| submitted on January 8, 2007 1:59 PM EST |
| Name: |
Bill Flye |
| Email Address: |
billflye@att.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
SP5 Crew Chief - 1969 |
| Comments: |
William (Bill) M. Flye
10726 Seascape Court
Indianapolis, IN 46256-9500
Home No: 317-578-1834
E-Mail - billflye@att.net
Units: 178 ASHC - Jan 69 only
123rd 'A' Company - Feb 69 to Sept 69 & Nov 69 to Jan 70
123rd 'B' Company - Oct 69
MOS = 67N20 Crew Chief
I have ~300 color slides from January 5, 1969 to January 4, 1970
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| submitted on December 23, 2006 8:21 PM EST |
| Name: |
Jimmy D. Pace |
| Email Address: |
jimmydpace@bellsouth.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
April 71-sept. 71 Slick gunner |
| Comments: |
Like to wish all the Warlords and Animals a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Also to thank the Lord Jesus for bringing
us home safe and sound. May Jesus be the Lord of your lives. He is King. Clear Right Up Sir. |
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| submitted on December 16, 2006 10:39 AM EST |
| Name: |
Richard Brown |
| Email Address: |
rl-brown@cox.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
69-70 Slick Plt Ldr/ XO |
| Comments: |
Excellent website, Thanks! |
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| submitted on December 15, 2006 6:41 PM EST |
| Name: |
CW2 Mel Shinholster, Co. A, 2nd Plt, 123rd Avn Bn |
| Email Address: |
melwbell@bellsouth.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
October 1968 thru October 1969 |
| Comments: |
I flew with A Company, 2nd Platoon, (Pelicans), 123rd Avn BN during my time in Vietnam, I flew several flare missions with
the Warlords and enjoyed my association with you guys. You have a great website and I have enjoyed looking at the photos collected
by your group. Two of your unit members, Bob Redmond and Wes Moore, and I attended flight school together. Great job!! |
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| submitted on December 15, 2006 5:53 PM EST |
| Name: |
Steve Rossiter |
| Email Address: |
SteveRossiterMT@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1970 HHC, 123rd Avn Bn |
| Comments: |
Nice Job |
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| submitted on December 15, 2006 11:34 AM EST |
| Name: |
Wesley "Junior" Moore |
| Email Address: |
warlordskeeter@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
CW2 1968-69 |
| Comments: |
First....... great Kudo's to Tom what a great job you've done on the website. I didn't know it exsisted but I will forward
the link to allthe Warlords in my address book; and add all the new emails to the Warlord data base we started several years
back. It's great to read about some of the "old" gang. Hopefully I'll hear fromsomeof you and we'll have to get another reunion
going. |
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| submitted on November 23, 2006 9:15 PM EST |
| Name: |
Clyde Stanbery |
| Email Address: |
stdcrs12@netscape.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
with HHC 123d from 70-71 |
| Comments: |
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| submitted on November 11, 2006 8:57 AM EST |
| Name: |
Jimmy D. Pace |
| Email Address: |
jimmydpace@bellsouth.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
April to Sept. 1971 Slick Gunner |
| Comments: |
Thank both Animals and Warlords for your service you did for Our great Nations. Like to wish every Veteran a happy Veteran's
Day. Proud to have served with the 123rd AVN. BN. May the Lord bless and keep you all safe. Clear Right Up |
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| submitted on November 11, 2006 8:35 AM EST |
| Name: |
Larry W Stoner |
| Email Address: |
cewarlord840@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1969-1970 CE slick 076&840 |
| Comments: |
WELCOME HOME!!!! |
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| submitted on September 26, 2006 9:32 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Thomas Leppert |
| Email Address: |
thomas.leppertv@us.army.mil |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
my father James Leppert |
| Comments: |
Howdy, i'm a brand new WO1 going thru flight school right now. I'm glad to know that these pictures which have inspired me
and lots of other new aviators are finally being taken out of those old boxes and photo albums to be shared. My IP (instructor
pilot) told me that this year he and the other's have had an unusually high percentages of students who's fathers were army
aviators during the vietnam era. So keep on inspiring the future of the Army Air Corps. |
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| submitted on September 18, 2006 11:30 PM EDT |
| Name: |
SP-4 Steve Meadows |
| Email Address: |
sltysteve@sonnic.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
4/68 to 3/70 - E Co 123rd (723 Det) |
| Comments: |
I worked pirmarilly in maintenance, especially on the OH-6 "Loches". I remember many of the Warlords, had some very good friends
there. I was happy to find this website and to see the posts and articles. So many need to be remembered. |
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| submitted on September 13, 2006 8:00 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Dennis O. Mitcham |
| Email Address: |
mitcham1@cougars-den.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Nov 68 - Nov 69 -Co A (Pelicans) ?? |
| Comments: |
How do you join so you can post?
I was a member of CO A 123rd but I don't see anything about it on your pages.. I remember Maj Tanner but does anyone remember
Major Chavis or Capt Kemp CO and XO of A Company respectively..?? I am beginning to think I was in a ghost unit. Thanks.
