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Last: EASLEY CommentsI am now in 2-77FA because we have reflagged from 2-17FA. Last: Jones CommentsYou guys are GREAT ! Just back from Vietnam - got Dirt from F.S.B. Illingsworth - soon will be at Fort Sill , Oklahoma - Dirt for Memorial of Illingsworth - Courage Lane ! Last: Scott CommentsI just watched a program about the Paladin on the History Channel. That is one awesome cannon. I thought my cannoneers and chart operators were second to none but this new M-109 is a cannoncockers dream come true. Forty years ago the action on LZ peanut was under way. Let us remember our fallen comrades fondly and with reverence. Softly call the Muster. Last: Collins CommentsLast: Baucham CommentsI am look to contact any one serving in B btry 6/77 may 68 to may 69. Any info on any who served would be appreciated Last: keppler Commentswould like to hear from anyone in the old unit. 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Sincerely, Phil Sampley Last: flynn CommentsLast: flynn CommentsLast: flynn CommentsLast: flynn CommentsLast: purplesector Commentswas not artillery ,,,,,,, but sure am glad you guys were .......... thanks for being there for a grunt like me skids up ,,,,,,,,,,,last out set trips n charges purpout/allclear Last: cocks Commentslooking for history of unit actions, etc. Last: Hinojosa` CommentsLast: Humphrey CommentsLast: Lapp CommentsOn this day March 21st, 1967 the 2nd Battalion 34th Armor earned it’s second Presidential Unit Citation for its efforts at the Battle of Suoi Tre. It remains one of the proudest days of my life watching those from the 77th Arty waving and cheering as we broke into the clearing of the firebase. This conflict lasted from March 19th to March 21st, 1967. and with the arrival of the Mech forces ended the 3 day battle 4 hours later . When it was nice and safe the brass hats and intelligence REMF’s arrived to confiscate the war souvenirs. Don’t believe all that you hear from the History Channel and Military Channel. The NVA 9th Division commander says that Operation Junction City had no effect on his division , only the un-enlightened media can believe that a commander can loose most of a regiment and say that. Gen Vessey’s spin ignores those who saved his butt for his climb to the Chief of Staff for the Army. We cannot forget the 31 Americans that were killed in this battle Last: McIntosh CommentsI was the Battalion welder on Sheridan Kassern Augsburg, Germany. We were a 8 inch Battalion. Last: schwindt Commentsdoes anyone know how to get coordinates of an action in vietnam. the action happened nov 20th 1966, death recorded day nov 22nd, in the rung sat special zone. c 2/77th fired for us that day, a lot. Last: Anderson Comments1-7 FA from 2BCT, 1ID is re-flagging to 1-77 FA on March 17, 2008. Last: forman CommentsLast: Sain CommentsThis is great. It has brought back many memories that were stored in a place from long ago. Last: Ybarra CommentsI wish I could remember. I was hoping somebody would write in with our activities during that period. I remember coming into Base Camp from Burt. The rest is like a news reel, certain faces and instances will come into focus, then on to the next scene. What great fun, heh? Last: Scott CommentsRe, TET '68, I was Alpha Battery XO during TET '68. We were on LZ Uplift, colocated with 2nd Brigade and Battalion HQ's. I believe that Uplift was the only HQ firebase that was not hit hard that night. Why? The 1/9 did their "last light" recon and caught the little buggers in the open. They put in a "Blue" platoon and we shot the hell out of them all night long. We hed three tubes working, one shot illumination and the other platoon would shoot HE under the light. Not long after we moved North for the Khe Sahn operation, etc. Last: king Commentslooking for anyone ..e mail me Last: Nota CommentsLast: James (Jim) Commentshas 2 guns at SF camp A322 (Katum) until July 68, then battery went to Mekong delta (Canto). Left country Feb 69 Last: Machin (TREE) CommentsC 2/5 is having a reunion Sept 2008 in Memphis TN. We have had a number of FO's that were attached to our company in attendance. We would love to find more guys. We do have a locater page listing FO's in C2/5th. We have a Reunion Web site or E mail me. http://burgertogo.googlepages.com/c25th1stcav Last: kays CommentsWould love to hear from anyone to rehash old memories. Have forgotten so much. Griffin, Turner, Cappack, LeBlanck were on my gun, Lamb was wounded and sent home. Never heard anymore about any of these guys. Great sight- Last: harlan CommentsLast: zapata Commentswish to contact or be contacted by members of my old btry. it has been a long time Last: Hale, Jr. CommentsLast: Baucham CommentsE mail me want to know what happened to you guys. Last: Miller CommentsJust wandering around looking at web sites, 1st Cav, 101st 77 Arty etc. Was in "C" Battery 4/77 ARA at Ft Bragg when they formed 1968, went to RVN