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2993. What is going on with the posting of photos?
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> I do not want to be a complainer but I do not get a response when I submit & question the posting of photos.
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JOHN CAVENDER -- DAHLONEGA GA USA -- 05/06/2008
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2992. I am writing for my Dad, SGT. Daniel Drummond. 1st Battalion, Bravo Co - 1967-68. We were wondering if anyone knew how we can get a list of soldiers that were wounded in action in Bravo Co from Oct 67-Feb 68. Please contact me if anyone knows. Thanks.
Holly Shupe -- Belmont MI USA -- 05/06/2008
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2991. You were all on my mind at this moment so I thought I would drop a line. Thanks again for the kindness and patience you showed me and my family. I know that the conversations we shared at the past reunions helped my mother, brother, and me.
David Williams, proud son of SGT Jerry Williams
David Williams -- Easley SC USA -- 05/05/2008
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2990. I served with 2-35 inf echo company during operation iraqi freedom 5 in kirkuk,iraq from 2006-2007 an i will forever hold the memorys of being a "CACTI"for they are truly one great battlion,i wish all members past an present the best of luck spc.angelo otchy
Angelo Otchy -- Bloomfield NJ USA -- 05/05/2008
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2989. Along with the 10th Reunion in St Louis, Bravo 2/35 will meet for lunch at Joseph's Restaurant, 107 North Sixth St on Friday July 25th. A room has been provided for us to enjoy a lunch together and share once more, our Bravo Brotherhood. Lunch @ 1330 hours then business. Return to hotel @ 1530 hours. Choices: Steak or Chicken Philly, Hot Italian Hoagie, Turkey and Artichoke, French Dip, Chicken Parmesan,Turkey Club Wrap, Chicken Caesar Wrap all served with your choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink. $15.00 includes tax and tip, bar drinks on your own. Please mail a check made out to: Peter Birrow 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. Please write your sandwich choices on the check so that Joseph’s Restaurant can be prepared for our group. The choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink can be made at the table.We will gather in the lobby @ 1315 hours and walk to the restaurant as a group. Doc Hall will be the point-man.....Just follow the bouncing Bravo guidon!
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 05/02/2008
Email -- http://Bravo 2/35 Luncheon
2988. Along with the 10th Reunion in St Louis, Bravo 2/35 will meet for lunch at Joseph's Restaurant, 107 North Sixth St on Friday July 25th. A room has been provided for us to enjoy a lunch together and share once more, our Bravo Brotherhood. Lunch @ 1330 hours then business. Return to hotel @ 1530 hours. Choices: Steak or Chicken Philly, Hot Italian Hoagie, Turkey and Artichoke, French Dip, Chicken Parmesan,Turkey Club Wrap, Chicken Caesar Wrap all served with your choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink. $15.00 includes tax and tip, bar drinks on your own. Please mail a check made out to: Peter Birrow 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. Please write your sandwich choices on the check so that Joseph’s Restaurant can be prepared for our group. The choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink can be made at the table.We will gather in the lobby @ 1315 hours and walk to the restaurant as a group. Doc Hall will be the point-man.....Just follow the bouncing Bravo guidon!
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 05/02/2008
Email -- http://Bravo 2/35 Luncheon
2987. The following commo was passed on to us from the 25th Infantry Division Association:"I am writing for my husband, Carmelo Chetta who served in the Army from 1955 to 1957. he was stationed at Schofield Barracks for thirteen months in the 25th Infantry Division and said he was part of the Cacti Unit. We do not have any pictures of him with his unit or in uniform. Do you know of any way to get in touch with someone who may have pictures of him with his unit? At this time, my husbands health s not well and I would love to lift his spirits with some information of his Cacti Unit that he is so very proud of.While at the VA Medical Center in Lebanon, PA, we found an old copy of "Tropic Lightning Flashes", and that's how I got your e-mail address. I would appreciate any information of contacts where I may get pictures and information about the time my husband served.If more information is needed, please let me know. Teresa Chetta / 61 katie Drive/ Ronks, PA 17572"if any of you served with the 35th during this time period and you can help our Brother's wife please contact her at the address below or contact me at my e-mail and I will pass on a message. Doc Hall
Jim Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 04/30/2008
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2986. I just read Ron Rays post and having had the priveledge of having Ron helping us out at the Scottsdale reunion I would like to vouch for him as a travelling companion .I cannot Imagine an easier to get along with fellow than Ray with the exception of my ownself that is ! I got the bike stuff out of my system a long time ago and we have elected to fly and have have made reservations with our hometown airline thus adding to the hope that we make it ! See you all in St Louis . Tom
Thomas M Kehoe -- Scottsdale AZ USA -- 04/29/2008
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2985. I was in Company B 4th Platoon 1st Battle Group of the 35th Infantry from August 1957 to March of 1959. I drove the commanding officer for the first six months and then drove 3/4 and 1/2 ton trucks. I spent 90% of my time in the motorpool. I visited Schofield Barracks last year and I spoke to Major O'Brien. He was very welcoming and allowed me an escorted tour of the new barracks. I would love to hear from anyone who served around the same time. Ray
C. Ray Dozier -- North Las Vegas NV USA -- 04/29/2008
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2984. I just made my reservations for the reunion. I am going to leave Sacramento the Friday before and ride my Honda Shadow there and back. If anyone is interested in joining in on the ride please e-mail me. I was in recon 1/35 August 66 - 67. I was the RTO for the third squad (whiskey) for the first few months I was there. Missed last years reunion and didn't think I was going to be able to make this one until I entered into my second child hood and bought me a used motorcycle. The first reunion I attended was Florida, and then two years later in Az. At the one in Az. I was the one that help tend bar in the hospitality room and wore my cacti neck tie. Looking forward to seeing everyone. Cacti Ron
Ronald D. Ray -- Sacramento CA USA -- 04/29/2008
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2983. Yesterday 4-25-08 My Mother was buried with full military honors beside my Father in Garrettsville,Ohio.Both served in WWII,Dad was a Paratrooper,Mom a WAC.Jim Leatherberry was there(B 2/35th)and Charles Cole (A 3/12th Inf).The Honor Guard had several childhood friends,3 active Army personel and there were 2 of her grandsons in uniform-both Veterans of our current War as Pallbearers.Thanks to Bill Henson for you letter-I shared it and the Card from the State Chapter of the 4th ID with my Family and placed a copy with Mom.To all WWII veterans-THANK YOU!
Patrick O\'Connor -- Southington OH USA -- 04/26/2008
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2981. Regarding SSG Dean. I served with him in Hawaii and in Vietnam. He was an excellent squad leader and combat leader with the HHC 2/35 Recon Plat. His platoon sgt for many years was Warren Hinzman and probably knew him better than anyone I know. Warren's tel number is 253-582-1497. He does not have e-mail as for as I know.
Donald L Duncan -- USA -- 04/24/2008
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2980. I am writing on behalf of my next door neighbor. He is one of four known survivors of Hill 682 and would like much to communicate with any and all fellow veterans who were on Hill 682 during the last attack which killed nearly everyone occupying the hill at the time. Please e-mail me with an address or telephone number and i will put you in touch with him. His name is Joseph B. Rodriquez.
Thank you for your consideration. Michael Wynn. Submitted by Doc Hall from e-mail received from Michael Wynn
Michael Wynn -- USA -- 04/23/2008
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2979. Just found cacti web page. I was schocked and sadden to hear about Whitey Knepper. I served with him in 63 & 64 at Scofield. we had some great times together. I also read the note from John W. If he remembers Mac from recon plt. hhq. co. drop me a note i think he was from LA.
Dick McDonald -- Modesto CA USA -- 04/22/2008
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2978. To Vince Lamonica,I was with you in 1969,saw your posting and tried to send you an email-the link would not work.Would love to hear from you.My address is pwoconnorus@yahoo.com
Patrick O'Connor -- Southington OH USA -- 04/21/2008
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2977. I had John Jakovac's POW/MIA bracelet from my high school days (68-72). I did a lot of research on the loss of team 3A back in the early 90s and was in contact with some folks from the 2/35th regiment/bn and 3/25th brigade during the May 67 period.
Now my daughter is doing a senior year high school project on a person that served in Vietnam and is doing it on John Jakovac. She is most interested in what he was like as a person--I already have lots of info on the operation Team 3A was lost on.
On this site we found the first picture that is identified as him during his time in Nam. It is at: http://www.cacti35th.org/regiment/kia/kia_details.php?person_id=630&battalion=BDE
This implies someone related to this site may have pictures of him and probably knew him.
We have heard many stories about Jakovac having his own team, being part of another team etc and he probably was different things at different times. Anyway it seems very few people that survived the operation and the war knew him very well. Allison and I would appreciate hearing from anyone that knew him in the 1/14th, A Company (their guestbook is down, but we are trying to contact some 1/14th folks), where he was when he first arrived in Nam, or with the HHC 3/25 LRRPs. He arrived in Nam in Jan 66 with 1/14th we think and was killed 30 May 67 with the rest of LRRP Team 3A. Send us an email if you have any information or questions. Thanks--for then, and now.