Mitcham, Dennis O. SSG CO A 123d AVN BN. MSG, USA Ret |
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| submitted on September 7, 2006 11:01 AM EDT |
| Name: |
John Deuel |
| Email Address: |
buddsj2@msn.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
70 71 refueler with hhc 123rd |
| Comments: |
Came up from duc pho around aug of 70looking for anyone who might remember me . Cant remember squat any more send help. God
bless all and welcome home |
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| submitted on August 30, 2006 10:54 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Don Schieber |
| Email Address: |
donschieber@hoymail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
'70-'71 Maintenance |
| Comments: |
FYI For those that don't have medical or poor medical insurance. If you were incountry, when Agent Orange was used, you may
qualify for treatment through the VA. You may qualify for disability that you don't know about. It's a good deal. You may
or maynot have to pay a copay for your treatment and medication. Copays for medication are $8/month and is mailed to you.
You have nothing to loose to check it out. Good luck.. I hope this helps some of you. I go to the VA and dropped my private
retirement coverage, becaused it had cost tomuch to pay the premiums. |
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| submitted on August 23, 2006 4:16 PM EDT |
| Name: |
robertadavis |
| Email Address: |
radavis@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
69and70 |
| Comments: |
i have pictures |
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| submitted on August 4, 2006 11:33 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Dee Dee Commons |
| Email Address: |
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| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
My brother, Arlen D. Richardson is one of the DEPARTED. I had no idea this web site was here, but have learned a great deal
from it. It has been 36 years since we lost him. Thanks to all who contributed and God Bless each and every one of you.
And to those 11 men I borrow a quote from the poem High Flight, "Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth...Put out my
hand and touched the face of God." |
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| submitted on July 24, 2006 10:09 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Joe Gualtier |
| Email Address: |
gualtiem@comcast.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968 - Skeeter Pilot |
| Comments: |
After reading that Buck Thompson died earlier this year, I started thinking again about the AeroScout Company. We both came
from DivArty to fly "skeeters" with Barry Loyd when the Company was first being organized. I can't believe how long ago that
was. While doing some internet surfing, I was surprised to find this Warlord site. It's told me a lot about the Warlords
after I left. Although I do remember some of the names I've seen on it. The pictures have been great too. They brought
back a lot of memories. Keep up the good work. By the way, I only flew the OH-23 while with the Warlords. I was qualified
in the OH-6A but they were just beginning to get them when I left in August 1968. |
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| submitted on July 14, 2006 9:22 PM EDT |
| Name: |
clark rukavina |
| Email Address: |
rukaman@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1970 |
| Comments: |
i was looking for scott cliford |
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| submitted on July 11, 2006 11:02 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Buddy Houston |
| Email Address: |
buddyhouston1@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
April 1971-Nov. 1971,Animal gunner 4th squad. |
| Comments: |
Was in Chu Lai when typhoon hit during oct. Base was nearly destroyed. Have pictures of storm damage and of other warlords.
Also have pictures of vietnamese employed to work at Chu Lai facilities |
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| submitted on June 21, 2006 8:35 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Animal 4 Chuck Farrell |
| Email Address: |
caboym@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1971 Animal 4 |
| Comments: |
Came over from the 5/46 198th when they went home. Great bunch of guys, only with the Warlords a short time. Looking for Ira
Pait, any help. Not very good on any other names. Write or mail anytime. |
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| submitted on June 6, 2006 10:29 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Jimmy D. Pace |
| Email Address: |
jimmydpace@bellsouth.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Slick gunner April to Sept. 71 |
| Comments: |
It was good to hear from you Greg Mccarthy, Godfrey Mahler, and you Sheldon Akana. It has been a long time now. Hope one day
we all can get to see one another again. Hope all you other Animals and Warlords are doing well and in good health. Call or
write any time. Home phone 601-854-5348 Cell phone 601-594-7266 Clear Right Up Sir. |
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| submitted on May 29, 2006 6:25 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Steve mangano |
| Email Address: |
mangano4@optonline.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
71, Skeeter crew chief, gunner |
| Comments: |
Men of honor
Warlords by trade
All had respect for what God had made
Men create wars
And so they must pay
God please forgive us
For what we brought forth
on those days
Baptized by fire, loyal and true
Dear God what happened
To the young men I knew?
Regards,
Stevie
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| submitted on May 29, 2006 6:07 PM EDT |
| Name: |
robert (bob) delong |
| Email Address: |
saguy53@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
68-69 HHC medic |
| Comments: |
its memorial day. almost 40 years later, but still as vivid in my mind. i was with HHC as medic in disp and flew regularly
with several units. have a lot of pics from that time where can i send to? God Bless all. |
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| submitted on May 29, 2006 10:28 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Larry W Stoner |
| Email Address: |
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| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
'69&'70 CE Warlord 840 Slick |
| Comments: |
For those who returned with the LIVING;
For those who returned with the DEAD;
For those who never returned at ALL. We remember this DAY!!!!!!M.G.W.
I remember the stories of Su perman,Hajiman,Bateman,and others on this day. To all the WARLORDS!!! Stand Proud this day!!!!! |
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| submitted on May 24, 2006 9:32 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Reynaldo Najera Perez |
| Email Address: |
jews4jesus@cableone.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968/Rifleman |
| Comments: |
I served with the 1st and 2nd Squad,Rifle Platoon (Animals) from March, 1968 thru Nov. 1968. It was an honor being part of
the Aero Scout Co., 123rd. Avn. Bn.. Anyone who knew me at that time period, e-mail me. I hope to hear from Joe (Spanky) Lopez,
it's been a long time. |
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| submitted on May 10, 2006 9:06 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Steve Mangano |
| Email Address: |
mangano4@optonline.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1971,Skeeter crewchief ,door gunner. |
| Comments: |
Great web site, great memories.How about Skeeters,Schroder,Ronnie Cordell,Ernie Simpson,Hansen,Shimoko Pat Holland,Animals
Charlie Brown,Mooring,Weasal,Shane,Pate."Lead Magnet."Capt Holcomb,Mr.Rice,Harry Stevenson. J.P.Pettigrew,Dave Whitlock,R.I.P.I
would tell them what happened and nobody believed me.
