JOHN WOOD JOHNFP45@HOTMAIL.COM very confused. ground stood down. went to FA. found many of my guys from B troop were now flying with no medic. transferred to air. this was in North Pu Bi. nobody from air has knowledge of NPB. who was I with ? April 20, 2024 0 0 99.119.119.246 Sherwood Dickie Puyallup, Washington mdickie086@gmail.com Remember those we lost and those wounded on April 18, 1969. Troop C. Peace be with all. April 18, 2024 0 0 174.21.122.59 Louis Hadley Summerville, SC hadleylouis@aol.com I'm the son of 1SG Gordon F. Hadley. We were stationed at Ft. Riley, Ks, when the 9th ID packed out for Vietnam, departing in Jan. 1967. He was the 1SG of, I believe, E Trp, 3/5th Cav and was stationed at Bear Cat. He returned stateside in December 1967(about the 23rd), after escorting the body of his Company Clerk, Specialist Grimes home. Sadly, 'Top' passed away December 21, 2012 from cancer, attributed to Agent Orange. He is missed! March 23, 2024 0 0 99.170.210.165 john Osgood lee Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net Well I haven't been on here for a while. Turned 81 this past January. Can't find on the website anywhere that tells me about the next reunion and where it's gonna be. Figured I better attend while I'm still around. :) Can somebody bring me up to date. John Osgood Lees summit MO
B Troop Jun 68 to Feb 69. March 19, 2024 0 0 172.12.14.184 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Tom Morey, if you talking about the tank that burned up in F.B Cambrige A Shau valley 5-68 that was my tank. Unable to brake loss end of broken torshion bar in anchor end, captain told our demo man to try to blow it with C4. After couple tries he put whole stick in. The results burned out tank in fire base ammo dump. February 11, 2024 0 0 75.140.99.230 tom mowry pascoag ri tomemowry@live.com doe anyone remember an incident where a mechanics were trying to pull a wheel off a tank and when it would not come off they tried blasting it off with c-4 and blew a hole in the fuel tank. a fire resulted and the ordinance blew all night. January 27, 2024 0 0 108.84.240.244 tom mowry pascoag ri tomemowry@live.com there used to be pictures taken by troopers during tour. where are they? January 26, 2024 0 0 108.84.240.244 jerry dean catron Monticello, Ky dozer_3268@yahoo.com Served with 86th Combat Engineers LCT....supported by 9th Inf Div-A lot of time by BLACK KNIGHTS..We moved from Phu Loi with the 9th right after Operation Junction City to Bearcat, and built most of the Permanent Buildings, PX, Post Office, Library, not sure about the swimming pool(but we used it, the Dog Training area, Helipad, and cleared area for Thai Army. Operation AKRON III and EMPORIA swe worked together, clearing roads, ,jungles, tunnels. AKRON III the weapons cache most importantly. Was at Bearcat 3/67-3/68. December 18, 2023 0 0 75.117.217.91 Franc Reed Aurora CO nightstalker1317@gmail.com Are there any Birddogs from HHT left? I was HHT Birddogs 67-68. December 17, 2023 0 0 73.95.108.85 harvey edward robertson greenville,S.C. ausamer@hotmail.com Hello Tom, I see from your post that you served with C troop in 68. Did you know a trooper named Johnnie Gene Reid K.I.A. in Quang tri Province April 30th. He is buried here in Greenville, S.C. I served TDY with D troop July-Sep 68. Regards harvey December 14, 2023 0 0 144.253.50.157 Paul Bielecki Portsmouth, Nh Pbpilot27@comcast.net Flew with D Troop from May 69 to May of 70 in Dong Tam and then Vinh Long. Call sign was Longknife 27. November 24, 2023 0 0 73.47.159.206 James Boyd Tennessee nascarjimbo@gmail.com I had to come visit & pay respects to the 3/5 Cav. Hubert Ray Parrish was a TC from 70-71 until he was combat wounded. He & my dad where best friends growing up, his dad & my grandfather & great uncle where friends growing up as well. I have to dig out a couple pictures Ray gave me & a letter he sent my dad a couple months before being wounded. The paper still has the red dirt discoloration. Thank you to all the veterans who defended & defend this great nation. November 12, 2023 0 0 174.202.197.123 Ruth Hinen WA hinen1953@yahoo.com My brother Roger Hinen served in Vietnam around 1968. He was with the 3/5 Cav Black Knights. I'm wondering if anyone may have known him. I know he flew with LTC Ace Alan Cozzalio. November 11, 2023 0 0 172.56.201.8 Kyle Courtney VA Kcourtney1538@gmail.com Enjoyed looking over the website. I am the grandson of Steve Courtney. I still have great memories of attending the reunion in 2003 in KY with him. He passed in February 2021. Not a day goes by without him on my mind. Those of you that knew him, know that we were very close. Thank you guys.
I would love to hear from some of you that knew him. November 3, 2023 0 0 71.219.174.106 Tim Beardsley Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Have they decided where the next reunion will take place in 2024? HOPE TO HEAR SOMEETHING ABOUT THAT SOON.Thanks September 25, 2023 0 0 217.180.201.10 Ron Hulstein Rock Rapids, Iowa rlhulstein@yahoo.com Now, living in Mountain Home, AR. Served in Headquarters, Bird Dogs Recon Unit. Feb 68 to March 69. September 14, 2023 0 0 148.170.192.66 Alfred Spivey beaumont Tx alfredspivey1948@gmail.com HH Troop 1968-1970 August 14, 2023 0 0 24.243.165.168 Jim chafe Tacoma Washington jimchafe@aol.com I just found out that Larry Norrell passed away on April 23, 2023. Larry was a medic with the 3/5 cav 1st platoon C troop. He was in Vietnam in 1970. He saved my life on April 9, 1970. I think he was wounded May 28, 1970 and sent home. From what I understand he was haunted by the memories of the war. He was truly a hero. August 9, 2023 0 0 24.16.223.44 Larry Smith KY lesmith@scrtc.coom Was attached to 3/5 a lot A & C Troops
Went from FT Riley to Nan by ship USS Danial I Sultan
In country Aug 66-Oct 67 Mar 67 was pretty hot if you know
what I mean. I remember some of the ops. we attended.
Manhattan, Cedar Rapids, Junction City. Attleboro I can't
remember all of them. I am 77 yrs and that was a while ago
My tank was M48A3 with dozer blade So I got to be the lead tank most of the time. I went out with 11ACR Black Horse
from Swan Loc as well. That was another life time
Sgt Larry Smith July 29, 2023 0 0 169.136.32.10 Jo Ellen Mandl Nebraska jomandl51@stanton.net My husband, Joseph J. Mandl served with the 3/5 Cav 9th Infantry Div in 1968-69. He has joined the Legion Riders and need to purchase a 3/5 Cav Vietnam Patch to be placed on his vest. Please let me know where we can purchase these from. Thank you! July 7, 2023 0 0 173.224.23.50 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Just returned from a visit with Paul Stone and his wife Joyce in Independence, Mo. It was great to see them after 5 years. We were both in B Troop in 1970-71. July 2, 2023 0 0 74.196.149.154 Tom Wolske Ames Iowa TRWolske2@cs.com I rode with C Trp in 67/68. I hate getting old. Every time I look I hear about someone I knew is gone or the years are catching up with them. I am no different. I had reservations for the reunion but had to cancel at the last minute. Every time I start to recover from one thing, another thing goes to hell. I don’t know for sure but I think the organ donor program is starting to rethink having me on their list.
I haven’t heard much from how the reunion went. Please let us know how everything was. Miss you all Tom Wolske June 22, 2023 0 0 173.22.79.68 Gregory O'Neal Los Angeles gaoneal02@hotmail.com Hope to see people from HQ & S-3 from 3/5 Cavalry May 29, 2023 0 0 70.93.22.222 dennis a whitman Mt. Olive, NC dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com This Memorial Day Weekend I'm thinking of all from the 3/5 cav. My father was SFC Joseph A. Whitman (Pappy) and served with A troop 68-69 as platoon sgt. up in I corps area (Wunder Beach, Hue, A-shau, camp evans, etc.). My prayers to the families of those who were lost and best wishes & respect to those who came back...Lest We Forget. May 27, 2023 0 0 68.44.240.39 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net I took photos of most of the tables at the 2023 reunion banquet. I have posted them on my web site. If you want the link let me know.
John Osgood May 21, 2023 0 0 172.12.14.184 Shannon Leveille Lake Worth Beach, FL cubical-baton.0u@icloud.com My father was Jim “Shookie” Shook Leveille, who served in Troop C in ‘68-‘69. It has been an amazing experience to see him in pictures here. I also spent my childhood hearing stories of all of his brothers but knowing there was one night he never talked about which changed his life and informed how he was the rest of his life, as a parent, a partner, a human.
He had tremendous survivors guilt. I read that it must’ve been whatever happened on 4/18/69. God bless all of you, those who didn’t survive and especially those who did. Thank you for sharing your stories. My dad has been gone for 7 years, it’s nice to feel close to him. April 26, 2023 0 0 108.241.65.70 Tom Powell Indiana tompowell.ipn@gmail.com 18 April 1969, 54 years ago today was a really bad and sad day for C Troop and all of 3/5 Cav. Let's remember those that were killed, wounded, snd haunted by that night. Even though I did not arrive at the troop until 3 months later I am still bothered by the events and losses of that night. For all those involved be at peace my brothers in arms. April 18, 2023 0 0 24.100.111.37 Rebecca Walker Georgia rebecca.a.walker255@gmail.com My father (Bruce C. Walker) served with D Troop from 1969-70 & 1974-75 cobra pilot. We are attending the Vietnam War Veterans Events in DC 11-13MAY. Will there be a reunion/meet-up during that time? April 17, 2023 0 0 168.245.155.45 jerry patalano long island gennaropatalano@gmail.com served in c troop 11/67 to 11/68
was on captains track most of the time
tet quantri wunder beach xuan loc for tet April 11, 2023 0 0 24.185.96.217 Scott Moffat Medford, Oregon scottmoffat575@yahoo.com I served with 1/10 Cavalry with the 4th Division in 66-67.

I have a fried that served 3/5 Cavalry in 69-70.

Just looking at your history and honors.

Welcome Home Brothers! April 3, 2023 0 0 131.150.87.174 Joseph Collins 46124 jocollins8499@bellsouth.net Just a friend, Thank You for your Service! March 28, 2023 0 0 192.161.221.83 James Stillings Springfield, MO. pattyjims@hughes.net I was assigned to D Troop, 3rd/5th Cav from June 1968 to April 1970. D Troop was at Bearcat at the time, and in the late fall we moved to Dong Tam. Shortly after I returned in July 1969 from my 30 day free leave for extending 6 months, the 9th Infantry Division was pulled from the country which D Troop, the 3/5 Cav was reassigned to the First Aviation Brigade at Vinh Long. I ETS's April 1970. I spent most of my tour as a cobra crew chief. Tail Numbers 67-15550, 68-15158. March 25, 2023 0 0 67.142.112.27 Bruce Breault Rockford, Il bruceb.4629@comcast.net My email changed. Just checking in. March 22, 2023 0 0 73.45.187.176 Ed stiles Vancouver wa. Ed.stiles1@icloud.com I drove the 13 track A troop from 9/68-5/69. March 21, 2023 0 0 69.21.70.168 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Has anyone been able to find 3/5 Vietnam Hat Pins als the Patches and peel and stick. If you know message me back Thanks March 14, 2023 0 0 217.180.201.62 Jim Chafe Tacoma, Washington jimchafe@aol.com Does anyone have a picture of the 14 track after it was hit by an RPG on April 9, 1970. I was hit by the shrapnel. I have numerous wounds on my back and was knocked out. Before I could get to the foxhole I was hit again by something that got both of my legs. I had the right one amputated below the knee. I'm very lucky to be alive. March 6, 2023 0 0 174.231.142.56 Jack Gaudet Mexico, Maine jack_gaudet@msn.com I was in B Troop 3/5 at Fort Lewis in 1978. I am trying to find information about the unit at that time. Any help? March 3, 2023 0 0 71.173.65.33 David Ferraro Pensacola Florida dlferraro@hotmail.com My father is Donnie Ferraro LRRP D 3/5 9 ID IV CORPS Vietnam 1967 I have many photos and dad is still alive. February 28, 2023 0 0 72.131.22.248 Charley Rodriguez Colorado charleyrod1955@gmail.com I was assigned to delta troop 3 regimen 5th air cavalry in November 1972 ,They were in Vietnam and they were reorganizing and regrouping,they never came back they relocated in Texas after their tour in Vietnam, I remained with the unit and tried to find out about why they had been relocated, nothing, I was transferred to the 7th Cavalry in Schweinfurt, Germany, but always was interested in their tour in thinking if only I were there with them 👍🙏 February 26, 2023 1 0 172.58.61.122 albert frugoli gilroy ca. th_armored@comcast.ne i served in b troop 3/5 cav from 1970 to 1971. if anyone remembers me please contact me. February 18, 2023 1 0 98.252.123.19 Donald Stewart Gallatin, Tennessee dlstewart01@comcast.com Served in C troop from Apr 4, 1969 to Mar 11 1970. Was in maintenance. Anyone remember Davis, don't remember his 1st name. He stayed high all the time. I believe he was on his 3rd tour. He was with 2nd platoon in 1969. May the force be with you. January 15, 2023 0 0 108.241.26.197 Donald g Stantz Spring Hill Fl dstantz@hotmail.com Please help, planning for the reunion in May my wife is driving me crazy, what kind of clothes to pack, what activities should we plan for, is there anything to bring? January 12, 2023 0 0 173.171.33.144 EUGENE BLAKELY AL. eugeneblakely2@gmail.com TRYING TO MAKE PLANS FOR MAY 4 REUNION. January 3, 2023 0 0 72.242.35.92 Charles Eugene “Gene” Galloway Alabama when in Nam 68/69 - Kentucky since RD GeneG10@icloud.com I was with Troop B 3/5 Cav 9th Inf Div. Aug 68/69 Sorry don’t remember names, was Sgt. of CO’s track, looking for anyone the night the medic track got hit by RPG first nigh in the A Shau Valley ,Thanks Everybody called me Alabama in Nam December 31, 2022 0 0 104.12.31.231 Dave Grant Iowa Btrooper@q.com To all BLACKKNIGHTS have a safe and merry Christmas. Looking forward to seeing you in Missouri. . 21 delta Oct.68/69 December 24, 2022 0 0 97.125.157.106 David "jeff" Mizell Gautier ms backwoodsjeff88@gmail.com My father David Mizell was there in 67-68 3rd 5th cav c troop. If anyone on here knows and remembers him reach out to me. He would be tickeled to death. 2282187101 December 2, 2022 0 0 50.86.48.59 Jerry Kirkendall Kalamazoo, Michigan jk99@charter.net I was there C troop 3/5 cav 1970 Dong Ha November 15, 2022 0 0 24.236.170.75 Randall Peterson SP-4 Salt Lake City,UT bridgecreek@silverstar.com Ft Lewis 1974 3rd/5th aircav. Crew Cheif 67n20, ALSO 67X20, AND 67a10. Service connected Heart damage and then surgery -auto rotations/ hard landings ETS 10/74. God bless America!!!! November 11, 2022 0 0 207.183.183.13 Carl Wayne Pennington Helena. AL cwp3941@yahoo.com We were up near dmz think it was dong ha , wander beach.looking for Roger ward , or David Davis October 19, 2022 0 0 104.182.93.225 Gary Kesti Milbank, South Dakota garyivan@yahoo.com Was assigned to C Troop 3/5 Cav, Fort

Fort Lewis Washington in the early 70s.Scout Platoon Crewchief. October 9, 2022 0 0 172.58.83.83 EUGENE BLAKELY ONEONTA,AL. 35121 eugeneblakely2@gmail.com not able to attend 2023 st. charles trip due to kidney dialysis o monday wednesday and friday. send me nearest va hospital info. i might could go there for dialysis.
thanks. September 8, 2022 0 0 66.0.63.207 Larry Harper Hubbard, Ohio harpla@sbcglobal.net Sad to report Glenn Welles passed on August 27. He was in A/TRP 2nd platoon 66-67. Rainsville funeral home in Rainsville Alabama August 29, 2022 0 0 208.191.217.41 Ron Harford Killbuck Ohio 12401 usrt 62 rlharford@embarqmail.com Randy Heber we have not contacted each other for a long time I Don't get on the guest book very often thanks for writing the report for hitting that mine on trk 11 in the dmz on Oct 19 1970. I have not talk to Paul& Marsha R
Rebrovich for about 6 months. How are you and your wife I
hope healthy and happy.I guess I should get on the guestbook more. Talk to you later. C TRP 1ST PLT 3/5 Cav Left gunner apc trk 11 1970sept--1971 sept If I remember you were TC 12 some times I can't remember things and people but most of that time I do. :) August 28, 2022 0 0 71.213.82.24 Richard Howard Washington state 5earl@frontier.com May 71 - Mar 72 Mechanic track 82. August 23, 2022 0 0 184.63.249.224 David Tracy Muszalski Cedar Lake, Indiana solvedtm@gmail.com Left Wunder Beach 54 years ago. Headed to Oakland for out processing. July 31, 2022 0 0 73.44.237.218 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net For those of us who were at Wunder Beach did you ever wonder where the name came from. Here is a post from a vet who was co of an engineer unit who says it was just a beach head and the troops called it Sunder's Wunders. It then became Wunder beach. He says:

The Military Assistance Command-Vietnam wanted to do something to counter the North Vietnamese offensive. They decided to move a large force up to the DMZ while the Marines were surrounded at Khe Sanh. Vlasics’ company was under the 159th Terminal Battalion, commanded by Lt. Col. Charles Sunder, which was called “Sunder’s Wunders.”
“Out of my four platoons of BARCs, I took three platoons (12 boats) up there to set up a beach head right by the DMZ with the mission of resupplying two divisions that were going into this area to rescue the Marines, and supply two divisions and that was the 101st and the 1st Cav Division. July 30, 2022 0 0 172.12.14.184 Gail Dugard...(Schelberger) Bronx,N.Y. gatlaig@verizon.net God Bless you all. I am Richie Dugard sister. AKA Doc Dugard
Served 3/5Cavalry,approx.1968-70
Just wanted to Thank You for your service. I keep you in my Thoughts & Prayers Always. July 12, 2022 0 0 71.190.62.194 Edwin Kamikawa Mililani, Hawaii ekamikawa@yahoo.com Greetings. If memory is correct I served with B troop on a infantry track for first 6 months then HHT 67-68. Originally entered as 11B but ended up 11E, don't remember details. Names are fuzzy but do remember Rusty Hammond, Eddie Robles and Meeks. Sorry to hear that Rusty has passed from a previous posting, he was a very funny guy and we listened music on his portable record player, mostly Doors, Beatles and psychedelic rock. Does anyone have contact information on Eddie Robles or Meeks, think his first name was James. I also wanted to post many photos from my time with 3/5 Cav, how does one do that? Also read on a previous post about Sgt. Thiele who was killed while on a convoy, think it was from a rpg or land mine, anyway I believe he is in one of my photos. I'm sure his family who like to see it. Mahalo. July 10, 2022 0 0 98.155.76.237 Gary Ellis Diamond Springs, CA dlelamp@hotmail.com Have been away from this site for many years, wanted to check in today, served with HHT for my first 30 days in country 1 June 69 to 1 July, transfer to field with A troop 2nd Platoon, was 60 gunner on 26 track, then made driver for 1st LT Owen McCandlis, who very sadly was killed by an accidental weapon discharge on 5 Feb 70, I got 32 day drop and ets out 20 April 70, want to say Welcome Home to all my 3/5 Cav brothers here and may all our BIA who have passed before us Rest in Peace. 26 delta June 28, 2022 0 0 67.187.153.38 SGT Gary Sprague Capitola,CA gsprague01@gmail.com I have been here before and made contact with a few guys Jerry Deverrick who lives in colorado. Also Craig who lives in Main he was supposed to travel to Ca but then co-vid. So if anyone wants to talk call me at 83141195722 June 27, 2022 0 0 107.199.77.214 Robert "Bob" Dowell Toledo, Ohio Villagomez_Sara@yahoo.com I was in 3-5 cav 9th infantry division, looking for others that may have been stationed at Dong Ha as well during 1970-1971. June 10, 2022 0 0 172.58.123.91 Randall Capek Tobias ne rlcapek@hotmail.com I would like to invite all members of the black knights to the B troop reunion sept 20-22 in Lincoln Ne For more info contact me by text or e-mail my phone 402-826-7105 June 8, 2022 0 0 24.246.221.66 Jim chafe Tacoma Washington jimchafe@aol.com Every Memorial day I think of the Four men that we lost on May 28,1970. 1st platoon C troop. I was wounded April 9, 1970 so I was in the hospital when this happened. Greg Scheeler was my tc and he was KIA that night. We were all so young. Such a terrible waste. June 5, 2022 0 0 24.16.223.44 Randy Heber Midland Michigan dkheber@gmail.com If you served in 1st plt C troop May 28 1970 , you remember. We all have dates we remember of those we lost. Please attend your local Memorial day service and represent the 3/5 Cav!1099 May 28, 2022 0 0 99.107.199.75 Michael A Eggleston Nokesville, VA maeggles61@gmail.com I served as an advisor 1965-1966 and a battalion XO 1970-71, both tours in II Corps. These days I write history. May 15, 2022 0 0 71.191.41.132 Alexei Cantrell San Jose, CA thepuzzler15@gmail.com The 11th ACR says hello! Allons! Thank you for your service to all of you! :D April 29, 2022 0 0 216.139.61.26 john osgood lees summit mo jrosgood@earthlink.net I am confused. When and where is the next squadron reunion. Cannot find it on the website.
John Osgood April 24, 2022 0 0 99.9.236.164 Charley Rodriguez Colorado charleyrod55@gmail.com I spent two years helping rebuilding the 3/5 Cav.in Ft. Lewis , from Nov.72 thur Sept.74 , when I got there , assigned to Delta Troop Recon.,their were a lot of stories about what was left of the regiment after returning from Vietnam was returned to Texas and assigned to the 1st Cav.,stories were they suffered so many casulities their weren't enough for a unit so they just attached them to the first, I've been proud of the 5th cav.just always wondered about the unit. April 19, 2022 0 0 172.58.61.11 Danny Miller Charleston, West Virginia halfumitjam@aol.com Is anyone left out there in the world who was with me on The Night of April 18 (I Think) 1969 at the Cam Lo NDP (RON)???6
I was the Delta on track 13 with TC Chet Lewis that might.

“LEST WE FORGET” April 13, 2022 0 0 107.77.203.71 Ben Boyer Georgia b_tboyer@att.net My brother, Ralph Boyer, was a medic with A/3/5 Cav Mech, in country January - March (possibly April) 1968. Was badly wounded and did not return to the line. He passed late 2021, AO a large contributor to his health issues I have been trying to pin down details of his service. I'd like to hear from anyone who knew him or A troops activities after the boatlift to Da Nang. April 13, 2022 0 0 64.253.22.84 Joel Church I was A38 golf, A31G A bigskytactical@msn.com I was A38G, A31G, then A35 from 68-69. I am sad to tell everyone A34 David (MORT) Rothenhoffer died from a cancer he has been fighting for so long. We will miss him. We (A troop 3rd platoon) 68-69 will be meeting September 13-15 in Granger, Indiana to have a memorial service for him. Rest in peace Mort. A35 April 12, 2022 0 0 69.145.62.184 David Jamison Weirton WV davidjjamison@yahoo.com Hello, my uncle served with you. He was Roderick C Jamison. (Rick). Just stopping by to say Thank You to each of you and let you know I appreciate your service. I recall going to his sister's house for the adults to listen to 8mm audio message he sent home. I was too young to join in and listen. Hell, you were all too young to be there but my life has been made available through your sacrifice. I do recall Rick talking about amphibious vehicles .. perhaps just one or two in all of viet Nam while he was there. I also recall seeing a zippy lighter that he said took a bullet in his pocket instead of directly into him. That's about all I know other than the CBS walter Cronkite news stories. If you have any stories about my uncle Rick please email. I'd love to hear them and would share them with Rick's son Denward, aka Danny. April 7, 2022 0 0 65.26.53.195 Gary Vaught Texas garyvau@yahoo.com I served with 3/5 in Vietnam.
Got wounded February 28, 1971 April 2, 2022 0 0 70.125.99.193 Gary Vaught Texas garyvau@yahoo.com I served with 3/5 in Vietnam.
Got wounded February 28, 1971 April 1, 2022 0 0 70.125.99.193 Chris Missouri My dad was in the 5th Cavalry and I appreciate the work on this site. Let us always stand for freedom. I appreciate all you guys! March 22, 2022 0 0 65.141.94.122 Larry Harper Hubbard, Ohio harpla@sbcglobal.net Marcello Vache 1st platoon A TRP 66-67 passed 2/6/22 March 18, 2022 0 0 208.191.217.41 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com I won’t be at the B Troop reunion this September. Wife and I are going to Hawaii to enjoy our wedding anniversary 54th March 17, 2022 0 0 97.125.158.188 SGT Ty W. Krout Portland, Oregon twak0928@gmail.com I served in D Troup 3/5th Air Cav from 1974 to 1975, 16 months. Survived two crashes, CH-47 (special ops) and UH1H on the side of Mt. Rainier. Lost my hearing for 90 days from M2 qualifications. Got attacked by an O-3 Sauerwein at a Team Handball Tourney, he dislocated my left shoulder. Got my rank stripes ripped off by an SFC Brown, later OIC Marvin pinned them back on, and OIC Marvin took him down to SGT. Oh the Karma.
The joys of becoming a soldier in the US Army. March 10, 2022 0 0 97.115.176.94 Donald g Stantz Spring Hill Fl dstantz@hotmail.com John R. Horsey, passed away Thursday, January 20, 2022, A Troop 3/5 1968-1969 He was a great person and a good friend he will be missed by many March 10, 2022 0 0 173.171.33.144 tom mowry pascoag ri tomemowry@live.com anyone remember watching the movie cool hand luke on a screen set up in the jungle in 68 March 2, 2022 0 0 108.84.240.244 Timothy S Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com How can you have everything in your military records that needs to be, but they can't find your medical records. Motar round hits the track I take the full blast and finally they medivac me and days later I wake up and I'm told I'm lucky to be a live as we didn't think you were gonna make it. When I got to see my head, it was like a bowling ball "Huge" I lost the sight out of one eye and shrapnel in chest head and arms and now they can't find my records that would indicate what kind of wounds I had and what happened to me. I told them I was unconscious after wounded and the VA said we don't have records and I give them letters from a Command Sgt and others but didn't seem to help or matter. Has anyone else gone through this and did you find your records eventually? Happened March 19,1967, at Battle of Bau Bang B troop 1st Plt. Any one had any luck at find your records if St Louis says they don't have them :!mad: February 27, 2022 0 0 217.180.201.20 tamala duty watkins west virgina wittywatkins40@yahoo.com my uncle was in B troop 3/5 cav 9th inf.

his name was edward duty

i never got to meet my uncle

i was born march 14 1972

he died in vietnam march 7 1969

but i feel a connection to him

did anyone know him February 21, 2022 0 0 107.77.234.96 James A. Herriman 1SG USA Ret Clarksville, Tennessee jimherriman322@gmail.com Reported to Charlie Horse 10 May 1971, left unit early Mar 1972. I was the only hydraulics man in CH my entire tour. I have endless tales to tell but from a maintenance view. I hug out with David Cornish, Joe Couch, Mac MacLaughlin, Bill Goodman, Bob Mitchel (Dyna), Sp6 Buzzell, SSG Jim Higgins, SFC Belcher, Sp5 Wheaty Wheaten and Animal to name a few. Of 4 tours this is the one in my dreams. I retired as the 1SG of the Comancheros, A Co 101st Avn Bn, from Desert Storm Jan 91. I am a lifetime member of the Black Knights and hope to be at the next reunion. February 1, 2022 0 0 47.40.206.127 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net I'm sitting here and it came tom that 54 years ago at this time in 1968 the Tet started and changed our lives forever. For quite a few weeks and months to be sure. After we survived the Tet down South, Hue and Asha Valley, it's just a reminder how long ago it's been. What you all did after I left 5-68 is unknown to me but I'm sure it wasn't any better maybe alot worse but we did our job for each other. Just wanted to say after all these years I still remember those times and am so fortunate to be sitting here in the comfort of my home and reflecting on the bravery of our troopers at that time. You didn't know you were brave but you were. January 31, 2022 0 0 75.140.99.230 Ty W Krout Portland, Oregon twak0928@gmail.com Looking through the Air Cav listings, served 1974 to 1975, D Trp 3/5th, Fort Lewis, Gray Field. Recently contacted Hennies, Garret, MacMichael, and Holmes. Great feelings and conversations.. January 30, 2022 0 0 97.115.107.101 Joe orlando Valhalla, ny Joeo112@yahoo.com B troop july 68-July 69 January 21, 2022 0 0 100.33.43.127 Bill Gibbs Springport, Mi billy_g_elk@yahoo.com I just looked at the site "Vietnam, Where & When" and found SSG David Powell who I have been looking for since 1974. He was 28 TC and 27 later for me in 1970. He is not a member but lives in St Petersburg, Fl. Trouble is the site doesn't show me a way to contact him that I can figure out. But it brought a huge smile on my face just seeing his name. Steve Scozylsas and I tried for years to find him and now Ski is gone. That makes my sad. January 17, 2022 0 0 137.220.10.218 clinton w weekley emporium PA clintonusa1@windstream.net So nice to hear that you Terry are still around I think of you and Lay a lot I thank you for saving our Tank and my head from that RPG that just missed hitting me when you went forward to cover Sfc williams in the road. Driver's are not to move till the TC t ells Driver move out.... but you saved our * * * by moving forword that day You were a good Tank driver and so young you did a good job and I thank you SP5 Lay made it home January 11, 2022 0 0 71.30.96.166 Timothy Eddy California 1John5@Charter.net HHT 68 - 69. Is it just me or does it seem like yesterday? January 8, 2022 0 0 66.215.194.20 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Sgt Weekly, I'm still kickin you came to our tank when you came to our platoon in 67'. I've got pictures of you sitting on the coupalo with your Drill Sgt. hat on. Remember when John Lay, our gunner took the telescope out and we installed another coax in it's place. Sure played the devil on my ears when both M73's going off over my head as driver, deafening. always hoped John made it home. Great guy. Glad to see you're still with us, those were some exciting days to say the least. I do wear hearing aids now,Ha! January 7, 2022 0 0 75.140.99.230 clinton w weekley emporium PA clintonusa1@windstream.net was with A trp 3nd plt 67=68 not many of us left but I will never forget the great guys that were there. HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL YOU GUYS THAT ARE LEFT January 2, 2022 0 0 75.117.89.223 Carlos E Morris Wheelersburg Ohio Happy New Year to all. Good health in 2022. December 31, 2021 0 0 75.180.61.52 Thomas Seesdorf Green, Ohio tseesdorf@gmail.com Was with D Troop, 3/5 Air Cav in October 1969-October 1970 in Vinh Long, Vietnam. December 29, 2021 0 0 24.140.198.3 Jack Gaudet Mexico, Maine jack_gaudet@msn.com 9/75 - 3/11 B Troop 3/5 Air Cav Fort Lewis. I wasn’t there but I still care. Welcome Home. December 27, 2021 0 0 71.173.67.195 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Have a Merry Christmas everyone! December 25, 2021 0 0 47.219.244.136 DANIEL EUGENE TITUS Sr From Indiana but have lived in Maryland, Illinois, and Texas after Viet Nam dantitus@windstream.net It has been a while since I have been on this site. I was with 34 track B Troop for 6 months of 1968. Last 6 months I got transferred back to Long Binh Post Co. D 87th Infantry. Lost 2 days going to Viet Nam 1 Jan 1968 but saw 1 Jan 1969 twice coming back. In Japan and at Fort Ord in California. Saw more of Viet Nam that I wanted to see. From Bearcat Base Camp for 9th Infantry to Saigon to Da Nang to Dong Ha to the DMZ, Quang Tri, down through Hue to Chai Lai and back to Bien Hoa airfield to Long Binh. December 24, 2021 0 0 173.186.209.194 James J Wren North Dakota hoyt354@hotmail.com I was D Co. 3/5 Cav 1993-1996. You guys sure laid some big footsteps to follow in. We did our best. Thanks you all. December 22, 2021 0 0 165.234.251.1 Mike Cook Florida mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Sad news from New York! Alicia Pepe pass away on Monday Dec. 13,2021, as you might except Joe was at her side when she passed, please keep Joe in your payers he will need all he can get as he deals with this life changing event.
I will pass along more information as I receive it. December 14, 2021 0 0 68.200.6.86 Larry Harper Hubbard, Ohio harpla@sbcglobal.net Received an e-mail from Roger Davignon's wife that he had passed on July 24, 2021. He was in A Trp, 2nd platoon on track 25 1966-1967 December 13, 2021 0 0 208.191.217.41 Kevin O'Brassill Pennsylvania kevinob@ptd.net Was in the A Troop 3/5th Cav, Ft Lewis Wa from end of 1975 to middle of 1979. December 3, 2021 0 0 206.82.18.126 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca.Happy TDPILK@CHARTER.NET Happy Thanksgiving to all troopers. A trp. 3rd plt. served 5-67 to 5-68. November 25, 2021 0 0 75.140.99.230 WilliamGCamp Pickwick Tn. ltwilliamgcamp@yahoo.com Vietnam August 67 to August 68 3/5 Cav in B Troop 24 APC November 23, 2021 0 0 97.114.219.155 Lionel Lester Cokeville, WY nitehawk44@gmail.com Served with B troop assigned to 9th Inf Div redeployed to Ft.Lewis 1973~1977. November 20, 2021 0 0 96.43.245.17 Kurt A Snyder Rochester Wa KURTSNYDER@OUTDRS.NET Did a post war tour with the 3/5th, Ft Lewis Wa from 78 to Jan 81. they turned into an "A" Cavalry after I left. November 14, 2021 0 0 73.83.95.186 tom mowry rhode island tomemowry@live.com a long time ago, some of my memories are as clear as yesterday. i loved the radio programs especialy chris noel. she used to end her program with tequila and every time i hear that song i am back in nam November 13, 2021 0 0 75.177.59.106 Juan Raul Cantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com all brothers of c troop and 3/5 cav Blackknights have a blessed and safe vetarens day.Honor and proud to have served with such gallant brothers.God bless you. November 11, 2021 0 0 72.180.132.151 Valentin Vallejo Buda,Tx vvallejojr@gmail.com Cool Pictures! Ive known Gary Pounds for a couple years, fun guy to talk to.I served in Viet Nam 68-69, In 7th Corps Transportation. We had our own clashes with the VC, but by the looks of the pictures we had it made. we had our own wooden barracks to go to, a hot supper and hot showers at the end of the day. RIP for those who did not make it back, Cheers and good Spirts to all that did. November 4, 2021 0 0 70.124.131.248 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Thank you for fixing our guest book so I can now correct the statement I made the other day. I met another 3/5 Cav person at the Lexington Ky VA Hospital. He saw my jacket with BlackKnights 3/5 Cav and said you were with the * * * Cav and I said yes. His name is Leonard Neil he came to C Troop in 69 also I think he said wonderbeach and transfered to Headquarters Trp I think he said he was a pilot but not sure maybe gunner. He lives in Lex Ky I have his phone number if anyone remembers him so you can call I also have his e mail and if you need it give me a call and I will give it to you. my cell 859 893 0595 November 3, 2021 0 0 69.174.166.145 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com 10/29/2021 at the VA in Lexington Ky a made my jacket with our logo and asked was I with the 3/5 Cav and turned out he was with the Black Knights with C Troop then Headquarters Troop with Helicopters and the year was 1969. His name is Leonard Neil and he lives in Lexi October 29, 2021 0 0 162.155.156.243 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com 10/29/2021 at the VA in Lexington Ky a made my jacket with our logo and asked was I with the 3/5 Cav and turned out he was with the Black Knights with C Troop then Headquarters Troop with Helicopters and the year was 1969. His name is Leonard Neil and he lives in Lexi October 29, 2021 0 0 162.155.156.243 James L Cornman Philipsburg, Pennsylvania jlc1952@verizon.net I was with HHT,3/5 from February 1974 to March 1976.Came as a Specialist E4 and left as a Sergeant E5. October 24, 2021 0 0 174.252.202.100 John C Bohnert Osage Beach MO jcbohnert48@yahoo.com Served 196970 was stationed in Da Nang October 23, 2021 0 0 97.86.25.21 Bill Gibbs Springport, Mi billy_g_elk@yahoo.com Mark Reitan, Doc told my you had posted this. Sorry to hear your news. Stay the course. 26 October 13, 2021 0 0 137.220.10.25 Mark Reitan Portland, Oregon markkaren123@hotmail.com Served with C Troop. 2nd Platoon (22 track)--9th Infantry at Dong Ha. 9/1969 to 9/1970. Last year diagnosed with multiple myeloma. Petitioned the VA and they agreed it was caused (or could have been caused) by exposure to Agent Orange. Anyone with this cancer needing help getting VA benefits, I would be happy to try and help. October 11, 2021 0 0 65.102.27.15 Ron Smith Larned KS rons@smithburnett.com Anyone with info on Col. Sidney Hazard (sp??) who was CO of the 3/5 in late 66 early 67; (I’m USN/River Patrol Boats, Dong Tam, RivDiv 5; 1969; not used to army lingo). I’m doing a story for Vietnam Magazine on one of the Loach pilots that was with D troop Jan. 67 to late March 67 when he was shot down. If you can assist with background info on Col. Hazard, please email. September 29, 2021 0 0 199.116.227.135 Marvin L Davis Salem Or mnd0619@hotmail.com I heard today that Susie Garcia passed, she was the wife of Ernie Doc Garcia which passed on to fiddlers green on 9 nov 2014. Doc Garcia was with 1st plt C troop in 1967 and 68 September 27, 2021 0 0 76.115.153.65 Jerry D. Catron SGT Monticello Ky dozer_3268@yahoo.com Served with Co B 86th Bn Engrs LCT-3/67-3/68 ... Bearcat...Operations NCO for Company on Operation AKRON III...1LT Brice Barnes security Officer September 25, 2021 0 0 162.40.136.214 Ron Estey Gonzales, La. ronestey@eatel.net Princess? September 22, 2021 0 0 66.186.230.114 Bean Orofino, ID Sadiekleem@gmail.com I just read a story about Princess. She was a good dog. I hope in mentioning her I can bring her to the foreground in the minds of the pack, the unit she knew and loved so dearly. August 12, 2021 0 0 73.110.11.100 James Robertson San Diego Ca. jimnlaplaya03@gmail.com I'm a former A Top. 7th Cav. M60 tank gunner stationed in Bamburg and Schweinfurt Germany with the 3rd Inf. Div. My platoon sergeant and tank commander SFC Ben W. Howell was killed during Tet May 1968. He had only been in Vietnam a month when he was killed. Ben was with A top. 3rd stern 5th can. 9th Inf