with them in 1969. "C" Btry CO Aug 68 - Oct 69. Bn XO Oct 69 to Mar 1970. From 1954 - 1956 was assigned to Hq&Hq Btry 77th FA at Ft Sill OK. Added your site to my favorites. I'll be back. Thanks Last: Lameier CommentsI was at Ft. Knox before Desert Storm. Last: Francisco CommentsActive participation in Suoi Cut Battle on Dec 31, 1967. Last: SAYLOR CommentsFt Irwin, Cu Chi, Dau Tiang, Tay Ninh, Dau Tiang, and many fire bases inbetween, Cu Chi Last: clifford Commentsneed to add--corporal FREDERICK LEE MANLY B BATTERY, 1.77 ARTILLERY, 1ST CAVALRY DIVISION KILLED IN ACTION JAN.2,1968 TO YOUR ROSTER. Last: flynn CommentsLast: Dodge CommentsTrying to find Rudy Kwilos. If you read this, would you contact me? Many thanks! - Ty Dodge Last: jolly Commentshey blair its jolly tryed email but wont go through email me Last: Kuehlewind CommentsI want to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy new Year. Last: Brown Commentswould like to hear from unit members during that time. Last: Brown Commentswould like to hear from unit members during that time. Last: Myers CommentsI was assigned to HHB in Babenhausen, Germany May 86-May 88. Last: Gardner CommentsMany years have past. Who is still out there? Last: Latam Commentsh Last: Dahl CommentsMy apc 113 was the first one to enter Soui Tre on March 21, 1967. I have never forgotten that day. My squad from Charlie Co 2/22 Mech meets each summer near Fort Lewis. WE were all only 19-20 years old then. I was a 20 year old squad leader. 2/77 supported us every where we went. Thanks Guys Last: KRAFT CommentsLast: PAUL CommentsLast: Cowan CommentsLast: Lapp CommentsCongressman Ginny Brown-Waite R Fla- 5dist. Has intoduced HR 2267- "to retroactive eligibility of the Army Combat Action Badge to include members of the Army wh participated in combat during which they personally engaged, or or were personally engagd by , the enemy at any time on or after Dec 7, 1941. All you Suoi Tre guys (and others on Fire Bases) etc should qualify. Last: Clines CommentsLast: MANGLONA CommentsLast: Mark CommentsJust checking in. I have been on the faculty here at the National War College for 2 years after leaving CENTCOM where I served with Jim Boozer (commanded 1-77 FA prior to me). Last: Lipson CommentsALL I CAN REMEMBER IS BEING NEAR THE TRUKS AT SOMETIME IN KOREA.ALSO, WE CHANGE OVER TO THE 82 FA OR VISA VERSA.it was a long time ago. Last: Ybarra CommentsCan any body remember where you were on July 4th, 1968 ? I believe we were still set up around graveyard at Trang Bang.. Mortars everyday at the same time, snipers, Rpg's,and a ground attack every once in a while just to keep us alert...Ahh, the good old days, LOL.. Last: Bline CommentsI saw that Bob Hansard signed in would like to hear from him. Last: Reiner CommentsLast: Powell CommentsI have been in touch with a couple of the guy's looking forward to hearing from them all. Last: Bader CommentsLooking for information on PFC John Began, HQ Battery 1/77th, KIA August 16, 1968. May have died on LZ Nancy. Last: Recknor CommentsWould enjoy talking to anyone in our battery.Served Nov.466 Nov 14,67.Don't remember as many names as I would like to. What the heck its only been 40 years. Great site Doc Bosma thank you for your hard work. Johnny Last: Tagge CommentsThe purpose of Memorial Day is to pause, reflect and remember those who have died in military service to our nation. If you attend a Memorial Day observance you will probably hear words like sacrifice, valor, honor and duty – something less and less of our nation’s people and its leaders experience in today’s all volunteer military. Those of us who have served or are presently serving know better. Today is a time – public or private – to offer our own thoughts and prayers and deep feelings of gratitude to those that came before us and to those leading the way forward today. Thank you all for your service to your country! Last: Kraemer CommentsLast: Osborne CommentsIf anyone was with B Btry 1/77 April 1, 1970 and was at FSB Illingsworth when it was attacked please contact me. Or if anyone remembers the battle for Illingsworth I would like to hear from you Welcome Home!!! Last: GERVAIS CommentsLOOKING FOR OLD COMRADES, CLYDE COLLIS OR ANY OF THE OLD GANG... Last: Miller CommentsIn memory of my grandfather, who enlisted underage in the cavalry in the spring of 1917 and fought on the terrible battlefields of Europe as an artilleryman. Last: Erwin CommentsEnjoyed the Web site. Last: Tomy CommentsLast: coughlin CommentsWould like to hear from anybody that knew me. Last: brack CommentsLast: Bonner CommentsI have been visiting webbsite was with 199th then 1ST Cav have some pictures. Interested in helping 3/82 support program. Last: Hansard CommentsLast: Williams CommentsNice website. I would be interested in joining the Association. As you can see from above I was the Battalion Commander from Dec 86 to Dec 88. Last: Brown CommentsThis is a wonderful website. Found many old