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Cacti 35th Infantry Guest Book
June 2003 - September 2004



Hey Ya'll!! I've been missing everything lately. Went on sick call last november. Massive stroke. Still can't walk very well and have lost most of the use of my left arm also lost my voice due to nerve damage from surgery. Got my voice fixed in late july. Had the leg situation under control until last week when I fell and broke it in 3 places. Just had surgery to put pins in it. I'm going to beat this thing eventually. Hope everyone is well. I don't know if the new e-mail works yet or not my old e-mail address isn't any good for sure. Gotta go... typing with one hand is a pain. Everyone be well!!! Don Blankin
Don Blankin -- Blacksburg SC USA -- 09/30/2004
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Looking for any cacti who were in Korea in 50or 51 who may remenber Frank L Blake he was an aidman and was awarded the silver star,and is looking for a copy of the special oerders that has his name on it authorinfg the award,he now lives at 307-A shore-T road Nokomis Fla 34275-1976,
Frank N Kruczynski -- aberdeen md USA -- 09/30/2004
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We are looking for volunteers to visit the VIETNAM TRAVELING WALL in the following cities on the following dates. The purpose of the visit is to leave a Memorial Plaque. The purpose of the plaque is to honor our Vietnam KIA's and to provide any Cacti who visit with the information that our Association exists and how to contact us. The cities and dates are as follows: NOBLESVILLE, IN Oct 6 -10; CLAY CITY, KY Oct 13-17; CARTERSVILLE, GA Oct 28 - 31; HERNANDO, FL Nov 4 - 7; and CLARKSVILLE, TN Nov 10 -14. I would ask that your visit be as close as possible to the opening date for each city so as to maximize the time that the plaque is in place. All you have to do is visit the Wall and leave the plaque in front of a panel. We will provide you with the plaque and even suggest the most desireable panel to post it in front of. Contact me at jimdochall@yahoo.com Thanks - Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 09/30/2004
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Hi All, Those of you who attended the reunion in Orlando a couple of months back will remember that our President (Bill Burdick) challenged us all to try and locate just one old Cacti buddy this coming year. Has anyone actually made the attempt yet? Finding that old buddy will can be one of the thrills of your life and will also benefit the buddy and the Association as each finds out about the other. A couple of years ago I offered up a booklet that we have developed on "How to find that Old Buddy". I want to renew that offer. I will be glad to send anyone a copy who would like one. I would also be happy to assist anyone in their search. I am not offering to completely do the search for you but would be happy to assist. Just contact me at dochall35@yahoo,com or write to me at 1335 N. Broad St. in Woodbury, NJ 08096. For those of you who weren't at the last reunion let me make that challege now. Before the next reunion find just one of your lost old buddies. (And don't forget to let us know about it.) Again, I will be happy to try and assist you in this effort. Cacti Forever, Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 09/29/2004
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I'm looking for Vietnam Vets who may remember my Uncle Glen H. Young (Charley Company, 2nd Bt KIA 28 October, 1966). I invite anyone who may have known him to visit the page I have up in his honor, and PLEASE leave a message on the remembrance board. http://jeepingene.homedns.org/glen Thanks in Advance... Gene
Gene Young -- Belvidere IL USA -- 09/29/2004
Email -- http://jeepingene.homedns.org/glen
REQUEST FROM OUR CACTI IN AFGHANISTAN -- CONTACT BEN OR PETE BIRROW IF YOU NEED AN ADDRESS TO MAIL THE SUPPLIES. WHEN VISITING A DUNKIN DONUTS TELL THEM THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING OUR TROOPS. Hello all, Several of you have asked what you could send soldiers deployed forward in Afghanistan. I've been petitioned by the masses to see what I could do on getting some chewing tobacco sent...yes this item is known to cause lip and mouth cancer, and even though I don't chew myself, the gesture and receipt of such an item would be overwhelming. Long days and long nights, walking up and down the mountains of Afghanistan can wear the body down. Quite a few of the soldiers use the chewing tobacco to keep themselves awake. I think the Command Sergeant's Major and myself are the only ones in the Battalion Staff/Command group that don't chew. Others like myself drink coffee...however, don't send coffee!! Dunkin' Donuts in concert w/General Mills sent 1000, 1xpound bags of coffee complete w/cups-lids. We are indebted to these two organizations for life...or at least as long as the coffee lasts :) Honestly I can say that the coffee and other gifts from home has had a significant impact on the troops morale. For instance, everyday you go to the break room in the tactical operations center, you can walk up and pour yourself a fresh cup of dunkin' donuts coffee, read a newspaper and/or magazine sent from anyone of the 50 states, grab a handful of candy and or some of one of the many mom's homemade cookies/brownies. All of these gifts make life here in Afghanistan and the separation from are families and home that much more tolerable. My sincere thanks to all of you who continue to support our troops.
CACTIBEN --  USA -- 09/29/2004
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Thank you all for the fine work in Afghanistan and throughout the world.
Del Willenbecher -- Horsham PA USA -- 09/28/2004
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For mr Marshall Jackson, B/1/35th Inf 1964-1966, and MACV Team 1 1970-1971. Sir! You have e-mail. Take Good Care! Sincerely A.B
A.B -- Stockholm Sweden -- 09/27/2004
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hi guys, i was with the alpha 1/35 1st plt from 4/67 to 2/6/68 looking for anyone with the 1st plt //if anyone rembers david bonner he pastaway about four or five years ago
larry g starling -- winston salem nc usa -- 09/27/2004
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HI enjoyed the site. I'm doing research on what our soldier's are carrying into battle with them these days. If anyone has any information please let me know. God Bless you all and God Bless America! I pray all our troops come home safe. They make me so proud to be an American. God Bless!
Rachel Day --  LA USA -- 09/26/2004
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I would like to thank everyone for their kind words and encouragement to stay strong!! My husband Matthew Buchanan 2-35 Inf. 3rd PLT in Afghanistan and i would like to tell him that i love u with all my heart and to stay strong and i'll see u soon!!! If any body knows him to PLEASE tell him!! To all soliders and family ( thank you for what you are doing and come home safe, and stay strong!! (SUPPORT OUR TROOPS) WITH LOVE
Jessica Buchanan -- glen alpine nc USA -- 09/25/2004
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Greeting's from down under in Melbourne Australia,i'am a retired sgt.Served 26 yrs in the Australian Army.15 yrs in infantry and 11 yrs in supply.In 1975 went to Hawaii for 6 weeks on exchange and served with 1st Bn 35th Inf at Scofield Bks.Our company which was B coy 1st Bn Royal Australian Regiment(1 R.A.R)had a great time.Even after all these yrs my memories are strong.Do you sell unit plaques as I collect them.Would like to hear from any one who remembers us aussies at Scofield bks in 1975. CHEERS
alan eaton -- melbourne vi Australia -- 09/23/2004
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I visited Walter Reed Army Hospital last night and I was very moved to talk with our wounded/recovering soldiers, both male and female. Their spirits are very good. Some thanked me for visiting them while I thanked them for their service and sacrifice. I received a question from a soldier about the tax status of their pay while they are hospitalized and I will post a brief answer here in hopes it might help another solder who might read this. Internal Revenue Code Section 112 excludes compensation received from the Armed Forces of the U.S. from gross income while serving in a combat zone OR WHILE HOSPITALIZED AS A RESULT OF WOUNDS, DISEASE OR INJURY INCURRED WHILE SERVING IN A COMBAT ZONE. Therefore, whether a wounded member of the Armed Forces is hospitalized in the States or in Iraq or Afghanistan, their compensation from the Armed Forces is tax free.
Gary Dittmer -- Woodbridge Va USA -- 09/22/2004
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I would like to thank all Cacti Vets who responded to my info request Re: Sgt Robert W Kenny KIA Vietnam Jan 67. Special thanks to Ronald Ray in Sacramento, Pete Birrow and Ed Hill. Gone but Not Forgotten Barry Blake Black Diamond, Alberta, Canada
Barry Blake --  USA -- 09/18/2004
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Sincere congratulations to all of the Cacti in Afghanistan who were awarded The Combat Infantry Badge and the Combat Medical Badge recently. There is no other Army award that is more cherished and respected than these two awards. Wearing my field jacket as a civilian in 1970, I was asked if the CIB on it was mine. Understanding that it was, the field grade medical officer then humbly told me that he would rather have a CIB than his Medical Corps awards. With all honor and due respect, our Association sends a hearty round of applause and a big hand salute to all of the awardees at the prestigious ceremony. Come back soon, safe and sound for your families.
Pete Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 09/14/2004
Email -- http://B 2/35 68/69
Just a note to let all Assn Members know that the Cacti Times Newsmagazine is delayed due my free time being used up by two Hurricanes and the death of My Wifes Father. I am diligently working on getting it finished and hope to have it in the mail by early October. I sincerly apologize for the delay but it was unavoidable. Cacti Forever
CactiBen --  USA -- 09/13/2004
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Dear Friends and Family of Korean War Veterans: I, too, share your grief in losing a loved one. My father was Vernon Clarence Watson. He died September 10, 2004 from brain and lung cancer. It was a slow and painful death. But I take comfort in knowing that he's home now, with his parents and his sister up in Heaven. Dad told me that his proudest accomplishment in life was being a soldier in Korea. He handled 57 recoiless rifles and was also an aid man on Hill 717 around September 1951. According to Dad, he was the third most-decorated soldier in Korea but the government lost his records and would not give him the medals he deserved. I just wanted to let you all know that I share your grief of losing a loved one. I share your memories of having a father serve in Korea. I share that void that appears when the soldier becomes silent forever. With tears and a heavy heart, I give you all my love and my prayers that our loved ones died for a greater purpose. And that their mission, their fight, will never be forgotten. Thank you for letting me share my story, my pain, my memories.
