Guest Book Archive

November 2004 - December 2005

December 29th 2005 04:14:54 PM
What is your name?	israel anderson
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	April 1975-Nov. 1976
Where are you from?	Waco, Teas
Do you have any comments?	Just glad to see C Trp alive and well.
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	December 26th 2005 11:16:51 PM
What is your name?	Walker Jones
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	4/70-4/71
Where are you from?	Montferrier-sur-Lez, France
Do you have any comments?	Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and have a great and healthy 2006 to the Charlie Troop Family.
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	December 15th 2005 07:28:46 AM
What is your name?	Jim Regan
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	w/ H Co Rangers Dec '68- Dec'69
Where are you from?	Lexington, KY
Do you have any comments?	Proud to have been your Neighbor at Papa Victor, and many thanks for all the support you gave our unit. Was always proud to be a part of 1/9 Cav, The Real Cavalry. Jim RLTW
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	December 4th 2005 01:48:49 PM
What is your name?	Brian Shera
Where are you from?	Indianapolis, IN
Do you have any comments?	My brother in law bought a Huey and we are in the process of getting her flight worthy. The tail number is 6816563. We know she was in the 1/9 Cav. I trying to track down anyone who may have information on this bird. THANKS!
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	December 4th 2005 12:19:57 AM
What is your name?	STANLEY NEWBURY
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	sep69-apr70
Where are you from?	WAS ILLINOIS NOW MISSOURI
Do you have any comments?	WELCOME HOME BROS. HOW DO I GET ON ROOSTER. HAVE GOOD HOLIDAYS TROOPERS
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	December 1st 2005 10:31:23 AM
What is your name?	Larry Trent
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	1968-69
Where are you from?	Illinois
Do you have any comments?	SP5 Crewchief
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	November 28th 2005 11:04:14 AM
What is your name?	Kim Abbott (Hayes)
Where are you from?	Jefferson City, MO
Do you have any comments?	I would like to post and dedicate this to all who have helped others in need. Especially to Gary B Hayes "Thirsty 37" (all who knew him know why) and all of the other soldiers who were their for us when we needed. Kim Abbott - Gary's daughter. THE FINAL INSPECTION >The soldier stood and faced God, >Which must always come to pass. >He hoped his shoes were shining, >Just as brightly as his brass. >"Step forward now, you soldier, >How shall I deal with you? >Have you always turned the other cheek? >To My Church have you been true?" >The soldier squared his shoulders and said, >"No, Lord, I guess I ain't. >Because those of us who carry guns, >Can't always be a saint. >I've had to work most Sundays, >And at times my talk was tough. >And sometimes I've been violent, >Because the world is awfully rough. >But, I never took a penny >That wasn't mine to keep... >Though I worked a lot of overtime, >When the bills got just too steep. >And I never passed a cry for help, >Though at times I shook with fear. >And sometimes, God, forgive me, >I've wept unmanly tears. >I know I don't deserve a place, >Among the people here. >They never wanted me around, >Except to calm their fears. >If you've a place for me here, Lord, >It needn't be so grand. >I never expected or had too much, >And if you don't, I'll understand. >There was a silence all around the throne, >Where the saints had often trod. >As the soldier waited quietly, >For the judgment of his God. >"Step forward now, you soldier, >You've borne your burdens well. >Walk peacefully on Heaven's streets, >You've done your time in Hell." >~Author Unknown~ >
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	November 20th 2005 12:30:13 PM
What is your name?	Frank Saelen
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	Jan - Oct 1966
Where are you from?	Originally New York City, now Kentucky
Do you have any comments?	Great site. If anyone wants to contact me, feel free.
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	November 13th 2005 11:16:56 PM
What is your name?	Michael A. Griffin
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	blue1969,scout1970
Where are you from?	Ridgeway SC
Do you have any comments?	Looking at the old pictures i see myself in one of the pictures
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	November 12th 2005 11:48:11 PM
What is your name?	Tracy White
Where are you from?	Dallas
Do you have any comments?	A Great Friend of Mine was a brother of yours in the 1/9th C troop. His name is Donald Whitaker aka: "Mr.Stubbs". I have herd abouot alot of you gents and want to say thanks to you all. My Dad was a Marine in the 3rd Div. in 68-70 in country. Great Web sit I have it in my Favorites and look at it alot. Peace out......
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	November 11th 2005 08:12:42 PM
What is your name?	J.R. Svaren
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	4-68.......4-69 also HHT 4-69.....3-70
Where are you from?	Hardin, Montana
Do you have any comments?	Wishing a great Veterans Day to all. Just feeling a little down today, thinking of why we have such a day,and about my oldest son who is in the sandbox right now. It's his 4th trip there since he's a member of Seal team #2. Guess if he isn't Cav. he's in about the next best. Best wishes and love to all: J.R.