friends; hoping to find more. Anyone with me in 2/77 please contact me at jobrownnnn@yahoo.com GOD BLESS! Last: Randle El CommentsHello Doc: It's been a while since I visited the site. The updates and upgrades look good. Thanks for keeping the memories alive. Thanks to all my "brothers" and "sisters" for serving. We did a good thing. I was one of the boat people that went over on the Gordon with the 6/77. We stopped at Subic Bay in the Philippines after 22days on the water. Two days later we were landing at Vung Tau. Convoyed to Cu Chi from there. I was part of the Army's equal employment opportunity program and was shipped to Dau Tieng to the 2/77 in about August of 1967. Rotated back home April 27, 1968 as an E-5. I served my entire tour as a fire direction specialist. (Guess because I went to the school at Fort Sill in '67.) Miss you guys and hope that you are all well and that God has blessed your lives. Welcome Home!!! Last: Kameekua (Nakagawa) CommentsJust found this website! I think it's great! Last: Houston Commentsgave wrong email on last entry the correct email is coreyanddean@duplinnet.com Last: houston Commentswould like to get in touch with old buddies Last: Mundhenk CommentsJust found out about this Web site. Would like to mkae conntact with old buddies. Gotten old and forgot most last names. Last: Brown CommentsI served in a BN ammo section for 8 inch howitzers in Babenhausen, Germany. I'd love to hear from some of the other guys...Charlie, Spanky, Schlep, MAP...sound off, you guys! Last: EARNEST CommentsLast: drager CommentsPlanning a reunion Fall of 2007 Middleton,Wisconsin. Would like input contact Pat Drager email or phone area code 6087954572. Last: drager CommentsLast: Hollamen CommentsI'm looking for anyone that new my SP$ Raymond Wartenbe. I'm tring to get information about his past. If you can help please email me. Thank you and for everything you done for our country. Last: chamberland Commentsjust wanted to say hi and after reading the guest book i would like to say to all of the vets thank you for all of your service.again thank you. Last: Taylor CommentsLast: KUBSIK CommentsGREAT SITE. ONE OF THE BOAT PEOPLE ON THE WALKER. 40TH ANNIVERSARY TODAY,MARCH 21,67 SOUI TRE.LT GRAHAM,WEBER,WEAVER,SGT FLYNN,LT LANIER,MACAVOY,RODELLA,CHAUFTY, MARSHALL. LET'S NOT FORGET NEWHOUSE,THOMAS AND POLLOCK. WILL NEVER FORGET. Last: robert Commentslooking for cpt william burdseye, need hep with va Last: robert Commentsam looking for a co, ccpt william birdseye anybody remember him Last: Herald CommentsI've made contact with B Ulenbush, Roger Ferguson, Gary Doepke, Carl Edgar(tex) He is gone now, Very good friend and a great soldier. Anybody remember me drop a line. Last: laidlaw Commentswas at fire support base ord need help with any info i can get for v.a. thanks welcom home. Last: laidlaw Commentsneed help with info for v.a. Last: laidlaw CommentsLast: rutledge CommentsIf anyone remembers me contact me asap please! I was in aplain reck in california march 1 1964. Glen Rikard contact me 336-498-1394 or anyone who might know me. Last: Kuehlewind CommentsThanks steve for lookin in on Mikie.Just squared up those pictures you sent Mikie so they'll be up on site soon.Those were great and thanks for helping.Keep on sending any more you have.Mike Last: Ybarra CommentsBroke bread with Mike Pectol this morning. Was good to see him again. Last saw him a couple years ago.. Do it guys, it will help you out..Get info on some of your buddies and get together. So many memories come back... Last: Smith CommentsI remember George Peppard visited our LZ. I always had a great deal of respect for him to have put himself in danger, just to give us GI's a lift. Last: SALERNO CommentsWELCOME HOME TO ALL.. LOOKING FOR ANY ONE FROM THE UNIT MIKE, EUGENE, BO PLEASE CONTACK ME!!!!!!! Last: WEBER CommentsGREAT SITE. Last: Brown CommentsI WAS ON BASE PIECE FROM 69-71 GUN 3 WITH GREENVILLE,HOUSTON, HIX,HIXION,BEYERS, ELVERS,POWEL,GOOK,CANT REMEMBER THE REST OF YOU, HOPE TO HEAR FROM YALL SOON Last: HAMM CommentsREMEMBER BATTLE OF SOUI TRE MARCH 21,1967???? THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT SUPPORT. BECAUSE OF YOU I AM ALIVE TODAY!!!!!! WE SURE GAVE THEM HELL!!!!!!!!!!! I HOPE TO BE AT NORTH HAVEN, CT.IN JUNE 2007 FOR THE REUNION. LOVE YA BROTHERS Last: Guetter CommentsI enjoyed being a member of the 2/77th Arty Bn. Last: Hazlett CommentsSigned last time with the wrong battalion. I was in 1/77th FA at Ft Knox. I was the Ops Sgt in 17th FA Bde in Germany when it was activated in 78. Last: Hazlett CommentsLast: Lanier CommentsWe have just returned from the 77th Arty. Association Reunion. It was attended by about 30 77th Arty members who served in VN. We all had a wonderful time. We hope to have the next reunion here in Colo. Spgs. in 2008. Hopefully the 2/77 will be here as part of 4Th I D Last: Lanier CommentsLast: Kafton CommentsPlease notify me when the next reunion is. I hope to