I posted a comment on the wall where a Professor Evan Leavitt from
a Georgia College from Milledge Ga. contacted me. I gave him all pictures I had but was surprised no one from the 5th Cav came forward who might have known him. Not even family hasn't helped. Even if we could find out circumstances of his death would be appreciated. Evan.leavitt@gcsu.edu. Please help. He was a good man and needs to be remembered. Jim August 10, 2021 0 0 136.26.153.155 Reg Wilcox Cambridge, Vermont rbwilcox@myfairpoint.net Greetings from Vermont.

Blessings to all 3/5 Brothers I know, and to all those I do not know.

I Trust the years are treating you well.

May God Bless You, Reg Wilcox
S4 July 69 to June 70 July 30, 2021 0 0 64.222.122.218 gary Sprague california gsprague01@gmail.com Just looking for Jerry Deverick July 19, 2021 0 0 107.199.77.214 Tim Beardsley Berea ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Just wanted to let everyone know I have been in the Lexington Ky VA sinceThursday July 15 and had cancer removed from my right lung and they removed the lobe as well. Sounds like I may be released tomorrow. Just checking in July 18, 2021 0 0 162.155.156.243 Dennis D Freeman Novato, California dennisfnov@aol.com My last couple of months "in-country" (roughly March, 1971 through May, 1971) were with HHT 3/5 Cav at Emerald City and Dong Ha. June 29, 2021 0 0 24.5.46.225 Bob Griffith It being 25 , we must pause to not the anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn - 25 June 1876. If you are Cavalry, never forget that Custer died for your sins! June 25, 2021 0 0 68.228.147.11 Kevin Boylan US Army Center of Military History kevin.m.boylan.ctr@mail.mil I'm researching the 3/5 Cavalry for a volume of the Army's Vietnam War official history which I'm writing June 11, 2021 0 0 173.66.194.195 Kevin Boylan Army Center of Military History kevin.m.boylan.ctr@mail.mil Researching 3/5 CAV from Jan 1970 onward for Army official history combat operations volume June 10, 2021 1 0 173.66.194.195 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Glad to hear Sgt. Weekly your still kickin, you came to our tank in 68' through the first part of 68' Tet to Hue. Last I saw you when I left for home 5-8-68 from fire base Birmingham Asha Valley. Hope all the rest will have a good an healthy life, what we have remaining. It was an honor to have served with the brothers of the 3/5 Cavalry an think of all I can remember always. May 31, 2021 0 0 75.140.99.230 clinton w weekley sgm retired Va clintonusa1@windstream.net Nice to see so many could make the reunion I was with Atrp from 1967/1968 Tank sec Sgt then Plt sgt and Plt lt foe a short time May 31, 2021 0 0 75.88.7.49 Dennis Utt Bakersfield CA dennisutt.du@gmail.com A Troop, 2nd platoon, July 69 to March 70 when I was transferred to the 101st for my last 100 days in-country. May 29, 2021 0 0 174.208.128.245 Tim Beardsley tstbgpops@yahoo.com It was a Honor to be allowed read the names of our KIA's from the year of 1967. I will admit it was hard to read those names and I could see faces of some of them as I read the name. I recognized many troopers at this reunion and enjoyed seeing them. I may have long hair but I am still on the same page as all of the Troopers with the 3/5 Cav known as The Black Knights. We did our job and Charlie did not like us May 28, 2021 0 0 50.96.215.219 Wayne G. Robinson Ocean, NJ wgrobinson@gmail.com I haven't been on this site in years. I just want to say a quick "hello" to the old * * * I served with. May 26, 2021 0 0 24.46.158.247 Randy Heber Midland Michigan dkheber@gmail.com Looking for a situation report from my 1st plt. C troop brothers Cheetah Hill vets May 28, 1970. Haven't seen or heard from in a long time, other than Lloyd Edwards, congratulations on your retirement by the way. Looking for Greg Curtis, Sgt. Gibbons, Paul James aka Animal, Covington, Anthony, Albritton, Ramos, Eubanks, Rondon, House aka Rabbit,Watts, Elliott, Kiser, Gould or any others I may have forgotten. You can email directly to me or call number in roster. Let's all remember all our fallen brothers this and every day including the 4 we lost that night. May 25, 2021 0 0 99.107.199.75 Karl Farris Southport, NC farris45@ec.rr.com Sorry guys! My dementia seems to be progressing faster than I realized. I just read my last post. I was in B-Troop! Monty Meigs was the A-Troop commander then May 2, 2021 0 0 71.74.23.142 Karl Farris Southport, NC farris45@ec.rr.com I was the Commander of A Troop from end of June 1969 to November 1969. Took commend of the Troop while in the A Shau Valley. We remained there until a typhoon brought such a large amount of rain 1 September that we had to get out of the valley before the road in over the mountain was washed away. Took us about 10 days. We made it out...mostly and then went up to the DMZ attached to 1-11 Infantry of the 5th Mech. It would be nice to hear from someone who served there with me. Beaumanis, are you out there? May 2, 2021 0 0 71.74.23.142 Michael McGee Riverdale, Maryland kmcgee6439@comcast.net I was in Dong Ha, with HHT 3/5 Cav, and attached to C-Troop end of Dec. 1970 running supplies back and forth during "Operation Lam Son 719", or that's the way I remember that operation. We built what was later called "The Yellow Brick Road" up to Khe Sanh. we headed cross country at the "Rock Pile". I left country in Oct. 1971. April 15, 2021 0 0 73.128.199.60 Joel Church Montana jchurch1160@msn.com I just met James T (Jim) Smith a 68-69 3/5 with Bravo troop. He is looking for SSG Bert Sample. Jim will check out the guest book and hope someone knows how to contact Bert. I don't have either one on our roster. I will send Jim's info to the get him on our roster. April 12, 2021 0 0 69.145.62.184 John 'Woodstock' Wood Tennessean living in California Welcome Home all Vietnam veterans! Today is Vietnam War Recognition Day.

I was a 3/5 Cav B Trooper, 70-71, now in Crescent City, CA.

Yesterday I located the grave of 3/5 Cav D Trooper Howard Earl Cramblet, KIA 5/12/1969 when his OH61 LOACH exploded in Kien Hoa Provence. Cramblet was the pilot. I will place flags on his grave henceforth.

If anyone knew Cramblet in country, I would appreciate you getting in touch with me so I may better honor him in our newspaper. I'm on the current roster. March 29, 2021 0 0 75.139.213.60 E W Stevens Montana ewjms@msn.com 3/5 A Troop 3rd platoon 39er March 19/20 '67
Lit off the first 90, best 4th of July... March 28, 2021 0 0 104.185.143.21 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Just wondering how many vets of Bau Bang are on here. This being the 54 th anniversary we should mention it. March 20, 2021 0 0 69.145.59.182 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com SSGT Anthony Brown Sr 3/5 Cav Ft Riley Ks Vietnam was with B Troop 1st Platoon Scout track 13 SSgt Anthony Brown passed away last night in his sleep Was in Vietnam all of 1967 with B Troop Rest in peace March 12, 2021 0 0 71.29.184.75 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com SSGT Anthony Brown Sr 3/5 Cav Ft Riley Ks Vietnam was with B Troop 1st Platoon Scout track 1> SSgt Anthony Brown passed away last night in his sleep Was in Vietnam all of 1967 with B Troop Rest in peace March 11, 2021 0 0 71.29.184.75 Cary A. McMasters Liberty, N.C, 27298 carymcmasters@gmail.com Was with 11ACR - F Trp for 8 months and was infused to B Trp 3/5 Cav in April/May 67..got to tour delta. I had already been cloe to Cambodian/Loas Border........... March 2, 2021 0 0 174.194.1.120 Mike Fifer Las Cruces NM mlfifer@hotmail.com First and foremost, Thanks to ALL , for your service.
I was a good friend of Donnie Joule. I was not in Viet Nam as I was a sole surviving son , but Donnie and I talked a lot about his service with you all and his love for you all. As he was so proud of all of you and I was his friend, he gave me one of the squadron coins he gave to all of you and I will cherish it for ever and honor it as you all likely do.
Sincerely , Mike Fifer February 18, 2021 0 0 75.161.248.153 Don Simmons Waxahachie, TX donsusans@yahoo.com I was with the Black Knights 3/5 Cav in Vietnam 67-68 stationed at Bear Cat but in the field most of the time!
Any body remember Ap Bau Bang? Not a fond memory! February 14, 2021 0 0 52.144.111.82 Noel K. Rahn Originally Milwaukee Wi now Live in St. John's FL rahnnk@gmail.com I was drafted in June 1970. Took Basic training at Ft Campbell, Advanced training at Ft Polk. Assigned to 3/5 Troop C 3rd Platoon in Nov 1970 until late October 1971. February 7, 2021 0 0 23.121.32.163 Paul Bielecki NH pbpilot27@comcast.net I was with D Troop in 69 to 70. Call sign Longknife 27. Unfortunately separated from you down in the Delta, would have enjoyed supporting the rest of the squadron. January 26, 2021 0 0 75.68.0.206 Tom Wolske Ames Iowa TRWolske2@cs.com I have always been a proud American. I took the draft tour and rode proudly with C trp 3rd/5th Cav in 67-68. Today I am ashamed, not of my Country, but for my Country. This is not the United States I know. GOD BLESS US. Tom Wolske. January 6, 2021 0 0 173.17.60.69 Donnie White Portsmouth, Va. Rh203cef@verizon.net I was with A Troop, 2nd Platoon, from 8 Feb 1970 - late June 1970. My PMOS WAS 11E, but was assigned as an M-60 gunner on the 21 track, under an 11D slot. Buck Sgt Green was my track commander. We saw combat up around the, "Rock Pile", Khe Sahn," unofficially in Cambodia" on a S&D mission, and other locations North and West of Dong Ha, which was where our base camp was. At the time, we were attached to the 1/5 Mech out of Quang Tri. Grew up in a hurry. January 1, 2021 0 0 108.39.126.18 John A.Stenmo CA gruntjastenmo@yahoo.com It is with great sadness that I'm reporting the loss of another brother..Ruben M. Alvarez formerly of the Aero-Rifle Platoon and Longknife Door gunner passed away November 29,2020. Ruben was from Lubbock, Texas. Ruben answered the call from his Country and served proudly as a member of D Troop 1967-68 December 29, 2020 0 0 104.175.65.247 John 'Woodstock' Wood Tennessee Merry Christmas to all my fellow Black Knights, and to your families and loved ones.

By the way, the only "Woodstock" I saw in 1969 was the stock of my Army issued M-14 rifle at Ft. Campbell in basic training. 3/5 Cav troopers Tim Jones and medic Ron Rebouchet hung that nickname on me in Nam. Walking around with the name Wood over my pocket inspired that handle. Coulda' been a worse nickname. I've surely been called worse.

I am saddened to hear that so many of our brothers in arms have recently moved on to Fiddlers Green. Rest in peace brothers, and save me a spot under a shade tree.

Did y'all see Santa fly over last night with a D Troop escort? Times are so hard even Santa needs the * * * Cavalry to guard his stuff. Yipie I oh, yipie I ay, Ghost Riders in the sky...

:D December 25, 2020 0 0 47.28.55.122 david slone RI daveslone@yahoo.com Served with P Co. 75th Rangers. Shot down in DEMC 9/20/1970. Trying to find 3/5 vets who were there that day. 9 killed. 13 WIA that day. December 20, 2020 0 0 72.92.231.116 Bill Riservato Parks, AZ. riservato@yahoo.com AH-1 Crew Chief, D Troop 3/5 Cav, staioned at Ft. Lewis, 1974 to 1977. December 20, 2020 0 0 174.238.11.158 eugene a blakely oneonta, al. 35121 eugeneblakely2@gmail.com Just checking in. merry christmas to all December 19, 2020 0 0 67.143.160.240 Chad M Keltner Iowa chadkeltner@hotmail.com My dad, Carl Raber was a Black Knight in 68-69. When he found you guys online he started to relax and talk about Vietnam a little. I appreciate all of you looking after him while he was over there. He died in June of 2013.
Thank you,
Chad Keltner December 15, 2020 0 0 24.30.20.41 Alfred Spivey Beaumont Tx alfredspivey1948@gmail.com I would like to buy the blackknight patch. December 13, 2020 0 0 24.243.166.99 jerry patalano long island new york gennaropatalano@gmail.com served c troop 3rd 5th cav from 11/67 to 11/68
tet offensive xuan loc
merry christmas to all my brothers
also traveled up north
was everywhere
anybody remember me drop a line
i am a little slow on answering December 6, 2020 0 0 67.84.94.217 Ron Williams West Virginia ronw13@frontier.com Brother Ron went out riding like a true Cavalryman. See you in Fiddlers Green man. Save a few cold ones for us. November 30, 2020 0 0 50.110.33.70 Nicole Quezada Atlanta, GA ncquezada@yahoo.com It’s with great sadness that I post this. My father, Ronald Quezada (Original Founder & Former President of The Black Knights) passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2020, after a motorcycle accident.
The service will be held at Sims Funeral Home in Bonifay, FL December 4 @ 10 am and then he will be laid to rest at Barrancas National Cemetery that same day @ 2 pm.
He loved you all very much. My family and I thank you all for being an important part of his life.
Thank you all for your service and sacrifice. November 28, 2020 0 0 66.190.95.35 Tracy Muszalski Dyer Indiana SOLVEDTM@COMCAST.NET Happy Thanksgiving to all...Mustang41...67 November 25, 2020 0 0 98.215.172.157 Tim Gamble Pa bigdog17109@aol.com River Rats jan.'68 - Oct '68 November 12, 2020 1 0 73.64.91.75 Alexander T. Fyfe Illinois/Florida afyfe_62613@yahoo.com Happy Veterans Day to all of my Brothers
Hope all of your days are great. November 11, 2020 0 0 73.156.26.207 Juan Raul Cantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com All 3/5 cavalry black knights and everybody who fought in vietnam and all the wars.Have a safe veterans day. November 10, 2020 0 0 72.180.137.158 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net I served with Sgt. Ute with Eugene Stevens when Sgt. Ute took over as Plt.

I served with Sgt. Ute with Eugene Stevens when he took over our tank as Plt. Ldr. in 67' an was proud to have done so.

what a great soldier an leader of men. We've lost a great person an a better worrier. Boots an saddles. November 8, 2020 0 0 75.140.99.230 Jerry Grunwald St. Louis mo jjgrunwald1@icloud.com I served with HEadquarters from early January 1968 to early April 1968 when I was transferred out of dong ha. November 6, 2020 0 0 107.137.183.43 Ronald d Harford killbuck ohio rlharford@embarqmail.com #16-11 charlie co. 3/5 cav 1st platoon sep 70to sept 71 :o October 27, 2020 0 0 76.6.253.248 James Schumer Perryville Missouri gandy1950@yahoo.com Served in Vietnam 1/71 to 2/72 - RA 3/5 B Troop Third patroon
Quantree , Don Ha South Vietnam about 6
Month then E7 Patroon Sergeant Rogers ,transferred 101st airborne for 30 days worse 30 days of my life, then transferred by Division Gen order, to 11 Calvary unit Finish the rest of my tour thank God I didn’t make it ,few friends were left there most of us came home God bless the ones that didn’t and what I hear quite a few that did come home are being filtered out hang on guys, All we got are memories Most are bad,
But the ones with friends are the ones we cherish Looking for 3/5 Cav patches and Flag can someone help me :!cool: October 23, 2020 0 0 107.77.209.14 John 'Woodstock' Wood Tennessee Trooper Tim Jones from Ft. Lauderdale Florida is in the hospital for his third go-around with cancer. This episode, and the last, were and are surgery for lung cancer. First one lung, and now the other lung.

Get well Tim.