Jan Best -- Camden NY USA -- 09/11/2004
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Got our power back on. It was out for 48 hours however I know many here in Florida have gone longer and many still do not have power. Pray for all of them. Take care. Ben
CactiBen -- Zephyrhills USA -- 09/08/2004
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Doc. Hall have you ever heard of a roster for the 35th. reg 25th. div. K co. For the years of 1951 or 1952 2nd plotoon. Are any one who ever new new me.2nd.plotoon medic Doc Reed. Sgt.Joseph Reed Medic Korea 1951 1952.
Sgt. Joseph doc.Reed -- spring tx USA -- 09/07/2004
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I am looking for anyone who may know Frank L Blake who was with med co in 49 & 50,he now lives in Punta Gorda Fla at 33983-6263 nadir road unit 401, his wife sent me an email before Charlie hit and said he would like to cummunicate with me by regular mail as he does not have a computer,but i have not heard from since Charlie hit,idid get in touch with Raymond Thibdeau by phone but have not heard from him he lives in Fort Myers Fla, would apriciate hearing from anyone who has been in touch with either one of them.Thanks Frank N Kruczynski Sfc USA Ret 623 Law st Aberdeen Md 21001
Frank N Kruczynski -- aberdeen md USA -- 09/07/2004
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Lost some Palms, I am on opposite end of HWY54 from Cacti Ben. Relatives in Vero got whacked hard
R. Ellis(DOC) -- Trinity fl USA -- 09/07/2004
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I'm New to this website and enjoy it. I just viewed the HHC KIA list and remember some of the fire-fights that we were in. We lost some real nice guys between Oct. 66 and Sept. 67. If anyone remembers Me(I became squad leader when Frank Bazell was killed), I have some questions for You.
Phil Monday -- West Bend WI USA -- 09/06/2004
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Hi All, Just talked with Ben Youmans (4pm 9/6/04) and him and Val are doing good. They haven't had power since yesterday and don't know when they'll get it back. So he is asking that people refrain from emailing him until he has power back. He said he will post on this web site when he has power again.
Doc Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 09/06/2004
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PS. also spoke with Bill Keller and Chick Aitchison, in Sarasota and St. Pete and they are fine also. My prayers also for our Cacti in the neighboring states who will recieve bad weather related to Frances.
CactiBen --  USA -- 09/05/2004
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We are recieving high wind gusts and rain squalls but so far here we are fine. We are 30 miles NE of Tampa on US 301. I spoke with Miles "Surf" Sawvel, who lives in Melbourne, FL, yesterday. He had boarded up his home and he and Donna are down in the Miami area with family. He said they were doing fine down there. All Florida Cacti please check in and let us know you are okay. Hopefully you have access to the internet. I will be sending a mass email out to all Florida Cacti that I have addresses for asking for a sitrep. On behalf of the Association Officers and all Cacti everywhere, we send all Florida Cacti our best wishes and prayers for your safety during this horrific storm named Frances. God be with all of you and keep you and your family safe. Take Arms and Cacti Forever Ben Youmans Secretary/Treasurer 35th Infantry Regiment "CACTI" Association
CactiBen -- Zephyrhills FL USA -- 09/05/2004
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Edwin C. Farmer served in the 25th Div, 35th Inf Reg, Company L from 28 May 1941 through 22 July 1945. He served in the Quadalcanal, Northern Solomons, Luzon and Central Pacific Campaigns. Ed passed away about 3 years ago. His family will enjoy reading about the service to his country while with company "L" of the 35th Reg. Your research is outstanding. Bob 8-27-04 1830 hrs.
Bob Calaway -- Atwater Ca USA -- 08/27/2004
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Hi Guys, Just want to take a minute to put in an appeal to all. In a message below Wayne is looking for information on Sept 21 thru the 30th of 1968 for actions involving C Co. 2/35th. I've written to Wayne to point out that the period of 25 thru 30 Sept is covered in the Association web site "Timeline" section by Dailey Journal entries linked from Jim Anderson's site. We have no personal recollections on the timeline for this period. My appeal to all of you is to take a look at the "Timeline" and if we don't have a date covered (or even if we do) for which you have a recollection, please take some time to sit down and give us your recollection of the day's events. These are the things that make up our history. These recollections are a truer history than any records that the Army might of kept. This is not a technically hard thing to do. It just takes a bit of your time but this bit of history will be preserved (hopefully) forever.
Jim Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 08/26/2004
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This is for Donna Grizzard your Email dose not work try this URL for Information on 24th Div http://search.yahoo.com/search?fr=sbc-web&tab=-web&p=24th+Infantry+Division+1961&btn=Search
Frankie Willard CoC 2BN 35th -- Wichita KS USA -- 08/26/2004
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Need help Sept. 21 thru sept 30 1968 C Co. 2/35th took a beating. Anyone with documentation of these actions or knows where I might find info. please e-mail me. Wayne sykes Cacti Forever
wayne sykes -- louisville ky USA -- 08/26/2004
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Geo. Colleman what is your phone #
David O. Cassler -- Philipsburg PA USA -- 08/26/2004
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I am trying to gather information on the 24th infatry div.in 1961
Donna Grizzard -- santarosa bch. fl USA -- 08/26/2004
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I would like more information about adopting a soldier. I am sorry to have bothered you if this is not the correct e-mail. I have been trying to find a way to say Thank you to our men and women who are serving (although I could never give back what they are giving to me), but I would like to do something if possible. Vickie
Vickie -- Grayslake IL USA -- 08/25/2004
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We have recieved word that Gary Breaux, C 2/35th,2nd Platoon, 1967-68,passed away on June 17, 2004. He died of multiple cancers throughout his system. He is buried at Terrbonne Memorial Park Cemetery in Houma, LA. His sister Jeanette got the word to us. Gary's wife and daughters live in Houma. Bury Me With Soldiers By Father Charlie Fink I've played a lot of roles in life; I've met a lot of men, I've done a lot of things I'd like to think I wouldn't do again. And though I'm young, I'm old enough to know someday I'll die. And to think about what lies beyond, Beside whom I would lie. Perhaps it doesn't matter much; Still if I had my choice, I'd want a grave 'mongst Soldiers When at last death quells my voice. I'm sick of the hypocrisy of lectures of the wise. I'll take the man, with all the flaws, Who goes, though scared, and dies. The troops I knew were commonplace They didn't want the war; They fought because their fathers and their fathers had before. They cursed and killed and wept... God knows they’re easy to deride... But bury me with men like these; They faced the guns and died. It's funny when you think of it, The way we got along. We'd come from different worlds To live in one where no one belongs, I didn't even like them all; I'm sure they'd all agree. Yet I would give my life for them, I know some did for me.. So bury me with soldiers, please, Though much maligned they be. Yes, bury me with soldiers, for I miss their company. We'll not soon see their likes again; We've had our fill of war. But bury me with men like them till someone else does more.
CactiBen --  USA -- 08/24/2004
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nice site you have here, please keep it up
Eze Igbo -- enugu ab USA -- 08/23/2004
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I was traveling from Midland Tx back home to Tulsa on several trips I've made in the past. I stopped in Dundee Tx at the cemetary, there was a military marker listing Douglas W. Stegall, next to him was his fathers. Douglas was KIA in Vietnam March 1967, his father was a world war 2 vet that passed away in 2000. I felt compelled to do some investigation into Douglas Stegall, as myself a vet, and I have a son of draft age. I can't imagine how Douglas's dad had to live with his sons death. I came across the 35th infantry website during a search, and I am trying to find a photo image of Douglas for the site. So far no luck. I have contacted Karen Howard of Graham Tx. school for help. There is no evidence of Douglas attending Graham, even though the Cacti website claims him to be from Grahm, Dundee is about 70 miles from Graham. Anyway, God Bless, Kevin Koloff
Kevin Koloff -- Tulsa ok USA -- 08/20/2004
Email -- http://hometown.aol.com/kkoloff/
Hi, I just want to let everyone know that a special friend of yours and mine has passed away after a long illness. His name is James (Jim) Korenka. from Binghamton, NY. Just thought I would let you know.
cindy -- binghamton ny USA -- 08/20/2004
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ON 20 August 1966 we lost John Hymes He was a close friend of mind an I wanted to let the rest of you know how were John was killed we were on a S/D coming north from the idrang along the border we reach Hwy 19 West of Pleiku at appox 1300 hrs we made contact John was pointman an was killed instantly we were on the south side of Hwy 19 west of Pleiku were it was still a dirt road we could not move an out of no were came two M60 Tanks shooting Bee Hive rounds to the north side of the road at that time the NVA broke contact an cross the border we swept the area but only found blood trails so time during the fire fight someone got up an cover John with his poncho liner do not remember who it was John you are sill missed after all this time God Bless Frank
Frankie Willard CoC 2BN 35th -- Wichita Ks USA -- 08/20/2004
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Sorry guys. just went thru prostate cancer. sold house. swapped the harley for an rv. am now traveling. finally online again.Site is better than ever. keep up the good work.CACTI forever Frank Debilio E.co 1/3568-694.2 mortar platoon.
frank debilio -- pensacola fl USA -- 08/20/2004
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I was directed here to find out more about my uncle, James Emory Maness, and his comrads. I know a good bit about him as far as his childhood, but I don't know much about the soldier he was. I was barely 2 years old when he left for Vietnam. Sad to say, he never returned. His name was mentioned often, and he left behind seven brothers and sisters. If anyone knows anything they could relay to me, please send me an e-mail. Thanks Chris Maness
Chris Maness -- Kearney MO USA -- 08/18/2004
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I'm looking for anyone who may have served with my friend in Vietnam. He is Sgt E5 Robert W Kenny who served with the 1st Bn of the 35th HHC Company from July 66 until he was KIA 24Jan 1967. Bob and I served in the Canadian Armed Forces together before he enlisted in the American Forces.I would appreciate hearing from anyone who knew him Tx
Barry Blake -- Black Diamond AB Canada -- 08/17/2004
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We enjoyed ORLANDO.A very good job by the REUNION committee. They even scheduled around HURRICANE CHARLEY. New KOREAN VETS attended and hope they continue.We missed LOPEZ & GUINN and we will miss BARTON forever.Hope all can make it back to LOUISVILLE and beyond. GIB MCKENNA HVY MORTARS 1953
GIB. MCKENNA -- PHOENIX AZ USA -- 08/16/2004
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Hi everyone, I wanted to drop a quick note to say what a pleasure it was to attend the reunion in Orlando. My fiance' Jennnifer Surace locates members of the 35th Cacti for you. She also enjoyed festivities and we plan on attending next year as well. Great site by the way. If you ever need any help with anything just let Jennifer or myself know.
