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4215. Greetings from Indiana just days before the Superbowl in Indy! I'm writing to ask if anyone knows who the medic was on June 24, 1966 with Recon Platoon. I would really like to talk to him. Also, a group of us are gathering anecdotal information about the June 24, 1966 battles and we would like to hear from any personnel of Recon, or any Company of the 1/35th who remembers that day. Write me at kellermeyerm@gmail.com or call me at 260-348-7783. Cacti forever!
Mike Kellermeyer -- Fort Wayne IN USA -- 02/03/2012
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4214. Does anyone remember the night of about April 8,1966 in the replacement center in Saigon. We were mortered about 3 am and I was wounded in the leg. They took us to a old French hospital and laid us out on the ground, taking the worst cases first. Westmoreland was there and asked me how I was and I said not bad Sir. Later found out 9 were killed and about 40 wounded. There was a story somebody was leaving that day but was delayed by his sergent to get a haircut. He was killed that night. Some just arrived and were killed.
Lawrence Woff -- Damascus OR USA -- 01/29/2012
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4213. My name is Hoyt Mason{Gomer,Preacher}. I served with HHC/1/35 3rd Brigade. I served in Viet Nam from May of 1966 to May of 1967 and was stationed at Plekiu.I was a gunner on a 4.2 in. mortar. I'm wondering if there are any veterans out there who served with me at that time and who might remember Thanksgiving day of '66 when a news team from CBS News came out to our LZ and did some filming and interviewing.If you were there you might want to know that we actually made the evening news with Walter Cronkite! If you would like more information contact me at: redeemed62@gmail.com
Hoyt H. Mason -- High Point NC USA -- 01/28/2012
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4212. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming Lawrence Woff into annual membership. From 1966-7, Lawrence was assigned to C 1/35. He currently resides in Damascus, OR, and is anxious to hear from past battlemates @ LARLIB4846@LIVE.COM.. Welcome aboard, Lawrence, and thanks for your service.
Steve Rainbolt, Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 01/28/2012
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4211. B/1/35 3rd Bde task force Dec 65 ets Sept 66, 2nd Plt, machine gunner, squad leader.
Robert Flatt -- Payneville KY USA -- 01/28/2012
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4210. Clifford Jacobs, was in on several tours with you guys. I would really like to get him on rosters and get him to Colorado for the next reunion. D company 2nd battalion 35th infantry, I'm pretty sure of, received purple heart and marksman trophy, along with numerous medals. He's in good health and spirits and I feel he wants to reunite with his old crew badly. Heard many stories and know he was a good soldier. I will find out for sure if this was the company he was in, almost positive. Thank you very much for your time and attention. Hope to hear back from you soon.
Billy Spencer -- Palm Coast FL USA -- 01/28/2012
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4209. THIS IS MY NEW E-MAIL ADDRESS.DISREGARD ANYTHING WITH qmaster6310@hotmail.comthis account was hacked and I had to changethanks......................Pablo B 1/35 1966
Pablo -- Tolleson AZ USA -- 01/27/2012
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4208. The Vietnam KIA guru Richard Coffelt has passed away. Richard was a Korean-era veteran from Hays, KS who started identifying full units for Vietnam KIAs in 1980. Guys, that was well before Al Gore invented the Internet. Most all Vietnam web sites owe their KIA lists to the work Richard inaugurated. We all owe him a huge debt of gratitude.
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 01/26/2012
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4207. My correct e-mail.
Robert Brose -- Becker MN USA -- 01/25/2012
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4206. To Robert E. Brose...Robert, we have tried contacting you but our e-mails bounce back as undeliverable. Please contact me.... tsavely@knust.com thanks and take care ts
Terry Savely -- Sugar Land TX USA -- 01/24/2012
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4205. My uncle was killed in Sept 1944. He was in the 35th. If anybody has got any info on him, please email me back. His name was Hazel Nicholas. Please email me.
Britt Nicholas -- Richwood WV USA -- 01/23/2012
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4204. My daughter is very impressed with this web site for sons too. http://dovv.us/
Art Hughes -- USA -- 01/23/2012
4203. On June 24, 1966, Recon Plt, 1/35th was in a big fight south of Duc Co. Both A and C 1/35th were sent to help. C Company was accompanied by C Troop,3/4 Cav. C Company lost two men that day, Kenneth Kaaihue and Horace Rogers and C Troop lost two men as well. Can anyone from C Company speak to this incident? Thanks Guys. Dick A
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 01/23/2012
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4202. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming our newest Life Member, Charles Collins. Charles was assigned to A 1/35 from 1976-82 in Hawaii, eventually becoming 1SG. Prior to retiring he was assigned CSM. He and wife, Ann now reside in Springfield, VA, and he would enjoy contact with prior mates. He can be reached at AMCOL728@aol.com. Welcome aboard, Charles, and thanks for your many years of service to our country!
Steve Rainbolt, Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 01/20/2012
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4201. Graveside services for Mike Tryon will be held 2:00 PM Monday, January 23, 2012 at Ft. Benning Main Post Cemetery with Chaplain Jesse Adkinson officiating. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at McMullen Funeral Home 3874 Gentian Blvd. Columbus, GA 31907. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the 35th Infantry Regiment Monument Fund P.O. Box 7907 Columbus, GA 31908, which will place a monument on the Walk of Honor at the National Infantry Museum at Ft. Benning for all the soldiers of the Cacti (35th Infantry Regiment).
Bill Henson, Executive Vice Pres. -- Rocky River OH USA -- 01/19/2012
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4200. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming John Luna into annual membership. Formally of A 2/35 in 1967, John and wife Linda reside in Fillmore, CA, and he is anxious to hear from any who may remember him, especially Platoon Sgt Sheldon. He can be reached at (805)524-7015. Welcome aboard John, and thanks for your service.
Steve Rainbolt, Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 01/19/2012
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4199. Looking for contact information re Roy Posey Jr. who served as KIA Jerry Laird's S 3 in Vietnam.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice Pres. -- Rocky River OH USA -- 01/16/2012
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4198. MY FATHER,JACK C ZUVER WAS WITH CO.K 35TH INF REG.25TH DIV. MIA 11-28-50. LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION ABOUT HIM.
JOHN R LAFEVER -- Cuba NY USA -- 01/15/2012
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4197. Charlie Company 2-35 is again hosting a Spring Get Away. This year we will be enjoying the sunny skies of Scottsdale, AZ at the Chaparral Suites. This is the same Resort that the Cacti Assoc. held the yearly reunion several years ago. This invitation is for all Cacti past and present. Lodging is $99.98 a night including tax during our May 26th to 31st stay. A block of rooms is being held, but space is limited. Call 1-800-528-1456 to make your reservation. Be sure to mention "The Keller Group" to insure room rates.
Joel Luthjohn 67-68 -- MI USA -- 01/14/2012
4196. I served in Korea from aprox. May 52 to June 53 Love Co. I have quite a number of pictures on a cd, I took myself. Some places I remember Heartbreak Ridge. Koje-do guarding prisoners and maybe one or two places on line that I can't remember. I would be happy to send a copy if someone would want one. I have notations on quite a few of them. I think I have about 60 or 70 Pictures. I can count them if need be. Regards Robert E. Brose
Robert Brose -- Becker MN USA -- 01/13/2012
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4195. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming Curtis Ingram, C 1/35 1966, into membership. Curtis of Hudson, WI is anxious to hear from those who served then and may know him at curtisingram@att.net. We're glad to have you Curtis, and thank you for your service!
Steve Rainbolt, Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 01/12/2012
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4194. To the families and friends of the Cacti, I want to take an opportunity to provide an update on current operations. Cacti Soldiers and our Afghan Army and Police partners keep operating in the South Kunar and Pech River Valleys with great success. The impact has been tremendous and will continue to have long lasting effects to the people of Afghanistan. The mission remains the same to assist the Afghan people in their development of Governance, Security, and economic Stability so that they may provide the basic needs to their families. As you may have heard due the success of our Soldiers, The President of the United States ordered U.S. Forces to draw down 10,000 troops from Afghanistan by the end of 2011. Overall this does not have a major impact to our redeployment timeline. Majority of TF Cacti will return home during the month of March (mid-March thru end of month March for the bulk of the battalion). However, due to the directed drawdown, we will begin redeploying some small numbers of Soldiers during the next month. If there are any questions, please do not hesitate to contact my Rear-Detachment Cdr, CPT (P) Chris Bluhm at christopher.bluhm@us.army.mil. As part of the normal redeployment process TF Cacti will redeploy some select critical Soldiers with specific skills in the near future to prepare to receive the Battalion. As with previous deployments the Battalion will redeploy over time in several small groups and this process is scheduled to occur within the 2 weeks. We remain proud of every Cacti Soldier due to how critical and valuable they are to mission success whether in Hawaii and Afghanistan. They are true Warriors for serving our Great Nation in Global War on Terrorism. Cacti Soldiers are continuing to do a great job, working extremely hard in very harsh conditions. While there is still a lot of work to be done to complete our mission, we look forward to reuniting with our Family and Friends and spending well deserved quality time at home with our loved ones. Take Arms! Cacti!
LTC Colin Tuley -- Kunar Province Afghanistan -- 01/12/2012
4193. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming James (Witch Doctor) Brown into membership as the latest Cacti Life Member. James served HHC 1/35, 1966-7, and he is anxious to hear from past battlemates. He and wife, Joan reside in Portland, TN. He can be reached @ rtrNJLB@dishmail.net. Welcome home James, and thanks for your service. Consider joining us in the Denver area in Sep, 2012 at the annual reunion
Steve Rainbolt, Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 01/10/2012
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4192. Ransom is looking for help with a VA claim regarding a hearing loss. If any A Co. 1/35 brothers can help verify dozens of incoming 82mm mortar and 75mm rounds that hit LZ Jean Nov. 30, 1968 striking three bunkers (one of which was occupied), please let me put you in touch with George. He is hoping to locate a platoon leader (possibly 1st or 2nd platoon), company CO, etc., to help with his claim.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice Pres. -- Rocky River OH USA -- 01/10/2012
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4191. Hey Cacti veterans, it's been awhile since I received any war stories from you. Surely you have a yarn you'd like to share with us. It can be funny, serious, or anything about life in the Cacti. If you want to embelish a little we don't mind. You don't have to be a great writer after all if must of us had been smarter we wouldn't have been there LOL . Send them to Wiley Dodd at the reply address given.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 01/09/2012
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4190. Charlie Company 2-35 is again hosting a Spring Get Away. This year we will be enjoying the sunny skies of Scottsdale, AZ at the Chaparral Suites. This is the same Resort that the Cacti Assoc. held the yearly reunion several years ago. This invitation is for all Cacti past and present. Lodging is $99.98 a night including tax during our May 26th to 31st stay. A block of rooms is being held, but space is limited. Call 1-800-528-1456 to make your reservation. Be sure to mention "The Keller Group" to insure room rates.
Joel Luthjohn C-2-35 67-68 -- MI USA -- 01/08/2012
4189. Thomas, The electronic version of the Cacti Times has been sent by email. We've experienced some wild delivery times all over the country. They were all mailed on 22 November from Virginia. I think the holiday mail took precedent over our non-profit mailing rate. I know at least one person in California who received his copy two weeks ago. Hopefully yours will show up soon. - John
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 01/07/2012
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4188. I have not received the last news letter electric or paper, can it be sent to me? Thanks
Thomas McCauslin -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 01/06/2012
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4187. I was curious about A&P after reading the previous posting:
Ammunition & Pioneer Platoon - the A & P Platoon provided a pool of men who could undertake all manner of manual tasks, including hauling ammunition to forward positions, sometimes under enemy fire. It was commanded by a 2nd Lieutenant with a Sergeant and driver for the Platoon truck, which mounted a .50 cal heavy machine gun. Each of its three eight man squads was led by a Corporal, promoted to Sergeant in 1944. The four NCOs carried rifles, all others carbines, and the Platoon carried two Bazookas for antitank defense.
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 01/03/2012
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4186. My father SGT A.C. Stapel Served in the Pioneer and Ammunition Platoon 1st battalion 35th regiment in Korea July 1950- Aug 1951. He was the recipient of the Bronze Star with a "V". He passed away Dec 13 2009. He gave more than he took.
Neal Stapel -- Rock Hill SC USA -- 01/03/2012
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4185. Make a New Year's resolution to attend the Cacti Reunion in the Denver area this year. Mark it on your calendar, start saving your money and plan your vacation so you can attend the best four days that you can ever have with some of the buddies that you served with. If this will be your first reunion, there is a good chance you find one or more of your foxhole buddies. If not, we can give you some great ideas and assistance on how to find them so you can bring them in 2013. The reunion is September 27-30, 2012, get it on your calendar! Oh, and don't forget to bring your wife, she will make some new friends. See you there!
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 01/01/2012
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4184. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming William L. Smith into annual membership. He along with wife Beverly reside in Jerseyville, IL. William served in RVN 1969-70 with C Co 1/35. He is anxious to hear from former battlemates and can be reached at bsmithlc3@gtec.com. Thanks for service, William, and welcome home Brother.
Steve Rainbolt, Assoc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 12/31/2011
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4183. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming Joseph (Jack) Whitener into membership. Jack is the newest Life Member, who was attached to C Co 1/35, Aug, 1968-Feb, 1969. he resides in Brentwood, CA, and is anxious to hear from other CACTI. He says he has hour by hour field reports during those dates. He can be reached at JW5374@yahoo.com. Again, welcome home, Bro Jack.
Steve Rainbolt -- Plainfield IN USA -- 12/31/2011
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4182. My grandson Robert Clevenger is stationed at FOB Joyce since April 2011, his home base being Schofield Barracks. We all miss him, but would also like to wish all the Men stationed at FOB Joyce and other bases throughout Afghanistan a safe, and Happy New Year. We are proud of all you do for your country. Stay safe and sound.
Janice Jenkins -- Dedham MA USA -- 12/30/2011
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4181. Cacti Families and Friends: Happy Holidays from Kunar Province, Afghanistan! Winter has arrived here in the mountains of eastern Afghanistan as the peaks are begging to be covered in snow and the temperatures have dropped in to the 30s and 40s. Oddly enough, the winter season has been dry while the men and women of Task Force Cacti continue to make steady progress toward eliminating groups of violent and desperate enemy forces working to undermine the Afghan government and its people. Over the past 9 months, Task Force Cacti has executed several, Battalion-level operations, and numerous platoon and company level operations in very dynamic and complex environments in the Pech River Valley and the Southern Kunar River Valley. These operations have focused on partnering with the Afghan Army and Afghan Police Forces. As well, platoons and companies are equally focused on working with government officials and village elders on a daily basis, as they strive to make a better country for the young children and families of Afghanistan. We are all very proud of our young Soldiers and Leaders who are dedicated and committed on the mission that we are charged with. As you all know our efforts and successes come with a great cost. I’d like to take a few moments to remember those among our ranks that have paid the ultimate sacrifice throughout the deployment. We have lost 10 Soldiers from our Task Force - SGT Kevin White, Delta Co, 2-35 IN BN; SPC Brian Riley, HHC, 2-35 IN BN; SPC Levi Nuncio, Charlie Co, 2-35 IN BN; 1LT Dimitri Del Castillo, Bravo Co, 2-35 IN BN; SPC Kevin Hilaman, Delta Co, 2-35 IN BN; SSG Nigel Kelly (attached from 3 BSTB); SGT William Gross-Paniagua, (attached from 3 BSTB), SSG Houston Taylor, D Co, 2-27 IN BN (attached to our HHC Company); SGT Christopher Muniz, (attached from 3 BSTB); and SPC Ronald Wildrick Jr., Alpha Co, 2-35 IN BN. They were amazing Soldiers, sons, husbands, and fathers. They were true Heroes and their sacrifices will never be forgotten. They will always be honored and remembered within our Cacti ranks. Please continue to hold their families in your prayers. As 2011 comes to a close, the Soldiers of TF CACTI would like wish everyone a Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. Additionally, we would like to express our heartfelt thanks to our Families, friends, and especially to the 35th Infantry “Cacti” Association for their continued efforts and support. Whether you send care packages, or provide us with simple words of encouragement, it really means a great deal to the leaders and Soldiers of the CACTI Battalion. We hope to see many of you on the high ground when our unit returns to Schofield Barracks this April. We are planning a Traditional CACTI Ball (with soldiers wearing their dress uniforms and newly earned medals from our successful deployment here in Afghanistan) at the end of April. I invite any and all who can attend to come join us. We are planning to have this evening of camaraderie and remembrance on Saturday, 28 April 2012. Take Arms!LTC Colin Tuley
LTC Colin Tuley -- Kunar Province Afghanistan -- 12/27/2011
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4180. I hope all had a very Marry Christmas and I hope you all have a Happy New Year Jim (Witch Doctor) 1/35 1966-1967. I hope to see you all at the next reunion.
James L Brown -- Portland TN USA -- 12/26/2011
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4179. I want to wish all Cacti and their families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and Seasons Greetings to all also.
Joe Henderson -- Levitttown PA USA -- 12/25/2011
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4178. Looking for Delta 2/35 from Sept '68-Jan '69. 501-231-9393.
Bradford Anderson -- Concord AZ USA -- 12/25/2011
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4177. Merry Christmas to all that served and to my 1/35th A co 3rd plt. And a Happy New year!!!!
Gary Rose -- Mills River NC USA -- 12/24/2011
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4176. Does anyone remember an incident around August 19 - August 21 when A/1/35 was inserted on a hilltop near Mo Duc which happened to be a minefield?
Michael O'Keefe -- North Providence RI USA -- 12/23/2011
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4175. A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all my brothers.
Ken Kochel D 2/35 -- Phu Quoc VNM -- 12/23/2011
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4174. I'd like to wish all my Cacti Brothers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Hope to see you all in Colorado net year. Wiley Dodd Sergeant at Arms
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 12/23/2011
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4173. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone in the 35th Inf. If anyone has photos of the Buddha carved into the big rock on Lz Jean and/or photos of Lz Virginia Lee I would appreciate copies, If I can help someone else with something I will be happy to.
Jack Whitener -- Bethel Island CA USA -- 12/22/2011
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4172. NOTICE TO ALL WITH ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS: HELLO!!!!!!!!YOUR MEMBERSHIP EXPIRES 12/31/2011. You may have guessed that it takes our collective membership fees to operate this WORLD CLASS organization, and if you can say you already knew that, congratulations! How about mailing me your dues? (I'm sure my mailbox is working, because I'm getting Christmas bills!)
Steve Rainbolt, Assc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 12/22/2011
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4171. (John Fielding requested that this be posted. John's email is: mjfielding@aol.com) The Memorial Mass of Resurrection for Tony Bisantz took place at Our Lady of the Seas Church in Buxton, North Carolina, the parish church for the Bisantz family since their retirement and just down the street from their home of many years in Rodanthe. It is a beautiful church tight to the shoreline of the Outer Banks overlooking the Pamlico Sound, a most fitting location given Tony's love of the sea. Tony became a close friend of Pastor Robert Brown, who incidentally was my college classmate and fellow ROTC graduate of the class of 1961 at Niagara University, New York, not far from Tony's hometown of Buffalo. Tony graduated and received his ROTC commission from Canisus College in Buffalo during the same timeframe. There was an overflow crowd at the memorial service indicative of Tony and Charlotte's active outreach within the community at-large.Tony was as gregarious in the Outer Banks as he was anywhere else in his Army career and it showed. Approaching the church one could not but help noting the arch of hook and ladder apparatus from the Chicamaccomico Banks Fire and Rescue Squad of which Tony was a very active member.The church service itself had wonderful music and under Pastor Brown's guidance family members took an active role and gave me the honor of delivering the eulogy which primarily centered on Tony's military service and highlighting his service with The Cacti. The service ended with a blessing and bagpipe rendition of Amazing Grace which was held at the outside entrance in front of the church in deference to the space limitations within the church. The solemnity of the occasion turned into a true celebration of Tony's life as the gathering relocated to the church hall for a wide selection of food and beverages. I have rarely seen a group of people, most of whom had not met beforehand, spend so much time appreciating one another's presence. Cacti in attendance were Pat and Janet Lenz from Illinois, John and Marilyn Fielding from Florida and Jack and Annette Baldwin from Texas who soon became flooded with questions about Tony, the soldier, from a large number of Veterans present to the point that it seemed like we stumbled into a Cacti Reunion by mistake. Particularly poignant was seeing Tony's local Island Doctor spending a lot of time conversing in great detail with "Doc" Baldwin. In accordance with his wishes,Tony will be interred on March 5, 2012. in Arlington National Cemetery. A group of Cacti Veterans are planning to attend. Ellen Bisantz, Tony's daughter, is in contact with many individually and is also keeping in contact with the 35th Infantry Regiment Association providing information updates as appropriate including nearby lodging options. John Fielding
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 12/20/2011
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4170. (John Fielding requested that this be posted. John's email is: mjfielding@aol.com) The Memorial Mass of Resurrection for Tony Bisantz took place at Our Lady of the Seas Church in Buxton, North Carolina, the parish church for the Bisantz family since their retirement and just down the street from their home of many years in Rodanthe. It is a beautiful church tight to the shoreline of the Outer Banks overlooking the Pamlico Sound, a most fitting location given Tony's love of the sea. Tony became a close friend of Pastor Robert Brown, who incidentally was my college classmate and fellow ROTC graduate of the class of 1961 at Niagara University, New York, not far from Tony's hometown of Buffalo. Tony graduated and received his ROTC commission from Canisus College in Buffalo during the same timeframe. There was an overflow crowd at the memorial service indicative of Tony and Charlotte's active outreach within the community at-large.Tony was as gregarious in the Outer Banks as he was anywhere else in his Army career and it showed. Approaching the church one could not but help noting the arch of hook and ladder apparatus from the Chicamaccomico Banks Fire and Rescue Squad of which Tony was a very active member.The church service itself had wonderful music and under Pastor Brown's guidance family members took an active role and gave me the honor of delivering the eulogy which primarily centered on Tony's military service and highlighting his service with The Cacti. The service ended with a blessing and bagpipe rendition of Amazing Grace which was held at the outside entrance in front of the church in deference to the space limitations within the church. The solemnity of the occasion turned into a true celebration of Tony's life as the gathering relocated to the church hall for a wide selection of food and beverages. I have rarely seen a group of people, most of whom had not met beforehand, spend so much time appreciating one another's presence. Cacti in attendance were Pat and Janet Lenz from Illinois, John and Marilyn Fielding from Florida and Jack and Annette Baldwin from Texas who soon became flooded with questions about Tony, the soldier, from a large number of Veterans present to the point that it seemed like we stumbled into a Cacti Reunion by mistake. Particularly poignant was seeing Tony's local Island Doctor spending a lot of time conversing in great detail with "Doc
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 12/19/2011
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4169. Cacti brothers, you might recognize the name Lt. Angel Rosario. Lt. Rosario is an active duty Cacti, serving with the battalion in Kunar Prov. Afganistan. This sharp young officer attended the Pittsburgh 2010 Cacti reunion. I first met Lt. Rosario by correspondence. Current 2/35th CO LTC Colin Tuley had agreed to my request for five Cacti battalion challenge coins; directing me to his then adjutant, Lt Rosario. (Again, Great thanks to our own John Lorts.) The coins were to be distributed to the family and a few close friends of SGT Ken Henninger (KIA, A co 2/35, March 69), with gratitude from the Cacti Assoc. In mid July 2010 in Bay Village, Ohio ( near Clevelend); nearly 20 Cacti veterans attended this large, touching and emotional memorial. Two weeks later, at the Pittsburgh Cacti reunion, the engaging young Lt. Rosario made his mark with the old-guy Cacti and everyone else. The last time I saw Lt. Rosario, he was boarding a casino bound taxi with four young ladies sometime after midnight.Fast forward to this afternoon; there he was on camera giving a situation report during a battle, real-time, to a videographer; take a look, the link is: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OGZWl0eHINU Oh yes,... Bravo Company 2/35 better set another place for luncheon! Thanks, blessings, "Take Arms" -- Actives & veteran brothers Rick Strawn A co 2/35 69-69
Rick Strawn -- Salem OR USA -- 12/19/2011
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4168. Hi guys and thanks for the warm welcome!!! It's been a long journey but I'm grateful I'm here. A big thanks to David Manrique who was instrumental in me joining the group. I was so glad to see he was alive!! He wasn't looking too good the last time I saw him.lol Also thanks to Dick Arnold. I talked with Dick right after I found this site. I probably wrote the wrong dates down on my application, but my in-country dates were Feb 68 to Feb 69.Thanks again everyone. Critch
Mike Critchfield -- Stanwood MI USA -- 12/18/2011
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4167. Mike Slyck, Break squelch twice! Your e-mail is all bouncing back. -- Doc H
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/16/2011
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4166. Machine Gunner, Squad Leader, 2 Plt B/1/35 Advance Party of 3rd Bde to Pleiku ets Sept 66
Robert W. Flatt -- Payneville KY USA -- 12/15/2011
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4165. It's great to see Mike Critchfield has joined the association. I saw Mike post on the 4th Inf website,he was looking for anyone who served with him in Vietnam. So I e-mail him and told about the 35th reg website. He told me he was with D Company,come to find out he was in A Company. I did not remember the name until he e-mailed a picture of him in Nam,Mike was one of the men who carried up Mile High when I got wound. He never was told what happened to me after I was put in the chopper,after all these years we finally talked on the phone. Talk about heart warming talk,and he is going to the next reuion, thats my Xmas present rigth there. So guys this is why I look forward to are reuions you never know what buddy will show up. Can't wait Mike Dave M
David Manrique -- Fremont CA USA -- 12/15/2011
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4164. Sad news for the Cacti. We suffered two KIA's in the explosion of an IED on Sunday Dec 10th. KIA were Spc Ronald Wildrick (A Co.)from Blairsville, NJ and Sgt Chistopher Muniz (B Co.)of New Cuyama, CA. We would anticipate services for both men probably mid to late next week but do not have any information on services at this time. We probably will have volunteer attendees set for the Services for Ronald Wildrick but will need volunteers for Christopher Muniz. New Cuyama, CA is located in Santa Barbara County (North of Los Angeles) and about midway between Santa Maria and Bakersfield. If you live in this area and can help us to honor this young hero by attending his services to represent us, please contact me at the e-mail below and I will be glad to instruct you on what this involves. Believe me, it is not complicated and you will be helping us to honor Sgt Muniz and his family. We certainly owe them our support. Funerals are not necessarily easy duty but just our attendance will show the family and all active Cacti we care. Thanks, Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/13/2011
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4163. I was stationed with the 35th Infantry Regiment in Otsu, Japan from May 1948 to March 1949. If there is anybody who remembers the Cacti News, I was the Editor from August 1948 and published it until I was transfered in March 1949. I also have a copy Menu of the Christmas Dinner of 1948. I downloaded in my files. Anybody interested, sent me an email.
Mario R. Vazquez -- Santa Clara CA USA -- 12/13/2011
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4162. Let me elaborate about the tiger. Charlie company, 1/35th KILLED a tiger during the night in January/Febuary 1969. Tiger tried to drag one of our guys away but dropped him when the guy screamed. Tiger came back and was shot MANY times along with a couple of our LP's. The LP's and the tiger victim were taken out the next morning. Many pictures of the dead tiger were taken but I didn't have a camera and never was able to get a picture from anyone. Captain "snuffy" Smith was our CO. He left just a couple of weeks later.Appreciate the e-mails I got from my previous posting, but I guess none of the guys from Charlie visit this site.
Bill Smith -- Jerseyville IL USA -- 12/13/2011
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4161. Anyone related to Richard (Buck) Carlson who was killed on 4 Nov 66 please contact me. I have some information you might want to know.
Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 12/13/2011
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4160. The print version of the Cacti Times was mailed out on 22 November. If you have not received your copy, please be patient. It seems to be a "perfect storm" in that the USPS where we mail out the copies is closing a main distribution center, we are in the middle of the holiday season where the volume of mail is very high, the Cacti Times goes out as bulk mail and our not-for-profit mailing rate is a low priority. Hopefully your copy will arrive soon.
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 12/09/2011
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4159. I came in country in January 69 and went to Charlie 1st Battalion. We had an incident with a tiger during the first month. Does anyone have pictures or memories of that event? I didn't get my camera until after the event.
Bill Smith -- Jerseyville IL USA -- 12/09/2011
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4158. Please join the Board of Directors in welcoming Michael R. (Critch) Critchfield into Cacti Assoc membership. Formerly assigned to A 1/35, (Sep, '68-'69) "Critch" and wife Jaci reside in Stanwood, MI, and is anxious to hear from former battlemates. He can be reached @ mikeandjaci@gmail.com. Welcome home "Critch," and thanks for your service!
Steve Rainbolt, Assoc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 12/08/2011
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4157. In reference to Pete Manuguerras post on the convoy being deployed after dark,we had the same thing happen to us, A co 1/35th ,I was the medic with 3rd plt. Left from Plekiu go to Ban Me touit south, July 28 1968.We came under fire at about 1500 hours so our driver shut off his lights and kept moving,We struck a loaded tanker truck loaded with deisel fuel that was stalled in the road and ripped it open and covered all of us with fuel.I hit my head on the front headach rack and woke up in the hospital,I was told several other men were hurt also,Under the rules for recieving the purple heart it can be awarded if you were hurt on a moving vehicle while under fire,I dont know if anyone recieved one ,I did not,I actually dident recieve one metal or ribbon other than the nationl defence ribbion until 10 years ago. A lot of us were not kept up with,I even had all my personal effects stolen but did recieve my Bible back somehow. Never understood why anyone would put their men in such grave danger on the road in VN after dark,but thats the way it went over there. Thanks to all the guys that served on A co 3rd plt...love you guys
Gary Doc Rose -- Mills River NC USA -- 12/02/2011
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4156. I have been contactd by Bruce Matthews,(coachbm1@aol.com) who in the midst of research of his Father's (James Matthews) Korean Service believes he has stumbled onto evidence that at least some of it was with the 35th Inf Reg, somewhere near Hadong (sp?) circa 1950 or '51. Civilian Personell Records tells him records lost back in the '70's. Can any of our Korean era people help?
Steve Rainbolt, Assoc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 12/02/2011
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4155. To all our Brothers and Now Sisters of the Cacti, Have a Blessed Christmas and may the New year be fruitful
Roger Ellis (Doc) -- Trinity FL USA -- 12/01/2011
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4154. On this date Nov. 29,,, C/2/35,,we set up camp on the beach for the night. I was the r.t.o. and that night I volunteer for night guard along side Raymond Rivera (Chicago) and Leon P Miller (New Orlean). As we were returning (Now Nov. 30) to LZ Baldy (?) Leon step on a booby trap after half the company had pass and lost his life. Never will forget Leon and hope you buddies remember him, too. RIP LeonP. Miller.
Samuel H Nieto -- Sinton TX USA -- 11/29/2011
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4153. Does anybody have information on Joe Garza who served with Delta Co 2/35 '67-'68 who live in San Antonio Texas.
Samuel H. Nieto -- Sinton TX USA -- 11/29/2011
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4152. I want to say I miss you uncle Dave I was only 4 y/o when you died but I still rememeber you in your casket, and still watch the old family films, RIP.
Mike Conatser -- Dunkirk IN USA -- 11/29/2011
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4151. Dear Diana Christy: Your father is listed among the KIA's on the Cacti Web site, with photo. Click on the KIA index. When the page loads, type in your last name in the name search, and his memorial will appear.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice Pres. -- Rocky River OH USA -- 11/28/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4150. Dear Cacti Brothers, I cannot see my Father's name in the index. I would like you to email me about it. I would also like to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving. Blessing to you!
Diana K. Christy -- Edmonds WA USA -- 11/27/2011
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4149. With reference to Joe Ramos Jr, A/1/35TH; I have been in recent contact with Joe's nephew Johnny Tunches, who was only three when Joe was KIA..If there is anyone that served with Joe, attention weapons platoon, his nephew would love to hear from you.. No matter how insignificant it may seem to you it is a big deal to his nephew..For him to find out that I knew and remembered Joe after all these years was heartwarming for us both..His email is Johnny.Tunches@Sheriff.hctx.net..
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 11/27/2011
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4148. On this date November 27, 1967 and only four days after Thanksgiving SP4 Joe H Furch, PFC Greig Parkhurst, SP4 Joe Ramos Jr and 1LT Billie E Sandefur of A/1/35TH died for this country doing what they thought was right. Gone but never forgotten..
David C Crocker Sr -- Clinton MD USA -- 11/27/2011
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4147. I hope all had the best Thanksgiving as possible. God Bless all of you.
Ernest M. Correia -- Marion MA USA -- 11/26/2011
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4146. Sending this for my father in law who served between '43 and '45 recieving a silver star in the philipines. Charles holsinger who has written a book called Above the Cry of Battle. He was in company K, 1st platoon.