Agent Orange - Sprayed and Betrayed. October 15, 2020 0 0 47.28.55.122 Jerry Uhte Richmond, Indiana k9ut@aol.com My Brother , Sgt. Maj. Robert L. Uhte served in this unit during 1967 In Bau Bang , Vietnam, and earned the Silver Star for his action . He was also in Korea in the 50s, where he was wounded . He died Dec. 21, 2019 in Converse , Tx. He is buried at Ft. Sam Houston Cemetery ,he was a true warrior ! R.I.P. Brother October 13, 2020 0 0 172.78.226.144 Loraine Winthrop Newport, RI booknut55@msn.com My late husband, Paul "Gypsy" Winthrop passed away on Feb. 11, 2019. Paul was inducted into the Army on his father's birthday, May 7th and proudly served in B Troop from 1/69-1/70. I recently was able to purchase the last paver available at the Fort Benning Memorial Site in his honor.
R.I.P. to Paul and all Vietnam Veterans throughout the country. October 10, 2020 0 0 68.99.169.133 SHARON TRAVIS Glasgow, Ky stravis5153@gmail.com My late husband, Bruce W. Travis, was with the 3/5 Cav unit in Vietnam from 1969-1970. He was originally from Owensboro, Ky.
He passed away April 7, 2018, which was also our grandson's 21st birthday.
Bruce and I were married for 40 years.
He was a good man and he was proud of his service to our country.
May he R.I.P. September 27, 2020 0 0 64.130.179.247 BRADLEY Scott BUTTERFIELD Spokane Wa. redline160@yahoo.com Time served 1975-1978. UH1H Crew Chief. End of enlistment rank SGT E5. September 14, 2020 0 0 97.73.244.99 Clarence V. Woodard, SFC Retired Columbia Cross Rds, Pa woodman181@empireaccess.net Served with HQ 1976 to 1979 September 13, 2020 0 0 38.240.250.184 Michael L Bair mikeb083@aol.com D Troop 3/5 Cav., Call sign: Charlie Horse 39. Aero Weapons Platoon. Best wishes to all who served. September 4, 2020 0 0 67.187.94.48 Jimmy Hagin Warner Robins, Ga. Jdhagin3@gmail.com B Troop 3/5 CAV 1976-77 Crew-chief August 30, 2020 0 0 72.210.71.113 Robert W Brown CPT (US Army Retired) Currently reside in Lakewood, WA just outside Fort Lewis. jaeger66@comcast.net Good day. Along with Rex Gooch, working on a Medal of Honor award for Ace Coalitio, late of D Troop (Air) 3/5 Cav. Need to know who the 3/5 Cav commander was during January 1969.

Your help will be appreciated. August 26, 2020 0 0 71.231.101.180 jim chafe Tacoma, WA jimchafe@aol.com just browsing August 25, 2020 0 0 24.16.223.44 john r. osgood lees summit missouri jrosgooe@earthlink.net when
is the next reunion and where cant find it on the web site August 21, 2020 0 0 99.9.236.164 tom mowry rhode island tomemowry@live.com i served in 67-68 as a medic on 43. we listened to armed forces radio and some lady had a taped program which aired every evening, her show always closed wit the song tequila. any one have more information? August 6, 2020 0 0 75.177.59.106 Ed Bryla 11 ACR edbryla@comcast.net Doing some research about the squadron.i July 26, 2020 0 0 98.224.80.184 Raymond Huston Glendale, Arizona rayofaz@cox.net I was with the 3-5 Cav in 1968 July 11, 2020 0 Ray
What Troop were you in I might be able to put you in contact with some old friends.
Cookie 98.165.76.199 Duane Sawmiller Mc Bain michigan Eco and HHC 3/5 CAV Scout Plt Desrt storm July 10, 2020 0 0 174.230.2.127 Tad Patton Missouri kakkow0@gmail.com C Co. 3/5 CAV 92 to 94 July 5, 2020 0 0 173.16.181.26 Carl Hagenstein Rhode Island ExeterRocks@yahoo.com Just looking around. Army Sp/5 Vietnam avionics tech vet 1969-70 stationed at Vung Tau Airfield. 317th LEM Co. (AVEL South) July 2, 2020 0 0 74.103.243.201 Art Scarbrough Xadam1@bellsouth.net D trp 67-68. Flew as Crusader 20 from the time Sam Slaughter left until I left. July 1, 2020 0 0 107.215.32.24 Tracy Muszalski Dyer Indiana solvedtm@comcast.net Happy Fathers day to all troopers.
41 track, 67-68 June 21, 2020 0 0 98.215.172.157 Ronald d Harford killbuck ohio rlharford@embarqmail.com just looking around 3/5 cav sept 70- sept 71 track# 16 and # 11 June 9, 2020 0 0 76.6.252.253 Michael Bracey MD micher9@comcast.net I am assisting in the research for an upgrade to the cmh and would like to see a copy of the daily staff journal for January 1969.

Michael Bracey June 3, 2020 1 0 73.213.0.60 Ray DION Detroit/ now Chico CA raymonddion49@gmail.com I was with A troop from 6/69 to 8/70, and drove track 2-3 for seven months before becoming the 3/5 XO's driver. Does anyone remember or even heard about us attacking and destroying Hamburger Hill around late July '69? June 1, 2020 0 0 174.222.128.51 James A. Herriman 1SG USA Ret Clarksville, Tennessee jimherriman322@gmail.com Served in Charliehorse maint. D troop 3/5 from Apr 71 to till we stood down (I believe) Mar 72. I was a SP5 then this was my 3rd of 4 tours and the most memorable, from Quang Tri to Da Nang I salute all that remain and all that have passed. May 28, 2020 0 0 68.114.140.99 John Wood Tennessee Memorial Day, 2020

I served with B Troop and HHT, 70-71 and live in Crescent City, California these days. Our local newspaper listed a BIA from D Troop, 3/5 Cav as a local KIA. He was killed on May 12, 1969, however he is not listed on this site under the D Troopers KIA in RVN.

He was Warrant Officer Howard Earl Cramblet of Crescent City, California. When I find his grave in our small town cemetery it will be my honor to recognize his grave on Memorial Day and Veteran's Day with a flag.

Any information on this Brother in Arms D Trooper would be helpful, and next Memorial Day I will remember and speak of his sacrifice for this country and freedom next Memorial Day at our remembrances at the cemetery and Vet's Hall dinner. I imagine by his rank he was a chopper pilot. May 26, 2020 0 Go to the main web-site and select Wall Of Honor and Cramblet name is there...Hope this helps. 47.28.55.122 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net May 8th 1968, 52 yrs. ago when I left A Shaw with 3rd platoon A trp. 3/5 Cav. I thought I'd check in and wish all a happy memorial day for the many we've managed to make it though. Thinking of all of you who I served with an all troopers that served at that time past and after, they were all brothers in arms. When time comes hope to se all again in fiddles green, Terry. May 25, 2020 1 0 75.140.99.230 Sgt Shawn Biederwolf Pottstown Pa born in Allentown Pa Sgtscb@yahoo.com I served with Delta company 3/5 cab in 93 to 96 as a private j. KG Germany. I also served with Aco 1/5 cav out of Ft hood TX. I wanted to ask if there is any way for new members join that we're not in Vietnam. I have spent 12 years in the Army and out of those 12 years of servis 8 of those were with the 5th Cav. In my heart I'm a black knight for life. May please be with all my brother both past and present for with out you I would not. God bless and loyalty and courage May 25, 2020 0 0 73.141.98.78 Tom Ford Oregon thomasford99@gmail.com A slow hand salute as I review the "Charlie Horse" Troopers awaiting the rest of us to arrive in Fiddlers. April 27, 2020 0 0 207.118.25.247 "Roy" Alcala Boston, MA RHAlcala@aol.com Checking in to review Troop A entries in Fiddler's Green.
Black Knights!
Roy
Troop A Representative April 27, 2020 0 0 108.20.130.168 Bob Griffith, A Troop, 68-69, Sqdn HQ 69 Pawtucket RI rjgriffith2@cox.net Does anyone remember the CMMI shortly after we moved to Evans in Nov 68? I remember it was a real Chinese fire drill, but have no idea how it turned out. April 11, 2020 0 0 68.228.147.11 James (Jim) Butler Peru, Indiana then, now its Calhoun Kentucky jimbutler1046@gmail.com Just talked with Al Caverson. It’s been so long ago that I have forgotten some really great friends. After I got wounded in Oct ‘69 my memory was really damaged. I can remember little bits and pieces but can’t put most of them together. I pray I will be able to get to a reunion before I go. Take care and GOD BLESS the best people I was ever around. April 10, 2020 0 0 107.77.104.35 charles richards Stockton, ca. buzzr22@gmail.com Well just thinking of my time in country as of tomorrow 4/6/20 started my trip home! 50 years ago, I can't believe it myself! I was in the 4/69 to 4/70. Wish all that are still around good health. Those that we have lost RIP. April 5, 2020 0 0 107.77.75.109 Wayne Minor N.E. Texas wminor511@gmail.com I am not a veteran but am (was) a kid brother to a Vietnam Vet. I volunteer at Mid America Flight Museum in Mount Pleasant, TX. Our museum recently acquired UH-1D 67-17238, (Long Knife 21) which we understand was flown by Troop D, 3/5th. We are in touch with former crew chief of this aircraft David Riley and a couple of more who were associated with this aircraft. I would love for anyone who who served in Troop D, to email with photos or other information they might care to share.

MAFM maintains an active presence on Facebook.

Our goal at Mid America Flight Museum is to honor our country's veterans. May god bless you all and we thank you for your service. April 2, 2020 0 0 47.223.149.83 G a y and Kurt Kratzer Cathy Moresco (Tom). C Troop. Is very ill. Spoke to Tom and then spoke to Cathy. She is very ill on hospice at this point. I'm asking for a prayer chain for Cathy.
Also for PRAYERS for all our Black Knight Families at this terrible time. Sincerely G a y and Kurt Kratzer March 28, 2020 0 0 68.200.11.2 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Robert Downing Jr went to Fiddlers Green this morning. RIP B Troop 1st Plt 1966/1967 March 22, 2020 0 0 72.51.220.169 Bruce Breault Rockford, Il brucebreault3@gmail.com A trp 2nd platoon Sept 70 - Sept 71, drove 26 after Shortround left the field. I’ve been bad about checking back here. Spending weeks at a time in the summer in Woodruff, Wi. fishing. Retired, working full time as a grandpa. I’ll keep a better watch here now that covid-19 is keeping me home. Take care all of you. March 17, 2020 0 0 98.213.137.244 John Osgood lees summit, mo jrosgood@erthlink.net When and where is the next reunion. I have not been to one in a while and would like to do the next one if I can get off work. March 16, 2020 0 0 99.9.236.164 John Sorensen Fair Grove, MO jsore65648@gmail.com D Troop (AIR) April, 1970 — January, 1971, Vinh Long, Vietnam March 11, 2020 0 0 174.234.137.96 Tom Valenta Las Vegas rangerman50@gmail.com with 9th Avn Bn when we went home leaving you guys behind. February 16, 2020 1 0 71.38.11.239 Ronald d Harford killbuck ohio rlharford@embarqmail.com long time for writing comments c troop track 11 70-71 February 14, 2020 0 0 76.6.254.7 Benjamin Pelch Beulah, MI domegnome2002@yahoo.com Hi to everyone. Does anyone know where I can find the White Horse patch? Trying to update my wall display and need some more patches. Thanks for any and all help. Allso looking for "The War Wagons" Aero-Scouts patch. January 27, 2020 0 0 72.169.96.170 Timothy Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Where will the next re union be held at January 21, 2020 0 0 72.51.220.169 Timothy Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Something still wrong with this page as it said spam again and that I can only post one time during session ahhh I haven't posted any else today so I don't know but something is wrong and everything I tried to oped said error 404 January 9, 2020 0 0 72.51.220.169 Joseph Custance new york city (bronx) now Massachusetts jcustance@comcast.net Served as platoon leader Feb 68 - july 68 Dapper 26 looking to connect with other brothers Looking to track down Red Oaks 36 John Downing loaned me his chev corvair at Fort Knox! January 8, 2020 0 0 107.3.100.61 dave heinle crazyfarm@paulbunyon.net please pray for our young children going over seas, they same age as when we all got sent bless them all and safe return home January 8, 2020 0 0 104.219.199.15 Timothy Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Just checking in Happy New Year. Does anyone know if they still carry the 3/5 Blackknight challenge coin January 6, 2020 0 0 72.51.220.169 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Anyone remember me? January 5, 2020 0 0 69.145.59.182 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com all ctroop,blackknights and falcons have a wonderful happy new year. December 31, 2019 0 0 72.180.130.175 John "Woodstock" Wood, B Troop and HHT, 70-71 Tennessee -- now in California jwoodintheusa@aol.com Looking for Jim McDonald from Little Rock, Arkansas A.O.
B Troop mechanic's track, 70-71.

Jim, at the Reno Reunion I gave you my contact info, but have misplaced what you gave me. Will you please call or e-mail me ASAP. It's about the Bronze Star orders/list with my name on it.

I sent you an e-mail to your hotmail account. My home number is 707-464-1560.

Thank you December 30, 2019 0 0 47.28.55.122 Michael Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Merry Christmas to My Brothers and their Families
Cookie December 25, 2019 0 0 68.200.11.2 juanr cantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com all falcons and blackknights have a very merry christmas December 25, 2019 0 0 72.180.130.175 larry spencer grand island ne. larryspencer112@live.com I love you all December 24, 2019 0 0 47.28.147.96 Albert Cooley Mittie Louisiana alcooley49@icoud.com I was born in Kinder Louisiana grew up in the area just a little north of there.
Went to Vietnam in July of 1970 stayed 14 months and went home in September of 1971.
I was assigned to 3/5 calv Black Knights 9th Infantry
We were stationed in Dong Ha attached to the 5th Mach out of Quang Tri.
H&H Troop

I WISH ALL MY BLACK KNIGHTS FRIENDS AND ALL VETS A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄 AND A HAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR

I know we all have gone through a lot but by the GRACE OF GOD WE OVER COME and keep matching on December 24, 2019 0 0 73.232.39.181 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Merry Christmas to all Black Knights!!!l!l! December 24, 2019 0 0 47.219.242.189 Alan Bokor Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Happy Christmas to all and a special thought to our C-Troop brothers on 12-31. December 23, 2019 0 0 50.107.73.156 Alan Bokor Michigan alanbokor@aol.com I'm wondering if anyone who was in "B" Troop, summer of '68, in the field, when one night (it might have been the 4th of July, but not certain), at midnight, about 30 star clusters were shot off around the whole perimeter at the same time. Then all was dark and quiet again. So many hazy memories. I've been writing them down before they are all lost.
Stay alive, brothers
Niner Bravo December 8, 2019 0 0 50.107.87.121 Jack Hammell Leavenworth, KS eireretire2012@gmail.com I would like to hear from anyone who was a member of the B Troop platoon that was ambushed on the Old French Road in the A Shau Valley on 9-10 October 1971. We lost one trooper (wounded) when the last track (APC) in our column was hit by a command-detonated mine. I would especially like to know the name of the platoon medic; I think that his first name was Dennis. Thanks! December 8, 2019 0 0 70.118.221.115 Juan r cantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com to raul munoz i am origionally from premont,tx pho 956-789-8835 maybe we can get together i was ctrp 3/5cav call me November 23, 2019 0 0 72.180.130.175 raul munoz texas alice rdmunoz2@gmail.com station with d troop 3 sq 5cav air door gunner 70/71 and with c troop 3 sq 17cav air November 15, 2019 0 0 66.218.231.254 Juan r cantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com all falcons and blackknights have a wonderful and safe veterans day November 11, 2019 0 0 72.180.130.175 craig yockey fresno calif. papayockey@att.net would like to thank all of the ones involved in organizing the 3rd. squadron 5th. cav reunion in RENO NEVADA . my wife and i enjoyed the time visiting with everyone. was great to visit with my medic FRITZ MULHAUSER whom i had not seen since 1967 . again thanks to all of the organizers . November 5, 2019 0 0 76.254.97.70 Joseph M.Laster Fort Worth TX 76109 j.m.laster@tcu.edu Charliehorse 16
Charliehorse 3
Charliehorse 26
71-72 October 31, 2019 0 0 75.10.14.52 John Ross San Diego, Ca. johnross1098@att.net I was a member some time ago, but had to drop out due to surgery. Just in case I didn't come back 😆. I'm going in for back surgery,. But wanted to let you know that I'm still kicking 😊. I wanted to send a couple of pictures but haven't figured that out yet. October 27, 2019 0 0 136.22.79.155 LARRY J PACHECO aka Torres DIXON,CALIF KAUAICHEVY@SBCGLOBAL.NET I miss it have sometimers dam heard abought it in Kentucky at car show. October 22, 2019 0 0 23.116.71.18 Ericka Bolte Long Island, NY ericka.bolte@alumni.stonybrook.edu Hello all --
None of you on here know me, but I'm the granddaughter of Ed O'Connell - Troop A from Dec 66 to March 67 -- as I'm sure some of you know, he passed away early last year from Multiple Myeloma.

I'm participating in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's Light the Night walk in his memory this year -- I know he was so immensely proud of his service to this country and to reconnect with all of you during the various reunions throughout the years.

If any of you are interested in making a donation in his memory -- there isn't a specific number that I'm trying to reach --please reach out to me by the e-mail address listed here & I'll send you the link. (I'd post the link here, but it specifically says above this comment box to not enter any website addresses).

Thank you all for your service and providing my grandfather with some of the best memories from all the reunions -- they truly were events he looked forward to each & every year. :) October 19, 2019 1 0 24.44.197.227 Ed Phillips Olympia, Washington ephillips@nwhelicopters.com Awesome Site!! The reason for my interest. I am rebuilding a Huey that was 3/5 Cav in Vietnam. The serial number is 67-17238. I have been told that this Huey was "D" troop, 3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry "Light Horse" (later designated C/3/17) was attached to 7/1st ACS on 1 September 1969. Relocating from Dong Tam to Vinh Long AAF, they enabled the 7/1st ACS to provide MR IV with a reconnaissance capability unequaled in the RVN. Any information about this Aircraft would be greatly appreciated. October 17, 2019 0 0 96.66.240.217 JOHN OSGOOD lees summit, mo jrosgood@earthlink.net Well for anyone in the who gives a * * * department, I am not going to make the reunion. I have work conflicts two out of the three days that cannot be moved. John Osgood B Trp 68/69. October 7, 2019 0 0 172.12.14.184 william ,Bill, Ganz Khe Son bg96160@yahoo.com Reno Reunion,,,,I live 30 miles out of Reno,,,
people may contact me October 1, 2019 0 0 47.208.186.219 John "Woodstock" Wood, B Troop and HHT,70-71 Tennessee/California To Simon Wicker in England:

Great that you found me here old mate and my long-lost English brother! You will always be my brother from a different (British) mother. Hopefully before I move on to Fiddlers Green, I can cross the big Atlantic Pond to see you again, this time in your country of England, just as we met up near Yosemite when you were in California all those years ago. Check your e-mail.