Todd L. Moss -- Berea OH USA -- 08/16/2004
Email -- http://www.crimcheck.com
Had a great time in Orlando at the reunion. Met two men I had not seen in 34 years - Captain Jim Fisher and Sgt. Larry Curtis. It is like finding long lost brothers. The stories are always great to hear, especially about chickens in the field. A big thanks to all who put this reunion on. I know it takes a lot of time and effort to make it all come together. hope to see all of you next year in Louisville. Bob and Joanie Maves B Co. 2/35 69-70
Bob Maves -- Janesville Wi USA -- 08/14/2004
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I grew up in Alameda, CA with SSG Austin Cook (HHC, 1/35; kia 17Jul67). My brother and I both have a hole in our lives where "Butch" was; we do have many good memories, however. Anyone who served with Austin is welcome to contact me and we can share some stories about a common friend.
Michael Martin -- Pine Grove CA USA -- 08/14/2004
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I had a wonderful time at the reunion. I would like to thank everyone for making me feel so welcome. A special thanks to Pat O'Connor and Roger Stevens for taking me under their wing's, making sure I was included in activities and not left to wonder where I was supposed to be or what I should be doing. The reunion was amazingly well organized. My hat is off to those of you who planned and executed this great gathering. Thanks, Jennifer Knol
Jennifer Knol -- Holland Mi USA -- 08/13/2004
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was doing some research an found this site on Schofield Bks Hawaii it has a lot of Information in it http://search.yahoo.com/search?fr=sbc-web&tab=-web&p=Schofield+Barracks+Hawaii&btn=Search
Frankie Willard CoC 2BN 35th -- Wichita Ks USA -- 08/13/2004
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I'd like to say Hello to everyone in the Cacti family. We are all doing fine here in Afghanistan. We are all proud to be serving our country and becoming a part of history. "Take Arms!"
SFC Damarcus Pitt -- Kandahar Afghanistan -- 08/12/2004
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Benjo, I can put you in touch with Ed Coleman, your email doesnt work, give me a holler right away. home email c23568@verizon.net work is byoumans@kforce.com
CactiBen --  USA -- 08/11/2004
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Looking for Ed. Coleman with E Co. 35th 1950 thru 1951. If he rembers a Fellow by the name of Benjo.
David O. Cassler Sr. -- Philipsburg PA USA -- 08/11/2004
Email -- http://bpoe#1173@netphd.net
If Anyone Knows Who put the link for the Tropic Lighting Silver Book In our site Please let us Know so can get tham to fix it it will not open past Page 179 Thanks
Frankie G willard -- Wichita KS USA -- 08/11/2004
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I am a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 195 which was named after John Larry Jeffers. We believe him to have been the first casualty from Kershaw County, SC during the Viet Nam War. I enjoyed your site and think it is a wonderful honor to our fallen heroes. Thank you for taking the time to remember.
Nancy Heil -- Lugoff SC USA -- 08/09/2004
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FAREWELL TO A FELLOW OCS CLASSMATE, INFANTRY 14-67. YOU WENT WITH HONOR.
DAN DOMAGALA -- MOBILE A USA -- 08/09/2004
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Hello All, We are in contact with the parents of Theodore William Sandidge, D 2/35th, KIA 4/3/68 during the fight on Hill 1062. They are anxious to speak to anyone who knew their son. Ted was from Pawnee, IL and had been in-country since July 1967. Contact info: Mr and Mrs William Sandidge, 120 13th Street, Pawnee, IL 62558-9441 (phone) 217-625-4691 (email) carson28@yahoo.com
Dick Arnold --  USA -- 08/09/2004
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F co 35th Reg 7Dec 1941, could see the smoke and fire coming from Hickum field when I woke that morning. Took all day to get ammo from the depot. Had to break in Igloo.
Alvin E. Loudermilk -- Hattiesburg M USA -- 08/07/2004
Email -- http://1112 N. 34th Ave.
Hi to all my Cacti dads, I am sorry we missed the reunion this year. Things came up at the last minute and we couldn't come. We were looking forward to seeing all of you again. We hope you all enjoyed it and look forward to see you next year in KY. The best to you and yours. Take care. Love, Kerry and Kellie Ash (daughter PFC William Stovall, KIA 1968)
Kellie Ash -- Prairieville LA USA -- 08/07/2004
Email -- http://Reunion 2004
OKAY,THE FALL CACTI TIME NEWSMAGAZINE IS IN PROGRESS. IF YOU HAVE ANY SHORT STORIES OR PHOTOS FROM THE REUNION THAT YOU WOULD LIKE INCLUDED GET THEM TO ME ASAP. IF YOU CAN SCAN THE PHOTOS TO A DISC IN TIFF FORMAT. IF YOU MET AN OLD BUD OR A BUDS FAMILY FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MANY YEARS WRITE UP SOMETHING, I CAN EDIT IT. EMAIL IT TO ME SOONEST. IF YOU JUST WANT TO COMPLIMENT OR CRITICIZE SEND ME THAT ALSO. THE FALL ISSUE IS DEDICATED TO OUR REUNION AND TO OUR ACTIVE DUTY CACTI IN AFGHAN BUT WE HAVE PLENTY OF ROOM SO FAR. ANY SICK CALLS OR TAPS PLEASE SEND THOSE WITH FULL INFO. CACTI BEN, TANGO YANKEE OUT.
CACTIBEN --  USA -- 08/06/2004
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To all of the members of the reunion committee. My sister and I attended our first Reunion this year in Florida. It was very obvious the hard work that went into arranging this top notch affair. The KIA Memorial Tribute which included our brother, Jackie West KIA 3/5/69, will forever be etched in our minds. It is a comfort to know that he is still being remembered after 35 years in such a heartfelt and honorable manner. We both came away from this Reunion feeling comfort and part of a new family. Hope to see all of you at the next Reunion in Kentucky. Pam Panagiotou and Shelley Assenheimer John Hayden West's Sisters
Pam Panagiotou -- Lodi NJ USA -- 08/05/2004
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you might want to consider west point for a reunion; it is rich in military history, veteran friendly,has many good facilities , like a banquite hall, rv campsites,swimming, and fishing places,hotels ,motels etc and it,s located in the beautiful hudson valley
joe(doc)baker -- pine bush ny USA -- 08/05/2004
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Got back from the reunion last night. What a great time! My wife enjoys it as much as I do. This is a first class run organization, thanks to all for all the hard work that goes into making them what thet are. Can't wait for next year.
Rocco 'Doc' DeRosa -- Fountain Hills az USA -- 08/04/2004
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Hi, just stumbled upon this great site, I am sending in my membership today, I was a member of 1st Plt Co B during May 28-29 at 10 Alfa. will never forget those 2 days a few months later after injury (non combat related), I became the company Supply Sgt until Feb 1967 I have a foggy memory for names but am interested in getting in touch with other members of B Co. 2nd 35th
Richard Nilsen -- Massapequa NY USA -- 08/04/2004
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i just mailed out photos to dave muxo on a cd, the pictures are from lz liz, and the duc pho area 1967. there are about sixty of them. those of you who were on liz will remember the sceans, and maybe some of the faces; enjoy sincerly joe(doc)baker co. c 2/35
joe(doc)baker -- pine bush ny USA -- 08/03/2004
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My Dad, William H. Adamick, fought in Guadalcanal and Vella LaVella with the 35th. At the age of 84, he remembers his Company possibly being D. I'm sad to say that his uniform and medals are nowhere to be found. I was wondering if there might be a list available with the names of the men in the 25th Division, 35th Regiment, Company D (1942 - 1944) so that we could verify this. Any information or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Lottie Dennis -- New Waverly TX USA -- 08/03/2004
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ORLANDO...BEST FAMILY REUNION THAT I HAVE EVER BEEN TO. THANKS TO ALL INVOLVED IN MAKING IT HAPPEN. MY REMARKS CONCERNING VA CLAIMS AND BENEFITS WERE BRIEF AND, ARGUABLY TOO HUMOROUS, BUT THE INTENT WAS TO LET EVERYONE KNOW WHAT WAS AVAILABLE NOT TO DISCUSS THEM IN DETAIL. SO, ANYONE REQUIRING FURTHER INFORMATION OR HELP IN FILING, PLEASE CONTACT ME AT 972-783-7237 OR EMAIL AT jmcooke@swbell.net Jim "Recovering Tanker" Cooke
Jim C ooke -- Dallas TX USA -- 08/03/2004
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I WANT TO SAY THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SOLIDERS WHO ARE SERVING IN AFGANASTAN. WORDS CAN NOT EXPRESS HOW PROUD YOU ALL HAVE MADE US. WE ARE ALL PRAYING FOR THE DAY WE GET TO WELCOME YOU HOME. I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE SPECIAL THANKS TO MY WONDERFUL HUSBAND CHRISTOPER L. HOLTHAUS WHO IS SERVING WITH ALPHA CO. 2-35 INF. I LOVE YOU AND I MISS YOU VERY. YOU ARE A WONDERFUL MAN AND A GREAT SOLIDER. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO. I LOVE YOU WITH ALL OF MY HEART. I'LL SEE YOU SOON!! WITH ALL OF MY LOVE---JAMIE RAE
JAMIE HOLTHAUS -- WAHIAWA HI USA -- 08/03/2004
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Hope all had a good time at the reunion,sorry I missed it had a lot going on.Hope to see you next time. Would like to meet Doc Hall and everyone who gave me a hand on some paper work 2 years ago.Sorry I missed Tom K. You all take care and have a good year. Thanks to all that make this site possible.1/35th A co 3rd plt 1968. Gary Rose
Gary Doc Rose -- naples nc USA -- 08/02/2004
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August 2 1966 a very Sad Day for 2 BN 35th we lose a lot of good men on this day I remember it as if it happen yesterday. I stll think a lot of Lt Davis He was one of the best Platoon leader I had in 20 years in the Infantry My prayers go out to day to all there framily members an I miss tham a lot GOD BLESS
Frankie G willard -- Wichita KS USA -- 08/02/2004
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To all you B 1/35 guys, sorry I didn't make it to the reunion this year. I have been busy selling and buying a different home. Doing some remodeling now. I will be at next years reunion, God willing. I hope you all had a good visit and don't forget to send your pictures so they will be posted and I might see them on the site. Mike.