Chris and Allison
Chris and Allison Johnston -- Burke VA USA -- 04/21/2008
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2976. I had signed your guestbook sometime ago and had gotten a different email address. I was in hopes of finding someone that knew my father, Donald M. Cholka. He was in the Army's 35th Inf Reg from the years 1949 to 1952 in Korea. I would love to correspond with anyone that knew him. Thank you all for what you've done and given to us. God bless. Sincerely,Denise Cholka
Denise Cholka -- Black River Falls WI USA -- 04/21/2008
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2975. I was with 2nd/35th Delta Co. 2nd platoon '68 to '69.
Does anyone know or heard of Dan Ryan from Chicago?
Or Little Joe and Bart from Baltimore?
And a medic from New York, I think his name was Green.
Just want to say "hi" from Vince. Often think about ya!
Vince Lamonica -- Boswell PA USA -- 04/19/2008
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2974. Just found the website. I served with D company Cacti blue in 70 till they went home and I was transfered to the 101st airborne in the Ashau Valley near Hue. I spent most my time with the Cacti as a gunner. Does anyone remember me or does anyone know Sparky, or Dick cazeault. My mind is going away from me so I forget names but not places.
Dennis McGee -- Spring Hill TN USA -- 04/17/2008
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2973. My name is Mike Dean. My uncle was SSG Thomas Dean. Thomas was with the 35th Infantry in Vietnam, 2nd Bat. Recon Platoon HHC. He was wounded in battle on Aug. 2, 1966 and died from his injuries on Oct. 6, 1966. I was only ten years old when Thomas died and I have only a child's memory of him. If anyone has any information you would like to share with me about Thomas's military career, or what he was like as a United States soldier I would love to hear it. It would really mean alot to me. Many thanks.
Michael Dean -- Red Springs NC USA -- 04/14/2008
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2972. April 5th and April 15th. Two very scary days. To all who were lost on those days you are thought of often.
Joe Skillings -- Richfeld MN USA -- 04/14/2008
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2971. Hello my name is Kaleigh. I am the granddaughter of FREDERICK FORSEE I am very interested in knowing more about his past before I was born. He has actually passed away 2 years ago and I would like to keep the memory living. If you knew him or know anything of him please contact me at craigsstar@yahoo.com
Thank you!
K. Forsee -- Omaha NE USA -- 04/11/2008
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2970. DONALD L YODER deployed from hawaii on 28 dec 65, to pleiku, vietnam. yoder was a member of B-1-35 inf, 3rd bde, 25th inf div. about a year ago i was looking at the photo's on the cacti website.looking at the photo's keith krauss has posted, there is a photo of sgt donald yoder.(keith krauss photo # 2)there is no doubt, this is the is the same man, but this was 1969/70 time. i wonder if yoder was in vietnam all that time, and possibly even longer. i have tried to locate donald l. yoder, but have not found him. i think he was in weapons platoon, but am not sure. do you remember donald l. yoder? his old service number indicates he entered service from il, mi, or wi. any help would be appreciated. marshall jackson.
Marshall Jackson -- Lancaster SC USA -- 04/03/2008
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2969. All those years ago and it still sticks in my craw. RECON 2/35, we lost our hearts that day. LT. Thode, SGT. Freeman were KIA and a bunch more were wounded. Two days later we lost some more. Stay strong and take care of yourselves so we can keep their memory alive.
Leigh Thomas -- Riverside WA USA -- 04/03/2008
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2968. Sgt Donnie Adair (2/35 TOC 68-69) has passed away after being involved in an automobile accident Monday. Donnie, 58 years old and from Trenton SC, was able to attend the Seattle and Orlando reunions even though he had lost a leg to diabetes. There will be representation from our Association at the services to be held on Friday April 4th. Quick with his wit and a great story teller with that classic southern drawl, he will be missed by all.
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 04/02/2008
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2967. Hello from Richard Franklin 1st lt Medical Company 3rd BN Korea 2/52-3/53 hope to see anyone from that time at the 2008 reunion. I was asst bn surgeon first 6 months and mess-motor-supply officer 2nd 6 months. Especially would like to find out if anyone knows Capt Joeseph Connors MD from Boston who was my bn surgeion at that time. Hope to meet many comrades in July see you there. Please reply to Richard Franklin at raf-2@pacbell.net with any replies. Thanks
Richard Franklin -- Los Angeles CA USA -- 03/31/2008
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2966. Along with the 10th Reunion in St Louis, Bravo 2/35 will meet for lunch at Joseph's Restaurant, 107 North Sixth St on Friday July 25th. A room has been provided for us to enjoy a lunch together and share once more, our Bravo Brotherhood. Lunch @ 1330 hours then business. Return to hotel @ 1530 hours. Choices: Steak or Chicken Philly, Hot Italian Hoagie, Turkey and Artichoke, French Dip, Chicken Parmesan,Turkey Club Wrap, Chicken Caesar Wrap all served with your choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink. $15.00 includes tax and tip, bar drinks on your own. Please mail a check made out to: Peter Birrow 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879. Please write your sandwich choices on the check so that Joseph’s Restaurant can be prepared for our group. The choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink can be made at the table.We will gather in the lobby @ 1315 hours and walk to the restaurant as a group. Doc Hall will be the point-man.....Just follow the bouncing Bravo guidon!
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 03/31/2008
Email -- http://B 2/35th Luncheon
2965. As I read the guestbook entries I see mention of the 2/35th being being assigned at Schofield Barracks as part of 25th Inf.As I read those entries it makes me proud as a fellow Cacti from the Vietnam era.I was originally assigned to B2/35th 3rd Bde Task Force 25th Inf Division when I arrived. Later in August we were redesinated as 4th Inf Division. I kind of got attached to 25th and was with them longer so I chose to where 25th Patch even though I can wear the 4th as well.What this is leading up to is that I had the privledge to serve with 1/21st Gimlets at Schofied Barracks Quad D as a 11B rifleman Sp/4 after two different tours in Nam 67-68 B2/35th and 70-70 E Troop11th ACR/Air Calvary(ARPS_Aero Rifle Plt)in 1973. Fortune would have it that I was able to get out of 11B and go OJT 106RR with CSC 1/21. For the rest of my career I was in 11H MOS CSC Antitank Plt and later became 11H TOW Missile.My tour at Schofield allowed me to get out of 11B and become a 106RR gunner to a TOW Missile Section Ldr.When Hum Vees started changing out 106RR gun jeeps and I loved it.Retired just before Dessert Storm/Shield whichever one was first.
Chuck Coates
Charles Coates (Chuck) -- SMYNRA GA USA -- 03/30/2008
Email -- http://www.mynlc.com/a38180
2964. Hello Cacti, I want to give a special thanks to John Lorts in regards to my very wondeful visit to the 25th Infrantry Division at Schofield Barracks Tuesday March 25th, 2008. The 2/35th had a ceremony for the fallen Comrades that
got killed in the crash last year in Iraq,at Division Headquarters. Some of the fallen Comrades families were in attendance, it was sad and emotional.John knew I was going to be in Hawaii and suggested I visit Schofield I admit I had reservations because I was never on Schofield during my time with the 2/35th--66-67 Nam,worked in the Toc in the Arty Liaison section. Colonel Sam Whitehurst is the Batallion Commander, he and his people treated me like I was Special because I was in the Nam,very nice. After the ceremony we went to the state house, they had a Hawaii Medal of Honor Ceremony for Service men and woman who have fallen that were from Hawaii and for fallen Comrades that their unit was from Hawaii.
This had the top brass from the Pacific Command on down from all the Branches. A total of 31 Medals were given to famlies and friends of our fallen comrades . Schofield has newly renovated barracks.I can't say enough of the reception they gave me. Thanks again John.
Ernest M. Correia -- Marion MA USA -- 03/29/2008
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2963. Just wanted to say hope to see everyone at the reunion. stay healthy, happy and enjoy life because I know that you have earned it. so long for know Sgt Mac recon 2/35
Thomas McCauslin -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 03/27/2008
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2962. I was saddened today to learn of the passing of an old family friend back in Indiana. Ernie Latta was a friend and neighbor of my Dad ever since they were boys. Ernie joined the Army in 1939 and was assigned to Company I of the 35th Infantry. He was at Pearl Harbor on Dec 7 and served in all the Cacti Pacific Campaigns. He was a quiet little man who was admired and respected by the men of his generation. Ernie earned a Silver Star and at least 4 or 5 Bronze Stars while serving with the Cacti from 1940 through 1945. RIP old friend. Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/25/2008
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2961. My husband, S/Sgt. Wilburne (Bill) Hubbard was in the 2nd BtnE Co of the 35th from Nov. '40 until Aug. '45. He died in June 1983.
