ray Campbell <rayc3776@cs.com>
Huntington Beach, Ca USA -

I am alive and well. Last year, for the first time, I visited the waal and was struck by how much trouble we were in!
Ray Campbell <rayc3776@cs.com>
Huntington Beach, Ca USA -

Hi Guys, Received the following from Gary Dittmer, A 1/35. Makes you proud to be a Cacti and I wanted share. "I attended the funeral for SGM Carley, with full military honors, at Arlington Cemetery today. I met his wife and his son, Andre, who resembles his father in appearance and disposition. It was a very moving ceremony; I learned that the SGM also served in the Third Infantry, and he would have been proud of how they performed today. His body was carried in a horse drawn caisson to the grave site, which is in view of the damaged portion of the Pentagon. I talked with Col. Taylor who was also there. Col. Taylor is quite a gentleman, who said he will attend every 35th Inf. reunion until he kicks the bucket!"
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

Am looking for someone who may have been in D/1-35 with Jim Humphrey from Kansas (KIA 11 NOV 68 at Duc Co).Thanks!
Rachel Humphrey <hawkassault@hotmail.com>
Kansas City, MO USA -

i was in hhc2/35 4th div from 1969 to1970. did anyone know robert shook or david fitzgerald.they were kia in aug 1969,i would like information on them.i was in bed of truck when we hit road mine
ben valdez <valdezco25@aol.com>
pueblo, colo USA -

President�s Update Hello Brethren Cacti, I sincerely hope the New Year is off to a safe and prosperous start for you all. Judging by the various emails I have seen it appears most of you have received your Newsletter by now. If not, and if you do not receive it in a week or so�do not call a fire mission on your local post office but rather email Ben Youmans and he will send you one via regular mail. As stated before, we use bulk delivery because of the beaucoup savings but it can result in inconsistent delivery. The Newsletter is great ain�t it? Very nice coverage of the reunion, Ben worked overtime on the pictures. Ben tells me he has been deluged with the dues coming in, Brava! To such an extent that his cats have been neglected while he feverishly processes them. To those who have not yet forwarded the bucks, please, please do so. A modest twenty dollars will help guarantee that the Cacti, and your proud part in its history, will be forever perpetuated. I also note several new additions to our Timeline, another positive! Dave Fogg, Jim Hall, Jim Anderson, and others have been inputting at a feverish pace. All the while looked after by our indefatigable web master-deluxe Dave Muxo. Thanks to all and keep it up. It is our history, no one knows it better and when we are gone, it goes with us. Therefore we need to record it NOW. You do not need a great historical insight to contribute an entry, �Do you remember the night Lt. Xxxx fell in the creek?� will work just fine. In an above post I mentioned Kahn Carley, First Sergeant of my company, recently passed away. I received an email yesterday from his son Andre who said the family was �overwhelmed� by the kind words expressed in numerous emails. Colonel Wm Taylor, who commanded 1/35 during much of Kahn�s tenure, has graciously agreed to attend the funeral as our official representative, Ben has sent a donation to the American Cancer Society on behalf of the Association, the family was sent a Cacti crest and commemorative coin. I want to thank everyone for all their efforts; this in one area where I feel we excel in. Henry Templin was one of those who sent a very lovely email to the family in which he stated his fond recollections of Top and also his regrets at not attempting to talk to Kahn when he was still with us. Guys, there it is in a nutshell. We may have once been rough/tough Grunts but no one lives forever. We must seek-out each other�s fellowship NOW not later. At the end of this month, the Association Officers will be meeting in Tampa to plan the future. For those like me from a northern clime�it will be quite a sacrifice to go to Florida in January but duty calls and all that. Believe it or not, between the war stories, cigars, and libations�a lot of good works get done. High on the meeting�s agenda will be how to find more former Cacti. I want to take a minute to describe how just one dedicated soul can make a huge contribution. Jim Hall had a roster from his era with about 115 names with SS numbers. Jim Cooke magnanimously paid for the SS searches that yielded very accurate addresses. Jim H than sent out New Guy letters to each and every one. He has been finding guys so fast that I have lost count but he has gotten back at least 30 positive replies�many of whom have already joined the Association. Thus one man has taken his passion and multiplied x 30�and probably well beyond that as these new guys will remember even more names. And the probable main reason for such success was that Jim was someone from their COMPANY AND THEIR ERA that they could relate to. Between the write-for-your-Orders project and already existing documentation, we have accumulated hundreds of names for all Cacti companies. What we need are a few guys like Jim H from each company and era to mount similar campaigns. We can supply the names, some of the addresses, and details on execution but YOU must supply the passion. How about it guys? Do you remember that warm feeling when we �found� you, or vice-versa? Don�t you wish to see that feeling reciprocated? Please get in touch if you want to be involved in such a noble effort. So, let us press onward�Seattle will be here before we know it. I am very pleased with our direction: recording history, finding guys, web site, reunion planning,clerical expertise, et. al. Oh, we have some tweaking to do, but overall, a damn smooth-running outfit, most affirmed! Just remember, the Association belongs to you all, we Officers are only the keepers of the flame, thus we need input from each and every one of you. Cacti Forever (and ever) Dick
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

CO A 1/35 AUG69 11C
Rex J. (Daddy) Banter <rnmban@citznet.com>
Warren, INDIANA USA -

Hello All, I am saddened to relay that the 4th lost one of their best the day before Christmas. CSM Kahn Carley Jr. lost a fight with cancer at age 70. Kahn was 1st Sgt with A, 1/35 from 11/67 to 11/68. A VERY large Black man with a booming voice, incandescent smile, and a pipe usually lodged firmly in his mouth. For those with an historical bent; LZ Vera, hard by Highway 19 west of Duc Co, was named after Kahn's wife. At that time he had spent more time in the field than any other 1st Sgt in the 4th. There was no "Field First" and another in the rear for admin---Kahn was the real deal and did it all and damn well! He will be honorably buried in Arlington on Jan. 8. To borrow a phrase from Jimmy Breslin: "He was a credit to his race--the human race." RIP Top, the Lord is getting one hell of a First Shirt! Dick Arnold President, 35th Infantry (Cacti) Association.
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

Fellow Cacti: Check out the "What's New" page for new additions to our roster and many new Time Line entries sent by Dave Fogg, Doc Hall and Jim Anderson. Keep it up, guys!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

I was touched by the story Howard Bashant related to our congregation on Sunday, December 30th, as part of our Memorial Service, about Roger Fulkerson. In case Lynne and family read these messages, I just wanted to say thank God that his legacy was found and will go on!
Maria Harris
Dobbs Ferry, NY USA -

Found this entry in the 6 Jan '69 1/35 Daily Journals regarding SRP's (Short Range Patrols). Indicates the SRP concept began 25 July '68 for the 3rd Bde, not sure if the 1st and 2nd Bde's also began the SRP's at the same time. 1038 hours (C) From the Bde OIC TOC to the Bn TOC: Need to know how many SRP team members have been killed since the SRP concept was first employed, Bde informed 6 men have been KIA. 1131 hours (C) In reference to item 42 passed to Bde that we have had 6 KIA's since the SRP concept started 25 July 68 from the S-3.
Dave Fogg <patdavef@naisp.net>
Wrentham, MA USA -

Happy New Year Cacti ! Let's all make a resoultion to find a Cacti brother in 2002. Seattle 6 months 24 days and a wake up.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) <dynawd95@aol.com>
Rverview , MI USA -

Thanks to everyone in the Cacti for making this year and the reunion such a great experience. I am really looking forward to Seattle. Happy New Year. Jim Cooke C, 1/35th 1968
Jim Cooke <jmcooke@swbell.net>
Richardson, TX USA -

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Looking forward to 2002 and seeing everyone again in Seattle.
Doc Johnson <donjohnson@qwestonline.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA -

Hi all Cacti, This is Christmas eve 2001. I remember Christmas day 1967 with Charlie Compamy. Jim previously mentioned it in his note. I was there that day. It was a cold damp and dreary day. We had spent Christmas eve on another hill somewhere a few miles from where we set up Christmas morning. We humped from there to this new location and set up a perimeter. I don't know about the rest of the guys, but I didn't have any Christmas spirit in me. It was just another day in the Nam. We hacked down all the bushes in front of out positions and dug foxholes. I don't remember the Christmas dinner. Later on Lt. Seingo setup about 20 meters behind my position to call in Def Con's. I had went to the next position on my left to visit some squad members. Mortar rounds were being called in to the perspective coordinates. I heard the whistle of the last one which came in, and we all hit the dirt. When you hear the whistle you know it is coming in right on top of you or will be very close. The round landed about 50 or 60 feet behind us onto Lt Seingo his RTO Sp4 Jeter and PFC McClerg, also wounding the others near by. This accident put even more of a dampner on all our spirits that day. God Bless everyone this season and may each of our spirits be full of joy.
Ken Smith <kls235@hotmail.com>
USA -

I was with the 35th in 1951 as 3rd Bn Surgeon and Regimental Surgeon.
James B. Harle, MD <harlejb@cox-internet.com>
Georgetown, TX USA -

Thank You for another year of friendship. Merry Christmas to all of you and your families! This time of year is a time we can all count our blessings as we celebrate the birth of hope for the world with loved ones near and far. We as Americans have a hope brought about by our perserverance toward freedom for all. I hope that our lives cross paths in the coming year and wish you all a healthy and happy 2002. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Wiley (Tiny)Dodd
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) <dynawd95@aol.com>
Riverview, MI USA -

TO ALL CACTI HAVE VERY HAPPY HOLYDAY AND REMEMBER ALL OF OUR PEOPLE WHO ARE IN HARMS WAY WE WERE ALL THERE AT ONE TIME GREENFEATHER A/2-35 64 67
ROY L GREENFEATHER <TLfeather@cs.com>
selah, wa USA -

I would like to wish all our Cacti brothers and sisters a safe and joyous Christmas season and hope that the new year brings you much happiness and prosperity. A special "Thank You" to all our Cacti officers, past and present, for the continuing success of our terrific Association.
John Lorts <jlorts@aol.com>
USA -