Charles Holsinger -- Upland IN USA -- 11/25/2011
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4145. Any one have contact info for Ron Barrios B 1/35?
Art Hughes -- USA -- 11/24/2011
4144. To all my Cacti Brothers and their families, here's hoping you have a joyful and happy Thanksgiving. As we gather around tables laden with all the trimmings of this holiday, take a minute and remember all of our brothers who are still in harms way; their families who will be celebrating one short at the table this year; and especially remember our brothers who didn't make it back from where our country posted them. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 11/23/2011
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4143. To all Cacti members and associates and family, Alicia and I just want to wish you the best, hope you all have a very enjoyable and blessed Thanksgiving. From a comrade-in-arms and A CACTI FOREVER, Wayne(Lucky)Lund and family.
Wayne D Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 11/23/2011
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4142. Hi Guys, Through the Cacti grapevine we have learned Augie Fernandez is terminally ill. Augie served with A,1/35th, 1966. Augie is serene with his condition and welcomes Cacti contacts. His vitals are below.... Augustin Fernandez622 East 20th StNYC, NY 10009-142Phone: 212-228-7619Email: fernandeza135@aol.com
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 11/23/2011
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4141. Cacti John Fielding has provided the following information. Tony Bisantz's Memorial Service is December 10 at Buxton, NC (Outer Banks). The locals will provide free housing for up to five people attending. For details, please contact John at 239-267-8977. John will be doing the eulogy. Dick
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 11/23/2011
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4140. Just got off the phone with Karl Hawkins of Kokomo, IN, who I met during Basic @ Ft Knox, 45 years ago! He & I were sent to Tigerland together, but lost track of each other when he was rotated to A 1/35, while I was an OCS hold-over, later sent to A 2/35. How ironic that he now lives in the Dallas area, which we went through on the way to San Antonio, last July! Hopefully he will be joining the Assoc soon, and he and I will be reunited again. Thanks for your service Karl!
Steve Rainbolt, Assoc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 11/22/2011
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4139. Just remembering this day, 11-21-1969. Honor, Curtis Frantz and Robert Worthen. Accidental death due to faulty 4.2 Mortar Round. Exploded while being stack in the parapit...... Also, Donald Boyles, warrant officer from HHC 1/35 KIA'd in ambush on convey returning from the Oasis to Camp Enari. Tragic error in judgment by command to let convoy leave the Oasis at dark and return to Camp Enari.... they were ambushed enroute. I salute these fallen veterans. I count my blessings and give thanks that I was one of the lucky ones.
Pete Manuguerra -- Medina OH USA -- 11/21/2011
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4138. Forty two years-5-months ago my brother Tom was KIA at a firebase near Pleiku,Vietnam on 5-12-1969. I am very proud of and miss him very much! Thank You to Lisa Lark & Pete Manuguerra for the 1st real account of what happened that terrible day in the lives of the "GENTINNE FAMILY" Anyone else that was there, please contact me. With the utmost respect--Alan Gentinne
Alan Gentinne -- Dearborn MI USA -- 11/19/2011
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4137. Looking for anyone who served 1964 to 1966 in Vietnam with my dad Harry Andrews. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you
David Lucy -- Fulton KY USA -- 11/17/2011
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4136. FYI .. Bill Wilds and myself are reaching out to Lisa Lark regarding Lt. Gentine. Both of us were at the Rock Quarry that day in May 1969. Hope her posting will prompt others from our unit to surface. Hope to see you all in Denver next year.
Pete Manuguerra -- Medina OH USA -- 11/16/2011
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4135. Hello. I am writing on behalf of the family of Lt. Thomas Gentinne, who was killed at Rock Quarry Firebase on 5/12/1969. He was the platoon leader of Alpha Company 1/35.
Lisa Lark -- Dearborn MI USA -- 11/15/2011
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4134. in memory of Lt Randall Schafferalways in our memory 3rd plt bravo
-- USA -- 11/15/2011
4133. I've come to this guestbook in a "round-about" way. My father, Jackie, "Jack", Lee Marler passed away 10MAY2011. Today, (14NOV2011), he and my mother would have celebrated their 48th wedding anniversary. (She survives.) Going through photos and paperwork from Dad's time in service, I ran across several black and white photographs that included one of Dad's buddies, Everett Light. Spent many hours today in researching Everett and chanced upon this site. He and Dad served together while stationed at Lee Barracks, Mainz-Gonssenheim, Germany. I believe both were with "C" Company, 1st ABG, 504th INF, 82nd ABN DIV. The photos show Everett in candid photos and all with a smile and vigor that only youth can exude. It is my estimation these images date from DEC 1958 to NOV 1960. Should anyone be interested in copies, it would be an honor to scan and email them. In memory of Dad, Sgt Jack L. Marler; 502nd/101st & 504th/82nd. Sincere regards, John F. Marler
John Marler -- Franklin TN USA -- 11/14/2011
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4132. Attention: WILLIAM HERNANDEZ who posted on 11/12/11 looking for anybody who served with your father---I have been looking for him!!!! I couldn't access your e-mail. PLEASE contact me 919/471-2352 or cpgay@rocketmail.com
Curtis Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 11/14/2011
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4131. Would appreciate information from anyone who knew or served with my brother, Walter Earl Duncan, who died in Vietnam 20 May 1967. He was with Co A 1st Battalion, 35 Regiment 25 Infantry Division.
Linda Thompson -- Harpers Ferry WV USA -- 11/14/2011
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4130. To the Nephew or Niece of Herbert David Horner who posted a couple of days ago. I served in Bravo Co at the same time as "Little Red". I didn't knowhim in country as we were in different platoons but in recent years I have talked to guys in the 2nd platoon who served with him. "Little Red" was very young and was much loved and a bit of a mascot for the 2nd platoon. I know that his death was devasting for all of these guys. I know that he lives in the memories of all of these men. I was able a few years ago to visit his grave and say a prayer for Little Red and offer a salute from all of his old friends. God Bless your family for your loss. Little Red will always be remembered. -- Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 11/13/2011
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4129. My father Served with A 2/35Inf 3rd squad 3rd platoon from July 66 thru July 67. His name is William Hernandez from Aguas Buenas, PR. If anyone remembers him feel free to contact me.
William Hernandez -- Brighton CO USA -- 11/12/2011
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4128. To my Uncle, whom I never had the pleasure to meet, I am proud of your service. Your memory lives today, and you are not forgotten. You are missed dearly. Spec Herbert David Horner And thank you to those who have thought enough of him to place him on this site.
-- Kingsport TN USA -- 11/11/2011
4127. Hi to those that served in Korea.
Walter C. Hickman -- Mission TX USA -- 11/11/2011
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4126. Happy Veterans Day Cacti! Rembering our friend Tom Kehoe and my father Everette E. Johnson rest in peace.
Mike Johnson -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 11/11/2011
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4125. ....I'm popping smoke down here ....happy vet day to all who have served...I served from 1972 through 1976 ...if I had to I would do it all over again...but I'm glad i don't have to !!!!!
larry frias jr -- El Paso TX USA -- 11/11/2011
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4124. My brothers in arms, may you all be well on this Veterans Day. I thank each and everyone of you for serving and helping to keep this country great. Many times people forget that they are special for just being themselves. That is the truth with the Cacti. I am proud to be a veteran and a Cacti. At this time I ask that everyone remember 3 Cacti that fell on November 11, 1968 in and ambush below LZ Jean near DUC CO. On this day 43 year ago Delta 1/35 lost John Bratton, Jim Humphrey, and Gary Rust. I salute these brave young men and always will. Thank You. "Doc" Olea. Cacti, be well my brothers and I hope to see you at the next reunion in Colorado.
Forrest Joe "Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 11/11/2011
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4123. I served with HHC 1/35 in the late 70s. I was a food serv spec and also participated in Kangaroo III. Is anyone out there who was in my unit at that time? Or with the Wolfhounds? Feel free to contact me. Thanks.
Steve Frazier -- Pueblo CO USA -- 11/11/2011
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4122. On Nov. 13, I would like to pay tribute to one of the Greatest Men, Soldier, Patriot, Leader, and Brother I have ever had the Honor of serving with and being associated with in my life. His name was Kenneth Randall Eisenhour, know to the men that HE LED, as Lt. Ike. Ike was KIA on Nov. 13, 1967, Leading his Platoon (1st Plt., B Co., 1/35, 4th ID) on a combat assault. He was LOVED by all the men in his Platoon. He Led His Men by EXAMPLE and showing Deep Concern for all of them. He was just like Brother (that I never had) to me, and I Loved Him like that Brother. For the past 44 years, I have thought about and missed Ike Dearly. When it's my time to go, I sure hope I go to Heaven, because I KNOW Ike is there. God Bless you Ike, and I LOVE YOU.
Michael Hogan -- Frisco TX USA -- 11/10/2011
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4121. Happy Veteran's Day all you CACTI Brothers. Don't forget to make it to Applebee's on Veteran's Day, for a complimentary meal. I went last year and it's a lot better than a can of Cs or Hot As.
Joe Soga -- Kutztown PA USA -- 11/09/2011
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4120. With special memories of SP4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/12/67 - my sincere best wishes and thanks to all that serve and have served. God Bless You One And All.
a friend -- USA -- 11/09/2011
4119. On this date 44 years ago on 11/9/1967, A/1/35 would continue with their loses when Robert L. Hale, Donald S. Holke, James R. Howard, Dennis R. Podgorny, Billy Templeton, Freddie L. Thomas Jr., Quinn W. Tichenor and Tyrone Wright paid the ultimate sacrifice..Gone but certainly never forgotten.
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 11/09/2011
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4118. I am sitting here watching Vietnam HD on the History Channel. My father passed away a few years ago, but I know he's sitting here watching it with me. The smell of cigarette smoke is all around. That's the smell I smell when I "feel" him all around. I am still curious if anyone knew him. I had posted on the guestbook a few months ago with all his information, but his name was Francis B. Higgins III. Please let me know if anyone knew of him. He was from Reading, PA.
Erin -- Reading PA USA -- 11/09/2011
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4117. Today I emailed approx 340 Fall Issues of the Cacti Times in living color. If you do not receive your copy, drop me a note so my records can be checked. Many are being returned undeliverable. John Lorts, Assoc Editor is to be congratulated for the fine work on it. He will begin sending "snail mail" copies later this week.
Steve Rainbolt, Assoc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 11/08/2011
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4116. I was wondering if you could answer a question for me. My father, James Carroll Bandy, served from 1950 to 1952. He told me he was in the 35th Infantry, 25th Army. Is this the right organization? I would like to get the history of his service. Could you help me? Thank you. Cheri Bandy Foust
Cheri Bandy Foust -- Harriman TN USA -- 11/06/2011
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4115. The first photo is 3rd Brigade Hq. LZ Montezuma. Beach scene is definately R&R center at China Beach.
Art Johnson -- Stanwood WA USA -- 11/06/2011
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4114. Hi Guys, Was sent this link: http://www.flickr.com/photos/46064258@N08/sets/72157623231555600/detail/?page=2 At bottom is some pics of a 3rd Bde award ceremony, mid-late 1967. Anyone recognize anyone or the locale? Thanks, Dick
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 11/05/2011
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4113. AMG Medical, Inc of Alpharetta, GA will distribute 36,000 folding canes to Veterans @ the 600 Sam's Clubs, nation-wide, Nov 9-11. The canes will be given on a first-come basis, and Sam's Club membership is NOT required. Veteran's need to show proof of service. (DD214, Discharge, etc.) Each location will have 60 canes to give away.
Steve Rainbolt, Assoc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 10/31/2011
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4112. On Veterans Day the John M. West American Leigon Post 408 Derby/Haysville Ks. is going to dedicate a new sign on the Post with his name. John and I were in HHC (recon) 1/35 together in 66-67. He was KIA 31 March 67. I am going to ride from Sacramento to Derby for the ceremony. If any one has any photos of John when he was in Vietnam I would be grateful for a copy. Also if you have any memories of him would also like to share. Please send me an e-mail cactiron@mac.com
ronald d ray -- sacramento ca USA -- 10/29/2011
Email -- http://cactiron.com
4111. My father was in Co.L in 1927 and I have a Christmas menu and Co. picture and roster. Would it belong in archives of the regiment? Contact me at mhirk@aol.com. I would not like this to end up in the trash if it has some value to history.
Michael Hirkala -- Cocoa Beach FL USA -- 10/28/2011
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4110. Just got back from the Combat Infantrymen's Association convention in Myrtle Beach,NC and had a great time associating with heroes from WWII through the current wars. If you don't belong to this great organization, check out the website -- http://cibassoc.com ---If you live in North Carolina, contact me.I am the new State Commander. First year membership is free for Iraq/Afghanistan Vets!
Curtis Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 10/24/2011
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4109. On Oct. 22, 1967 Eugene Naylor, Co E ,1st Bn/35th Inf.(Recon)was KIA along with his buddy , Roger Romine. I have been told that they were part of a Recon Platoon making a security sweep at the base of a mountain called LZ Mary Lou. Eugene was from Kentucky and Roger was from W. Virginia. Eugene was awarded a Silver Star for his actions on that day. I just wanted to post this in memory of the two of them.
Joyce Davis -- Danville KY USA -- 10/21/2011
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4108. I was hoping to contact any family members of Keith Emerson Bennett, who lived in Eagleville, MO and was killed in action on Sniper Ridge during the Korean War conflict. I want the family to know, that I have raised my 5 children to know what a brave man Keith Bennett was, and how he saved many lives that day on Sniper Ridge... including my father. Keith and my Dad became best friends. My Dad could hardly speak his name without getting emotional, and he never ever forgot Keith. In everything he did, he felt Keith was with him. Please help me find he family, so I can make contact with them.Thank you,Susan Sessions Huckvale
Susan Huckvale -- Camas WA USA -- 10/21/2011
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4107. My final respects go out to my C.O. Anthony Bisantz, A-1st 35th, Class of 1966. Thank you for your service and dedication to duty. It was an honor to have served with you and others in Vietnam. It was a special moment to have seen you at the Pittsburgh Reunion after 44 years. My thoughts and prayers go out to Charlotte and the rest of the family. Rest in peace Tony.Marcos (Marc) Cadriel Jr.A-1st 35th , 1966
Marcos Cadriel Jr. -- Peoria AZ USA -- 10/20/2011
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4106. FYI: On Thur, 27 Oct, local channel 20 (PBS) will televise a one hour documentary titled, "Journey of the Beams." It describes IFD "First Responder, "Greg Hess's sucessful efforts to have placed in Indpls, original beams from the cowardly acts of 9/11. The Port of Authority of New York/New Jersey granted his appeal, and the documentary describes their journey from there to Indy, much of it done in imcliment weather w/motorcycle escort. Dept of Ind ALR & the "Cacti" Assoc were represented throughout by me! If not in your area, call your local affiliate and ask why not!
Steve Rainbolt, Assoc Sec'y -- Plainfield IN USA -- 10/20/2011
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4105. Today I had the opportunity to attend the Dedication Ceremony of only the second bridge in the nation to be named a "Medal of Honor" bridge. (Both are in Indiana.) In attendence were 8 surviving MOH Recipients from WWII, Korea & RVN. The biggest thrill for me was when I was able to ask Kenneth E. Stumpf if "he was a Cacti?" He was and is, and was awarded the MOH for actions near Duc Pho in April, 1967, while with C 1/35. He sent greetings to all Cacti, and especially Dick Arnold.
Steve Rainbolt -- Plainfield IN USA -- 10/19/2011
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4104. Dear Cacti Brothers,I just wanted to let you know that I had a chance to visit Schofield Barracks on Oct. 12th. I took a few photos which I will post with Doc and Pete of Bravo Company. It sure felt good to finally visit our home base but it would have been nice if our batallion was not in Afganistan. Milly and I toured the area and stopped in the BX and did a little trinket shopping. We had a fine lunch on the North Beach of Oahu and watched a Hawaiian sunset from Turtle Beach. I look forward to seeing you all in Denver.
Ted Balzarini -- Marquette MI USA -- 10/17/2011
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4103. John Fielding, don't know if you are in between Florida and Conneticut, give me a ring
Roger (Doc) Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 10/17/2011
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4102. Sadly, Dick Arnold has been informed that Tony Bisantz, A Co. 1/35, 1965-66, passed away Oct. 13, 2011. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice Pres. -- Rocky River OH USA -- 10/16/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4101. ”Anthony E. Bisantz died peacefully at home on Hatteras Island on October 13, 2011.” Good-bye Sir, Thanks to your leadership, I stand here today to offer you a parting Hand Salute
L. Melton -- Chicago IL USA -- 10/16/2011
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4100. Please disregard my previous entry about Dwight Davis he is alive and well! Anyone I caused any grief you have my heart felt apology. I had received some wrong info, and it is my fault for not checking it out before posting.
Dwight I bet your glad I'm wrong! Sorry Brother
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 10/14/2011
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4099. Gentlemen we have 6 new war stories from Dwight Davis who is no longer with us. They were submitted by Cliff Westwood creator of the first cacti website. Thank You Cliff Tiny War Stories Editor
Wiley Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 10/13/2011
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4098. 1/35 Inf. Nov. 13. I was there that day when lt.Ike was K.I.A. 1967. God bless all of you that are alive today. Sandy. 4duece morters and r.t.o. bravo co.
David R. Saunders (Sandy) -- Dayton OH USA -- 10/13/2011
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4097. Anyone knowing PFC. John Andrew Burzawa, Jr. of Joliet, Illinois. K.I.A. Jan 25 1968 at Quang Nam, SVN, D CO. 1st Bat. 35th INF REG. 4th Inf. Div. Seeking info for son who never met his dad. Please help.
Dave Twombly, Sr. -- Midlothian IL USA -- 10/13/2011
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4096. Just getting to use a computor after all these years. A big Hi to anybody in B company 3rd Brigrade in 1966...And a Thank you to Marshall Jackson who sent me a packet in 2006 and have just took another look at it...Going to try and get in touch with some of the names I remember...It is hard to believe that it was 45 years ago...
Philip B Walton -- Presque Isle ME USA -- 10/11/2011
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4095. Praying for Rick Rykowsi's family. Served with him 1967. A great leader and solider. I was with him on March 12 and the 21st. He was seriously wounded on the 21st. We lost several great men that day. Jim Lanning became our CO and I was his RTO
Jim Phillips -- Cookeville TN USA -- 10/06/2011
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4094. my name is mike nicolazzo they called me nick, i am looking for any one that was in my regiment or knows of it. please send any replys to jimmie.nicolazzo@gmail.com 1952/1954 cacti/fox co.
mike nicolazzo -- Butler PA USA -- 10/01/2011
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4093. The funeral for our friend Ronald B "Rick" Rykowski will be held on Oct 4th, 2011 at 12:30 PM at the Riverside National Cemetery 22495 Van Buren Blvd, Riverside, CA. I encourage any Cacti who are in the area to attend, if at all possible. If you have ever been to a Cacti reunion you know Rick. Always one of the loudest voices in the room. Always one of the most sincere and nicest guys you will ever meet. A true Cacti hero. Please, if you can, help give Rick and family a true Cacti farewell and let us know about the day. Thanks and God Bless.-- Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 09/29/2011
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4092. September 29 and 30, 1969 - the Chu Pau's. If you were there you'll remember and remember Tom, Scotty and Ananian. If you didn't make the trip - Won't mean nothin. Rest easy guys until we meet again.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 09/28/2011
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4091. In memory of Thomas Price, Duane Scott, and John Ananion. All KIA on the 29th and 30th of Sept 1969. Chu Pau's. Your memory lives on in many minds. Rest in Peace Brothers!!!!Ole
Alan Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 09/28/2011
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4090. Doc Hall has informed us that Ronald "Rick" Rykowski, C Co. 2/35 1966-67 passed away Sept. 24. Rick was truly a remarkable man. We thank his wife Ro for sharing him with us.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice President -- Rocky River OH USA -- 09/25/2011
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4089. In loving memory of Roger Alan Fulkerson, KIA 9/25/1968. His amazing daughter and grandchildren will assure that he goes on. Thank you to all his Cacti brothers who have honored and remembered him.
Jeanne Griffin Smith -- Sacramento CA USA -- 09/25/2011
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4088. Hi,I am writing to find out if anyone possibly knew my father. He recently passed away, and I am trying to find out some more information about his time in Vietnam. His name was Francis Higgins III and the following info was written in the return address spot on the letters written to my mom. Sgt Francis B. Higgins IIIUS 51917810Co. A 1st Bn 35th Inf 4th Inf. Div. I know that he was stationed in Plekiu near the Cambodian boarder. If anyone has any info or knowledge of him, please get in touch with me, or email me. I am trying to learn as much as possible about his time there, as well as the people he was with. I have numerous pictures with him and other soldiers and it would be nice to know who they are too. Thanks! Erin Higgins
Erin Higgins -- Reading PA USA -- 09/25/2011
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4087. A, HHC, B Co's 1997-2001 Loved it there, great unit!
Robert Luck -- Dover TN USA -- 09/22/2011
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4086. This is to Walter Allen Twyford, Sir I understand your frustration. The one thing I have learned while dealing with our brothers and our personal memorys of the war and actions we were in is that not a one person remembers the events that took place, the exact same way as I do. I remember one fire fight we were in and a friend of mine was called across the peremiter while were under heavy fire, and was told to get a sniper out of a tree with his 60. He passed right by my fox hole and I told him to be careful, well he was successful and was not killed of injured. I met him on my first reunion and we talked about what he had done. His answer was "I don't remember that". It set me back because I have remembered that fire fight and what he did for the past 40 some years. Respectfully what I'm saying is that we all remember what went on over there from our own perspective,not that anyone is wrong or right. Hope maybe you could look at it with empathy for the person that wrote the account. Thanks for sharing Doc Rose.
Gary Doc Rose -- Mills River NC USA -- 09/22/2011
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4085. Joseph Lydon, M.D., HHC 1/35 Korea 1953 has passed away. Minooka Joe was a beloved healer in Rocky River, OH.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 09/22/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4084. MY FATHER WAS PFC. GUY ALVIN BALLARD SR. KILLED JULY 1ST 1953 DEFENDING HIS COUNTRY IN THE KOREAN WAR.MY SON CAME UPON THIS SITE AND WE READ THE MEMORIAL FOR MY FATHER WHOM I NEVER HAD THE PRIVELEGE TO KNOW. I AM SO PROUD TO BE APART OF THE 35TH INFANTRY FAMILY AND TO NOW KNOW THAT THERE ARE OTHERS. MY FAMILY WOULD LOVE TO HAVE AN UPDATE ON THE ACTIVITIES THAT THE FAMILIES OF THE 35TH ARE APART OF. WE WOULD LOVE TO SEND A PICTURE OF MY FATHER TO PUT IN THE PLACE OF THE PIC AREA OF HIS MEMORIAL PAGE. THANK YOU FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY TO WRITE AND TO SHED A TEAR TO THE ONLY MEMORIES I HAVE ARE ALL HEAR SAY BUT ONE THING IS TRUE MY FATHER IS MY HERO. THANKS AGAIN LOVE THROUGH CHRIST, THE PROUD GUY ALVIN BALLARD JR. AND FAMILYONLY MEMORIES I HAVE
GUY ALVIN BALLARD JR -- Iron Station NC USA -- 09/21/2011
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4083. Walter, your comments (Item 4081) regarding the Ivy Leaf narrative for the Tan Phong battle are appreciated. Not many of us were there, so the published account approved by the 4th ID in the Division newspaper 45-years-ago is what was available to us -- if that is the material you refer to. I encourage you to renew your membership and submit your account of what transpired that day. We all know that truth is the first casualty of war. It is equally true that individuals have recklessly distorted the "facts" of things that happened in Vietnam -- sometimes because perceptions differ about what transpired, but more often to further political, personal or career goals. If the narrative I've mentioned is the one you are addressing, to say it makes the Association appear "sloppy and unattentive to detail" is gratuitous. Share the facts as you know them with the rest of us, as you did with Capt. Walker's widow and children. Submit the article to the editor of the Association's "Cacti Times" and address the specific errors you are aware of in the Ivy Leaf's battle account.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice President -- Rocky River OH USA -- 09/14/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4082. I am a Viet Nam Vet and served 1/67-2/68, part of my tour with the 4th ID. I am guest curating a special exhibit at the Heritage Museum on Vashon Island, WA called 'Home of Record: Vashon and the Vietnam War'. We are paying tribute to the 12 Vashon sons lost in the war. Included is Donald Holke, KIA 11/9/67. Among the Guests of Honor at the reception 6-9 pm on Oct 7, 2011 will be Clare 'Bunny' West(formerly Holke) who directed me to your site. Gentlemen, I salute you for your great work in creating and maintaining such a fine website.
Christopher Gaynor -- Vashon WA USA -- 09/13/2011
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4081. The narrative you have displayed for the "the battle of tan phong" has many errors. That's a shame as it reflects on us as sloppy and unattentive to detail. I was Cpt. Walker's 1st platoon leader that day and he would have been pissed to know that the facts have been tossed willy nilly to the wind just so higher ups who were not on the ground that night could boast....this has real consequences as I was the officer who had to explain to his wife and two daughters what really happened to him 29may67, regards, WAT,1lt.INF.USAR
walter allen twyford -- chandler AZ USA -- 09/13/2011
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4080. I've created a closed Facebook Group for the 35th Infantry Regiment, meaning non-members can't read the posts. If you are on Facebook, a Cacti, and want to join the Group, please contact me as a number of the San Antonio reunion attendees email addresses are no good. If you would rather not participate, I certainly understand. The point of the Group is to keep Association members united and in routine contact using the social media your children and grandchildren do . The Group is NOT to be used for political or commercial purposes.
Bill Henson, Executive Vice Pres. -- Rocky River OH USA -- 09/11/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4079. I served with CO D 1/35TH 4TH INF 1969 - 1970.
Alan Wood -- Sahuarita AZ USA -- 09/06/2011
Email -- http://15829 via puente del valle
4078. Just wanted to say thanks for the wonderful time during the reunion here in San Antonio. Since this was my first I was telling someone at a table in the lobby that my name was Wayne Lund, A man behind me said "SGT LUND, I'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR YOU FOR THE PAST 44 YEARS", What a shocker, It was Jim Brown, my medic from Recon 1/35. Seeing Jim and so many other comrades like Tony Caggiano, T.J.Blue, Ron Ray, Chuck Norris, Teddy Bear Carpenter, Bill Bitautas, Don Johnson, and many, many more, brought back memories and was wonderful talking to all the others that I meet there. As I told everyone, this was my first reunion but it will definitely not be my last. I am looking forward to the reunion in Colorado, can hardly wait. From A comrade-in-arms and A CACTI FOREVER, Wayne(Lucky)Lund
Wayne D. Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 09/05/2011
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4077. On this day 16 Brave Cacti sacrificed all in Korea. Join me in giving them a thought this day.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 09/03/2011
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4076. I'm trying to determine my Uncles regiment in WW2. I know he was in the 25th ID and I know he was in a Company "C". He was KIA 10 April 1945 on Luzon near Putlan. His name is Joseph MIchael Caruso, S Sargent USA Ser.#32658642 Enlisted 8 Dec. 1942. Thank you for any help you may give me.
Joseph M. Strawser -- Lancaster OH USA -- 08/29/2011
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4075. My father Robert Jerry Kelley served in Company M 35th Infantry in 1943 to 1946.
Penny Kelley -- Folsom CA USA -- 08/28/2011
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4074. Seen a post by Gordon Grey, don't know if he remembers me but we arrived at the same time in Pleiku, I have a picture of him if he has a email other than outlook. Let me know and I'll get him the picture.
Gary Doc Rose -- Mills River NC USA -- 08/26/2011
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4073. My grandfather, Thomas Gorman was in the 35th unit. He was a Pearl Harbor survivor. He was at Schofield Barricks. Then went on to the Phillipine Islands.
Curtis Steffey -- Columbia SC USA -- 08/18/2011
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4072. HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHARLES "CHARLIE" T. NEWTON JR. YOU WOULD HAVE BEEN 83 ON AUGUST 9, 2011YOU, YOUR LIFE AND YOUR ARTWORK IS NOW ON FACEBOOK (CHARLES T. NEWTON - ARTIST)AS A REMEMBRANCE....YOUR SON, BILL
WILLIAM T. NEWTON -- REISTERSTOWN MD USA -- 08/16/2011
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4071. I'm glad to see the men enjoyed the reunion. It would have been wonderful if it were held in a place the men of WWII and Korea could have afforded. Perhaps this can be considered for future reunions, then we of the earlier times could be in attendance.
Frank L. Marks -- Omaha NE USA -- 08/13/2011
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4070. I served with the 1/35 CO D Vietnam 4th inf div 1969 & 1971
Alan S. Woo (Woody) -- Sahuarita AZ USA -- 08/13/2011
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4069. Thank you CACTI Association for including KIA family members at yearly reunions. Meeting and talking with those who knew my husband Jerry P. Laird has been a HUGE blessing in my life. My gratitude to all who work endless hours to make the reunion enjoyable for all cacti and their families!!!! Zema Laird
Zem C. Laird -- Columbus GA USA -- 08/08/2011
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4068. Just returned yesterday from a post-Reunion stay at San Antone. Did more research on the Regiment and was able to eat Lunch on Wednesday in the middle of the old Cacti Barracks area(a Whopper with chesse and a Dr. Pepper). It's in the middle of Government Family Quarters but was able to locate it with the outstanding help of Mr John Mangusco(sp?) and his excellent Staff at the Fort Sam Houston Museum. I would also like to thank Esther Garcia of the Army Medical Department Center & School PAO Office for the excellent way in which she arranged a tour of the Combat Medic Training Facilities on Thursday the 28th of last Month. My "Hat's off" also to "Doc" Johnson for making the arrangements for that tour. Someone suggested that the next time we come back that we might be able to "Chow Down" at the Dining Facility(that's Mess Hall to all of us "Old Heads", then take a ride out to Camp Bullis to watch the Medics do some of their Field Training(if so, then don't forget your Boonie Hat, Sunscreen and Canteen).I hope to see y'all in Denver next year. CACTI Forever,Tom
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 08/06/2011
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4067. Anthony Hein gave the ultimate sacrifice on 8-7-1968. He has been thought about everyday for the last 43 years. Our country lost a fine man and he will never be forgotten.
Ronald T Hogan -- Seaford DE USA -- 08/06/2011
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4066. Would the person who sent me the story for our war stories section about the goat in Afghanistan please send it to me again. Somehow I've lost it. Wiley Dodd War Stories Editor
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 08/05/2011
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4065. This Sunday August 7th is Purple heart day,Honoring all Purple Heart reciptients.Lets honor our cacti warriors for their sacrafices.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 08/05/2011
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4064. I am so excited to find this page and see Richard Bryant's picture. We were friends in 66-67. I lived in Allen Junction, Mullens, WV when we met. He was so kind, nice, handsome just an all around great guy. My heart was broken when I found he had been killed in action. I have never forgotten him even after all these yrs. My brother lives in Sophia but does not know where this cemetary is, if some does will you please tell me how to find it.. Thank you for posting this info. Virginia Hoge Williams
Virginia H Williams -- Belmont NC USA -- 08/05/2011
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4063. Great reunion, thanks to all that helped to make the Cacti reunion the best.
Tom Mahon -- Inverness FL USA -- 08/03/2011
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4062. My uncle was a member of 35th Company B in WWII and was killed on 20 May 1945. I have his album and have sent some "stuff" for your files. If any of the real old timers have any memory of that time, or my uncle, I'd love to hear the stories. I do have what I think it the official history of the battle of Balete Pass, but would love to hear real stories. Reb BacchusHM2 - 1966-1970
Reb Bacchus -- Georgetown TX USA -- 08/02/2011
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4061. A special thank you to Charlie Company 2/35 for your generous donations to Captain Lanning's church. He was totally surprised and deeply appreciative. Charlie Company always there when you need them."
Charlie Company C 2/35 -- USA -- 08/02/2011
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4060. Remembering my brother- Robert Shook KIA Aug 2-69- Also thanking all the friends I have made through the Cacti- God bless you all.
Fred Shook -- Adel GA USA -- 08/02/2011
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4059. Got back yesterday from the reunion. What a great time we had! AS always I might add. Looking forward to next year.