Vesta Lou Hubbard -- Orleans IN USA -- 03/24/2008
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2960. Served from Feb 67 til Dec 67 with HHC 2/35 as a medic from Pleiku/Kontum to Duc Pho/Quang Ngai area. Looking to get in touch with fellow medic Joe Baker;hope he's still in Hudson Valley area. Pictures were great Joe! I'm finally getting mine together too. E-mail me. " Doc " Doyle
Bernie Doyle -- Palisades NY USA -- 03/24/2008
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2959. We have just made our hotel reservation for the reunion at the Millenium Hotel and the reservation clerk indicated that there ARE NOT many rooms left.
Suggest YOU BOOK ASAP!!
Jim
Jim Holleran -- Red Bluff CA USA -- 03/22/2008
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2958. Lost Sgt. John Valero 39 yrs ago today. Will always remember him, and think of him often. Rest in peace.
Bill Wilds -- Wheaton IL USA -- 03/21/2008
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2957. Hello, I was putting together a family tree and discovered that my uncle PFC. Paul A. Buttitta served with the 35th ("M" company)at the Philipines, Northern Solomons and Luzon. I was looking for any information regarding him or pictures or awards the unit received for these operations. I guess this is a long shot but can anyone help me? Go fighting Cacti! Thank you, PJ
PJ Braun -- Milwaukee WI USA -- 03/19/2008
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2956. I made a post on 13 Mar about 12 Mar 67 but must have canceled it or lost it. Anyway would like to thank Dick Arnold,Doc DeRosa, Bill Henson just to name a few who have been instrumental in my search for answers and the Cacti site.I was there on that day almost 40 years ago and I'll always remember it because that is where I received my purple heart/CIB. But the reason I'll always remember that day is not only because there were so many lives lost,but a fellow soldier while we were out on the airstrip on stand-by had a preminition that he was going to die just before we got alerted to assist one of our sister units that had made contact.As we loaded up on the hueys some us us guys tried to assure this soldier he would be ok. Well as it turned out,it wasn't ok.When we got to LZ and were dropped off and started moving thru woods incoming rounds stated coming thru the trees and that's when it happened. There was an explosion I was hit in face,but not serious. Later I found out this same soldier had been hit from that explosion also,but had been fatal.I'm not trying to draw attention to myself,but these are memories you don't forget
Chuck Coates
Charles Coates (Chuck) -- SMYNRA GA USA -- 03/14/2008
Email -- http://www.mynlc.com/a38180
2955. Another THANKS to "Doc" Hall. He helped me find a former Cacti that I served with. The association is lucky to have him and others like him.
Larry Laughlin -- Geneva IL USA -- 03/12/2008
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2954. March 12, 1967 and the next day are days I often think about and will never forget. I was the medic in 1st platoon B co 2/35. As I was short timer I was replaced by another medic and I stayed with the forward aide station when this action took place. When news came down of this action all the medics came to help with the wounded. I knew so many of these guys I was filling out cards with all there info. The next day I was asked to go to grave registration to verify the KIA's. It was a very hard time as you know these guys where like your brothers. Seeing them stretched out on the litters is something I will never forget. Rest easy my brothers.
Rocco \'Doc\' DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 03/12/2008
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2953. In memory of those young men of A Co. 2/35 who were killed March 12, 1967. They are remembered. They are missed.
A Family Friend -- USA -- 03/12/2008
2952. I received my Cacti Times over the weekend through the internet. What a great read. I'd like to thank John Lorts for all his work, he did and does a heck of a job. Bill Hensen thanks for all you do. I'm sure trying to keep up with all the correct addresses is a hair puller. I'd like to also thank Capt McQuillen for his excellent story on the Battle Of Dragon Crater. Some times it seems like only yesterday we where there.
Rocco \'Doc\' DeRosa -- Fountain Hills AZ USA -- 03/11/2008
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2951. Last week the Association distributed 374 electronic copies of the spring 2008 issue of Cacti Times. It is an excellent 32-page magazine, and John Lorts put a considerable amount of time and effort into the publication. Unfortunately, a number of e-mail copies bounced back to me because of addreses no longer used by members. If you signed up and paid to receive an electronic copy of Cacti Times and haven't received it, this is the reason. We need your help in keeping our e-mail roster current. I encourage members to accept this small responsibilty to continue receiving in a timely manner this excellent publication about Cacti activities.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 03/10/2008
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
2950. I'm looking for Lowell Jons who was drafted from Wyoming in 1966 and served in Vietnam 1967-1968. He became a sargent in the short time frame of Vietmam. I was drafted with him and would like to talk to him. If anyone knows Big Jon please email me at phil-oasis@msn.com.
Phillip Collins -- Gold Canyon AZ USA -- 03/09/2008
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2949. My father was in the 35th but died before I was 3 years old. I would like to know if anyone out there knew him. He was in the south pacific during WWII, Guadacanal, Luzon etc. His name was Don Lucas from Pennsylvania
thanks.
Darla Steffen -- Simi Valley CA USA -- 03/09/2008
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2948. The spring issue of Cacti Times was sent via e-mail March 7 to 374 members. If you signed up for an electronic copy and haven't received this issue, please let me know. Several dozen of the e-mails I sent have bounced back because the recipient is unknown, hasn't used the mail box, isn't accepting e-mail from Bill Henson, etc. Again, I encourage those who have asked to receive Cacti Times by e-mail to keep their electronic address current with the Association.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 03/08/2008
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2947. Your history speaks about 2hills area during WWII called the seahorse, I have a WWII Eisenhower jacket with a seahorse patch on the pocket below the ribbons. Would this show this individual participated in that operation? I have been unable to find anything close to it except The 36th Engineer Regt which has a shoulder patch containing an sea horse but it is not the same. Any help would be appreciated. Ron US Army, Ret.
Ron Papineau -- Greensboro MD USA -- 03/07/2008
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2946. As usual I am running a little late with a project but here is what we are trying to do. As most of you know Dick Arnold has spent several years trying to collect a photograph for each of our Vietnam KIA's Memorial Pages. Dick has done an outstanding job but still we are missing photo's for nearly 80 of these. In several cases we know where these heroes are buried. In an attempt to reach family and friends of these old friends (and to honor them for their sacrifice) we are searching for volunteers to visit their graves just prior to Easter and leave a memorial card in their honor. We have need of volunteers in 20 states involving 37 locations. These states and locations are: Alabama -- Birmingham and Crenshaw; Californai-- Compton, Glendale, Long Beach, Los Angeles, and Sanger; Florida-- Clarcona, jacksonville, and Tavares; Georgia-- Brazelton, Ft. Benning, and Valdosta; Illinois-- Belleville; Indiana-- Hammond; Louisiana -- Albany; Massachussets-- Southbridge; Minnesota-- Anoka; Missouri-- Independence; Nebraska-- Omaha; New York-- Buffalo and Hawthorne; North Carolina-- Abbotsburg, Fair Bluff and Southern Pines; Ohio-- Toledo; Pennsylvania-- Archbald; South Carolina -- Charleston, Greenville County, and Landsford; Tennessee-- Lafayette; Texas -- Jacksonville, Losoya, and Houston; Virginia-- Danville and Hopewell; Washington-- Seattle.
Again we are looking for volunteers to go to the cemeteries and mark the graves of these heroes prior to Easter. I can send you a copy of the memorial by e-mail (and you would have to have it laminated at the nearest office supply store) or I can send you a laminated copy of the memorial but if I do this it would have to be very soon in order for it to get to you in time. Please contact me at my e-mail address below if you can perform this duty. Cacti Forever -- Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 03/06/2008
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2945. Greetings from Cacti Green-'E' Co. 2/35 Inf. 4th ID Sep.'67 thru Dec.'67Duc Pho and Tam Ky
Frank Stiles -- El Cajon CA USA -- 03/06/2008
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2944. This is 16, B-2/35; wondering if there are ANY cacti from April 68 thru August 69, or 1/69 armor types from Sept 68 thru Feb 69 who are still around.. You guys want to meet up at St. Louis? I kinda do... want to make contact with Spence's widow, Sirbaugh's family..some of the others; have made contact with Cpt Rothlisberger, with Phillip Galvan, my RTO; we're getting old, lets meet up one more time..
Tom Kite -- Edmond OK USA -- 03/06/2008
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2943. I was thinking about the good ole Infantry days and thought I'd Google us. I was with CSC 3/35th 187th INF BDE Reserves. I did two tours in Iraq with Trans units, wishing all the while I was with the 35th instead.
James A. Ward -- Pittsfield MA USA -- 03/05/2008
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2942. Thank u, I find it an honor to sign,its always a pleasure to hear from my cacti brothers. keep up the good work u certainly will be blessed for all u do.