LZ SUE (BS 567877) was one of those crappy little places where we operated on the corner of four map sheets. The 2/35th had just gotten into the area. Delta and Recon had CA�ed into the LZ to set up the base on the 20th of December. On the 25th, Charlie Company was off to the east of the hills at 586882 and Bravo was south at 539825. Alpha Company was off somewhere, opcon to someone; I haven�t found out who yet. We were all located on three different map sheets. It was supposed to be the Christmas truce. Ha! Like those ever meant anything except we were supposed to have shorter patrols. On the 24th Bravo had 13 enemy KIA and Charlie had one. The dinks were throwing rocks at the perimeter of Bravo on the night of the 24th trying to draw fire and pinpoint positions. On the Christmas day, Charlie Company was doing what it was supposed to do. Sending out short sweeps just to make sure. Things were kind of quiet. By 1700H, everyone was back in the perimeter and it was time to enjoy Christmas. At 1922H, defcons were called in. One short round, later determined to be defective, landed inside the perimeter of Charlie Co. Lt. Ronald J. Siengo, from C Co, Sp4 Dan Jeter and Pfc. Charles McClerg, with the 2/9th Arty, were KIA. Charlie Company also lost 13 other men that night who were WIA; John Wallace, Raymond Rivera, George Rollins, Wilber Gillespi, Thomas O�Conner, Cluris Spivey, Kenneth Westfall, James Boykin, Brooks Woolcok, Noble Smith, Walter Powell, Leland Edelen, and Ted Deviak. I did not know any of these fine men. But every Christmas my thoughts come back to them. I hope the wounded went on to lives filled with joy. I say a prayer for the family of those who did not return from this day. �Friendly fire� has always been a tragedy of war, but knowing that doesn�t make it feel better. Jim Anderson Bravo 2/35 67-68
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
USA -

I served with Dco1st35th from oct 68 to oct 69. I was at Chu Pa in Jan 69 when our Bn was hit hard. I am just one of the servivers. I would like to here from any one who served during these times.
John B. Lavender [Jack] <lavenderjacklav@aol.com>
New Berlinville, Pa USA -

Howard, I've e-mailed you concerning Roger. Thanks for remembering. To all the Officers of the 35th Association, thanks for your efforts and for the leadership that keeps this organization alive and moving forward. To ALL you 35th Bros. Have a safe and rewarding holiday season. May God bless and keep you well.
Don Blankin <donnie_b@mindspring.com>
Blacksburg, SC USA -

I went to high school with Roger Fulkerson (Troy High School, Class of 63). We were on the swiming team together. We are holding our 40th reunion next year (2003) and would like to remember roger in some way. I would like to hear more from Michael Kurtgis about Roger. Thanks
Howard Bashant <fadedbarn@aol.com>
katonah, NY USA -

Fellow Cacti: Just another reminder about computer viruses. There are several new ones going around. DON'T OPEN ANY ATTACHMENT ENDING IN .EXE, .PIC, etc. It is also dangerous to open a .DOC attachment unless you know it is coming, and who from. I personally don't open any attachment exept .JPG and .BMP. If you receive an attachment other than those, write to the person who sent it to confirm. Chances are they won't know anything about it. I received an attachment the other day called "christmas.exe" and of course deleted it right away. Today I found out that it is a particularly nasty virus. Good luck and Happy Holidays!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

IF YOU ARE ON OUR CACTI ROSTER A NEWSLETTER WAS MAILED TO YOU RECENTLY. ON OR ABOUT THE 4TH OF DEC. I JUST RECEIVED MINE IN THE MAIL ON MONDAY DEC 17. I LIVE LESS THAN 30 MILES FROM THE PO WHERE THEY WERE BULK MAILED. HOPEFULLY THE DELIVERY SCHEDULE IS NOT BASED ON THAT PROXIMITY RATIO. ALL I CAN SAY IS YOU SHOULD HAVE YOURS SOON OR BY EARLY JAN 2002 IF YOU LIVE WAY WAY AWAY FROM TAMPA, FL. IF YOU DON'T RECEIVE IT BY JAN 05, PLEASE EMAIL ME. IF YOU RECEIVED IT ALREADY OR IN THE NEAR FUTURE PLEASE SEND ME AN EMAIL SAYING SO. NOW PLEASE READ THRU IT THOROUGHLY AS THERE IS IMPORTANT INFO CONCERNING FUTURE MAILINGS TO NONMEMBERS. IF YOU ARE NOT A CARD CARRYING LIFE OR ANNUAL CURRENTLY PAID UP MEMBER THEN THIS MAY BE THE LAST ISSUE YOU GET. I KNOW I, KNOW, SOMEONE OUT THERE IS SAYING FINE THEY DIDN'T WANT IT ANYWAY. WELL YOU HAVE SOME PEOPLE WHO WORK VERY HARD ON PUTTING THIS ASSN TOGETHER AND DOING THE NEWSLETTER IS PART OF THAT ASSN BUSINESS. SO IF YOU ARE ONE OF THE MAJORITY THAT ENJOY GETTING THE NEWS THEN SEND IN YOUR 2002 DUES SOON, OR BECOME A LIFE MEMBER.. ALSO PLEASE REMEMBER THAT MEMBERSHIP IN EITHER THE 25TH INFANTRY OR 4TH INFANTRY DIVISION ASSOCIATIONS IS A GREAT THING BUT DOES NOT AUTOMATICALLY MAKE YOU A 35TH INFANTRY REGIMENT ASSN MEMBER. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL TO JOIN THEIR RESPECTIVE DIVISION ASSNS AND THE 35TH INF REGT ASSN AS WELL... IF YOU ARE A LIFE MEMBER ALREADY THEN I SALUTE YOU AND YOU DON'T OWE ANYMORE DUES, HOWEVER CONTRIBUTIONS ARE NEVER REFUSED AS THEY HELP FINANCE THE NEWSLETTER. FOR THOSE OF YOU THAT HAVE NOT ATTENDED ONE OF THE REUNIONS YET, THEN LOOK AT THE PICTURES IN THIS NEWS ISSUE AND SEE THE GOOD TIMES THAT THE GUYS AND LADIES AT THE REUNION IN KC HAD AND WILL HAVE AGAIN AT FUTURE REUNIONS. MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND A FUTURE REUNION, SEATTLE JULY 25-28, 2002. WISHING ALL OF YOU THE BEST OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON AND BE ASSURED THAT THE SPIRIT OF THE CACTI WILL ENDURE FOREVER. Ben Youmans Secretary/Treasurer 35th Inf Regt Assn. C 2/35th 1968
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

glad to find this i was assigned to h company 35th infantry dec.1 1939.am sending application for membership.
-samuel h.money <shmoney20@aol.com>
longview, tx USA -

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blah <blah@blah.com>
USA -

JUST A FEW WORDS TO SAY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR
PAUL D. WATSON <PHW002@AOL.COM>
MUSKEGON, MI USA -

brother catci; i just want to wish everyone a merry christmas and a happy new year, with good health and good memories. i will never forget christmas 1967 in the nam on, lz liz, with echo 2/35. remember our kia,pow&mias in your prayers. was anyone at lz west on jan 9-10 68 just outside tam key? if so please cantact me. god bless you and our troups in harms way. together then-together again
troyhaspel <rtonam67-68@col.com>
fernandina bch, fl USA -

Hi All, I haven't posted for a couple of weeks and my last one is kind of buried by all the new postings now. Many of you are aware that we are conducting a drive to try and get all our Vietnam era guys to obtain copies of their Vietnam orders. We hope to use these orders to help identify additional old Cacti members. I will be most happy to walk you through the simple procedure for filling out the form to obtain these orders. (There will be no cost to you in obtaining these.) The orders themselves will come to you, all we ask is that you make us a copy of any order that mentions other 1/35th or 2/35th members so that we might attempt to locate them. The Association is promoting this in order to try and help all you guys to find the old buddies that you have always wanted to locate. If you already have old orders laying around we would be happy to have these too. I can be e-mailed at the address above or write me at 1335 N. Broad St./ Woodbury, NJ 08096 Thanks for your help. Doc
Jim "Doc" Hall <hall35@earthlink.net>
Woodbury, NJ USA -

I recieved this email from Bruce Suttles wife regarding the funeral for Ramon Frescas. This is the true CACTI spirit that is forever in all who served in the 35th Infantry Regiment. Greetings, Ben. This is Bruce's wife, Julene. Bruce has to work late tonight so he asked me to write to you to finish the saga of CPL Frescas' return home. Yesterday, as you know, Bruce did what he could to put more word out about the funeral and burial. Also, we bought a nice (but inexpensive) photograph/keepsake box, black with a silver-colored metal picture frame top just the right size to contain the hat and insignia you sent here. To place in the picture frame, I printed out a card with Ramon's "statistics" and the words "Remembered by the 35th Infantry Regiment Association". I am sending in a separate e-mail some PC camera photos of the box and contents. The camera is new to us, so if the photos don't come through to you properly, let us know and we'll try again. In person, the box is really quite elegant-looking and I think you would have approved. This morning we attended the funeral and burial and it was just wonderful! The attendees were 8 or 10 of Ramon's relatives and many veterans and active-duty soldiers, young and older. We figure that about 150 people altogether showed up at the funeral, or the burial, or both. The Chaplain did an outstanding job of telling about the circumstances of the deaths of Ramon and virtually all of his Company, the importance of recognizing such events even at this late date, and the importance especially to the young people of recognizing and remembering out true heroes. It was a very touching and heartwarming and healing experience. The service lasted about 45 minutes. At the Ft. Bliss National Cemetery the Army had arranged for military honors, three-gun salute, bugler playing taps, and all, with perhaps 25 young soldiers taking part. Bruce made your presentation to Ramon's brother, now 80 years old, after the flag ceremony along with several other presentations including a very touching tribute by the Order of the Purple Heart who had an Honor Guard there. Also the local VFW had a large contingent present. Among others in attendance were quite a few active duty soldiers and several people who appeared to be civilians. And at least 4 TV cameras were there taping -- probably television stations. The history we learned today was amazing -- an incredible battle with so few survivors that local Korean farmers ended up burying the dead -- 200 or more Americans -- in the field where they lay. And they remained there until "rediscovered" in 1999. Since then they've been in the process of being identified and returned home. "Our" Ramon was 20 years old and very handsome with a melt-your-heart smile when he was killed in battle 51 years ago, and like the rest in his Company was listed as "missing in action" until now... I didn't realize until this morning how very important it was to recognize an "ordinary" soldier like that even after half a century. Ramon had been fine all these years, but the others -- the remaining family members, the old and very old veterans, and the very young active-duty soldiers -- all needed this confirmation of being cherished, and needed, and never forgotten... We were able to take a few photos there, and have, so far, one small article which appeared in the El Paso Times newspaper on Thursday, and a program from the funeral today all of which Bruce will mail to you in a couple days. We'll wait to see if any more appears in the paper this weekend... Wishing you many blessings... Julene
Ben Youmans <c23568@gte.net>
USA -

Fellow Cacti: Check out "What's New" on the home page of this site. You'll find many, many new time line entries, some roster addititions, and a new section called "Korean War Stories".
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

The Cacti will be represented at El Paso for the funeral of Ramon Frescas. Bruce Suttles a Cacti who served in Vietnam with the 2/35th lives there and will be at the ceremony and has also passed the word to the Vet community out there. We sent a Cacti hat, 2 Cacti Crests and a CIB for Ramon. It will be presented by Bruce. I will post the flyer that Bruce made on the bulletin board. Cacti Forever..
Ben Youmans <c23568@gte.net>
USA -