Mike McCann B co. 1/35 67-68 -- Milford IL USA -- 08/01/2004
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This letter is to notify you of a change in my e-mail address. Previous was (papasausedo@aol.com) new one is (Qmudaddy@aol.com) please send all mail to this address. Thanks, will keep in contact. I am a member and will send in dues asap.Sorry I can't make the reunion this year,both my wife and I lost our jobs due to a plant closure.Everyone is still in our hearts and minds .................comrades for ever.
Paul V. Sausedo -- Tolleson Az USA -- 08/01/2004
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I received a letter in the mail as a result of a mass mailing of postcards to Bravo non-members. Wayne Reynolds, B 2-35 63-65, died 2/18/04 in a vehicular accident. Please say a belated prayer for him. Thank you all for attending the reunion. Thank you all that helped us be so successful this year. Our Cacti spirit and brotherhood continues!
Pete Birrow -- Tyngsboro Ma USA -- 08/01/2004
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All: The 2005 Cacti Reunion will be held at this time of year in Louisville, KY. Watch for the exact dates.
Dave Muxo -- Orlando FL USA -- 08/01/2004
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Just heard on the 5pm news that the 27th Infantry just lost a man in Iraq my prayers to his framly God Bless Frank
Frankie G willard -- Wichita Ks USA -- 07/30/2004
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Cacti! Sir's and Ma'am's! The reunion of 2004, is now on its first day. I know you will All have a Great Time together! Will send messages to "above", for good weather during the reunion. Am looking forward to viewing photographs further on, with many smiling faces standing together. Take Good Care! Sincerely A.B
A.B --  SWEDEN -- 07/29/2004
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Does anyone already know where the reunion is going to be next year...2005? Just wondering!! Thanks
Lisa --  USA -- 07/28/2004
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Hi all. My name is Donna Roesler daugher of Larry Ketter. I want to thank all of you who were to reunite with him this week. You all made him so very happy. He was looking so forward to the reunion and just so happy to have found you all again. He was a proud proud man and a wonderful father. We will miss him a great deal. So now i just have wonderful memories to look back on and there are a great deal of those. You all take care and know that the reunion was all he talked about and i am so sad he missed out. Donna.
Donna Roesler -- Menasha wi USA -- 07/28/2004
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Do Any of you that were with CoC 2Bn 35th in 1966 remember Where that big Hill that we went up an when we got to the top we realised that if the NVA had been on top of that hill they would had a field day on us because the entire top was ringed with bunkers with interlocking fire that covered every square inch of that hill believe it was between the Ia Drang an Kontom
Frankie G willard -- Wichita KS USA -- 07/28/2004
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does any one know where i can get a copy of the "cacti newspaper? ther was an article about my husband in a recent issue that i have seen. if you can get me a copy of it please let me know via email. thanks
Jenniece "Nissi" Fraise -- wahiawa hi USA -- 07/27/2004
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Hello Cacti, As you all may already know, my husband was KIA on June 7, 2004 in afghnastan. i wanted to let my cacti family know that my daughter and i are doing alright. we are getting stronger and stronger everyday. My family and i appreciate ALL of you love and support! i recieved your cards and the flowers, i am forever grateful. thank you for the love and support. Nissi and Jireh
Jenniece "Nissi" Fraise -- wahiawa hi USA -- 07/27/2004
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I was with HHC 2-35 96 to 98 but i'm looking for 2 things. one is other guys that served with me and the other is that i have a good friend that served with George Cco in Korea and i'm looking for anybody that served with him. Any information about that time period would be very helpfull
Pfc Bass Christopher D. -- Powder Springs Ga USA -- 07/27/2004
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Have a great time at the reunion. Can't make it. Was planning on heading down, but decided to buy a new home. Having it built so have to stick around. Have wonderfull time. Will be thinking of you all. To all the guys from B 1st 35th Hooya!
Roger A. Thiessen "T" -- Glendale AZ USA -- 07/26/2004
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Please scroll down 3 or 4 entries and read about Larry Kettner. There is a lesson to be learned there. If you have any desire to hook up with your past Military Buddies you need to do it now. If you can't find him send me his name, home state, and if you have his social security number (it's on some orders) I'll try and find him.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) Sgt. at Arms -- Riveriew MI USA -- 07/24/2004
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hello to all those who are serving and who have.i thank you all from my heart to yours for what you have given and for those who served with my brother Spec4 William Douglas Wyant in vietnam.may God Bless you all.
marye wyant fast -- moline il USA -- 07/22/2004
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Assigned A Co 1/35 Apr 60- Oct 63 squard ldr mortar plt. Assigned HHC Oct 63 - Apr 64 Mortar plt 4.2mm squard ldr
MSG John H. Berger RET -- Surprise az USA -- 07/20/2004
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Larry Kettner, from Appleton Wisconsin, suffered a massive fatal heart attack today. Larry was an 11B with Alpha 2/35 who went on to work in TOC as an RTO with me. Recently, Terry Savely went to great efforts to find Larry. The three of us had planned to reunite next week after a 35 year separation. Say a prayer for a good Cacti tonight. Larry, we continue to miss you.
Peter Birrow B & TOC 68/69 -- Tyngsboro Ma USA -- 07/20/2004
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Hey guys, I just got a message on my answering machine from guy named Ronnie Mc Carty. He said he wants to talk to me and he was In Viet Nam with me. He did not leave his number. If anyone knows this guy call him and tell him to call back and leave a number this time. If anyone knows what state he lives in tell me and I will do a name search. Thanks Okie
Jim Lang -- Hulbert ok USA -- 07/20/2004
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If you read the entry by Mary E Wyant East I been helping her a little I got her stuff in the time line for her an walking with the 35th on the fire fight on 9 Fwb 68 when her brother was KIA she Knows more now how it happen but she would like to her from you guye that were there fowlling is some that I sent her an her reply I Have sent this to Ben Mary I had been thinking about a few things When you get contact with Anyone Please remember that That we all were real close over you even get closer them family most of the time an when we lose someone it was real hard on us. the bigger the fire fight with lose;s the harder it is an still in on us we all got the memories of what happen but a lot of them we got lock away because it so hard to bring them up to remember every time we lose one of our guys we lose part of our self's an part of our families an when it was a Medic it hurt so much more because of the job an hold they took care of us a medic to an Infantryman is almost like a god in our mines we depend on them for our lives an they came thru all the time if we had our way all Medic would get the Medial of Honor that why we all call them Doc this is a few things I felt I needed to say give them time they will open up even through it hurts live hell Frank Willard Her reply> hello frank.i understand this more than you know.you all were in a situation > where you all tried to watch out for each other.that it doesnt take a family > bloodline to become a family.it is the matters of circumstances and what life > throws at you that can make a bond.it makes me feel comforted that my brother > had such wonderful friends around him in this trying time that you all were > going through.to know that he wasnt facing the unseen attackers on his own but > had you all walking beside him.i cannot help but mourn and cry for all you > soldiers endured during that time and what you are undoubtly going through > now.the war never really ends as it stays within the memory and heart for all > time.i just wish that things can be settled without sending soldiers into a > war zone .giving innocent lives doesnt solve anything but causes pain loss and > heartache for those who had to go forth in those wars.i just want all of you > to know as far as i am concerned you are part of my family always as you were > with my brother.there are certain ties that are thicker than blood and this is > one of them.i was only 15 when i lost Doug and i ached many times to talk to > him and to share my life with him.to have him there when i was married and at > the birth of my children and there when when we lost our dad last year.he was > a kind and wonderful brother whom i will mourn to my dying day.with extended > friendship to you all mary elizabeth wyant fast(fast1@mchsi.com >
Frankie G willard -- Wichita KS USA -- 07/20/2004
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God Bless you all. Your families, friends and all the citizens of the America, pray for you and your speedy and healthy return.
Madeline Tully -- Dunedin Fl USA -- 07/20/2004
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This Sunday in church .i will stand up and ask all there to pray for the 25th. on the 25th. and all our troops. I ask all who read this message to also consider doing this also. I will also send a letter to local paper asking all in this area to do likewise, Cati ,
Charles N. Rea -- Harison Ar USA -- 07/20/2004
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I Was A member Of Love Co. from 9/1/51 thr. 6/1/52 in the 4th platoon. My first day of combat was on hill 717.
John Wist -- San Jose Ca USA -- 07/18/2004
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WANTING TO SEE IF THERE IS ANYONE OUT THERE THAT SERVED WITH MY BROTHER SPEC 4 WILLIAM DOUGLAS WYANT .