Regards, Stevie. |
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| submitted on May 4, 2006 1:01 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Jerid Maskovich |
| Email Address: |
jerid.maskovich@state.sd.us |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Crew Chief/gunner 123 Avn BN, AeroScout Co. Chu-Lai |
| Comments: |
Greetings! i am the son of Mike Maskovich junior. My father is still around, but trying to find more info on what all he did
over there. I am 30 years old and thanks to Jack Drye, ( he went up for my dad since dad got the day off for his birthday)he
is the reason why i am here today. Dad will not talk much about the war, so i am seeking information on him. we are having
a South Dakota Vietnam Memorial here in Pierre. please check out their website at www.sdvietnamwarmemorial.com it is very
interesting! gonna be a very special day for my father and I! I have a couple of pictures that i would like to share with
you if someone can give me the email address on where to send them! hopefully, i can find someone who will remember my father.
Thank You for everything you have done over there for us!!!
Jerid Maskovich
Pierre, South Dakota |
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| submitted on April 23, 2006 7:40 PM EDT |
| Name: |
MARK "BJ" BJURSTROM |
| Email Address: |
hook619107@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
123rd bn.-68/69 |
| Comments: |
I WAS A FLIGHT ENGINEER ON A CHINOOK WITH THE 132ND A.S.H.C., 123RD AVN BN. OUR CALL SIGN WAS "HERCULES". I CREWED 619099,
THE ONLY OLD "A" MODEL HOOK IN THE UNIT.-THE 178TH "BOXCARS" WERE DOWN THE FLIGHT LINE A BIT FROM US. FLEW MANY MISSIONS TO
BALDY, DOT, WEST, TAM KY, PROFFESIONAL, DUC PHO, ETC. HOPE SOME OLD "HOOKERS" OUT THERE SEE THIS.- WARLORDS, COWBOYS, ETC.
PEACE BE WITH.- "BJ" BJURSTROM |
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| submitted on April 21, 2006 3:30 PM EDT |
| Name: |
John Lukrich |
| Email Address: |
idaholuke@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Warlord 90, 1970-71 67N-20 & 67A1F |
| Comments: |
Looking for the Location of Don Boynton, Sorry if thr spelling is wrong it's been a long time |
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| submitted on April 20, 2006 11:08 PM EDT |
| Name: |
lee swartz |
| Email Address: |
leesw@verizon.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
may70-may 71 maintenance platoon |
| Comments: |
Great site. It brought a lot of memories back. |
|
| submitted on April 20, 2006 4:27 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Jenny (Gordon) Dykes |
| Email Address: |
jenny.dykes@tdytsi.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Occasionally I will do an internet search on my Dad's name to see if there's anything more that I can find. I happen to stumble
upon your site with the UH-1H 67-17175 accident report with my dad's name "James B Gordon Jr.". He was one of the Animals
on that mission. I never new much about what he did -- your site provided much information. Thank you. I have pictures
and information if you're interested. |
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| submitted on April 14, 2006 6:15 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Bill Burts |
| Email Address: |
doclau@netzero.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968-1969 crewchief |
| Comments: |
Hi all. I came across some old service records, that have Tuttles, Chapin, Burchfields, Lelfer, Bressler, Halterman, Brown,
and a few more names mentioned. These are orders for flight status. army accommodation medal unit orders, dates and other
things, anybody needs any copys, let me know. also have citation for sept 26, 68 Gunship Down Tam Ky. WO Gray was correct
on date, Thank you...... Great Site |
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| submitted on April 8, 2006 2:20 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Joe Whisenhunt |
| Email Address: |
azhp2612@allegiance.tv |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
July 1971-Sept. 1971 Pilot / Slicks |
| Comments: |
Great to see a Warlord site, I didn't know it existed. I loved flying with you guys the short time I had with you.
A GREAT group ! |
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| submitted on March 19, 2006 5:13 PM EST |
| Name: |
Spec-5 Jimmy D. Pace |
| Email Address: |
jimmydpace@bellsouth.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
doorgunner |
| Comments: |
Nice hearing from you Sheldon Akana. It's been a long time. How about you other guys I flew with. Let's talk sometime. What
about you Godfrey Mahler? Proud to have serve with the Warlords. God bless and keep you safe. |
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| submitted on March 10, 2006 10:58 PM EST |
| Name: |
Spec-5 Jimmy D. Pace |
| Email Address: |
jimmydpace@bellsouth.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Sept-70 to Sept-71 Doorgunner on huey |
| Comments: |
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| submitted on March 2, 2006 3:54 AM EST |
| Name: |
mugu |
| Email Address: |
mugu@yahoo.fr |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
fine site |
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| submitted on February 17, 2006 8:44 PM EST |
| Name: |
michael theis |
| Email Address: |
longrifle70@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1970 b.co animals warlords |
| Comments: |
i remember willy,pate an mead. that i flew with. i came over from the 4th div,when they went home. hope that some one remembers
me. mike |
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| submitted on February 17, 2006 12:02 PM EST |
| Name: |
John "Doc" Anderson |
| Email Address: |
blugstdoc@mac.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Hi Guys
Flew with the Animals for about two weeks as Medic don't know if anyone remembers me. When you got your permanent replacement
medic transferred to Blu Ghosts for rest of tour |
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| submitted on February 16, 2006 12:00 PM EST |
| Name: |
spec 5 Jack Halterman |
| Email Address: |
madjaxauto@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
68-69 crew chief/door gunner |
| Comments: |
Spanky, Hill, Chapman, Colburn, Wennergren, Mr. Clark, Stamos, Major Tanner, Cpt. Moe, Mjr Saber, are you out there. Hugh
thompson, R.I.P., Chapin, If any of you are out there, I need some help verifying my tour of duty thanks jack |
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| submitted on February 16, 2006 11:15 AM EST |
| Name: |
Jack Halterman |
| Email Address: |
madjaxauto@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
feb 68-feb -69 |
| Comments: |
Looking for Larry Colburn or Les Hines. Sad to hear about Hugh Thompson's passing, R.I.P. |
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| submitted on February 10, 2006 7:08 PM EST |
| Name: |
Gail H. Hale |
| Email Address: |
ghale@troycable.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Childhood friend of Larry H. Johnson, Warlord from March-July, '68.