John Haywood -- Charlotte NC USA -- 03/05/2008
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2941. I want to visit with anyone who knew my uncle Roy Culbreath, Sergeant, 35th Infantry, part of 25th Division, WW II. He entered the army in Feb 1942 and was promoted to Buck Sergeant on Guadalcanal in Dec. 1942. He received a number of citations, etc. and was one of the survivors of the 165 days on Luzon. He was a Tech Sergeant when he left the service about December 1945.
Glenn Smith -- Muskogee OK USA -- 03/03/2008
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2939. Along with the 10th Reunion in St Louis, Bravo 2/35 will meet for lunch at Joseph's Restaurant, 107 North Sixth St on Friday July 25th. A room has been provided for us to enjoy a lunch together and share once more, our Bravo Brotherhood. Lunch @ 1330 hours then business. Return to hotel @ 1530 hours. Choices: Steak or Chicken Philly, Hot Italian Hoagie, Turkey and Artichoke, French Dip, Chicken Parmesan,Turkey Club Wrap, Chicken Caesar Wrap all served with your choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink. $15.00 includes tax and tip, bar drinks on your own. Please mail a check made out to: Peter Birrow 37 Flint Rd. Tyngsboro MA 01879Please write your sandwich choices on the check so that Joseph’s Restaurant can be prepared for our group. The choice of French fries, pasta salad or homemade potato chips and a non-alcoholic drink can be made at the table.We will gather in the lobby @ 1315 hours and walk to the restaurant as a group. Doc Hall will be the point-man.....Just follow the bouncing Bravo guidon!
Peter J Birrow -- Tyngsboro MA USA -- 03/03/2008
Email -- http://B 2/35 8th Annual Luncheon
2938. I served from 72 to 75 Hawaii
George Lyttle -- Westfield MA USA -- 02/29/2008
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2937. Good afternoon all, I am the daughter of Donald M. Cholka. He served in the Army, Co A(?) 35th Inf Regt. during the years of 1949 to 1952 in Korea. He was a field lineman (or, at least that is what's on his DD214). I am trying to find anyone that may have known him. We, my 7 siblings and I, have lost track of him and long to see him. I would love to correspond with those who were in the same 35th Inf. with him. Even words from strangers about our father will help our hearts. Thank you and hope to hear from you.
Denise Cholka-Shaw -- Black River Falls WI USA -- 02/29/2008
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2935. Thinking about the spouses of Veterans, I wanted to write a poem for them. it's called:
A VETERAN'S SPOUSE:::
A VETERAN'S SPOUSE BE IT MAN OR WOMAN IS A GEM THAT IS SO RARE,
THIS PERSON IS A REAL PATRIOT SO TRUE THAT NONE CAN EVEN COMPARE.
WHILE THE BRAVE VETERAN TRAVELS THE WORLD HE OR SHE IS NEVER ALONE,
BECAUSE THEIR COUNTERPART IS THERE KEEPING THE FIRES BURNING AT HOME.
SO MANY MOVES AS THEY FOLLOW THEIR VETERAN FROM STATION TO STATION,
DOING THIS SO THAT THE VETERAN CAN CONTINUE TO SERVE A GRATEFUL NATION.
THIS PERSON RECEIVES NO MEDALS, NO RIBBONS NOR ANY GOLD,
THIS IS SO BECAUSE THEY HAVE PLEDGED FOREVER TO HAVE AND TO HOLD.
TODAY WE NEED TO HONOR THESE LOVING SPOUSE'S AS A PATRIOT SO TRUE,
FOR THESE BRAVE INDIVIDUALS ALSO SERVE THE RED, WHITE AND BLUE./// I wrote this one especially for the wives who follow their veteran through out his life. hope you enjoy it. Wayne D.(Lucky)Lund
Wayne D. (Lucky) Lund -- San Antonio TX USA -- 02/27/2008
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2934. I would like to thank Jim"doc"Hall for helping me find William"teddy bear"Carpenter,he was with 1/35th recon.
Paul Figg -- Locust Hill VA USA -- 02/26/2008
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2933. I was a member of A Co 1/35th from 1972 to 1975 would like to hear from anyone. Also if anyone remembers SGT Carl Marple he died while there in 1972 or 73.
Jerry Wayne Humphrey -- Gadsden AL USA -- 02/21/2008
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2932. [*[LARRY EUGENE SLOAN]*] I would like to know if anyone knew Larry Eugene Sloan, or anything about him, I'm doing a report on him for my english class and I keep finding the same information over and over. If anyone has any information on him, please contact me.
Lindsey Rodgers -- Blanco TX USA -- 02/19/2008
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2931. How would I go about locating a friend of my Grandpa who both served together in the 35th Infantry when Pearl Harbor was attacked. My Grandpa, Herman "Red" Schneider is in the hospital and is not doing so good and has mentioned the name of a friend, Danny Schwartz several times. They both are from Minnesota and enlisted together. Any suggestions? Please email me as soon as possible.
Katrina Lomas -- Rexburg ID USA -- 02/18/2008
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2930. Hello to the Cacti members.I am the Son of SFC Frankie Gene Willard. As you know by know last November my dad damaged his left knee and ended up falling and was unable to live by himself. We were forced to place him in a care home and since he does not have a lot of room he is unable to set up a computer and have contact with you all. Upon his request I will be giving out his address at the care home that he is currently at. He really is missing the correspondence with you all and he is hoping that some time in the near future that he will be able to get back on line. So if you would like to contact him it would be deeply appreciated his address is as follows.Frankie G. WillardC/O Infinity Care Home 1600 South WoodlawnWichita, Kansas 67218-4728
Michael G. Willard -- Wichita KS USA -- 02/18/2008
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2929. On the 26th of Jan. I returned from a two week visit to Vietnam-after 40 years. It was a memorable experience.
I was able to hook up with Mr. Phong in Saigon as my guide.
Some remember him as the interperter for 2/35 in the late 60s. He is a great guy and is available to assist any Cacti alumni that should make the trip. I did get up to Quang Nagi Province and visited old stomping grounds. The Mekong Delta was included also - I waded in that area in the early 60s. It was a long plane ride but I highly recommend the trip if you are so inclined.
John Cavender -- DAHLONEGA GA USA -- 02/17/2008
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2928. February 16, 1968 SFC William Greenwell KIA from mine. Rest In Piece. 1/35 Delta 4 actual.
Phil Landis -- San Diego CA USA -- 02/17/2008
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2927. I haven't been here for awhile, could someone tell me how to add the then and now pictures on the rooster pages?
Lloyd Brown -- Colorado Springs CO USA -- 02/16/2008
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2926. PFC LARRY D GOOD Wish I could have known you...Sadly missed, and never forgotten. This Hero was my uncle before I was even born. I wish I could have met him. I would like to know more about him. I don't have any pics of him (except what I just found on this site) and would like to get one to do a scrapbook page about him. My grandparents, Doris & Ford Vincent, use to talk about him like he was a saint. I grew up on stories about how awesome he was. It is for my own personal use and I will give you credit. What I would like to find is a military photo,an everyday photo or school photo. But since it's going to be a page "In Memory of..." I would like to have a few Military photos. Thanks again.
Sherry (Vincent) Carsten -- MI USA -- 02/13/2008
Email -- http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~mypages/
2925. In memory of Mark, Bob, Paul & Sal. KIA Feb 9 1968. I miss you guys. You served our country with honor and paid the ultimate price. You and your families are in my thoughts, I'll never forget you ..... never.
http://www.vvmf.org/index.cfm?SectionID=2
My friends fought not because they hated what is in front of him, but because they loved what is behind him.
Mitch -- Denver CO USA -- 02/09/2008
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2924. I pulled up my Uncle 2Lt Everett E. Light Ser# 05326272 on Faces of the Wall and found out that he had been married with two daughters. My uncle Died two months before I was born but my 11 year old son bears his name and I have always kept a portrait of Everett on my wall. If the info of Wife Della and children Shannon and Deborah is true I sure would like to say "Hello". Thank you, Gary Lightlighthousemaui@hotmail.com
Gary N. Light -- Lahaina HI USA -- 02/08/2008
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2923. I am looking for anybody who knew Maj. Ronald F. Rod. He was killed by VC on Dec. 04, 1965. I am his granddaugter and am compiling a scrapbook for my mother. It would mean the world to her to have personal comments/memories of him. Much appreciated.
Elizabeth Brock -- WI USA -- 02/07/2008
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2922. Happy TET 2008 to all Cacti who were there for the big show during 1968. We participated in a major historical event and I know we will remember those in our units who were killed during that period. Take Arms! Gary
Gary Dittmer -- Woodbridge VA USA -- 02/07/2008
2921. If anyone knows the mechanized unit that was with the 1/35 B Co. on Feb. 9, 1968 I would appreciate knowning the name of the unit. Thanks and carry on.