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 08/02/2011
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4058. My brother Tony and I had a great time at the reunion. The reason we have such a great time is because of the family we all call "Cacti". The work and dedication put forth by the officers and those that coordinate the facilities is absolutely humbling. Thank each and everyone that attended this year. I hope to see you all and additional ones next year. Cacti Forever. "Doc" Olea
Forrest Joe "Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 08/02/2011
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4057. I was talking to some of you about not getting my Purple Heart for being wounded May 19 1967. When I got the mail today the Army awarded me my Purple Heart It is 44years 2mo and 12 days late But I received it. Again I had a great time with all of you. Jim New Purple Heart recipient
James Brown SSG Retired -- Portland TN USA -- 08/02/2011
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4056. Goooooooood morning to all...What a great reunion it was...walking around I heard number of times, " I wonder whatever happened to so and so." I am certain names or nicknames came up so let us do what we can to find those long lost Cacti buddies you served with. The membership commitee has done pretty good at seaching (and finding) our pals with small bits of infomation. So, while you are pumped up and filled with P & V, send me an e-mil with whatever you remember about someone that we may be able to find. We are all getting "long in the fangs" so please send whatever you can remember about anyone and we will get after it.take care, TAKE ARM's and GOD BLESS all of us Terry Savely SR .VP of MEMBERSHIPHHC 2/35 8-68/8-69
Terry Savely -- Sugar Land TX USA -- 08/02/2011
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4055. My wife and I had a great time visiting San Antonio and revisiting all of the members of "D" company that Doc Olea wanted to see in addition to any others that were there. It makes it easier to say that than to type in all of your names. Keep in touch if anything out of the usual comes up.
Doc Gray -- Staunton IL USA -- 08/02/2011
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4054. Sad news, MG Philip Feir former BN Commander 2nd BN 35th IN
died 7-14-2011 (Source West Point Association of Graduates) MG Feir was the commander of 2/35 during the Battle of 10 Alfa and his decision to reinforce B co 2/35th with A co 1/35th is credited with saving many lives and the success of the mission.
Charles H Beauchamp -- Salem OR USA -- 07/31/2011
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4053. Had a great time seeing all of you great heros and the recon Men I was with in 1966-67 1/35 and I hope to see you all again in CO next year. Thank you for a great time!!!!!
Witch doctor James (Jim) Brown
James Brown SSG Retired -- Portland TN USA -- 07/31/2011
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4052. ....on your feet cacti,im popping smoke....have a funeral to attend over the weekend, plus i have to work on friday so i will not be able to attend this years reunion sadly to say !! i do wish the 35th a very happy and successful reunion there in San Antonio !! good luck and god speed to the 35th of the 25th...once a cacti always a cacti !!
Larry Frias Jr -- El Paso TX USA -- 07/29/2011
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4051. Be safe, enjoy San Antonio, enjoy each other , return home safely and hoping to see you next year Doc Ellis Cacti in RVN Dec 65 thru Jan 67, but got to Schofield in mid 61.
Roger (Doc) Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 07/29/2011
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4050. My brother Tony and I will be arriving in San Antonio mid-afternoon on Thursday. I look forward to seeing all Cacti especially "DOC" Gray, Mike Kerr, Jack "TOP" Farmer, Larry Tefteller, Joel Mayne, Rodger Leffler, Barrie Windell, Jack Edwards, Ray Maylan, Jim Beddingfield, Dave Collins, Joe Skillings, Dave Collins, Phil Landis, Jerry Walden, Frank DeLerosa "Pancho", and the list goes on. Cacti Forever Bros. Doc Olea
Forrest "DOC" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 07/27/2011
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4049. Just a note of interest. If anyone is a Dallas cowboys fan, they will start practice on Thursday 28 July at the Alamo Dome. Admittance is free.
Wayne D. Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 07/26/2011
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4048. My wife and I will be arriving in San Antonio sometime Thursday morning. We are driving from Oklahoma and leaving Wednesday morning. Looking forward to seeing any guys from HHC 1/35 Recon who served during 1966. See you in San Antonio. Chuck Norris
Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 07/26/2011
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4047. Linda and I should be in San Antonio sometime late Thursday afternoon. I hope it's just as hot there as it is in St. Louis. If it's not, then my Texas tan is just burning my skin. Hope to see Doc Olea.Doc Gray
Gordon T. Gray -- Staunton IL USA -- 07/25/2011
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4046. My wife and I are arriving Wednesday afternoon about 3PM, we are looking forward to seeing everyone and enjoying your company.A big thank you to Frank DeLaRosa for his help getting the PX to Texas.
Joe Henderson -- Levittown PA USA -- 07/24/2011
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4045. Charles Scott a korean war member served with 1st Bn.C Co. He wrote an article about Hill 431 in the Greybeards magazine. He mentions some interesting subjects, which I wish he would write about them in war stories section of this web site. The Greybeards is the magazine/news letter recieved quarterly by KWVA members.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 07/23/2011
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4044. 28 Cacti gave all in Korea on this date. Please give them a thought today.
ley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 07/22/2011
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4043. My husband is current in 2/35th deployed to Afghanistan- Take Arms
Melissa D Cohn -- Wahiawa HI USA -- 07/22/2011
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4042. Reunion Hotel Shuttle Info from Kathy Holleran: I checked with the hotel regarding their shuttle...The shuttle charges $18 per person one way to our hotel...a cab averages $25. This distance is less than 10 miles. We’ll grab a cab
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 07/21/2011
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4041. Was very honored and humbled to be selected Dept of Ind, "Rider of the Year," by the American Legion during their State Convention last weekend! Was also nominated by the State ALR, during their portion of the same Convention, for the office of State Chaplain. Look very forward to seeing the regulars again soon in San Antonio, and perhaps some new faces, too. A 2/35 always!
Steve Rainbolt -- Plainfield IN USA -- 07/20/2011
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4040. See you in San Antonio!
Bobby Don Shelton -- Granbury TX USA -- 07/15/2011
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4039. July 15, 1967 - 44 years ago on this day, Dan(Red)Archer and Armundo Villa, C/1/35, died in a battle that lasted several hours in the jungle SW of Duc Pho. These heros paid the ultimate price. Say a prayer for their souls CACTI.
John Cavender -- Dahlonega GA USA -- 07/15/2011
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4038. On 1/20/1967 I was the medic with Recon 1/35 when Stg Kent was KIA and Teddy Bear and I pulled him back along with others that day the NVA had taken his shirt and M16 before we got to him, so that is where the SSG shirt came from. Any one wanting to e-mail me please at rtrnjlb@dishmail.net I was the medic from jul 1966-jun1967
James Brown SSG Retired -- Portland TN USA -- 07/14/2011
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4037. I was in Recon 1/35 Jul 1966- Jun 1967 as the medic. I would like for any one that was there when I was there to e-mail.
James Brown SSG Retired -- Portland TN USA -- 07/14/2011
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4036. The Grandson of a Korean War Cacti has contacted Doc Johnson in hopes of finding a way to verify an incident that his Grandfather told him about. The Grandfather is William Bernard Woltkamp and he was a part of the 35th Infantry 1st Battalion PNA Platoon-Combat Engineers. On Sept 10th, 1950 all ( or many) of his platoon were taken prisoner. “He really didn’t know it until their rifles were confiscated”. “They were able to escape when one evening one of the soldiers over powered a guard who was sleeping and they got away. They made it back all the way to friendly territory (1st Calvary Lines)…” Is there anyone out there from the Cacti in Korea who can corroborate the status as POW in this incident?. If so the Grandson, Patrick Coffey, Cpl USMC would like to hear from you. Please contact Doc Hall or Doc Johnson and we will put you in touch with the grandson. – thanks—Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 07/11/2011
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4035. Just a reminder to A CO 2/35 I have set a LUNCHEON FOR THE Company in San Antonio please contact me if interested need a head count.
Pat Martin ( MSG retired ) -- Florence SC USA -- 07/10/2011
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4034. C 2/35 Have recently been in contact with Brent (Mac) McClellan. Would like to contact others, Bill (hippie) Patterson, Don Pananen, Joe (tex) Warren, Larry Sommer or any other from the old company.
Francis (Wheels) Wheeler -- Billings MT USA -- 07/09/2011
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4033. I AM SFC. RETIRED W.L.WILLIAMS SR, I SERVED IN NAM WITH THE 4TH ID 1/35TH INF./C. CO. MY COMMANDER WAS CPT WILLIAM BOWMAN. I WOULD BE SO THANKFUL TO GATHER ANY INFO ABOUT THE MEN I SERVED WITH.
WILLIAMS, WARREN L. SR -- INDIANAPOLIS IN USA -- 07/06/2011
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4032. Per Army Times. Cacti brotheres KIA in Afganisthan1LT Dimitri A del Castillo, 2-35 IN KIA 6-25-2011SSG Nigel D Kelly 2-35 IN KIA 6-25-2011SP4 Kevi J Hilaman 2-35 IN KIA 6-26-2011SP4 Levi E Nuncio 2-35 IN KIA 6-22-2011 Our prayers are with them and the families
Charles H Beauchamp -- Salem OR USA -- 07/06/2011
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4031. Hi Bravos, sorry if I have asked you before, but I do not want to miss you at the B 2/35th luncheon.
If you plan on attending, please send a check for $12.50/plate made out to me at:
37 Flint Rd
Tyngsboro MA 01879.
If your mail arrives here after July 20th I will be on the road and will miss it.
Thanks!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 07/05/2011
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4030. Remembering the 20 good men we lost 45 years ago. May they all rest in peace. Date: 2011-07-03
Donald J Sternhagen -- Marion IA USA -- 07/04/2011
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4029. On this date July 3rd 1966 1/35th lost 20 men. Let's pause during our Holiday weekend and give them a thought
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 07/04/2011
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4028. To all CACTI past and present, we just want to wish each and everyone of you and your families, a wonderful 4th of July. Enjoy and God Bless one and all. Wayne D.(Lucky) Lund and family
Wayne D. Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 07/03/2011
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4027. Thank you to our brave troops.
Randi Riffkind -- Los Angeles CA USA -- 07/03/2011
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4026. I searched your Guestbook for servicemen who might have known William Royce Latimer. He served in Viet Nam 1966-1967. He was attached to C/1st Battalion/35th Infantry Div.He was from Chicago, Il and was KIA on 4-25-67. If anyone knew him well please email me: kahlualady@ymail.com. I was a close friend of his. We lived in the same Pilsen neighborhood.
Ermelinda Tisdale -- Bellingham WA USA -- 06/30/2011
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4025. As you will read in a couple of entries below by our Bill Henson, the Cacti has suffered several KIA's in the past several days. We strive in the Association to show our support to the families of these heroes by having our members attend the services and personally expressing the condolences of the membership for the loss of these brave young men. It appears that the funeral services for Spc Kevin J. Hilaman may be held in his hometown of Albany, CA in the next several days. Any members in the area of San Francisco / Oakland we are calling on you to help us show support for this young hero. It is still not clear to us just when or where in the Albany area the services will take place but it will likely be by mid week just after the 4th of July. If you think you may be able to help us please contact me and we will provide you with the best information we have as we get it. At this point we have volunteers for the services for PFC Nuncio in Virginia and SSGT Kelly in Menifee, CA but would appreciate any further volunteers who may be able to attend. We also anticipate a funeral for Lt. Del Castillo at West Point, NY very shortly and can use volunteers for that service also. Thanks to all and keep these young heroes and all of our young Cacti Brothers in your prayers. Cacti Forever. --Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/29/2011
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4024. More sad Cacti news. 1st. Lt. Dimitri Del Castillo of Tampa, Fl., B Co. 2-35, KIA June 25, 2011. Kunar Province, Afghanistan. SPC Kevin J. Hilamen, of Albany, CA. D Co. (attached to A Co.) 2-35, KIA June 26, 2011. Kunar Province, Afghanistan; and SSGT Nigel D. Kelly, Menifee, CA., (attached to A Co.) 2-35 from Brigade Special Troops Bn., 25th ID, KIA June 26, 2011. Kunar Province, Afghanistan.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/29/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4023. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in San Antonio July 28 to 31, 2011, Bravo 2/35 will meet again for their 11th annual luncheon. This time we will be at The Original Blanco Cafe right around the corner from the hotel. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a Tex Mex luncheon and then conduct our business. Order one of these choices at the table: FAJITA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas, Beef or Chicken Fajitas, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CRISPY SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Crispy Beef or Chicken Taco, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CHALUPA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Regular Chalupa, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas. Coffee, Tea, or Soft Drink for $12.50 tax and tip included. Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 22th. See you soon!!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 06/26/2011
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4022. Do anyone remember First Sgt.Class-- A/2/35--Nam 67-68? If you got info. let me know. Thanks.
Roberto Albandoz -- Canovanas P. USA -- 06/25/2011
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4021. I survived the battle of June 24, 1966 with recon platoon of First 35th. Today is the 45th anniversary of that battle and I still grieve for my best friend Allan Joseph Altieri. We went through basic training, AIT and Schofield Barracks together. Only thirteen of the the original members of recon platoon, first of 35th that departed Schofield in December of 1965 made it back. I will be in this year reunion with pictures of the original recon platoon that departed Schofield December 1965. Carlos Lopez home-210-653-6387 cell-210-215-6754
Carlos Lopez -- San Antonio TX USA -- 06/24/2011
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4020. As you will see below in a posting by Bill Henson, the Cacti suffered yet another KIA in Afghanistan. PFC Levi E. Nuncio was killed on June 22nd in Afghanistan. He grew up in the Harrisonburg, VA area and we would anticipate that the funeral services are likely to be there. The Association always strives to have representation at these funerals to demonstrate our support for our Brother and his family. We have no idea of exactly when or where these services will be held at this time. Our experience tells us that the services are likely to be toward the end of next week. We would like to have a volunteer or two to represent the Association by attending the viewing and/or the funeral for our latest hero. We fully understand what difficult duty this may be but it is not nearly as difficult as the duty that Levi and our other young Cacti Brothers are performing for us all. If you live somewhat near the area and think that you might be able to do this for all of us please contact me at the e-mail below and I will provide you with the information of what you need to do in represnting us and will keep you informed of any new information as we get it. Thanks to anyone who can take on this sad duty. God Bless. --Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/24/2011
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4019. Cacti Brothers, 45 years ago today, 1st Bn 35th Inf Recon lost 10 Troopers(out of about 25 in the plt)several wounded, and 2 Charlie Co.troopers were KIA, trying to reinforce us. A Co. was also trying to reach us and lost one man, (missing) maybe captured. It was an all day Battle into darkness, against overwelming odds. We fought to keep from being overrun.The NVA were held off by our small arms fire, Air Force Birds with; wall to wall nape and 1st 35th 4.2 motars and 3rd Bde "Big Guns". These Bravemen were called by our Country to fight. There is not a day that passes without me remembering them. God Bless our Fighters. May they ALL be safely returned home.
Ed Hill -- Tipp City OH USA -- 06/24/2011
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4018. Sadly, the Department of Defense reports that Spc. Levi E. Nuncio, 24, of Harrisonburg, Va., died June 22 in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, of wounds suffered when enemy forces attacked his unit with small arms fire. He was assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry "Cacti" Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/24/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4017. On your feet Cacti.....pop smoke...my name is Lorenzo Frias Jr...Im running for the office of legal advisor and the internet and scholarship committees....I hope to be of service to this proud organization...at this years reunion in San Antonio, vote for me for legal advisor and I will set you free...if I dont make it then just look me up and lets have a drink...im proud of all you guys....b safe...out
Larry Frias Jr -- El Paso TX USA -- 06/20/2011
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4016. Happy Father's Day & Birthday, Roger Fulkerson. You never met your daughter or her family, but you would be so proud. They are exceptional. You live on through them.
Jeanne Griffin Smith -- Sacramento CA USA -- 06/19/2011
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4015. JUST A QUICK REMINDER, THAT MY WONDERFUL WIFE AND I WILL BE HOSTING A RECON COOKOUT AT MY HOME, SEND ME A REQUEST AND I SHOULD GIVE YOU OUR ADDRESS, WE LIVE ABOUT 1 MILE FROM THE HOTEL...BE SAFE....Pancho
Pancho -- San Antonio TX USA -- 06/18/2011
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4014. Another year has come and went. Rest in peace my dear friend. Sgt. Reyes.
Charles R Rea -- Harrison AZ USA -- 06/17/2011
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4013. I would hope Mr.(Lt)Emil Matula be honored at the “Cacti” San Antonio reunion this year. He resides in San Antonio at the age of 93. His accomplishments and sacrifices with the 35th during WWII are immeasurable. He went from Sergeant to Lieutenant in some of the fiercest jungle (165 days straight) fighting in Luzon Philippines. My Father, William Farrar served with Lt Matula during the he Philippine Campaign. I would like to see more WWII soldiers honored on this site. Least we not forget those who served in WWII. Thanx ed.
Ed -- Chester VA USA -- 06/16/2011
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4012. The Annual Reunion Recon Luncheon will be held Friday July 29th at 1:30pm at the Countyline Riverwalk Restaurant at 111W. Crockett Street . It is a 10 to 15 minute walk from the Hotel. You can view the Menu at http://www.countyline.com/CountyLineRiverWalk.htmlI need an accurate count so let me know if your coming and how many will be in your party. Tiny email or call 734-479-0883
Wiley Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 06/13/2011
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4011. Mike Reiley, who served with A Company and Recon 2/35 during 1967-68, passed away on June 3. There will be a military service for him June 16 at 2:00 PM at Takoma Military Cemetery in Kent, Washington. Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.
Curtis Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 06/11/2011
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4010. Hey guy's, another great news letter "Cacti times" got it yesterday, you guy's are the best, good job. Hope to see you all next month at the reunion. Tom
Tom Mahon -- Inverness FL USA -- 06/11/2011
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4009. Despise missing a reunion but the economy has me pinched on all four sides. Hope to see all next year. God Bless All....
Roger (Doc) Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 06/09/2011
Email
4008. This evening the Association electronically distributed 374 copies of the new, summer issue of "Cacti Times." Print copies will follow by surface mail in several weeks to those who elected to receive their issue by U.S. mail. As usual, a number of the emails with the "Cacti Times" attachment bounced back for a host of reasons. Let me know if you have not received your E-copy.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/09/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4007. I'd love to know the name of the medic on FSB Powder who aided Mark Reinhard, B Co. 2/35, Aug. 22, 1970, when Mark was severely injured by shrapnel from a dud 4.2 round detonated by engineers. The same medic may also have treated John Woods, B Co. 2/35, who was shot on Powder by a sniper August 6 or 7.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/08/2011
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
4006. On this June 6 day, 16 Cacti were KIA during the Korean War. We honor their brave service and memory.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/06/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
4005. **** A Co. 1st 35th LUNCHEON **** ---FRIDAY JULY 29TH 1:30 PM--- Original Blanco Cafe 419 N. St. Mary's San Antonio 78205
http://blancocafe.net/Locations.html
Look for info and sign up sheet in Hospitality Room during the reunion. See you then!
Jim Holleran -- USA -- 06/06/2011
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4004. This week 41 years ago Bob Guinn and Red Horner were KIA in that God awful place, called Vietnam. May they rest in eternal peace. Amen
Sonny Cortese -- PA USA -- 06/06/2011
4003. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in San Antonio July 28 to 31, 2011, Bravo 2/35 will meet again for their 11th annual luncheon. This time we will be at The Original Blanco Cafe right around the corner from the hotel. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a Tex Mex luncheon and then conduct our business. Order one of these choices at the table: FAJITA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas, Beef or Chicken Fajitas, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CRISPY SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Crispy Beef or Chicken Taco, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CHALUPA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Regular Chalupa, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas. Coffee, Tea, or Soft Drink for $12.50 tax and tip included. Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 22th. Rumor has it that Alpha 2/35 is trying to donate more to the Cacti Monument Fund than any other company. It cannot happen...if you plan to donate soon, please bring your check made out to 35th Infantry Regiment Association. Remember, your contributions are Tax Deductable. The 35th Infantry Regiment Association is a tax exempt 501(c)19 organization. See you soon!!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 06/06/2011
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4002. I am sad to report that Mike Reiley, A/2/35 and LRRP/2/35 during 1967-68 passed away Friday, June 3. You'll be missed, Mike
Curtis Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 06/04/2011
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4001. Tomorrow (Saturday June 4th) I will travel to Washington DC to visit the Wall. I have done this on the closest Saturday to June 4th for many years now to honor my pal Guinn who was killed on this date 41 years ago. Not a day goes by that he isn't in my mind. God Bless you good buddy. Miss You. --Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/04/2011
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4000. Just wanted to say "Thank You" for your service and to those that gave the ultimate sacrifice RIP. Thank You Ron for your service.
Gabe -- Window Rock AZ USA -- 06/03/2011
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3999. It is with pride that we all say that our fallen brothers will never be forgotten. I am taking these few minutes to make sure that I am true to that pledge. On the evening of June 3rd. 1968, my life and the life of all members of "C" 1/35 were changed forever. It was a very hard night. The world lost three great young men. Lt. Steven Gilmer, Sgt. Harry Butler, Spec. Ray Brockmeyer, made the ultimate sacrifice. Brothers rest in peace and I salute you. Doc Olea
Forrest Joe "Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 06/03/2011
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3998. We are trying to see how many guys that have served with A Company, 2/35th, would be interested in attend an Alpha Company lunch on Saturday, July 30th during the Cacti reunion. Pat Martin is working on finding us a reasonably priced restaurant, possibly with a private room. If you are interested in attending, have questions, or suggestions, please contact Pat at (843)229-8347 or e-mail him at SGTPAT50@aol.com.(Put "Alpha Co Lunch" on the subject line)
Rick Rosenau -- Whites Creek TN USA -- 06/03/2011
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3997. Very thankful to have known Guye Benson. He's one of my Heroes. I got to know him when we were in college together in the early sixties.
Jack Palmer -- Mesquite TX USA -- 05/31/2011
3996. Remembering my brother Robert Shook KIA Aug 2-69- and all the ones that have given the supreme sacriface- they are the reason we have and are what we are today- God Bless those to gave all and the one who are serving still today
Fred -- Adel GA USA -- 05/30/2011
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3995. I was in the weapons platoon of Co. A 1/35th from 65 thru 66. I was an ammo bearer on the 3rd squad gun and took part in the battle of LZ 10 Alfa.
Norman Gustafson -- Warwick RI USA -- 05/30/2011
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3994. On this date 44 years ago at approximately 0230 my platoon was surrounded and attacked by a large enemy force at the foot of a mountain northwest of Duc Pho in Quang Nai Province. We suffered three KIAs including my CO, Ralph Walker and, many wounded. We weren't expected to make it out. I was with 3rd Plt B 2/35 as an RTO. This morning is still very much alive in my mind and have since learned that the three day battle has been named the Battle of Tan Phong. My platoon sergeant was Sgt. Wilson. Sarge, if you're out there, I would like to hear from you.
Mike Grijalva -- El Paso TX USA -- 05/30/2011
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3993. My dear friends. It isn't just today I honor you. Everyday is Memorial Day to me. You are so special to me. You have taught me that soldiers are the: funniest, sincerest, smartest, gentlest, yet strongest people I know. If I'm ever in danger, I want you all by my side. I love you all my dear friends and can't wait to see you all in San Antonio! Laurie Thode
Laurie Thode -- USA -- 05/30/2011
3992. Thank you to all our fallen soldiers for their dedication and sacrifice. Today, I remember my father, Capt. Ralph B. Walker,II B 2/35 5-29-67 And thank you to the Cacti 35th for all they do to keep our soldiers remembered. One last thank you, for the scholarship you awarded my son, Joseph Ryan. He had a very successful freshman year at East Carolina Univ.- 4.0 both semesters. Peace to you all.
Christine Polli -- Cary NC USA -- 05/29/2011
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3991. Memorial Day is upon us and we remember those who paid the highest sacrifice. For us who fought along side we never had a chance to mourn. For the families who lost there loved ones they wondered why. We shall never forget our comrades. Rest in peace Brothers Gone but never forgotten. John Morgan HHC/D Co 2/35 7/67-9/68
John Morgan -- Weimar CA USA -- 05/28/2011
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3990. D 1/35 4th Inf April 67 - April 68 To all the Cacti brothers & all who served our great country. Thank You for your service. Have a Great Memorial Day. Welcome Home Richard
Richard Stevens -- Coucil Bluffs IA USA -- 05/28/2011
Email -- http://www.vn6768@cox.net
3989. I am looking for someone that can give a fellow CACTI a ride to and from the reunion in San Antinio this July. His name is Orvil Keese. B- 2/35th, 1969-1970. He has never been to a reunion. He lives East of Amarillo, Tx. In the small town of Alanreed, Tx. It has taken years to locate him and it would be great to have him attend the reunion. Please email me if you can help make this happen.
Alan Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 05/27/2011
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3988. A Sgt. Mitchell was shot in the Rear in 1966 while with Cacti Green on one of the Operation Paul Reveres... He was a Buck Sergeant and had been with us at Schofield . ANY one remember.
R. Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 05/27/2011
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3987. Remembering Sp4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/12/67 and to all those who survived that awful day - Thank you and God Bless you.
A Friend -- USA -- 05/27/2011
3986. sp4 Micheal Murphy and sp4 Nick Vrooman paid the ultimate sacrafice 5/24/70 . They belonged to C 1/14th. Both from San Diego as I am. They will never be forgotten.
John W Corning -- Oceanside CA USA -- 05/24/2011
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3985. A/1/35..Robert L Murphy paid the ultimate sacrifice in this date, May 22,1967..Friends for only three months but memories for a lifetime..
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 05/22/2011
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3984. On this day, 20 MAY 67, my oldest brother, Joseph Ledesma, Jr., C/2-35, was killed in the Battle of Vihn Hien. He was 20 years old. Also killed were Roland Rush and Gary Killian, C/2-35. Joey, we love you and miss you. You have never, and will never be forgotten.
David Ledesma -- San Jose CA USA -- 05/20/2011
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3983. 44 Years Dad, It went by so fast. Sure wish you could of seen us grow up... Love you always.Mike and the girls In Loving Memory of Everette E Johnson Jr KIA 5/19/1967 A 1/35th And thanks to all of you Cacti that have befriended me through the years, you are a great bunch of guys, I am sure my dad is proud of you because I sure am!
Michael Johnson -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 05/19/2011
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3982. May 19, 1967.. A/1/35th.. LT Everette E. Johnson, PFC Kenyon E. Bean and PFC Walter Geiger all paid the ultimate sacrifice with their lives on this date..Gone but certainly never to be forgotten..
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 05/19/2011
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3981. Thanks for the kind words Tiny, but the truth is that it was recon that came in re-eforced Delta & saved our butts that day & that was only one of many times that Recon helped the rifle CO's. Dick Winn
Charles R Winn -- Goodyear AZ USA -- 05/18/2011
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3980. 42 years ago today was a day of sadness, and bravery for the men of D 2/35th. 5 KIA's and over 20 men WIA. If not for the bravery of 1st LT Charles "Dick" Winn the numbers would have been much higher. A personal account of this day can be found in the war stories section titled May 18th 1969.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 05/17/2011
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3979. Re: Gregory Randolph Johnson - In 2005 I found some documents related to Gregory with my late aunt's estate in Denver. I believe Gregory was related to her distantly by marriage. Even though I didn't know him, I was reluctant to discard the items. Gregory died the year I graduated from high school. Does anyone know about him? I heard an account of his death from a fellow soldier but nothing about his surviving family or about him personally. I could not locate anyone through the paperwork or online. Can anyone help? Recently I visited the traveling wall here in southern California and found his name.
Elizabeth -- Orange County CA USA -- 05/16/2011
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3978. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in San Antonio July 28 to 31, 2011, Bravo 2/35 will meet again for their 11th annual luncheon. This time we will be at The Original Blanco Cafe right around the corner from the hotel. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a Tex Mex luncheon and then conduct our business. Order one of these choices at the table: FAJITA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas, Beef or Chicken Fajitas, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CRISPY SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Crispy Beef or Chicken Taco, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CHALUPA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Regular Chalupa, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas. Coffee, Tea, or Soft Drink for $12.50 tax and tip included. Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 22th. Rumor has it that Alpha 2/35 is trying to donate more to the Cacti Monument Fund than any other company. It cannot happen...if you plan to donate soon, please bring your check made out to 35th Infantry Regiment Association. Remember, your contributions are Tax Deductable. The 35th Infantry Regiment Association is a tax exempt 501(c)19 organization. See you soon!!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 05/13/2011
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3977. My condolences go out to the family of Sgt White. We have truly lost another of Americas Heroes. When young men go into battle they know not what dangers and treacheries await them in the course of their mission yet they go undaunted by fear, rather they display the utmost courage and they continue forward without fear or doubt. This is what heroes are made of and Sgt White has now joined a long list of former Cacti heroes who have gone before him. May he rest in peace and we will never forget him. May God bless his family and keep them safe. I would like to also remember all the men of Recon Platoon, HHC 1/35 Inf who gave their lives in battle in 1966 and 1967. Chuck Norris, former Recon Platoon Sgt HHc 1/35 Vietnam 1966
Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 05/11/2011
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3976. On Thursday and Friday May 12th and 13th a viewing and funeral service will be held for our young Cacti hero Kevin White of Westfield, NY. Kevin was killed in Afghanistan on May 2 while serving with D Co 2/35th. The viewing will be held at the First Baptist Church of Westfield 9 Kent St. Westfield at 2-5 and 7-9PM on Thursday and the funeral will be at the church at 11 AM on Friday. Mike Slyck and myself will be in attendance. If any Cacti from Western NY, Northwest PA, or Eastern Ohio wish to join us there we would welcome your presence to help honor our young brother Cacti. -- Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 05/10/2011
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3975. From the "Army Times", SGT Kevin W. White of Westfield NY died May 2 in Kunar Province Afganisthan of wounds suffered when insurgents attacked his unit with IED. He was assignrd to the 2nd BN 35th Inf. Reg, 3rd BCT 25th INf Div.
Charles H Beauchamp -- Salem OR USA -- 05/10/2011
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3974. Each year, the New Jersey Veterans' Memorial Foundation holds a Remembrance Day ceremony on May 7. Sp. 4 James Perrone, a Cacti who died during the action of March 12, 1967 was awarded the NJ Distinguished Service medal, the Foundation's highest recognition. The NJ Memorial is one of the best in the country and has a Museum and Educational Center adjacent to it. It's located on the Garden State Parkway next to the Garden State Arts Center and well worth the trip.
Glenn Perrone -- New York NY USA -- 05/09/2011
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3973. I visited the Wall today to remember and honor our old friend Dick Matheis. Dick died in Cambodia on May 8th 1970. He was one day past his 20th birthday. My thoughts and prayers are with Dick and his whole family back in Adams/Johnsburg, MN. Wonderful people all. I am also thinking of all of my 1st platoon Bravo buddies for whom May 8th has been (and always will be) a date that is forever in our minds. God Bless you Dick. God Bless you Matheis Family. God Bless all my old budies who share this day with me.- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 05/07/2011
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3972. Just wanted to pay tribute to my buddy Richard Alan Matheis. May 8th he passed through the portals of death during the Cambodian Invasion 1970. Our memories of you will never diminish. You are a great friend. The Matheis family has been great to me. I was told by Dick's father Joe, he said one day, "haven't you figured it out yet? you are part of the family" What an honor!!! I have been close to the family for many years and they are great!!!Ole
Alan Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 05/06/2011
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3971. ....on your feet cacti....my name is Larry Frias Jr and Im running for the office of Legal Advisor at this years reunion in San Antonio...I just want to give my effort and help to this proud Association, just as I did when I volunteered for the US Army in 1972 and found myself in the 35th Inf in 1973....please vote for me as I know that I can a difference....we need to keep pace with technology and the law...please help me to help the Cacti Oscar Mike...thank you everyone for your support and your servive...Larry Frias Jr...
Lorenzo (Larry) Frias Jr -- El Paso TX USA -- 05/04/2011
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3970. Looking for members of Toc CP, 2/35, 1965/66 especially SFC Kelly, SSG Chemlik, and SSF Donald Hollis. Someone is trying to contact you.
Don Duncan -- Lakewood WA USA -- 05/03/2011
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3969. I am sad to report that the Cacti have had their first casualties, one KIA and two WIAs. Please keep the family of CPL Kevin White, D 2-35, in your thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. PFCs Richard Heinrichs and Kyle Foster were also injured in the IED attack. Foster sustained a broken ankle, fracture wounds and possible concussion/head injury. Heinrichs sustained a possible concussion/head injury. I will post additional information as it becomes available. John Lorts/Active Unit Liaison.
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 05/03/2011
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3968. Hey Mike Slyck,Facebook will not show the video you sent me. It says that too many members found it offensive and so they blocked it. So much for freedom of speech on the site that uses your name to send messages without your permission or approval. I would like to see the video, lease send it to pwoconnorus@yahoo.com Thanks, Pat
Patrick O'Connor -- Southington OH USA -- 05/03/2011
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3967. Greeting fellow catti; To all who serviced present and passed living and dead it is an honor to be a part of a group that is a visible example of patriotism I am thankful to all veterans and their families for their devotion and service. you will not be forgotten. DOC FIELDS.
william (Doc) fields or doc feelgood -- Tyler TX USA -- 04/29/2011
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3966. Names: In 1952,53,54,in Korea Burbon W. Dawkins, Sgt. George E. Fitzwater, "Doc" Dimick, and George Callahan were guys I really cared about. Anybody know where any of these guys of Company C. 35th Inf. Reg. 25th Div. may be now???? If so, whatever their status I would sure like to know. Bless every guy that's ever been there.