VIRUS ALERT! There is a virus going around. It comes via e-mail attachment. A blank e-mail with an attachment like ATT00014.txt. When you open the attachment it duplicates itself and sends itself to all in your address book. Delete these e-mails before opening the attachment.
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
USA -

Attention Korean Vets - Please check out a mesage on the Message Board concerning a Korean Vet being buried in El Paso.
Phillip Buice <philb007@bellsouth.net>
Tucker, GA USA -

Darn Tom please forgive me. My eyes were very misted as I typed your message and put in an H instead of an L. Hopefully you will understand. Tom Maloney you did good while you were with us and dont anyone ever forget that.
Ben Youmans
USA -

A great sadness is with many of us at this time. The passing of Tom Mahoney is a tremendous hurt that is shared by all. I am glad I had the chance to meet him at several reunions. He definitely impressed me as a Gentleman and someone who do whatever he could for you. I am proud to call him Cacti Brother. Tom I know you are up there looking down and remember as long as we remember you then you are not truly gone. A big Hand Salute to you Brother. A toast to you my friend-- Here's to us--and those like us---damn few left. TAPS will be played for you and all our departed Cacti Brothers in Seattle. We will not forget.
Ben Youmans <c23568@gte.net>
USA -

I just opened my e-mail this morning and learned of Tom Maloney's passing. I didn't know Tom in Vietnam but find this news just as unsettling as if I had heard it back then. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Tom's family and friends.
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

A few hours ago I received a phone call from Terry Savely who told me that Tom Maloney passed away. I spent ten months out in the field with Tom and he was the best squad leader in the 3rd platoon during that time. Tom was the only squad leader I knew that would rather walk point himself than have one of his men do it. That's the type of guy he was. When the pressure was on you could always count on Tom being there. Bravo Co. lost a damn good solder today and a good man and we all loved him. I will miss him.
Gary Lee <Bravo235@aol.com>
Staten Island, NY USA -

Toms death is a terrible shock. He asked me to go golfing 3 weeks ago but I was too busy. i loved him and will miss him. Please send messages to our web sight and I will go to Toms house and show his wife your feelings to our Cacti Brother. He was a good man amd one that all of us are proud of and the man he became. You guys from Bravo Co had one of the best having BIG TOM. ts TOC 68-60
terry savely <tsavely@knust.com>
USA -

Tom's passing is a terrible shock. Just 3 weeks ago he asked me to go golfing but I was too busy. He was a fine man and one that all Cati should be be proud of . I loved him . I will do what I can to comfort his wife in the times to come. She does not know how to acess our web sight so I will do what I can to help her. I will be gone for the next 4 days but when I retuurn, i will go see her and show her the Cacti messages. Excuse the grammer and spelling but I am very sad. Please send messages for her. ts TOC 68-69
terry savely <tsavely@knust.com>
USA -

It is my sad duty to inform you of the passing of one of our fine Cacti today. From what I understand Tom had a heart attack and bypass Tuesday, but was struggling to recover and passed away this morning. Tom was one of the finest people that I had met in my life and I know that he will be missed by everyone. His funeral is Sat. at 1pm Brookside Funeral Home 13401 East Tex Freeway Houston, Tx Condolences to : Lynn Maloney 3010 Apple Valley Lane Missouri City, TX 77439
Doc Johnson <donjohnson@qwestonline.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA -

Very good news for all Cati. On our sister site "A Walk With the 35th" thanks to some great efforts by Jim Anderson there is in place a "roster" of all the guys that the Association "thinks" it knows the location for. It could be that that buddy you'd like to find is already found. To view this information just click on the "A walk With the 35th" symbol on the beginning page of this web site. Scroll to the bottom and click on "Main Index" Scroll down and click on "Current Rosters" This will give you information on how to use this section. There is, I believe, over 2000 names of Cacti there from WWII through Vietnam. Don't forget to appreciate the efforts of Ben Youman's who has agreed to take on even more of a work load to help you find those buddies. Good luck and good hunting.
Jim "Doc" Hall <hall35@earthlink.net>
Woodbury, NY USA -

Fellow Cacti: Over the last month we have received a flood of TimeLine submissions. Due to a death in the family, I have gotten a little behind, but rest assured, all entries will be appearing within the next week. Check the "What's New" page to see if the ones you submitted are there. If not, contact me or resubmit. Thanks for your patience. PS: New timeline entries will pop up in a new window from now on. That is because we have so many in 1968 that all would not fit on one page anymore. Keep them coming!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

2nd or 3rd week of exploring this Great web site. Great to hear from all the survivors and to hear how well they've done. I suppose surviving nam made living in the world, that much sweeter, and that much easier. Lastly, this is a superlatively maintained web site, that has brought consolation to our fallen brothers' famalies. Hope to meet you soon. j c
julius "j c" miskovich <misky@stargate.duq.edu>
homestead, pa USA -

I am seeking information from any of the survivors from recon platoon, HHC, 1/35th that took part in the fighting along the Cambodian border on June 24, 1966. I was attached to the unit as forward observer for 4.2 inch mortars and am writing an essay on the fighting that day. Any after-action reports would be appreciated as well. Thanks
Mike Kellermeyer <Malvinlee@cs.com>
Ft. Wayne, IN USA -

Hi Guys, Do any of you other guys think that the message board is redundant? Almost all of the posts by association members and others are entered here in the guestbook. Is there any reason that the message board and the guest book can't be consolidated?
Mike Reiley <mikereiley@hotmail.com>
Boise, Id USA -

During the last reunion I participated in a project by Jim,Doc,Hall to get copies of orders from the Vietnam war. Last week I got a big thick envelope from the National Personnel Records Center. Inside were a dozen or so old orders from basic, AIT and Nam. While going through them I spotted names that I had forgotten for over 30 years. I know that the purpose of this project was to find other cacti but it also has helped me in ways that I can't explain here. If any of you guys out there haven't participated in this project I would reccommend it highly. Thanks to everone who got this program going.
Art Johnson <artjj@hotmail.com>
Arlington, WA USA -

Hi Guys, For those of you who completed the paperwork and sent away for copies of your Vietnam orders at the Kansas City reunion, they are beginning to arrive. If there are anymore Cacti out there who want to send away for their orders I will be happy to assist you in this. Also if there are anyone out there with copies of orders in their possession that mention other Cacti I would appreciate any copies that you can send. Please send to: Jim "Doc" Hall/1335 N. Broad St./ Woodbury, NJ 08096
Jim "Doc" Hall <hall35@earthlink.net>
Woodbury, NJ USA -

Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! Things are looking up - Afghan house of cards is collapsing, and our casualities are low. Stock Market seems to be recovering; hopefully the job market will pick up early next year. Lessons of Viet Nam haven't been fully absorbed though - did you notice that bombing targets are subject to approval in the Pentagon? I hope you and your families are well and in good spirits.
Gary Dittmer - A Co. 1/35 1967-68 <gdittmer@home.com>
Woodbridge, Va USA -

My message copied from one year ago is still true:I come home from work every day and take a look here to see if there is someone new that has signed in. In the past two months there has been less than a dozen entries. Then it dawned on me; WE ARE ALL LOOKING HERE BUT NOT SAYING ANYTHING. Please leave a message, a comment,a question please. That is the only way we can find each other. How about Frank Hillis? he was a Medic with Bravo 2/35 in 68/69. Then he went to Ft Knox for a few months before he went back home to Ohio. Cacti Forever!! 11/02/00
Peter J Birrow <sbirrow@aol.com 11/22/01>
Tyngsboro, Ma USA -

Happy Thanksgiving to all of the Cacti that I have met over the past four years. May you have a safe and peaceful day tomorrow as we give thanks for what we have and pray for the strengh to help others that are not as fortunate as we have been. I look forward to meeting even more Cacti in the future as our organization moves ahead to greater goals.
Peter J Birrow B 2/35, 68/69. 11/21/01 <sbirrow@aol.com>
Tyngsboro, Ma USA -

Cacti Newsletter Due to: problems converting the reunion pictures and retaining reasonable clarity, illness of the lady we use to format, and heavy job workloads for both Ben Youmans and myself---the Cacti Newsletter is getting out very late. We plan to have it to the mail house by mid-next week and hopefully in your hands shortly after. We apologize for the delay and feel very frustrated about our performance, we are looking for ways to make us more efficient in the future. The Newsletter is nearly entirely devoted to the Kansas City reunion; we trust you will find it worth having to wait for. Again, please accept our sincere regrets. Dick Arnold President 35th Infantry (Cacti) Association
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

I WAS IN G.CO 35TH REGT 25TH DIV. IN 51/52 RETIRED IN 1971AS 1ST SGT. RET IN BERLIN GER. GLAD TO JOIN THE 35TH AGAIN.. SID HAMER
SIDNEY N HAMER <sidneyhamer@hotmail.com>
SPRUCE CREEP, PA USA -

Thanks to Jim Cooke for directing me to this website. My father was 1LT Steven Gillmer, KIA June 3, 1968. I was born on May 14, 1968 so I have no memory of who my father was except from info from my family. If anybody out there knew my dad, I would love to hear from you. I have all of his medals, uniforms and his Honorable Service certificate hanging on the wall. After September 11, I flew the flag that rested on his coffin in honor of the USA. God Bless America and thank you to those who fought and died to protect it.
Steven M. Gillmer II <txaggie1991@yahoo.com>
Houston, TX USA -

To all of the beloved Veteren's on this weekend that we remember how all of you fought to keep our country free. I think of you all the time,I am the sister of 1LT Steven M. Gillmer KIA on June 3,1968. I have just recently found this web site and am so very thankful to all of the men of the Cacti who take their time to continue on sharing all this wonderful information. Please contact me & help me see Steven's last days. "United We Stand" Much Love and Admiration to all of you.
Becky Kinnear <gorphelya@qwest.net>
Tacoma, WA USA -

Just wanted to wish all of you a Happy peaceful Veterans.When you say your prayers for our lost brothers remember to pray for those who are becoming Veterans now.Only a vet knows of the sacrifice and courage it takes to become a Veteran
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) <dynawd95@aol.com>
Riverview, MI USA -

MY VFW POST 379 YAKIMA WAS INVITED TO GO TO GO TO SCHOOL AGAIN TODAY THE KIDS WANTED TO GET TOGEATHER W/ SOME VETS I [I THOUGHT ] THEY ESCORTED US AROUND THE SCHOOL (i didnt know it untill later they were stalling for time they escorted us [we had had a rep from each branch of the svc ] we walked into the audtitorium and all of the young folks stood up and gave us a standing ovation they escorted us to our seats and then put on a 45 min program to tell all of you how they felt about what you [we] have sacrificed for them [our country] as long as we have the young people that i have seen today we have passed it on into good hands ROY L GREENFEATHER 1SG RET
ROY L GREENFEATHER <TLfeather@cs.com>
SELAH, WA USA -