Phil Collins -- Gold Canyon AZ USA -- 02/06/2008
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2920. Hi All you Reunion goers! I've blocked out 100 tickets for the St.Louis Cardinals vs the Milwaukie Brewers for Thursday night July 24th at 7:15 pm. These tickets are $22 each. This night is the last St.Louis home game for July. We're only 2 blocks from Busch Stadium. Let's have a ball game night for all arriving Thursday or earlier!! Sent in the money with your registration or send to me :
35th Infantry Regt Assn- 2008 Reunion
14516 Shenandoah Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Doc Johnson -- Baton Rouge LA USA -- 02/06/2008
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2919. HOPE ALL IS WELL WITH OUR CACTI BROTHERS. THIS IS A GREAT WEB SITE. ALWAYS A CACTI GERALD E LAUNDERVILLE
Gerald E Launderville -- MAPLEWOOD MN USA -- 02/05/2008
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2918. One of the most important functions of the Association and all of its members must be to locate our old buddies.
A recent project that I've been working on reminds me of just how many Cacti there are out there who are yet to be identified and located.
I have made this offer in the past and I am making it again. I am willing to assist any of you in trying to locate your old Cacti friends. I don't promise success but I do promise a good try. I do ask that you make an attempt to contact these old friends should I be able to provide you with a good lead.
Contact me at the e-mail address below or write to me at Doc Hall/ 1335 N. Broad St./ Woodbury, NJ 08096
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 02/03/2008
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2917. 40th anniversary of Tet. Thinking of all of you who came through the time, and those who didn't, with prayers for your peace. Hey, Dick Arnold, drop me an e-mail! Roger F.
Roger Fuchs -- Portland OR USA -- 01/31/2008
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2916. i have located colonel frederick c. delisle(ret.) he is still working for the army in camp zama japan. colonel delisle was the 1st bn, 35th inf, S-3 in hawaii and pleiku. he also served as the bn cmdr of the 1st bn, 5th mech, 25th inf div in 69/70.
Marshall Jackson -- Lancaster SC USA -- 01/31/2008
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2915. I am looking for anyone who was with my brother Jimmy Larsen, from Utah, who was killed in action on March 18, 1969. He was with D CO, 2nd BN,35th RGT, 3rd BDE, 4 INF DIV. The report we got was he was somewhere in Kontum. If anyone can remember that battle, or my brother could you please email me.
Lonnie Monte Larsen -- Mt. Pleasant UT USA -- 01/30/2008
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2914. Goooooooooooooooooood evening to all. For those of you that have been to our reunions you have seen the Color Gaurd perform at the banquet and we are looking for more volunteers for this very honorable detail. Want to have a great experience and feeling ??? try it out..The emotions can be overwhelming as you can feel the pride in representing YOUR fellow Cacti's in doing this very rewarding and honorable detail. if you are interesed, please send me an e-mail.take care, take armsHHC TOC RTO 2/35th 8-68/8-69ts
Terry Savely -- Sugar land TX USA -- 01/24/2008
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2913. Hey brothers, "Doc" Olea here. I want to let each and everyone know that I say prayers and have many moments of somber time, when it comes to this period of time each year since 1969. I give a long and respectful hand salute to all that were in the Chu Pa area at this time. The salute is for our brothers that left us early in their lives and for those that survive to carry on. My brothers thank You for your sacrifice, bravery and the very part of your souls that I know you gave.SALUTE!!! "DOC" "D""C""HHC" 1/35 68-69
Forrest \"DOC\" Olea -- Kelso WA USA -- 01/23/2008
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2912. I know Harold Stewart(Stuart) sr. Medic Bn Aid Station 1/35th , 1966 was Doc Baldwin's Rt and Left hand is out there somewher. Please think about reunion in St Louis Mo. Would be great to see you, Last place I saw you was around 1981 in Ft Hood Txs, I had just returned from seeing Jerome Krauss and found out he had terminal cancer. Stay well .... Doc Ellis
Roger (Doc) Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 01/22/2008
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2911. Hello everyone! For anyone that served with SP4 John Larry Jeffers in the HHC Company 2nd Bat. 35th Infan. if you could please e-mail me with any information about him. What kind of soldier he was. What he shared with all of you about his family, friends, feelings etc. Also, if any of you have pictures of him from Vietnam please share! Thank You!A1C Smith e-mail: grace.smith@seymourjohnson.af.mil
Grace Smith -- Goldsboro NC USA -- 01/22/2008
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2910. On 1-19-08 I was at breakfast with the Ohio Chapter of the 4th ID.With us that day was Jim Olmstead,once a combat photographer with the 4th ID. He has photos from 68 of the 2d Batt.at BMT and is trying to send them for posting on our web site. Jim is going back into the hospital soon for surgery on his back. Anyone wishing to contact him,try jolmstead@neo.rr.com.I am sure that he would like a little cheer.
Patrick O\'Connor -- Southington OH USA -- 01/20/2008
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2909. HELLO ALL,I AM NEW TO COMPUTORS AND WEB SITES. AFTER ALL THES YEARS I HAVE DECIDED TO FIND OUT ABOUT MY OLD UNIT AND HOPELY CONTACT OLD FRIENDS. I WAS WITH B CO, 2/8TH INF,4TH INF DIV FROM DEC 1967 TO DEC 1968. ANY HELP WOULD BE GREAT. WEB SITES OR ANYTHING. I KEEP REACHING DEAD ENDS ESPECALLY ON GOV. SITES. I CAN'T SEEM TO REACH THEIR SITES. GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND WELCOME HOME. THANKS BUDDY MILLER
Buddy Miller -- FAIRHOPE USA -- 01/20/2008
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2908. This is about Richard La Barbera , a fallen member of your unit. It is the first time I visited the Memorial on the computer. My son Richard is named after Ricky and he was born on the birthday of Ricky's mother. He was like a gift to her. The thing I remember most about Ricky is that he planted orange pits in a planter and everyone said that it couldn't grow on Long Island. Well, his folks kept the tree on the back porch for several years. It was like a living memorial to Ricky. Ricky has a brother, Larry, living on LI the last I heard. Thanks for your service and the nice things you all said about him.
Jerry Schwarzman -- East Islip NY USA -- 01/19/2008
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2907. My Great Uncle John Larry Jeffers served in the Vietnam war with the 2nd Batallion 35 Infantry Regiment. He was only 19 when he was killed by small arms fire. The memory of my Great Uncle still lives among our family. He was loved very much. We are all so proud of him and what he did for our country. SP4 John Larry Jeffers inspired me to join the military and serve as well. I am the only girl in the family that has joined. I know how he felt when he left our small town. I also know how he felt when he was told he was leaving for war. My Great Uncle will never be forgotten. His legend will live on in our family through the military members that we have now and the ones that we will have in the future to come. A1C Smith, USAF
Grace E. Smith -- Goldsboro NC USA -- 01/18/2008
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2906. All Vets from the Cacti Regt, This is to inform you about the passing of another Combat Infantry Brother. Pete Uphold, A member of Love Co. 35Th Inf from Sept 1950 until July 1951, Passed into Glory on 5 Jan. 2008 at 5:30 in the morning. Pete was 76 years old and Lived in Stroudsbueg, PA. Pete and I were in the same squad until he left in July. David M. WilliamsC CO. 29TH and L CO 35THJuly 1950 Aug 1951
David M. Williams -- Stockton CA USA -- 01/17/2008
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2905. Hiya gents j.c. here with a new e-mail address & hopefully a more secure server. i'll be making reservations soon for st.louis & hope to see some old & new friends their. see ya soon j.c.
julius miskovich -- Homestead PA USA -- 01/17/2008
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2904. D 1/35 Jan 69. The Next two weeks will always be remembered as a time you saw hell and lived another day. God Bless
Ed Corman -- Lincoln NE USA -- 01/16/2008
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2903. Back in 1965 there was a very good basketball teem made up of some men of the 2/35 th. If any one has information, or a list of players, pictures would be fine.
Bruce A Suttles
Basuttles@hotmail.com
Bruce A Suttles -- Alamogordo NM USA -- 01/15/2008
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2902. Im looking for someone whonew my father his name was Donald E SHISSLER SR, he passed away on july 25th 2007,he served third class with company E 35TH INFRANTRY REGIMENT US ARMY ON NOV 22 1954 AND SERVED ONDUTY AND RESERVES UNTIL NOV 21 1962, HE ALSO HAD A GOOD CONDUCTMEDAL,ALSO OVER SEASSERVICE RIBBON,ARMYSERVICE RIBBON, THE ARMY TRAING RIBBON AND THE MARKMANSHIP BADGE WITH PISTOL AND RIFLE BARS
TRACY PETROSKI -- Sunbury PA USA -- 01/14/2008
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2901. Making acorrection on the state I reside in. It is Fallon, NV., not Fallon,Ca.