Thanks for your service to our country and God Bless. |
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| submitted on January 11, 2006 7:50 PM EST |
| Name: |
Art Reese (Buff) |
| Email Address: |
Naomi_kelsey@msn.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Probably only known to many as "B.U.F.F." |
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| submitted on January 11, 2006 4:47 PM EST |
| Name: |
tom stoner |
| Email Address: |
tstoner@dusd.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
brother of larry stoner |
| Comments: |
I was checking out the photos great web site |
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| submitted on January 9, 2006 12:34 PM EST |
| Name: |
larry burkhardt |
| Email Address: |
rholar84@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1970 animal 6 |
| Comments: |
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| submitted on January 8, 2006 9:44 PM EST |
| Name: |
CW2 David Spahr, "Shark-2",174th AHC.1969 |
| Email Address: |
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| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Rest in Peace Mr. Thompson. You are truely a hero for your courage at My Lai in 1968. You remind us of our responsibilities
as Human Beings. |
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| submitted on January 8, 2006 1:48 AM EST |
| Name: |
james p. powell IV |
| Email Address: |
rollinthunder46@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
none |
| Comments: |
i am james p. powell III's son. in war, men put thier lives in the hands of those around them. i'd like to thank you all for
delivering my father back to the mainland so he could make me. all of you have my deepest respect. |
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| submitted on January 2, 2006 7:31 AM EST |
| Name: |
Larry Miller |
| Email Address: |
Larrymil947@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Feb 69-Feb 70 |
| Comments: |
Crewchiefed C&C UH-1D 867 in duc pho (Primo Aviation Head & Head Co 11th Lt Inf Brgd) then transfered to E comp with Jim Carr
and others. we were in the first graduating class of Cobra mechanics out of Ft eustis,VA. Came to E Co shortly after you guys
got your new gunships. Carr became Sgt and I joined Tech inspectors office. worked with a short(not tall) TI named Byrd. Remember
the white-haired guy in Supply.My cousin was CWO Rick "Mr" Morton. I have pictures (slides) of wrecks and some maintenance
action. I think one of you guys wrecked my beloved 867 and I believe Huey076 was delivered new to HHC 11th LIB in Duc Pho
before it came north with us transferees. I quickly read all the previous postings and am throwing out snippets as they come
to me. Recognized Hesse in the year book and a few of the others. Was good friends with the guy who was the unofficial Bn
photographer, went to Japan on R&R with him. I'll have to check my "facts" and refresh the names and faces. More later |
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| submitted on December 30, 2005 7:47 PM EST |
| Name: |
Robert Hogg |
| Email Address: |
roseandrobert@sbcglobal.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Sept. 1970 to May 1971 crewchief on slicks |
| Comments: |
Looking for fellow warlords. |
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| submitted on December 30, 2005 2:47 PM EST |
| Name: |
Harry Haines |
| Email Address: |
airborne1012005@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Any info on Gunsmoke Recovery Team, was in Chu-Lia 70&71,also have pictures of typhoon in Chu-Lai |
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| submitted on December 22, 2005 2:47 AM EST |
| Name: |
Lt Col (ret) Tim Flynn |
| Email Address: |
timflynn2@comcast.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Feb 68 to May 68 then Pelicans until Feb69 |
| Comments: |
I have been in touch with Wes Moore thru e-mail, but was unaware of your excellent web site. Now that I have high speed internet,
and have retired again, I have time to catch up with the past. I served as the Operations Officer when we initially scrounged
the OH-23s from the Arty folks to go along with our UH-1B gunships and put together the short training program for aero scout
operations. After running operations at TF Barker, and the unit on its way I traded with Bill Staffa to come to B Co and I
went to A Co around May68. I was a platoon leader for a short time and then took over as the XO under Maj Ed Harris. Have
met up with a few of the old warriors over the years as I stayed in army aviation for over 25 years. Any friends or acquaintances
wanting to email me can do so at the above address. Best regards and a happy holiday season. |
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| submitted on December 21, 2005 11:12 AM EST |
| Name: |
Robyn Lubinski |
| Email Address: |
lubrm@cs.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
I attended a memorial service for
Peter Oscar Hajman killed in action
Wed. November 12, 1969 in QuangTin. I would like to visit his gravesite, but can't find any record of burial. Can you help?