Great to see an active page of my brothers.
julius "j.c." miskovich <misky@stargate.duq.edu>
homestead, pa USA -

I really appreciated the letter from Jim "Doc" Hall. I had tried to get in touch with some of the members of my platoon (3rd Platoon, Bravo Co.) for quite some time after getting out of the army, but was never successful and finally gave up. It is great to now get a second chance. My thanks to all involved in setting up the web site and researching the 35th. I will try to forward some pictures to the site soon (my scanner is on the fritz right now)
Ronald Gray <G8287@aol.com>
Owensboro, KY USA -

WAS IN G.CO.35TH REGT 25TH DIV. IN51/52. HAVE READ SOME OF THE ENTRIES AND ENJOYED THEM THANKS. 1ST SGT SID HAMER RETIRED U,S,ARMY
SIDNEY N HAMER <SIDNEYHAMER@HOTMAIL.COM>
SPRUCE CREEK, PA USA -

2 of 35th, E company, recon, 69 & 70
donal cline <donal.cline@thiokol.com>
elkton, md USA -

Dave, the web site is looking beautiful. I missed it while it was down. Thanks for all of the hard work. For all of you guys who participated in the "Orders Project" at of after the last reunion, You should start seeing your orders coming in November or December. I'll be in touch with all of you next month. We have already had a bit of success from orders that some of you had on hand. I'll report more to all of you next month. Thanks
Doc Hall <hall35@earthlink.net>
Woodbury, NJ USA -

Just a quick note to say thank you to Dave for the great work on the site. it is looking very good! Also, for you guys who would like to help locate some of our "not yet found" brothers, I have posted some of the old rosters to the "Walk" site along with some information on how to search them out. Let's make it a goal to find at least one "lost bro" in the coming year. If you have an old roster, type it up in Word or Excel and get it to me and I'llpost it online. Take care all. Jim B 2/35 67-68
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

Dave Muxo..you are a treasure and again you have done an OUTSTANDING job and we send you our thanks!! Does everyone know that Dave and Pat Manrique became the proud grandparents of TWIN BOYS ( Mason & Colby) on 10/18! We think they are MUCH too young to be Grandparents!! The Hollerans
Jim & Kathy Holleran <jkholl@pacbell.net>
Santa Rosa, Ca USA -

Happy to see you up and running again, I missed checking in everyday.
Art Johnson <artjj@hotmail.com>
USA -

Fellow Cacti: If you are reading this then you are on our new site. I think everything is working, but if you find a problem please let me know. The reunion photos are back in downloadable form. And this info for you chat room chatters: The chat room and message board will be down from this Friday, 10-26-01, to Monday while Bravenet moves ITS servers.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Glad to see we're up and running again. Thanks Dave! Doc
Doc Johnson <donjohnson@qwestonline.com>
Baton Rouge, LA USA -

Test gustbook entry.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Fellow Cacti: Well, the new server is all loaded and this site will move there over the weekend. It may take a week for our domain name (www.cacti35th.org) to be transferred there, but you'll know it when you see it. In the meantime, any updates you send me will go to the new site. You will not see them here. You will not have to make any changes to your browsers. When you type www.cacti35th.org you will simply go to the new server automatically. Our main page is now yellow. The new site has a light blue background. That's how you'll know it. God Bless America!! and her fighting men and women.
David Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Gads!! Wrong e-mail in below message! Use this one, please.
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
USA -

Hello to all! Just a quick note to let everyone know that I've added a couple new sections to the "Walk With the 35th" site. First, a section on our History. eginning with the first battle on the Arizona border and up through Guadalcanal. I hope to finish WWII soon and get on to posting information on Korea and, of course, more on Vietnam. The second section is in the MAPS section. A Timeline for the 2/35th with FSB and LZ grids, and instructions on how to order Maps from USGS. If some of you 1/35th guys could get me more info, I will be happy to get it online too. We were all there together! Enjoy.
Jim Anderson <nosedna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

Just a quick note (maybe) to let everyone know what a WONDERFUL time my wife (Marci) and I had In Kansas City. Nothing I can say here, will convey the absolute gratitude we feel to you folks who set up this and other reunions. It's such a great experience to be around guys like you, just as it was 30 plus years ago. Thanks for keeping me alive then and adding to my life now. Marci & I do so look forward to next year in Seattle. Our only regret is that we feel we have not contributed to the sharing in some of the work. Just call on me (us), and we'll be more than happy to help. Finally, let me say a few words for all of us. Mike Dolan, a great Irishman (is there any other kind?) and also a member of our fine Association has been working as a volunteer firefighter at "groung zero" in Manhattan for such a long time now. Away from his family, looking death in the eye, and only there to help those who are less fortunate. GOD BLESS HIM AND OTHER LIKE HIM. He was a hero over 30 years ago in Vietnam and he is once again a hero today. May the wind be always at his back and the road always rise up to meet him. .
Tony "Tash" Taschler <golfer@indy.net>
Avon, IN USA -

WELL FOLKS TIMES MUST BE A CHANGING MY WIFE AND WAS AT THE POST OFFICE TODAY TO GET STAMPS I WAITED IN THE CAR AND THIS ELDERY LADY WALKED BEHIND MY CAR AND WENT IN AFTER AWHILE SHE CAME BACK OUT AND STOOD IN BACK OF MY CAR FOR AWHILE AND THEN CAME UP TO MY WINDOW SHE ASKED IF I HAD BEEN WOUNDED [I HAVE PURPLE HEART LISCENSE PLATES] I TOLD HER I HAD SHE REACHED THROUGH MY WINDOW PATTED ME ON THE SHOULDER AND SAID THANK YOU AND WALKED OFF IT BROUGHT A COUPLE OF TEARS GREENFEATHER
ROY L GREENFEATHER <TLfeather@cs.com>
SELAH, WA USA -

I HAD SIGNED THE LIST ALONG TIME AGO AND THOUGHT I HAD BETTER THANK ALL THAT ARE INVOLVED IN MAKING THIS SUCH A FINE SIGHT. THANKS AGAIN. G.CO 35THREGT 25 DIV. 51/52 RETIRED 1ST SGT
SIDNEY N HAMER <sidneyhamer@hotmail.com>
SPRUCE CREEK, PA USA16683 -

Fellow Cacti: I've received several inquiries about downloading images from the last reunion. Since they are displayed in a slideshow format, they cannot be downloaded directly. However, soon our site will be on a new, larger, server, and the photos will be available both in the slideshow and in a downloadable form. I will add a link above the slideshow indicating where the downloadable images are. If anyone has contributed photos, and does not want them to be provided in downloadable format, please let me know. Now, another topic. The appearance of the "nimda" virus has many people worried. My best recommendation is that everyone invest in a good virus protection program, for example from Norton or McCaffey. "Nimda" is not dangerous to your computer, however, it spreads easily and is a serious problem. DO NOT click on any attachment to an email unless you know it is coming and you know who it is from. Check with the sender if you receive any attachments which have the ".exe" or ".doc" extensions. Practice safe computing! GOD BLESS AMERICA and her fighting men and women.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Thank You for creating this web site. I am the wife of Delbert (Ray) Brockmeyer Jr. His father was (KIA) Delbert Brockmeyer Company C, 1st Battalion, 35 Infantry, 4th Infantry Division. Delbert was killed before his son was born. This web site has given us insight to Delbert death. I want to THANK you guy's for taking the time to write about it. Also Jim Cooke for finding us after 29 YEARS... you are a special person. Thank You Jim Cooke and the Men of Company C for the flowers for Delbert's grave. I wish I could give each and every one of you guy's a hug. Thank You Debbie Brockmeyer
Debbie Brockmeyer <dig@egyptian.net>
Ava , IL USA -

Dave, it's a treat every time I get a chance to visit the website. You do an awesome job my friend. Many thanks for your effort!!!
Don Blankin <donnie_b@mindspring.com>
Blacksburg, SC USA -

Dave Muxo, you have done an awesome job with the new look of the website. Webmaster Pointman.. Thanks for your dedication.
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@gte.net>
USA -

Like Dick Arnold (see below) I was shocked by what happened yesterday. We will always have difficulty dealing with an enemy that doesn't value human life because it's so foreign to our Culture. We have fought a similar enemy in our Asian Wars of the last Century. We will have to soundly defeat this new enemy - to the roots of their organization, including their financial backers, and the countries that support them. We should also move with hyperspeed to develop an alternative to oil - cut off their cash flow. I hope our Military is ready for the call: "Saddle Up"! God Bless America!
Gary Dittmer A Co, 1/35 1967-68 <gdittmer@home.com>
Woodbridge, Va USA -

Just wanted to express my appreciation to all that came to Kansas City for the reunion. I was great having you all here. My many thanks to my wife Susan, Tom Mahon and Joan. Their help was increadable and I am looking forward to the next one in Seattle. "CACTI FOREVER" Ole
Alan (ole) Olsen <alolsen@swbell.net>
Overland Park , Ks USA -

Thanks to everyone who attended the third annual reunion in Kansas City. My wife Susan, Tom Mahon and Joan were a great help to me do the hosting. It was a pleasure to have you all here and will be looking forward to next year in Seattle. "CACTI FOREVER" Ole
Alan (Ole) Olsen <alolsen@swbell.net>
Overland Park , Ks USA -

Hello All, Like most Americans, I was mesmerized and galvanized by yesterday's tragedies. It appears we are headed for the greatest number of deaths in one day since Antietam. In the midsts of it all though, it also appears the unique American ability to pull together as one united peoples is strongly intact. Was it not a beautiful sight to see the Congressmen/Congressladies sing "God Bless America?" As veterans, most of us also took special umbrage at the despicable cowardliness of it all and also clearly understood the meaning of targeting the Pentagon. My only response I could think of was to call home and tell Joanie to put my Flag out that I generally reserve for weekends and holidays. If any good at all can come from this it perhaps will be a heightened sense that there is good and evil, darkness and light, friends and enemies in this crazy world. As President Bush eloquently pointed-out, we were targeted because America STILL shines as a beacon for individual freedoms and the greatest opportunity for the common man. Hopefully, we may now have a counter-weight to misguided geopolitical considerations and favored-nations trading pacts, Our prayers are with our Country and with our leaders to find a meaningful, but measured response. And of course, to the soldiers, sailors, and airmen who may go in harm's way to deliver that response. God Bless America, Dick
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_J@lilly.com>
USA -

i got an email with a virus a couple weeks ago from a cacti source wiped out every thing .yesterday i got another e mail from another cacti sourcewith avirus . my notrton progaram caught it this time.this onr came from phil landis. idont have his email so would someone tell him? these viruses are very sneaky in how they get you to open them. art hughes
art hughes <art @ap.net>
petaluma , ca USA -