Also looking for James Bains. We went through basic, AIT, and on ship to Nam. He was a teacher in Oakland, Ca. If anyone can help it would be appreciated.
also trying to find the Sgt who pulled me out of the tunnel in Oct of 67. I believe he lived in Texas and rotated home in Nov. or Dec. of 67
John Morgan -- Fallon NV USA -- 01/13/2008
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2900. I am the son of William Farrar who served in Ist Platoon, G Company 2nd Battalion, 35th Regiment during 1943-1945. He fought in Guadalcanal, Vella Lavella, and the Philippines "165 Days in Luzon.? My father passed away in 2006 and I am conducting research of his military service for family members. Of special interest is a G Company landscape photograph taken in New Caledonia prior to the Philippines and battle of Luzon. Any help in locating this photo would be appreciated.
Edward Farrar -- Chester VA USA -- 01/12/2008
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2899. The Membership Committee wants to remind members that now is the time to renew your annual membership in the 35th Infantry Regiment Association or become a member. Your dues help support our outstanding web site and print publication, “Cacti Times,” as well as numerous Cacti programs. 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 all annual members, $25.00 will renew your membership for 2008 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 10th annual reunion July 24-27 at St. Louis can be printed from this Web site.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 01/11/2008
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
2897. Served with E-company 2/35 as a gunner in a mortar platoon (4.2) from May of 1968 through Sept of 1969. would like to hear from those who served with the 4.2 mortar. Wishing all who have served our country a Happy New Year. May God bless.
Lisandro De Hoyos (Sandy) -- Rancho Cucamonga CA USA -- 01/07/2008
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2896. Good morning from arizona.May every one have a blessed and successful 2008.If you remember me or think you do, email me at pug-21@hotmail,com
Sincerely Frank Lynn
Frank Lynn -- Chandler AZ USA -- 01/05/2008
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2895. I have been contacted by the family of Cpl. George Hardin who was KIA in Korea on Nov 27, 1950. He served with Baker Co 2/35th at the time of his death. They would like to communicate with anyone who may of known their loved one or even with anyone who served with Baker Co 2/35th at the time. If you are that person please contact me and I will put you in touch. Another hero is remembered and we should all be proud that this is so. Doc Hall
Jim Doc Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 12/31/2007
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2894. NEW YEARS TO ALL CACTI BROTHERS AND FAMILIES....GOD BLESS...
Pancho -- San Antonio TX USA -- 12/31/2007
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2893. Happy New Year to all Cacti and their families from Lee and Jan.
Lee Ingram -- Arab AL USA -- 12/29/2007
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2892. In 1968 I was assigned to HQ CO 1/35th. I was the Mess Sgt. I was also at Kontum and Dakto with some of you fellows making sure hot chow was provided when ever posssible. Not many people remember the cooks, but I sure remember you men that were there not by name but what I saw. It has been a long time. I am just starting to come around. If any one remembers me feel free to send me a e-mail at theszuggar@yahoo.com
Waldemar Szuggar -- McDonald TN USA -- 12/29/2007
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2891. Served in Nam Aug 67--Sept 68
D Co. 2/35
John Morgan -- Fallon CA USA -- 12/27/2007
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2890. I would like to make a correction when I posted a comment about the ambush of B 2/35 in Battle of An Thach. It should have been Tan Phong. Cpt Ralph Walker my CO and my sqd ldr were Sgt William Silva were kia's of that contact. Its been so long I just got the contact mixed up with the An Thach contact I was in 20 Aug 67.I'm still looking for anyone who might have been in my squad on 29 May 67. I was a sp/4 at the time. Also Merry Christmas to Cacti Present and Past.
Chuck Coates
Charles Coates (Chuck) -- Atlanta GA USA -- 12/25/2007
Email -- http://www.yourcyberloans.com
2889. Marry Christmas and Happy New Year to All ....God Bless
Look foward to seeing all in STL JUL o8
Larry Starling -- Winston Salem NC USA -- 12/24/2007
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2888. MERRY CHRISTMAS !!! to all the "Cacti Family" past and present and a special Seasons Greeting to my brothers of B Co 1/35th Inf, 3rd Bde 25th Inf Div RVN 1965-1967 who are always in my thoughts every day.
"Cacti Green, Bronco Brigade, None Better"
Jim Barrett -- Granger IN USA -- 12/24/2007
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2887. Cacti Brothers, MERRY CHRISTMAS to all of you..take care...and God Bless ALL.................
Pancho -- San Antonio TX USA -- 12/24/2007
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2886. I am signing this for my dad Frank Modlin Sr. He was in Heavy Weapons Co. of 2/35 during WWII. He was a 30 caliber Water Cooled Machine Gunner and served from the Solomons to Luzon with the regiment. I was visiting my parents this weekend in Virginia and for the first time in my life, he told me of some of the combat action that he was involved in. He was wounded in action in Feb. 1945 on Luzon (shrapnel to the chin and face)but only missed 10 days of action. He also gave several other accounts of some of the combat action that he and other members of the company were involved in. Hearing these accounts was remarkable. Any WWII guys left out there that might have been with 2/35 at that time?
Frank Modlin Jr. -- Florence SC USA -- 12/23/2007
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2885. Hi to all of the present & veterans of the Cacti. Let me first start off by saying all of you are a special bond in my heart.I served in Co.C.1/35,&Co.C 4/27, 8/'84 to 8/'87 as a Sgt.E-5. I never saw war time, but if I had still been there, I know that all of the Cacti was, are & will allways be of the best! Trying to find some of the people I served with. I have found some,& found out that alot had re-enlisted,& have also retired.I would love to hear from any one who served with me.My wife Sherry live outside Winston-Salem, N.C..Maybe we can ride the H-D hog somewhere to re-unite & have a cold beer.
Edward Dean Key -- Lewisville NC USA -- 12/22/2007
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2884. Is there anyone out there who was with B2/35th when they were caught in an ambush during the Battle of An Thach Aug 20,67.My Co Cpt Walker was killed in that battle and my sqd leader Sgt William Silva. Does anyone recall Sgt Silva? I'm not sure what sqd or plt I was in. I have not heard of or met anyone that remembers me. I rmember me and a couple of the guys from his sqd wrote his girlfriend a letter saying how sorry we were for the loss of Silva.If there is anyone that was in Sgt Silva's sqd let me hear from you. Thanks.Chuck Coates SSG Retired
Charles Coates (Chuck) -- Atlanta GA USA -- 12/18/2007
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2883. To whomever asked the question . I would want a meeting in Hawaii and /or I would be inteerested in a trip. The 25th was where I grew up, went from PFC to SFC in a time span of roughly 12-1960 to jan 1967. I love the unit and will always bleed Cacti Green.I was a soldier , I am a soldier and I will die a soldier. That is the mind set and forever I will be a Cacti. Have a Blessed Holiday Season, God does provide Blessings and a firm promise, God Bless Rog. Doc Ellis Cpt USA Retired
Doc Ellis -- Trinity FL USA -- 12/18/2007
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2882. TO ALL CACTI PAST AND PRESENT. MERRY CHRISTMAS AND WISH YOU ALL A HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR.......NEVER FORGET !
Sonny -- PA USA -- 12/13/2007
2881. i am trying to find frederick c. delisle. he was the S-3 for the 1st bn, 35th inf(1965-66) the last thing i have been able to find on delisle, is that he retired as a colonel. he did serve as the bn cmdr of the 1st bn, 5th mech inf, at chu chi, in 1969/70. colonel delisle carries with him a lot of history about the 1st bn, 35th inf, in 1965/66. anyone knowing where or how we might contact frederick c. delisle, retired colonel, please contact marshall jackson at 803-286-0116 (leave a message) or email me, marshall179@webtv.net.
Marshall Jackson -- Lancaster SC USA -- 12/11/2007
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2880. Here's wishing a merry Christmas and a great New Year to everyone.
Thomas McCauslin (Mac) -- Phoenix AZ USA -- 12/10/2007
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2879. WISHING ALL MY CACTI BROTHERS A MERRY CHRISTMAS, HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR..LETS KEEP THE TROOPS IN OUR PRAYERS THIS YEAR...."TAKE ARMS"...~BOBBY~
BOBBY HURT -- McCALLA AL USA -- 12/09/2007
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2878. I am an AD soldier helping a friend out looking for some information on a soldier named CPL Marvin Lorenz. He was from North Dakota and served with the 25th ID, 35th Infantry Regiment. My understanding is he was in "Love" Company (L CO?). From my research it looks like he served from December 1950 to December 1951 or so.
I have a news clipping w/ a photo of him pictured with PFC Clayton J. Offerdahl of Fordville and PFC Edward Moore of Tokia. The picture is taken after there unit crossed the Han river to attack the Chinese Communists in late 1950.