Thank you so much. |
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| submitted on December 20, 2005 6:32 PM EST |
| Name: |
J.D. Leppert |
| Email Address: |
leppertjd@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
JUL 69-FEB 71 |
| Comments: |
Skeeter Gunner |
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| submitted on December 18, 2005 3:02 PM EST |
| Name: |
Brian A. Temperino |
| Email Address: |
fencepostbtnbt@AOL.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
I was only 2 years old in 1969.Thanks to Larry Stoner, I have had the priviledge of viewing this website. Thanks for sharing
these personal photos of your experience. Well done Warlords! |
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| submitted on December 15, 2005 5:25 PM EST |
| Name: |
Bill Burts |
| Email Address: |
doclau@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
68 69 Crewchief |
| Comments: |
Getting to be a great site... Any chance of getting a 1968 Yearbook? Thanks... |
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| submitted on December 7, 2005 9:08 AM EST |
| Name: |
Larry Hamre |
| Email Address: |
larryhamre@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
2/69 - 2/70 Slicks and Scouts |
| Comments: |
Thanks Tom. Where are the Tiger pictures?
LHH |
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| submitted on December 2, 2005 12:40 AM EST |
| Name: |
Mike Kashirsky |
| Email Address: |
mikek@csufresno.edu |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
My uncle Alex Kashirsky |
| Comments: |
my uncles told me that his tail number on his skeeter was 172, he flew with Cpt. Ohara, and his crew chief was preston rogers.
Drop me an e-mail if any of you guys have any stories or pics he would like to know. He is still alive and lives in Whittier
Ca, my uncle uses me to get in contact with his buddies. |
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| submitted on November 28, 2005 8:42 PM EST |
| Name: |
Naomi |
| Email Address: |
Naomi_kelsey@msn.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
69 |
| Comments: |
Just checking things out. My dad was in the 123rd. Art Reese from Minneapolis MN. |
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| submitted on November 22, 2005 6:29 PM EST |
| Name: |
Mike Kashirsky |
| Email Address: |
Mikek@csufresno.edu |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Does anybody have any pictures of my uncle Alex Kashirsky (russian) skeeter. |
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| submitted on November 21, 2005 10:03 PM EST |
| Name: |
james.w.moore |
| Email Address: |
ivyhouse_802@msn.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
68-69-70 |
| Comments: |
james.m.moore
son of James.William.Moore
god bess harry chesser |
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| submitted on November 7, 2005 11:57 PM EST |
| Name: |
Winston G. Wells...daughter Missey |
| Email Address: |
missey.f@sbcglobal.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968-69 |
| Comments: |
I made a mistake. Actually, the photo, I mentioned in my previous entry here...was located in the YEARBOOK...NOT THE PHOTO
ALBUM!!!... Sorry about that. Missey |
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| submitted on November 7, 2005 11:51 PM EST |
| Name: |
Winston G. Wells...daughter Missey |
| Email Address: |
missey.f@sbcglobal. net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968-69 |
| Comments: |
Hi again everyone! I just found a photo exactly like the one located on this site, without any names associated with it.
It's located in the photo album...on the Infantry Platoon # 2 page. Some time ago, I have listed names of these very men,
that served with my father. If anyone recognizes anyone in this photo please let me know! My father is the fourth one from
the left to the right...standing on the steps. I also have other photos of my father's buddies, with their signa-tures.
Plus several other photos and documents. For most, of the names, of these men I've mentioned before, just check my previous
entries. If anyone recognizes anyone, I would be extra greatful. By the way Tom, where did you come across this photo?
Hope to hear from you guys!
Sincerely,
Missey |
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| submitted on October 20, 2005 12:04 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Gary Chapman |
| Email Address: |
gechapman@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1967-1968 Door Gunner UH-1B |
| Comments: |
First of all, Tom this is a great site, Thank you. Second, there is a big parade going on in Las Vegas next month to honor
all Vietnam Vets if any of you guys and gals would like to attend here is the website: http://welcomehome.aviationnation.org/
I will be there as the Ambassador of Palmdale California, staying at Treasure Island.
I flew cover during the Mi Lai and was at Khe Sanh when it was getting overrun. My crewchief was Clarence Wilkinson (sp)great
guy. Welcome Home!!! |
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| submitted on October 15, 2005 1:25 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Larry W. Stoner |
| Email Address: |
cewarlord840 |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
69&70 CE 076/840 |
| Comments: |
Has anyone hear from John Drozds? Great job Tom, This site is awesome!!! Keep the trees out of the skids!!! Stoner |
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| submitted on September 26, 2005 9:46 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Randy Somers |
| Email Address: |
somersil@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
70 - 71/ infantry |
| Comments: |
Was in the platoon of infantry, Dec 70 - Oct 71. Was 1st squad leader/OJT medic. |
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| submitted on September 14, 2005 3:41 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Bob Johnson |
| Email Address: |
johnsonb@trimet.org |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
March 71 till standdown |
| Comments: |
Looking for Dan Hallowman from West Virgina..... Dan you out there? |
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| submitted on September 9, 2005 5:38 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Michael Darr |
| Email Address: |
m.darr@cox.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
February 1971- October 1971 Avionics Section |
| Comments: |
I have looking for years on the internet for info on the Warlords. Even though my time was short spent, what a great unit
and made some great friends. |
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| submitted on August 15, 2005 11:21 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Steve Foster |
| Email Address: |
prideofok@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Just browsed in. I was a member of the 123d Avn Bn (Avionics) from Jan 68 to Jan 69. In viewing your aircraft history I
noticed that OH-6A (67-16176) was listed as unknown for its disposition. I have a picture of this aircraft after it crashed
and will email it to anyone interested. Great site and many memories of working on the OH 23's and 6's. I installed the
first UHF radio in a 23 and the next flight it crashed into the water close to shore just North of Ky Ha. I think the pilot
swam to shore and was OK. I have always wondered why it came down. Also wanted to welcome home all. Best Wishes to your
organization and members. |
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| submitted on August 15, 2005 12:06 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Winston G. Wells...daughter Missey Forsgren |
| Email Address: |
missey.f@sbcglobal.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968-1969 ? |
| Comments: |
I am new to this great site, second visit. Needed to say, I've searched for a long time online(a needle in a haystack),for
info on the 123rd Aviation Batt. Co. B, then found this site. If only I had it before my father's death. He went on and
on about his buddies. Lovingly, I searched with much anticipation with no avail. And now I have! Love you,DAD! So, now
I'm wanting to find more info of my father's buddies...Orin Wiggins, John C. Mills, Soupe Delsantos, James Fugate, Brian R.