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	November 8th 2005 11:09:41 AM
What is your name?	richard cowand
Where are you from?	duncanville texas
Do you have any comments?	served with echo recon 2/7 1970. great site continue to march.
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	November 3rd 2005 07:54:19 PM
What is your name?	Grover Wright, "Cavalier 24"
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	1969-70
Where are you from?	Charlie Troop, 1/9th Cav
Do you have any comments?	I jumped in to see if John Powell; or Randy Zahn, Brian Holcomb, etc. had put out the info...(it seems they are way toooo modest to do so,) so not seeing it: John Powell, Cavalier 25, lessor known as "my Dad" will be featured in a back to Nam program on Veteran's Day, November 11, 2005 on the History Channel's "Mail Call" program. Randy Zahn, Brian Holcomb, etc., will be in a Discovery Military program, also about their experiences and returning to Nam, planned for the initial showing in December. If they do not put the dates up, I will hope to do so for everyone. I have supplied my personal Super 8mm movie film collection from Nam for the History Channel Program, and am in the process of getting this film from the History Channel over to the Discovery Military Channel producers.... how do we all say, "Flashbacks?" Cheers all... Grover
	November 3rd 2005 03:25:20 PM
What is your name?	Keith Owens SP5 Aircraft Armament
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	July 70-71
Where are you from?	Springfield MO
Do you have any comments?	With Veterans Day coming up soon, I want to take a little time first to welcome all the Veitnam vets home,ask that all continue to pray for the safety of all our troops out in the world wherever they might be, and to salute all who have served and died for their country whether it be military or civilian.
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	October 27th 2005 08:42:56 PM
What is your name?	webmaster@charlieblack.net
What is the Title of your Web Site:	Charlie Black
Do you have any comments?	In your History section, you have a link to charlieblack.com which no longer exists. The new website containing Charlie Black's articles is www.charlieblack.net. Hope you visit and record any messages or recollections in our guestbook. Thanks
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	October 17th 2005 04:36:31 PM
What is your name?	Troy "Mike" Harmon
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	Aug - Dec 69
Where are you from?	Oklahoma
Do you have any comments?	Thanks for an outstanding web site.
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	October 8th 2005 08:38:40 AM
What is your name?	PFC Gaudette
Where are you from?	Fort Stewart GA / Saratoga NY
Do you have any comments?	I just wanted to say that the sight is still looking magnificent. All you guys from 1/9 god bless and thankyou again.
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	October 7th 2005 05:41:58 AM
What is your name?	clifford boxley
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	1978-1980
Where are you from?	lamar, colorado
Do you have any comments?	we were still the best. we can-we will!
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	September 20th 2005 05:51:47 PM
What is your name?	kevin kidd
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	my father was ltc. james l. kidd, a captain at the time of his service in c troop,65-66.
Where are you from?	i currently reside in maryland
Do you have any comments?	he floated over with the first team through the panama canal, and told me the story of maggie the mule. there are other stories also but i don't have names to go with them. we are all very proud of his and all the other troopers he served with. would love to hear from any of his comrades in arms.
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	September 12th 2005 01:15:21 PM
What is your name?	Clifford Boxley
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	1978-1980
Where are you from?	Lamar, Colorado
Do you have any comments?	C-Troop did not stop after Vietnam. WE still led the way even in the late 1970's.
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	September 8th 2005 07:24:57 PM
What is your name?	David Greger
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	Feb 67 thru Feb 68 6mos as White Plt Sgt
Where are you from?	Clarkston, Michigan
Do you have any comments?	Best **** bunch of misfits and ragtags I ever had the pleasure to serve with.
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	September 2nd 2005 10:18:44 AM
What is your name?	Robert Gilnhammer-Murray
Where are you from?	Germany
Do you have any comments?	Iam 38 years old and an half american and i am very proud of it.My dad was an american soldier he was born in Houlton /Maine ,when i was 2 years old he had to go to vietnam,i miss him but i dont can realy remember him.Mayby someone will mail me ,to build german-american friendship. GOD BLESS AMERICA
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	August 31st 2005 10:26:48 PM
What is your name?	E4 HAROLD G MILLER
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	6/66 TO1/67
Where are you from?	NIAGARA FALLS,NEW YORK/NOW CLEVELAND,TENNESSEE
Do you have any comments?	GREAT JOB ON WEBSITE WOULD LIKE TO FIND TIM UPCHURCH. I WAS CREWCHIEF ON HUEY GUNSHIP WITH C/TROOP 1/9
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	August 25th 2005 08:58:55 AM
What is your name?	ROGER H. COOPER
What is the Title of your Web Site:	CAVALRY REMEMBRANCE
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	I SERVED WITH HHT 1/9TH CAVALRY 1960-1961
Where are you from?	CLARKFORK,IDAHO
Do you have any comments?	I HAVE BRIEFLY VIEWED THIS SITE AND DO DEFINETLY INTEND TO VIEW THIS SITE THOUGHLY SOON. YOU HAVE DISPLAYED YOU PATRIOTISM VERY WELL AND SHOULD BE AWARDED WITH OUT A DOUBT. ROGER H. COOPER CAVTROOPER5981
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	August 4th 2005 04:01:49 PM
What is your name?	Garth A. Rankin
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	may 1968-dec 1970
Where are you from?	Texas
Do you have any comments?	I just doint think alot about it...only in my nightmares..lost alot of brothers there and wont even see the wall..you guys stay loose and live it day by day...stay safe
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	July 22nd 2005 06:54:49 AM
What is your name?	Jim hudson
Do you have any comments?	Did not serve with 1/9 But my best friend did, Preston Samuels, We still talk at least once a month and have since 1967. I served with the 48th AHC 1967. Anyone remember Sam? I will try to get him to visit the site.