attend. Last: weaver CommentsLike to hear from any one of this unit, I was wounded in 3-21-67 Last: Nigra CommentsTO: SP4 Bill Sluis) Just going through your photos. I was on the detail to rebuild that bunker after the July 4 attack. Not sure if I'm in the pic, I'll have to inlarge it to check. That was a hell of a night, but not as bad as Soui Cut. Last: Nigra CommentsHi, Not sure what to say. Anyone remembers me, drop me a line , say hi. Last: Borscheid CommentsEntered at CU CHI Xmas 67 with base camp at DOU TANG then had two guns at special forces camp called THIEN NGON, (Hwy 1 Cambodian border) (Jan-July 68)and moved base camp to Soc Trang in the Delta in June 68. Left country Xmas 68. Last: Ybarra CommentsLet's go guys! Only two weeks till the reunion. Take a couple of days off and get there ! Meet up with some of your old buddies! I'll see you there! Last: blair CommentsFond memories of germany, except for graf. in january, only joking as i look back on it that was great as well. I still remember pulling guard duty on the ammo pads listening to radio free switzerland in the early morn. freezing my **** off. Great times, Great people, Great fun, Great memories. Ahhhh youth, can't beat it. talley ho. Last: Flaugher CommentsLast: Nakayama CommentsThank you "Doc" for not letting any of us forget. Last: Lanier CommentsI am looking forward to the reunion. I hope there will be a large crowd there. We like our comrads from ww2 and Korea are not getting any younger. It will be nice to see those of you whom I served with and also meet those I have not met before. Last: Lewis CommentsI am looking for my former FO call sign 2/9er. I ws his India.I was told that he put me in for the BS/V in Feb. 1968 As I was an 11B20, ther is a chance that he may be albe to help me. Please contact.at my eMail. Last: Kuehlewind CommentsI want to wish you all a happy New Year. Thanks again Doc for this great site. I've finally got in touch with a few guys from my old unit Ray Harlan and bruce Sautter.I never would have found them without you and your web site.Again thank you so very much. Mike a.k.a. cool breeze Last: Avera CommentsWas in 11th Airmoble from beginning in 2/42 then transfered to 1/77 just before 1st Cav went to VN in 65 as S-2 then LNO to 1/12 inf and then Co C battery 1/77. Last: Ybarra CommentsLooking forward to seeing you all at the reunion next month.. Last: Ybarra CommentsLooking forward to seeing you all at the reunion next month.. Last: Cone CommentsLast: BARNELL CommentsStarted in CU CHI went to DOU TANG then to a special forces camp called THIEN NGON.Was with a couple of guys named EUGENE BORSCHEID and DOMINGO CORTE`S. Would love to hear from anyone that was in our unit. WHAT A GREAT WEB SITE THANKS!!! Last: Garcia CommentsLast: TORRES-SOTO CommentsFIRST OF ALL TO EVERY FALCON AROUND AND BEYOND I WANT TO SAY THIS IS A GREAT ORGANIZATION. IM GLAD B 1-77FA. COME BACK IN ONE PIECE. I FEEL SORRY FOR THOSE THAT CAME BACK BUT NOT IN ONE PIECE LIKE MYSELF, INJURED AND DISABLE FOR A LIFETIME BUT GREATFULL TO BE ALIVE. FOR THOSE IN OUR PAST THAT GAVE EVERYTHING AND COULD NOT COME BACK I GIVE MY RESPECT. FALCONS FIRST, TORRES-SOTO OUT. Last: Cross CommentsI hope to make the reunion. I would love to have the address of the following guys who I served with. SSgt. Steve Sutphin, MIke Lacy, Harod Roach, Tom Callopy, Fred Strowbridge, and others who served with C btry in 69 and 70. I know we filled thousands of sand bags together and fired many 105 rounds for the Wolfhounds 1/27th. Inf. My nickname was Whitey because my hair was bleached white in the sun. I am proud to have served my country, when I look back we were all in our early twenties, we did a heck of a job as a unit. I am proud of C Btry 2/77. Last: Hawthorn CommentsLast: CORTES CommentsIm looking for some old warriors that served with me in VIETNAM ;Charles L BEIKER,Joseph Stephen,JONH QUIN and many others.If anyone know this people contact me. GOD BLESS ALL. Last: Kuehlewind CommentsHi everybody! Still can't contact anyone from my old unit.Will keep trying.Never been a quiter, never will be. Last: Hatheway CommentsI've got a ton of peacetime ("STRAC") stories. The BN CO forced me to compile and write the unit history back to the Regiment's origin as a gene-split from the old 18th Cavalry Regiment of the Mexican Punative Expedition (hence the beaver-tail cactus on the regimental shield; not really a problem as I am an engineer with a strong lifetime interest in military history); served with the 4th ID at Fort Lewis, Washington. Lots of imagery as well; we had M-52 SP guns (105mm), but our 155's were towed by WWII-era "High Speed" tractors powered by radial aircraft engines; jeeps were M-38AI's; our personal weapons were M-14's, M-1 carbines, M-3 "grease guns" and .45 M-1911AI pistols; our light MG's were M-1919AI air-cooled and M2 .50 cal. We had some serious command problems and the lowest re-enlishment rate in the Division (our recruiting