Thomas C. Smith -- North Port FL USA -- 04/29/2011
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3965. Contacted Marshall Jackson in reference to Jesus M Pena to inform him the Jesus or "Jesse" as I knew him most of my time with him, has passed from cancer. I knew that he had tried to contact someone as to an upcoming renuion recently. Mr. Jackson was very helpful and informative and I regretted to have to tell him about Jesus. I am also a "NAM" vet and miss the many.Thank You for helping keep them all in our hearts.
Vincent L. Villasenor -- Houston TX USA -- 04/28/2011
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3964. My father was in Co D 35th Inf. A photo of him in uniform shows the cacti on his lapels and a 25th Division patch on his shoulder. He was in the Philipine Islands in 1945 until 1946. His name was Stanley F Sroka
Terry Sroka -- Reading PA USA -- 04/28/2011
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3963. I will be having surgery for colon cancer May 2 at Birmingham Alabama VA hosp. I welcome your prayers and good wishes. thank you
Jerry Humphrey -- Gadsden AL USA -- 04/25/2011
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3962. I am looking forward to attending the reunion in July. I have been out of the loop with the association but I intend to become more active.
Erle Gooding
Company D 2/35th 67-68
Erle Gooding -- Houston TX USA -- 04/25/2011
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3961. A gripping personal account of the Cacti battle of May 12th 1967 has been added to our war stories section from Curtis Gay A 2/35th 1966-67. 1st LT Stephen Karopczyz was awarded the MOH for his actions that day, with Daniel Mendez and Wendell Meade receiving DSC's. It is an excerpt from "One More Sunrise" a book by Curtis Gay
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 04/24/2011
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3960. Each issue of "Cacti Times" that is mailed tends to return to me sad news. The current issue is no exception. I regret to report that Richard G. Miller, B Co. 1/35, 1960-62 died Dec. 23, 2010, and Samuel W. Gabbert, A/HHC 2/35, 1966-67, passed away June 29, 2010. Both were Life members of the Association.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 04/23/2011
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3959. I never knew my uncle. My parents never talked about him. I think it was in Texas that they were all together before he headed to Korea.
Thanks. Francisco Candia
Francisco Candia -- Tempe AZ USA -- 04/21/2011
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3958. As the 13th annual reunion is coming up, I thought I would write another poem for the 35th.Regiment, written on 9 February 2011. hope you all enjoy this one.
THE 35TH'S 13TH REUNION
We'll be meeting in San Antonio for the 13th reunion of the Regiment's present and past, The reunion's planned for late July, where we'll gather in the Alamo City and have a blast.
It's going to be a gathering of friends and 35th members from 46 years ago and to this date, As we meet again there will be reminiscing and the many war stories will be up for debate.
During our reunion we are asking the 35th's Iraq and Afghan Vets to come to our ball, Knowing that our present members and friends will gladly welcome them one and all.
As we've done for each reunion, we will pay tribute to our comrades whom we've laid to rest, We will remember them as our lost brothers-in-arms and state that they were the very best.
So once again we will say goodbye and proudly watch as our colors are retired for another year, Then we'll be planning our next reunion where once again we'll be traveling from far and near.
Wayne D. Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 04/21/2011
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3957. Dues are Due. If you are an annual member and have not already done so for 2011, it is time to renew your membership. Please do this now while you are thinking about it. We need your support in order to carry on the many projects that make this a great organization. Just go to the membership page of the website and print out a membership form and get it in the mail today. Without your support, we are nothing. Scholarship Fund: Over the past couple of years tax deductible contributions to this fund have been lagging. In these weak financial times the children and grandchildren of our Cacti Brothers need help more than ever. This fund depends entirely on your generosity. If you are renewing your Annual Membership please check off the box for Donation to the Scholarship Fund and give whatever you can. It is important to keep this fund solvent so that we can continue to provide this valuable program. Cacti Monument Fund: As most of you know we are attempting to construct a monument at the Infantry Museum grounds at Ft. Benning. We are nearing the halfway point for this fund and we can only reach our goal to build this memorial to Ourselves if you support us. If you are renewing your Annual Membership and can help us out, please check the box for the Cacti Monument and contribute (also tax deductible) what you can. For our Life Members, we certainly hope that we can count on you for support of these two important projects. Please take the time to write out a check in support of either or both and mail to Bill Henson: Secretary, 35th Infantry Regiment Association; 3680 Chrisfield Dr., Rocky River, OH 44116-3637.
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 04/20/2011
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3956. The Cacti is on the ground and operating out of FOB Joyce, which is just south of Asadabad, Afghanistan. The Battalion will be spread across four different Forward Operating Bases from southern Kunar Province and up north into the Pech River Valley.
(Google searches) Asadabad or Asad Abad is a city of Afghanistan, the capital of Kunar Province. It is located at the confluence of the Pech River and Kunar River. Asadabad is located 114 miles from the capital of Kabul, and has a remarkably dangerous terrain of plummeting, steep valleys and sharp mountain peaks that rise 14,000 feet into the sky. Nawa Pass that lies east of Asadabad is the next major border crossing point North of the Khyber Pass for the region. A map of the area can be found at the following link: http://www.globalsecurity.org/military/world/afghanistan/images/asadabad-map-156.jpg -
A photo of an outpost near Asadabad can be found at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Afghan_National_Army_Soldier_Monitors_Outpost_in_Konar_Province.jpg - For members who wish to send "care packages" or greetings, contact me for more information.
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 04/19/2011
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3955. Looking for Bob Miller, C company 67-68. Bob retired from the Forest Service, last heard to be in Montana, and was working as a wildfire contractor. Bob came to a reunion, I believe Las Vegas years back. Just wondering where he is, and why we no longer hear from him.
Dan LaRoche -- East Wenatchee WA USA -- 04/18/2011
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3954. Please let me know if you served with Daniel Flores Perez Jr. from Mathis Texas 35 infantry Regiment Vietnam KIA March 12 67. Vee perez Acuna
Venilde Acuna -- Corpus Christi TX USA -- 04/18/2011
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3953. Just finished reading Curtis Gay's new book "One More Sunrise -- Memoir of a Combat Infantryman in Viet Nam". Very interesting read and I recommend it to all Cacti. I have read a few other Cacti books over the past few years and enjoy each of these and as Cacti I'm sure that you would to. Included are: "The Green Monster" by Leigh Thomas; "From Halos to Foxholes" by Ralph Leebert; "A Grunt Speaks" by Ray Gleason; and "Escape from North Korea.." by Paul Petredis. I wouldn't be surprised if there are more of these Cacti books out there and if there are I sure would want to know of them. I believe that all of these can be found through places like Amazon.com or if not there by searching the internet.--Happy reading. -- Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 04/18/2011
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3952. I am going on the run for the wall again this year (centrol route). If anyone is going let me know or e-mail me if you want me to put you on my daily updates and photos list that I send out while on the trip. I will be attending the reuion again this year. See you there. Cacti Ron
Ronald D Ray -- Sacramento CA USA -- 04/17/2011
Email -- http://cactiron@mac.com
3951. The 50th anniversary of the Bay of Pigs Invasion will be celebrated on April 17th. Congress has saluted the veterans of Brigade 2506 to include a resolution put into the Senate record with remarks from the floor: "the men who fought couragously that day came from many backgrounds, but all cared for the freedom and liberty of Cuba." One of these brave men was Luis Barcena who was offered training in 1963 at Ft Benning GA and was commisioned as an officer in the US Army. Today, we also salute our Cacti brother who we knew as Captain Luis Barcena, Co A 2/35 who fought so couragously again in 1967 in Vietnam.
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 04/14/2011
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3950. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in San Antonio July 28 to 31, 2011, Bravo 2/35 will meet again for their 11th annual luncheon. This time we will be at The Original Blanco Cafe right around the corner from the hotel. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a Tex Mex luncheon and then conduct our business. Order one of these choices at the table: FAJITA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas, Beef or Chicken Fajitas, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CRISPY SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Crispy Beef or Chicken Taco, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CHALUPA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Regular Chalupa, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas. Coffee, Tea, or Soft Drink for $12.50 tax and tip included. Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 22th. Rumor has it that Alpha 2/35 is trying to donate more to the Cacti Monument Fund than any other company. It cannot happen...if you plan to donate soon, please bring your check made out to 35th Infantry Regiment Association. Remember, your contributions are Tax Deductable. The 35th Infantry Regiment Association is a tax exempt 501(c)19 organization. See you soon!!
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 04/13/2011
Email -- http://B 2/35 68 - 69
3949. I have published a memoir about my experiences as a member of A/2/35 during 1966-1967. Titled -One More Sunrise--Memoir of a Combet Infantryman in Viet Nam, it is available on Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble.com, or from the publisher, AuthorHouse,in paperback, hardcover, or electronic versions. Association members can get signed copies directly from me if you wish. I strongly encourage everybody to tell their story.It is not only very healing but it helps others understand why we didn't return as the same person who left them so many years ago.
Curtis Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 04/11/2011
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3948. I am looking for any information on my Brother-in-law James Michael Morgan SP4 US Army Americal Divison. He was wounded real bad in Viet Nam. He passed away a few years back but he never recovered from the injuries from being shot in Viet Nam.I am trying to put together a memorial for him. I belive he needs to be honored for the sacrifice he made in viet Nam. It maybe to late for him but his daughter would love it. Thanks to anyone who can help.
Ronnie Houston -- Sparta IL USA -- 04/09/2011
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3947. Praying for a safe tour of duty for our Cacti brothers and sisters deploying to Afghanistan (again)
Curtis P Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 04/09/2011
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3946. We are in contact with the then-fiance of Eugene Naylor, KIA 10/22/1967 with the 1/35th Recon Platoon. She has never heard the details of that day. Anyone willing to commo with her, please let me know. Thanks guys!
Dick
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 04/08/2011
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3945. Take a moment today, to remember those Brothers and Sisters in Arms who remain in Harm's way today in 4 corners of the Globe. God Bless Them ALL...
Roger Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 04/07/2011
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3944. On April 5th 1968, We lost a brother. George Edden. He was a hero to us. He sacraficed himself for freedom. He died in a place called LZ Mile High in Vietnam. You will never be forgotten. Rest in Peace my brother.
David Warburton -- East Helena MT USA -- 04/04/2011
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3943. On April 3, 1968 we remember our four brothers, KIA, from "D" Co. 2/35th It was a day from HELL You are always in my thoughts. Gone but never forgotten.
John Morgan
HHC/D co-- 2/35
7/67-9/68
John Morgan -- Weimar ca USA -- 04/02/2011
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3942. I am searching for a Robert E. Young. He was assigned to Company A, 2nd Battalion 35th. Its been over 40 years and I saw his name in our Guestbook ,I could not reach him by the E-mail given. We both made it home from Vietnam. His address is listed in Magnolia Tx. If you know of him, please respond to my e-mail address
James H. Fortune Jr. -- Houston TX USA -- 03/29/2011
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3941. Haven't been on here for awhile. Hope everyone is well fron my brothers troops. Been recovering from thyroid surgery and due for another. May our soldiers all come home soon. Love to u all and may God be watching your backs.
Mary Wyant Fast -- Moline IL USA -- 03/27/2011
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3940. Since no one knows, if there will a golf tour., at this reunion, I would like to invite anyone of you to play a round of golf with me and some of my friends, if you like to play, let me know and it will happen...we have many golf courses from cheap ones to very expensive ones, you pick and will go there and play.....
Pancho -- San Antonio TX USA -- 03/26/2011
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3939. Lottie Dennis, daughter of William H. Adamick, Dog Co., 1/35, 1942-44, informs us that her father passed away March 9, 2011 at age 91. We salute William, and send our condolences to his family.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 03/25/2011
Email -- http://www.Cact35th.org
3938. This morning John Lorts and I distributed 359 electronic copies of the Spring 2011 "Cacti Times" issue. If you signed up for the email version and didn't receive a copy, let me know. First, however, check your spam file in case the issue was diverted; blast emails occasionally get the spam treatment.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 03/25/2011
Email -- http://www.Cact35th.org
3937. 1st, does anyone know where the annual reunion golf tour will be held at....
2nd, who is the POC in San Antonio for the reunion....
3rd, just a reminder that I plan on having something very special at my home for Recon Brothers....
Pancho -- San Antonio TX USA -- 03/25/2011
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3936. Henry L. Aderholt was wounded on 14 Feb 1970 in Vietnam. He died of those wounds on 12 Dec 1972. His name will be added to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in May 2011. He was my hero and I will forever love and miss him. His wife.
Judith Woodall -- Birmingham AL USA -- 03/24/2011
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3935. Guys, if you are flying to San Antonio for the July re-union, make your flight reservations ASAP. I noticed that the fare for me went almost doubled since I checked it in January. Fortunately I had enough air miles to use. Don't hesitate, with the fuel prices increasing, it will just get higher! See you in July.
Dan LaRoche C-/35th 67-68
Dan LaRoche -- East Wenatchee WA USA -- 03/23/2011
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3934. Call for Nominations:
It's that time of the year when we begin to look in earnest for individuals willing to take on the task of managing this organization for the benefit of our members. There is a Board of Directors comprised of a President, Vice Presidents, a Secretary, Treasurer, Sgt-at-Arms, and 3 past presidents. Along with several appointed positions, your Board works diligently to make this the absolute best association it can be.
As dictated by our constitution the term of office for each of our elected officers is two years. We last held elections in July of 2009; so, the term for our current board will expire this July at the reunion. To that end we, the Nominating Committee, have been asked to prepare a slate of candidates for your consideration.
We're looking for any member in good standing who wants to participate in administering to the needs of Cacti membership. If you want to make a mark on the organization; know you can do one of the jobs better than the incumbent; want to change the direction the association is headed in; or, want to have a voice in the management of this organization - put your name forward as a nominee this July.
The process is fairly simple, send an email to any of the Nominating Committee indicating you want to run. Let us know which of the offices you're interested in (See the Association tab on the web site for a listing and description of each job.) and send along your reasons for wanting to run. We'll contact you in return, and let you know what's next.
All we ask is you think it over, and let us know if you're interested.
Thanks,
2009/2011 Nominating Committee:
Mike Slyck, B 2/35 1969 - 70 Bravo16India@Rochester.RR.Com
Rick Strawn, A 2/35 1968 - 69
strawn66@gmail.com
Bill Wilds, A 1/35 1968 - 69
wrdrwilds@aol.com
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 03/22/2011
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3933. A reminder (From President Jim Anderson) that Annual Membership Dues are due by April 1st. The first part of February we sent out reminder notices to our Annual Members. So far the response has been very good indeed with 225 renewing membership for 2011. And even better news! 45 of the memberships were from 35th Infantry Regiment vets who were not members in 2010.
But there are still a number of you out there who have not yet sent in your 2011 dues. Your $15 for an "electronic" Times membership or $25 for a "mailed" Times membership help support not only the publication of our tri-annual Cacti Times but also support our other programs. Through you, we remain a strong and active Infantry Association. Keep our success going by mailing your membership today. And do not forget to update your address or Email address. Just as there is an old buddy out there you are looking for, there is an old buddy looking for you. Please remember to send in your dues today.
Jim "Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/21/2011
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3932. Just an old Vietnam-era Army veteran who happened upon the 35th's website and wanted to say thanks and wish the best to all the men who wrote some of the wonderful, amazing stories and those who were with and supported them. You and your efforts are not forgotten, your fallen and missing are not forgotten, and I pray for each of you and your loved ones in the struggles of life that go on all around us. May we always have such dedicated, brave men in our midst who will do what needs to be done, without hesitation, without excuses, and without fear of the consequences. May God bless you each one!
Donnie Davison -- East Falmouth MA USA -- 03/20/2011
Email -- http://www.poundkey.biz
3931. A HUGE thank you to Roger Stevens (A-2-35 69-70) and Tom Mahon (B-2-35 69-70) for sharing Florida with three frozen infantry vets from up North, this past week. Enjoyed every moment of this little Standown (except the spanking at poker, ooohh) Warm friends, good food and cold beverages soothe the savage grunt. Thank You, Tom & Roger! Rick Strawn A co 2/35 (68-69)
Rick Strawn -- Salem OR USA -- 03/19/2011
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3930. Cacti gentlemen and Cacti families: Please, if you once served with us or you lost someone who did, or you are just a Cacti who is lost; contact the 35th Inf Regt. Assocation today. I have met hundreds of Cacti since 2000 who are now my fast friends. These great men are in service to one another all over the country; just follow these pages and witness the giving spirit of your Cacti brothers, toward the families survivors, infirmed shut-in, recently departed and active Cacti. You have already claimed right to belong in combat, don't sit watching any longer, we miss you! Bless you all, Rick Strawn A Co 2/35 (68-69)
Rick Strawn -- Salem OR USA -- 03/18/2011
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3929. I was assigned to M Company, 3rd Battalion stationed on the shore of Lake Biwa near Otsu, Japan December 1946 to December 1947 in the US Occupation Forces. The 1st and 2nd Battallions were stationed in an old Japaneese Army compound in the town of Otsu.
The former members of the regiment had had enough points to be shipped back to the U S.
Byron E White -- Arlington TX USA -- 03/18/2011
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3928. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in San Antonio July 28 to 31, 2011, Bravo 2/35 will meet again for their 11th annual luncheon. This time we will be at The Original Blanco Cafe right around the corner from the hotel. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a Tex Mex luncheon and then conduct our business. Order one of these choices at the table: FAJITA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas, Beef or Chicken Fajitas, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CRISPY SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Crispy Beef or Chicken Taco, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CHALUPA SPECIAL 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Regular Chalupa, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas. Coffee, Tea, or Soft Drink for $12.50 tax and tip included. Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 22th. Rumor has it that Alpha 2/35 is trying to donate more to the Cacti Monument Fund than any other company. It cannot happen...if you plan to donate soon, please bring your check made out to 35th Infantry Regiment Association. Remember, your contributions are Tax Deductable. The 35th Infantry Regiment Association is a tax exempt 501(c)19 organization. See you soon!!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 03/16/2011
Email -- http://B 2/35 68 - 69
3927. In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in San Antonio July 28 – 31, 2011, Bravo 2/35 will meet again for their 11th annual luncheon. This time we will be at The Original Blanco Cafe right around the corner from the hotel. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a Tex-Mex luncheon and then conduct our business. Order one of these choices at the table: FAJITA SPECIAL - 2 Cheese Enchiladas, Beef or Chicken Fajitas, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CRISPY SPECIAL – 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Crispy Beef or Chicken Taco, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas; CHALUPA SPECIAL – 2 Cheese Enchiladas with a Regular Chalupa, Rice, Beans and 2 Tortillas. Coffee, Tea, or Soft Drink for $12.50 tax/tip included. Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 22th. Rumor has it that Alpha 2/35 is trying to donate more to the Cacti Monument Fund than any other company. It cannot happen...if you plan to donate soon, please bring your check made out to 35th Infantry Regiment Association. Remember, your contributions are Tax Deductable. The 35th Infantry Regiment Association is a tax exempt 501(c)19 organization. See you soon!!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 03/16/2011
Email -- http://B 2/35 68 - 69
3926. I am looking for someone(s) in the Detroit area to visit 3 Cacti gravesites in 3 different cemeteries in order to take photo's of the headstone for our Memorial Page documentation project for each of these heroes. The cemeteries are the Evergreen Cemetery on the north side of Detroit (KIA George Trueluck); Cadillac Memorial Gardens West in Westland, MI (a suburb on the west side of Detroit. KIA Larry Comis); and Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens in Novi, MI (Northwest suburb of Detroi KIA John Penman). If anyonhe can visit these cemeteries and take the needed photo's please contact me at the e-mail address below. Thanks Doc Hall
Jim "Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/16/2011
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3925. Gentlemen we have been given a great piece of History on the Cacti in WW2 by Mr. Frank Marks. Be sure and give it a read it's posted in War Stories titled "Getting Ready Destination Unknown"
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- USA -- 03/11/2011
3924. Offering special memories of Sp4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/12/67. How does so long ago seem like yesterday. God bless all that served.
A Friend -- USA -- 03/11/2011
3923. Are there any other Cacti Alum, who graduated from Ma Benning's School for Boys(INF OCS) Class 508-68?
Roger A. Ellis( DOC) -- Trinity FL USA -- 03/11/2011
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3922. Inquiry about John O' Brien. What we are talking about was 41 years ago so it may not be the same guy. I remember a guy but I don't remember if his first name was John. When we returned from Cambodia these was a horriffic accident invoving a Chinoock and a deuce and 1/2. One of the guys hurt in that accident was an O'Brien.
Sonny Cortese -- PA USA -- 03/10/2011
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3921. Greetings mates. There was a mate that went by the name 'OB' (query John O'Brien?) that I recall from Bravo Company 1969-1970. I cannot recall if he was with the second platoon, but was a 11B. I ran into 'OB' and Dennis Davis B 2/35 at in-processing at Fort Knox, Kentucky in October 1970, my duty station after VietNam. I saw neither on post after in-processing. I am recall that 'OB' might have been injured on duty whilst in VietNam and made an early exit from overseas duty? Respectfully. John Linn
B 2/35 1969-1970.
John Linn -- Sydney Austrailia -- 03/09/2011
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3920. Looking for anyone who served with John O'Brien. B/CO 2nd Platoon. OCT 69 - May 70
Billy R. Byrd -- Frankfort IN USA -- 03/08/2011
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3919. Doc Hall, I have read the story about Roger Fulkerson written by Michael Kurtis in the past but I went back and read it again. What a heart warming story! Michael should be a writer.
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 03/08/2011
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3918. On this day in 1970 Platoon Leader Lt. John Penman paid the ultimate price for his country and his men in that God awful place called Vietnam. May he Rest in Eternal Peace.
Sonny Cortese -- PA USA -- 03/08/2011
3917. I've recently gotten in contact with the son of one of our KIA hero's. The son was only 6 months old when his father died and naturally wants to know what he can learn about his father. I didn't know his father personally so I researched for what I could learn of him through our web site and all it's resources and it is incredible what resources we have on our website. In searching for information I searched for who else from the same company was KIA with his father that day. One of the 4 men killed that day for C Co 2/35th was Roger Fulkerson. I stopped to read his story and the memorial left for him on his memorial page by his friend Michael Kurtgis. What an amazing story it was too and what an amazing piece of writing by Michael. I recommend that all go to Roger Fulkerson's memorial page and read this. Guys we have thousands of stories and historical bits on our web site. We all should be proud of what we have created and proud of all of those who took part in that creation. Roger's story is ultimately one of a child finding the father that she never knew. Michael Kurtgis' story is one of being able to serve and repay a debt to the memory of an old friend. Someone out there can do the same for their old friend Sammy Burrola through his son Sammy. If you knew Sammy and are willing to share some memories with the son who never knew him please contact me. You can really serve the memory of an old friend. For the rest of us, read Roger's story. You will come away with an understanding of what we all are really all about. Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/07/2011
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3916. I SERVED WTIH 35TH REGIMENT, FOX COMPANY KOREAN WAR.
I AM LOOKING FOR GUYS I SERVED WITH.
CPL. THOMAS J. JENSEN -- Linn MO USA -- 03/06/2011
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3915. Regarding the statements made about the training recieved by the medics. I retired from the fire service after 31 years, many of which were as a EMT. I think that the work done and the aid given by the medics was outstanding. Many lives were saved because of our medics. I would like to thank Doc Eisenhower C 1/35. Doc you saved my life.
Jack Whitener -- Bethel Island CA USA -- 03/05/2011
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3914. Company Commander A 2/351969-70. Platoon leaders: White, Marshall, Johnson. First Sgt. Chandler. Bn. Co. Harrison.
Jerry S. Clark -- Broken Arrow OK USA -- 03/05/2011
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3913. Cacti brothers, I just found out that one more of our brothers has passed on. February 19, 2011, Robert "Curby", "Pud" Phelps passed away. Pud was with Delta 1/35th during 1968-69. I last saw him about 5 years ago. I did many searches on the internet these past years but never located him. I salute him and may he rest in peace. "Doc" Olea
Forrest Joe "Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 03/04/2011
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3912. Hey brothers, I would like to comment on the entries by Doc Rose and Doc DeRosa. I agree that the training we received was subpar for the duty we performed. I also know that there is no way you can prepare someone for the reality of a firefight. All simulated types of training does some good, but let's face it only trial by fire makes you a combat medic. All brothers in arms, know that you did the the absolute best job you could under the circumstances. I have talked to a few modern day corpsmen and they receive a more realistic training than we did. So, why not look at it that maybe what we brought home was passed on and now days training is better because of us. Be well and welcome home brothers. "Doc Olea "C"-"D" 1/35 68-69
Forrest Joe "Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 03/04/2011
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3911. 1st Battle Group, 35th Infantry, Company D The Cacti.
Hawaii, 1957.
WILLIAM E EBERHART fell from a Quad B on 19 Nov 57 and died.
If you remember this or where there, please contact me.
Thank you!
Steve Eberhart -- Dallas TX USA -- 03/03/2011
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3910. I have recently been in contact with Sammy Burrola the son of our KIA hero Sammy Burrola Jr C Co. 2/35th KIA 9/25/68. The younger Sammy was only 6 months old when his Father was killed in Vietnam. He would very much like to hear from any Cacti who knew and remember his Father who could tell him anything about what his Father was like or who may have pictures of his Father.If anyone out there can help out Sammy please contact me at the e-mail below and I will put you in touch.-- Thanks--Doc Hal
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/03/2011
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3909. I can't speak to the AIT training of medics, but whatever you guys were taught or learned in the field produced some very remarkable men. There are Cacti I served with who are alive today because of you fellows.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 03/02/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
3908. This is in responce to Gary Doc Rose comments #3906 about Medic training in AIT. Gary you are 100% on target. If I said that one time 1 said it 100 times that we didn't get the complete combat training we needed. They should have told us we where going to Nam and trained us for that not working in a hospital or making beds.
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 03/02/2011
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3907. This is reference to Frankie Gene Willard. Me and my brothers would like to let you all know that he passed away Monday Febuary 21st at 0700. He had this card in his wallet I didn't know who to contact but I know my dad believed in what he did in Vietnam AND ALL hIS FELLOW SOLDIERS AND FALLEN HEROS HE BELIEVED AND GAVE TO THE GREAT USA AS LONG AS HE LIVED AND I KNOW HE IS FLYING OUR COLORS HIGH IN HEAVEN I KNOW HE TALKED TO A FEW OF YOU THRU THE YEARS AND HE WOULD WANT YOU TO KNOW HE LOVED ALL HIS BROTHERS THAT SERVED NEXT TO HIM AND BEFORE HIM AND IN FUTURE AS I WRITE THIS I WOULD LIKE YOU TO KNOW HOW MUCH OUR FAMILY RESPECTS AND THANKS ALL OF YOU FOR YOUR SELFLESS ACTS OF BRAVORY. THANKS JUDY, MIKE, AND JOHN WILLARD
Judy Carr/Willard -- Wichita KS USA -- 03/01/2011
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3906. Looking foward to the San Antonio reunion. This is where I trained at FT. Sam Houston in 1967 as a 91B10 Medic. I dont know how the other medics felt but I wish the army had given us more field training than hospital training in how to make bed corners or give bed baths !! It would have been great to know if we were going to VN and then spend our whole AIT learning more about saving our men in combat than careing for them in the hospital. Us field medics did the best we could with what training we had....Will be good to see everyone again at the reunion. God Bless...Gary Rose
Gary "Doc" Rose -- Asheville NC USA -- 03/01/2011
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3905. On 8 August 1984, a Police Officer was dispatched to the Columbus Cab Co in Fort Benning GA. On the floor lay 70-year-old Charles McGaha. He had been stabbed 46 times. In 1945, on an island in the Philippines, Master Sgt. Charles McGaha, G Company, 2nd Battalion, 35th Regiment “Cacti” earned the right to wear the Medal of Honor. McGaha retired from the Army in 1961. He ran a gas station, an insurance agency and the cab company. Although their numbers have dwindled, we should not forget those who served and fought in WWII. With respect to all current and former “Cacti” Soldiers.
Edward Farrar -- Chester VA USA -- 02/28/2011
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3904. Remembering Arthur W Herod on the 42nd Year since he made the unlimate sacrific in Vietnam...To all we bow our heads and remember proudly their sacrifices...And to all Veterans...THANK YOU...
Todd Rowley -- Wilmington NC USA -- 02/27/2011
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3903. I was googling my Uncle Gene (SGT Firman Eugene Pettus) and came upon you Website. Thank you for the honor in remembering him and all the others that did not make it back.
Robert E.(Gene)Young
Robert E. Young -- Magnolia TX USA -- 02/27/2011
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3902. On Feb 23, 1969 we lost my dad. PFC Daniel Ward Gleason, 2nd Bn, Charlie Co.
I think he'd be very proud of his grandsons.
There will come a day when I tell them about a grandpa they'll never know. There's no instruction manual on how to do that, or when. Our oldest is nearly 4 and the youngest is coming up on two. I was only 5 when my dad was killed - and while it's hard for me to be away for only a day or two, I can't imagine what my dad went thru.
I pray for his soul, for his guiding hand, that I will honor his life and that he'll never be forgotten.
God bless those of you who served, those who died and those who honor their memory.
Jim Gleason -- Mandan ND USA -- 02/22/2011
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3901. February 16, 1968 William Greenwell, Platoon Sergeant Fourth Platoon, Delta 1/35 was KIA by a mine. I think of him often and would like to hear from any relatives who may have stumbled onto this site. Rest in peace Bill as you are not forgotten.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 02/15/2011
Email -- http://www.vvsd.net
3900. Am trying to contact SP6 "Dave" Davis who was a PIO attached to B 1/35 in '66 or '67 in Vietnam. I have several photos of him when he was wounded outside a village whose name I don't remember. He was from Littleton, Colorado. In '98, I spent two days calling EVERY Davis in the Denver phone book trying to find him or a relative so I could get the photos to him - no luck. Anyone know his whereabouts? thanx. ct
Chuck Turner ('65 - '67) -- Coos Bay OR USA -- 02/14/2011
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3899. Dick Arnold has taken on another monumental task for our web site and he needs our help. The scope of the task is too big to explain here but I will post more in the next Cacti Times. For right now any of you who are in the needed area and have a camera can help. We need photo's of 7 of our Cacti KIA grave markers in the Golden Gate National Cemetery in San Bruno, CA; We also need photo's of 3 Cacti grave markers in the Ft. Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego; and we need photos of 2 of our Cacti grave markers in the Los Angeles National Cemetery. If you can help us by going there and photographing the grave markers in "any" of these cemeteries please contact me at my e-mail address below and I will get you the names and grave locations.
In addition, I'm not sure how many Actives may read these posts but we need photo's of 2 Cacti grave markers at the Punchbowl in Hawaii. Again if you can help please contact me at thee-mail below. -- Thanks Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 02/13/2011
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3898. Thought you guys might like this page.
http://thebrigade.com/2010/11/19/photos-from-the-field/
Solo -- Santa Rosa CA USA -- 02/13/2011
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3897. Hey Bravo 2/35th. Two great A Co 2/35th guys (Rick Strawn and Roger Stevens) have issued a challenge. We're not going to let them take the bragging rights are we? You've recently received your monument appeal letter in the mail and the info is also on the web site. How about we get those donations in (in any amount)? I'm donating for sure. I'll make darned sure that we know when we come out on top. This is a monument to all of us. Something we can all be proud of. Doc Hall
Jim "Doc" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 02/12/2011
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3896. Mr. Roger Stevens (A co 2/35 69-70) wishes to throw out a Cacti Monument Fund pledge challenge to all other Cacti companies units. Thirty or so A/2/35 veterans will rendezvous Mar. 31 in Myrtle Beach "to strategize your demise." So, git' to giving! Thanks!
Rick Strawn -- Salem OR USA -- 02/11/2011
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3895. Would like to hear from anyone that served with Delta Company 2/35 during July, 1968 thru March, 1969.
Ron Hogan -- Seaford DE USA -- 02/09/2011
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3894. Today Feb. 9th, 7 days after my 22nd birthday, 43 year ago changed my life. They (who ever there are) called it "TET" while we "GRUNTS" called it survival. After having attended a reunion I found out that my whole platoon was wiped out except for myself. I can only wonder why as I try to give back at every turn to our military. Keep up the good work with the association and flow of information. Phil Collins B 1/35 67-68.
Phil Collins -- Gold Canyon AZ USA -- 02/09/2011
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3893. On this date in 1968 18 Cacti died in Vietnam. Lets all pause and take a moment to remember them today.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 02/09/2011
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3892. Will Smith may you rest in peace brother. Will was one of the 1st guys I met in Recon and showed me the ropes on how to survive. He was able to attend several reunions and I'll miss him.