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	July 1st 2005 12:49:10 AM
What is your name?	George G. Felton, Sr.
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	See Notes Below
Where are you from?	Newton, Mississippi
Do you have any comments?	I'm looking for information on my brother Maj. Thomas M. Felton: Served two tours of duty. 1) June 1966/1967, wounded; 2) February 1969, Killed in action on 14 July 1969, while serving as Commander of C Troop, 1/9. Would be interesting in corresponding with anyone who served with him, either as his commanding officer(s) or who served with him. Also need someone to explain the meaning of the "Oak Leaf Clusters." Based on information provided to newspaper at the time of his death, he had received 40 "OLC."
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	June 19th 2005 04:48:27 PM
What is your name?	Keith Owens Spec/5 Aircraft Armament
What is the Title of your Web Site:	Charlie Troop 1st of the 9th Cavalry Airmobile Phouc Vinh
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	July 1060-July 1970
Where are you from?	Springfield, MO
Do you have any comments?	I want to wish not only my fellow troopers but all Vietnam Veterans a great Father's Day. I know a lot of us may have sons and daugthers fighting yet another war as we did in areas of the world. I pray for their safety and quick return. I want to take this opportunity to thank Grover Wright for the video of C troop 1/9 during the 1969-1970 period. I also would ask fellow troppers to visit the website above and contact me if you recognize any of the troopers and have any info on their current locations or names of the troopers. Again a Great Father's Day to all.
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	June 16th 2005 04:45:02 PM
What is your name?	S. Allen Rolfness III
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	68-69
Where are you from?	Salem, Or
Do you have any comments?	My father was Cpt. Stanley A Rolfness now Retired Maj. Stanley A Rolfness. I love the sit. Thanks
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	May 31st 2005 11:49:12 PM
What is your name?	john mackel
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	69-70
Where are you from?	Houston, Texas
Do you have any comments?	I want to call your attention to the Texas Tech Vietnam Center. www.vietnam.ttu.edu The Vietnam Center of Texas Tech University is mainly a Research & Archive project started by James Reckner, a navy veteran with two tours on river boats. I met him in Feburary when I was at TTU visiting my son. Check out the web site and go to publications and read the latest newsletter. Jim has a great article on his perspective of the "Greatest Generation". I believe the man made a tremenous contribution to American History by creating the VN Center. They are also hosting a 2 day symposium on 12-13 Nov 05 to mark the 40th anniversity of Ia Drang Valley campaign. Do yourself a favor and vist the web site. I'm a friend of the Viet Nam Center and I believe you should be also. Thanks
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	May 27th 2005 01:19:12 AM
What is your name?	Pete La Combe
Where are you from?	Bellflower,CA
Do you have any comments?	I remember you guys saving my butt more than once! Thanks ! D Trooper Feb 69 -Feb 70
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May 24th 2005 12:41:39 PM
What is your name?	Duane Sandbothe
Where are you from?	Wardsville, Missouri
Do you have any comments?	I took the time to read some entries on this web site. I am glad that I took the time. Gary B. Hayes (65-66) was a family friend and is pictured in one of the snap shots. I admired him and took a lot of advice from that old guy. He called me the day I left for flight school and gave me a good old fashioned CW5 talking to. Thanks for the opportunity to look at this web site. Mostly thanks for your service.
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	May 1st 2005 12:41:07 PM
What is your name?	Lach Brown aka Charlie Brown, Smiling Tiger 33
Where are you from?	PA.