MARY ELIZABETH WYANT FAST -- MOLINE IL USA -- 07/18/2004
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I believe my father Jerome J. Hendrick was in the 35th as he fought on Guadalcanal, Vella lavella and Luzon (wounded in february 1945...in the mountains..near a town that is now a resort)...would like any information available about him and his service during WWII...thank you for a great web site..terry hendrick
terry hendrick -- Lake nebagamon wi USA -- 07/15/2004
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does anyone have an e-mail address for LT. william stoner. if so please send it to me
joe(doc)baker -- pine bush ny USA -- 07/15/2004
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As a proud Dad of a B/2/35 troop, I'd like to offer a special word of thanks to Pete Birrow and the Association for working to make sure the 'newbies' aren't forgotten. As I spread the word to family members, friends and even casual acquaintances about the 'adoption' program, the resulting flood of volunteers to 'adopt' a soldier and send letters and packages has really done my heart good. I don't plan on stopping even after all the Bullrocks have been squared away. From what I hear, we can all help with the effort by sending items for the Afghan children as well (my son says they'd rather have pens and paper for school than candy!!) - after all, who's going to be the next generation in that country? God Bless all who have shared their lives with our soldiers!! Randy Moyes
Randy Moyes -- Divide CO USA -- 07/13/2004
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THE SUMMER 2004 ISSUE OF THE CACTI TIMES NEWSMAGAZINE IS IN THE MAIL. IT GOES BULK RATE SO THE DELIVERY TIMES ARE LOCAL TO TAMPA 3-5 DAYS, INSTATE (FLORIDA) 5-10 DAYS, OUT OF STATE 5-15 DAYS. THAT IS WORK DAYS. IT IS MAILED TO ALL MEMBERS IN GOOD STANDING. IF YOUR DUES ARE UP TO DATE YOU SHOULD RECIEVE THIS ISSUE.
CactiBen --  USA -- 07/13/2004
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1967-1968, Karl died of a maasive heart attack May 31, 1981 He loved you guys---- Gretchen, his sister
Karl King -- Washington DC USA -- 07/12/2004
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Hi. Does anyone out there remember Sgt. Herbert Ragans C Co 2nd. BN, 35th INF RGT, 4 INF Div, better know as Randy? He died in Pleiku, South Vietnam in 1969. If you do happen to know him, would you please email me. I would love to hear from anyone who knew him. God Bless you all, Shari
Shari -- Jacksonville Fl USA -- 07/11/2004
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Doc Joe Baker, thanks for posting. We dont have you on our rosters. If you send me an address I will mail you copies of our Cacti Times Newsmagazine with info on the upcoming reunion and membership. Look forward to hearing back from you.
CactiBen --  fl USA -- 07/11/2004
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ROLAND RUSH; i was his medic, his family should feel free to contact me 845-744-3750
joe(doc) baker -- pine bush ny USA -- 07/10/2004
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DOC BAKER; that,s me i was with the 2/35 from jan5th 67 to jan 5th 68 does anyone remember me? if so please contact me. i have many pictures any stories to shares.
joe baker -- pine bush ny USA -- 07/10/2004
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Greetings to all, I am hoping to hear from anyone who served with my Uncle, PFC Roland E. Rush. He served with: Charlie Company 2nd Battalion 35th Infantry Regiment He was Killed In Action on May 20th, 1967. We are hoping to make contact with anyone who was with him on his last day on earth to clear up conflicting reports that have plagued our family for 36 years about his death. Please feel free to email me, Any help would be greatly appreciated. Love and Respect to all of our Servicemen, Veterans and their familes.
James Westmoreland -- Rock Spring GA USA -- 07/09/2004
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My dad served with alot of you guys ( 1LT Patrick W. O'connor, 2/35th) and I felt the need to write something in this guestbook. As I was growing up I never fully understood what my father went through in Vietnam. I always felt proud of him for serving his country, but never fully understood or appreciated him until I was older. I now have a totally different kind of pride for him and the brave men like him. The one thing that has always bothered me about the Vietnam war, is that all of you went through great hardships and life altering events, yet you were in many cases scorned upon returning home. It is hard for me and my generation to fully understand all that went on in the 1960's and 1970's, but yet I cannot understand how fellow Americans could turn their backs on our brave men. I know it might seem like a small gesture almost 40 years later, But welcome home and thank-you. God bless you all.
Patrick C. O'connor -- Pleasant City Oh USA -- 07/09/2004
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I remember something that we did in NAM one time we were on Rear Guard for BN CP in the Rock quarry in Kontum we Had this FNG that we sent around the area for a back blast bag for a 90mm recoilless rifle they gave it us to use on line He spent the whole day looking for one till the Battalion Commander asked him why he was just walking around he told him what he was looking for an who sent him that was one of the worst ass chewing I ever had what was funny after the BN Cdr got threw he walk away laughing does any one with the 1st Platoon Co C 2/35th happen to remember his name
Frankie Willard -- Wichita Ks USA -- 07/07/2004
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This is New Item At Wal Mart which should be good to send troops in care Packages they do work used them on Grandkids last night they come in Packages of three Wal Mart has them an Walgreen drugs Iam sure other stores should have them to It is called a Bug Chaser Insect Repellent wristband strips it can be worn as a wristband ,on the ankle,clippedon a hat,beltloop an etc. Frank C/2/35tth 66
Frank Willard -- Wichita KS USA -- 07/06/2004
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Turk, by the way, Joe Lucas is a life member and Chip Coates is an annual member of the Cacti Assn.
CactiBen --  USA -- 07/05/2004
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Turk thanks for posting on the Assn guestbook. We have guys who do a lot of research, if you provide more info perhaps we can help. Joe Lucas is now in Iraq as a civilian contractor. Also please consider joining the Cacti Assn as it is thru our members dues that we are able to maintain this website and research for our history and the men who served with us. thanks.
CactiBen --  USA -- 07/05/2004
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Joined C 1/35 in Oct 65 at Schofield. As soon as I unpacked, we were deployed to Pleiku. Company Commander was superb Military leader,Capt. Alvino Cortez. I will always remember him as well as H.P. Rogers who was killed on 6/24/66. Left Nam on 12/18/66 with Chip Coates, Joe Lucas ( President TBB) and a few others. I have forgot (perhaps intentionally) as much as I could, but thanks to the VA, I realize that many others have been carrying the same cross. A trip to Washington on Veterans Day, 2003 proved to be rewarding and comforting. Any one who served with me, please write. Peace, Turk Starniri Jr.
Ernest "Turk" Starniri Jr -- Easton Pa USA -- 07/04/2004
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Don thanks for remembering your buddies. The Assn has worked long and hard to keep all those departed remembered. I hope you got the Cacti Times I mailed you and I hope you will consider becoming a member of the Assn. Have a safe 4th. All gave some -- some gave all!
CactiBen --  USA -- 07/04/2004
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Today i look back to July 3rd 1966 and remenber 20 of my fallen Cacti comrads who gave their lives at Chu Prong Massif/la Drang River. I was one of the lucky ones, but i lost a lot of good friends that day. Peace be with you my fallen friends.
Donald J. Sternhagen -- Marion IA USA -- 07/03/2004
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I was reading the KIA list like I do every day an I see where the B Co 1BN 35TH lose so many Men in one day in 66 I was there in 66 but never heard of it ,That why we need this site becouse you find out what else was going on when you were there that you never heard about God Bless Frank
Frank Willard -- Wichita Ks USA -- 07/03/2004
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Genevieve -- Pearl City HI USA -- 06/30/2004 Your email address is not sendable. Please email me for instructions; my address is below.
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro Ma USA -- 07/02/2004
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God bless the brave men of the 2-35th infantry. I am looking for a Christian soldier who might like to have a pen pal. I would love to share bible verses, send care packages, and get to know a brother in Christ through letters.
Genevieve -- Pearl City HI USA -- 06/30/2004
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2nd/35th 2/67-2/68 Looking for comrads. Are you out there?
Ezra Pratt -- Palm Desert CA USA -- 06/29/2004
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My grandmother married a man named Larry R Shane, and thanks to your web site, I have been able to find out a little more about him. He was KIA on May 29, 1953 in the Korean war. I wear the wedding ring he gave my grandma and think about what he was like constantly. I've been slowly piecing together the life of this man I didn't know, but my grandma loved dearly enough to hold onto his belongings and the wedding ring to give to me, 48 years later just before her death. If anyone knew him please contact me so I can learn more about him. Thank you so much. And god bless our troops.