Doc J -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 02/04/2011
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3891. I am saddened to report that Willard Smith, Recon 2/35, 1967-68, passed away December 14, 2010 at Harrisburg, PA.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 02/03/2011
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
3890. My dad, William Horace Knight served from Nov. 37 to Aug 1940. He was with Company "H", 35th Infantry, Schofield Barracks, T, H. I have a picture of Christmas Dinner 1938 of menue and the all of company H. If anyone from that company reads this message please contact me at my e-mail.
I can not get anything from the government on this enlistment term. And can get very little on his second enlistment, plus being a prisoner of Germany. Thanks so very much.
Jo Knight Ball -- Hildebran NC USA -- 01/30/2011
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3889. My GGGrandfather (James H. Binion) was a Pvt. in E Company 35th AL. I am trying to find information concerning the circumstances of his death at Camp Preston MS. Can anyone direct to such? Deo Vindice
J.W. Binion
Division Chaplain
KY Division SCV
James W. Binion III, DMin -- Corbin KY USA -- 01/26/2011
Email -- http://www.1861-1865livinghistory.org
3888. Money! Unfortunately, life often comes down to this. Dues are Due. If you are an annual member, it is time to renew your membership. Please do this now while you are thinking about it. We need your support in order to carry on the many projects that make this a great organization. Just go to the membership page of the website and print out a membership form and get it in the mail today. Without your support, we are nothing. Scholarship Fund: Over the past couple of years tax deductible contributions to this fund have been lagging. In these weak financial times the children and grandchildren of our Cacti Brothers need help more than ever. This fund depends entirely on your generosity. If you are renewing your Annual Membership please check off the box for Donation to the Scholarship Fund. and give whatever you can. It is important to keep this fund solvent so that we can continue to provide this valuable program. Cacti Monument Fund: As most of you know we are attempting to construct a monument at the Infantry Museum grounds at Ft. Benning. We are nearing the halfway point for this fund and we can only reach our goal to build this memorial to Ourselves. If you support us. If you are renewing your Annual Membership and can help us out, please check the box for the Cacti Monument. And contribute (also tax deductible) what you can. For our Life Members, we certainly hope that we can count on you for support of these two important projects. Please take the time to write out a check in support of either or both and mail to Bill Henson: Secretary, 35th Infantry Regiment Association; 3680 Chrisfield Dr., Rocky River, OH 44116-3637.
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 01/25/2011
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3886. On Apr 9 two beams from the wreakage of WTC will arrive in Richmond, IN from storage @ JFK. Arriving on flat-bed truck, they will form-up there to be escorted to the final destination in Indy. It is anticipated several hundred motorcycles will be on hand for the ride, probably to Stout Field, by Ind State Police, who will close west bound I-70 for the procession. Any who read this are welcome to participate and to share the information with other interested parties. More info will be available at the email address below. Contact me there if you care to join-in.
Steve Rainbolt -- Indianapolis IN USA -- 01/25/2011
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3885. April 67 - Dec 68 Dong Ha River Rat
Jack E. Cook -- West Monroe IA USA -- 01/23/2011
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3884. 2011 will mark the 10th annv of 9-11 and a memorial will be dedicated in Shanksville, PA to mark the spot where so many brave souls helped steer their plane into a crash landing. A few of us will be convoying there on Sept 9th and I will be amoung them, representing 3rd Brg Cacti and ALR #145. If you are interested, and need hotel or campsite info, contact me via email below. CACTI FOREVER! ALR rides for God, country & Vets everywhere!
Steve Rainbolt -- Indianapolis IN USA -- 01/23/2011
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3883. Served as PA for Cacti at Schofield May 83- July 87, the last 2 years under LTC James T. Hill. retired after 20 years in 1990. I have enjoyed reading your stories and your great web site. Cacti!
Ted Murray -- St. Petersburg FL USA -- 01/19/2011
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3882. To: Dave Muxo,
While updating my Roster of Cacti Names I saw that Guestbook Archive 3's entries have been lost. I HAVE A HARD COPY(55 Pages) of GA 3! I can have it out in Tuesday's Mail if you will e-mail me your mailing address.
CACTI Forever!
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 01/16/2011
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3881. LTC Tuley has invited all Cacti Association members to attend the Cacti Ball at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Honolulu. This formal event will be held on Saturday, 26 February.
1LT Angel Rosario is our point of contact. For specifics about the ball, contact 1LT Angel Rosario at Schofield Barracks at 808-655-4060, 787-233-4457 or email at angel.rosarioescobar@us.army.mil. This is an exciting opportunity to share in a wonderful and fun experience with our young soldiers and their families before they leave on their combat tour in Afghanistan in late March.
John Lorts, B 2-35 1966-67, Active Unit Liaison
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 01/10/2011
Email
3880. Thanks John for all you do for our Association and for keeping us up to date with our active Cacti.
Happy New Year
Tom Mahon -- Inverness FL USA -- 01/03/2011
3879. The Cacti battalion will be deploying soon to the National Training Center in California to prepare for their next war time deployment in Afghanistan. I will post more information as it becomes available. John Lorts, Active Unit Liaison, 35th Infantry Regiment "Cacti" Association.
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 01/02/2011
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3878. Money! Unfortunately, life often comes down to this.
Dues are Due. If you are an annual member, it is time to renew your membership. Please do this now while you are thinking about it. We need your support in order to carry on the many projects that make this a great organization. Just go to the membership page of the website and print out a membership form and get it in the mail today. Without your support, we are nothing.
Scholarship Fund: Over the past couple of years tax deductible contributions to this fund have been lagging. In these weak financial times the children and grandchildren of our Cacti Brothers need help more than ever. This fund depends entirely on your generosity. If you are renewing your Annual Membership please check off the box for â?oDonation to the Scholarship Fundâ? and give whatever you can. It is important to keep this fund solvent so that we can continue to provide this valuable program.
Cacti Monument Fund: As most of you know we are attempting to construct a monument at the Infantry Museum grounds at Ft. Benning. We are nearing the halfway point for this fund and we can only reach our goal to build this memorial to â?oOurselvesâ? if you support us. If you are renewing your Annual Membership and can help us out, please check the box for the â?oCacti Monumentâ? and contribute (also tax deductible) what you can.
For our Life Members, we certainly hope that we can count on you for support of these two important projects. Please take the time to write out a check in support of either or both and mail to Bill Henson: Secretary, 35th Infantry Regiment Association; 3680 Chrisfield Dr., Rocky River, OH 44116-3637.
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/30/2010
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3877. looking to hear from anybody that was at pleiku 1966
Jose A. Lopez -- Lakeland FL USA -- 12/30/2010
Email
3876. Happy New Year to all of you
Tom Mahon -- USA -- 12/28/2010
3875. Hope everyone had a Great Holiday and wishing all a Happy New Year. My email has changed to majrrich@verizon.net.
Again have a Happy New Year see Ya All in Texas
Rich Nilsen
Richard A Nilsen -- Massapequa NY USA -- 12/28/2010
Email
3874. Message I posted , did not appear? But, To all Remember, The Regiment lives on, We are all bonded forever, I was a soldier, I Am a soldier and I always will be a soldier. God Loves You All, Remember and pass it on... Doc Ellis
Roger Ellis( Doc) -- Trinity FL USA -- 12/28/2010
Email
3873. Looking to locate...James Curry, 25th Inf, 35 Reg, C Company 58-59
Gerard \"Jerry\" Sullivan -- New York NY USA -- 12/26/2010
Email
3872. Hi,I was wondering if anybody out there had any info or
stories about PFC Jimmy R Hohstadt KIA 9Oct67. He is my
girlfriends brother and I would like to see if there is
any info out there on Jimmy. She was young when he died and does not remember alot of what happened. Thanks for
any information you have and Thanks for your service to
our nation. Neil
Neil Tierney -- Chardon OH USA -- 12/25/2010
Email
3871. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to one and all. Another year has past and a few more aches and pains have popped up. I'm told its part of the contract, still haven't seen it. Anyway, best wishs to all.
James
James L. Fisher -- Land O Lakes FL USA -- 12/25/2010
Email
3870. Merry Christmas to all my Cacti brothers-- may God bless you with peace, happiness and joy during this season of celebration of the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Fred Shook -- Adel GA USA -- 12/25/2010
Email
3869. Also wanting to wish a merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all Cacti and families.
--trappmanrhett@yahoo.com
-- NM USA -- 12/24/2010
Email
3868. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all Cacti and families.
lee ingram -- Arab AL USA -- 12/24/2010
Email
3867. The Holidays are here and as we enjoy time with our Families take time to remember our brothers we have lost.
A VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND A SAFE NEW YEARS.
John Morgan
HHC/D co 2/35th
'67-'68
John Morgan -- Colfax CA USA -- 12/24/2010
Email
3866. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all my Cacti Brothers. A/2/35 1966-1967
Curtis P Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 12/23/2010
Email
3865. I'd like to wish all my Cacti brothers a Merry Christmas and Happy new Year! Were not getting any younger so if you haven't attended one of our annual reunions or found that one buddy you don't know what happened to, it's time to get busy and do that. I'd be glad to help find that buddy if you need it.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 12/22/2010
Email
3864. Recon 2/35 1965 - 1967, Just a quick Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. During your busy and often hectic holidays take a moment, too remember all of your friends both old and new. Sgt Mac
Thomas E, McCauslin -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 12/21/2010
Email
3863. I have lost contact with family members of James J. Curry, PFC 35th Infantry. Jim died on April 1, 1968 in Vietnam. Is it possible that you might have any information on how I might reach them. If you could contact them and give them my email address. I would take it as a great favor. My phone number is 978-744-1711
Brian Thibodeau -- Salem MA USA -- 12/21/2010
Email
3862. Wishing all my Cacti Brothers, their Families and Friends a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A JOYOUS NEW YEAR!!
Just a note: Our Son was injured(mostly Blast Concussion) during a Mortar attack last week in "The Stan".He is on 72 Rest Restriction. No Wounds(but then some of us have experienced the effects of Blast Concussion-Christmas Night '67 C Co. 2nd Bn). He has kept in touch with his wife and kids and they are keeping us up to date.
Went to 'Philly' on the 11th to see the Army-Navy Game(we are SO IN NEED OF A WIN THIS CENTURY!!).
Hope to see all of you in San 'Antone' next year!!
CACTI FOREVER,
Tom Gragg
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 12/20/2010
Email
3861. Served in 2/9th Artillery 4th Inf May 68-69, Kontum, then Oasis til 4-day drop DEROS 16 May shortly after VC sapper/mortar attacks of 11 & 12 May. Have succeeded in contacting, Mike Kurtgis FO pilot and (then Maj) Jerry P. Orr. Am hunting others including Dennis Price who's d.g.p.@ comcast.net failed. Does anyone have a new address? Mike and Jerry have told me about Jul(?) 2011 San Antonio reunion, Charles P. Skidmore Jr. (with whom I've remained in contact through the years) and I am planning to attend.
This is first time in 35th Inf site, hope to find link to others. Peace to all,
A. John \"Moon\" Mullins -- Elgin IL USA -- 12/19/2010
Email
3860. Merry Christmas to all of you Cacti folks that your blessings be in abundance and happines by the bushel
full. Hope to see you across the Sabine River.
Jesse Campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 12/18/2010
Email
3859. Captain Boettcher, D 1/35th, I sure would like to hear from you. Please send an e-mail. Ex-LT Muller, FO '67-'68
J.L.Muller -- Landenberg PA USA -- 12/14/2010
Email
3858. I would like to talk to Anthony Bisantz. You can email me your Phone No and I will call you . There are some questions I hope that you can answer for me.
Thank you
Paul Mullins
Paul Mullins -- Gray TN USA -- 12/13/2010
Email
3857. Hi ..Just checking in again i haven't been on for awhile...still hoping to find...a Ray Price...and James Doris...from C 1/35 NOV-1966-Nov 1967.... I also would like to find LT Shannendor...I think I spelled it correct...our Commander was CPT Cavender..after CPT Cadilla our top dog was SGT Bergman....which I know have been killed God Bless there souls.........I was in re-supply under the name Munz...God Bless our service men and woman...
George Munzing Sr
George R Munzing SR -- North Brunswick SR USA -- 12/12/2010
Email
3856. Nam Nov.67-Nov.68 2/35 C company. Been in contact with Thomas,Roberts and Racer. Anyone else from that time period, would like to chat. God bless you all! Denny Birkey
Dennis Birkey -- Sheldon IL USA -- 12/10/2010
Email
3855. Wishing all Cacti (especially the "old Shotgun Platoons") a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year....Bobby Hurt....
Bobby Hurt -- McCalla AL USA -- 12/08/2010
Email
3854. KOREA 1950-1952. My Dad was in 34th "K"; 19th various units; and 187th.
If anyone remembers him at all, please contact me. His name is WILLIAM E EBERHART was an infantryman and paratrooper. Operation "Spitfire" "Leopard"
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HAWAII CACTI 35th company D...November 1957
He died in a fall from a barrack building, Quad B at Schoffield. Anyone remember this, please contact me.
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Looking for ROBERT E BLOODWORTH who was stationed in Hawaii in November 1957 CACT 35th company D. Anyone know of him or his whereabouts or what has become of him?
PLEASE contact me if any of this is familiar! THANK YOU!
STEVE EBERHART -- Dallas TX USA -- 12/07/2010
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3853. My cousin, SPENCER BYRD POWERS Jr. 2D LT CO B 35 INF 4 INF DIV was KIA in Vietnam on 8 Feb. 1968. Any information on his service from those who knew him will greatly appreciated. I already have a printout of Dick Arnolds' 9 Feb 1968 narrative.
The U.S. Post Office in Cary, Mississippi,(just north of Vicksburg) his home town, is to be named after him in the near future,
Thanks Howard D. Cole
Howard D. Cole -- Greensboro NC USA -- 12/06/2010
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3852. Deployed from Hawaii, with C-Company 1/35. Anyone remembers, holler.
Jack M Futch -- Wingate NC USA -- 12/03/2010
3851. Remembering Jose Ramos and Joe Furch, A/1/35TH who were KIA on Nov 27, 1967..Gone but never forgotten..
Dave Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 12/01/2010
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3850. Jan 20, 1967 Vietnam. There was a medic with Lt Jack Burr, the platoon leader 3rd herd A co 1/35 on jan 20 1967 between the two of them, they saved my life, sure would love to communicate with and see them. Thanks for your help.
C Pace Caldwell -- Jacksonville FL USA -- 12/01/2010
Email
3849. Looking for Harvey Hilbert 3rd herd A co 1/35 wounded early morning may 29 1966 anyone out there have an address let me know. I was with him that night. Thanks
C Pace Caldwell -- Jacksonville FL USA -- 12/01/2010
Email
3848. Looking for Lt. Jack Burr from Jan, 1967 VietNam. 3rd Platoon A Co 1/35 My platoon leader on jan 20, 1967. Last time I saw him he visited me in Hospital late jan, 1967. Any help in locating, Thanks. See everyone at reunion.
C. Pace Caldwell -- Jacksonville FL USA -- 12/01/2010
Email
3847. SGM Retired. Was in S-3 2/35 from Jan 65 to Dec 66. Would like to hear from anyone during that period. Especially, SGM Frankin
Donald Duncan -- Lakewood WA USA -- 11/30/2010
Email
3846. I was with the medical CO 35th Inf Reg in Otsu in 1949 and
in Korea I was a litter jeep driver with the aid station covering the ist Bn. would like to hear from anyone who is out there who may. Remmber me I have been in touch with Richard Ziemba and I stay in touch with Bill Proctor, would like to hear from any medic who was with Med Co at the same time as I was.
Frank N Kruczynski SFC RET
Frank Nkruczynski -- Aberdeen MD USA -- 11/28/2010
Email
3845. Great website!! Looking for anyone out there that served in the 35th in 1952-1954 who may know a medic named Johnny Fly, who was a medic. Thanks.
Vance Zimmer -- Juction City KS USA -- 11/27/2010
Email
3844. Ischemic Heart Disease. No history of any family member with CAD and yet, here I am. Only nexus service in you no where. Get checked out as it is now compensable and agent orange related. You can live with it, but if not discovered and treated early it will ambush you when you least expect it and do you in. Phil
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 11/26/2010
Email
3843. Sandra, If you want a flag contact me. I may be able to help you.
Joe Henderson -- Levittown PA USA -- 11/25/2010
Email
3842. Happy Thanksgiving to all. Lets remember all those who cannot celebrate it. Keep them in your prayers.
Joe Henderson -- Levittown PA USA -- 11/25/2010
Email
3839. The following is my favorite story of Thanksgiving in Vietnam. It appeared in the 4th Inf Div guestbook on Nov 23, 2000. The writer was not a Cacti but the experience could well of been. Doc Hall.
After the Battle of Dak To and after receiving replacements and resupply, our unit was moved into a firebase near Kontum in the Central Highlands a few days before Thanksgiving. We were advised that a full-blown Thanksgiving dinner would be brought out to us. Early that morning, a lone chopper approached and landed on the LZ. Out of it came several generals accompanied by our battalion commander, "Saber". When this much "brass" is around, you know something is up. We were ordered to pack-up our gear, as we were going to be making a CA into a "hot" LZ and once we secured a perimeter we would receive our hot chow. We moved out, and they were right. Partially right, the LZ was hot alright, not with NVA, but the small fires created by artillery and airstrikes. While some extinguished the fires, the others started digging-in. Once our positions were finished and the perimeter was secure, again a lone chopper approached our LZ and unloaded two mermite cans. One with turkey, the other mashed potatoes. They forgot not only all the trimmings, but also, paper plates to serve it on. As a "grunt", we didn't carry mess kits. As I walked the chow line with my hands out, one hand was filled with turkey, the other mashed potatoes. Then it began to rain. And rain like, only, you can get in the highlands. I had to hurry to eat the mashed potatoes before it ran through my fingers. What a Thanksgiving!!! And you know, I was thankful to receive it. Every Thanksgiving while I sit with family, I think of this time and am grateful. Grateful to my Lord and Savior for the sacrifice he made for us and to remember my Brothers who can only be there in spirit. Have a Blessed Thanksgiving to you all. Steve "Ed" Edmunds C Co 3/8th 4th Div RVN 5/67-5/68
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 11/25/2010
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3838. Cacti brothers and sisters. Happy Thanksgiving to each and everyone of you. "DOC"
Forrest \"DOC\" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 11/25/2010
Email
3837. Just want to wish all my Cacti brothers, especially 1st platoon, Bravo, 2/35, a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving. May you all be surrounded by those you love this holiday.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 11/25/2010
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3836. Ask and Ye shall receive. I posted a request to find an orignal copy of the Cacti Times/Newsletter and within a few hours I had 2 offers and a scanned copy of that newsletter. Thanks to all. -- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 11/22/2010
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3835. It's with sadness that I report we lost a brother today. Leroy Cook "Beetle" Recon 2/35th 1969 & 70 passed this morning from heart failure. Please say a prayer for him and his loved one's.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 11/22/2010
Email
3834. Does anyone out there have a copy of the very first Cacti newsletter? Not sure if it came out right before the first reunion in Sept 1999 or right after it. It was a relatively small document. Joan Arnold would of been the editor then. We are doing a project right now to allow us to preserve copies of all Cacti Times/ Cacti Newsletters and are missing only this one. We would be happy to receive a copy of this and even a xerox copy or a scan would do nicely. Thanks, Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 11/21/2010
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3833. I was moved by 3 events this year, providing a first hand account regarding Lt. Gentinne being KIA'd at the Rock Quarry, attending the Ken Henniger Memorial Tribute, and of course the presentation at the Reunion in Pittsburgh that honor's our fallen heroes..... On November 21, 1969 at what remainded of the Oasis Fire Base, I remember and honor, Curtis Frantz, Robert Worthen and Charles Howze who were killed due to a faulty 4.2 Mortar Round. In addition, Donald Boyles KIA was related to this incident since he led a convoy from Camp Enari to the Oasis to potentially pick up the wounded. The convoy was ambused on its return trip to Camp Enari killing Warrant Officer Boyles. I remember this day quite well after so many years. I learned from all of you never to forget. I thank all of you.
Pete Manuguerra A & HHC 1/35th -- Medina OH USA -- 11/19/2010
Email
3832. We are looking for a 2-35 cacti flag, is it possible to get one?
sandra gibson -- Nauvoo AL USA -- 11/16/2010
Email
3831. Just a short note. Somehow, a message I sent to the guest book did not get put on here. I will try again. The Cacti needs to salute 3 "D" 1/35 soldiers that lost their lives on veterans day 1968. Those brave brothers are: John "Preacher" Bratton, James Humphrey, & Gary Rust. May they rest in peace with the knowledge that they will never be forgotten. Thank You. "DOC"
Forrest \"DOC\" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 11/13/2010
Email
3830. Hi, I am the brother of Rafael G.Reyes who was a soldier in the 35th Infantry Regiment 4th Division USA from 1968 to 1969 in Vietnam. He lost a comrade on 1/1/69 at a river crossing. The details are at:
http://www.cacti35th.org/regiment/kia/kia_details.php?person_id=272&battalion=1st
My brother sent the second picture to your organization (he is in the foreground). He tried to save his buddy and almost drowned himself. He was a good soldier and he's a good man.
Bless you all,
Gabe
Gabriel E. Reyes -- Brooklyn NY USA -- 11/12/2010
Email
3829. President Obama was with our troops in South Korea, see: http://www.nydailynews.com/news/politics/2010/11/11/2010-11-11_president_obama_marks_veterans_day_in_south_korea_blasts_north_koreas_nuclear_am.html?r=news/politics
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 11/12/2010
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3828. I am looking for anyone who knew my brother Glenn H. Muscato, he was from Salem MA. He stepped on a explosive device on April 15,1967. He died in November of 2001 and is now buried in Arlington National Cemetery, where he always wanted to be. I miss my older brother very much, he went through so much hell(which I can see all of Charlie company did). I would love for his children to know him as I did growing up,, so if anyone can help me I would greatly appreciate it.
Thank you on this Veteran Day
Romona T. Gauthier ( also a navy wife for 29 years)
Romona Gauthier (Muscato) -- Sumter SC USA -- 11/12/2010
Email
3827. Happy Veterans Day to all fellow Cacti! I am honored and proud to have served with you.
Curtis P Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 11/11/2010
Email
3826. To all my Cacti Brothers and Sisters,
Happy Veterans Day. Enjoy the festivites; honor our brothers who lost the chance to grow older; Thank whatever God you choose to for the blessing of being here.
Cacti Forever!
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 11/11/2010
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3825. Happy Veterans Day!
Doc J -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 11/11/2010
Email
3824. Remembering all our veterans--thank God for them all--also remembering my brother Robert Shook kia Aug-2 69--God bless all my Cacti brothers
fred shook -- Adel GA USA -- 11/11/2010
Email
3823. Tomorrow is Veterans Day... Do you know where your Commander-In-Chief is?
Lee Ingram -- Arab AL USA -- 11/10/2010
Email
3822. Happy Veterans Day to all......
Pancho -- San Antonio TX USA -- 11/10/2010
Email
3821. With special thoughts for Sp4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/17/67 - I would like to send my best wishes to all of the 35th on this Veterans Day. Many thanks for your service then and your service and your helpful information now. To steal and twist a line... "God Bless You Every One!"
A Friend -- USA -- 11/09/2010
3820. A/1/35 lost seven more of it's best 43 years ago today November 9, 1967. I especially remember Donald S Holke. Gone but certainly never forgotten.
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 11/09/2010
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3819. Hello! Everyone,with Veterans Day approaching very quickly and the holidays too,My thoughts are always around my Father,Sgt.Albert K. Christy and I just wanted to say thank you to all the veterans out there in the 35th, who fought and served in Vietnam, and being so faithful to serve for this amazingly awesomeous and beautiful country we live in,just take a deep breath and know,feel the spirit of life inside you!IJohn 15:13!NIV- I am very excited for this new Information Cntr@ the wall!!! And I can't wait to see it when it is Finished. And all the men who sacrificed there lives,they will finally have a face and not just a name on a Marble Wall,but also short essay about themselves,their families,and hobbies.It is alot easier than trying to send a letter to heaven!So spread the good news ok!Anyone that knew Albert,please email me!Thank you!
www.Thenewinformationcenteratthewall.orgProud Goldstar Daughter,
D.K.Christy
Diana K. Christy -- Seattle WA USA -- 11/09/2010
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3818. My uncle Frank E. Barber, member of the 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division, was Killed In Action, on April 29, 1945, Luzon, Phillipines. He was a stretcher bearer. My grandmother had his remains returned to be buried in Renville, Minnesota. I wish to pay homage to his service to his nation.
Terry L Hill -- Show Low AZ USA -- 11/05/2010
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3817. This morning I e-mailed 335 copies of the new issue of "Cacti Times." Only 21 were rejected by the cyber OP. Please let me know if you are a paid annual/Life member and did not receive your electronic copy. If you are not a member of the Association, we invite you to join us.
The hard magazine copy will be sent by U.S. mail several weeks from now.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 11/02/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3816. For those who may have missed the 60 minutes segment on Veterans Village October 17th it can be viewed on our website www.vvsd.net.
Phil Lanids -- San Diego CA USA -- 10/30/2010
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3815. Just wanting to wish all cacti and their families a very happy if spooky Halloween, also want to say a prayer for all cacti in harms way. Wayne(lucky)Lund, and Family
Wayne D. Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 10/28/2010
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3814. Hello again and again I'd like to welcome home all our military heroes. I have repeatedly viewed the site, in hopes of, seeing pictures of all those who attended the Pittsburgh Reunion. This is one way, I can reach out to the members of my unit. When are you going to publish these pictures.
lisandro dehoyos -- Oak Hills CA USA -- 10/27/2010
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3813. http://www.veteranprograms.com
We keep coming back to this website again and again. Great work! And millions from around the world continue to visit the Award Winning U.S. Veteran Compensation Programs website. It is a great source where veterans learn how to secure benefits, increase benefits, and get the latest information about compensation, pension, and benefits for veterans - FIRST. Visit Today!
http://www.veteranprograms.com
Rance Jurevwicz -- USA -- 10/23/2010
Email -- http://www.veteranprograms.com
3812. I was in the 10-66 OCS Infantry Class with James Blankenship at Ft. Benning, GA.
I did not complete OCS.
I went to Vietnam in May 1966 as an army medic with the 561st. Med. Amb. Company and the 584th. Med. Amb. Company.
I served in Cu Chi, Tay Ninh, Iron Triangle, Hobo Woods and some areas I do not know.
Joel K. Harris, Sr., Ph.D. -- Ocala FL USA -- 10/19/2010
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3811. For those who don't know, Cacti Phil Landis, D Co. 1/35, 1967-68, is President and CEO of Veterans Village of San Diego, featured on "60 Minutes" Oct. 17. The Association is extremely proud of the work of Phil and Dr. Jon Nachison, Clinical Director of The Village.
Thank you, Phil and Jon.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 10/17/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3810. I wish to announce the belated death of a 35th Cacti Solder of WWII. His Name was John McConeghey and he fought with the 35th during WWII. He was a Staff Sergeant assigned to G Co, 2nd Bn, 35th Regiment and fought in the pacific campaigns until he was injured. He earned the Bronze Star and Purple Heart. Mr. McConeghey died April 12, 2010, at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines from complications of a fall in his home. He was 87 years old. Mr. McConeghey assisted me in the research of my Father's WWII history with the 35th at which I am forever grateful.
Ed Farrar -- Chester VA USA -- 10/16/2010
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3809. Co D 1/35 and BN S4 July 1967-July 1968
Wolfgang \"Fred\" Boettcher -- Ormond Beach FL USA -- 10/15/2010
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3808. This Sunday October 17th at 7PM 60 minuets will be airing a story about the San Diego Stand Down for Homeless Veterans and Veterans Village. We had four camera crews, a senior producer and Scott Pelley with us for five days shooting the segment last July. Hope you enjoy it!
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 10/14/2010
Email -- http://www.vvsd.net
3807. Step son of Jim Anderson.
Much respect for all of you, And welcome home.
SSG Muzzy, Jason
B. co 2-357 IN
Jason R Muzzy -- Mount Vernon WA USA -- 10/14/2010
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3806. 85' alumni
jeffrey black -- williamsport PA USA -- 10/14/2010
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3805. I will be hosting a RECON BARQ at my home during the Cacti Reunion, if you are a Recon Brother send me your name so that I can send you my address and the information on the BARQ.............
Pancho -- San Antonio TX USA -- 10/12/2010
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3804. Can not wait for July 2011, message for Pete Birrow
find a place,for Bravo luncheon.
jesse campos -- Anacoco LA USA -- 10/11/2010
Email
3803. October 9, 1967--
A/1/35TH----
Gone way to soon but never forgotten!----
William Robert Bray, Edward Joseph Dunsey (Blotzer), Willis Wayne Emerton, David Littlehale Farley,
Jimmy R. Hohstadt, Richard R. Irwin Jr., Robert J. Lazaro, Bernard Meirndorf, Joel C. Roper, Ronald S. Sandel Stephen J. Smith
Dave Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 10/09/2010
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3802. My brother in law, Ed Fordyce, introduced me to this site. He wanted me to read "Who We Should Thank." The stories here are great! Kathie L.
Kathie Langston -- El cajon CA USA -- 10/09/2010
Email -- http://www.facebook.com/kathie.langston
3801. I was in Vietnam in 1968-1969 with C 1/35 4th Inf Div.
Robert T. Cauthen -- Bon Aqua TN USA -- 10/05/2010
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3800. To/For the Cacti Assn webmaster, regimental historian, and all Cacti with relatives. Found the following online, which I wish to share with all above mentioned... (Note that by domain being ".mil", it is evidently thereby hosted by an Official USARMY-server). the Tropic Lightning Museum website: http://www.25idl.army.mil/tropic%20lightning%20museum/index.html After having checked the 25th ID Assn website, I was unable to locate this link in its linkspage. If interrest exists within Cacti Assn, would Cacti Assn webmaster consider to include above link in Cacti Assn websites own linkspage, aswell as perhaps also alert the Board Of Members of the 25th ID Assn of the existence of the above website? Take Good Care!
Alf Bjare \"Friend of the regiment honorary life member\". -- USA -- 09/29/2010
-- http://www.25idl.army.mil/tropic%20lightning%20museum/index.html
3799. I am looking for info on St. Clair County, Alabama heroes who made the supreme sacrifice in the Vietnam War. I hope to develop a booklet of the twelve individuals on out county memorial. A copy of an email from Richard J Arnold, dated 2004/04/30, was found on the Internet, requesting a photo and other info for LAWRENCE ADAMS HURD, Panel 21E Line 106 of Virtual Wall. I will appreciate any info (military and family, nearest of kin etc), and picture if available, which is not available in the "Full Profile" of Specialist Four Hurd. Please reply with positive or negative report. Sincerely, Dick Whatley
Dick Whatley -- Pell City AL USA -- 09/28/2010
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3798. I am the widow of Henry L. Aderholt, who was shot out of a helicopter in February 1970 and died of those wounds on December 12, 1972. He was transfered to Japan and then on to Ft. Benning, GA. I never received any of his personal possession after he left Vietnam. His sister, Karen Hopkins and I are trying to get his name added to the Vietnam Wall but have had no luck yet. We will never forget, we will never give up.
Judy Woodall -- Birmingham AL USA -- 09/28/2010
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3797. I'm trying to reach Pace Caldwell in Jacksonville, Florida. I tried to e-mail you at the e-mail address on the website, but they say it is not the right e-mail. Please contact me if you get this message. Send me your address if you don't have e-mail.
Marc Cadriel (3rd Herd) Vietnam 1966
Marcos Cadriel Jr. -- Peoria AZ USA -- 09/28/2010
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3796. I enjoyed this so much,I am so glad people remember the lost. Paul was a great person and father we miss him so much. Thanks
Mrs. Paul Oneal Brown -- Florence AL USA -- 09/26/2010
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3795. I join Michael in rememberance of Roger Fulkerson. He was a fine man doing what he believed in. His legacy lives on in his daughter Lynne and her family. He would have been very proud of all of them.
Jeanne Griffin Smith -- Sacramento CA USA -- 09/25/2010
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3794. Remembering Roger Fulkerson F.O. "C" 2/35 Duc Lap 9-25-68 and all our Cacti Brothers, who left it all on the field of battle in that place called Vietnam.