NCO, an overstrength E-7 aid man, went AWOL out of his frustration, but turned himself in to the Surgeon General of The Army; his old commander, a day short of becoming a deserter). Two years later LTC Vesey was in command had the outfit truly shaped-up for the heoric, hand-to-hand fighting defense of Fire Base Gold. Last: Hatheway CommentsI've got a ton of peacetime ("STRAC") stories. The BN CO forced me to compile and write the unit history back to the Regiment's origin as a gene-split from the old 18th Cavalry Regiment of the Mexican Punative Expedition (hence the beaver-tail cactus on the regimental shield; not really a problem as I am an engineer with a strong lifetime interest in military history); served with the 4th ID at Fort Lewis, Washington. Lots of imagery as well; we had M-52 SP guns (105mm), but our 155's were towed by WWII-era "High Speed" tractors powered by radial aircraft engines; jeeps were M-38AI's; our personal weapons were M-14's, M-1 carbines, M-3 "grease guns" and .45 M-1911AI pistols; our light MG's were M-1919AI air-cooled and M2 .50 cal. We had some serious command problems and the lowest re-enlishment rate in the Division (our recruiting NCO, an overstrength E-7 aid man, went AWOL out of his frustration, but turned himself in to the Surgeon General of The Army; his old commander, a day short of becoming a deserter). Two years later LTC Vesey was in command had the outfit truly shaped-up for the heoric, hand-to-hand fighting defense of Fire Base Gold. Last: stephens Commentsnickname Last: stephens Commentsnickname Last: Zuverink CommentsNice site, would like to hear from anyone that may remember me. also went by Big Z Last: stephens Commentsim looking for howard robinson; james earl van zandt who served with me in an khe vietnam Last: fowble CommentsLast: Lewis CommentsI'm looking for buddies from A Battery. Last: Winn Commentswelcome back to all my brothers from Bravo Battery. Thank you for your hard work and sacrifice. I wish to all hell that the stop loss hadn't missed me when I was getting out. Again, to all, welcome home. Last: turder CommentsLast: Smith CommentsI'm proud to have served with the battery. Our main base was LZ Snuffy. Our Battery also set a record of the number of days spent in a raid into Cambodia ( LZ Gondor). These guys in Iraq are heros to me. Last: pickett Commentsjust got back on line after the move from michigan and just wanted to say hi Last: BOSMA CommentsI'm getting quite excited about Reunion 2007! This is our first 77th Artillery Association reunion held right on post at Fort Sill. With both the 1-77th and the 2-77th returning from dury in support of OIF, this is a GREAT opportunity to hear their experiences and thank them for their sacrifices while carrying on the proud heritage of the En Garde FALCONS! Register today ... and we'll see you at Fort Sill the end of January! Last: Allred Comments Respectfully, Last: Shepherd CommentsThis is 27 Mike, Over! Can anyone hear me? Last: Smith CommentsLast: Brown CommentsLast: Smith CommentsLast: Robinson CommentsLast: Stone CommentsLast: Brown CommentsLast: Colquitt CommentsLast: White CommentsLast: Wolf CommentsHello Last: Scott CommentsLast: Bernhart CommentsLast: Chestnut CommentsLast: slemmer Commentshello Last: Hanesworth Comments
Last: Oberg CommentsLast: Ussery CommentsDoes anyone reall the loss of a recon team and/or team members in I Corps around the end of September, 1968? Did you ever go on recon with Sgt. Carl
Ussery? He was attached to HHC 1/5 Cav and A Co., 1/5 - parent unit B (sometimes listed as
HHS) 1/77 Artillery. Last: bingham CommentsLooking for information on my father, Dale E. Bingham, Capt, MOS 1193. I think he was in the First Battalion, Seventy-Seventh Field Artillery, which sailed from the United States on 8 February 1943, on the U.S.A.T. "Uruguay". He may have been in a Special Services Unit later. He was with 77th through N. Africa, Sicily, Anzio and ?? Thank you. Paul Bingham Last: Turner CommentsServed from 2/68 to 2/69. Cu CHi from 2/68 to 5/68. From Cu Chi to Siagon Ton Son Nhut Airport till 7/68, then we went from Siagon by LST to Vihn Long with the 9th Div ARVN. I would love to make contact with any of the boys who served at the same time. Write me by Email @thomasturner2004@msn.com Thanks Guys Last: Bingham CommentsHi, Great Site. Looking for my dad, Dale E. Bingham, left Army as Captain. Was in N. Africa, Siciy, Italy. Don't know which Battery of the 77th. From Colorado. Have written St Louis for his records. Reply was that they were destroyed in a fire. Any information you can providied would be greatly appreciated. Paul Bingham, pbingham@ecentral.com, 303-798-0865. Last: Leblanc Commentsit was a pleasure serving with you all. Germany was a blast Last: Lozier CommentsLooking for all the guys I served with..... great memories thanks GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS!! Last: Chestnut CommentsJust wanna say hi to the old