Christina Mae Garton -- Lincoln NE USA -- 06/29/2004
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Looking for these former members of Weapons Plt. B 1st 35th. Underwood, Bennet,Lindberg, Blue and Taylor. Guys if you read this, drop me a line. "T"
Roger A. Thiessen "T" -- Glendale AZ USA -- 06/28/2004
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To all those planning on attending the reunion this year, I could use your help. I'm in charge of the registration desk this year and need people to help out at the desk with me. The more guys we can get to volunteer, the less time each of us will have to man the registrstion desk. If you are willing to help out. please e-mail me direct and I wiil put you on my list. Thanks very much...Bill Wilds
Bill Wilds -- Wheaton Il USA -- 06/27/2004
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66 MORE TO GO!!!! Hey all you old Bravo (or Baker or Bullrock) guys. We need your help! As many of you know by now our active brothers are in Afghanistan. As they place themselves in harms way we need to do what we can do to show our support for them. There are 127 Bullrocks and 61 have been paired up so far. These are outstanding young men! Doc Hall, John Lorts and I have organized a support committee for the active Bravo (actually they call themselves Bullrocks these days). We need guys to help us communicate with each of these young men. We need guys to help us make sure that these guys receive "goodies" packages with some regularity to help brighten their days. We need for each of you to step forward to give us a hand with this. Give me or Doc or John a shout and we will be happy to guide you in support of these Brothers. Please contact me at the e-mail return address below. Don't sit on the sidelines for this one we need you now. (ACTUALLY WE NEED SUPPORT FOR ALL THE COMPANIES OF THE REGIMENT. IF YOU WISH TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR ANY COMPANY OF THE REGIMENT LET ME KNOW AND I WILL POINT YOU IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION.) Thanks, Doc Hall, Pete Birrow, John Lorts
Pete Birrow -- Tyngsboro Ma USA -- 06/27/2004
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Latest update from the Cacti, some of you already got this I realize. Hello Everyone, latest update from the front-lines is as follows: The battalion continues to work towards providing a stable and safe environment for the upcoming elections and future of Zabul Province. The past two weeks have been busy to say the least. During recent operations, the battalion in conjunction w/local and national agencies (police, CIA equivalent, Afghan National Army and "others") have been identifying Taliban and other anti-coalition militia (ACM) working in the province. Recent operations have resulted in the following: 1. Over 50 detainees; 4 of which have positive ties to Taliban/ACM activities 2. 4xDSHKs w/over 22,000 rounds of ammunition captured (DSHK pronounced dishka is a 14.5mm anti-aircraft gun) 3. 500+ Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPG) 4. 2x82mm mortar systems w/assorted number of rounds 5. 82mm recoiless rifle (best described as a ground mounted cannon) 6. Numerous caches (weapons/equipment either blown-up in place and/or back-hauled to base for historical purposes...war trophies) The men have been in sporadic firefights and are doing well. Most of the enemy fear... and I mean this literally, fear our firepower and capabilities. There is nothing worse than to have to come face to face w/a US coalition force armed to the teeth with enough firepower to level a small mountain. I'm happy to say no casualties have been experienced on the side of the cacti. The men are working like a well oiled machine, systematically clearing villages, cave complexes, and caches of enemy forces. The men remain well disciplined and continue to look after each other on the battlefield. The leadership of this unit and the individual soldier attention to the smallest details is winning this fight. The Quick Reactionary Force (QRF) has been busy as well. This is a force on a 30minute string ready to reinforce troops in contact and/or local governmental/security forces in trouble. Over the past two days, I led two missions to support one of our districts that was being threatened by Taliban forces. During both operations, the QRF air assaulted in to secure the local police headquarters and district leader's compound...high adventure. We extracted several local police casualties and prevented the Taliban from further threatening the compound and village proper. Of note: The Taliban and ACM continue to be evasive, blending into the local populous to avoid detection whenever possible. This is not a new technique. The Vietnamese and North Koreans did this as well. Our biggest challenge is in identifying these men as we move from village to village. The good news is that we are slowly doing this!...as we move from village to village, the good that we are doing is spreading from town to town(wells, opening schools, medical, assisting law enforcement...).This is something that the ACM/Taliban is unable to do "win the hearts and minds of the people" and more importantly, we are helping the local population help themselves. Local law enforcement is being equipped and is more effectively taking the fight to the enemy than it had been in previous months/years. People are coming forward w/invaluable information which has already saved the lives of our soldiers and local townspeople. Thats all for now from the front-lines in Afghanistan. Till next time, v/r "Cacti-5"
cactiben --  USA -- 06/27/2004
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Ilost all my e-mail addresses to aol in the switch so please mail me your adresses Paul
Paul D.Watson -- Twinlake Mi USA -- 06/26/2004
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There have been some inquiries if we knew info on a Memorial Fund set up for Cpl David Fraise's baby. At this time we have no definite info but I have called the Church in New Orleans to try to contact the familly. Once I get any info I will post it or you can email me. Thanks.
CactiBen --  USA -- 06/25/2004
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If you are attending the 2004 Cacti reunion please make your hotel reservations ASAP. The hotel is filling up and our room block is almost full. The hotel number is 800-327-9170 Only call Monday thru Friday 8am to 4pm Eastern time.. Only talk to the Hotel reservation person, do not try to book rooms with the National reservations for Radisson, they cant get you a room. YOU MUST IDENTIFY WITH THE 35TH INFANTRY REGIMENT REUNION..
CactiBen --  USA -- 06/24/2004
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I recently viewed a young woman's search for her father who died in Nam. I had to look for my half-brother, Roland E. Rush. Thank you for your site.
Chloe Westmoreland -- LaFayette GA USA -- 06/23/2004
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I am David Fraise Cousin Thank you
Nakia Jones -- New Orleans la USA -- 06/22/2004
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Yesterday was the funeral for David M. Fraise from A 2/35th in Afghanistan. I know that many of you read my previous post and thought "that's a good idea". I also know that many of you have not gotten around to buying that sympathy card and mailing it (and may never get around to it without a reminder) Well here's your reminder. It is not too late. Please do it today or within the next couple of days. Show the family that we care about their terrible loss. Send the cards to: "The Family of David M. Fraise/ c/o the Boissier Labat Funeral Home/ 1703 Clairborne Ave/ New Orleans, LA 70116." You don't have to worry if you can't think of the proper words. A card signed by you and indicating which unit and year of the 35th you were in will do nicely. Thanks guys -- Doc
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/22/2004
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Hey Cacti! Anyone out there remember Cpt Hicks, Cmdr Co A, 2/35? Where was he from?
Steve Rainbolt -- Plainfield IN USA -- 06/21/2004
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This terrific Association that we formed a few years ago has blossomed beyond what many of us could imagine. A lot of good work has been accomplished over the past few years and there is a whole lot more that we can be doing. We are pretty well running past the capacity for our dedicated officers and volunteers to handle. So we are coming tonight to ask for volunteers to man our first general Task Force. This first TF will address the problems of membership. Duties of the TF for Membership will include approaches to lists of names of ex-cacti that we already have in our possession as well as Approaches to identifying currently unknown ex-Cacti and how we communicate with them. TF members will form cost effective strategies for finding our old buddies. This may involve letter; e-mail; or telephone campaigns across the country. This may involve public relation campaigns to get our name out to the public. This may involve any number of other innovative strategies as will be determined by the TF members. We are asking tonight for volunteers. We need 20 or more for this TF. It is helpful if you are reasonably proficient with the computer but you don’t need to be a computer wizard. Members of this TF can be made up of current Association Members; Currently non-member ex-Cacti; Family members of current or ex-Cacti; or just plain friends of the Cacti. TF members will be duly recognized as an official function of the Association. We need your help. Don’t sit on the fence. It is OK to volunteer now. Please contact me at dochall35@yahoo.com . Or by writing me at 1335 N. Broad St./ Woodbury, NJ 08096. I will be happy to answer any questions that you may have. - Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/20/2004
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Want to take this time to remind every one to say a prayer for all the Children and Grand Children That have a Father or GrandFather listed on the wall God Bless tham All CACTI ALWAYS
Frankie Willard CoC 2BN 35th -- Wichita Ks USA -- 06/20/2004
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As you all know by now the 35th suffered it's first casualty in Afghanistan. The funeral for David M. Fraise A Co 2/35th will be held Monday June 21 in New Orleans. David leaves behind among other family a Wife and 6 month old Daughter as well as his Mother. Sympathy Cards can be sent in care of the Funeral Home. I encourage ALL Cacti to show their support for our young Brother's Family by sending sympathy cards. This is a simple enough matter. You don't have to convey great words of wisdom. Just the simple act of purchasing a sympathy card, signing and mailing it will show that you care. Back when most of us served such support as this would not of been possible. Families could not know that there are hundreds or thousands of Brother Cacti who care and share their sorrow. Please go out today and buy that card; address it; sign it and mail it. It is the very least we can do to show these young heroes and their families that we care. Send cards to: The Family of David M. Fraise/ c/o Boissier Labat FH/ 1703 Clairborne Ave./ New Orleans, LA 70116. Again the funeral is Monday. It will be nice to have as many cards there as possible by then but if you read this late please do not fail to act at that time. Cards can still be sent even weeks later. PLEASE GUYS DO NOT PUT THIS OFF. IT IS NOT DIFFICULT OR EXPENSIVE. DO IT TODAY OR TOMORROW OR NEXT WEEK BUT DO IT. Thanks Doc
jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/18/2004
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Bravo 2/35 Fourth Annual Luncheon. Last year in Buffalo, we had a fantastic B 2/35 company luncheon on the shores of Lake Erie. 64 Bravo’s and guests enjoyed a beautiful sunny afternoon on an outdoor patio. This year, my Bravo Brothers, we will be in sunny Florida in July! Time to head inside for some ice-cold air conditioning and an ice-cold beer. Be there at The Black Angus Steak House in Kissimmee at 1pm on Friday, July 30. 2004 for our 4th Annual Bravo Luncheon! The Black Angus Steak House is conveniently located within walking distance of our hotel (no convoy required) so we will be able to hump right over for a great luncheon. GM Joe Del Rosso promises us a great time at a reasonable cost. This year, we will be able to order off of the luncheon menu for under $10! Joe has everything on this luncheon menu from steak burgers, fish sandwiches or pizza to chicken, ham, pork or prime rib entrees! Here's the deal: No up front money is needed this year, however, I do need to know how many will be attending. Joe has a very large restaurant that has different seating areas. Please e-mail, call, write, fax, etc me before July 23rd so that we can give him an accurate head-count by the end of that week. Lets try to break the record for attendance that we set last year and see if we can come up with numbers to equal two platoons! Tell your Bravo friends about this great event. You guys are great and your families are even greater; lets get together again this July. Stay in touch until then. “Cacti Forever - But Bravo to the Core”!! Peter Birrow 68/69. e-mail; birrowp@comcast.net phone: 978-649-6562 (H) 617-222-3607 (W) fax: 617-222-8309 (W)
Pete Birrow --  USA -- 06/17/2004
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email from afghanistan regarding our Cacti Hi, My company has been busy doing a lot of good work in this part of Afghanistan. I just spent 2 weeks moving from village to village talking with the elders/leaders about many different aspects of their city to include what the taliban are doing. At every step you can find those that fought the Russians and buildings still in rubble from that war. You can see the destruction from the taliban. And now you can see the work the US is doing both with Non-governmental organizations and with the military. They are very hospitable and eager to help us do our work. I have had the priviledge to sit with many of the elders and drink Chi Tea and eat flat bread as we discuss the business of the city. The children are eager and curious about everything that we do. I was talking with a teacher and his young son (1 or 2 yrs) walked out to us. he was curious about our trucks and us but couldn't get himself to get too close - still afraid because we are so different. In all place the people want very badly to be left alone and to return their country to the beautiful place it was 25 years ago. We are making that possible and it's great to be a part of it. For all those - and there are a lot - that have sent letters, cards, thoughts, prayers, boxes, and emails, this is as much about the work that you are doing to support us as it is about the work the soldiers are doing everyday. This is a thank you for that support - the support you give in your own way. I'm very proud of my boys. They have performed splendidly. They have moved among the children with tenderness and care and at the same time, have responded to attacks with strength, accuracy, and the determination expected of a US soldier. We will make a change in this country. We are all doing fine and are completely absorbed with doing our job. Please share and check up on the TF Cacti website for more info and pictures of the company. Thank you Craig (CO of HHC 2-35)
CactiBen --  USA -- 06/17/2004
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Just got a call from John Lorts who just received a letter from his adopted troop. When you send packages to your adopted troop in Afghanistan don't send flea collars, they don't need them where they are. Lorts couldn't post this as his computer is sick and waiting for a new part.