Woodstock out... September 29, 2019 0 0 47.28.55.122 simon wicker England wicker633@gmail.com Would John "Woodstock" Wood please get in touch. We miss hearing from you buddy. We often talk about you and meeting up in whatever that town was called 9 years ago.

All the best from your English bro and family
Simon :D September 27, 2019 0 0 2.96.104.220 john osgood lees summit, mo jrosgood@earthlink.net Thanks to those of you who sent me an email with the information. Unfortunately, since I am supporting an ex-wife who gets half my military retirement plus maintenance and I have a new woman, I still work full time at age 76 so I am not sure I can get away in the middle of the week but I will see what I can do. September 21, 2019 0 0 172.12.14.184 john Osgood lees summit, mo jrosgood@earthlink.net OK, the reunion information like does not provide any information about the reunion. All I know it is it coming up shortly and is in Reno. Can somebody fill me in. September 20, 2019 0 0 172.12.14.184 Frank Natali Chicago Il. franknatali@gmail.com C troop 3/5 cav June 69 Feb 70 September 16, 2019 0 0 47.187.192.247 Gary Bridges Apollo Beach, Florida colgaryjbridges@gmail.com Looking for crew members that flew in Dewey Canyon II or Lam San 719. Writing my third book, historical fiction and would like to hear your stories. I flew with Alfa, 227th in III Corp from Feb 69 to August of 70. Callsign, Chickenman One Nine. September 10, 2019 0 0 47.198.231.156 John McComb Media, PA mccombpa1@verizon.net I was with C battery, 8th battalion, 4th artillery from Nov 1970 to Oct 1971. If my memory is correct, you provided much or most of our security during that time. I just wanted to say "thank you". September 9, 2019 0 0 73.30.36.28 Gary Ellis Diamond Springs, CA kqql59@yahoo.com Just checking in and looking forward to seeing my 3/5 Cav brothers in Reno, served A troop 2nd platoon 69-70 drove 26 track for the late Lt. McCandlis. 26delta August 25, 2019 0 0 67.187.153.38 Glen Davis Reno GlenDavis499@yahoo.com I was with the 3/5 cav b trp 2 plt 69_ 70 August 8, 2019 0 0 172.58.38.237 Paul Rebrovich Kingsport,Tn. justiceseeker222@yahoo.com I regretfully report the passing of C trooper Larry F. Tyree of Kingsport,Tn on July 20,2019. He will be buried July 25. at Mountain Home National Cemetery. I will be there representing 3/5 Cav and VVA-979. July 25, 2019 0 0 71.88.219.27 KEITH KAMINSKY PHOENIX ARIZONA bk882208@comcast.net DTRP 3/5 cav scout platoon 1980-1981 fort. lewis July 22, 2019 0 0 73.11.162.246 Jesus Cacere Puerto Rico myrtacaceres@yahoo.com I was with A trp 3rd 5th cav from Sept 68 to sept 69 . I w a s the supply cleck. July 22, 2019 0 0 107.77.90.20 hugh smith pigeon m I was on 29 track with guy hilden,franklen,and samual brown. from october to sept 1970-1971. cant rember many. doyou remember dave whitehead,scott shilingsted, long time ago.87668 July 16, 2019 0 0 66.211.69.113 William Miranda Florida wmiranda.fl@gmail.com I served in 2nd Plt. B Troop,3/5th from December 1970 until October 1971. I was TC in various tracks, including 26 with then LT Hall, later LT Eline. I see John Chandler on the guestbook, who may be a brother I served with, whom I wrote up for a Broze Star with a V. Also looking for my other buddies Wickline and Link there may be others that escape my mind at the time. Our platoon dog at Dong Ha was named Sunshine. July 15, 2019 0 0 108.188.17.184 Hugh Mills Kansas City, MO hmills16@aol.com Looking for D Troop Scout gunner Rip Smith. Anybody have his email or phone?
Hugh Mills
CHarliehorse 38, 71/72 June 24, 2019 0 0 74.62.117.130 Thomas Frederick Payne Richmond, Virginia bigpaintdog@aol.com Randy Pantoja, and Mickey Myers I see you have been on. Any more of 3rd platoon on here? Mickey I can't remember the guy who got hit with you only that < I think, he was a blonde headed Sweede. I was TC of the 33 track Think Thrice. Mine was one of the tracks that caught an RPG. June 18, 2019 0 0 71.176.228.140 eugene blakely ONEONTA, AL 35121 eugeneblakely2@gmail.com JUST LOOKING AT PICS AND THE ROSTER. June 8, 2019 0 0 67.143.161.16 Jenn Mahoney Troy,NY chrysheart@gmail.com I was curious about finding out about my Dad, and getting his records so I could get a military plaque for his grave. He died suddenly in 99. James "Jay" Mahoney.

B Troop 3/5 I don't know alot about his service years. I just know he was always trying to protect me. June 6, 2019 0 0 24.169.6.225 Robert Hicks C Trp 3rdPltDong Ha Chicago hicksr784@gmail.com I would love to Find Kenneth Irwin Getty was the driver of APC 15 May 27, 2019 0 0 47.42.169.52 Michael Hutchinson Brunswick Ga. mhutch1948@gmail.com B Trp 3/5 Cav. 2nd Platoon, 23 delta. Jan 68-69. Thanks to all who served. May 20, 2019 0 0 23.113.243.151 John "Woodstock" Wood, B Troop and HHT,70-71 Tennessee Did you drink from streams in Nam? Did you eat raw or under-cooked fish while there? I bought those fish on homemade rolls from mama sanh and drank from I Corp streams. VA doctors have told me for decades that I have odd scaring, cysts, holes and sacs in my liver. They could not (or would not) tell me why.

Hundreds of Vietnam War veterans who’ve died, or are dying, of bile duct cancer, which is also called cholangiocarcinoma caused by those tiny worms they ingested in Vietnam.

The cancer can be caused by parasitic worms, called liver flukes, that are found in fish in the waters of Vietnam and other Southeast Asian countries.

Humans who drink from Southeast Asian streams or eat raw or undercooked fish can easily acquire the parasite larvae, which mature in the slender tubes (bile ducts) that carry the digestive fluid bile, and can produce carcinogenic irritation.

Thousands of Americans who served in Vietnam could be at risk for this cancer. Some were service connected. May 17, 2019 0 0 47.25.221.104 sgt. Lionel Parker New Orleans,LA lpark7224@gmail.com Trp C 3d sqdn 5th Can 9th inf Div. April 27, 2019 0 0 68.11.81.100 Larry Brown Oregon 1419sw@gmail.com Just checking in looking forward to Reno and seeing old friends. Charlie Horse 19 1970 April 15, 2019 0 0 172.83.40.223 Jack Hammell Leavenworth, KS eireretire2012@gmail.com I flew with the Black Knights in D Troop in 1971-72 (OH-6 "Cayuse" scouts) out of Quang Tri airbase. And, thanks to a squadron commander with an interesting sense of humor and/or a real interest in "developing" his subordinates, I also got to lead a ground cav platoon in the A Shau Valley - where I got lots of unexpected experience and a Purple Heart. Thanks, Colonel! April 12, 2019 0 0 70.118.210.231 Loraine Winthrop booknut55@msn.com For Sale: Paul “Gypsy” Winthrop’s
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Loraine Winthrop Email address above April 8, 2019 0 0 68.200.11.2 Elmer Chinnock Redlands CA chinnock@mac.com '68 - '69 A Medic track 43. Been 50 years! Just checking in. April 8, 2019 0 0 47.153.113.253 Dave ( Rosey) Rosenbaum Bronx New York dlrosenbaum45@aol.com B Troop B27 1966-1967. Getting old and was wondering if anyone I knew was out there? April 6, 2019 0 0 72.76.130.220 John "Woodstock" Wood Tennessee Today is the official Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. To all my Black Knight brothers in arms: Welcome Home! March 29, 2019 0 0 47.25.221.104 Dave Grant Iowa Brothers If you want to R V the Reno reunion the Grand Serria hotel has drive through or back in camp sites with all hook ups. 5 miles from the peppermill. March 11, 2019 0 0 97.125.151.184 Kiersten Anderson Ky bogartsmom31@gmail.com My Papaw was Rusty Bauer, he will be missed. Thank you for these photos. March 4, 2019 0 0 162.154.43.45 JIM MC DONALD ARK BLT308jm@hotmail.com RIP RUSTY....we will meet again my brother...at FIDDLERS GREEN ..BOOTS AN SADDLES MY FRIEND...REST IN PEACE.. March 2, 2019 0 0 69.29.158.36 Timothy Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Robert Rusty Bauer lost his battle with cancer February 28th Rusty will have a viewing at schoppenhorst funeral home at 4895 n.preston hwy shepherdsville ky 40165 on sunday march 3rd from 2pm - 8pm and service from 9am -10am monday I had not seen any postings so here is info I found March 1, 2019 0 0 107.167.108.23 craig yockey fresno calif. papayockey@att.net JIMMY ARTEAGA i do remember the name ponchorello . good to see someone from 67 i was track driver for sgt rothwell #35 do you remember our clerk richard kaufman and our medic fritz mulhauser ?? February 27, 2019 0 0 76.254.97.70 Randy Heber MI dkheber@gmail.com Hey Hawkeye, I actually do remember his name, It was Lt. Pollack. February 27, 2019 0 0 107.213.7.132 james Murray (Hawkeye) Ormond Beach, FL murrman51@gmail.com Does anyone from 1 Plt, Charlie Troop remember the name of the LT who was the Platoon Leader after Lt Fuzz and Lt Newman,before Lt Jones (late 1970) ? He was the Troop XO during Lam Son. February 26, 2019 0 0 184.91.39.247 jimmy arteaga texas jcarteaga@sbcglobal.net I was with C company 3rd platoon 3/5 Cav in Nam 1967. Does anyone know if Chute2 made it back? Also would like to know about Sgt.Maj. Poncherella.
I was with you the night we rode to fight at Ap Bau Bang February 21, 2019 0 0 47.32.216.156 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com B Trooper Paul Winthrop has gone to fiddlers green. Paul was able to come to the Iowa B Troop reunion. We all had a great time. We will miss him , he always made you laugh.. boots and saddle BROTHER February 15, 2019 0 0 75.162.37.94 Wayne Pennington Alabama cwp3941@yahoo.com Atrp 3/5 cav 9th inf div.68-69 February 12, 2019 0 0 104.182.93.225 Donald Rose Denver,CO darosed@q.com I was in country in 1970, C troop 3rd platoon, drove and gunned Easy Rider. January 11, 2019 0 0 184.96.10.109 todd thiede wisconsin Was in atrp 3plt from march 71 _ Aug 71. Have not seen any posts from anyone I knew then.not many of us were left when we left DMZ in Aug and headed south.if you want to reach out you can call and leave msg.at262 527 4878.my phone service is spotty where I live. January 10, 2019 0 0 174.198.27.24 Michael J. Myers (Mickey) Tempe Arizona MMYERS19@COX.NET Looking for Trooper wounded with me On May 14.1970, near the DMZ. 3rd platoon, 3/5. January 9, 2019 0 0 70.162.48.140 Dean Moretti Lackawanna New York djmo19@msn.com Gene Blakley Hambey Hailed from Kanasa City and Ferby from Brooklyn NY I to would like to contact them! Two great guys !! January 2, 2019 0 0 76.180.56.158 Mike Cook MCOOK159@TAMPABAY.RR.COM Mr. Louis Jerry Raynor, 71 of 3759 Isaac Weeks Road, Clinton, NC passed on Friday, December 28, 2018 at home.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, December 31, 2018 at Cedar Point Disciples of Christ Church, Newton Grove, NC with Elder Gary Jones officiating.
Burial in the Hillcrest Memorial Park, Clinton, NC.
Mr. Raynor is survived by his WIFE-Katie Raynor of the home; DAUGHTERS-Cassandra Simpson of Benson, NC, Tosha Diggs of New Bern, NC, Sharon Raynor of Elizabeth City, NC and Marquitta Mitchell of Charlotte, NC; SON-Jerry Raynor of Indianapolis, Indiana; SISTERS-Shiloh Candle of Durham, NC, Kello Se Metro Fryar of Bishopville, SC; BROTHERS-Donald Raynor, James Raynor and Walter Raynor all of Clinton, NC and Darius Raynor of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; GRANDCHILD-Amaris Raynor of Suffolk, VA.
Boots and Saddles , Brother Boots and Saddles January 2, 2019 0 0 68.200.11.2 Gary Huber Bloomington, IL GLH4ALEX@gmail.com 99th Annual Reunion of the 5th Infantry Division, 05 SEP 2019 – 09 SEP 2019, Crowne Plaza San Diego, Mission Valley, CA. If you or a family member ever wore the Red Diamond of the 5th Infantry Division, we want you to join us. January 2, 2019 0 0 50.106.201.19 Mike Cook MCOOK159@TAMPABAY.RR.COM Robert James Rodriguez
January 29, 1950 – December 29, 2018

Robert James Rodriguez was born on January 29, 1950 and passed away on December 29, 2018
Services – 4 January
Funeral Service
11:00 am McLaren's Chapel
801 - 19th St
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265

Burial with military honors
2:00 pm Iowa Veterans Cemetery
34024 Veterans Memorial Drive
Adel, IA January 1, 2019 0 0 68.200.11.2 Mike Cook MCOOK159@TAMPABAY.RR.COM Brothers; I regret to inform you of the passing of Robert Rodriguez on December 29, 2018 as a result of his battle with cancer--he was 69 years old and is survived by his son Cory Rodriguez. Bob was a graduate of the NCO Academy as a Sergeant E-5 and served in the 2nd Platoon of C Troop as the Track Commander on the 22 Track from December 70' - November 71'. Bob was an active member of the "Black Knights" and was instrumental in the construction of a Vietnam Memorial in Des Moines, IA. He is fondly remembered for being in charge of an outpost at the top of the "Rock Pile" which gave him the nickname of "Sergeant Rock". Bob was extremely proud of the CIB that he was awarded and of all of his BIA of the 3rd Squadron 5th Cavalry.
Boots and Saddles Brother Boots and Saddles :!beer: :!beer: December 31, 2018 0 0 68.200.11.2 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all 3/5 Cav Troopers and their families! December 25, 2018 0 0 47.219.242.189 Carlos E Morris Wheelersburg Ohio Merry Christmas to all and Happy New Year. December 25, 2018 0 0 75.180.42.123 Terry L. Lawson DuBois,Pa.15801 lawson_carole@yahoo.com I am looking for members of C Troop, 3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry, 9th Infantry Division, Mortar Section who served in Vietnam between May 1967 to May of 1968 Would love to hear from you at the above E-mail. December 17, 2018 0 0 98.19.183.93 James Fuehrer Toledo, Ohio jimf8246@comcast.net Sp/5 in the COSMEC repair hooch behind the Brigade Signal Office across from the TOC. Unit: 298the Signal Company, 1st Bde 5th Inf Div (Mech) Quang Tri Combat Base 1970-1971
. December 14, 2018 0 0 73.32.50.145 Mike Cook MCOOK159@TAMPABAY.RR.COM I regret to inform you of the passing of CPT Robert B. Montarro on August 11, 2018--he was 72 years old. Robert serve with C Troop 3/17 Cavalry as
a Scout Pilot from May 1970 to September 15, 1970 when he was severely wounded and sole survivor after his helicopter had been shot down. After leaving
the military, he was active in the National Purple Hearts Hall of Fame where his flight jacket is proximately displayed.

Services were held for Robert on August 11, 2018 at the Parish of Saint Francis and Saint Clare Church in Wilton Manors, FL. Interment will be at
Arlington National Cemetery. Those wishing to honor Robert may choose to make a donation to the 3rd Squadron 5th Cavalry Memorial Fund. Checks
should be mailed to Richard J. Wandoff, 119 Victorian Lane, Jupiter, FL 33458.

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Boots and Saddles :!beer: :!beer: December 9, 2018 0 0 68.200.11.2 Mike Cook MCOOK159@TAMPABAY.RR.COM We have another Brother who has passed on to Fiddlers Green B Trooper Tom Short. Tom has been a member in good standing for a long time while with the unit he received A Bronze Star and a Purple Heart.
You will be missed brother but never forgotten
Boots and Saddles
My Brother
Boots and Saddles
:!beer: :!beer: November 26, 2018 0 0 68.200.11.2 eugene blakely OR GENE ONEONTA, AL. 35121 eugeneblakely2@gmail.com ANYONE EVER HEAR ABOUT SOME OF MY CREW FROM C TRP 3RD PLT. TRACK 33 NAMES ARE LAST ONLY IS ALL I REMEMBER. HAMBY FROM CHICAGO THEN. FERBEE FROM WEST OR MAYBE VIRGINIA. GUY NAMED BLUE AND ONE NAMED JOE A NAVHO INDIAN. 1969 AND 70. November 26, 2018 0 0 67.143.160.45 Dave Grant Iowa Brothers have a great thanksgiving day!! Also THANK YOU B TROOPERS for coming to Des Moines Iowa for the reunion. Also hope all our brothers in California are safe.. November 19, 2018 0 0 97.125.181.186 Ron L. Hulstein Iowa rhulstein@centurylink.net I now live in Mountain Home, AR---85 miles SE of Branson.

Any reunions in the Midwest????? November 13, 2018 0 0 144.163.220.208 Timothy Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Just checking in haven't been on in a while November 9, 2018 0 0 67.141.92.204 Paul Carranza ( Freak) San Diego, California Freakingoutpaul@yahoo.com In vietnam 1970-71, up in the DMZ. Rock pile, Khe Sanh, and all over. If any members remember me please write me back. Also looking for a friend name Tom Bromel, was in the same troop with us. God bless America. :!cool: :!cool: November 7, 2018 0 0 47.144.203.56 Donald J Brent Chester,Ca don-brent@hotmail.com Served in 75,76 pretty sure it was Charlie company 3/5 air cav at ftlewis,wa our barracks was closest to the ramp.