Do you have any comments?	Just doing some research, saw the site (great) remebered you guys working Song Be and Bu Gi Map (at least my old memory thinks it was "C" Troop). Stationed Dau Tieng, Qhon Loi and Bear Cat D/229th Smiling Tigers
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	April 28th 2005 12:56:12 AM
What is your name?	Ketnt Manchester
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	I was in Headquarters Troop at An Khe 66-67
Do you have any comments?	The photo albums brought back some long forgotten memories. Gordon Jones Photos included picturs of Fred Williams who I think was in S2 or personnel. And I remembered Swartz but I can remember his first name. It might have been Fred. SSgt Purgey was my boss. He ran the headquarters bunker and Flight Ops. I worked for him until I he rotated home. I could not believe Frank Hisers photo of the company road as my tent was right there on the cornor. I will never forget the night a round or gernade went off in the ditch next to the tent. The sharpnel went across the road and hit the little Sqdn office and blew holes in the squadron sign. If the force of the blast had gone into our tent I probably would have been killed with less then a month in country. You folks have done an excellent job with this site. Thank you for your hard work.
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	April 16th 2005 06:51:48 PM
What is your name?	Walker Jones
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	4/70 - 4/71
Where are you from?	Montpellier, France
Do you have any comments?	Hello Fellow Troopers and Family, I'm off to a new adventure. It's been great to be a part of getting folks in touch. I'll still be active. Come visit south France for a European mini-reunion!
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	April 3rd 2005 03:12:05 PM
What is your name?	Kathy Hacker
Where are you from?	California
Do you have any comments?	In late October 1970 I was transferred by Army Special Services from Phu Bai to Phuoc Vinh to finally be with the First Cav. I had requested this assignment since coming "in-country" in March. My first night in Phuoc Vinh was spent with the 1/9 at their club. It was here that I met these brave men in Stetsons. During my seven months with the Cav we would often have 1/9 enlisted men visit the service club. At Christmas a great picture was taken of me with a door gunner of 1/9. (I'll try to find it and send it on to you) Kevin Perrier forwarded to me your website after asking me to identify a picture of a Red Cross girl stationed in Phuoc Vinh at the same time I was. My club director, Tina Dexter, and I would be the last females to leave Phuoc Vinh the next March when the Cav was officially (as a division) returned to Texas. My thoughts are often with the men of the Cav. When I visit The Wall I always say a special prayer for them. Garry Owen Kathy Hacker
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	March 19th 2005 12:57:34 PM
What is your name?	Jeff "Fuzzy" Fozard
Do you have any comments?	Thanks for all the guys that sent emails for me to find Randy Zahn. He and I have been flip-flopping emails for my book. Again a Welcome Home to all of you!! Fuzzy
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	March 16th 2005 10:36:52 PM
What is your name?	Brian Holcomb
Do you have any comments?	This is for Julie Kink. My family is praying for you and your family. Having lost my Mom (Apr 94) I know some of the pain that lives with you now. God will help you through this and will make you stronger...............Brian and Kathy
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	March 10th 2005 05:31:14 PM
What is your name?	Ralph Jones
What is the Title of your Web Site:	Proud Americans 2nd/32nd F.A. Of Vietnam
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	Vietnam : Feb. 1969 to Apr. 1970
Where are you from?	Cincinnati, Ohio
Do you have any comments?	F.S.B. ILLINGSWORTH Apr. 1, 1970 85 plus Combat Soldiers fought a Enemy force 1,000 plus - hand to hand combat. Americans 24 K.I.A. and 54 W.I.A. - approx. 100 enemy bodies found ! We , Proud Americans 2nd/32nd F.A., planted a tree at FORT SILL in Honoring these Brave men ! I will be there with a Wreath for these Men that were at F.S.B. ILLINGSWORTH ! God Bless, Ralph Jones
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	March 10th 2005 03:09:19 PM
What is your name?	Steven Jay Serkez
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	5March69-6March70
Where are you from?	Brooklyn,N.Y.
Do you have any comments?	So PROUD to have served with Charlie Troop! Thank you so very much for all the fantastic work you are doing to keep the site updated,keep up the Great work!Each section I visited was Beautiful, as is your Heart and Soul!Thank You so very much for all your HARD work! From My Heart to Yours, Sincerely, Steven Serkez
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	February 25th 2005 12:01:04 PM
What is your name?	Jeff "Fuzzy" Fozard
Do you have any comments?	Surfed in looking for Randy Zahn. I was an air traffic controller in-country from Mar 68- Sep 71. Flew as a door gunner on my days off. I'm working on writing a book of my experiences in Viet Nam. I flew with B 1/9 when they were in Bear Cat. I'd like to get an email from Randy if he's around. I'm a retired CW4 now and flying OH-58's for the Benton County Sheriff's office in Bentonville, AR
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	February 19th 2005 05:05:20 AM
What is your name?	Robert Andrews
What were the dates of service with C Troop?	1971 The blues
Where are you from?	Brookville Ind
Do you have any comments?	I was the RTO for the Blues in 1971
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