ATTENTION ALL BRAVO 2/35 GUYS FROM 68/69. LT JOHN BARBEAU HAS BEEN LOCATED IN ILLINOIS. HE IS RETIRED AND IS WORKING AS A MISSIONARY! HIS PHONE:618-332-2463, E-MAIL:jbarbeau@serviceinternational.org. LETS GIVE BILL "Uncle Wally" WALLIN A BIG CACTI SALUTE FOR FINDING JOHN. IF EACH ONE OF US FINDS ONE MORE CACTI, WE WILL BE MULTIPLYING QUICKER THAN GERBILS !!! CACTI FOREVER, PETE.
PETER J BIRROW 9/10/01 <sbirrow@aol.com>
Tyngsboro, Ma USA -

What Dave says below is correct I did have a virus it was sending out files from my cable line address I have installed a updated antivirus program and the problem should be gone, but if you recieve anything from dynawd1@home.net for the next couple of days do not open it and contact me
Wiley (Tiny) <dynawd95@aol.com>
USA -

VIRUS ALERT: Be aware that there are several email viruses circulating, at least one among Cacti. Don't open any attached Word document, or run any attached exe unless you know it is coming and who it is coming from. Check with the sender if you are unsure. I just received an exe from Wiley Dodd, and he didn't know that it had been sent. These things spread quickly because they come from people you know, so always check anyway.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Fellow Cacti: I just read a disturbing article in the paper. Seems someone defaced the KC Vietnam Vets memorial on Wednesday. I guess there are still people out there who don't understand, after all this time. It's still up to us to remember and honor our fallen brothers. I have never been so proud as when I stood with all of you who attended the reunion for our group pictures. We went into battle as strangers, and came back brothers. Only we will ever understand that.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

I am looking for photos that show former Cacti Soldiers reenlisting. I would love to post your photos in the 2/35 BN Reenlistment Office. Please send photos to: SSG Ellsworth, Scott A. HHC 2/35 IN, Schofield Barracks, HI 96857 Please send your photo with your name and information pertaining to your reenlistment. Thanks for your support. CACTI!!!!!!!
SSG Ellsworth <ellsworthscott@msn.com>
Wahiaw, HI USA -

2/35 BN Retention NCO. REUP CACTI!!!!!!!!!
Scott A. Ellsworth <ellsworthscott@msn.com>
Wahiawa, HI USA -

KC was the reunion for but will not be the last. Would like to thank every on for the great time my wife had. And a specia thanks to the Men of A 2/35 brought back so many memories
Pat Martin <SGTPAT50@AOL>
Florence, SC USA -

OK, Sports Fans, photos from the KC reunion are now ready for magic transmission! Contact me at the address shown, and I will send as soon as possible, in the order received. (Photos can be manipulated through "Picture It", "Adobe" or any similar software.) If you want prints or a CD, contact me at the same address. Please acknowledge receipt, when the pics arrive via e-mail. Enjoy.
Steve Rainbolt <srainbolt@baai.com>
Indpls, IN USA -

Each reunion seems more fun than the last, I can't wait for Seattle. A great big hand salute to all who helped organize it, great job guys. It's an honor to spend 4 days a year with such a great group of people. Cacti Forever
Joe Henderson <Leaper420@aol.com>
Levittown, PA USA -

Fellow Cacti and friends: We now have some photos posted under Reunions - Reunion 2001 Photos. I have identified many, however I need your help to complete the captions and identify everyone. Just send me an email naming the picture number (example: Mug Shots, number 6) and who is in the picture. I'd like to have everyone's name on the photos. And if you have photos scanned of the reunion, and you haven't sent them yet; shame, shame, shame. Your mother would be disappointed in you if she knew! Cacti Forever.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

I was in the weapons platoon of Alpha Co. 1/35.I helped crew the 3rd squad gun and i also drove the squad's 3/4 ton truck.My nickname was Gus.
Norman H. Gustafson <Flash45201@aol.com>
Warwick, R.I. USA -

Thanks to John Pearman, D/E/HHC 2/35th, we were able to post the pamphlet - "The Fighting Fourth in Vietnam" to the Walk With the 35th site. 26 pages of photos and information on all of the 4th Div units during their first year in Vietnam. Many thanks to John for saving this booklet for all these years. The booklet is posted under Other Cool Stuff accessed from the main index menu. Enjoy. Jim B 2/35 67-68
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

Howard, my email keeps getting returned, is the email address you posted correct?
Dave Fogg <patdavef@naisp.net>
Wrentham, MA USA -

Good to meet some of the B 1/35th. The reunion was well worth the trip, and the efforts of those who worked so hard to deliver a qualilty event are to be commended. It was a previlige to be in the company of such an esteemed group. I look forward to future events as well.
Howard Johnson <Hjohnnson1@mn.rr.com>
Minnetonka , MN USA -

I had a great time in KC! Thanks to all the Cacti brothers (and sisters) that I had the opportunity to meet. It was very special for me to meet Phillippe Saunier (FO, B Co, 2/35, '66) after all these years. He's one of those special guys that's always there when you need him (especially when you could really use a well-placed H.E. round!) Thanks to all the past and present officers of the Association who work tirelessly on our behalf. A big thanks to "Doc" Hall for getting me to send off for my orders, something that I had not been able to do on my own! Also a big "pat on the back" to "Andy" Jim Anderson for providing all the unit history books. And a special thanks to the active duty Cacti, you made us all very proud! It was great to see so many of our brothers from Korea and of course those from WWII. I hope to see everyone again next year. - John
John Lorts <jlorts@aol.com>
Virginia Beach, VA USA -

IT WAS A HARD TASK TO FOLLOW UP A REUNION CITY LIKE WASHINGTON D.C.FOR VETERANS OF KOREA AND VEITNAM.LETS HOPE THEY CAN FINISH THE ONE FOR THE WORLD WAR II GUYS BEFORE THEY ARE ALL GONE. KC WAS CENTRALLY LOCATED AND ATTENDENCE WAS UP.LOOKING FORWARD TO SEATTLE. LETS TRY FOR 300 IN ATTENDENCE.GET THE COMPUTERS SMOKING.
GIB. MCKENNA <gilbert.mckennadotmack3@worldnet.att.net>
PHOENIX , AZ. USA -

I've just been alerted to a major malfunction in our roster pages. Some of the companies are scrambled. I will straighten it out in the next day or two. Also, start looking for pictures from the reunion over the weekend.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

OK Russ Owen and Russ Stout former 2/35 FO's 68-69. I know you're out there. Put something on this page so these guys can get in touch with you. You won't believe what you're missing!!
Don Blankin <donnie_b@mindspring.com>
Blacksburg, SC USA -

i flew with the 4th avn bn in 67 68. as a crew chief door gunner on slicks. WELCOME HOME TO ALL OF YOU. clear left
dick halstead <rotorhead67@ia4u.net>
olivet, mi USA -

are any of the cacti going to the kokomo ind reunion in sept. would like to see you there. clear left
dick halstead <rotorhead67@ia4u.net>
olivet, mi USA -

Thanks to all of you Cacti who had kind words about the website during the reunion in KC. I do my best, but most of the credit goes to those who went before me. And thanks to those of you who allowed me to scan your photos in the hospitality room. I'll have them on the site ASAP. For those of you who promised to send me scans and photos, I know who you are and where you live. If you don't come through, my cousin Guido will be paying you a visit! Cacti Forever.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Well, our 3rd Reunion is now history but will remain in the minds of those who attended for a long time. It was great to see so many Cacti and their families come together for a weekend of friendship, camaraderie and remembrance. The Esprit' d Corps lives on in all Cacti from Orin Love, Anti-Tank Company, 1944-46 to PFC Scott Bennetch A 2/35th presently on Active Duty at Schofield Barracks and Enlisted Man of the Quarter. 1944-2001 the years covered by the 275 Cacti and Families. Wow. I would like to thank some people who represent the Cacti Spirit, people who gave of themselves at this reunion unselfishly. Pete Birrow, Organizer Extraordinaire, Al & Susan Olsen, Tom Mahon and Joan, Workerbees in the Hospitality Room, a great job. Joel & Kathy Luethjohann, great job on the Raffles. Joe & Martha Henderson, fantastic PX merchandise. Jim & Kay Anderson for hauling 90 pounds of history material for all to see.Jim Hall for organizing the mailing for personnel files to help find more Cacti. Joe Nemeth, taking orders for the really cool glasses and mugs with the Cacti and Unit logos on them, a great surprise. Richard & Nina Brouillette who had the display of Gear and Equipment on display so the families could see what we wore and carried.Charlie Marshall, our Chaplain who provides us with inspiration. All the Heavy Mortar Company men, 20 strong, who for many were seeing each other for the first time since Korea, 50 years ago. Our strac Color Guard, Jack Anderson, Jim Cooke, Jack Cuthrell, Don Blankin, Pete Birrow, Wiley Dodd, Joe Henderson, Tom Gragg & Roger Surprenant. Sean Haefli with his rendition of the "Star Spangled Banner" brought tears to my eyes and filled my heart with pride. LTC Burt Thompson CO 2/35th with his inspiring speech, CSM Charlie Raper 2/35th a Soldier's Soldier. SGT Joshua Weisensel, HHC 2/35th,NCO of the Year, that says to me with men like this wearing the uniform today we can feel proud.Roger Stephens for being a Cacti good Samaritan. Dave Muxo, Webmaster says it all, thanks for setting up and taking the guys pics for the website. Steve Rainbolt, John Lorts, and Stan Traeb for all the photography work to capture the memories.Mike Dolan who donated $100.00 of his raffle winner back to the Association. Buck Anderson thanks for the Golf Club to raffle. Thanks to our LRRPS for joining with us. Don "Doc" Johnson for leading us the Last 2 years. Joanie Arnold for designing a beautiful Program. Thanks to the Families of our fallen brothers who came to be with us. And a final big THANK YOU, to all 275 Cacti Family who came to Kansas City. One final, Thank you so very much to my fantastic wife, Valerie, who helps me so much in all my work for the Association. See you all in Seattle, July 25--28, 2002.
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

Medic King CO.2nd.Platoon 35Reg.25Div 1951 to 1952.Korea
Joseph Reed <www WinmoreRaceing@aol.com>
Spting, TX USA -

Hello All, To all those who attended KC--thanks for the memories!!! The old machine gunner here did not want to leave--visited for about 15 minutes out front after the Explorer was packed-up. For those reading this who did not attend--you do not what you missed! But, it is not too late to begin planning for next year--July 25-28 in Seattle. Hope to see you all there. Best Wishes Dick
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_j@lilly.com>
Indy, In USA -