If anyone has any information about this soldier could you contact me? I can be reached at sporterinva@yahoo.com
I am soldier trying to help a soldier's family get some information about their father.
Regards,
LTC Ed Larkin
LTC Ed Larkin -- Alexandria VA USA -- 12/05/2007
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2877. Thank you Carlos Lopez for the insight you provided on my cousin SGT Warren O (Whittey) Knepper KIA 24 Jun 1966. I would be interested in any pictures of Warren that anyone can send. God Bless all of the members of Cacti and have a Blessed Christmas. Stan Knepper former 7th Inf Div
Stanley D. Knepper -- Alliance OH USA -- 12/03/2007
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2876. Hi Fellow Cacti,
Thought I would touch base and say hi to everyone. It's been a while since I visited the site, but just renewed my membership couple weeks ago. For anyone new I served with B 2/35th 3rd Bde Task Force 25th Inf Div before we were redesignated as the 4th Inf Div in Aug 67. I arrived in Pleiku Jan 67 and rotated back to states in Jan 68. I operated around Pleiku, Duc Pho, Iron Trianle, and in the Khon Touns and other areas. This site has helped me greatly in getting answers that I had thought about for over 39 years and I really appreciate the help I recived. Thanks
Chuck Coates SSG Retired
Charles Coates (Chuck) -- Atlanta GA USA -- 12/01/2007
Email -- http://www.yourcyberloans.com
2875. I regret to say that Life member Hubert "Bud" Graham, G Co. 2/35, 1951 of Lakeland, FL., passed away August 21, 2007. We have lost a warm, caring Cacti brother.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 11/26/2007
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
2873. Thank You to all members of the CACTI. Your service will always be appreciated by all of us here in the USA. I just wanted to drop by and say thank you. On behalf of your fallen brother PFC Stanley G. Toler my uncle who is still greatly missed I"m sure he would want to say thanks to you all and may God bless you each and every one. RT
Richard Toler -- Ernul NC USA -- 11/21/2007
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2872. TO ALL THE CACTI BROTHERS AND THEIR FAMILIES, HAVE A WARM AND HAPPY THANKSGIVING DAY, ENJOY THE DAY AND YOUR FAMILIES....TAKE CARE AND GOD BLESS......
Frank De La Rosa, Jr -- San Antonio TX USA -- 11/20/2007
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2871. The fall 2007 electronic issue of Cacti Times was sent out via e-mail during the night. Of the 355 e-mails sent with the attached issue, 25 were rejected marked as "Undeliverable." Typically the remote host reports: Invalid recipient, Your recipient never logged onto their free account, Unknown address error, User unknown, Addressee unknown, Not accepting mail from WHhenson@cox.net, etc. If you have not received your e-version of the new issue, it may be for one of the reasons above. Since the e-mail addresses of the rejected messages are no longer valid, I will remove them from the distribution list. Please add me to the list of people you are willing to accept e-mail from, and let me know if your e-mail address has changed. Those who receive the Cacti Times by surface mail should expect the bulk mail delivery to take three or four weeks.
Bill Henson, Secretary -- Rocky River OH USA -- 11/19/2007
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
2870. In memory of PFC Frank Raz, Bravo Company, 2/35th who we lost 40 years ago today, 18 November, to a booby trap. I would be interested in hearing from anyone who was serving with Frank at the time of this incident and who may have specific information. Frank was one of six men wounded and the only one to die from his wounds. To all Cacti THANK YOU for your service and welcome home. To Jim Anderson and the Association thank you for providing copies of the radio logs for the day of the incident.
Paul J. Wida -- New Windsor NY USA -- 11/18/2007
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2869. I am fortunate enough to live close enough to Washington DC that I am able to get down there 5 or 6 times per year to visit the Wall. Whenever I go I always try and take some sort of written memorial to some of my old buddies to leave in front of the panel holding their names. It is always very gratifying to then stand back and watch visitors bend down to read something about one of my old pals. I know for that moment that my buddies live again in the minds of the reader. As I think about my latest visit this past Saturday it dawns on me that perhaps there are many of you out there who would like to memorialize old friends but don't live near enough to Washington to do this. I just want any Cacti to know that I would be most happy and honored to do this for you. If you would like to honor an old friend (or friends) I would be most happy to deliver a memorial to the Wall for you. I can't get there every week but I would be most happy to do this during my visits to the Wall.
If you'd like for me to deliver a memorial for you please feel free to send it to me at 1335 N. Broad St/ Woodbury, NJ 08096. I will do my best to perform this duty with the reverence that such a memorial deserves. (Just a note: because on any given day it could be raining or snowing or windy it would be best to laminate a memorial in order preserve them long enough to last a day. Also please make sure I can tell for whom the memorial is intended. Cacti Forever/Doc Hall
Jim \"Doc\" Hall -- Woodbury NJ USA -- 11/17/2007
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2868. First of all, to all my Veteran Brothers, have a great Veterans Day. Tomorrow, 11-13-07,will be the 40th anniversary of a very special person who gave his life for his country. Lt. Glenn Randy Eisenhour, known to his platoon as Ike, was killed during a Combat Assault, just south of DaNang. I became very close to Ike during our time together. He was an oustanding athlete out of East St. Louis , Illinois. He was a natural leader, who cared for all of his men in his platoon. When the crap hit the fan, Ike was at the front leading by example. I have'nt ever, and never will forget how much this man meant to me. When us veterans call each other Brother, and I call Ike Brother, it is from the heart and soul that we do this. Lt. Ike was the greatest friend I ever had. I have missed him dearly for 40 years. When I pass on, I sure hope the Good Lord allows me in Heaven so I can be reunited with my friend, and my "BROTHER". I think I can say for all the Brothers of 1st Platoon, CO. B, 1/35th, we love you Ike, and may God Bless You.
Michael Hogan (HOGIE) -- Frisco TX USA -- 11/12/2007
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2867. Tomorrow (11/13/07) will be the 39th anniversary of the fire fight on LZ Jean. We lost two fine men from C Co., 1/35th, and I know we had some WIA's as well. While Tony Culotta and Michael Brandin left us that day, they live in our memories and shall not be forgotten. Fine young men who served their country well. Here's to them both and to their families.
Jim \"Mac\" McDevitt -- Glen NH USA -- 11/12/2007
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2866. HAND SALUTE TO ALL VETERNS. Also a hand salute to those of the 35th Inf Assn who have served and continue to serve within the assn.
Point man Stephens, C/1st/35, June of 66. Are you out there anywhere? Still searching for details.
Thanks
Bob Stedman
C/1st/35 Apr-June 1966
Bob Stedman -- Columbus OH USA -- 11/12/2007
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2865. The Veterans Day Ceremony at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was also a recognition of the 25th Anniversary of "The Wall'. The turnout of Vets from all Branches as well as all conflicts was a heartfelt and memorable recognition of the sacrifices that we as Veterans have endured, along with that of our own Families and those Family Members of our Buddies who have gone before us. Thanks to Gary Lee and Kevin(1st 35th.) for being there and to anyone else we may have missed meeting there.
CACTI FOREVER!
Tom Gragg
MSG-Ret, SIGC
(C 2/35 3/4 67-68)
Tom Gragg -- Harrisburg PA USA -- 11/11/2007
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2864. TO ALL MY CACTI AND RECON BROTHERS HAVE A AND ENJOY A GREAT VETERANS DAY....TAKE CARE...GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND FAMILIES.....PANCHO/TEXAS
Panch -- San Antonio TX USA -- 11/10/2007
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2863. Looking for anyone who knew my Father in law Robert E. Camp? His unit was the 35th Inf.Reg. APO 25 unit 3 Co.D His ser# 16303413. He was in Japan before going to Korea. He enlisted on 3 Dec.1948. Did training at Camp Breckinridge KY,and Camp Stoneman,CA. Also he was wounded in Korea,shot under the armpit right arm.From stories my father in law told me, He had a buddie from Redwood City,CA his nickname was "Stretch" Anderson.His buddie was also a logger.Any information would me in this search,thanking anyone who can help. Ralph Richwine
Ralph.w.Richwine -- Ft. Lewis WA USA -- 11/09/2007
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2862. Hi Guys Thinking back; Our outfit was presented with a Black Beret back in 1966. Is there anyone out there who knows any thing about it? And there is a thing that was put on our uniforms that did not look like a twenty-fifth infantry electric strawberry, I was getting out then and did not want to slow down the process, but this type of inconsistency should be rectified. Please get back to me. Bruce A. SuttlesAt: Basuttles@hotmail,com
Bruce A, Suttles -- Alamogordo NM USA -- 11/07/2007
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2861. It has become a habit of mine to check the Guestbook regularly for postings that might close a "loop" from some disconnected period from my past. Two of the most recent postings have caused me to write a note myself. First, Bill Hensons reminder to renew our membership. This is a very important action for each of you. The life of this association depends on the support of the members. There has been a great deal of good accomplished in the past ten years and still more to be done. I urge all of you to continue to be a part of this and encourage others that have not joined to do so between now and July. Also, the great contribution by Don Keith in the way of sharing the photographs was much appreciated. I hope that his gesture will send others searching through shoe boxes in the attic for those old photos from thier respective 365 Tour. Thanks Don. Good work in taking the photos and keeping up with them for all these years. We all need to follow your example and keep our history out there for others to experience. Peace and Grace to all my Cacti Brothers... Blue and Green.Lee
Lee Ingram -- Arab AL USA -- 11/06/2007
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2860. My Grandfather (Gustav Durward Schmidt) served in Guadalcanal, and was injured in combat. He has recently expressed that he would like to get in contact with some of the people that he served with. I was unable to find his name anywhere, or any of the names that he mentioned. I did notice a person by the name of Frank Marks who I believe I remember seeing as an editor for a newsletter that my grandfather has.