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 06/16/2004
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Ben, You and the Entire Cacti association have been a major Lifeline and support to our cacti families, I feel ashamed that my gratitude cannot equal all the support you all have bestowed upon us. I think you folks are Doing a excellent job and I do know in fact that in our company as well as Others they strive on the cacti website for the support they need,Deployed soldiers families, spouses and friends have a place to come to for comfort. The Cacti Website has been a blessing to our Battalion, I am forever grateful for all the support you all have shown us. God Bless You All Mahalo Kim Akuna
Kimberly Leimomi Akuna -- Waianae Hi USA -- 06/16/2004
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Attire for the Reunion Banquet is Corporate Casual. Collar shirt, slacks, shoes and socks for guys is the minimum we ask. Some do wear Coat and Tie but it is not required. Ladies usually do dress more than the men but most wear a dress, skirt and blouse, slacks and blouse etc. Many as I say do out dress the guys. Please no shorts or T-shirts. Thanks.
CactiBen --  USA -- 06/13/2004
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My mother and I are hoping to attend the reunion in Orlando. She asked me to find out what the "dress code" is for the Saturday night dinner??
David Williams -- pickens sc USA -- 06/11/2004
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The 25th Division Assn rotates their reunion every five years to Hawaii. We have not as the 35th set that system up as over half our members were under the 4th Inf Division so going to Hawaii with the 25th has no meaning to them. We are the 35th Infantry Regiment with our own agenda.
CactiBen --  USA -- 06/10/2004
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Just curious, when is next reunion in Hawaii?
Roger Doc Ellis, Cpt USA ret -- Trinity FL USA -- 06/10/2004
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Latest news we have from New Orleans. No other info as of yet. Fighting kills N.O. soldier Kennedy grad dies in Afghan explosion Thursday, June 10, 2004 By Joan Treadway Staff writer Cpl. David M. Fraise, 24, of New Orleans died Monday in Afghanistan after an improvised bomb struck the Humvee in which he was on patrol, the U.S. Defense Department announced Wednesday. Injured in the attack, Fraise was transported to the Air Field Hospital in Kandahar, where he died, a department spokesman said. Fraise, who was assigned to the 25th Infantry Division at Schofield Barracks on Oahu, Hawaii, was the only soldier killed this week in Operation Enduring Freedom, said Lt. Col. Stan Heath, an Army spokesman at the Pentagon. A memorial service for Fraise is planned in Afghanistan and a prayer service will be held at the barracks, but they have not been scheduled, nor has his burial place been chosen, said Patricia Simoes, a spokesperson at Schofield Barracks. Fraise, an infantryman, signed up for the Army in June 2001 and was assigned to Hawaii in December of that year, she said. Connie Craig of New Orleans, an aunt, said Fraise followed a family tradition of military service. He had a cousin, uncle and grandfather who served in the armed forces. "Helping people was one of his main priorities. He knew the Bible," Craig said. "I remember his mom saying this was something she couldn't talk him out of because this was something he wanted to do. He wanted to help the country." Fraise graduated from Kennedy High School, where he participated in student government, and went to church often and sang in a choir, Craig said. He leaves behind his wife, Jenaiece, as well as their 6-month-old daughter, Jireah, Craig said. Fraise's widow, who lives in Army housing on Oahu, declined a reporter's inquiry Wednesday afternoon, Simoes said. Fraise's mother, Juanita, lives in New Orleans. The Associated Press reported Monday that three soldiers were wounded and one later died after a bomb hit their Humvee about 250 miles southwest of Kabul. Warplanes were striking militants in nearby mountain caves at the time, the report stated. Fraise's death brings to at least 91 the number of American service personnel who have died in and around Afghanistan since the U.S. invasion. . . . . . . . The Associated Press contributed to this report. Joan Treadway can be reached at jtreadway@timespicayune.com or (504) 826-3305.
CactiBen --  USA -- 06/10/2004
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info from hawaii about Cacti being on FOX According to Afghanistan, Geraldo will be doing two, one-hours shows from Kandahar airing on Fri and Sat 10 p.m. EST. I looked in the Hawaii TV Guide and Geraldo's show is listed only on Saturday at 4 and 7 Hawaii Time. Any other information that spouses are receiving I cannot confirm. He will be in Kandahar beginning Thursday for 5 - 7 days. If they go to Geraldo from FOX in New York, we will not know ahead of time to tape. Hope this information helps.
ben --  USA -- 06/10/2004
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I was in Vietnam from August 69 to August 70. I was in Company C; 1st Platoon; 2/35th Infantry; 4th Infantry Division. By reading the timeline, it brought back, in vivid detail, just like it was yesterday. I was there on January 19th. I am looking for others from my Company. Please contact me at my email address.
Michael (Terry) Ewing -- Springfield MO USA -- 06/08/2004
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Regretfully we have bad news to report. One of our Cacti has been Killed in Action in the battle against Terroism. Please say a prayer for the family of the killed and wounded. This Brave Young Hero was with A Company, 2-35th. The family has been notified but we are not posting the name as of this time. You can email me for further info as we get it. TAWARA, Afghanistan (CNN) -- A U.S. soldier was killed and two others wounded Monday near the southern Afghan city of Kandahar as American troops battled Taliban fighters along the rugged border with Pakistan, a U.S. commander said. The soldier died after a remote-controlled roadside bomb detonated underneath his Humvee near Deh Rawod in Afghanistan's Uruzgan Province, according to U.S. Central Command. He was one of three soldiers in the vehicle who were taken to a military hospital in Kandahar. About 20,000 troops from the Army's 25th Infantry Division and the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit have been fighting Taliban forces in provinces along the Pakistan border in recent days. In other violence, two improvised explosive devices detonated Monday alongside an Army convoy, and an Army camp in Paktika Province was the target of a rocket attack overnight. No injuries were reported in either incident. Seven U.S. troops have been killed in the past month in Afghanistan, where U.S. troops are battling remnants of the al Qaeda terrorist network and the Taliban militia that once ruled most of the country.
CactiBen --  USA -- 06/08/2004
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Here is the link to the Va's new graveside locator web site: http://gravelocator.cem.va.gov/j2ee/servlet/NGL_v1 I tried several names and they all were cited accurately. Good luck! Gary
Gary Dittmer -- Woodbridge VA USA -- 06/07/2004
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fyi...A message for all of you from the wife of HHC 1SGT Kim Akuna take care ts Our husbands will be on the Geraldo Rivera's show this coming week on the Fox network----- June 9 interview with our Brigade June 10 interview with 2-27, our sister Battalion June 11 LIVE, interview with the 2-35 CACTI, 4:00 in the afternoon! June 12-13 Geraldo will spend the night with the 2-35 CACTI This Information could change --- subject to our husband's mission -- SO-- watch all this week. I will pass on more information or any changes as soon as I get them.
Terry Savely -- Sugar Land ts USA -- 06/07/2004
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How many of our Viet Nam era brothers remember the way we looked forward to letters and "care" packages? It looks like a lot of you have forgotten,or is it something else?News from the Active Cacti is that they are just like we were-trying to do a hard job with limited resources and a pat on the back or cookies from home were real special things.Pass this on to our young brothers.Adopt a Cacti!
Patrick W. O'Connor -- southington Oh USA -- 06/07/2004
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Had lunch today with Erle Gooding. He was an RTO with D Co. 2/35th 4-68/4-69. He would like to hear from some of you D Co guys. take care ts
Terry Savely -- Sugar Land TX USA -- 06/07/2004
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Larry Jackson was killed 1/8/68 with D, 2/35th. Larry's brother is looking for anyone who knew him.You can contact him through his daughter Teresa, Ciara4169@aol.com Thanks, Dick
Dick Arnold --  USA -- 06/07/2004
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To find a gravesite for a Veteran, here is a link to a Nationwide Gravesite Locator from the VA. I have tried it and it is quite accurate.