Just been a long time and honestly I haven't thought about it in years November 1, 2018 0 0 172.77.21.41 Royce Henry Lake Orion Mi Rdh3590@gmail.com * * * orange got another one yesterday. My brother Sgt Harold L. Henry 2nd bn 501 inf 101 abn Nov.67 Nov.68 October 26, 2018 0 0 99.59.34.213 Roger B Grant, Originally - Halifax Vermont Now - Spokane Washington rbgrant711@gmail.com MSgt USAF Retired, 1955-1976
My older sister Cpl Kay Grant,served during the Korean War at Ft Devens, Massachusetts. October 21, 2018 0 0 174.238.134.184 Paul Walsh Woodstock, GA pgwalsh29@gmail.com 1970 - A troop - 29 TC - Welcome Home October 17, 2018 0 0 73.82.40.106 John Mullins Harrisburg PA dewcrew11@msn.com I was only born in 1964. My dad was a Korean war vet with the 2nd Inf. I only served in a 1st Inf com eng reserve unit in the 80's. I majored in history in college and am learning as much as I can about the war. Thanks for your service. You guys were mostly drafted. At my time we were volunteers with no war going on. October 15, 2018 0 0 98.117.12.136 chaRLES WILLIAMS ONTARIO OR hi tom my name was chuck iflew with you when we wear 317 cav shot a lot takeoff and landings hover contor in revmets thank you sir paul and me jessy laws in back buncker complex near lz rock p[ile fobi
tor upgood loch man cound not fly when scard he had his foot left hard i coud get hitoturn we crashed
loch that cap broen is by with wolf he said to cary ak 47 in chopter inccasec iever hapend agin208- 615 any chatter OVER MY PRC25 BY
1695 TIME October 2, 2018 1 I think that you are referring to Tom Ford. Please respond with your email address so that I can hook you up with Tom.

rwandoff@bellsouth.net Richard J. Wandoff 172.58.46.248 Mike Lawrence Findlay.Illinois miklaw2@gmail.com I was in B Troop 69/70 was on track 14 yellow square. I had a yellow dog I raised named Jack September 26, 2018 0 0 67.45.32.75 Laurie Williams Missouri lauriecrain@gmail.com My name is Laurie Williams. My father-in-law was Gary G. Williams. Since Gary has past and we have no paperwork. I am trying to get more information about Gary for Stormy (Gary's Son). I appreciate any information. September 19, 2018 0 0 173.17.52.118 Michael Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Brothers; Today we lost one of the most hard working brothers this association has ever had and he will be missed by us all. Dewey Fambry passed on to Fiddlers Green today 09/16/2018. He lost his wife in July I believe he missed her and decided to go and be next to her side for all eternity. Dewey was the Keeper of the List and he took pride in the fact that he had everyone that wanted to be found and some that didn't. Dewey also made sure that the table of the missing Trooper was set up and the reading was done right. Dewey was a leader all of his life and I know that he will be in Fiddlers Green checking his list so no one will be left behind. Boots and Saddles Brother Boots and Saddles :!beer: :!beer: September 16, 2018 0 0 35.143.151.44 John Dolan Brooklyn ny / Leesburg Florida Missing_link1@msn.com 3/5 cav B Trp 7/67-8/68 August 24, 2018 0 0 73.67.76.87 Philip A Maniscalco Westerly, Rhode Island pmanis@cox.net Congratulations Black Knights for introducing this website. I am an active member of the Society of the Fifth Division, U.S. Army. This year, the Society is having its 98th annual reunion/convention in Norfolk, VA, Sept 27 -Oct 1, 2018.
I was assigned to Delta Company, 1st Bn, 11th Infantry Regiment, 1st Brigade, 5th Division - Vietnam (9/68-9/69).
Welcome Home, Brothers! August 13, 2018 0 0 72.200.174.131 james mc donald arkansas blt308jm@hotmail.com PRAYERS AN THOUGHTS OUT TO DEWEY...HE LOST HIS WIFE...WONDERFUL LADY....

MAY GOD BLESS YOU DEWEY DURING THESE TIMES... July 25, 2018 0 0 72.161.166.60 major w herrick6 WO1major@gmail.com D troop 70-71 charliehorse 14 July 23, 2018 0 0 74.42.176.111 William E. "Whit" Whitworth Sr. Jefferson City, TN utvolfan@earthlink.net Glad to be able to keep up with the Squadron. We all need to stick together. Thanks for the volunteers that are keeping us intact as a unit. July 19, 2018 0 0 24.159.157.32 Charles R. (Bob) Lane Originally Amarillo, TX now Las Vegas, NV crboblane@yahoo.com Trp D Charliehorse Scouts SP5 11D Observer/ Gunner 8/71 - 3/72 July 17, 2018 0 0 174.72.225.64 Patty Wilkins North east Ohio pattywilkins04@gmail.com I would love to be involved in any help. My Daddy was Timothy Wilkins who past 7 years ago. We still come to the reunions just want to stay in touch with the men that he really loved and had his back. Thank you. July 11, 2018 0 0 69.54.49.125 George D Yarberry Toledo, Ohio gdydistribution@aol.com Served with B-Troop 3/5 Cav July69 -July70 Track 13 July 11, 2018 0 0 75.66.222.172 Andrew Fant Easley South Carolina fnancyandrew@yahoo.com I served with B troop 2nd. Plt. from Feb.1968 to Feb. 1969. July 5, 2018 0 0 96.33.71.90 Ron Quezada Florida Quezadaronnie47@yahoo.com Hey Mike! Glad I wasn’t there to hear that conversation. I know how that New Yorker can get. At least it brought the fight out in him and that’s a good thing. All any of us can do is play out the hand that God dealt us. It is my humble opinion that grumpy ole trooper will still be bitching and complaining when we gather together around the camp fire in FIDDLERS GREEN. 😂🤣😆😁

SOUND THE CHARGE!!
Ron (Diapers) Quezada
Brother in Arms June 26, 2018 0 0 174.227.137.108 Michael Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Ron Q. Thanks a lot BROTHER I did call Donnie and he jumped my A%# and said if he wants to mess with the nurses it none of my Damn Business. Really I talked with him for about an hour we had a good laugh at your expense and we both hope your ears were burning. He sounded real good and was upbeat he still has a lot of fight left in him. Thanks we both needed that.
Cookie June 25, 2018 0 0 70.127.188.228 Ron Quezada Florida Laura Joule asked me to inform the BLACK KNIGHTS on Donnie Joule’s condition. He is holding his own at this time. He’s grumpy and still calling me mud-sucker which is a good sign. His doctor stopped the chemotherapy until Donnie stops loosing weight and flirting with the nurses. Hey Cookie, call Donnie and tell him to behave himself. 🤠🇺🇸

Together then, together again,
Ron Quezada, Founder & Past Pres.
HHT & B-troop 1969
3/5 Armored Cavalry-Vietnam
BLACK KNIGHTS
Brother in Arms June 24, 2018 0 0 174.223.4.53 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net Just checking in again. B Trp and HHT. 66-68. June 24, 2018 0 0 69.145.59.182 Randy Heber Midland Mi Happy Father's Day to all the fathers/grandfather's and we may have some great-grandfathers out there. Hope to see you in Charleston! June 17, 2018 0 0 107.213.7.132 Roy Alcala Boston RHAlcala@aol.com Greetings from the Troop A 2018 Reunion at Harman, WV! We will send photos soon. Troopers present are: Marcello Vache (organizer), Larry Sullivan, Larry Harper, Denis Ciborowski, Don Downs, Bob Silcox, and yours truly Roy Alcala (Troop A Rep). Four spouses also are with us. A remarkable reunion in every way! Photos will follow soon! June 16, 2018 0 0 166.216.165.85 Randolph Pantoja Bakersfield, calif B troop 3rd plt, (Beaner) 1970, Giggy where are you? You owe me a dollar! Call me 661 333-3377 :D June 10, 2018 0 0 162.231.156.169 Art Macias Brea, Ca artmsr@yahoo.com I am lost right now. I just found out my friend Rusty Hammond died this past Oct. Rusty and I served together in 68 in HHT troop. June 6, 2018 0 0 108.85.143.63 Art Macias Brea, Ca artmsr@yahoo.com No comment. June 2, 2018 0 0 108.85.143.63 art reynolds oxford ny 4sassy@frontiernet.net Sorry about screwedupemail met tosayIremembertheroadruns,andtheambushes,Iwillneverforgetthelittleold mamason who would bring a littleboy to us every morning to treat real nasty sores on his feet,after a few days the damm arvans burned their village. May 30, 2018 0 0 50.108.198.69 art reynolds oxford ny 4sassy@frontiernet.net Every now and then I remember not much those nightsbut itwas kinda fun. :o May 29, 2018 0 0 50.108.198.69 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com B troopers. What was the call sign for first platoon? Second was roadrunner, third was barracuda.. Have a great Memorial Day. Can’t wait to see you here in September... May 28, 2018 0 0 97.125.168.193 MSG (Retired) Christopher A. Thiele Saint Augustine, Florida christhiele@att.net Good evening, my fellow veterans. Tomorrow, May 25, 2018, is the 50th anniversary of my father (SSG John A. Thiele, Jr. or Bird Dog Six) being KIA in Quang Tri, Vietnam. I just wanted to reach out to all of you and let you know how much I appreciate your service to our Nation and defending our freedoms. There has not been a day gone by without thinking of my father. I have some great memories of him although not enough by any means. I hope this message finds all of you well and I pray that your lives have been filled with joy. Take care and God Bless all of you! Your friend, Chris. May 24, 2018 0 0 104.189.248.114 Bill Ganz California bg96160@yahoo.com V.N. 70-71 Quang Tre...Dong Ha.....Khe Son..
Looking 4 Thomas Lavenderk May 16, 2018 0 0 174.222.134.46 Rick (Zeke) Lozicki Florida kiwi846@msn.com Arrived in country Jan 71 just in time to reopen the road to Khe Sanh on A29 in support of Lam Son 719, left after we stood down Alpha Troop in Nov 71. Shout out to all Alpha troopers. May 15, 2018 0 0 104.136.14.121 james baker dearborn heights mi. JIM0621@AOL.COM I HAD A MOS 63B20 May 10, 2018 0 0 68.41.121.140 EUGENE BLAKELY ONEONTA ALABAMA eugeneblakelt2@gmail.com PH 205 353 6028 FRIENDS CAN CALL ON MY CELL HERE.
:D :D May 3, 2018 0 0 67.143.160.240 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net sande hoffman -- i was on same cruise ship the upshur . i was in c-troop remember landing on beach for photo shoot. the battle at bau bang was a battle . still have flashbacks . group counciling at our vet center is a lot of help . ---- our troop medic was fritz mulhauser -- "DOC"-- MADE CONTACT WITH HIM A COUPLE YEARS AGO April 18, 2018 0 0 76.254.97.70 Sande M. Hoffman Hewitt. New Jersey sandeusa@live.com I was a Medic in Troop A 1966 - 1967. I was in the Battle of Ap Bau Bang in March of 1967. I was drafted April 04.1966 in Hackensack and brought to Fort Dix. I then went to Fort Riley, Kansas. I came to Viet Nam by the USS Upture out of Oakland, California. We docked in Vung Tau Harbor for 3 days while the ship was unloaded. We had a pre-dawn landing and I was in one of the first LSUs. Our orders was hit the Beach and keep on running. I did so until I was stopped by an MP in full dress outfit. He stopped us and he ordered us to go back to the landing craft because the Band and The Photographers were not there. Anyone remember this? April 15, 2018 0 0 24.186.215.208 Al Cavasin Concord, MI. alcavasin@gmail.com Good morning and welcome home! Brothers, PLEASE when you sign this guestbook include your email address or some method of contacting you. None of us are getting any younger here, and every day, it gets more critical that we be able to reach out to those brothers who have not reconnected with the family. March 29, 2018 0 0 174.230.10.27 jimmy arteaga texas I was with C troop 3/5 cav.in 1967 Left Nam just before Dec. 31 ambush. living with it March 27, 2018 0 0 47.42.70.227 Gary HALL Belding Michigan 47 years ago I left nam,what a great feeling. But I did hate leaving all my brothers behind. One week after I left my good friend and fellow medic was killed, you are never forgotten Roger Pedersen. RIP. March 24, 2018 0 0 107.132.165.207 Hugh (HOOT) Smith pigeon michigan hootsmith53@yahoo.com I was on 29 track (BABY BRUTE JR) with Guy Hilden-Franklin. Do you rember Scott Shiglingsted, Dave Whitehead, Steve, Danny Steel, Doc Shepard? 70-71 February 27, 2018 0 0 66.211.70.38 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Was on B-25/66 June 70-April 71 February 26, 2018 0 0 47.219.242.189 Richard Holder McDonough, Georgia rholder2451@hotmail.com I was assigned to B Trp. 3/5 CAV. from Oct. 1969-Oct. 1970, 2nd Platoon. Anyone assigned during that time period please contact me, I am trying to locate Carl Carson a good friend. Thanks February 26, 2018 0 0 75.137.25.133 carl mathis westport ct carl.mathis@me.com Served with Maj. Roger Gwen. Would like to find his whereabouts I own him a thought. He was my ROTC commander at Bradley University and I never told him thanks for growing me up.

Any help is appreciated.

Best- c February 25, 2018 0 0 68.194.68.131 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Brothers, it is my sad duty to inform you that another of our members has reported to Fiddler's Green. Ed O'Connell passed away this past Friday. He served with A Troop in 66-67. He was my best friend, and I shall miss him greatly! See you later Eddie! February 12, 2018 0 0 162.205.156.125 Richard Dust Thornton IL kittycityjandd@aol.com I was a crew chief on UH-1D #66-789 from Dec67 to Sept 68 B.Co 709th Maint Bn. We pulled maintenance for 9th Avn Bn. And D Trp 3/5 th Cav. I flew some missions with D-Trp Just checking out your web site and thought I would say Hi. * * * Dust February 4, 2018 0 0 73.110.38.95 jim mc donald ark blt308jm@hotmail.com Rooms for iowa reunion are selling out fast ...get your reservation made now :D January 31, 2018 0 0 69.29.152.121 Mike Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Once again I'm here to inform you of another brothers passing Terry Johnson went to Fiddlers Green Thursday evening January 24, 2018 at the age of 66. Terry died of an apparent heart attack while relaxing on his sofa with his feet up, Terry was an artillery FO serving with the 2nd Platoon of C Troop from August 1970 - August 1971 and was awarded the Silver Star for heroism along with 3 Purple Hearts. He was a long time member of the "Black Knights, Association." Services will be held at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Road, Elwood, IL 60421. We don't have exact date and time yet. In lieu of flowers, you are welcome to make contributions in Terry's honor to the 3rd Squadron 5th Cavalry Memorial Fund. Your condolences can be sent to Ian Johnson contact me for his Email Address
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Boots & Saddles
My Brother
Boots & Saddles January 29, 2018 0 0 70.127.188.228 Mike Cook Brothers
I'm here again with sad news Doc. White has passed on to Fiddlers Green. I received word from a mutual friend that Jack Gilbert (Gil) White died suddenly on Sunday evening at about 8:30 pm of an apparent coronary. Gil was a medic and he worked with C Troop quite a bit and also A Troop during his tour which was in 68 thru 69.
Gil our Brother
May you Rest in Peace
Boots and Saddles
until we meet at Fiddlers Green
Peace Brother :!beer: :!beer: January 6, 2018 0 0 70.127.188.228 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com Happy new year B-Troopers. The b-troop reunion is set for September 19-20-21. The place is Holiday Inn Express 8789 plum Dr. Urbandale Iowa Phone 515-278 9000. We have 45 room set aside for $109.00 plus tax. This comes with free breakfast, and hospitality room. There is camping available 3 miles away by Saylorville lake. Also good axess off I 80/35 Tell them you are with the BLACK KNIGHTS.. Hope to see you January 1, 2018 0 0 97.125.157.245 Gary E Cotter, Sgt E-5 Kettle Falls, Washington State waterfront@centurylink.net Was with the 3/5th Nov 77 through May 79 Ft. Lewis, WA.
Loved flying in those helicopters. Learned a lot working as the communications and training NCO.

What happened to the 3/5 Air Calvary units?

Only person left that I ever see from those days is Nick Eden,Cpt.