Brent Schmidt -- Lamesa TX USA -- 11/06/2007
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2859. 2008 Dues Reminder:
This has been a memorable year for the Association, and as the end of 2007 draws near, I encourage all Cacti to renew their membership for 2008, or join our very special organization as we prepare for the regiment's 10th annual reunion next year at St. Louis July 24-27.
For Annual members, $25.00 will renew your membership for 2008 if you elect to receive the "Cacti Times" by U.S. mail. It is only $15.00 if you prefer to receive your copy electronically via e-mail. Active duty personnel dues are $20.00.
For all Life and Annual members, any additional tax deductible contribution of support is greatly appreciated.
Please send your membership dues/program contributions to:
Bill Henson, Secretary,
35th Infantry Regiment Association,
3680 Chrisfield Drive,
Rocky River, OH 44116.
Please make checks or money orders payable to: 35th Infantry Regiment Association. Membership applications may be printed from this site's home page.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 11/05/2007
Email -- http://www.Cacti35th.org
2858. Thanks to the super staff of the Cacti you now can see 139 photos of the gang of B 1st BN, 67 to 68. Cpt Barton, TJ Blue. I am sure you might find yourselfs. Take the tour of HY #1, 506 valley, Bon Son and of course the R and R. Don Keith FO 2/9th should you forget. have lots of photos in the new site " themightyninth.org " lots of B grunts in them so see yourself there too.
Lt Don Keith, FO -- Bartlett TN USA -- 11/03/2007
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2857. Hello Rick..good to find another CACTI BLUE TOC RTO. There only a few of us. Sent you an e-mail so please stay in touch and become a member of our great association.
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8-68/ 8-69
Terry Savely -- Sugar Land TX USA -- 11/02/2007
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2856. I have just read through the guestbook and saw Msgt. Butter and Ernest Corria messages. I went in country 1967 first at LZ Liz where I meet you guys. Ernest was leaving LZ Liz if I remember correctly, but Msgt. Butter stayed until he tour was over. The TOC was my home and the guys were my family for 11 months 25 days as we moved around Vietnam. I would like to hear from more of the TOC guys from the 2/35 "Cacti" Blue. I also have a set of progresive pictures of a hole (under ground bunker) that one of our company's found. A couple of these pictures are in a book "The Vietnam War" by Douglas Welsh. One picture is with Mgr. Ben Crosby bending over the hole with a VC coming out with hands above his head. Its good reading the messages -- lets see more TOC RTO's writing in. CACTI FOREVERJohn (Rick) SkinnerVietnam 1967 - 68
John (Rick) Skinner -- Bimingham AL USA -- 11/01/2007
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2855. Looking for John M. Dewey by Marshall Jackson. one of the hero's of my plt that was ambushed on 3 jul 66, in vietnam, is john m. dewey, a black man from harlem, new york. dewey was burned real bad from a gas can that exploded. this can was sitting on the rear of a apc, which was hit by a rpg. when the day was over B-1-35 infantry, 3rd brigade, 25th infantry division, had 20 men kia and 28 wia. we have searched every where trying to find john dewey and others. we would appreciate it if by chance you know john dewey, are know someone that knows him, please pass our contact info on to him. if you have a guestbook or message board, please post oru contact info. my name is marshall jackson. my phone number is 803-286-0116. contact alonzo jones by email; jones25_1cav@highland.net. the 35th infantry association website is, cacti35th.org. thank you for any help you may provide. sincerly, marshall jackson.
Marshall Jackson -- Champaign IL USA -- 10/29/2007
Email -- http://www.angelfire.com/il2/VeteranIssues/
2854. Like to hear from any vet I was in A/1st/35th second plt Dec 1966 thru Dec 1967 mostly walked point did a few tunnels
Buddy Bradley -- Pomona Park FL USA -- 10/27/2007
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2853. Sorry to learn about Col. Al Wells, he was my company commander in B Co 2/35 at Schofield, during his tenure I got promoted to Sergeant. I was in contact with him a while back but was not aware of any health issues. Was hoping to see him at one of the reunions. He was a very good officer and gentleman.
Charles H Beauchamp -- Salem OR USA -- 10/25/2007
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2852. BROTHER CACTI WE HAVE LOST ANOTHER MEMBER THIS YEAR, I HAVE FOUND THAT COL. ALBERT WELLS, SHOTGUN III PLATOON LEADER, HAS PASSED. JUNE 12TH 2007," REST IN PEACE BROTHER YOU HAVE DONE YOUR TIME IN HELL" THE COLONELS FAVORITE SAYING WAS...LETS ROLL....... Bobby Hurt
BOBBY HURT -- BIRMINGHAM AL USA -- 10/24/2007
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2851. I was a forward observer for the 4.2 inch mortars in the 1/35, mostly with recon, from January 1966 to December 1966. I'm writing a paper for a university project on the effect that killing an enemy combatant for the first time has on the mind. I know that it's different for different people but I would like to use some examples. If anyone would care to dredge up old memories/feelings and send me an email on this subject, I would truly appreciate it. I would like to know how prepared you felt you were to kill, how you felt immediately after and what the longer term effect, if any, was.
Thanks,
Mike
Mike Kellermeyer -- Ft. Wayne IN USA -- 10/16/2007
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2850. My name is Robert P. Catling II. Robert P. Catling was my uncle. It was because of him that I decided to enlist right out of high school. If anyone sees this post, and knew him, could you please e-mail me at r1616@hotmail.com and tell me a bit about him. I was born years after he passed away. Thank you.
Robert P. Catling II -- Hazleton PA USA -- 10/16/2007
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2849. Ed Rother, coach of the 3rd Bde. Broncos from 1963-65, passed away Oct. 13 in Hawaii.
Bill Henson -- Rocky River OH USA -- 10/15/2007
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2848. I served with Aco and HHC from Dec 1994 to Oct 1998. We deployed for several training events including Cobra Gold in Thailand and to Australia. BC was LTC Clemmons and I believe his command was followed by LTC Richardson. I'd love to hear from any soldiers that might have served during that time.
Wes Shivers -- Tyler TX USA -- 10/15/2007
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2847. My name is Kristin and I am the wife of fallen soldier Joshua S. Harmon who was one of the cacti killed in the August 22, 2007 helo crash in Iraq. There are not many things my frazzled mind remembers from the services of my husband, but one thing I distinctly remember are the men who walked into the funeral home and saluted the casket of my husband the day of his wake. I can not tell you how touched I was to see that, and I want to thank those men, if they chance to read this, for being there. It was amazing the amount of support we received and the hundreds of people who came to pay respects to Joshua, but I was brought to tears every time fellow servicemen, retired and active, stood in front of his casket in salute. Thank you again for being a part of honoring such a hero. May Joshua and all of his fellow soldiers rest in peace. They will never be forgotten and we will all be forever grateful for their sacrifice.
Kristin (Rathjen) Harmon -- Norfolk VA USA -- 10/14/2007
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2846. I am looking for walter j kierzkowski, from formerly from Jermyn. Looking for e mail address. graduated in 1956 looking for him
Michael Hine -- Jermyn PA USA -- 10/12/2007
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2845. Joe, while our association embraces all Cacti, it is true that most members are from the various wars in which the 35th has fought. The website is weighted heavily toward those members and time periods simply because that is the information we have. We would very much like to have many more Peactime and Cold War Cacti join us, bringing their stories, photos, and experiences into the already rich tapestry that is the history of the 35th Infantry Regiment. Jim Anderson, our Executive Vice President, handles the history section of the website, and is gatekeeper of the historical records that we have. Please contact him with any information that you might have, and spread the word to the Cacti with whom you served that the 35th Infantry Regiment (Cacti) Association is here for them. --Take Arms--
Dave Muxo -- Orlando FL USA -- 10/11/2007
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2844. I see very little about Cacti between Vietnam and Iraq on this site and I cannot find any reference to there having ever been a Combat Support Company(CSC) 1/35th before
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