Michael P. Kurtgis -- Fort Lauderdale FL USA -- 09/24/2010
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3793. Yesterday, 9/17/2010, in conjunction with the Ind observance of Nat'l POW/MIA Day, two restored RVN choppers left from the Annual Vietnam Veterans reunion grounds in Kokomo, IN. I was honored to be aboard one, a former gunship. Along with the other, a restored Medvac both flew from there to a fly-over at the POW/MIA ceremonies @ the WWII Memorial in downtown Indy. (Approx 30 min each way.) Both choppers landed on the grounds of the Amer Legion Mall, where they became part of a static display. I was very happy and proud to be asked to participate, and felt honored to represent A/2/35, and indeed all of the Cacti, ALR Post 145 & VFW Post 1120. Rudy & Dave, Jerry & Richard, Jamie, Carl & Herman, all flew with me again. I had forgotten over the years how their presence, comforted me. They were there in my heart!
steve rainbolt -- Indpls IN USA -- 09/18/2010
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3792. Co A 2/35 1970 Heading out for the Kokomo In Vietnam Vets Reunion Sept 17 18 19. I stay with my brothers group the 173rd Airborne guys just south of the middle of the big tent. Welcome home brothers.....Dennis
Den Grencik -- Midlothian IL USA -- 09/13/2010
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3791. i was a front line medic 3/22 hhc 25th.68 69 i was e5 when i got out
olin w chapin -- roswell NM USA -- 09/11/2010
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3790. Would like to contact anyone that fought with me in Korea. 25th division,35th infantry, Mike Company 1950-1951
Emmett J. Williams -- Jackson TN USA -- 09/11/2010
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3789. My father JOHN P. LITTLE fought in this battle, I am forever grateful my father came home safe. My prayers go up for all who have fought, all who were lost, all who have children and grandchildren carrying on the legacy of their fathers before them, for all to be safe,
God Bless Each of you for fighting so I may be free to write this message my daddy and all of you.
Candis B Nestor -- Springhill FL USA -- 09/05/2010
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3788. I was with "K" Co. 35th Inf Regt in Korea from Feb 1952 thru Nov 1952. If you were with or know anyone that was with King Company during that time period I would appreciate hearing from you! I was squad leader 2nd Squad 2nd Platoon.
John P. Little -- Caledonia OH USA -- 09/05/2010
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3787. Please take a moment on the eve of this Labor Day weekend to remember the 16 Cacti who died in service to their country in South Korea on September 3, 1950.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 09/03/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3786. I was born in 1970, which was to young to recall the vietnam war, but I do have two uncles who fought there.
I honor those who served our country to the highest honor.
I own a cleaning business and a we had a job to remove books from a home. I usally sell books on ebay. I was sifting threw some of these books and came across a childs book called the wall, as I was sifting a piece of paper fell out and it was a scratching of the The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall, the persons name was Brian K McGar. I did some reseach and was happy to find him, he did give up his life to the war. I decided to keep this book. thanks to Brian and many young men who fought.
CHRISTINE -- EWING NJ USA -- 09/01/2010
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3785. I was with the Unit 1/35th/25th inf Co B from 1972 to 1975 Schofield Barracks, Hawaii APO 96557
George D Lyttle -- Westfield MA USA -- 08/29/2010
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3784. I just wanted to thank everyone in your esteemed Regiment, past, present, and future, for serving our country with courage. I found this page while, oddly enough, researching for a jungle themed Warhammer 40k Imperial Guard regiment, and spent hours reading. It's great to hear the stories from the people that were there, and fought so I can have the freedom to play my wargames safely, and that if I can honor the legacy of the brave soldiers, even in my nerdy little wargame, I will, and have. I'll send pictures of the models, and look forward to braggin about the real soldiers while I lead my play ones to victory. Cheers!
George
George Blackmore -- Bellingham WA USA -- 08/28/2010
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3783. It is with a sad heart that I report the passing of another Cacti Brother from "The Greatest Generation". Two days ago Louis Memmi, formerly of F Company from 1942-1945 passed away at home;Hershey PA. at the age of 93. REST IN PEACE BROTHER for you have passed on the Torch of Freedom which we will continue to hold high until we meet again one day. Further information can be found at pennlive.com/obits.
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 08/27/2010
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3782. Thank you for posting the information about 1Lt. Harry Lee Davis. I have been married to his sole surviving brother, Gary, for 38 years. His baby brother, Larry, passed in 1971 after a mountain climbing accident.
Harry now has a name sake, my grandson. After comparing his baby pictures to my grandson's pictures I was astounded. They could have been twins except for their 3-generation separation. Harry's parents have passed, however, his mother's twin sister is now 91 years old.
My email address is pdavis2001@comcast.net.
Sincerely,
Patricia Davis
Patricia Davis -- Aurora CO USA -- 08/26/2010
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3781. Any of my Cacti Brothers know the exact dates of the San Antonio Reunion?
Joe Skillings -- Minneapolis MN USA -- 08/25/2010
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3780. I would love to here from any body that was in 2nd platoon...69 or 70...to see how there lives turned out
Sgt. Houston Hamilton -- Gray GA USA -- 08/24/2010
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3779. Steve Rainbolt has located 3 old buddies since the July Reunion in Pittsburgh. How many have you found? I'll be glad to try and help. -- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 08/23/2010
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3778. A Cacti at the Pittsburgh reunion told me that he has a child with spinal bifida. I'm embarrassed to say that I can't recall his name. If he doesn't know, I want him and others to be aware that the VA provides monthly compensation for children of Korea and Vietnam vets with this medical issue as it is considered a result of the father's Agent Orange exposure. Please feel free to contact me privately if you aren't aware of this program.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 08/23/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3777. I am trying to find "after action Reports" during The Korean War. I have a friend who served with Regimental S2 from about 4 Apr. 1952 to July 1953.
Ronald Haviland -- Ozark AL USA -- 08/22/2010
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3776. Does anyone remember any of these names from the Cacti in late 1957/ early 1958?
Albert C. Smith
Kenny J. Dobbs
Robert E. Bloodworth
Herman L. Otto
Donald Hobill
Dalhart Moran
If you know or remember any of these individuals, I'd appreciate an email to seberhart@tx.rr.com
THANK YOU!
Steve
Steve Eberhart -- Dallas TX USA -- 08/21/2010
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3775. My wife and I attended our 2nd Reunion in Pittsburgh and had a wonderful time. I was able to see my Platoon Leader, Pat Lenz and two of my Commanding officers, Anthony Bisantz and John Fielding who I hadn't seen in 44 years. We also were able to meet their wives and spend time together.
I want to thank everyone who works to make these Reunions possible. If it hadn't been for the Reunions, I wouldn't have been able to see them and all other Cacti members whom I got to meet personally.. It was a very special time we won't forget. Looking forward to San Antonio.
Thank you and God bless,
Marcos and Judy Cadriel
Peoria,Az.
A Co. 1st 35th, Class of 65-66
Marcos Cadriel Jr. -- Peoria AZ USA -- 08/20/2010
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3774. Looking for anyone who might remember an incident at LZ Challenge on 14 February 1970, slick door gunner was shot during a resupply drop and fell out of the ship into the LZ.
Any information might be valuable, he was a 119th Assault Helicopter Company gunner named SP4 Henry Lester Aderholt, who died as a result of his wounds two years later.
We are trying to get his name added to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and we would appreciate any help.
Bob Kilpatrick -- East Hampton CT USA -- 08/18/2010
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3773. On this date in 1950 19 men sacrificed all in Korea. Think about, and honor them.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 08/18/2010
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3772. If you've got 'em, we want 'em. Orders that is. We have just completed a project of attempting to locate 1000 Cacti who were previously presumed to be unaware of us. The great majority of these were from 1969 and 1970. We would love to work toward finding more of our old buddies from years prior to this. Our method of doing this is through old orders and lots of hard research. If you have old orders laying around that include anyone who served with the 35th we would love to have a copy so that we can continue our efforts of locating as many ex-Cacti as we can. You can e-mail me copies as attachments to the e-mail address below or snail mail to 1335 N. Broad St/ Wood bury, NJ 08096 ATTN Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 08/17/2010
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3771. Just want to remind everyone that the membership voted last year and reaffirmed this year a desire to raise funds for the purpose of erecting a monument near the Infantry Museum at Fort Benning. To this end, as I understand it, we are not quite half way to our goal but we have made good progress over the past year. We need your support if we are to make our goal of $25,000 raised for this lasting monument to all of us. Please go to the front page of our web site and get Mike Tryon's address to make your donation. Any donation large or small will help us reach our goal. We need to get this done sooner than later. Please give what you can. -- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 08/15/2010
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3770. Served with RECON PLT, E CO, 2ND BN, 35TH INFANTRY, 9-3-67 thru 12-15-67
In memory of my friend and brother David John Link.
Franklin Stiles -- El Cajon CA USA -- 08/14/2010
Email -- http://www.RetroAirDesigns.com
3769. Harold G. Richardson, (35450437), Private, United States Army Medical Corps, for gallantry in action on January 12, 1943, and January 14, 1943, at Guadalcanal. Attached to an infantry company, Private Richardson, aid man, proceeded into the front lines on these dates, under intense fire from enemy position, to administer first aid to men who had fallen, wound, on the battlefield. The coolness and zeal displayed by Private Richardson, while under fire, reflects credit on himself and the military service. Home Address: Winchester, Kentucky
Chuck Bartenslager -- Tecumseh MI USA -- 08/13/2010
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3768. The 25th Infantry Division Association reunion is being held in Framingham MA September 12th through the 18th. I will be there on the 16th for the Memorial Service and also for the banquet on the 18th. If you are attending the banquet and would like a "Cacti Only" table reserved for us, please email me before the 12th and I will "getter done!"
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 08/11/2010
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3767. I would like to take a moment and dedicate a few words to those â?oCactiâ? who fought in WWII. The 35th fought in Guadalcanal, and the liberation of the Philippines. My Father, William F. Farrar Sr. was a Private in G Co, 2nd Battalion, 35th Regiment. He made it through the entire war and was discharged in 1945. Like many soldiers who fought in the jungle he suffered with Malaria and other foot diseases until his death a few years back. Although he came to Guadalcanal in the mopping up phase, he was smack in the middle of the fighting in Luzon Philippines. There was a book written by a Mr. Rutherfoord which detailed in sketches the 165 days of continuous fighting the regiment endured in Luzon. My father, in his copy of that book, provided personal comments below those written by Mr. Rutherfoord. That book is a treasure to me which someday will go to my children. On another note, my father often spoke of one important battle in the small borough of â?oLupao.â? American Infantry were up against Japanese armor. Although it is given little historic fanfare, it was a deadly fight which cost the Regiment dearly. I believe the story of this battle, and bravery of the â?oCactiâ? men would make a good book, or even a movie crediting the entire 35th Regt. To those soldiers â?oCactiâ? Soldiers, I salute you.
Edward Farrar -- Chester VA USA -- 08/11/2010
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3766. This years reunion was my second one to attend. The first being Reno. I got to meet seveal C/1/35 members last year and a few new ones this year. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the program and are looking forward to next year. Our thanks goes out to all that made this reunion so enjoyable.
I would like to know if there is someway of downloading the memorial presentation.
Steven Dickerson (Dickie) -- Jamestown IN USA -- 08/10/2010
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3765. I was very apprehensive about going to a reunion. All the unfounded scenarios that played through my mind--What if somebody is carrying a 44 year old grudge? What if they're a bunch of slobbering drunks who encourage me to fall off the wagon?(Been sober 3 years) What if it's the most miserable time of my life? What if--what if--what if---. Well folks, I went and it was one of the most wonderful, healing experiences of my life. Had some great times, enjoyed some wonderful meals with some truely great people, and marveled at the current Cacti carrying on the tradition. Purely impressive young Soldiers! Thank you for all your efforts putting this reunion together
Curtis P Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 08/05/2010
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3764. The sister of one of our WWII Cacti ( Dolly Pavlovich Ward sister of Theodore Pavlovich) has contacted me and asked that I let our fellow Cacti know that she is self publishing a book based on his service with the Cacti. It is called "Pearl Harbor Survivors" I haven't seen it yet but if anyone is interested in obtaining a copy or wishs more information please contact Dolly at Popcord27@yahoo.com
Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 08/05/2010
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3763. Another reunion has come and gone. The chance to meet with fellow veterans and be able to fill the missing links of those battles we fought is one of the best healing methods we have. I was able to connect with fellow Vets that I haven't seen in 42-43 years. It was great meeting with the active members of the 35th and a special thanks to them for there help with the Color Guard. To our Board and the Committee that put these reunions together another outstanding job. To Ron and all the other volunteers behind the bar outstanding job in keeping those drinks going. Look forward to seeing everyone in San Antonio, and to all who served with Delta 2/35 think about making it a point to attend these reunions.
John Morgan
HHC/D co
67-68
John Morgan -- Colfax CA USA -- 08/04/2010
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3762. Congratulations on another great reunion, my wife Meloni, daughter Bryanna and niece Shainna with baby Tina enjoyed
our time together. The lord willing will see all of you in San Antonio.
Charles H Beauchamp -- Salem OR USA -- 08/04/2010
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3761. Dear Cacti family, pleasea allow me to express my gratitude for the fine reunion the was held in Pittsburg. I salute all the officers and committees that put this together. It was full of exuberance and comradeship that most people don't get to see or feel, aren't we lucky. I was recognized at B-2/35th luncheon for my job in the TOC 66-67 I have never felt so honored,thank you very much B2/35 I am still in shock! I was taught my job in the TOC by the great JOHN D. Sutherland of Virginia. I love my Cacti family I wish all of you the very best. Brother Ernest M. Correia Hqrts 2/9th Hqrts 2/35. GOD BLESS.
Ernest M. Correia -- Marion MA USA -- 08/04/2010
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3760. I am looking for information about the following three soldiers. If anyone remembers them, please contact me.
Their names:
Spc. Michael Niezgoda, C Co, 2/35th 3rd BDE KIA 9/24/68
Sgt. Larry Gambotto, B Co, 2/35th 3rd BDE KIA 9/13/68
Lt. Thomas Gentinne, A Co, 1/35th 3rd BDE KIA 5/12/69
Lisa Lark -- Dearborn MI USA -- 08/04/2010
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3759. Hello,my Cacti brothers and sisters.
My fiance, Kristy Peterson, and I had the honor and priviledge to attend this year's 2-35 Cacti Reunion in Pittsburgh.Upon receiving the news that I would be a part of this special event I was very excited. Since my hometown of Stahlstown,Pennsylvania is only about 45 mins from Pittsburgh, I was looking forward to the opportunity to spend some time home with my family, at the same time, I was enthusiastic about the chance to talk with other 2-35 Cacti verterns from WWII, Korea, and Vietnam. Nothing prepared me for the feelings of comraderie, honor,pride, and brotherhood that I would feel over the past several days. I wanted to extend a warm thank you to everyone that made me and my fiance feel like members of a family and for all the wonderful and entertaining conversations. With myself being an active member of Cacti 2-35 and my fiance Kristy being an active serving medic stationed st Fort Knox, Kentucky, we both felt a huge honor while attending the event and very humbled by all the thank you's that we received from other veterns and their families. After talking with many of you I felt lucky and grateful to be able to share our stories together. There is a bond and connection that we are have together as veterns and members of Cacti that is very hard to describe. But one thing that is true is that things really don't change much over the years. Even though several decades separated the wars that we all experienced, there are so many similiar experiences we all went through. There is something special that we all have together, a brotherhood that will never fade with the passing of years.
I look forward to keeping in touch with all of you and sincerly enjoyed the time we shared together in Pittsburgh. I would love to attend future reunions and look forward to seeing you all again in the years to come. Thanks again for everything.
SSG Erik J. Kunkle -- Schofield Barracks HI USA -- 08/02/2010
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3758. Aug 2-69 changed my life forever- Robert Shook kia--his memory lives forever in my heart and the hearts of others- thanks to all the cacti brother who have helped me with the closure and healing of the loss of my big brother- thank-you cacti and God bless each of you
fred shook
Fred -- Adel GA USA -- 08/02/2010
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3757. It was an honor to be part of the the 2010 Cacti Reunion this past weekend. My fiance SSG Erik Kunkle is one of the currently serving Cacti brother and to be able to experience this with him meant alot to me. We both enjoyed the time we got to talk with and share stories with all of the former Cacti. It was an honor and privledge for the both of us to be able to be there and we hope to return again. The both of us were absolutely taken back by the thanks and appreciation of all Cacti members for our current services, we were their honoring all of you for paving the way for us and it meant more then words could say for the support and appreciation we were shown. We look forward to a continued involvement in the association and want to thank everyone for whom we met this weekend for making it one of the most memorable and honored ones we have had. Look forward to seeing everyone again!
Kristy Peterson -- Ft. Knox KY USA -- 08/01/2010
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3756. Vet 1958-1960
Clyde Boling -- Austin TX USA -- 08/01/2010
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3755. Getting ready to check out. Had a great time at this years reunion. The highlite was the attendance of our active cacti. I want to thank all the officers and everyone who helped put it togerter. They done a great job. See you next year in San Antontio. I have added a page to my web site on the run for the wall trip I took this year. Log onto cactiron.com and click on RFTW 2010 to see the trip. Cacti Ron
Ronald D Ray -- Sacramento CA USA -- 08/01/2010
Email -- http://Cactiron.com
3754. I was at a class in Pittsburgh at the same hotel you guys stayed at. I spoke with quite a few of you. Hope you all had a great time. I saw more CIB's than I could count. Thanks for your service, nice talking to you.
Mark Connolly
H Troop 10th Cav
RVN 72-73
Mark Connolly -- Pittsburgh PA USA -- 08/01/2010
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3753. I have lost touch with anyone that I fought with in the 35th Inf. Reg., 25th Div. in the early part of 53. I'm wondering if any are still alive.
Thomas C. Smith -- North Port FL USA -- 08/01/2010
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3752. I was in Korea with Co. C. 35th Inf. before the truce was signed in 1953.
Thomas C. Smith -- North Port FL USA -- 08/01/2010
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3751. Hi fellow Cacti brothers. Have not made a post for sometime.Got caught up in other things and got so busy I lost track of time and website. Just to give a little about me incase someone may remember me or was in same plt or sqd because I'm still not sure but have made contact with a couple guys that were in my unit. I was in B2/35th 3rd Bde Task Force 25th Inf Div. before it was redesinated 4th Inf Div. Our base camp was around Pleiku and operated around Duc Pho. I was there from Jan67-68. Also was in Khon Toun, I Drang Valley and had 1st Cav work with us and and hueys had sharks teeth painted on them that supported us. I would like to give my personal thanks to Bill Henson and Dick Arnold for all their help to me in the past. Cacti website has been a tremendous help in verify and confirming things, contacts I was in, KIA's and basically giving me closure on things I needed to know.One last thing even though its been 40 years, I was company armorer for our company for shortimers before I rotated back to USA and had the opportunity to come out to the field and exchange the old bolts that were giving our m-16's problems for a newer bolt that didn't jam. Just thought I would throw that in to see if anyone remembers that if you see this post.
Charles T.Coates(Chuck) -- Marietta GA USA -- 07/26/2010
Email -- http://www.nlcintl.com/nlc1092
3750. Opertion Wayne Force - I was one of the Air Force Tactical Air Control Party radio operators who deployed to LZ Washington with the 2/35. It was on experience for us due to the location of the LZ on top of a hill and the fact that our radio jeep had to be brought in by helicoptor. They lowered the ramp and flew the aircraft out from under our jeep while we stood on the brakes to keep from rolling down the hill. We ended up located right next to the helipad which required us to lower our antenna everytime an aircraft came in. When it rained we had a river running between the wheels of our vehicle.The first few days of the operation, we were the main communications with base camp due to equipment problems. I do have some photos of LZ Washington which show the camp. To everyone, I say Welcome Home Brothers.
Bob Veigel USAF TACP ROMAD
bob veigel -- Peoria, AZ USA -- 07/25/2010
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3749. On this day 7/22/1950 the Cacti lost 26 men. I salute and remember them! 5 and a wake up and I'm on my way! Pittsburgh "Get your women and children off the streets the Cacti is coming!"
Wiley Dodd (Tiny)-Sgt. at Arms -- Riverview MI USA -- 07/22/2010
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3748. Hey y'all,I was wondering if there are any of you Cacti' out there that remember or served with a Thomas/Tommy/T.J "The Best"" Shevlin from Brooklyn in the 2/35?He did 2 tours in 68 and 69 I think.He was rated an Airborne Ranger assigned to or attached to the 2/35.I just wondered if his name would ring any bells for anyone out there.PLease feel free to e-mail me if anyone recognizes the name and remembers anything about him no matter how small.
Yours sincerely and with greatest gratitude,
Pete Cochrane
"Stand up,Hook up"
Pete Cochrane -- Plantation FL USA -- 07/20/2010
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3747. Dear Cacti,
As many of you know, our son, Sudha, passed away in an auto accident last Tuesday, July 13th. He was 18 years old, and heading off to the University of New Hampshire in the fall. He had attended reunions with our family to Buffalo, Orlando, and Louisville. So he knew many of you and enjoyed his contacts with dad's army "buds" and their families. He had been awarded a Cacti scholarship for next fall. The knock on the door by the police at 3:00 AM in the pouring rain is every parent's worst nightmare. No getting around that. But the outpouring of support, overwhelming in its scope and breadth, will be treasured forever. Cacti, community members, friends, family, and even strangers have been by our sides through it all.
Cacti have called, emailed, offered to get on a plane, prayed, you name it. In the back of my mind, I always knew that you were there should I need help. But, when something like this happens, I am reminded just how close we are as brothers. A million thank you's would not suffice. I wish I could give each of you a hug, and tell you that we will be all right in the end. And that you could return the exact favor. But I can't. So consider yourself the recipient of a a virtual hug that will have to do instead. I do not know if we can get to the reunion in Pittsburgh. If not, we will be there in spirit. Thank you, and I love you all.
Jim "Mac" McDevitt
1/35th Infantry
C Co. 4th Platoon
Republic of Vietnam
Feb. 68 to Jan. 69
Jim \"Mac\" McDevitt -- Glen NH USA -- 07/19/2010
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3746. 7-17-10,Friends,family,local officials and Cacti Brothers
participated in memorial ceremonies and presented Sgt Henninger's Medals and various personal items to the Bay
Village Historical Society.To learn more enter Kenton
Henninger on Google search,many links to stories.
Patrick O\'Connor -- Southington OH USA -- 07/19/2010
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3745. I just read an article about Emil Matula in the Cacti Times. I know it was from a 1998 newspaper article, but am hoping he is still alive, and might have known my Great Uncle Stanley Ciemiega. He was also a Pearl Harbor Survivor, fought in Guadalcanal, Vella La Vella, and was KIA on Luzon on April 17th, 1945. Any help will be appreciated.
Scott Carver -- -- 07/16/2010
3744. THANKS FOR HONORING MY BROTHER WITH THE TOM KEHOE AWARD FOR FRIENDSHIP, SERVICE, ETC.
LOOKING FORWARD TO MEETING YOU ALL IN PITTSBURG (AND MEETING YOU AGAIN, FOR THOSE WHO I MET AT HIS FUNERAL).
HAVE A SAFE TRIP. UNTIL THEN.
JOAN KEHOE WENCEL -- PROSPECT HEIGHTS IL USA -- 07/15/2010
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3743. Company A 2nd 35th Infantry
walked point and was always first to get there (where ever that was)..most people called me "Durk"..came from Chicago and now live in Florida..reminds me of the bush and always warm..
Steve Durkovic -- Mount Dora FL USA -- 07/14/2010
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3742. The Cambodia 1970 Rendezvous in Reno, NV this past June 15-19 at the Circus Circus Hotel & Casino to honor the veterans from the 4th Infantry Div. and 3-506th was a huge success. We had some 72 attendees, including members from the 3-506th, 3-8th Inf., 1-12th Inf., 6-29th Artillery, 485th Medical Bn. (Dust-off 23) and Naval Intellence, but unfortunately no one attending from the 2-35th. Several had planned to attend, however. Officers, Platoon Sergeants and Medics wre presented with a 101st Airborne traditional screaming eagle on an oak base with engraved plate. All attendees who attended and participated in the Cambodia Operation--Binh Tay I--received a special frameable "Cambodian Incursion" Certificate of Recognition with their unit crest, rank and name, unit. The certificate, as well as photos and an AAR (After Action Report) of the reunion can be viewed at: www.currahee.org. The AAR will be posted shortly. Attendees from each of the units attending have expressed the desire to come together again in a year or so to renew the friendship and sharing that took place this reunion. The book--Twelve Days In May--is a huge success per attendees and others who have purchased their copy. If you want a copy, go to: www.cambodiaincursion.com. If you want an autographed copy: www.currahee.org.
Jerry Berry -- Libby MT USA -- 07/13/2010
Email -- http://www.currahee.org
3741. Attn Recon 2/35th
Our annual reunion luncheon will be held at Vincents Green Tree Restaurant Friday July 30th at 1:30 pm. You can check out the menu at vincentsgreentree.com Let me know if you are going to make it.
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 07/09/2010
Email
3740. We have more than 400 lapsed memberships on our roster, some of which date to 2001. I have begun the process of scrubbing a number of names from the "Cacti Times" mailing list. I encourage those who can to renew their membership now in the Association to ensure receipt of our excellent news magazine.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 07/06/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3739. Even though the registration form indicates July 1st to get your forms in there is still time. You can still mail them to me by July 17th and after that email or call me. See ya all soon!
Doc J -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 07/05/2010
Email
3738. LAST CALL! BRAVO 2/35th 10th ANNUAL LUNCHEON - In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Pittsburgh July 29 – Aug 1, 2010, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. This time we will be at Vincent’s of Greentree Restaurant, 333 Mansfield Ave, Friday July 30th @ 1PM. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a luncheon buffet and then conduct our business. Buffet: Take what and all that you want! Muffaletta Ring -Baked Ham, Genoa Salami, Provolone and Swiss Cheese, a special blend of Green and Black Olives and Hot Caesar's Salad Sauce. Tuna Ring - Italian Tuna with Celery, Onion, Egg and Mayonnaise topped with Lettuce and Tomato. Turkey Ring - Gourmet Turkey Breast topped w/Lettuce, Mayonnaise, Tomato and Swiss Cheese. Includes: Pasta, soda,lemonade, iced tea, milk, or coffee. Price: $16.00 per person includes tax, tip, and Cacti Convoy! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 23rd. Bravo..Better Than All To Be The Best!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 07/05/2010
Email
3737. leon washington was in the weapons squad of the 3rd platoon,B-1-35 inf, 3rd bde, 25th inf div. i was in the same platoon in hawaii and pleiku. would like to hear from c.m. bery that signed the guestbook,indicating that leon washington was his father. email marshall179@webtv.net.
marshall jackson -- lancaster SC USA -- 07/03/2010
Email
3736. I'm so proud of my Father Gary H. Nourigat and the service he performed for our great country. Thank you all for your service too, you are all my heroes!
Patricia Dawson -- Portland OR USA -- 07/03/2010
Email
3735. On the Cacti KIA page there is a post by Alonzo Jones regarding Staff Sergeant Ronald Kent and whether or not his body was recovered on 1-20-67 the day he was KIA. I contacted William (Teddy Bear) Carpenter who was a member of my squad when Kent was killed and he said that he personally pulled Kent's body back when he got hit and he never heard anything about him being MIA so it must have been somebody elses uniform the NVA was wearing when the OP took the NVA under fire who was wearing the Staff Sergeant uniform. Hope this clears up any doubts as to whether Kent's body was recovered. Happy 4th of July to all Cacti.
Chuck Norris
Former Recon Platoon Sgt
HHC 1/35 Inf
1966
Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 07/02/2010
Email
3734. Just wanting to wish everyone associated with the 35th Inf a very wonderful and enjoyable patriotic 4th of July. a comrade-in-arms and A CACTI FOREVER, Wayne(lucky)Lund
Wayne D. Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 06/30/2010
Email
3733. Mr Fogg, no my father was Leon Washington B Co 1/35. He served 2 tours in Vietnam and separated from the Army in '72.
C.M. Bery -- USA -- 06/26/2010
3732. C.M. Berry (CMSgt, USAF)
Was your dad Calvin Berry?
Dave Fogg -- USA -- 06/26/2010
3731. Thank you for honoring the Soldiers of 1/35, my father is listed among these heroes--this site allows me to share in some of his experiences in Vietnam that he never got to tell.
C.M. Berry (CMSgt, USAF) -- USA -- 06/26/2010
3730. This morning I distributed by email 403 copies of the summer 2010 issue of Cacti Times. Kudos to Editor John Lorts. Thirty-three emails were returned for various reasons. If you did not receive your electronic copy of the new issue, please let me know. Also, check your spam or junk folder in the event the newsletter was shuttled to never-never land.
See you in Pittsburgh!
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/23/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3729. A company will have a luncheon on Friday the 30th of July at the reunion. It will be held in the Radisson Hotel (the host hotel) at 1 p.m. in the Rivers Restaurant.
Please RSVP to my e-mail if you plan to attend. There will also be a sign up sheet at the registration table when you arrive at the reunion. Hope to see my fellow A company friends there.
David Manrique -- Fremont CA USA -- 06/23/2010
Email
3727. The question raised by Charles Rea regarding a majority membership vote to schedule a Cacti reunion at Branson, MO is not one I'm familiar with; at least I can't find any record of one in the archives. Nor have I as Secretary written such a resolution.
That's not a rap on Branson. I'm originally from Missouri, and am partial to the state. As I understand it, the reunions are held in metro areas to make it easier for Cacti to fly into an airport big enough to make connecting flights and park a 737. Available banquet facilities are a particularly significant issue for our Saturday banquet, as well.
I don't know about the gambling and golf, Charles mentioned. Neither activity is of interest to me. Seeing my Cacti family each year provides me with all the incentive I need to go to our reunions.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 06/21/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3726. Why are the reuions most times are in metro area.
Is it true there is a vote, taken. I seen in the mag. or on line that a morjority, voted to have one in Branson Mo. a small town. How come this vote was over rid. I can understand some wanting the atmosphere, of a larger area. Gambling and Golfing.
Branson has a good golf course. Gam. I played one game of cards in Nam and lost. Haven't played since.
C.Rea
Charles Rea -- Harrison AR USA -- 06/20/2010
Email
3725. In loving memory of Roger Fulkerson, KIA 25 September 1968. He would have been 65 today. He lives on through his daughter Lynne and her children, Jensen and Colton along with his friends and I who have never forgotten an extraordinary man.
Jeanne Griffin Smith -- Sacramento CA USA -- 06/19/2010
Email
3724. Seeking information re: ammo dump explosion near duc pho
in early to mid 1967. Sky blackened, everyone's eyes were burning and bad taste in mouth.
I was in HHC,2/35th
Thanks
Joe Flanagan
Joe Flanagan -- Downers Grove IL USA -- 06/18/2010
Email
3723. 1st platoon Bravo 2/35 1969 1970.Looking for info on reunion. 877 235 1553 toll free
Joe Brehl -- Washington PA USA -- 06/17/2010
Email
3722. BRAVO 2/35th 10th ANNUAL LUNCHEON - In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Pittsburgh July 29 – Aug 1, 2010, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. This time we will be at Vincent’s of Greentree Restaurant, 333 Mansfield Ave, Friday July 30th @ 1PM. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a luncheon buffet and then conduct our business. Buffet: Take what and all that you want! Muffaletta Ring -Baked Ham, Genoa Salami, Provolone and Swiss Cheese, a special blend of Green and Black Olives and Hot Caesar's Salad Sauce. Tuna Ring - Italian Tuna with Celery, Onion, Egg and Mayonnaise topped with Lettuce and Tomato. Turkey Ring - Gourmet Turkey Breast topped w/Lettuce, Mayonnaise, Tomato and Swiss Cheese. Includes: Pasta, soda,lemonade, iced tea, milk, or coffee. Price: $16.00 per person includes tax, tip, and Cacti Convoy! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 23rd. Bravo..Better Than All To Be The Best!
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 06/10/2010
Email -- http://B 2/35 68 - 69
3721. My Grandfather received the Silver Star on Guadalcanal in World War II. He was in the 35th Infantry Regiment assigned to the 25th Infantry Division. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to obtain the citation? I do have the GO Number and the Silver Star citation number that was in his discharge papers. I have sent information to NPRC and they were unable to locate it.
Thank you,
Chuck Bartenslager
Chuck Bartenslager -- Tecumseh MI USA -- 06/07/2010
Email
3720. I would like to most humbly offer an apology to Mrs. Kristin (Rathjen) Harmon. On my Guestbook entry of 31 May I incorrectly referred to having met with Cpl Josh Harmon's "Sister" instead of his Wife. I realized my mistake today when I came across Entry 2847 of the October 2007-September 2008 Guestbook. Please accept this apology as no disrespect was intended by this gaffe. Again, I hope to see you and your Mother in Law at Pittsburgh! God bless you both!!
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 06/06/2010
Email
3719. June 5, 1970 Bravo 2/35 lost another of it's finest. Red Horner who was 18 years old when he was KIA. Along time ago or was it just yesterday? Never Forget !