Baer, and R. Daughtery.
I have a lot of photos to provide, as well as Nam newsletters, R&R papers with names and contact addresses, and letters to
home from my father, some with pertainent info. I also have large photos of several buddies and him with all their names
signed to the back. Once I can get them all scanned, I will submit them. I would love to hear from anyone that knew my father,
the Professor. Anxtiously waiting...Missey |
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| submitted on August 14, 2005 11:11 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Missey Forsgren daughter of sp4 Winston G. Wells |
| Email Address: |
missey.f@sbcglobal.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
sp4 1969 |
| Comments: |
I am looking for information regarding my father as well as close buddies he had while in Vietnam in through 1969.
I recently lost my father to a tragic accident when a semi collided with his semi, killing both my stepmother as well as my
beloved father. Some of my father's buddies were: Orin Wiggins-machine gunner from Newport News, VA,
James M. Fugate Blooperman R#3 from Albion, Michigan 49224, Brian R. Baer, from Carpentersville, Ill., Daughtry, Ricky, I
think? from Austin, Texas, and Soupe Delsantos from Saginaw, Michigan.
My father was from Wichita Falls,Texas.
His alis was Professor. I had several photos, but I am concerned about sending them out. Surely, understandable.
If anyone has any information please contact me. I will be eagerly waiting.
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|
| submitted on August 12, 2005 10:36 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Ken Cole |
| Email Address: |
ken.j.cole@adelphia.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
'68, A Co, 123rd Bn.; Supply |
| Comments: |
Hello, Great website. I was a REMF with the 161 AHC, '67-'68; was assigned to A Co. 123rd in Jan or Feb of '68, rotated home
in Mar. 68 after passing supply room over to Sgt. Wax; WO Phil Found was Supply officer. I served with Pelicans J.Hastings
& L.Hines from the 161; I seem to recall some of the names here but a lot of time has passed. Good site, Well Done! |
|
| submitted on August 8, 2005 1:05 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Rose Owens |
| Email Address: |
rmowens@alltel.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
none |
| Comments: |
I love your website. I wish the photos were linked to larger ones that I can actually make out those guys faces but its not
your fault I am visually impaired. lol. Anyway, what about the guys who kept those copters running and in the air? Where
do I find them? Thanks. Again, a great site. |
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| submitted on July 27, 2005 6:32 PM EDT |
| Name: |
William D. Cash |
| Email Address: |
cdaviation1@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1971-72 Warlord34 CW2 UH-1 Pilot |
| Comments: |
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| submitted on July 18, 2005 5:51 PM EDT |
| Name: |
L.Goldston III |
| Email Address: |
lgoldstoniii_at_studioimirage.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
NA |
| Comments: |
Just came across your website after obtaining a pocket patch from the unit. I collect Vietnam helo unit patches and all other
related memorabilia. I am compiling a visual reference for publication. Thank you for your site, both in respect for it just
being there for those folks who were in the 'Nam and for those of us still get that dazed look when we see our heroes. |
|
| submitted on July 13, 2005 9:03 PM EDT |
| Name: |
bobby davis |
| Email Address: |
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| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
apr 70 to nov 70 mech |
| Comments: |
great site |
|
| submitted on July 8, 2005 11:12 AM EDT |
| Name: |
David Hipskind |
| Email Address: |
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| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Son-in-law of Ed Cormany (Warlord). Thank you to all of you Warlords and all willing soldiers. |
|
| submitted on July 6, 2005 5:43 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Don Schieber |
| Email Address: |
donschieber@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Mar '70 - about Sept '70 |
| Comments: |
Thanks to David Witkowski and his recount of Mi Lai. We were still getting fire from there in '70,even that it appeared that
nothing was there. I was the driver for Col. Henderson, when he was on trial for Mi Lai massacure charges. He was in charge
ao our brigade when it all went down. He was only in charge 2 weeks then. He called an end to operations when he realized
what was happening,on the ground, with Lt. Callie and Capt. Medina's troops. There were records missing by the time Henderson's
chopper got on the ground, proven in court. Col. henderson was found not responsable for what happened, but his promotion
to General ended as did his carrier in the Army. He became a victem of the action,that took place in Mi Lai, by the officers
under him. I drove for him during the whole trial and I met Medina and others that were witness at the trial. I was supposed
to have high security clearance to drive for him, I didn't, But he said it was OK with him, because I was in the Americal
Division when I was in Viet Nam. I was asked by his defence team where it was possible to land choppers, in Mi Lai, from the
maps that they used in the trial. It was cool, because it allowed me to see what happened at the trial and in Mi Lai. It was
special duty, so I had to answer only to Col. Henderson, that was sweet duty. My C.O. and company staff had to go throgh Henderson
to get to me . Col. Henderson was a real nice guy and I was glad to see him get off. Sorry if I took so long. |
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| submitted on July 6, 2005 12:58 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Edward O Cormany |
| Email Address: |
ecormany@edsengines.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Sept 9-1970 to Oct 15-1971 |
| Comments: |
Maintenance on all choppers and skitter crew chief under Capt. Kimmel (sp)
Painted a couple choppers too.