gang, sgt walke section. Last: MARTIN CommentsI was at FSB Gold. Last: Walker CommentsLast: May CommentsGOD BLESS Last: Jackson CommentsLt. Montgomery...UPDATE have learn that his first name is Edgar went by Ed, he retired as a Maj. Don't know when, but once again he was from OK. he was C Btry XO of 3/13 Fa in Vietnam and also an FO for A 3/22 Inf 25th Div.. Still looking for him any help at all would be great. My e-mail is bobbynashley@hotmail.com Thanks Last: Jackson CommentsLooking for LT. Montgomery..Have since founded out that he was the Btry XO of 3/13 Fa in nam in 68-69 and fo for A 3/22 Inf if any one can help it would be great..even if only his 1st name. He was from OK dont remember what city Last: JACKSON CommentsGREAT SITE i WAS WAS A GUN BUNNY FOR ABOUT 3 MONTHS WITH C BTRY BEFORE I WAS SENT AS AN RTO WITH A COMPANY 3/22 INF..THE GUN I WAS ON WAS EITHER CALL COUNTRY BOY OR CHERRY POPPER.I THINK OUR CHIEF OF SECTION WAS A SSG HASTING (NOT SURE) ANY WAY I AM LOOKING TO FIND ANY ONE FRON C BTRY OR A 3/22...ALSO LOOKING FOR 2 FOS THAT I W0RKED UNDER THE 1ST IS A GUY CALLED LT MONGOMERY I THINK HE WAS FROM OK SOMEPLACE, ALSO THE SECOND LT WAS I THINK FROM DENVER,CO SORRY I CANT REMEMBER HIS NAME AND I KNOW THAT ISNT MUCH HELP.BUT REMEBER THIS WAS IN 68-69 AND IM OLD NOW WITH NO HAIR AND NO TEETH(J/K) ALSO TRYING TO FIND ANY ONE ON TOP OF NUI BA DEN AUG 18 68 WHEN WE GOT HIT. MY E-MAIL IS BOBBYNASHLEY@HOTMAIL.COM...AGAIN THANKS AND WELCOME HOME BROTHERS AND SISTERS Last: Gibson CommentsLooking for anyone who served in the Bravo Battery, 2/77th Artillery who served from 67-68. Last: Gibson CommentsLast: Harwood CommentsGreat site - I was a PFC with HHB, 2d Bn, 77th Arty, 25th Inf Div., on Feb 22/23 at Dau Teing. We called the mountain The Black Virgin - Nui Ba Den. When I got there in Nov '68 it was green, when I left it was a sand pile. I don't know if anyone remembers, but me and 8 guys were on "Orphan Anne," the 105 Howitzer on the runway that night. She was named by Sgt. “Miracle.” That night her barrel was level with the runway and we were blowing 8/9 sec. beehives, practically shooting ourselves. VC were running right past us with satchels - incredible. At one point we were so low on ammunition me and my buddy drove a deuce-and 1/2 back to the dump to get more; we were driving on the rims. I remember two F107 jets coming in side-by-side at tree level. Right over our heads they released napalm – 2 or 3 each - 5 seconds later it lit up the night. Two of us were killed before morning. There were Cobras overhead and we took some shrapnel - nobody could see. I was spattered, but a large piece went right past me and hit the guy behind me in solar plexis. He was looking right at me when he died, but I can't remember what he saying. The next morning we're sitting there and this guy crawls out on his belly, falls into the bunker and says "their shooting at you." We finally isolated the sniper and on 3-count stood and riddled the tree with M16s. I don't know why, but I was laughing so hard I had tears in my eyes - we all were. After a beer hall brawl a few days later, I found myself an RTO with Charlie company supporting Diamond I, II, III- night ambush. There was a place called the "hardspot" on the Saigon River – believe it was called FB Harris – I left from there 365 days after in a loach – you could see tracers – the guy went straight up – never thought we would make it. I wonder if anybody remembers me? Looking for Sgt. Miracle – he’d be in his mid to late 60s now, Bob Wooson, and Hector Elatia. Jim Kesso was wounded within a month after Dau Tieng – he made it home, but was t-boned at an intersection on his motorcycle in South Dakota. I talk to his nephew who is named after him. I was also at Cu Chi – can’t remember all the places – wish I could remember more names. My sister worked for GTE corp in WIS program throughout the 1980s with a pilot named John Keegan who flew a lot of guys off of firebases – none of us made the connect at that time but, wondered if coincident was crazy enough to have had us pass in the night. Last: Kuehlewind CommentsHey Doc I'm having a hard time getting in touch with some people that I served with.E-4 Ray harlan and E-4 Bruce sautter.I've tried and tried but either their e-mail addresses are wrong or have changed.Any Ideas!Thanks for any help. Breeze. Last: Valadez CommentsI than God for the privilege of having served our country, and for the men I had the privilege of serving with. Michael Last: Machia CommentsLast: Beller CommentsHappy 4th July. Thank you doc and your wife for the hard work y'all are doing with this work. I still looking for those over there with me. I did find a few and maybe some will read this and call. My phone number 918-618-6238. Last: Paulus CommentsFound this site, lots of good info here, good job Doc!. Hello troops! Hope to see you at the next reunion. I belong to the Walter H. Westman Northland Chapter of MN. I have been