Sonny Cortese -- Glenolden PA USA -- 06/06/2010
Email
3718. Remembering Ken Henninger: use this e-mail account to enter messages about Sgt. Ken Henninger ( KIA March 7, 1969 in A Co, 2/35th ) I will attempt to forward all to his Bay Vilage, OH classmates. They are hosting a fitting memorial ( Sat. July 17, 2010 in Bay Vllage, OH) in conjunction with their 45th class reunion.
Rick Strawn A Co. 2/35th Inf 68-69
Rick Strawn -- Salem OR USA -- 06/05/2010
Email
3717. The Memorial for Sgt Ken Henninger is fast approaching ( 7-17-10 ) Please,let me know who will attend and if they need lodging.Ken's classmates have set up a block of rooms and all Cacti in attendance are invited to several functions as well as the memorial service.
Patrick O\'Connor -- Southington OH USA -- 06/04/2010
Email
3716. June 4, 1970 - 40 years ago- is a day that will never leave my memory, that is the day we lost my old buddy Guinn. A sad day, but Guinn is always a happy memory to me. He was the funniest guy I ever knew and that's how I will always remember him. Miss you buddy. Not a day goes by that you aren't in my thoughts. Not a day goes by that I don't smile for your memory. Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 06/03/2010
Email
3715. Cacti brothers, I would like to ask that we all remember all our brothers we lost on this day. I ask all to salute 3 great men from "C" 1/35 and they are as follows:
Lt. Steven Gilmer, Sergeant Harry Butler, Corporal Delbert Ray Brockmeyer. I also want to thank the following men for their actions on June 3rd 1968. Lt. Jim Cooke, Joe Skillings, Jim McDevitt, Craig "DJ" McGowan, Phil Stenke, Bob Maltby, "Doc" Davis, Phil Surace, Gypsey, Lacosta, and the rest of "C" 1/35. It is because of the bravery and grit of my Charlie Company brothers that I am here today. Thank You. Cacti Forever. "Doc" Olea.
Forrest Joe "Doc" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 06/03/2010
Email
3714. God Bless One and all on Memorial day. This time of year I get hit with survivor's guilt . pray for those we lost, those we knew, those who survived, those who were and those who will be... Cacti
-- USA -- 06/01/2010
3713. Just got back from Arlington. Went to visit Sgt John Jenkins(C-2, KIA 25 Sep 68)but the road to his Gravesite was blocked off until 130 due to presence of V.P. at Ampitheatre. Still managed to hump down the hill and look for the Blackhawk Crash Memorial. When I found it there was a young couple placing flowere by the Stone. It was Cpl Josh Harmon's Sister. We talked for a while, took pictures and I left a Flag along with Website pictures of the 10 Soldiers attached below the Flag on the wooden dowel. Josh's sister said she might come by at the reunion in Pittsburgh. I hope she does!
Well, better sign off for now 'cause my 'Dogs' are really barking!(Haven't walked that much since Sep. 67!)
Hope to see all of you in "Steel City" in July.
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 05/31/2010
Email
3712. I am saying a special prayer this Memorial Day for all those we lost in Viet Nam. May they rest in peace! I am also praying for their families.
Erle S. Gooding -- Houston TX USA -- 05/31/2010
Email
3711. In memory of Sp4 Andrew Castelda who served willingly and well. More than just a name on the wall, he is missed everyday. KIA 3/12/67
a friend -- USA -- 05/31/2010
3710. My husband, James Oris Blankenship, was killed in VN on Jan 8, 1968. We met just before he graduated from OCS at Ft Benning (Class #10-66). We dated while he was assigned to jump school at Ft Benning. It was truly God's design to have us fall in love and have what little time we had together. We were married at Ft Sill, Oklahoma where we were blessed with a son before he left for VN (Douglas James, now 42). Our son's twin daughter (Julia Mae), died 7 days after birth. In those 2 months of fatherhood before going to VN, I saw a man torn between the desire to be with his family and raise his son and his loyalty to his country. We mourn his loss each day. And feel sad for those who never had the chance to spend time with this wonderful and beautiful person.
Jill Blankenship Riedel -- Peoria AZ USA -- 05/30/2010
Email
3709. Remembering all the soildiers-- past- present-- thank God for all of them--I have what I have today- and a future to look forward to- thanks to all of them- God Bless all my Cacti friends
Fred Shook -- Adel GA USA -- 05/30/2010
Email
3708. I have made the run for the wall central route and I left some remembrances at the wall in honor of fallen comrades from 1/35 recon 66 - 67. I will leave in a few days back to Sacramento. I am riding to Maine and work my way down the east coast to the keys and then across to California. Looking for invites where we can pitch a tent. It has been a 3300 mile welcome parade. Cacti Ron
Ronald Ray -- Sacramento CA USA -- 05/30/2010
Email -- http://Cactiron.com
3707. June 8th 1966. C/1st/35th outside DucCo.Point man Stevens hit in leg, myself in chest, others?? What happened? Sgt Taylor,PFC Barnell? others??
bob stedman -- Columbus OH USA -- 05/30/2010
Email
3706. I will visit Spec 4 Russel Crawford at the Santa Nella National Cemetery tomorow, his birthday was yesterday and it's a thing we do.
I hope you guys and gals have found some inner peace over the years.
chris rose -- Modesto CA USA -- 05/29/2010
Email
3705. I served with Delta 1/35 4th inf Div. Remembering all those lost during this special Memorial Day weekend. Richard Stevens
Richard Stevens -- Council Bluffs IA USA -- 05/29/2010
Email
3704. I served with co. B 2/35th inf. from 19jul68-19jul69. Our most colorful cmdr was 1st. lt. wlliam burdick (wild bill). I was w/ 2nd plt 3rd sqd. We were just big kids w/guns, but we gave em hell boys in the 2 corps. Welcome home bravo company.
ron greene -- Hayward CA USA -- 05/25/2010
Email
3703. 43 years today I was a new guy B Co 1/35 and scared to death, having been in country less than a month when the fire fight started. Years later I leaned the names of the men who died that day Merlin Cadwell, Harry McGuire, Leonard Morgan, Moses Poindexter, Ron Ward & Ken Worman Now I can put names to the faces God bless you brothers I will never forget you.Bob Marley
Bob Marley -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 05/23/2010
Email
3702. Gone but never forgotten..Robert Murphy..A/1/35TH..May 22, 1967..
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 05/22/2010
Email
3701. May 19,1967 A/1/35TH saw three of this nations finest pay the ultimate sacrifice..Kenyon Elroy Bean, Walter Thomas Geiger, Everett E. Johnson Jr..Gone but never forgotten..
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 05/22/2010
Email
3700. Alright all you reunion golfers. I've set up tee times for the Hickory Heights Golf Club in Bridgeville, Pa Friday July 30th starting at 8:30am. The cost is $30 (w/cart) for seniors over 55. I think we qualify. If you're going to rent clubs it will cost you another $25. Let me know if you're going to play and/or need to rent clubs.
Doc J -- Baton Rgoue LA USA -- 05/20/2010
Email
3699. On this day 43 years ago, my oldest brother, Joseph Ledesma, Jr., Roland Rush, and Gary Killian, all members of C-2/35, were killed in the Battle of Vihn Hien, Quang Ngai Province,Vietnam. Joey has never, and will never be forgotten. We love you and miss you bro.
David Ledesma -- San Jose CA USA -- 05/20/2010
Email
3698. 43 years ago today my father lost his life fighting with a great bunch of great men. I know these were great men because I have met them and they have welcomed my family with open arms and we are truly grateful. My father was so proud to be serving with the quality of men that call themselves "Cacti". I hope to see you all again in PIT this year. You guys make this day easier for me and I cant thank you enough. "Cacti Forever"
Mike Johnson
Mike Johnson -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 05/19/2010
Email
3697. May 19,1967 A/1/35TH saw three of this nations finest pay the ultimate sacrifice..Kenyon Elroy Bean, Walter Thomas Geiger, Everett E. Johnson Jr..Gone but never forgotten..
David C Crocker -- Clinton MD USA -- 05/19/2010
Email
3696. The web address for run for the wall is a .org instead of .com. (rftw.org) Cacti Ron
ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 05/17/2010
Email -- http://cactiron.com
3695. I am looking for anyone that may have known SFC John Cothran? He passed away in 2006. His niece is trying to gain info on his Army career.
Thanks,
Roger
LTC (Ret) Roger Gaines -- El Paso TX USA -- 05/17/2010
Email -- http://army.togetherweserved.com/profile/193119
3694. I am going to go on the Run For The Wall (rftw.com) central route. We start from Southern California Wed. the 19th and will end up in DC on memorail day with over 500,000 riders. I am going to send out daily emails on the trip. If you would like to be added to the email list just email me your address. The wife and I are planning on attending the reunion this year and would like to know if there is any interest in getting up a trip to the wall after the reunion. Cacti Ron
ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 05/17/2010
Email -- http://cactiron@mac.com
3693. Troopers, my latest book--Twelve Days In May--is now available. The pages of this book present the factual story of the 4th Infantry Division Cambodian Incursion in May 1970â?"not only the role of my battalion, the 3-506th, but the story behind each of the five other 4th Infantry battalions and their support units--aviation, artillery, medical, engineers, and logistics--who participated in the campaign. The men who fought the battles and faced the enemy gallantly deserve more than being recorded as only numbers and statistics on faded archives pages, or having their names etched for eternity on the Vietnam Wall. Behind these statistics are countless untold stories that bring out the devastation of war in vivid detail and told by those who were there, including the "Cacti Blue" troopers. Unlike other books written about the 4th ID's involvement, read what really happened in Binh Tay I. You can order the book on the internet or directly from me at: www.currahee.org. I think you will like the book. I will be honored to autograph a copy for you, if ordered from www.currahee.org. BTW, we have organized a special reunion in Reno, NV, June 15-19 at the Circus Circus Hotel & Casino to honor all of you who participated in that northern thrust into Cambodia. Come join us and be honored. Check out the details on www.currahee.org to see who all have already signed up.
Hardcover with dust jacket = $29.99
Softcover = $19.99
ebook = $9.00
Jerry Berry in Montana
Currahee!
Jerry Berry -- Libby MT USA -- 05/13/2010
Email -- http://www.currahee.org
3692. Barry Mullineaux died 40 years ago today. He had re-uped and was a CO with the 1st Cav. He was killed when the man behind him stepped on a landmine in Cambodia. He was my Plt Leader with B 1/35th and I was his RTO. I think of Barry often and wonder what he would have been, or what he could have been. Rest in peace my friend.
Howard Johnson -- Minnetonka MN USA -- 05/13/2010
Email
3691. On May 8th 1970 Bravo Company lost Dick Matheis in Cambodia. May 13th on our return from Cambodia, Bravo Co lost 2 more good men and many injuried in the that Chinook crash. Paul Ramos and Lt.Bazzinotti all fine men and dedicated soldiers. Lt. Bazzinotti and I arrived in late February 1970 from Alpha Company 1st Battalion 8th Infantry when the 1st Bat colors were sent home. May these fine men and all the others who never returned home REST IN PEACE.
Sonny Cortese -- Glenolden PA USA -- 05/12/2010
Email
3690. ATTENTION! A brand new website has been launched for veterans and active duty service members to locate each other. The Armed Forces Locator website is a FREE service for veterans and active duty service members who have a desire to find old buddies. It is the first directory-based website on the Internet. When members from your old unit register you are automatically informed. It is a great service. Try it out today!
Ed York -- USA -- 05/10/2010
Email -- http://www.armedforceslocator.com
3689. Looking for Herman Logan, A/2/35 ,67-68 Duc pho, Pleiku.
Roberto Albandoz -- Canovanas P.R. -- 05/10/2010
Email
3688. BRAVO 2/35th 10th ANNUAL LUNCHEON - In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Pittsburgh July 29 – Aug 1, 2010, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. This time we will be at Vincent’s of Greentree Restaurant, 333 Mansfield Ave, Friday July 30th @ 1PM. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a luncheon buffet and then conduct our business. Buffet: Take what and all that you want! Muffaletta Ring -Baked Ham, Genoa Salami, Provolone and Swiss Cheese, a special blend of Green and Black Olives and Hot Caesar's Salad Sauce. Tuna Ring - Italian Tuna with Celery, Onion, Egg and Mayonnaise topped with Lettuce and Tomato. Turkey Ring - Gourmet Turkey Breast topped w/Lettuce, Mayonnaise, Tomato and Swiss Cheese. Includes: Pasta, soda,lemonade, iced tea, milk, or coffee. Price: $16.00 per person includes tax, tip, and Cacti Convoy! Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to: Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. All reservations have to be received before July 23rd. Bravo..Better Than All To Be The Best!
Peter Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 05/08/2010
Email -- http://B 2/35 68 - 69
3687. Hello, I am writing for my husband, Peter, He would love to find out if any of his fellow brother veterans have signed in and if you could possibly put him in touch with anyone who may know of anyone that may have served their country with my husband. Peter was in the 35th Infantry Division Cacti Company B from 1958 - 1960. Thank you for you time. Also, if there is any news of any reunions regarding these veterans, please advise. Thank you so very much. God Bless all of you! Leila
Peter A. McClusky -- Walbridge OH USA -- 05/04/2010
Email
3685. We have a new war story from WW2 in our war stories section from Charles Sheaffer 1944-1945. It's a good read!
Wiley Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 05/04/2010
Email
3684. Ann, Your e-mail appears to be bad in the posting for information on Phil Chin Patterson. One of our historians has a bit of information to offer from your request. Please post again with a good e-mail address or contact me. Thanks -- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 05/03/2010
Email
3683. Hi, Does anyone have any information on 1st Lt. Phil Chinn Patterson? He died June 30, 1944 at the age of 28. He left behind a son who never knew him--we're his family.
ann -- WA USA -- 05/02/2010
Email
3682. Today would have been my brother's birthday-- Robert Shook kia aug 2 69- he would have been 62 today-- still miss him every day. God Bless all the cacti that have helped me with his memory.
fred shook -- Adel GA USA -- 04/28/2010
Email
3681. As we slowly, and sadly, approach Menorial weekend I would like to thank each and every one you MEN and WOMEN that preserved the America I know and love! Spec 4 Russel L. Crawford "celebrated" his birthday during this weekend each year, I was a louse of a nephew to not have googled LZ-10 Alpha before he passed away this past year. IF I had done so I would have known so much more, understood so much more about Russ and YOU AMERICAN HERO's. God bless, save and forgive each of you for the burdens you carry for the sacrices you all gave...some more than others, but each of you AND your spouses gave SO VERY MUCH! "Thank you" sounds cheap in comparison, but please, I beg you, understand that most of us fully understand and fully comprehend that what you sacrificed of your youth and your mature years, as well as what your spouses have endured are so very much undervalued by much of the current American population...but also understand that that in NO WAY will you ever be in need if you Veterans step up and request what you NEED in support as you age finely like a good wine. Thank you may sound cheap, but if you speak up and request assistance I know you will receive it. Thank you again you GREAT AMERICAN's! LT. Daniel Hyde, I drive by where you rest frequently, and Modesto thinks of you every day. LT. Larry Connor was and IS a man of honor.
Chris Rose -- Modesto CA USA -- 04/27/2010
Email
3680. I'm looking for anyone that was with Delta Co that may remember our unit getting mortared while returning from patrol on March 11, 1969. I am also searching for anyone who served in my unit during the period September 1968 through September 1969.
Please email me: vtlamonica@msn.com
Delta Co. "68-69"
Vince Lamonica -- Boswell PA USA -- 04/24/2010
Email
3679. I'm searching for anyone who served with my father, (PFC) John H. Barrett Jr. while assigned to Company E, 35th Infantry Regiment in Korea from '53 -'54. I'd like to present him with something special this father's day; any memories and/or photos you can share will be greatly appreciated.
CW2 Roger W. Barrett -- Fredericksburg VA USA -- 04/24/2010
Email
3678. I tried this post before, but it did not go up.
O.K. help me out...C co 2-35th, 4-67-4-68. We had a poker game at a firebase, I think it would have been in early 1968 shortly before my DEROS. I won some money, the guy that owed me money told me I could take a coat he bought in Australia on R&R. I took the coat home. I think it was stored at Pleiku if memory serves me correct. I found the leather coat to be too big, and had a stain from mildew. I ended up swapping it at Ft. Lewis to one of my fellow cadre. I swapped it for my wedding band. I still have the band almost 42 years later. I just wanted to thank my fellow Cacti, I am sorry I can't recall who it was? Does your memory fail you like mine? Cacti Forever!
Dan LaRoche
Dan LaRoche -- East Wenatchee WA USA -- 04/23/2010
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3677. On 30 Sept. 1968 my freind Johnny T. Fuller lost his life near Duc Lap I still dont know all the circumstance of this tragety if anyone has info please contact me . thanks Jim (usmc) retired
Jim McElroy -- DeWitt AR USA -- 04/23/2010
Email
3676. My father Mark S. Campau B/2/35 M-60 gunner 4-67 to 4-68. Looking for pictures any and all that have him in them. He is retired from the operating engineers local 324. Still married has 3 kids,3 grand children and one on the way. My e-mail is mc2sdc@yahoo.com, thank you to all who served and your help.
Stephen D. Campau USMC/Ret -- Lincoln Park MI USA -- 04/17/2010
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3675. 42 YEARS AGO TODAY WE LOST MANY A GOOD SOLDIER TO THE NVA ON MILE HIGH INCLUDING LARRY SLOAN...MAY THEY BE WITH GOD ..WAITING FOR US WHEN WE GET THERE.LARRY I WANT A BIG HUG!
SURF
MILES SAWVEL -- MELBOURNE FL USA -- 04/15/2010
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3674. In tribute to those who lost there lives on April 15, 1968 on LZ Mile High. Rest in peace, never forgotten.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 04/15/2010
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3673. With special memories remembering Sp4 Andrew Castelda - 4/12/47 KIA 3/12/67.
A Friend -- USA -- 04/12/2010
3672. BRAVO 2/35th 10th ANNUAL LUNCHEON - In conjunction with the Cacti Regimental Reunion in Pittsburgh July 29 – Aug 1, 2010, Bravo Company will meet again for lunch. This time we will be at Vincent’s of Greentree Restaurant, 333 Mansfield Ave, Friday July 30th @ 1PM. A private room has been provided for us so that we can enjoy a luncheon buffet and then conduct our business.
Buffet: Take what and all that you want! Muffaletta Ring -Baked Ham, Genoa Salami, Provolone and Swiss Cheese, a special blend of Green and Black Olives and Hot Caesar's Salad Sauce. Tuna Ring - Italian Tuna with Celery, Onion, Egg and Mayonnaise topped with Lettuce and Tomato. Turkey Ring - Gourmet Turkey Breast topped w/Lettuce, Mayonnaise, Tomato and Swiss Cheese. Includes: Pasta, soda,lemonade, iced tea, milk, or coffee.
Price: $16.00 per person includes tax, tip, and Cacti Convoy!
Sign up: Please make out your check and mail to:
Peter Birrow, 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879.
All reservations have to be received before July 23rd.
Bravo..Better Than All To Be The Best!
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 04/10/2010
Email -- http://B 2/35 68 - 69
3671. I want to thank you so much for this website. I found information on a friend, Duane C. Scott, who was KIA in 1969. He's been a hometown hero. He and my brother, who also served in Viet Nam, were friends growing up and we all miss him very much - even after all these years. Right now my brother is going through cancer treatment and feels the need to find information on Duane. His cancer is from Agent Orange exposure. Please keep him in your prayers. And, thank you again.
Deb Sherwood -- Bolivar NY USA -- 04/09/2010
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3670. Just wanted to let everyone know we have a few new war stories on the site.
Tiny
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 04/09/2010
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3669. I am very impressed by the professional presentation of your site. And you have done it in a relatively short span of years. I have recently made friends with John Lorts and Tom Brown, both who have served honorably with your unit. Fine men, dedicated warriors, and sincere human beings. I am a Marine Corps combat vet who considers it a high honor to know these men and what they have sacrificed. I say to all combat vets- "same mud, same blood" ooohrah!!
Ben Dickson -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 04/08/2010
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3668. April 5, 1968 Delta 1/35 lost one good man on Mile High this day. George Edden, rest in peace never forgotten.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 04/06/2010
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3667. Anyone looking to split a room to keep costs down at the reunion I have reserved a room with two double beds. Let me know. You can reach me at 916-804-5284 or bayvuepugs@live.com
John Morgan
HHC/D 2/35
67-68
John Morgan -- Colfax CA USA -- 04/05/2010
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3666. On April 3,1968 Delta Co. 2/35th walked into an ambush on Hill 1062. We lost 4 men and had numerous wounded. It was a day from hell and one I can't get out of my mind. In memory of those we lost REST IN PEACE BROTHERS FOR YOU ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN.
John Morgan
John Morgan -- Cilfax CA USA -- 04/01/2010
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3665. Is there anyone out there who possibly remembers my uncle, PFC Ernest V. Fuqua, Jr.? He was KIA on Nov. 28, 1950 in North Korea. He was a member of Company E, 2nd Battalion, 35th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division. He was killed when I was only 5 years old so I only remember him by the few pictures I have. I would love to hear from anyone who might have known him.
Sue Prill -- Utica MI USA -- 04/01/2010
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3664. Whole month of March 69 was a hell of a month for the Cacti every company in multiple contacts and the Recon platoon involved in most of them including March 29th a whole day of close quarters contact. We had 6 wounded but left a pile of enemy KIA's. It was a hell of a day and month!
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 03/31/2010
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3663. 28 September - 30 September 1969, 3 days that have stayed with me since that time. Bravo 2/35 went into the Chu Pa's on the 28th; got ambushed on the 29th, and again on the 30th. Charlie, 2/35 and Recon 2/35 joined us along with some CIDG. If the 4th was using is for bait, it worked. Scotty and Ananian rest in peace. For the est of us who made it out of the mountains - Welcome home.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 03/30/2010
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3662. 28 March - 30 March 1969, 3 days that have stayed with me since that time. Bravo 2/35 went into the Chu Pa's on the 28th; got ambushed on the 29th, and again on the 30th. Charlie, 2/35 and Recon 2/35 joined us along with some CIDG. If the 4th was using is for bait, it worked. Scotty and Ananian rest in peace. For the rest of us who made it out of the mountains - Welcome home.
Mike Slyck -- Rochester NY USA -- 03/30/2010
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3661. I haven`t been on here for awhile because of health issues. Its been 42 years since I lost my brother SPEC4 WILLIAM "DOC" DOUGLAS WYANT. But the loss is still deep within my heart. I feel and pray for the soldiers that are in action now and that they will soon come home to those they love safe and sound. May God be there watching over them and all of you who have gone before and those who didn`t make it home and their families. May your Easter be a time of peace and love. Mary
Mary e Fast -- Moline IL USA -- 03/26/2010
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3660. For those who receive the printed version of the Cacti Times, it is in the mail. Expect delivery any time within the next 14 days, depending on where you live. I hope to see you at our reunion in Pittsburgh. If you haven't started making plans to attend, now is the time to get going. If you have never attended one of these special events, you don't know what you are missing. I promise you that you won't regret it!
John Lorts -- Virginia Beach VA USA -- 03/26/2010
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3659. On this date forty years ago B/2/35 lost another of their own, Larry Comis. May he rest in peace and never be forgotten.
Sonny Cortese -- PA USA -- 03/24/2010
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3658. Our KIA page shows 26 KIA's for today March 18th, Not all the same year or even the same war 23 Vietnam, 2 Korea, 1 WW2. But a day to honor the sacrifice and patriotism of our warriors who didn't make it home. Rest in Peace my Brothers
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 03/21/2010
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3657. I'm writing this in the memory of my cousin George E. Edden. He was like a big brother to me, his last three years of high school he lived with us. I remember the day he told my dad that he volunteered in the army. My dad was sad but knowing George he was doing the right thing for our Country. He joined the army when i was twelve years old and everyday I watched the morning news. Just to try to see him. I wrote letter and sent pictures and so did he. It was my first year of hunting season and he was proud of me. George was just a good old country boy and had good values. I remember the day when my aunt called and told us George was MIA. Then a few days later we got the call that he was killed in action. I will never forget that day. My dad,mom and I cried for a long time. It was a typical Montana day. It was cold and there was alot of snow on the ground. He was killed April 5th 1968 at LZ Mile High. Im very sure that he was a very brave man. His funeral was the first funeral that I've ever been to, and they played taps, I cried my eyes out. There's not a week that goes by that I don't think about him. I named my son after him. Rest in Piece George.
Dave E. Warburton -- East Helena MT USA -- 03/14/2010
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3656. I am trying to recall an incident which I think occured on 27 Aug 68, I remember the date because it was my birthday. I was B Co. 2nd Platoon, and I was still a FNG. I don't recall names of individuals I was with, or specific details, or where exactly we were, nor did I ask any questions but this is what I remember. I was a member of a small squad of individuals, maybe six of us, sent out from a firebase we were using for a few days, to moniter any enemy movement on a trail which was quite some distance from base. I remember we climbed up into trees and watched for charlie, and finally, 3 or 4 appeared. We came out of the trees, engaged charlie and elimated them, I remember my weapon was an M-79 at the time. I have checked after action reports and timeline index, and can find no information regarding this engagement. There is more to this story, and I will put it into a War Story if anyone can coaberate this info.
Bob Kleinknight -- Fresno CA USA -- 03/11/2010
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3655. Thank you for all that you have done, in creating the 35th inf. regiment association. I served with the 2/35inf from May of 1968 through Aug. of 1969. I remember going from LZ to LZ, but I just can't remember time frames and the LZ's. I remember scottie and Ranger but nothing else. Does the association have a chronological history of the 35th during this period of time. Our unit moved often and was often designated as the first unit to set-up a perimeter. I remember taking over an LZ which had been occupied by the 9th or the 25th inf. we were there for several weeks, while the rotting bodies or portions thereof still remained on the concertina wire. Can you clear me up on the specific unit. I'd like to get my own history in order. Thanks alot, Lisandro
Lisandro De Hoyos -- Oak Hills CA USA -- 03/11/2010
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3654. In remembrance of all of the brave soldiers who selflessly and heroically participated in the battles of March 12 and March 21, 1967.
Glenn Perrone -- New York NY USA -- 03/11/2010
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3653. The days turned to months and then years, but the smile and friendship never forgotten. Still holding a special place in our hearts - Sp4 Andrew Castelda KIA 3/12/67.
A Friend -- USA -- 03/11/2010
3652. I served with A 1/35 from 1979 to 1981. Positions i held were team leader and squad leader in 3rd platoon. During my time assigned to the unit, we deployed to Korea on Team Spirit 80 and 81. Is there any kind of unit records available that would depict the unit being involved with those two Team Spirits. I need this info to verify my membership eligibility with the VFW which requires 30 consecutive days or 60 non consecutive days.
I can be reach via email... mike113055@gmail.com
thanks,
Cacti
Mike McLendon
Mike McLendon -- Idaho Falls ID USA -- 03/10/2010
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3651. I have updates on 2 of our Brother Cacti to pass on:
1. It is with remorse that I report the passing of Sergeant Geno J."Snake" Simonetti of Ephrata PA. Sgt Simonetti(according to info. I have on hand) 'entered the Kingdom of Heaven' on Saturday 27 Feb. 'Snake served with the Regiment in Korea in 1951 and was a Boxer while in the Service. REST IN PEACE BROTHER!!
2. I have met and talked to our Brother Ron Urgola. He is alive and well and is keeping up to date with our Activities via this Website. Ron was with 2nd Plt. C Co. 2nd Bn back in 67 We had a nice visit and I will keep in touch with him.
Will sign off for now as I have another Cacti group of Korea War Memorabilia coming up to the end of its Auction time. Hope to see you all in Pittsburgh with some more items of Cacti memorabilia that I have collected since last years Reunion.
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 03/09/2010
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3650. On this date 40 years ago B-2/35 lost a good platoon leader Lt. John Penaman. An officer who led by example and not by commands. May he rest in peace and not be forgotten.
Sonny Cortese -- PA USA -- 03/08/2010
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3649. Served with Delta 1/35 4th inf div . 2nd platoon. April 67-April 68. Great web site . I enjoy it very much. Keep up the good work. To all take care .Richard Stevens
Richard Stevens -- Council Bluffs IA USA -- 03/07/2010
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3648. Does anyone rememeber my uncle, John K. Gilligan?
He was in L Co 25th division
Thank you.
Mary Beth Rogers
mary beth rogers -- stow MA USA -- 03/07/2010
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3647. I received the following letter in today's mail: Dear Mr. Hall,
While cleaning up my Dad's home I found your letter to him dated 11-22-01. It was on his desk as if he had recently been re-reading it. I remember my Dad speaking fondly of you and all of his platoon buddies. I have all his photo's from Nam and you are in it. This letter is to sadly let you know that my Dad- Jerry J Cox died on Sunday January 24, 2010.
Please take care of yourself sir and thank you for being my Dad's good friend and brother-in-arms
Sincerely
Steve Cox
Jerry was mistaken, I actually wasn't his platoon medic. He was 2nd platoon while I was the medic for 1st platoon but I am sad to hear of his passing. I had contacted him as part of an effort to contact all Bravo guys from that period. This news is for all of you 2nd platoon guys who may of served with Jerry. If you would like the address of the son I would be happy to supply it to you.- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/04/2010
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3646. Hi All it has been quite a while since I have checked into the Cacti - Lots of Great Changes Phil.
I was wondering if anyone - and I know someone does and may have already answered the question - exactly where was Mile High. I was looking on Google Earth and think I might have found it but don't know since I don't know which way and how far we went out of Kontum. The Co-ordinates I came up with are 14° 27' 31.07"N by 107°44' 20.77E at and elevation of 5,800'. The one thing that makes this stand out is the small bump of a hill near this summit. If it is the right mtn that was where I think the Marines that were there before us had left a 105.
Any Help?? - Phillip
Phillip Buice -- Tucker GA USA -- 03/04/2010
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3645. I would like to personally thank all those that create and send out the "CACTI TIMES". Your endless work and sacrifice are greatly appreciated.
Thanks for everything you do!!!!
Ole
Alan "Ole" Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 02/27/2010
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3644. Association Secretary, Bill Henson has recently mailed out hundreds of reminders that Annual Membership Dues are due for 2010.
For many of us we receive these and set them aside with the intention of doing something with them in the near future AND THEN we get side tracked. (Imagine that, forgetting something at our age!)
Anyway, if you have received your notice please dig it out and handle it today.
If you have not received a notice but know that you are behind schedule please take care of this before that old memory intervenes again.
AND if you are an ex-cacti and have never been a member but visit this web site please get off of the fence and join us in supporting all of the important projects we do in keeping the Association viable and meaningful
Just go to the membership section of this web site and take a few minutes to join with us. You have earned that right.
The money is minor the good deeds it supports are priceless.
Thanks -- Cacti Forever, Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 02/27/2010
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3643. My great great uncle was William W. Cooper. 35th Inf Fox Co. light machine gun section 1st squad. WW2....KIA at Guadalcanal on Jan. 13 1943. If there is somehow someone still out there who served with him I would love to talk to you and find out more about him. Thank you very much
John Cooper -- Knoxville TN USA -- 02/27/2010
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3642. I am going to be in the orlando area for about a week. I rode my bike here for bike week. Would like to meet up with some cacti. Give me a call or e-mail. 916-335-9209. Cacti Ron
ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 02/26/2010
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3641. HI Brothers. Just wanted to let YOU KNOW I'm no longer in tennessee. I am now living in Milton,florida. GOD BLESS all the CACTI, & GOD BLESS AMERICA. SP/4 Frank De Bilio. echo company 4 Deuce 1/35th aug-68, aug69.
SP/4 Frank De Bilio -- Milton FL USA -- 02/24/2010
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3640. 2/23/69 - Lost my dad, PFC Dan Gleason, C Co, 2nd, 35th. 41 years later, and not a day goes by that he's not loved, missed, and remembered.
Jim Gleason -- Mandan ND USA -- 02/23/2010
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3639. We're making progress, guys. This morning I distributed 389 copies of the spring 2010 electronic "Cacti Times." Only 31 bounced back. For those of you who did not receive your electronic copy, check your spam file first, then contact me. Also, several members block the receipt of e-mail from me, thus they fail to receive the "Cacti Times."
John Lorts did a great job with this issue; thanks, John!
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 02/23/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3638. 4TH INF 68/69 GRUNT TIGER C COMPANY 1ST/35 LZ JEAN,CHO PAU ,ENGLISH DAC TOE
LARRY W FOX -- STUARTS DRAFT VA USA -- 02/22/2010
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3637. Ms. Niezgoda was my religious education teacher at Sacred Heart Church Dearborn, MI many years ago. I remember her being very upset this one day at school. She was wearing all black. She then told our class that her son had died in Viet Nam. He was on long range recon. We were young. We didn't know how to respond.
I still remember her crying all these years later, yet she still came to school to teach us. ................