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|
| submitted on July 3, 2005 8:39 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Kenneth Thornton |
| Email Address: |
kdt@brazosnet.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Aug. - Oct. Pilot |
| Comments: |
I left War Lords just before the Typhoon washed evry thing away
I was a 1Lt.
Let me know what I need to do. I would like to have 5
This is a great site! |
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| submitted on July 1, 2005 1:46 PM EDT |
| Name: |
David Witkowski |
| Email Address: |
dewitkowski@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
OK, I'm sorry. I just found the article on the shootdown of Barry Loyds H23 and think it is excellant. Thank you for including
it.
David |
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| submitted on July 1, 2005 1:40 PM EDT |
| Name: |
David Witkowski |
| Email Address: |
dewitkowski@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
68, Scorpian AC |
| Comments: |
Thank you, very nice site, but you need to add the early history of the company as it was changed from the 161 AHC to the
Warlords. Please add the loss of Lt Barry Loyd's (SP?) H23 west of Tam Ky (the mission where Dutton & Andreotta were killed)
and give some mention to Hugh Thompson (Skeeter), Danny Millian's & Lt Livingston (Scorpian) to stopping the My Lai Massacre.
Yes, it was a Skeeter from the Warlords that landed in the middle of that mess and stopped Lt. Calley & Catain Media from
finishing the slaughter. |
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| submitted on June 8, 2005 4:27 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Linda Pahia |
| Email Address: |
lindalee462003@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
What a great website! Retired Army ATC, here. Did any of you guys know O.Kirby Walls (he was a LTC when I knew him...at
USAREUR Hdqs in Heidelberg, Germany...oh about 1984-5 or so? And James O'Toole? Same rank, same place, same time.
Just wondering...you've got some great pictures...and your reunions must be a blast! I wasn't in VietNam but I am on with
some folks who were controllers there...some of us have visited and commented on how cool your site is! Welcome Home, ya'll!
Linda |
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| submitted on June 7, 2005 1:09 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Wayne Mutza |
| Email Address: |
wmutza@wi.rr.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Seeking Scout people who are willing to contribute stories for a book devoted to them.
Great site, a real tribute to the Warlords. |
|
| submitted on June 5, 2005 3:26 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Harold Jones |
| Email Address: |
hjones46@mikrotec.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
N/A |
| Comments: |
My older brother, PSG Ernest W. Jones, served with the Infantry platoon nicknamed the "Animals" of the 123rd in Viet Nam,
under Major Tanner. It is with sadness that I inform any former 123rd ABN members who knew him that he passed away in Monterey,
CA on 5/22/05. If anyone out there knew of or served with PSG Jones, I would appreciate it if you would take a moment and
send me an e-mail. Thanks and God Bless. |
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| submitted on May 29, 2005 11:19 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Larry W Stoner |
| Email Address: |
lstoner@attg.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Jan 69 to Feb 70 CE slicks 076 and 840 |
| Comments: |
On June 17,18,&19 ,the Americal Div. reunion is going to be in KC. If your going look me up. It's my first Americal reunion.
Clear Left!!!! |
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| submitted on May 25, 2005 6:20 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Bill Burts |
| Email Address: |
doclau@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
68 69 crewchief slicks, gunships |
| Comments: |
Like to hear from, Rae Jackson, Rick Coleman, Bob Bressler, Lord, Kellenbenz, |
|
| submitted on May 24, 2005 1:35 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Burkie |
| Email Address: |
teeburkee@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
Perhaps you could list our website for F Troop 8th Cav - the BLUEGHOSTS.
www.blueghosts.com
We were at KyHa also.