Currently Volunteer Firefighter & Semi Retired Accountant/Design Engineer living on Lake Roosevelt near the Canadian Border. December 31, 2017 0 0 98.125.161.137 Lonnie Zebell Three Oaks Michigan lzebell@att.met TO THE 3/5 BROTHERHOOD HOPE YOU ALL HAVE A GREAT YEAR IN 2018. December 30, 2017 0 0 23.119.113.76 John Rehfus Indianapolis IN johnrehfus@sbcglobal.net 50 years ago today, I had the privilege of seeing the Bob Hope Christmas Show at Bearcat. I'll never forget it! To all my Cav brothers, and all E-troopers, A very Merry Christmas and an even Better New Year!!! December 26, 2017 0 0 99.132.176.100 jim mc donald arkansas blt308jm@hotmail.com WANT TO WISH ALL MY BIA.. 3/5 A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS...
MAY GOD BLESS AN KEEP YOU TILL WE MEET AGAIN...
:D December 23, 2017 0 0 207.119.70.188 dave heinle bovey,mn crazyfarm@northlc.com bring one of the first members of 3/5 cav I wish to wish all of u a merry christmas : dave97643 December 23, 2017 0 0 184.63.111.6 Jim Murray Ormond Beach, FL murrman51@gmail.com Any Troopers have pictures of Dong Ha Combat Base circa 6-70 to 7-71, especially C Troop , I'd sure appreciate if you could E-mail me copies. Thanks and Merry Christmas. Hawkeye 1 plt C 3/5 December 18, 2017 0 0 184.91.34.92 Michael Marx St Washington Mj151M@AOL.COM To mike cook if you were with c troop 1971call me 12532281145 Michael marx the track you had posted was mine my hand to November 26, 2017 0 0 172.56.42.233 Dean J. Moretti Lackawanna New York djmo19@msn.com May the up coming Holidays be the Best Ever for you and yours !! 3/5Cav .Black Knights are forever in my Heart !! My Falcon Brothers send your sit-reps 37Delta (SOMEDAY) Long Days Pleasant Nights November 25, 2017 0 0 98.5.200.39 Dave Grant Iowa brtooper@q.com Have a safe thanksgiving BROTHERS!!! B troopers the reunion in Iowa 2018 will be Sept. 19-21 November 22, 2017 0 0 75.162.30.229 Cathy Howell Ft Hood Texas Cathy3593@yahoo.com My Father Ben W Howell served in Vietnam in 1968. He lost his life on May 28th of 1968 from small arms fire. I have looked for pictures of him and things but I can't find any if anyone has any please share them with me. November 12, 2017 0 0 24.241.255.132 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com To all those who are not here to have a happy Veterans Day, and the list is long, from all of us who are, we honor their memories. Salute! November 11, 2017 0 0 50.36.171.64 juan r cantu weslaco.tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com all falcons have a safe veterans day November 11, 2017 0 0 24.162.171.211 Mike Cook Florida Brothers
Have a great Veterans Day :!beer: November 11, 2017 0 0 70.127.188.228 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com Have a good veteran day BROTHERS November 11, 2017 0 0 75.162.17.68 Robert Turndahl New York BTURNDAHL@yahoo.com B troop 2/68 to 10/68.
FDC on track 30
4.2 motors.
George Brokaw was on my track.
Need to know how I can share some pictures 6ft November 11, 2017 0 0 68.198.12.7 Virginia Klein Armstrong Ruidoso Downs New Mexico varmstrong@windstream.net I am the sister to Jerome Don Klein he was in Troop A 3/5 Cav 5th INF DIV. He was killed in South Vietnam on March 24, 1971. Everything I see is that he was Killed while missing in Action. I need for anyone out there that knew him, or was in his Troop. Please contact me. It has been 46 years and there has been so many unanswered questions. There has been some unusual circumstances that I and my family have never gotten any Closure. November 7, 2017 0 0 173.184.185.10 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com I'm sorry to tell you that Robert "Rusty" Hammond passed away Oct 31 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was in HHT around 1968. He was bold, brash and could drive you crazy, but I could never have a better friend. Boots and Saddles November 6, 2017 0 0 50.36.171.64 howard benach Florida, NOW Haines City area bendusty@msn.com Hey B troopers cav 66/67 time frame troop movement from south to north Dong HA area trooper name John Doland was assigned to one of the Tanks in B troop. lives now in central Florida ran into him in Clemont area. Said he wish he could talk to some of his old crew members. Any troopers who remember him Ill try and relocate him for you just give me a hoot.
Second time someone came up to me and start talking Cav in Vietnam surprised the hell out of me..
If you aint CAV YOU AINT .... October 26, 2017 0 0 97.106.120.154 Kenneth H Adams Texas treakenny@comcast.net I was reclassified in 1976 from an aviation MOS into the Infantry at Ft. Lewis, WA. I served in the 3/5th Cav with A Co. CPT Peter Chirelli who later became Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army was my Commander. October 14, 2017 0 0 74.204.150.61 Mike Cook Florida mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Brothers
Here I am once again with sad news I have just learned that Vern Delaware has passed on to fiddlers Green Vern was a very active in the Squadron and with D Troop making every reunion he possibly could. Vern has been the D Troop Rep for a number of years and just this last reunion came and told me it was time for him to step down. Vern "My Brother you will be Missed" may the lord take you and hold you and may you rest in peace. Until we meet again at Fiddlers Green Boots and Saddles My Friend Boots and Saddles. :!beer: :!beer: a toast to you . September 28, 2017 0 0 70.127.188.228 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com For those guys who may want to watch:
Tonight, Sun. 9/17/2017 at 8:00, on PBS starts the Ken Burns Documentary on the Viet Nam war. The whole thing is 18 hours, I think. September 17, 2017 0 0 50.36.82.95 John Rodger Horsey Los Angeles/ South Carolina jrodger00@yahoo.com I was in A troop Sept 68-Sept 69. Camp Evans, Wunder Beach, A Shau 937, Dong Ha, Quang Tri etc. Got into hand to hand w/an NVA officer on the Street w/o Joy. Kirk Rodgers was there and Bob Raczkowski. Great bunch of guys. I will always miss Lt Tom Emerson. He had my CAR 15 when he was killed. Ran into a 3/5 member in Richmond a couple of month ago. We didn't have a lot to say to each other but we felt a good vibe. All the very best... SGT Rodger Horsey 26 Tango September 13, 2017 0 0 24.88.71.200 Alex Fyfe Athens IL afyfe_62613@yahoo.com To all my Brothers in the state of FL. My thoughts and prayers are for you and your families Please be safe. September 8, 2017 0 0 206.109.178.56 larry spencer grandisland, nebraska larryspencer112@live.com hello, I was member of A troop on the 40 track, between june 69 to june 1970. capt. Meigs was CO for most of my time. I think he retired a 3 star general. I like the guy. I sure woud like to remember more. I remember Randy Strickland. I also remember Larry Mosely. He was dusted off because of an rpg, He lost part of his hand. I feel pretty good about writing this. Its helping me remember more. I remember 26 accidently killing himself while cleaning his 45. I have some memories of hill 937. We escorted an artillery out fit there. I rember going to an area called the backyard. It seems like every time we went in there someone would hit a mine. One time the track in front of me hit a mine. It tipped the track on its side. No one was hurt bad though. Another time I remmember a driver losing his leg when the mine blew thru the floor. I hope to hear from others who were there about the same time. September 8, 2017 0 0 96.36.195.15 Terry Cornell Indiana trlrcornell@gmail.com I was a Huey pilot in D Trp. when the 3-5 was at Ft. Lewis, WA in the 1980's. We flew search and rescue missions around Mt. St. Helens after it blew in 1980. September 8, 2017 0 0 98.193.154.214 art reynolds oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net John Larson,were you the chaplin who visited with me on the hospital ship Repose after i was wounded with the 3/5?It was the ambush that was fired on. September 1, 2017 0 0 192.182.200.116 John L Larson Huntsville larson12@suddenlink.net I was assigned to HHC and was squadron chaplain from June 1968 to June 1969. LTC Carpenter was our squadron commander when I returned stateside. At that time we were entering the Asha Valley. Sure would like to hear from some of you. It was a great year. Proud of all who served with us. August 31, 2017 0 0 50.24.250.137 Hugh (HOOT) Smith pigeon michigan I was on 29 track (baby brute jr) Sept 70-71, With Guy Hilden, Ross Fraklen. Good to see you made it. August 28, 2017 0 0 208.99.232.211 John Chandler Livermore, California johndc99@yahoo.com Hello everyone, served in B Troop, 2nd Plt. form January 1971 till November 1971. August 28, 2017 0 0 99.73.161.68 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilk@charter.netJustin White Justin White, If the Jon White you are talking about was in A Troop 3rd platoon in 67'-68' I remember him well for I was a Tanker at that time. I've posted names of my fellow troopers that I remembered & he was one of them. I've pictures of him and me, I believe it was in camp eagle or Asha Valley. He was a great guy and I hope all is well with him and family. He might not remember me but I'd sure like to talk with him. If he feels like it or you may call me at 530-223-5852, Terry. August 21, 2017 0 0 75.140.96.112 Connie Munn San Antonio cmunn@swbell.net I saw a note today on a new book about Ace Cozzalio - I heard that name and so many others from my husband Samuel P Munn who served proudly in 3rd/5th Cav. On the book's website, an old photo of Mike Rasbury and Check Noles brought a smile.

After that I had to visit the 3rd/5th webpage and just say Hi. Samm loved and respected the men he served with. I know he is smiling down on all of us from Fiddler's Green. August 14, 2017 0 0 75.1.208.216 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Does anyone know what happened to Jessie Esclara from San Antonio, Texas? August 9, 2017 0 0 47.219.242.189 Justin White Texas jnwhite_20@yahoo.com My father, PFC Jon N. White served in troop A as a tank driver through 1967-1968. Just curious to find out more info about his unit and reunions and if by long shot anybody on here knew or remembered him. He has lots of pictures and some video of his time in Vietnam. God bless
Justin White August 8, 2017 0 0 209.112.228.6 Joel Church Bozeman, Montana jchurch1160@msn.com That was the best reunion dinner site, ever. Amazing job by all who had anything to do with the Fort Benning reunion. Our A troop fund raiser, the leather pint cover jackets, made a total of $320. All profits were deposited into our A troop fund. Thank you, everyone who bought one. August 6, 2017 0 0 71.15.213.97 Gary Sprague Capitola ca. spraguepco@hotmail.com Still waiting on results from Radiation and chemo I think I'll be around for awhile yet will try to plan for 2019 reunion if not too far but may miss it too will keep bayonets crossed anyway. Hope the pictures I sent to web master get posted soon maybe someone will contact me about them. :!cool: August 6, 2017 0 0 108.194.43.16 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net I could not make the reunion. I had a conflicting court schedule the whole week. What date and location was decided on for the 2019 reunion?
John Osgood
B Troop jun 68 to Feb 69 August 3, 2017 0 0 172.12.14.184 Alex Fyfe Athens, IL afyfe_62613@yahoo.com We arrived home safe & sound from the Reunion.
The Fyfe's and Halberstadt's
What a Great time. July 31, 2017 0 0 206.109.178.56 Margaret Turner margaret.turner11@gmail.com I am the daughter of Sgt O'Neal and Helga Turner. July 31, 2017 0 0 108.193.155.97 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net john baker were you on the ship the upshur ??which company ?? July 25, 2017 0 0 76.254.97.70 james baker dearborn heights mi. jim0621@aol.com in vietnan 1967 23 day boat trip July 24, 2017 0 0 69.136.133.48 Richard Block kentucky winfield@twc.com Alan Bokor You and I was in A Trp ant the same time July 24, 2017 0 0 74.129.91.131 Mike Cook Florida mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Everyone lease have a safe trip to the reunion we will see you there
Boots and Saddles :D :!beer: :!itwasntme: July 23, 2017 0 0 70.127.188.228 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Best wishes to all attending the reunion. Spent time at Fort Benning Radio School from Sept.- Nov. 1967. Are those old brick Quads still there? I recall eating fresh pecans from the trees in front, waiting for formation. Met some good people there, and everywhere else I was stationed. BLESS THE * * * CAV.
NINER-BRAVO, B-Troop commo. guy Feb.- Nov. 1968 July 22, 2017 0 0 50.36.163.100 Gary Sprague Capitola,ca.95010 gsprague01@gmail.com Hey Greg glad to hear you are still kicking guess what when I got to San Francisco about ten minutes got a 3 day pass to go home 75 miles south walked out to the hallway and literally bumped into SGT Gibbons he said was surprised to see me I said likewise just exchanged a few words and have never seen or heard from again. Jerry Deverick was lt. Keller's driver 1-6 he and kept in touch for many years but have not heard from him for twenty years. call me 831 419-5722 July 21, 2017 0 0 108.194.43.16 greg curtis maine gary ,I was 13 track com.then was with francis when he left us forgive me not good with computer July 19, 2017 0 0 76.179.178.204 Gary Capitola Ca spraguepco@hotmail.com Was browsing through photos and found two guys I knew in first platoon c troop 3/5 CAV. and have a picture of them together with Francis Keller who was killed just after the picture was taken maybe hours. Could not find on wall of honor or William Sheeler and two others at the same fire fight. Want to upload but not sure how to do that. Can someone help me do this? July 10, 2017 0 0 108.194.43.16 Gary Capitola,ca.95010 spraguepco@hotmail.com Hey was here awhile back am just trying to see who is still with us The only name I have is Jerry Deverick he and I were in C troop 3/5 th CAV I was last TC 1-9 Tank Commander of a Sheridan Tank based out of Dong Ha Firebase near Quang TRI Provence. If you think you know me give me something. Have lost touch with Jerry he lived in collenga ,CA July 9, 2017 0 0 108.194.43.16 Ron Williams West by god Virginia ronw13@frontier.com HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our beloved country. My 4th great grandfather was commissioned a captain by Patrick Henry in the Revolutionary War. Was wounded in a saber battle with Gen. Tarlington and appointed to guard Gen. Cornwallis after his surrender by Gen. George Washington. PROUD AMERICAN!!
See ya'll soon. July 4, 2017 0 0 184.14.114.200 steve salins earlville, il sjsalins@yahoo.com 50 years ago today I celebrated my 26th birthday on guard duty at the Bien Hoa px before joining the
3/5 cav. July 3, 2017 0 0 12.192.13.110 James Carter Louisville, KY jecarter24@bellsouth.net In memory of my uncle. Capt. Paul D. Carter who has been missed for a long time and is still miss. He show me what it took to be a man. And what a man should be. I am proud of him so much. He died for what he believed in. Go Black Knights. July 2, 2017 0 0 23.117.220.15 Raoul Henri Alcala Boston, MA RHAlcala@aol.com Great work on images for our web site! Many thanks to Richard Wandoff and all who contributed. See you all next month!
"Roy" Alcala, Troop A Commander, 1966-1967 June 29, 2017 0 0 74.104.144.107 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net The Memorial at Ft Benning is beautiful, congratulations to all who worked so hard to get this done.
Dewey Fambry 1SG A Troop 67-68 June 23, 2017 0 0 99.136.80.86 Herb Ragle Colorado Springs, CO hcragle@comcast.net Arrived in VietNam 14 Feb 1969 and assigned to an Engineer unit near Saigon in a town called Ben Luc even though I was an 11B. When C Troop 3/5 Cav lost a few members in May 1969 I was transferred to C Troop way up north on Firebase Bastogne. We ran security for convoys going to Firebase Blaze and the Ashau valley. Every now and again we'd be called out to help someone who got ambushed or whatever. Usually in the middle of the night. June 21, 2017 0 0 132.3.57.79 Gary Sprague Capitola,ca. Spraguepco@hotmail.com Was last un vn 1970 dong ha Fbase at quang tri provense was a tank commander of a Sheridan 153 mm light tank.was wounded april 8th 1970 csme back after wounds healed in Camron bay two months later. After i got home ran into first sgt Gibbons he made it he has three wars under his belt wwll Korea and viet nam. Me and jerry deverick got drunk a fee times in collenga where he lived at the time.
Have had a great like son 42, and three daughters 30,26,21. Son 12 trs army, 26,daughter 4 yrs Navy on wife #3 looks good retired from water well drilling pump and get this warer tanks. June 12, 2017 0 0 108.194.43.16 SGT. EUGENE BLAKELY ONEONTA, AL.35121 rilcsx@aol.com PHONE 205 353 6028 June 10, 2017 0 0 72.242.34.206 art reynolds oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net B troop 68&69,I remember Lonny Washington,Gary Parks,Bill Rolings,Phil Jennings,Gary Garnder,Donnie Harker,Ken Cornel,Moses Heartman,i can see faces and remember names even after49 years. If i write more i could fill a page.Memories from an old guy. June 8, 2017 0 0 172.76.237.195 hugh I was in the 3/5 cav B-Troop 2nd plt, from sept 70 to
sept 71. Guys i remember are Guy Hilden, Ross Fracklen, Jim Zeugar, Jessie Escalara, Steve , Dave Whitehead, Scott Shillingsted, William Wworwick, Deracky, Richard Battle, Richard Busby, John Chandler. Hope you are all doing well. June 2, 2017 0 0 208.99.232.90 Charles king slomover59@yahoo.com Was at evens(Camp)joined35at Phu_bi(sp)was with with them until they stood down was on freedom bird with everyone 6. 8 June 1, 2017 0 0 174.194.32.29 Randy Heber Midland Mi dkheber@gmail.com May 28, 1970 marks 47 years since a place we labeled Cheetah Hill. 1st Platoon C-troop 3/5 you remember. Wish we could hear from you all and see you at the reunion. Looking forward to this years reunion and have a good and safe Memorial day to all troopers. May 29, 2017 0 0 107.213.7.132 Jason Texas swaimjason@hotmail.com My uncle Charles Ted Gilley was in this unit. He was killed Aug. 25, 1971 in the Quang Tri Province, I think it was "friendly" fire. I believe he drove an APC. May 29, 2017 0 0 47.42.72.248 * * * chapman Haverhill, ma Richard.chapman2@comcast.net I was with B troop, 3/5 fav from July/1970 to Sept/1971. I was on track 22(double duice) until is was destroyed on 12/26/1970. I hope all the guys lucky enough to return home had a great life because you deserve it. Your all great. May 22, 2017 0 0 75.67.190.35 Art Tiller Gig Harbor, WA art.tiller@comcast.net Hello all,
I was not in the CAV in Vietnam, but I did however serve with Rex Gooch (ACE book) in the 18th CAC at Can Tho. After I DERUSed I was assigned to B Troop 3/5 9th ID at Ft Lewis flying an OH58A until I got out in 1973.
Best regards to all,
Art Tiller May 13, 2017 0 0 216.46.173.36 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilk@charter.net Monday 5-8-2017 will be 50 yrs since I stepped off that big bird that set me into another world that none of us will ever forget. It really doesn't seem possible that it's been this long, because at times it seems like we were just there. I've been fortunate to be in contact with about 7 members of my platoon, A Trp. 3rd plt., from time in coutry from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68. Been lucky to have two members of my plt. during my time, to be living in the same town as me, how good is that! Anyway just thought I'd put my two cents in hoping all my fellow troopers are living out their lives more peaceful and content. There are still troopers that were in my plt. that I've not been able to find, as we all have, so if any of you remember me, feel free to contact me by email or call 530-223-5852. Bless all troopers of the 3/5 Cavalry. May 7, 2017 0 0 75.140.96.112 Ron R. Brooks Huntsville, AL r2brooks2020@gmail.com I served with the great 3/5 as my first unit in the Army. I was stationed there at the Rock from June 1990 - June 1992. I am very proud of my service there it was a terrific stepping stone to a 26 year career. May 4, 2017 0 0 199.209.255.246 Andy L McJohnston (Midget) Melissa, TX amcj@aol.com D Trp 3/5 Cav, Vinh Long 69-70 May 2, 2017 0 0 159.118.37.200 LeRoyV.Buchanan Marego Il. 60152 grampaleroy1991@yahoo.com D-Troop 3/5 Cav. 1968-1969 Vietnam :!cool: May 1, 2017 0 0 99.103.180.111 Mark Hanna Greer SC mhanna49@bellsouth.net I joined A Troop 1st Platoon in February 1970. Served as tank commander. Worked out of Dong Ha Combat Base near Quang Tri. Escorted numerous convoys. Saw places like Hue, Cam Lo, South China Sea, khe Sahn, Ashau Valley, and Back Yard. May 1, 2017 0 0 108.67.36.249 Tom & Pat Halberstadt Petersburg, IL wndyacres@att.net Just getting connected to Tom's unit after almost 40 years. April 21, 2017 0 0 45.22.135.157 ankur gurgaon bhardwaj4409@gmail.com packers and movers in gurgaon April 20, 2017 0 0 103.216.186.84 Michael Marx Spanaway WA MJ151M@aol.com Sgt Richard White I see you still hold my arm in high praise the photo was right after my track hit the mine I guess Skinner was right about me taking the M2 off his tank if you see this this contact me Mike April 11, 2017 0 0 153.2.247.33 Tom Wolske Ames Ia TRWolske2@cs.com Happy Viet Nam War Veterans Day to all. How ironic we lost Jim Ferguson only three days ago. There is probably no one more aware of Veterans than Jim. I was the VTR driver that replaced Jim in 1967. He will be in my prayers. Tom Wolske March 29, 2017 0 0 173.20.99.128 Dave Grant Another sad note. We lost B-Trooper Gary Williams driver of 22 from Sept.68 to Sept. 69..He had a bad heart valve that was couldn't be operated on... March 27, 2017 0 0 97.125.167.17 Mike Cook Florida mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Brothers:
We have lost another Jim Ferguson has Passed on to Fiddlers Green today March 26 2017. Jim had been a very active member of the Squadron and C Troop. He was also one of the boat people and was on the VTR for C Troop. Jim's son Tom was always by his side and I know a lot of you will remember him, When Jim came to a Reunion he brought with him nor only his son but sister and brother in-law. We have lose a great friend and a Brother
Jim as you join our brothers in Fiddlers Green it is my hope you have a great time with them and we all shall meet in Fiddlers Green
Boots & Saddles
Our Brother
Boots and Saddles :!beer: :!beer: March 26, 2017 0 0 70.127.188.228 Jim Reinecke Longview, WA I joined the 1st Platoon, A Troop at the end of January 1968. Served with that platoon as Infantry Section Leader, and Scout at Hue, Camp Evans, Camp Eagle, Wunder Beach and numerous firebases escorting convoys. Returned stateside in January of 1969. March 25, 2017 0 Brother You left no way to contact you and we would like to reach out to You 71.59.191.196 Gary "Doc" Hall Belding Michigan gwintonhall@gmail.com 46 Years ago Today I got on the freedom bird back to the real world. March 23, 2017 0 0 107.132.165.207 Fernand R Rivard Sr. Lewiston, Maine Frivard@roadrunner.com Hi I was in the 3rd sqdn 9th Inf Div in 1968 station in Dom Tam Vn 9th Inf Div I forget to say 5th Cav. I later was sent up north to fire base Camp Evans, with a group from 3rd sqdn 5th cav 9th inf div hq company March 21, 2017 1 0 172.101.16.184 Edward Pablo Washington State ebpsr1@aol.com Served with the 3/5 Cav C Troop. March 15, 2017 0 0 70.199.140.68 Robert Reynolds Avon, IN robert0764@sbcglobal.net Served with 3/5 at Wunder Beach from late June through August 1968 as a medic. Looking for anyone who may recall serving at the same time. March 13, 2017 0 0 45.29.224.244 David Williams Living in florida williams.tyrone1969@gmail.com Looking for those guys that was at the rock between 1988- 1990. March 7, 2017 0 0 70.127.57.119 Carl Shadle shadles@sbcglobal.net Crewed on "27" A Troop, Jan-Dec 1970. March 3, 2017 0 0 172.249.120.103 Robert Bauer { Rusty] Munfordville Ky rustyrkb60@yahoo.com Just want to let everyone who knew FRANK KELSON from A troop That his burial date is March 6th at 1.00 PM in Arlington National Cemetery. Franks wife KIM will be accompanying his remains from Korea. RIP. Brother FRANK. February 25, 2017 0 0 64.130.149.235 jerry kirkendall kalamazoo michigan jk99@charter.net C troop 1970 February 20, 2017 0 0 24.176.51.13 Jim Pupplo Florida jpjimbo2@yahoo.com Looking to chat with those from the " good ole days "---11/67~~11/68. A Troop, 3/5 Cav ( 3rd heard ). :!devil: February 17, 2017 0 0 97.106.240.177 Kay Kirkland Enterprise, AL kkirkl@centurylink.net Hi,
I am looking for anyone who may have served with SSG Joseph Thomas Roberson. Joe was killed near Quang Tri on April 27, 1970, and was serving with A Troop, 3-5 Cavalry at the time. February 6, 2017 0 0 75.121.121.163 H DUSTY BENACH PRESENTLY Haines City FL bendusty@msn.com just placed reservations for the reunion in July 2017. i missed the last one and do i still regret it. i'm not going to miss this one. i missed the guys and the dinner where everyone knows your name. looking forward to see everyone again. i challenge the rest of the flame platoon members to make their reservations as soon as possible. February 3, 2017 0 0 97.106.120.154 Jim Ferguson West by God Virginia jimferguson@citlink.net been several months since i posted anything.keep looking for boat people i might know but no luck. :!beer: January 30, 2017 0 0 50.110.120.242 LeRoy Jablonski Chicago Ill leroyjebl@msn.com Brothers that are members of a VFW post and receive a VFW magazine take the time to go to page 26 and read about our A/TRP rep Robert Crawford... Way to go Crawford...Proud to be your BIA. January 22, 2017 0 0 97.125.128.125 Mike Buxton HHT Support Platoon hht91@midmaine.com Just registered with DoubleTree ,do I need a prereg packet ? January 22, 2017 0 0 72.65.123.136 Mike Cook Ron that IP address has been blocked thanks for the vigilance January 18, 2017 0 0 70.127.188.228 Ron Estey Gonzales, La. ronestey@eatel.net The previous post by Jean Gill, Jan.18 looks suspiciously like a phishing scam and should be deleted immediately. January 18, 2017 0 0 66.11.4.30 Larry (Leo) Owens Atlanta GA. leoowens@bellsouth.net I was assigned to the 3/5 CAV in Aug. 1971 January 17, 2017 0 0 65.13.18.33 Harry Goza Kansas harryccg@yahoo.com Trying to find the first unit I was assigned to in Vietnam Aug-1971 Quang Tri. DD-214 states; A 3 Ambl 5th Cav USARAPAC January 15, 2017 0 0 67.61.144.139 Earl Reynolds Dallas, Texas lawanaupl@comcast.net 3/5 9th headquarters troop, Recon. Served near DMZ. Lost contact with buddies I served with. January 15, 2017 0 0 73.255.29.213 ron gould port hope mi rag.2020@hotmail.com say brothers hope every one is doing good I will be sendlng pics soon I hope.with help from Rlchard or mlke January 14, 2017 0 0 64.90.223.90 william F Smith (Smitty) Durham, NC fleetwood4@nc.rr.com I wanted to reply to Gary"Doc"Hall-CTroop medic 70-71 who just signed in Jan 2017, AND, encourage him to attend 3/5 Cav reunion in July but says I need Admin. pswd......what is that and how do I get it.
I was 91-C in HHT Aid Station and HHT track 70-71 and Gary was one of our Medics.
Thanks,
Smitty January 13, 2017 0 0 174.109.118.250 CARL W PENNINGTON Al. CWP3941@YAHOO.COM I was assigned to A troop 3/5 cav 1968 to69 January 6, 2017 0 0 104.182.93.225 Ron Gould mich rag.2020@hotmail.com say brothers was in c troop 69/70 I have some pics with no names how can show them ? December 30, 2016 0 0 66.84.100.238 Gary "DOC" Hall Belding Michigan Gwintonhall dongha1970@gmail.com Looking for C- Troop medic 70-71 December 30, 2016 0 0 107.132.165.207 hugh HOOT smith pigeon michigan hootsmith53@yahoo.com just want to wish all my 3/5 cav brothers a merry christmas and happy new year December 25, 2016 0 0 208.99.231.198 Gary "doc" Hall Belding Michigan Merry Christmas to all C - Troop 2nd platoon 70-71 December 25, 2016 0 GARY
WELCOME HOME I'M MIKE COOK PRESIDENT OF THE 3/5 CAV
WE ARE HAVING A REUNION IN JULY 2017 WE WOULD LIKE SEE YOU ATTEND IF YOU CAN. WHEN YOU LEFT YOUR MESSAGE ON THE GUEST BOOK SOME OF THE BROTHERS WOULD LIKE TO CONTACT YOU BUT YOU DID NOT LEAVE AN E-MAIL ADDRESS YOU CAN MAKE ANOTHER POSTING OR FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME AT MCOOK159@TAMPABAY.RR.COM WE ARE LOOKING FOWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU.