digging thru this site looking at pics and such, so much to see. Thanks again Doc! Last: Gustafson CommentsLast: Dodrill CommentsLast: Brown Comments105 Btry. Man, it could rain! FSB Ritgers, Cotrick, Diamonds, Plain of jars, Boi loi, Michelin Plantation, Ben Cui. Thanks for the site. Last: DiMaria CommentsAnyone with information on LZ Peanut please contact me. I am trying to file claim with the VA. Last: Myers CommentsI was in the FDC section. When not doing that, I drove for Capt. Starke. Has anyone heard from Deponti? I remember you had to watch where the 5 gallon diesel fuel cans were or you had to go out in middle of night to get more fuel for the huts. Does anyone remember living on the road during the Cuban Missile Crisis? Also, Like SSG Worthy said, it brings chills to hear Waltzing Matilda when it was your time to cross the bridge. Last: Johnson CommentsI don't see much here for or from those of us who served in Germany during the 80's. You know we were part of the 77th also, we even had the same unit crest. Some of my best memories and feelings of camaraderie was with gunbunnies of Babenhausen. I hope everyone is doing well. I would love to hear from anyone who was there. Last: DiMaria CommentsLast: Harwood CommentsLooking for anyone who remembers 23 February 1969 Dau Tieng. Remember CPT Battle, Sgt. Miracle, and others. Have two photographs - one of "Little Orphan Annie" located on the runway and another shortly after the battle - Thank you. Last: Ramsdall CommentsWas with Air Mobile Unit on 102mm Howitzers. I was in Bravo Battery until my move to Red Eye Gunner. Last: Ramsdall CommentsWe were the 102mm Air Mobile Unit. I spent time in Bravo Battery before becoming a Red Eye Gunner. Where is everybody? Last: DiNatale CommentsCamp Pelham, Sonyuri, Korea My times in the "frozen chosen" were good and bad, but the thanks I received was mainly from the troopers. Wishing all present troopers the best. What happened to "Fiddlers Green" music? Last: Harvey CommentsCamp Haugen, Japan Last: Williford CommentsLast served in the delta after leaving Cu Chi. There were good times and bad times - and that was a long time ago. It would be good to hear from anyone before we all are gone. Take care and God bless all! Last: Tristan CommentsI wish I would have stayed longer than I did. Last: Johnson CommentsHello, I found this from an article my son (PFC Bates, Philip R.) sent me from a reporter who went on the mission with them. He's in the 1/77th B Btry in Kuwait now. I support all our troops and pray for all of them! We have several family and extended family member's who send care packages for our troops. My son shares what I send with everyone and hope it helps them remember we support them with all they do! Take Care of Our Men! God Bless All Sincerely Cindy Johnson Proud Parent Last: Stone CommentsJust stumbled onto this site. 40 years is a long time. Last: Bonner CommentsSERVED WITH PELKY AND MULVANEY, WAS SECTION CHIEF BEFORE I WENT HOME IN MAY 71. Last: Lanier CommentsI didn't see my name on the roster so I thought I had better get it on there. You can put my e-mail add in also. I have been here in Colo. Springs since I returned from Korea in 1971. I left the Army in Nov. 1972. I have been in business for myself almost all of the time since I left the Army. Paul Guetter lives here also. We are active in VFW and MOC together. Paul and I traded jobs mid tour. I was FO for Cpt. Ken Both, Alfa CO. Cmdr. I have visited him in his home in Henderson, NV. Last: Spano CommentsServed out of base camp at Dou Tang. Spent 11 of 12 months in field. There for the big Tet offensive. Ran the commo section with Jim Willis, Oscar Barnes, E. Nevies and Nevies, Valdez, Munoz, and Ben Empie. My boss was Sgt Savage. Last: Dunn CommentsOne of the first dozen or so members of the unit when reactivated as an AFA unit at Fort Campbell. Bit of a shock after just returning from RVN, but a great tour nonetheless. Never forget taking delivery of 12 brand new G Model Cobra's. Met my wife (31 years now) while there and started my family and career (CW4 Retired). Would love to hear from any other members from the early AFA years! Last: PEACOCK CommentsHELLO Last: Hare CommentsI have some photo's of LZ Dollie, Lz Eagle Last: Kuehlewind CommentsI had no idea we had a web site for my old unit. I found this site after enrolling in the military.com. Way to go, Doc Bosma. Last: Velasco CommentsMY son: 1st Lt. Jason Velasco is currently serving in Iraq--- A Battery 2-77 FA, 4th Brigade Combat Team , 4th ID (M) Last: ROTH Commentstoday i got a call from a guy in my unit that i have not seen in close to 40 year,it was good to talk to him. if any body that was in my unit see this please contact me. vernon c. roth jr. Last: Graves CommentsJust wondering if I'm the only one from the 4/77th post VN. Howdy all.. Last: Stark CommentsWas just looking for information on my unit. Saw your site and decided to visit. I enjoyed the