Thanks. |
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| submitted on May 23, 2005 12:57 PM EDT |
| Name: |
John "Doc" Anderson |
| Email Address: |
blugstdoc@aol.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1969 Medic |
| Comments: |
Hi Guys
I don't know if any of you remember me I only flew with you guys for about two weeks after the Australian Medic "Tiny" left.I
took over until the permanent replacement got there then went to F Troop for the rest of my tour. My last mission with the
Animals was going in after an Unmanned machine Gun. |
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| submitted on May 11, 2005 1:55 PM EDT |
| Name: |
William Bezanson, (Bonanza) |
| Email Address: |
williambezanson@yahoo.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Mar 1,68 to Oct 68 |
| Comments: |
I joined 123rd with Richard Larrick (Lurch) on Mar 1. There were only eight of us (Infantry) at the time. Our first mission
was support for the Mei Lai fiasco. We were on a hill to protect the rear of the infantry. Our pilots saved a lot of civilians
that day. I searved with "JB" (John C Black), Bill Lupton, Tom Rowe, Mike Hardesty, Perez, Ed Towerly, and so many more that
first year. I remember our naming the unit and the voting on the best ideas for the patch. We did a LOT more than snatches
that first year. I was the tunnel rat ttat entire first 9 mo. (And without a radio)! Those were some days! |
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| submitted on May 10, 2005 5:50 PM EDT |
| Name: |
RICK RAPSON |
| Email Address: |
FTMR@AOL.COM |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968, 1969 ATTACHED TO HHC. |
| Comments: |
WAS IT ALL A DREAM? CAN'T FIND MENTION OF ANY OF THE HHC.OR COMMO. PERSONNEL. I WAS DRIVER FOR BN. X.O. MAJ. POLASKI (sp)
THE C.O. WAS LT. COL. BRANDENBERG, BUT MY REAL BOSS WAS COMMAND SGT. MAJOR O.C. HENDRIX. RUMOR HAD IT THAT HE WAS THE ARMY"S
FIRST COMMAND SGT. MAJOR (E-9).HIS FAVORITE LINE WAS "ITS NOT HOW YOU F--- UP IT'S HOW YOU RECOVER". MY MOST IMPORTANT DUTY
OF THE DAY WAS LIGHTING THE HEATERS IN THE 55 GAL. SHOWER DRUMSFOR THEM, AT LEAST ACCORDING TO THEM. ALSO WORKED THE SWITCHBOARD
"FULL HOUSE" |
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| submitted on May 9, 2005 12:49 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Ron Kellenbenz |
| Email Address: |
kellenbenz@cox.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1968- Skeeter Pilot |
| Comments: |
Great job, thanks for the memories! |
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| submitted on May 2, 2005 5:57 PM EDT |
| Name: |
vaughn perkins |
| Email Address: |
von2perkins@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
1969-1970, Warlord 28, |
| Comments: |
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| submitted on April 30, 2005 7:37 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Clifton Osborne |
| Email Address: |
Warlord_52@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Armament 1970 -- 1971 |
| Comments: |
It took me a long time to locate this
outfit again and I finally made it.
Welcome Home To All |
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| submitted on April 29, 2005 11:52 PM EDT |
| Name: |
chuck shaw |
| Email Address: |
lohdriver@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
70' loh pilot wo class of 69-31 |
| Comments: |
how can i get a patch |
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| submitted on April 26, 2005 9:56 AM EDT |
| Name: |
JOHN FLEIG |
| Email Address: |
J_FLEIG@YAHOO.COM |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
A CO. 123 AVN.BN. DEC 68 - DEC 68
I REMEMBER A LOT OF NAMES AND FACES. SOME REAL MEMORIES!! |
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| submitted on April 19, 2005 3:53 PM EDT |
| Name: |
Robert L Johnson |
| Email Address: |
johnsonb@tri-met.org |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
March 1971 till standown sp/4 |
| Comments: |
I was the crewchief on cobra tail number 644 it went down due to a rocket hang fire and was destroyed. I then crewed huey's
after that. I still have a lot of pictures of the guys from that era crewchiefs / gunners and animals even picture of 644
after the crash. |
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| submitted on April 14, 2005 10:39 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Gilbert Wright |
| Email Address: |
GW153DE@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
A Company 123rd UH-1 Pelican May 70-71 |
| Comments: |
Like your site and don't have one for A
company. I've got todid out that picture that I have of one of the Warlords departing Ky Ha. It had dark paint with the
emblem and was on a level acceleration departure through the 'oil drum' revetments. One of my best photos. |
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| submitted on April 12, 2005 1:53 AM EDT |
| Name: |
Daniel J. Dale |
| Email Address: |
Aeroscouts@hotmail.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Animal 1,1970 |
| Comments: |
My mos was 67a1f but worked as 11bush during the summer 70. Then Iwas transfered to 174th at Duc Pho ,my spelling is probably
wrong,General was tranfered to Primo co. at Duc Phuo? He was a loh crewchief who also flew oh13with the Warlords Animal 1
was the team I worked with Icarried a m14 doc carried the m79 a man by the name of Koza carried m60 If Dennis is still alive
Isure wished He'd call(719)784-3889,Dennis Westmorland.nicknamed,general.Hall was our piont man.Also hardcore was our other
piont man,he came up from the big red 1 animal1 out. |
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| submitted on April 8, 2005 5:40 PM EDT |
| Name: |
mike kashirsky |
| Email Address: |
mikek@csufresno.edu |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
my uncle told me that he was part of this group in vietnam. his name is alex kashirsky "crazy russian" i was wondering if
this name rings a bell. he talks highly about the warlords. e mail me back when convenient. thank you. |
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| submitted on March 27, 2005 11:39 PM EST |
| Name: |
Robert C Cook |
| Email Address: |
amcalbob70@earthlink.net |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
Nov 69 - Nov 70 |
| Comments: |
I was one of the REMF's. Worked out of the avionics shack, until the 'First Shirt' had me turned into the "Hootchmaid Honcho".
Reading the other comments, brings back a lot of memories, some good, some not so good. Still looking for Ken Rieck. He and
I went through AIT together at Ft Gordon. He then OJT'd as a slick crewchief.
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|
| submitted on March 27, 2005 1:29 AM EST |
| Name: |
Richard Johnson |
| Email Address: |
ici1608@icomnet.com |
| Year(s) and position with the Warlords? |
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| Comments: |
I was assigned to E, 723rd as the Tech Supply officer 1969-1970. Would like to contact the guy who was the BN photographer
during this time. |
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