Thanks to all the CACTI for all your memories of Lt. Roger Fulkerson and in helping my wife Lynne get to know the father she never knew. You have all helped fill a void in her past and close the door to uncertainty. Special Thanks to Michael Kurtgis for the Tribute you wrote about Roger, you have a special place in our family and our hearts. I can't thank you, all, enough for everything you have done. Sincerely, Scott Krause
Scott Krause <sparkysk@jps.net>
Woodland, ca USA -

a great big HAND SALUTE to all those involved in putting on our 3rd annual reunion. each year new memories and new friends I got to meet an old platoon mate, Phillip Buice and his lovely wife, Sylvia. Phil, I hope you can send me a couple of pics. of us. can you believe it ? All I got were pictures of cows and a few fountains. thanks again to everyone. just one last question, what the hell was that we were eating? that white stuff was either rice or grits. and that bird, well he was out in the sun to long. at least there weren't any eyes staring back at me. but, who am I, to complain. as long as I don't need a P-38 to open it, I'm Happy. hope to see everyone in Seattle. Cacti forever, Soup.
Roger E. Surprenant <rogsoup@yahoo.com>
Fairhaven,., Ma. USA -

Home safe and sound. It keeps getting better and better. Hope you're all well and looking forward to the next one. Color Guard..you're the greatest and thanks for giving me the opportunity. Bill (Wally) Wallin. It was fantastic seeing you again and remembering. Glad we made it home. All I can say is "you ain't changed a bit"!!! Mike Kurtgis thank you for your time and the conversation. The tribute to Roger touches a spot. To the rest of you...God bless, take care and be well.
Don Blankin <donnie_b@mindspring.com>
Blacksburg, SC USA -

Juat got home. Can't say enough how mch I enjoyed this reunion. There is just not enough time to spend with each of the guys I have met these past two years. Every reunion builds new friendships that I would never have thought possible before. Ole and Susan and Tom and Joan --- Thanks! All of the officers did a truely great job again. Pete, the Bravo luncheon was definitely a keeper. I can't wait to get into the items that ere generously left in my care to get posted to the website. Another just outstanding reunion. Thanks to all who helped put it together. Jim B 2/35 67-68
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

Just got home and had to say what a great time I had in KC. Thanks to all who made it possible. A special thanks to Steve Rainbolt......the slides you put on CD for me came out better than I ever thought possible.
Art Johnson <artjj@hotmail.com>
USA -

6 and 1/2 hours just to get out of Kansas City International. Taxi'd to the runway twice. Checked our bags twice. Took two shuttles to get to our flights. It's hard to leave Kansas City! But not any harder than it was to leave all the guys at the hotel this morning. What a great trip! Thanks to all for a fantastic time. Special thanks to Ole and Susan as well as Tom and Joan for all the hard work. See everyone in Seattle. Doc
Jim Hall <hall@citnet.com>
Woodbury, NJ USA -

Just got home to Atlanta after a 12.5 hour drive of reliving all the wonderful times, talks and friends I experienced at the reunion. The 35th was a great fighting group in Nam but better yet as true friends then and now. To all that made this a reality a big THANKS. 08.26.01 10:57 EDT
Phillip Buice <philb007@bellsouth.net>
Tucker, GA USA -

Just like DEROS we all left KC one at a time. For those that I did not get to say good-bye to, I apologize. Thanks to Ole Olsen and family,Tom Mahon and his "Squeeze", we all had a memorable time in KC. What a fantastic group we have, what a bond we will allways share. Cacti Forever, Pete.
Pete Birrow <sbirrow@aol.com>
Tyngsboro, Ma USA 8/26/01 -

There is no "wake-up" because I am so cranked! I'm not going to go to sleep until it is all over!!!! 8/20/01
Pete Birrow <sbirrow@aol.com>
Tyngsboro , ma USA -

if anybody,s needing a room, I,ve still got one. give me a holler. cacti forever, Soup
Roger E. Surprenant <rogsoup@yahoo.com>
USA -

2 days and wake up it's not to late for you slackers to join the party in KC. send Ben a message tell him you'll be there.c23568@gte.net Let's party. Tiny out
Wiley Dodd "Tiny" <dynawd95@aol.com>
USA -

4 days and a wake-up (that would be next Thursday for you other folks) until the 3rd Cacti Reunion! I've been looking forward to seeing all my Cacti brothers again since the conclusion of last years reunion. I hope to see you there.
Doc Johnson <donjohnson@qwestonline.com>
Baton Rouge, La USA -

Hey Guys, I just came out of the chat room where I had a great conversation with Gary and Rick. It works well. You can either join in a roundrobin chat, or you can privately chat with one person. Try it! You'll like it!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Just came back on line after a 11 mo absence Terry and I moved to Mo. last Oct to be near the grand kids and we were in an area that didnt have internet (beleave it or not Terry's Mother died last Mo and she wanted to come back to Wa to be close to her father because he is getting up in years any way its good to be back in the great north west Roy Cacti 64-67 M
Roy L Greenfeather <TLfeather@cs.com>
Selah, Wa USA -

WAS AT CAMP OTSU 1947-1948 WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE FROMTHAT TIME. CO. C 1ST BAT. 35THREG 25 DIV.CALL OR E MAIL 609 693 4481 WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANYONE. THANX JIM BALLANCE
JIM BALLANCE <J.BALLANCE@WORLDNET.ATT.NET>
FORKED RIVER, NJ USA -

I served on active duty with Recon 2/12th 25th Inf Div. from 5/70-5/71. Spent 11 years with 3/35th Infantry U.S. Army Reserve Springfield, Mass.
Don Toohey <dtoohey@lucent.com>
leominster, MA USA -

Those of you who didn't get Ben's email detailing the agenda for the reunion in KC can go to our home page and click on the scrolling message. It will take you to a reprint of Bens email. See you there!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

I was with the medical company of the 35th in i949 and 1950
frank n kruczynski <krucz30@hotmail.com>
aberdeen , md USA -

ALL CACTI FROM THE 1/35TH AND 2/35TH INFANTRY,3RD BRIGADE, 25TH AND/OR 4TH INFANTRY DIVISIONS. We are only 11 days and a wake-up from our 3rd Annual Reunion in Kansas City, August 23-26. At this time we have over 250 Cacti and guests registered and expect the final count to be right at 300. That will make our Cacti Reunion one of the largest Infantry Regiment Assn. Reunions in the country. It will also be larger than some Infantry Division Reunions. We have a lot of great activities planned and a lot of Free Time for socializing and getting reacquainted with the buddies you served with. I recently sent an Agenda and Information email out to all Cacti signed up and if you did not recieve it contact me for a copy. Come and be with your fellow Cacti. Ben Youmans
Ben <cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

FLASH! We have a new chat room powered by Bravenet. Try it out and let me know how it is working.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Well fellow Cacti, looks like our chat room has finally died. NBCI apparently has stopped supporting it, so we'll have to look for another one. Please be patient. We're also changing servers and getting ready for the reunion in Kansas City (You WILL be there RIGHT?). We'll have a new one on line as soon as possible. See you in KC!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Fellow Cacti, It is now two weeks until the start of the 2001 Cacti Reunion at Kansas City.We are expecting a large turnout; but there is plenty of room for more. So, to you troops out there procrastinating, what in the name of General Westmoreland are you waiting-on? You say you can't be there all four days? Fine, be there when you can. Money is a bit tight? Fine, there are plenty of cheaper hotels in the area, and/or we also have funds available for such contingentcies.You might ran into the prick that use to give you the blues? Not to worry, he is most likely now fat, toothless, with an ugly wife to boot. So come laugh at him for a change. Bottom line, please get off your rump; get in the car, the train, the plane, throw mamasan off the Berreta, tell babysan to hitch-up the water buffalo-------BUT PLEASE BRING YOURSELF TO KANSAS CITY BECAUSE YOU DESERVE IT!!!! Dick
Dick Arnold
USA -

Does anyone remember a Lieutenant in A, 2/35, we called "Mr Peepers?" (Circa late '67.) I believe he was from Arkansas, and he always referred to the Pacific as a "Creek!" He wore fairly thick-lensed eye-glasses. I left A Co in Aug or Sep, '67, so he must've gotten in-country around Jun or Jul. If it rings a bell, let me know!
Steve Rainbolt <srainbolt@baai.com>
Indpls, IN USA -

A little more claiification on posting your slides to a web site, or having them "burnt" to a CD, at the reunion: Even though I said they were 35mm, most of us took "Instamatic" camera slides (110 film) in the bush. 99% of the time, the developer back then mounted them in 35mm slide holders! If your slides measure 2" x 2", I can digitize them! Just let me know you will be bringing them, so I can schedule my time. See you @ LZ KC!!!!!!!!!!!!
Steve Rainbolt <srainbolt@baai.com>
Indpls, IN USA -

Hello all, the reunion is just around the corner. Come and join the festivites of our reunion. Will gaurean-tee you will have a great time. You can quote me on that. Ben Youmans said that you could quote him on that also. Hope to see you all in Kansas City!!!!
Alan Olsen <alolsen@swbell.net>
Overland Park, Ks. USA -

Fellow Cacti: Check out our Links page under "More". We've added many new links of interest, especially some great Korean War links. And if you have a favorite that you would like to suggest, send it on to me. See you at the reunion!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

My father Paul Oneal Brown was KIA 20Nov,1966, Plei Djering,vietnam. I would love to hear from anyonewho can share information on him. Thanks to all of you who fought to keep me free as my father did. I was 11 months old when he died, but I'll always be greatful to the great men of the 35th Infantry Regiment!!
Debbie Green <bamamus123@aol.net>
Florence, AL USA -

Played on 3rd bde undefeated "Bronco" football team in Hawaii 1965. Arrived PleiKu 12-65. Served w/Recon, 1/35. Wounded on 6-24-66 in Kontum Province. Lost many friends in that firefight. Would like to hear from any of my old Cacti buddies.
Edwin "Ed" Hill <edhill@siscom.net>
Dayton, OH USA -