visit. Wish I could find information on my unit. Last: Stark CommentsWas just looking for information on my unit. Saw your site and decided to visit. I enjoyed the visit. Wish I could find information on my unit. Last: BRASWELL CommentsDoc, Please add the name of my uncle's brother, Donny Joe Braswell, to the list of Casualties for 1/77 FA. He was killed in action on 10 July, 1970, on Firebase Mo. NEVER FORGET! Last: Dunwoody CommentsI am looking for information on my grandfather, James Louis Buffer. He served in the 77th FA during WWII. Anything would help, unit rosters, morning reports....anything. If you knew him or know someone that might have please email me. I have a picture of him from WWII if you think you might know him and want a visual reference. Thanks, Jeff Last: Johnson CommentsLast: Franklin CommentsThis was a wonderful thing to find, unfortunate none of the vets from my era have found it. When I was in the 77th our battalion was one of the best 8" units in V corps, and proud of it. Please, anyone, feel free to drop me a line, especially if you were in Babenhausen and want to talk about it, any era. Last: Lanier CommentsChecking in for the new year. I visited twice last year with Cpt ret. Maj. Ken Both and his wife Robyn. They live in Henderson, NV. Ken was the CO of A CO. 2/22 4th/25ID. I was FO for Ken. I was able to contack Cpt Ron Lind and 1lt Richard (Dick)Graham C o and XO of the fireing btry that I was FO for. I am interested in the dates for the reunion at Ft. Sill this year as I would like to attend. For anyone who remembers Paul Guetter He also lives here in Colo. Spgs. we are in the same VFW post. Last: SCOTT CommentsTHIS IS THE YEAR THAT I HOPE TO SEE OLD FRIENDS FROM MY TIME(S) IN "NAM". iT HAS BEEN A LOT OF YEARS INBETWEEN SEENING SOMEONE FROM THE ABOVE ERA....IF YOU ARE OUT-THERE, PLEASE CONTACT ME, ESPECIALLY THE GUYS FROM COMMO, SURVEY, AMMO,ECT. I FEEL LIKE A WW-1 VET LOOKING FOR OLD FRIENDS......10S-SCOTTY Last: hayes Commentswent to nam by boat Sep 65. we set up camp in An Khe.Bat. Cmdr. Capt Tagge and gunny SSgt.Coggins anybody remember? Last: grimes CommentsI recieved your letter today and was very happy . I have been looking for other men in my unit for years. I will become a member in a couple weeks. I did reconize several men in my unit on your list. now how do i get in contact with them/ thanks / nickname while in vietnam was slowmotion Last: burgess Commentskeep up the good work Last: Bosma CommentsWith both active battalions of the 77th Field Artillery deployed, we are seeing many hits on this website for pictures and news about the soldiers. Because of security issues, and for the protection of those soldiers, he have removed names, photos, and any mission particulars concerning the 1-77th and the 2-77th. The safety of our soldiers is far more important than our desire to follow their experiences. This DOES NOT mean we do not continue to STRONGLY support what they are doing. It should give each of you all the more reason to send more letters of encouragement and care packages to the troops. The addresses listed on our home page will remain so that the soldiers serving in the 77th Artillery can know we want their deployment experiences to be as painless and comfortable - AND APPRECIATED - as we can make them. Please continue to aggressively and sacrificially participate in Project Trooper Support! Last: carter CommentsLast: DiMarino (Minnick) CommentsThis is a very interesting website. I was actually looking for pictures of 2-77 FA 4ID, but none have been posted yet. This is my brother's second tour in Iraq and any pics or websites I find past the time till he comes back, and also keeps him a little closer to us. Keep up the good work! Last: Harless CommentsMy first son was deployed to Iraq from Ft. Hood in 2003. His wife worked hard with the FRG to give the families the support they needed as their loved ones ventured so far from home with their life in turmoil not knowing what to expect from day to day. Now my second son Alpha Co., 2-77, deployed on Dec.3,2005, and the RFG is not providing the support to the troops families that are left behind. My daughter-in-law has offered to help, but to no avail does she get answers, or know where to go to get information on building a great RFG for the families. These families need the RFG to be there in time of need, so why is it so slow on getting up and moving? Last: Bosma CommentsJust thought I'd sign in to start out the year. Please notice that we now have addresses posted for the 1-77th FA AND the 2-77th FA, each deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Please send off a care package with goodies, Audio CDs, Movie DVDs (keep them decent, please), blank greeting cards for soldiers to send home, and, most importantly, letters of encouragement and appreciation for their sacrifices. All the best in the new year from Doc & Joanie Bosma
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