Gary Dittmer -- Woodbridge Va USA -- 06/06/2004
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ha (phyllisemily) you ask questions about mike litsey i was with him but dont know anything of his home life
joe hallman -- shreveport la USA -- 06/06/2004
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Over this past Memorial Day period, visits were made to 54 Cacti gravesites by a wonderful group of Cacti Volunteers. These volunteers were : KIA Family members Clare "Bunny" Kalsum (Holke) and Dr, Jennifer Knol. Cacti KIA friend Elizabeth Martinez and our Cacti Brothers Lee Ingram; Joe Farmer; Tom Kehoe; Russ "Doc" Martin; Dave Loudermilk; Gary "Doc" Rose; Philippe Saunier; Sidney McMahen; Tiny Dodd; Dick Arnold; and Doc Hall. Grave sites visited were: Kenyon Bean; Leon Beard; Paul O'Neal Brown; Robert Catling; Tommie Campbell; Charles Chase; Steve Clark; Ralph Corona; Harry Davis; Wesley Davis; Robert Diehl; Michael Farley; Lynn Ferguson; Daniel Fields; Willie Francis; Rodney Franks; Joe Furch; Raymond Garth; Robert Guinn; Ulys hamilton; Paul Harrison; Eurey Hatchett; William Hildebrand (Korea); James Hopson; David Hutchings; Joe Johnson; Ray Johnson; Michael Kindred; Robert Kline; Joseph Ledesma; Lawrence Letterman; Reginald Lynch; Lamarre Major; James Maness; Jay Martine; Robert Martinez; James McCarthy; Dennis McCauley; Wilfredo Mercado-Santos; Lewis Milam; Robert Murphy; Jerry Novakovich; Greig Parkhurst; Richard Pratt; Dennis Podgorny; Frank Raz; Richard Roundtree; Steve Smith; Harold Stokes; William Stovall; Harry Varner; Ronald Ward; Gerald Watkins; and Franklin Williams. Thank You everyone involved in this effort and God Bless all of our heroes.
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/05/2004
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Before I left for work this morning I brought up our web site and as is my normal morning habit I brought up the KIA memorial section to see what KIA's we suffered on this date. The first picture that came up shook me a bit as today's date was not in my mind. It was my old buddy Guinn, still 20 years old after all these years. But I don't need a picture to see him. I still think about you daily pal. The date just wasn't in my mind this morning. A bunch of us from the old platoon will meet again this summer at the Cacti Reunion. We'll talk about your antics and laugh just like in the old days. For a few days you will live and be the life of the party again. God Bless you old friend. We miss you. -- Doc
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/04/2004
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One of our heros was Michael L. Litsey KIA 9-5-69 in Pleiku Province. Does anyone remember serving with him. I went to the same HS. I am also trying to find the cemetary he is buried in so I can visit there. I only have the town, Caneyville, KY. Thanks. Phyllis
Phyllis Kendall -- Brandenburg ky USA -- 06/04/2004
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Hi Cacti troops, I am looking for gunts from Charlie Co. 1stBn,35th. Weapons Plt. It would be nice to hear from some of the guys I served with from 1976 to 1977. thanks chief.
Chief Chuck YoungBird -- St.Paul MN USA -- 06/03/2004
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My cousin Donald (Donnie) Sherril Sullivan was killed on January 29, 1967 in the Binh Dinh Province South Vietnam. He was a member of the 40th Scout dog platoon assigned to C 1/35 platoon "B". His dog's name was Alexander. If anyone has any info, please contact me. Thanks for a Job Well Done and WELCOME HOME to all vets. Tony
Tony Woodard -- Pine level NC USA -- 06/03/2004
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In regards to PFC Steven E. Clark Charlie CO., 1st Battalion 35th Infantry Reg. Vietnam War I am wanting to make contact with members of his unit. Any help would be much appriecated. KIA 9-Feb 1968
Paul Clark Jr. -- Noblesville in USA -- 06/02/2004
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Would anyone that served with the C co. 1/35th during January of 1967 Viet nam, please email me and let me know if you knew or knew of PFC Reginald Wayne Lynch KIA on 1/20/67. I placed a memorial on his grave last sat. and met his family. His mother wants to talk to some one that knew him. Write or call me Doc Rose gvrose45@yahoo.com or 828 890 8069 and I will give you the details thank you Doc Rose.
Gary Rose -- naples nc USA -- 06/02/2004
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Hey brothers, just a short note to say that I am thinking of the greatest people I have known in my life. Today is Memorial Day and I remember many of you in the fondest ways. I am proud to be one of you and wish you all nothing but good thoughts. "DOC" "C","D" 1/35 68-69
Forrest J. "DOC" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 05/31/2004
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Great job on the web page. I am looking for anyone who may have known my father Earl Warren Merriman. He served with the 35 INF RGt 25 INF DIV in Korea. He is listed KIA on April 24, 1951. There is a great deal of misinformation or else no information surrounding his death. I have two sons serving in the military today, but I am sorry not in the Army. Thomas Ziegler is a Marine Corp Captain,Desert Storm and being deployed to either Iraq or Alghanistan and Gregory Ziegler is Navy EOD just back from operations in the gulf. Greg just finished jump school at Fort Benning, GA and found this website for me. Both are very proud of their grandfather and hope to have any information possible. I am very proud of all the troups in both Iraq and Afghanistan and followed their every step. Professional, dedicated and well trained. Thank you Cacti, thank you all for your unwavering loyality, devotion and sacrifice. Pls e-mail me at Elaine_Ziegler@csx.com
Elaine Ziegler -- Lodi CA USA -- 05/31/2004
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Haze Howard III was my oldest brother. He served and I still serve with the Texas AIR Nat. Guard as the chief dental surgeon as I enter the sunset of my career. I want to personally thank you for establishing this site and keeping alive the memory of the men who gave their all for this wonderful country of ours. Sincerely in service
Ltc Milton L. Howard -- LaMarque tx USA -- 05/31/2004
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Yesterday on a perfect sunny day, I sat in the shade along the reflecting pool and observed America at it's finest. Yesterday we finally honored WWII veterans. It was a bit late perhaps but it was awesome. Yesterday I saw 80+ year old men march in a step that their wives had forgotten and their children and grandchildren had never seen before. Yesterday I saw the pure pride of America. We don't see that enough anymore. It was awesome.
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 05/30/2004
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Hey Ben, I just wanted to thank all youse guys for what youve been doing. It really makes me proud to be a part of the "old Fart" part of the Cacti. I am looking forward to Orlando and am wandering if Charlie Rock is going to have a "get together lunch" again.
Jon Amundson -- Greensboro nc USA -- 05/30/2004
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I wonder if anyone knew my uncle Harold Christy. I understand that he was KIA in Luzon on 2/2/45. He is not listed in your KIA. Co. B 35th Inf. 25th Div.
Curt Christy -- Phoenix Az USA -- 05/27/2004
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Hey Bravo Co Cacti: Anyone from 2/35 remember Dan Ossage from the late '67 to mid '68 era? Dan was from Cincinnati area, somewhere in Kentucky, I believe. See you in Orlando
Steve Rainbolt -- Plainfield IN USA -- 05/27/2004
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Roger, Dick Arnold informed me that another guy from yall's unit supplied the picture not any family member. Have you tried to find the family?
Ben --  USA -- 05/26/2004
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I need to know who got the picture of David Stone? I have been looking for his family for many years. Any help in this matter would be helpfull.
Roger A. Thiessen "T" -- Glendale AZ USA -- 05/25/2004
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My grandson, Capt James Moyes is in Afghanistan now. How can I join your site and be a member. Les Brown
Les Brown -- St. Louis MO USA -- 05/25/2004
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Hey Cacti: Looking for any association member(s) who reside in or near the Charolletsville, Virginia area. I need your help locating a good friend and former A Co, 2/35 grunt, who apparently stepped off the face of the earth, somewhere near there.
Steve Rainbolt -- Plainfield IN USA -- 05/24/2004
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Fellow Cacti: I have removed several guestbook postings which I considered to be political. This action in no way agrees or disagrees with those postings. Ours is a non-political website and association, and we don't allow political statements of any kind here.
Dave Muxo -- Orlando FL USA -- 05/23/2004
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The Cacti Times Summer issue is in the final stages of publishing and will be mailed out shortly. Remember only members in good standing with paid up dues will recieve their copy. If you have not joined or if your dues are not paid up you will miss this great issue. To all those who visit this great website please remember it is part of the expense of the association so consider joining soon if you are not a member.
CactiBen --  USA -- 05/23/2004
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I often have reason to refer to the 35th Inf Reg. Association "Timeline". I notice that there are many months from 1966 through 1969 where there are no entries made. It may be that if you do not see a particular month listed in the viewing matrix that you think that you cannot make an entry for that month. This is not so. You can make an entry for any month that you would like to do so. I'd like to encourage all you Cacti out there to help fill in those gaps. There are official records for our entire period in Vietnam but they often shortcut what we were experiencing. The true history of our units also includes what individuals saw and did. I encourage you all to contribute to this history before it is lost to us forever. Thanks Doc
Jim Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 05/23/2004
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Danang, 66-67, USN. LCM8 boat crew hauling anything that needed to be moved along the coast and the harbor.
robert Johnson -- Pearland tx USA -- 05/21/2004
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Looking for any information on SGT Harold Crabtree, HHC/35th, who was executed by firing squad in May/June 1945.
Bill Crews --  USA -- 05/20/2004
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I sent my first letter a couple weeks ago and sent my first "care package" to my "adopted" soldier about a week ago. Once I got it in the mail, it really made me feel good. Here I am in the safety and comfort of my own home, knowing full well what my soldier is going through. I'm sure you remember what it was like in the field, miserable because you were tired, dirty, hot, cold, thirsty, hungry, itchy and scared half the time - well, most of the time, and did I say tired? Getting a package from home, from anyone, really made your day. Now is your chance to make someone's day. If you haven't gotten hooked up with an active soldier in Afghanistan, and if you were a Bravo, contact Pete Birrow (bel