ATTENTION ALL 35TH INFANTRY CACTI!!!!!! THERE IS ONLY ONE MONTH LEFT BEFORE THE START OF OUR 3RD REUNION IN KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI. GET YOUR REGISTRATION FORMS AND CHECKS MAILED NOW!!!!! MAKE YOUR HOTEL RESERVATIONS NOW!!!!!WE PRESENTLY HAVE 125 VETS AND 190 PEOPLE REGISTERED FOR THE BIG SHOW. WE ARE EXPECTING ALMOST 400 ATTENDEES. REMEMBER YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A DUES PAYING MEMBER TO ATTEND---YOU ONLY HAVE TO BE A CACTI..... DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY TO COME AND BE WITH YOUR CACTI BROTHERS AND CACTI FAMILIES. IF YOU HAVE NOT SIGNED UP BUT PLAN TO ATTEND SEND 'BEN YOUMANS" AN EMAIL. WE NEED TO KNOW OUR ATTENDANCE FOR PLANNING PURPOSES. YOU CAN SEND IN YOUR REGISTRATION AND MONEY LATER (BUT NOT TOO MUCH LATER) BEN'S EMAIL IS C23568@GTE.NET OR CACTIFOREVER@BEEN-THERE.COM IF THE ONLY HOLDUP TO YOU COMING IS MONEY----LET BEN KNOW AND WE WILL SEE IF WE CAN HELP. WE HAVE A FEW BENEVOLENT CACTI THAT HAVE PROVIDED BEN WITH SOME EXTRA DONATIONS TO HELP OUT WITH REGISTRATION AND BANQUET COSTS FOR GUYS THAT MAY BE A LITTLE BIT SHORT RIGHT NOW. THE POINT IS DON'T PUT OFF COMING AND BEING WITH YOUR CACTI BUDS. WE HAVE WW2, JAPAN OCCUPATION, KOREAN WAR, COLD WAR ERA, VIETNAM AND POST-VIETNAM CACTI SIGNED UP. IF YOU NEED A ROOMMATE TO SHARE HOTEL COSTS LET BEN KNOW AS WE HAVE SEVERAL OPENINGS. 1. THE GOLF OUTING HAS A FEW SLOTS LEFT-- 2. WE WILL PURCHASE THE TICKETS FOR THE ROYALS BASEBALL GAME ONCE WE GET THERE. WE HAVE BEEN ASSURED THEY HAVE PLENTY OF SEATS. 3. B COMPANY 2/35TH HAS OVER 20 SIGNED UP ALREADY FOR THEIR FRIDAY LUNCH. ANYONE FROM BRAVO 2/35TH WHO WANTS TO GET IN ON THIS CONTACT PETE BIRROW ASAP AT SBirrow@aol.com 4. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS EMAIL BEN OR CALL BEN AT (813)782-3317 "An organization succeeds, not because it is long-established,but because there are people in it who live it, sleep it, dream it,and build future plans for it."
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

Hello fellow Cacti. Dave Muxo our webmaster has done an excellent job on the site and I hope you all enjoy it. The cost of having this site and the Cacti Magazine that is mailed out are both funded by the generous Cacti who pay Member Dues. If you enjoy the website and want to continue to have it available please consider joining the Association and paying your Membership dues. The 35th Infantry Regiment (Cacti) Association is not a part of either the 25th or 4th Infantry Division Associations. Your membership in either of those organizations does not carry over to the 35th Cacti. If you do not have a Cacti Membership Card then you are not an Association Member. So please consider joining. Thank You.
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

Hello fellow Cacti! Just a note to let you know that over the last couple of weeks we have added many names to our Cacti rosters. Everyone please check your entries there (in the roster for your company, all by last name, and all by date) for accuracy. If you find a problem, or just want to make a change, let me know. We have also redesigned the Cacti PX, so take a look. We have many more photos of our group's return to Vietnam which we will be posting, but they will have to wait a few weeks for our new web server, because we've almost run out of space on the present one. So check back often, because there's always something new!
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

A little clarification on posting your slides to the web: The service is open to all CACTI, not just from RVN! If the slides are of your tour, I can either post them to any web address you supply, OR I will be able to "burn" them to a CD, WHILE WE'RE @ LZ KC! I will also have the equipment to print them, if you want (There will be NO charge, except for supplies: CD's, printing paper, etc.)
Steve Rainbolt <srainbolt@baai.com or srainbolt@peoplepc.com>
Indianapolis, IN USA -

Great site. The photos and all brought back a lot of memories. Thanks, brothers! ...Steve Det 2/ 374th RRC/ 3rd Bde/ 4th Inf
Steve Zawacki <Steve_05G@yahoo.com>
Chuluota, FL USA -

We the local veterans of Beloit Kansas, and surrounding area, would like to invite all of our "Cacti" 4th and 25th Infantry brothers and sisters to participate in the viewing of �The American Veterans Traveling Tribute� (an 80% size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Wall) from Florida, and in the ceremonies planned during it�s stay here on October 4-8, 2001. There will be speakers and ceremonies each night during the wall�s display in Beloit. Among some of the speakers will be Medal Of Honor recipient Sammy Davis, former POW Ron Mastin, and numerous others. There will be a display of Vietnam era artwork by renowned artist Jim Nelson (25th Inf.), local �Faces On The Wall�display, several pieces of Army wartime equipment, and many other miscellaneous displays and activities. Please join us in remembering and honoring the more than 58,000 men and women who died, and whose names have been engraved on this wall, and for reminding us of those who are still listed as missing in action. For more information, or for a desire to contribute to this event, please contact Dennis Lewallen(4th Inf., 1/12th, 67-68) dllewallen@nckcn.com
Dennis Lewallen <dllewallen@nckcn.com>
Beloit, Ks USA -

Hell-o to all. I haven't visited the Cacti webpages in quite some time...congratulations on the "new look", it's very nice and well done. My friend and partner Joe Galloway and I have two websites with photos of the Ia Drang campaign in '65 using the link included and http://www.weweresoldiers.net. Joe co-authored, "We Were Soldiers Once...and Young". It's now being made into a movie starring Mel Gibson. Joe and Gen. Hal Moore sold the rights to Randall Wallace who did Braveheart because of his commitment to tell the story as written, and Joe tells me that this time, they are going to get the story of Vietnam from the soldiers point of view..correct! About time.
Wallace Craig <wallace@weweresoldiers.net>
Midland, TX USA -

REUNION 2001 UPDATE. WE HAVE 150 PEOPLE REGISTERED TO ATTEND THE REUNION AS OF 7/06/01. THAT IS WAY AHEAD OF THE TWO PRIOR YEARS AT THIS TIME. WE EXPECT CLOSE TO 400 IN KANSAS CITY SO DON'T WAIT, MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS NOW AT THE HOTEL. IF YOU ARE COMING SEND ME AN EMAIL AND YOUR MONEY IN LATER. SOME PEOPLE WAIT AND THAT IS FINE BUT LET US KNOW TO COUNT YOU IN NOW!
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@been-there.com>
Zephyrhills, FL USA -

I enjoyed the latest Cacti very much, wish I could have been there with the "Dirty Dozen" Maybe some day?
Joe Nemeth <jsjlnemeth@earthlink.net>
Port Charlotte, FL USA -

I just returned from a weeks vacation. The newsletter was mailed as I was leaving. Bulk mail can take from 5-15 days to get to you. If you are a Cacti Assn member and you dont have your issue by July 08 then email me and I will hand mail you one. Ben Youmans Secretary/Treasurer
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@yahoo.com>
USA -

Fellow Cacti: Those of you who have visited our chat room have noticed that it doesn't always work. The chat host company, NBCi, is gradually withdrawing their support from many of their services. Although they have not announced termination of the chat rooms, we have seen a drop in its availability. We will be changing chat room providers as soon as we can find another one.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Dick Arnold... Ben Youmans... All the guys who contributed articles.. What a Truely Outstanding Job on the News Letter!!!
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

Hello All, Dick Arnold, Editor of Cacti Newsletter. I wanted to thank everyone who has both sent me emails and left messages here saying how much they enjoyed the recent issue. Newsletter Publisher Ben Youmans and I always try to include something that will appeal to all ranks and persuasions. The articles on the various battles seem to be particularly enjoyed. The problem is guys, regardless how much research is done--nothing beats first-hand reports from those who were "there". Guys, it is your heritage--when we are all gone no one will be able to say what really happened. So pleasce consider submitting tidbits for inclusion--this also includes the "War Stories" section--we all have a tale or two to tell. Thanks again and hope to see you all in KC! Cacti Forever, Dick
Dick Arnold <arnold_richard_j@lilly.com>
Indy, In USA -

Thanks to all of you who did the news letter. PROUD CACTI ts 2/35 TOC 8-68/8-69
TERRY SAVELY <tsavely@knust.com>
USA -

June 26 & I just received my Cacti Newsletter - Great Issue! Thanks to all who contributed - especially those who wrote of our battle(1/35) on 2/9/68 near Hoi An - SW of Danang. I was wounded by one of those 105 short rounds late in the day - Jim Brennan who was standing next to me was killed (He had 13 days left in country!). One thing no one mentioned were the arc lights on 2/8/68 - We were on a hill overlooking the area that night and they came at about 10pm, 2am, and 4 am as I remember. Awesome sight - first you see the flash, next the sound of the B-52s, followed by the explosions and the near earthquake that follows. Happy Fourth of July - Show your colors proudly!!
Gary Dittmer <gdittmer@home.com>
Woodbridge, Va USA -

I need this . Glad you are here. I was with RECON 2/35TH FROM May 1966 to July 1966HQ. Company would like to know what happend to my poncho.
Bruce Alexander Suttles <Basuttles@hotmail.com>
El Paso, Tx USA -

I need this . Glad you are here.
Bruce Alexander Suttles <Basuttles@hotmail.com>
El Paso, Tx USA -

The last of the After Action Reports for the 2/35th are now posted on the "A Walk With the 35th" site. From May, 1970, the Cambodia invasion, to Operation Putnam Paragon, which completed for us on 12 Oct 1970. Our thanks to Richard Cazeault for providing so much information from the 1970's era. Caz deserves a great deal of credit. Salute!
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

We are trying to get the word out about our project and thought perhaps you might be able to help us. Vietnam veterans . . . WE NEED YOUR HELP!!!!! Have you ever spent time in a veteran's hospital? This not-for-profit group works to lessen the bleakness that permeates most Veterans Health Administration hospitals. Check out the Kitchen Table Gang Trust at http://taliaferro.net/veterans Many veterans have deemed our efforts worthy of support and we hope you will too. Hand salute!
Charlie Taliaferro <charles@taliaferro.net>
NAS Lemoore, CA USA -

One of your officers, the late Cpt Ralph B. Walker was my classmate at West Point (Class '63). He was a great guy, a gung-ho Texan and a really mean, tough son of a gun. Everyone respected him and the men of the 35th Infantry should be proud to count him as one of their own. Keep up your web site and make it grow more each year. This is definitely a professional-looking presentation. Good luck to all of you and God bless!
Brigadier General Ramon M. Ong (Ret) Philippine Army
Manila, Philippines -

Ron, I agree 100% that we all need to stand up and be counted. I have started wearing the hat pin for my Vietnam Service Medal on my suit lapel. When anyone asks what it is, I say I wear it in memory of my friends who died defending South Vietnam from Communism. I invite all Cacti to consider doing the same where you feel it is appropriate. Let's remember those who gave all in an honorable cause.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Great job, this is better than any library. We as VETS, need to all stand up and counted. I'm proud to be a veteran.
Ronn Owens <owens@defnet.com>
Hicksville, Oh USA -

c 2/35th 3rd plt may68 till june 69 would like to hear from anyone who served with me . what a great way to find old buddies(this web site)
daniel l (boone) davis <fishinboone@aol>com>
opelika, al USA -