Eric Zasacky -- Dearborn MI USA -- 02/15/2010
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3636. MEMBER OF ALPHA CO. 1/35 08/67 THRU 08/68 GUN PLATOON, PRETTY AMAZING BEEN SO LONG, ANY BODY HEAR OF DOC NOLAN JONES, I THINK FROM PASADENA , TX., I OWE YOU AN APOLOGY DOC, E MAIL ME WHOM MIGHT KNOW HIS WHERABOUTS, A GREAT MAN AND A GREAT MEDIC, PRESSWOOD SAYS HELLO.
ANYBODY THAT READS THIS AND RECOGNIZES ME DROP A LINE, IT WOULD BE GREAT.
GREGORY TYE -- COEUR D\'ALENE ID USA -- 02/15/2010
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3635. John Lorts is at work on the next issue of "Cacti Times." I ask those members who receive it electronically to ensure that you've let me know if your e-mail address has changed.
We look forward to seeing you at Pittsburgh, July 29 -- August 1!
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 02/14/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3634. To Pat O'connor, message # 3616, I could not send an email directly to you from the link on your message, but I just wanted you and your friends to know that I really appreciate what you are doing for Ken Henninger. I was there that day we lost Ken. He was in the other squard on patrol around our LZ, when they engaged an enemy patrol, while my squard and others in A Company were digging in to our positions. A week later my tour in Nam was over, but I agree, Ken was a good guy, a friend, well liked and respected by everyone in A Company.
Thanks Pat!
Harold Stratton, A Co., 2/35, 3/68 - 3/69
Harold (\"Harry\") Stratton -- Albuquerque NM USA -- 02/13/2010
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3633. I've heard from many of you that you enjoy the war stories section of the site. Well the guys who have submitted the stories only have so many to tell. So how about submitting some of your own. Happy ones, sad ones, action or just one about a day you remember in the Nam. Feel free to embellish a little or just tell a whopper. You can write it by hand, or just put it in the body of an email, or anyway you like and I'll get it on there. (use word if your familiar with it)
Wiley Dodd (Tiny) -- Riverview MI USA -- 02/13/2010
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3632. Sad news. Former 25th ID CG GEN. Fred C Weyand died. He was 93 years old and a veteran of WWII, Korea and VN. He commanded the division through the prep for deployment to VN and the first year of combat. Later he was a Field Force Commander, the las CG of US Forces in VN and Chief of
Staff of the Army. In WWII he served with the OSS in Asia, commanded a Battalion and regiment in Korea and later the 25th Div, He was a soldiers soldier and certainly an officer and a gentlemen, a sad day for the Army and the Tropical Lightning. He retired in Hawaii and was active in Division activities.
Charles H Beauchamp -- Salem OR USA -- 02/12/2010
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3631. February 16, 1968 Bill Greenwell, Fourth Platoon, Delta 1/35 was KIA by a mine but never forgotten. Rest in peace
Bill, rest in peace.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 02/11/2010
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3630. There was hardly a day or week went by in the first few years after 9 February 1968 that I did not think of all that we lost that day. As the years went on it was ever so often that something would click in my memory that would remind me about that day. After attending my first Cacti Reunion last year I am back to thinking about that day often. May God be with their families because I'm sure that not a day goes by that they don't think about the ones they lost. Steve Dickerson (Dickie) 4th Platoon on the 9th.
Steven Dickerson -- Jamestown IN USA -- 02/10/2010
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3629. I am so glad that Ron Kindred stumbled on to are website. His brother Mike was one of my best friend when we were in Vietnam, after 43 years looking for a family member of Mikes. If it wasn't for this webstie and the great work are assocition does for it.I would have never been able to get in touch with the family of Mikes thank you for this great website Ron and I are e-mailing and soon will be getting together soon, to let him know what a good man Mike was.Hope to see you all at the reuion. Dave Manrique
David Manrique -- Fremont CA USA -- 02/09/2010
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3628. Update my email. It is not Mypage
Joseph Skillings -- Minneapolis MN USA -- 02/09/2010
Email -- http://www.earthlink.net
3627. To all the young men of C 1/35th who survived, what was surely one of the most brutal firefights of the war, on this day in 1968! It was my honor and priviledge to have served with most of them! Too the many who never returned to the world, may God rest their soul! A proud grunt of C 1/35th Joe Skillings
Joseph Skillings -- Minneapolis MN USA -- 02/09/2010
Email -- http://www.mypage.com
3626. Served w/ A Company 35th Regt.later 2nd.Batt. Hq.during 1946-1949 at Otsu. Japan. missed the Korean "police action" good planning ? discharged Hawaii in 1949
Would like to contact others with same interests
Aloha/Bob Ornellas
Robert L. Ornellas -- Edmonds WA USA -- 02/06/2010
Email -- http://www.myyahoo.com
3625. I happened to stumble on your site while looking for a certain shoulder patch. My brother, Michael G. Kindred served in your organization from Sept 1967 to 9 Feb 1968 where he and another member lost their life during a major battle. Anyway, your site has provided me with additional info about what had happened to him, never knew he was killed by friendly fire. Also, did not know he was awarded the bronze medal. When I went up to his casket to say my final good-bye, the medals on his uniform were the Purple Heart, Nation Defense and the two vietnam campaign ribbons. There was never a mention of the bronze medal. Next time I speak with his wife, I'll have to ask her about it. You do have a fantastic site which I have found very informative. There will be alot of information I will draw from it and place it in our family history. I thank you for your time and effort and the information you have provided. I'm sure as I absorb what you all have available, other questions will arise. Until then, please take care and thanks for all you and your group have done. Good bless you all and may the good Lord continue to lay is loving hands on you and yours.
Ronald P. Kindred,
MSGT., USAF (RET)
Ronald P. Kindred -- Yreka CA USA -- 02/04/2010
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3624. I remind all that now is the time to renew your annual membership in the 35th Infantry Regiment Association, or become a member. Your dues help support this outstanding web site and our publication,Cacti Times. Your continued active support and individual financial contributions ensure that the memory of our many KIAs and the special history we share will continue to survive through the programs the association sponsors.
For annual members, $25.00 will renew your membership for 2010 if you elect to receive the magazine by U.S. mail. It is only $15.00 if you wish to receive your copy electronically via e-mail. Active duty personnel dues are $20.00.
Membership applications and registration forms for our Pittsburgh reunion July 29-August 1 can be printed from this Web site.
Please send your membership applications/dues to me at the address on the application, and make your check or money order payable to: 35th Infantry Regiment Association.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 02/04/2010
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3623. My Grandfather Harold G. Richardson Private/Medic Medical Detachment of the 35th Infantry in Guadalcanal. He was inducted in Fort Thomas Kentucky. He received the Silver Star in 1943 for his actions on Guadalcanal.
Chuck Bartenslager -- Tecumseh MI USA -- 02/02/2010
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3622. In 1993 the commander of my Military Order Of The Purple Heart Chapter in Oklahoma City asked me to speak on behalf of the MOPH at the Memorial Day ceremonies at the state capitol. As I began to think about what I would like to say I thought about what I would say had I given my life for freedom and I could speak from the grave. I decided that I could be the voice of those fallen men and women that so bravely gave their lives on the battlefields in defense of freedom. Here is what I think they would like to say:
THE VOICE OF MEMORIAL DAY
I am the voice of America's fallen patriots. I am a soldier, a sailor, a marine, an airman and a coastguardsman. I am the young man or woman who gave up my job, and left my beloved family to don the uniform of my country and fight for freedom in far away lands when called to do so.
I fought with General George Washington at Valley Forge, I fought for the rights of fellow Americans alongside Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg. I was there in World War 1 again fighting for freedom and World War 2 with General Eisenhower. I struggled across the frozen battlefields of Korea, I fought in the steaming jungles of South Vietnam. I stood on th sands of Saudia Arabia as I liberated Kuwait. I fought in places many of you never heard of such as, Old Baldy, Heartbreak Ridge, Hill 881, Pork Chop Hill, The Chosin Reservoir, Hobo Woods, the Ia Drang Valley and Khe Sanh. I have always been there when freedom and democracy were in danger.
I am not here with you today because I gave my life for what I believed in. I died in the arms of my fellow soldiers whose tears for my passing mixed with my blood as he held my head in his arms and comforted me as I left this life.
I am not here with you in body, but never doubt that I am here with you in spirit. I am there in the furls of the Star and Stripes you raised in my honor this morning. My face is on the statues you carved in Bronze to remember me. My name is on the cold black Granite Wall you erected in Washington D. C. I am there in the memories of my comrades I fought side by side with with in my quest for freedom. I am the memory in the hearts of those I left behind, those whom I loved with all my heart, yet found the courage to insure they would experience the taste of freedom forever more by the giving of my life. I am the first ray of Sunshine you see on a bright sunny day. I am in the memories of my children who grew up without my guidance, never to know the love I held for them so deep in my heart.
I don't wish to be remembered as a hero. If my actions in battle were heroic, it was not to make me a hero. It was because I placed freedom and democracy above all else and I was willing to give my life to defend them. If I saved the life of my fellow soldier and gave my own in doing so, it was not to make me a hero, it was because he was my comrade in arms and he fought for the same principles I fought for. He would have done the same for me given the chance.
If you do wish to remember me as a hero, remember me as the champion of freedom and democracy for the greatest nation on earth. The United States of America.
I hope that you will never forget me and the sacrifice I made for you and others to live free. Remember me when you cast your votes for the leaders of this great nation who must carry on the principles I fought and died for. When you tell my children of me, instill in them the same principles I fought and died for and tell them also of my deep and everlasting love for them that remains even in my passing. Tell them that I look down from my home in heaven upon their shining faces every morning and I guide their footsteps through lifes treacherous journeys. Tell them also to pass my memory to their children and their children's children and let them know that I gave my life for them to live free.
As you travel this great nation from sea to shining sea, take in the splendor of the Purple Mountain Majesties, the amber waves of grain, the children running to and fro as they play, remember that this freedom is not free, no it is not free. It has been paid for with my blood and the blood of my comrades and forefathers, who just as I, placed freedom and democracy above all else and gave our lives in defense of it. Cherish this freedom I have given you, fight for it to the very end to keep it sacred, for no sacrifice is too great to let it slip from your grasp.
If you will do these things, then I will be with you again the next time you come to honor me and I will reach out and touch you just as I have today and I will rest in peace knowing the greatest nation on Earth the United States of America shall not perish. God bless America.
Written May 19th, 1993
Charles E. (Chuck) Norris
Former Recon Platoon Sergeant
Ist Bn 35th Inf, 25th Inf Div
Vietnam 1966
Chuck Norris -- Goldsby OK USA -- 02/01/2010
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3621. I served as an arty FO in southern I Corps early '67 to early '68.Worked out of LZ Bronco a lot. Was at LZ Charlie Brown at Sa Huynh when we cleared it with bangalore torpedos. Looking for LT Aquaviva, LT Fong, "Doc" Duggan, Jack Frost, CPT Gallegos, CPT Boettcher, "Me" Riley, anyone else from those days. Anyone from 1/14th inf, 1/35th inf,2/35th inf. who remembers me as a skinny kid lieutenant FO. Welcome home, brothers, those who are home. ex-LT Muller
J.L.Muller -- Landenberg PA USA -- 01/28/2010
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3620. Note the new email address. Also, if there are any mis-guided, mis-placed, relocated, or die-hearted New York Jets fans out there, looking for AFC Championship gear, let me know! That includes you, Joe Doriguzzi, who was awarded his SECOND Purple Heart in the Aug, 1967 action that claimed our good friends Richard Ferdig and Jamie Parilla. I sure would like to see you in Pittsburgh so I could give you a proper He Haw! Are there any new Orleans Saints fans out there?
Steve Rainbolt -- Indianapolis IN USA -- 01/25/2010
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3619. We love this website. It has been very helpful for our members. Also, our members tell us that our website is the best place for veterans to find information about compensation, pension and benefits for veterans. We have been told that VSOs now recommend that veterans visit our website first before filing a claim. Veterans learn about the process, who to see, where to go, and how to maximize their disability claims. Visit today!
Rance Jurevwicz, Capt., USA, Ret -- Highland CA USA -- 01/24/2010
Email -- http://www.veteranprograms.com
3618. I need help from you Korean War Vets who were with the 35th Reg. in Korea. I am trying to help Richard F. McAllister from NJ with a VA claim. He is really down on his luck and has no idea how to contact friends from his unit and he says he can't remember any names. He was in Korea from 1952 into 1954, (past the end of the war). He started as an Infantryman with B Co. 35th Reg. 25th ID. He says he was on the 30Cal. Machine gun when a shell cassing kicked out and hit him in the eye. He is now 20% service connected for that. He said there was a time when there was 11 guys in his squad that went on a mission and 5 kia. That was when he was made squad leader. He said he operated next to a Greek outfit. He also seen a guy shoot off his toe who had Frost Bite to get out of the field. I am looking for nam,es of people who were KIA while he was there or if you may have known him. He was also with HHC 35th Reg. of I& R platoon or squad. Please help if you can.
Herb Worthington
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Herb Worthington -- Linden NJ USA -- 01/21/2010
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3617. Just wanted to say hope everyone has a good year and wish happiness to all the men I served with from march to the end of July 1968.I made my first reunion last summer in reno.I had tried to attend 3 times before but personal circumstances prevented my being there. I was so happy to see some of the men in which I served as their medic in A co. 1/35 inf. 3rd plt. during that time, My great fortune was to see again Robert Floyd, Robert Spielman,Thomas Kehoe,Sonney Danhaus and met a man that was wounded days before I got to the company,David Manrique,really nice guy. Im happy that we got together,Bob Floyd and I are hot rod and car nuts from way back.We used to talk about them in nam and found that we still enjoy talking about them and working on them.Bob has a 50S ford truck with a 327 in it,really a one of a kind that is getting rare and Im going to restore a 55 chevy hardtop" God willing".Hope to document it with pictures as I go through the process. I have also met Harry "Butch" Hooven and we are motorcycle fans and we commo through to email and phone at times. Plan on seeing him in July.Thank you men for being part of my life even though it was a short period,I feel like you are my brothers and have never forgotten you over the years.Yall take care and keep in touch.Proud to have served with this special group of men. Thank you Gary "Doc" Rose.
Gary V Rose -- Naples NC USA -- 01/20/2010
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3616. All A Co 2/35th members 68-69,third platoon.On the 17 of july 2010 the 1965 graduating class from Bay HS in Bay Village,Ohio is honoring SGT Kenton Henninger,KIA 6 March 1969.His awards and decorations are being donated to the Bay Village Historical Society along with a Plaque and memorial stone.Ken was the only member of his class to be killed in Viet Nam and his sole surviving relative has donated his awards,etc.I have met with Jack Kostak and he is handling arraingements for lodging for any of our members from out of town.Contact him at jmkostak@allseal.com ,the class is offering to pay for rooms.Bill Hensen has been working on getting the Reg.Colors and Co Guidon to the event.The 4th ID Assn.has been contacted by the Commander of the Honor Guard of AL Post 211 in Avon Lake,who is handling The Honor Guard. Ken was Awarded the Silver Star for his actions on the day he was killed.Ken was a natural leader and a great soldier.He was very popular,both in the Company and among his Classmates.It is anticipated that the event will be well covered by the Media and a Large turnout is also expected.
Pat O'connor -- Southington OH USA -- 01/17/2010
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3615. I left Vietnam in Feb. 1967
SGT Cross J. Richard, Sr -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 01/15/2010
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3614. Still working on getting our KIAs pictures. Herbert Leon Thompson was killed with B,2/35th when a grenade was thrown into a NDP near Duc Pho, 10/19/67. Herbert was 20 and an African-American from Winter Garden, Fl. He had just completed the 3rd Bde NCO School where he was the honor graduate. He came in-country in February 1967--plenty of time to be in a picture--even if it is a group photo we can make it work. All you Bravo-Two guys please think about it...thanks......Dick
Dick Arnold -- USA -- 01/15/2010
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3613. I was just reading War Stories and I ran across a story by PLT LDR Vaughn Brauer. He told about the Big Snake by 1st Platoon B CO in June of 1966. He asked who the 5th person from the left was in the picture. That person was Winson or Winston. He was the RTO when I came to the platoon in June of 1966 as the platoon medic after the snake picture. I remember him telling me he volunteered to go to Vietnam. Yes he was injured in May of 1967. Schrapnel to his groin and backside. I was in the mash unit filling out his medical card along with many others. I was told from someone, I think it was John Lorts that Winson had passed away from cancer.
Rocco Doc DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 01/14/2010
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3612. Glen Bartley (known as "Buddy" in Vietnam a member of A Co 2/35th was wounded on March 12th 1967 and evacuated from the country. Buddy was a member of the 2nd Platoon Alpha Co 2/35th. This was the same action where Lt. Stephen Karopczyc won the MOH posthumously. If anyone out there remembers "Buddy" from country please contact me or "Buddy's" Daughter-in-law in post number 3610 below. I am especially interested in hearing from an old friend of Glen's who attended his funeral in the mid 70's. The family would love to be in contact with him. -- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 01/13/2010
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3611. In memory of Emory Cannon KIA 1/11/1968.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 01/13/2010
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3610. Hi! I'm hoping someone here can help me or at least point me in the right direction. My husband's father was in Vietnam. He was shot badly while he was there and spent many months in the hospital recovering. He died from complications almost 8 years later when my husband was only 6 years old. He knows very little about his father or his service to our great nation. I surprised him with his father's military records and duplicate metals for our wedding anniversary last year. Part of the records include the award of the silver star detailing his brave acts on March 12, 1967 the details in this letter are overwhelming to all that read. We are unbelievably proud to have it along witht he metals displayed in our home. On the letter it says he was assigned to Co A, 2d Bn, 35th Infantry, 3d Bde TF, 25th Infantry Division, APO 96355. I'm not 100% sure what all this means, but I have seen references to several of these things here on your site. I was wondering if there may be anyone here who may have served with him or can point me to any groups who may have served with him. ANY help would be MUCH appreciated. Thank you to all those on this site who provided the most noble of service to your country.
Erin Bartley -- King George VA USA -- 01/12/2010
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3609. Hey guys, just wanted you to know how grateful I am for everything you have done. My dad is Dan Drummond, and I just wanted to thank you for serving with him.
Spc. Andrew Berli
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Andrew Berli -- Grand Rapids MI USA -- 01/12/2010
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3608. Any Alpha Company 1/35th guys from late 1968. I got a call from George Ranson from St. Augustine, FL. George does not have e-mail. He has been fighting a claim with the VA over some hearing loss. He specifically is claiming that he was in a bunker on LZ Jean on the night of November 30 (actually early morning Dec 1), 1968 when it was hit by an enemy rocket. (The daily journal of the day shows that LZ Jean took about 42 75mm rifle rocket hits that night and one of them hit a bunker) George says he was in the bunker with a brand new buck sergeant when it was hit. He would like to speak with this buck Sgt to help substantiate his claim. Others of you may of been there and know this to be true. Believe it or not in his rejection letter the person who signed the letter based part of the rejection on the fact that George admits he was not wearing hearing protection that night. If any of you old Alpha guys can substantiate that George was there and in that bunker please e-mail me and I'll pass it on. - thanks Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 01/08/2010
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3592. Was 1/35th Cacti 77 thru 80. Just wanted to pass along a Happy New Year to everyone!
Ed Marek -- Oswego IL USA -- 01/04/2010
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3591. Because we are getting many bogus Guestbook entries from web robots, we have added a verification to the process, which requires you to type in a number that you see on the screen before you can submit your Cacti Guestbook entry. Please let me know if you have any problems. Dave the Web Guy.
Dave Muxo -- Orlando FL USA -- 01/04/2010
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3590. Want to wish all cacti and their families a very happy new year. I have up dated my web site and have made a page in memory of my best buddy John M. West, kia 31 march 67 while with recon 1/35. If anyone would like to check it out go to cactiron.com. American Legion Post 408 Derby/Haysville Kansas is named after him. Their web site is al408.com. If anyone finds themselves in Derby Kansas stop in at the VFW/Am. Legion post and tell them you served in John's regiment and you will be treaded like a king. They are the greatest bunch of patriots there that I have ever met. Looking forward to our next reunion. Cacti Ron
ronald d ray -- sacramento CA USA -- 01/02/2010
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3589. Happy New Year Cacti. As we enter a new decade let us reflect upon 40 years past with an eye towards the future wraped in the fabric of our Association's shared memories and the love of our families. 2010, we welcome you!
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 01/01/2010
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3588. Any Alpha Company 1/35th guys from late 1968. I got a call from George Ranson from St. Augustine, FL. George does not have e-mail. He has been fighting a claim with the VA over some hearing loss. He specifically is claiming that he was in a bunker on LZ Jean on the night of November 30 (actually early morning Dec 1), 1968 when it was hit by an enemy rocket. (The daily journal of the day shows that LZ Jean took about 42 75mm rifle rocket hits that night and one of them hit a bunker) George says he was in the bunker with a brand new buck sergeant when it was hit. He would like to speak with this buck Sgt to help substantiate his claim. Others of you may of been there and know this to be true. Believe it or not in his rejection letter the person who signed the letter based part of the rejection on the fact that George admits he was not wearing hearing protection that night. If any of you old Alpha guys can substantiate that George was there and in that bunker please e-mail me and I'll pass it on. - thanks Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/30/2009
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3587. I"m a former CACTI before the unit changed to the wolfhounds.
I WAS THE 60MM mortar section sgt. A 1/35 inf
Earl M. Wooten RET/SGT -- Atlanta GA USA -- 12/28/2009
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3585. A belated Merry Christmas to all Cacti presently serving or past veterans and a Happy New Year. If you need any snow we will be happy to send you some from Montana.
frank dahl -- sidney MT USA -- 12/26/2009
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3584. JUNE 1967-JUNE 1968. 1/35TH INF. 4 DUECE/(BRAVO COM.SEPT.13 -NOV. 13.) 101 ST AIRBORNE, AIRMOBILE, 1/506 INF. ECHO 81`S. FEB. `69- JAN. `70 . ASHAU VALLEY.
RUSS SAUNDERS (SANDY) -- Dayton OH USA -- 12/25/2009
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3583. Greetings. I just stopped in to wish a Merry Christmas and a Happy, Peaceful and Prosperous New Year to all the Cacti Members and their families.
Congratulations to my cousin Doc Hall for his leadership of your organization the past couple of years. Good Luck to your current leader Jim Anderson, from what I've heard about him, the Cacti Assn. is in good hands.
Congratulations to 'Ole' Olson for your Bronze Star presentation, even if it did come 40 years later than it should have. Doc has told me the story and I'm proud that you finally got your well deserved credit.
From a friend and fellow veteran of the US Army, I salute all of you for your service!
Richard Boteler -- Shelby IN USA -- 12/24/2009
Email -- http://www.racestarpublications.com/racerrich.html
3582. As we ready to turn the corner on another year, please remember that annual membership dues are up for renewal in January. Applications can be printed from the Association's Web page or found in your copy of "Cacti Times." Not a member? We invite you to join the country's premier regimental association.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 12/20/2009
Email -- http://www.cacti35th.org
3581. I signed up for the Cacti Association when I served with Charlie Rock 2-35 Inf. I just wanted to see where our boys where now.
Brady J. Watson -- Bartlett TN USA -- 12/20/2009
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3580. Greetings...
I may be able to provide a photograph of 2LT Clarence C. Lovejoy, KIA, Guadalcanal, 27 JAN 1943.
I'm the Special Collections Librarian at The University of Tampa, which Clarence attended from 1940 to 1942.
If you could let me know your e-mail address, I can scan and forward the image to you for inclusion on the online memorial.
Yours With Respect,
Art Bagley
Art Bagley -- Tampa FL USA -- 12/18/2009
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3579. I am looking for anyone that might have served with My Uncle Donald R.Moyer, he served in the Korean war with the 35th infantry regiment, E company 25th infantry div. I do know that he passed away on May 20th 1951 while taking a hill in Kumhuan.
All we have is a few letters of his but no photos or anything telling us about him while he was in Korea.
Any information would be helpful,thank you for your time...
William F.Cranford -- Spartanburg SC USA -- 12/15/2009
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3578. 1 year ago this evening Pfc. Russell Crawford passed away while surrounded by his entire family. He was so very strong and brave, from my 1st memories of him to my last.
He was a man. 1st Lieut. Larry Conner, Commanding 3rd Platoon, Company A, 1/35 Infantry was very comforting in his actions, both on the battlefield and to Russ's family.
My son is planning on being a Marine, he is 17 years old and he rocked me to my core when he asked to go visit his Great-(and he was so very great) Uncle. What shocked me is he made this date 3 weeks in advance.
A man never knows whom or how many he will influence in his life time.
Chris -- Modesto CA USA -- 12/12/2009
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3577. Can any one tell me about the Basketball team, that was maid up of players from the Cacti in 1965 December?
They reunited with the unit in early spring of 1966, after being victorious over several collage teams.
There should be some pictures, they got great press
Bruce A Suttles -- Durham NC USA -- 12/08/2009
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3576. It is Roger not Ray , see War Stories... Thailand Crabs
Roger \"Doc \" Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 12/08/2009
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3575. Hi, im from philippines and interested about world war 2 veterans who were assigned in Ligaspi philippines in 1942-1944,since my grand mother who is also a auxillary force in the philippines during the war.
angelo magistrado -- iriga city philippines -- 12/05/2009
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3574. HOAGY. I WAS THERE THAT DAY ON NOV 13, 1967. I GOT HIT THAT DAY. WE WERE SECURING A DOWNED HUEY GUNSHIP, THINK IT WAS A GUNNSHIP. AFTER THAT WE WERE TO GET AN IN COUNTRY R+R. WE NEVER MADE IT. AT LEAST I DIDN`T, LT. IKE AND SEVEN OR EIGHT OTHERS. I HAVE PICTURES OF IKE AND MY 4 DUECE F.O. LEE. FROM GEORGIA. LEE WASN`T THERE THAT DAY. THERE`S MORE TO THE STORY FROM MY POINT OF VIEW. IF YOU WANT TO HEAR IT OR SEE THE FLICKS, SEND ME YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS. SANDY ASHAURUSS@YAHOO.COM
RUSS SAUNDERS -- DAYTON OH USA -- 11/30/2009
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3573. This is Andy. I served with D2/35 fron Sept to Jan 69. My PLT SGT was SSG McMillan. Some of the people in our teams were Red Tacket from KY, Ohio, Tenn, Jersey City,New Jersey. What PLT was this? Who was the LT? Our CPT was CPT Knight. We changed CPTs in Jan of 69. Ifanyone has pictures, I would like some copies. My number is 501-231-9393. I would like to here from you.
I have had 1 stroke in April of 05, and 2 heart attacks. The last attack was in Jan of 09.
bradford glen anderson -- concord AR USA -- 11/29/2009
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3572. Looking for D/2/35th, from Sept 68-69.
Bradford Glen Anderson (Andy) -- Concord AR USA -- 11/28/2009
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3571. Wishing to share my joyous feelings of Thanksgiving with all my fellow Cacti. God Bless America!!
A/2/35 1966-1967
Curtis P Gay -- Durham NC USA -- 11/27/2009
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3570. Want to wish all Cacti Brothers and all Men & women serving in our military. A warm and Happy Thanksgiving. Delta 1/35 2nd plt. April67-68 Richard
Richard Stevens -- Council Bluffs IA USA -- 11/26/2009
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3569. Cacti Blue Troopers (Cambodia Operation - May 1970)
Some of you may know that I am working on another book, this one about the 1970 Cambodia Incursion in May 1970, which my battalion, the 3-506th Abn. participated alongside yours. I and others have planned a special rendezvous to honor those of you and other 4th Inf. Div. veterans who participated in that operation--Binh Tay I (May 5-16, 1970). The Reunion is Tuesday, June 15 thru Saturday, June 19, 2010. Our LZ is the Circus Circus Hotel and Casino. The room rate (all days) will be $59/night (no resort fees nor increased price for the weekend days). The Sales Rep. will be issuing us a special code to use when booking your room in order to get the special rate. I have reserved a block of rooms for our attendees and they will be available to our group until May. More information about this special reunion can be found on our 3-506th website: www.currahee.org. If you participated in the Cambodia Operation, please contact me and come and join us in Reno. If anyone has questions concerning the rendezvous, please contact me. I look forward to seeing you in Reno to help promote our book.
If you decide to attend, please get me your names so that I can add them to the Attendees List. Check out the "Attendees List" to see who from the 2-35th has let us know thus far that they will attend. What a better opportunity to meet up with a former teammates or friend after 40 years! If you know anyone who participated, please pass on this info.
Jerry in Montana
Jerry Berry -- Libby MT USA -- 11/24/2009
Email -- http://www.currahee.org
3568. Just want to wish all past and current Catci a Happy Thanksgiving. Bravo Company 2/35, Mar-70 to Aug-70.
Sonny -- Glenolden PA USA -- 11/24/2009
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3567. On this date in 1950 Cacti PVT E2 Henry Johnson died as a prisoner of war in North Korea. He had been part of the "Tiger Death March" The link is the story of a survivor of the Death March. He was only 18 years old when he died.
http://www.patriotfiles.com/forum/showthread.php?t=30175
Wiley Dodd -- Riverview MI USA -- 11/22/2009
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3566. My grandfather served with the 35th Infantry regiment during WWII, his name was John Henry Grimes. To the best of my knowledge he served on Luzon and received a bronze star for an assault on a mortar station, this is what I read on some papers that I found. Anymore information that I could find out, or a direction I could be pointed in to find out more info would be greatly appreciated. My grandfather passed away in 1985.
Zachary Grimes -- Piedmont AL USA -- 11/19/2009
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3565. Hi Mike Kerr,
Thanks for your memorial post about you Cacti brothers. I tried to email you but your address from our records bounced.
We are still looking for a pic of Gary Rust. I have talked to and emailed his family many times only to get a false promise.
Would you have any Nam pics of him?
Thanks,
Peter Birrow -- Gulfport FL USA -- 11/18/2009
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3564. Today when I signed onto the web site I was totally amazed that my posting on YOU TUBE was on the front page. Veterans Day was one that I will never forget. It is very humbling to have this on the web site. I have flashed back to that event 40 years ago so many times, sorta like a broken record over and over. I am so thankful for all the CACTI individuals that I served with. I am also thankful for all of those individuals that assisted in helping me get my medal. Closure to this event is a little easier to think about, but will never leave me.
Ole
Alan (Ole) Olsen -- Overland Park KS USA -- 11/17/2009
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3563. On November 13, 1967, we lost a great leader and very good friend of mine, Lt. Randy Eisenhour, known by his men as "Ike". I have missed Ike dearly for over 40 years, but I think of him daily. Ike, I sure hope the Good Lord is taking care of you, because I know you are in his presence. I can say from the hearts of all of your men in 1st platoon of B-1/35, Ike, we love you and miss you. God Bless You---Hogie
michael hogan (Hogie) -- Frisco TX USA -- 11/16/2009
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3562. November 14, 1967. In memory we remember...........
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 11/15/2009
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3561. I am wondering if anyone knew my brave Uncle George Henry Chace. He was killed on his 23rd birthday 10/21/66.
George Henry Chace from Pepperell, MA. A Co 2/35th.. KIA 10/21/66
Cindy Knox -- Lunenburg MA USA -- 11/14/2009
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3560. In July I reported Joel Mayne had been involved in a serious motorcycle accident. For those who love this great guy I am sorry to report he has had to have a foot amputated below the knee as a result of his injuries. Not only is he a Cacti Brother and a Purple Heart recipient, he spent much of his time on the road locating fellow Cacti members. Please feel free to drop him an encouraging note.
Mike Kerr D&E Co. 68/69 -- Troy MI USA -- 11/14/2009
3559. why was my post to Lt Schaffer edited again?
there was nothing inflamatory in it
he WAS safer with us than flying with the old man
last year it was completely deleted
what are the rules for posting?
Art hughes -- USA -- 11/12/2009
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3558. I always called my Dad and PFC. Russel Crawford on this day to wish them a good day, and a thank you. Russel passed away 11 months ago, but my Dad is as disgruntled as ever HAHAA.
THANK you Veterans, thank you very much.
It mattered, then and now.
chris -- Modesto CA USA -- 11/11/2009
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3557. Attended San Diego's Veteran Day Parade today then followed it with a BBQ luncheon at Veterans Village, www.vvsd.net, where all had a terrific time. Thought of old friends, some long past and moments you don't write home to mom about. Darkness is now overtaking the West Coast and my mind continues to wander in the tidelands of long ago. Veterans Day 2009 is coming to a close, but my memories remain alive with sporatic energy that defies time. I hope your day has been filled with reflection and a hug or two from those you love.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 11/11/2009
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3556. we think of you often
sincerely third plt B 1/35
in memory of Lt Randall Schaffer
-- USA -- 11/11/2009
3555. During this Veteran's day I think about all th
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