Sept 68 to Mar 69-1/35th( Delta company ,S-3Air,Bravo company) Would like name of our Viet sergeant with delta when we were on LZ Jean near Duc Co SF camp-Was it sgt tung?
Joel H. Mayne II <jhmii42@aol.com>
Stuart, fl USA -

Thanks Iveylew for the heads up. We're checking into the problem with the Chat room. And thanks for the kind words. We welcome all and are honored by your visit.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

Forgot to say, my chat name is "Ivylew"
Dennis Lewallen <dllewallen@nckcn.com>
Beloit, Ks USA -

Great site, have been coming to your chat site for about 9-10 months now. Was with 4th Inf. Div. 1/12th D Co. Have gotten to know several of your members over the inter-net, and may drop in at K.C. to meet them. Thanks for your friendly site, and wecome home!! PS haven't been able to log into your site as of late. Is there a problem with my putor, or the chat site?
Dennis Lewallen <dllewallen@nckcn.com>
Beloit, Ks USA -

ATTN. 2/35th Cacti from 1970 era. Thanks to Richard Cazeault, Delta, 2/35 1970, i have been able to post to the "A Walk With the 35th site", the following After Action Reports. Operation Binh Tay I, the Cambodia invasion; operation Putnam Paragon, operations north of Camp Radcliff; Operation Wayne Fast, still north of Camp Radcliff; and an article on the crash of a CH-47 into a truck load of our Bravo Co guys, information supplied by tom Mahon and George Heidt. Hope you enjoy the reading and if you have nay comments or would like to add your 2 cents to the postings jsut e-mail me. Jim Anderson B 2/35 67-68
Jim Anderson <nosredna@cnw.com>
Burlington, WA USA -

The Forgotton War: Using information declassified at the end of the Cold War, The Battle for Korea, airing Wednesday, June 7 & 11 at 9pm on WGBH channel 2 (Boston).
Dave Fogg (B/1-35 68/69) <patdavef@naisp.net>
Wrentham, MA USA -

While browsing at a book store I came across this book "Shrapnel In The Heart." The cover of the book had the Vietnam Wall in the background and the author posted a picture of a soldier with a dog and also this was written: To those men of D Company 1st Bn 35th Inf. 4th Div. who were lost in the battle of Chu Pa Mountain January 21-22-23, 1969, Because of their bravery I am here today and it was signed by SSG Lavender.
Dave Fogg (B/1/35 68/69) <patdavef@naisp.net>
Wrentham, MA USA -

Attention: CACTI, all 1/35th and 2/35th Infantry. The Summer issue of the Cacti Magazine is at the printer. It is 44 pages of fantastic reading put together by Editor Dick Arnold A 1/35 (67-68). It has complete info on the upcoming Reunion in KC, Aug 23-26, 2001, some great War Stories, useful Vet Info, New Life Members, and three great stories on the Cacti return trip to Vietnam this past March and much much more. If you are a Cacti in good standing on our Roster you should have your copy of the Magazine by the end of June. If not then contact Ben Youmans Cactiforever@been-there.com,(phone 813-782-3317 no collect calls accepted) or go to the website at www.cacti35th.org and let us know. Take Arms and Cacti Forever!! SEE YA IN KC-
Ben Youmans <Cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

Great site. I would like to invite you to visit my site as well. It is a memorial to all who have served from 1775 - present. Welcome home Brother! SFC James L. Sager, USAR/Retired
Jim Sager <jls1949@yahoo.com>
Muskegon, Mi USA -

C co 1/35 aug 68-feb 69. Hello to Biggie rat,Crow,Mitchell,Butch Lurch,Poteet and others. Let me know if you guys made it. Pigpen
whitener, jack <pima95@AOL.COM>
BETHEL ISLAND, CA USA -

LOOKING FOR ANYONE WHO MIGHT HAVE SERVED WITH MY BROTHER KIA ALLAN ALTIERI IN IST BATTALION RECON PLATOON I HAVE SINCE LEARNED NINE ALSO DIED IN THAT ACTION . PLEASE HELP ME OUT THANKS AND WELCOME HOME SOLDIERS .
BARBARA NEFF <STRAW_2@MSN.COM>
CAMERON, N.C. USA -

Brother of PFC Allan J Altieri Killed in action June 24 1966 1st Bn HQ co.
Darrin M. Altieri <Musik222@msn.com>
Sanford, N.C. USA -

mailing address: 109 LaVista Blvd. Batttle Creek , MI. 49015 I was a medic in the 1/35th. in Vietnam from August 1966 to August 1967. I am now a registered nurse at the vererans hospital in Battle creek, Michigan. God bless you all. Doc Reid
Darwin E. Reid(Doc Reid) <n/a >
Battle Creek, MI USA -

B Co 2nd/35th 4th Inf 68-69 Been a long time, great to hear from all of you, I will be in touch. Thanks for putting me in touch with the web site... GREAT JOB!
Ed Fordyce <erfordyce@aol.com>
Boulevard, CA USA -

Been a long time, great to hear from all of you, I will be in touch. Thanks for putting me in touch with the web site... GREAT JOB!
Ed Fordyce <erfordyce@aol.com>
Boulevard, CA USA -

A company 3rd platoon from 12-79 to 2-83
Walter (Hute) Hestand <wdhestand@home.com>
IN USA -

I joined the 25th Infantry Division when they landed in Luzon PI. I was a combat medic and served the Blate Pass and mountain campaign pushing the Japanese North toward Apari.
Everett E. Perry <vaevperry@msn.com>
LaQuinta, CA USA -

Thank you all for the kind comments. My goal is to keep our association site among the very best military websites on the net. Some things in the works now are: a KIA list of Korean Cacti and a photo section of you guys "over there". Thanks to those of you who have already sent pictures from your tours of duty. You'll be seeing them soon!
Cacti35th Webmaster <cacti@cacti35th.org>
USA -

Words alone cannot express the appreciation to individuals involved to make this site possible. Excellent information.
Phyllis Duggar Alexandroff <Phyllis200033565>
Plant City, FL USA -

Thankyou for the pictures and ihope to seeyou at the reunion. Go CACTI
Gerald E.Launderville <junenjerry@qwest.net>
Maplewood, Mn USA -

I wanted to include that I learned of women's participation in the war. They were also significant contributors to Vietnam War History. I love the website and I hope to visit many more similar to yours. Again, God Bless, Yaz B.
Yasmeen Barber <yazzy6@hotmail.com>
Newark, NJ USA -

Hi fellow Cacti! Sorry I have been out of touch lately. Miss you guys alot. Can't wait to see you at the reunion. Take care. Love, Kellie
Kellie Ash, daughter B2/35th <kash@iol27.com>
Prairieville, LA USA -

Real nice job on the new look to the site, keep up the good work
Joe Henderson <Leaper420@aol.com>
USA -

Webmaster, the changes in the site look great and work great. The best yet! Thanks for all the hard work.
Tim Peters <RTPeters11@aol.com>
USA -

Webmaster. the site is working perfectly, I use two systems, one at home and one at work and everything is fine. 100% working great. thanks for the hard work for free and the volunteering of your time and energy on behalf of the association. Need more guys to pitch in and help. Thanks again.
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

I see you have changed the web site, i realize that these things aren't easy but I have to keep switching from IE to Netscape to get what I want. Sometime that doesn't even work. I have some bitching to do so I hope you get it fixed. Doug Oliver
Doug Oliver < goula18@yahoo.com>
Moss Point, MS USA -

Served 54-56, 35th Infantry Regiment 1st Battalion,Charlie Company,Schofield Barracks,under Capt.Robert F.Tinsman.Looking for news about Bill Lavelle,Allen Salzman,Frank Reno,Manuel Guerrero,Henry G.O'Connor,Charles J.Apuan,Constantino Apodaca,and others in the company,especially Gus from North Carolina.Thanks for the opportunity to post this message.Great Site!
Henry Szczyglinski <Henry 1934@aol.com>
PineBrook, N.J. USA -

I was with "A"company 1st battalion from 1954 to 1956.
edward lucchese <fasted96@aol.com>
lawrenceville, ga USA -

Dave, very very nice job on the guestbook. It looks great and seems to be working fine.
Ben Youmans <cactiforever@been-there.com>
USA -

We've just added a new menu structure. Be patient while we work out the bugs.
Dave Muxo <dnmuxo@hotmail.com>
Orlando, FL USA -

I was in the 35th, easy co. 3rd squad from Dec1950 to March 1951.Iwould like to hear from anyonethat was there.
Leo Schneider <leos7027@aol.com>
Garden Grove , Ca USA -

33 years ago today Brave Cacti gave all. Please join with us in remembering them always. They were from D and C companies 1/35th. 4/15/68 Sp4 Robert Grant Age 22 Park Forest, Illinois Sp4 Lauren Huerd Age 23 Bovey, Minnesota Pfc Edward Rhode Age 19 St. Louis, Missouri Sp4 Larry Sloan Age 20 Houston, Texas Pfc Richard Anderson Age 20 Wauconda, Illinois 1Lt George Economous Jr. Age 21 Logan, Utah Sp4 Robert Fritsche Jr. Age 19 Stockton, California Pfc Jerry Heuer Age 21 Sparta, Wisconsin Pfc Steven Smith Age 20 Bellville, Ohio
Ben Youmans <C23568@gte.net>
USA -

Served with CbtSptCo, 1/35th 72-74. Came across this site by accident. Now a crusty old warrant.
Harold Armenta <hgarmenta@email.com>
Westminster, CO USA -

Web surf and came accross this site. I'm an old "CACTI" Was a medic in Hq Co 1/35 from Nov.72 to May 75. Nice site and plan on joining your organization. Would like to find old buddies who I served with.....Wondor how there life turned out
George Rose <grose-1@mediaone.net>
Dracut, MA USA -

1st of the 35th A Co 3rd plt medic Doc Rose march 1968 to aug 1968 Bet het poly klien lz Dot Lz Roberts FB 28 Kontum Dok to so forth glad you guys made it home and im proud of you thanks
Gary Rose <gsldrose@brinet.com>
naples, NC USA -

IT IS VERRY NICE TO SEE THIS ORGANIZATION COME ALIVE AND HONOR ALL WHO SERVED IN WHAT APPEARED TO BE FORGOTTEN
Barry J Pascoe <bpa3069777@aol.com>
Brick, N.J USA -

Dave, I was looking at the Roster, and I think it is the difference between Netscape and Internet Explorer. People who use Netscape are not seeing the first line with the name. I see it with IE, but not netscape. ..kinda makes ya wish you could dictate what people use to browse the web....hey, and I like the changes :) ) Betty
Betty
USA -

I have received tw

Cacti 35th Infantry Guest BookSeptember 2000 - February 2002

Cacti 35th Infantry Guest Book
September 2000 - February 2002