BIA MIKE COOKIE COOK C TROOP 68-69 :!mobile: 99.51.190.66 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Merry Christmas to all B Troopers. December 25, 2016 0 0 74.196.113.146 Bill Fidler Granbury, Texas Bfidler@charter.net C- Trooper 2nd platoon Comancheros. Would like to hear from all brothers 1968 - 1969. Haven't seen many of you on here lately December 24, 2016 0 0 97.93.222.137 DAVE GRANT IOWA TO ALL OF MY BLACK KNIGHT BROTHERS HAVE A SAFE MERRY CHRISTMAS, AND LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN JULY December 23, 2016 0 0 75.162.63.169 Hans Turner Los Angeles hturner1@aol.com Re: Frank Kelson. I knew Frank in Vietnam. After I discovered the internet in the 1990's, Frank and I became e-mail "pen pals." He was a good man and I am deeply sorry to hear of his passing. December 17, 2016 0 0 172.89.73.221 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Frank was my commmo Sgt. when I got to A Troop in Dec. 67. on the Dapper 40 track. See some of my pics. I remember once he disappeared from Blackhorse for three days. We covered for him and were getting worried when he appeared in his hammock one AM, hung over, swollen and black & blue after partying with the Aussies for too long. Another good man gone. B & S December 17, 2016 0 0 50.36.167.129 Robert Bauer { Rusty] Munfordville Ky rustyrkb60@yahoo.com Just to let you A troopers know Frank Kelson Has passed on to Fiddlers Green. December 17, 2016 0 0 64.130.149.235 jim zoeller Gordpm, Texas jimzoeller@cs.com So Rachela, Tom and David,, you shamed me into registering for the reunion nex summer,, see you all there December 15, 2016 0 0 74.113.245.73 Timothy Yocum Pennsylvannia timothyyocum48@gmail.com anyone interested in contacting me, looking for Ron Dohanish another GI looking for him he needs help with a claim December 12, 2016 0 0 24.229.119.55 Timothy Yocum Pennsylvannia timothyyocum48@gmail.com looking for Ron donhanish December 11, 2016 0 0 24.229.119.55 JIM MC DONALD ARKANSAS BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM WANT TO WISH ALL B TROOPER A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS AN A HAPPY NEW YEAR....

HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU AT THE 2017 REUNION IN GA.

AN WISHING ALL MY FELLOW SOLDIERS DEPLOYED A MERRY CHRISTMAS AN A SAFE HAPPY NEW YEAR...777 AVN BRG. December 10, 2016 0 0 72.161.164.231 earl [doc] mcdonald green river ,wyo medic_mac5@yahoo.com was on 13 track , most of time. from oct 67 to march 68 . then 43 med evac track til july 14, 68 ... I am now retired and post commander 2321 , and district commander Wyoming dist 4 . . heavy into post military... thanks to gil white for the pic of 43 track December 5, 2016 0 0 65.131.63.251 Ron Gould Mich rag.2020@hotmail.com say brothers c troop 1969/70 any one lets talk 1st plt. December 3, 2016 0 0 66.84.100.238 MSG STEVE LANGFORD ATLANTA, GA sclwin70@gmail.com supported B troop while with the 9th November 30, 2016 0 0 162.104.111.235 Bruce Christensen Menominee MI bcc@new.rr.com Arrived Vietnam with 2/47 mechanized scouts in Jan 67. Transferred to 3/5 Cav on or around June 67. Memory is poor. Please contact me if you remember me. Thanks and welcome home. November 20, 2016 0 0 174.102.207.51 DAVE GRANT IOWA TROOPERS IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO GO TO THE REUNION PLEASE PREREGISTER EARLY, THAT WAY WE CAN HAVE A BETTER IDEA ON HOW MANY TO PLAN FOR!! IF YOU HAVE DONE SO (THANK YOU).. November 14, 2016 0 0 97.125.210.55 Forest Myers Spicewood, TX forest@hillcountryweb.com 3/5 Cav Brothers In Arms; Thanks for your service. November 11, 2016 0 0 24.173.233.2 John Osgood lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net Just dropped by to wish everyone well and good health. Don't like seeing these Fiddler's Green posts. I am turning 74 in about 60 days or so but fortunately still holding up well. Missed the last reunion but will shoot for the next one.
John Osgood, B-Troop June 1968 to February 1969. November 11, 2016 0 0 172.12.14.184 Tracy Chicago solvedtm@att.net To all troopers: Happy Veterans Day! November 11, 2016 0 0 99.127.93.248 h dusty benach now haines city fla bendusty@msn.com the flame platoon is still looking for people from the past if any comes in contact with them please contact one of the following people: Bill Ganz, Bruce Goss, Greg Harrison, Richard Harper, Floyd (doc) Porteous or Dusty Benach. We got together in Durango this past September it was one of the best times I had in years i thank you all for making the trip. As for Steven Michael Courtney who had a stroke over a year ago, was unable to make the trip we did miss him His condition is improving daily and we are hoping he will be in Georgia for 2017. I am hoping to see everyone in Georgia for the next reunion. November 6, 2016 0 0 97.106.120.154 Hartmut Lau currently living in TX hartmutlau@mygrande.net RVN 1958-1969. Served with HHT for a month or so then with B Troop.

Mo Warden, Larry Maykel, "George" Washington, Bob Griffith, Nick Kraciw and, the late Ed Duty were all great contemporaries there. November 6, 2016 0 0 66.90.156.189 SGT Philip F Patti Boston, Ma. philippatti@hotmail.com C Troop 3/5 U.S. Air Cavalry, First In, Last Out. I served With Pride And Honor. November 6, 2016 0 0 146.115.42.116 carl mathis Westport, CT carl.mathis@me.com I was a student of Major Roger Gwyen at Bradley University in Peoria IL ROTC. As a student in time and service...he made my call sign..."CavMan" While branched Armored but never ever to do AIR CAV because of my eyes, To this day. I carry the call sign DEARLY.
. October 18, 2016 0 0 50.74.136.188 Cookie Florida mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Once again I arrive at this guestbook with the news of another Brother passing on to Fiddlers Green. This Brother James Pete Stafford holds a special place in my heart I still remember him walking up to what was to be the new C-17 saying be damn sure this thing is ready for the field and handing me the Command Radios and telling me this is his Tank and you are responsible for it. After he left country in 68 I would not see him again until 1999
in the Hospitality Room with a Miller Light in his hand. Pete was My Mentor, My Friend, My Big Brother, and My Brother in Arms. I will miss him greatly, My he Rest in Peace: Boots and Saddles until we meet at Fiddlers Green.
Cookie 17 :!beer: :!beer: October 15, 2016 0 0 97.97.239.160 JIM MCDONALD ARKANSAS BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM THE start date for the hotel room reservations is wrong..
it says September 30 2017 it should be 2016...the reunion is in july 2017 so the hotel date would be after the reunion..

couldn't remembers mikes email address so I will just post here.. October 13, 2016 0 0 72.161.165.180 Robert eaton Front range Kaelobo@yahoo.com God on tube cross my path 1970 cam lo.
I was marine on top m48.
Anybody there.Dec 24 1970 October 1, 2016 0 0 71.33.181.74 tom mowry greensboro nc tomemowry@live.com I arrived in country end of November 67 assigned to headquarters company 3/5 medic track which was attached to C troop. First action was beginning of December after we had moved from a position southeast of saigon 100 miles north on Highway 1 and moved a few clicks into the jungle. That night we were hit with mortars, RPG's and AK 47 fire. One track in particular was hit with an RPG and I was making the rounds inside the perimeter and heard no firing and saw no movement and went in thru the back only to find the floor covered in blood and saw a figure slumped on the floor called and went to him only to find he was blown in half. Another body was located in front of the first one. I did not know their names but I felt so sad and helpless. Tom Mowry September 21, 2016 0 0 173.94.175.178 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net I was sent a name for the fiddlers green list and I can not verify that he has passed, if any one knows let me know, his name is SPLETSTOSER, TONY September 20, 2016 0 0 99.136.80.86 Danny Bigbey Yakima wash Dbigbey@hotmail.com 69,70 ,dong ha,TC 34 Did all of that really happen,gunners were "Tex"cantu,Mike Allen,driver,Richard Rogler and Doc our medic,let me know what happened.32781 September 20, 2016 1 0 24.113.53.185 IMO OWERRI Nigeria.imo@yahoo.com I love this site nwanne i dey here September 17, 2016 0 0 197.148.108.251 DAVE GRANT IOWA B-TROOP BROTHER ANDY HARRIS WENT TO FIDDLER GREENE AT 10:30 P.M. 9/12/2016.. BOOTS AND SADDLE September 13, 2016 0 0 97.125.204.100 GLEN DAVIS RENO NEVADA glendavis499@yahoo.com TO LET EVERYONE KNOW THAT DAVE HUME DIED ON SATURDAY HE WAS WITH B TRP 69 -7O HE WAS ON TRACK 25 HIS DAUGHTER CALL TO LET US KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED. September 8, 2016 0 0 208.54.5.226 Sara Dahle Minnesota saradahle2004@gmail.com Hello. My dad served in C Troop, 3/5 Cav November - Dec. 31, 1967. He was badly burnt when C Troop was ambushed that night. He's beginning to talk a bit more about his service with me. We were at the travelling wall just this past weekend when it was in a nearby town. He remembers a few who were with him that night. We found 3 on the wall and a few more on this site. He's still looking for his SGT, but doesn't remember how the man's name was spelled or if he survived or not. Thank you for all of the information that you have available! For those who served that are reading this, thank you for your service! God bless! September 8, 2016 0 0 76.164.138.195 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Commo guy. Hey B Troopers going to re-union. Could someone post a list of attendees and possibly their time in country for the benefit of those of us who are not able to be there. I know I would be very interested and grateful. Hey I found myself in another guys 'Nam pics
That was weird. Wish I looked like that again.

:D September 4, 2016 0 0 50.36.252.103 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Looking forward to seeing everyone next week. September 3, 2016 0 0 74.196.113.146 JIM MC DONALD ARKANSAS BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM HEY B TROOPERS ...don't forget our reunion get together at eminence .mo. sept 7-11.. with stoney an the group..
hope to see all you guys next weekend... :!cool: September 3, 2016 0 0 208.163.182.70 James Szekely Clifton, NJ jimcarguy@excite.com todd thiede ~ I left country early March, 1971 after we got hit and LT. Kincer was KIA. I believe Sgt. Bradly a Staff Sgt., was my T/C on #39 Sheridan. We knicknamed him daddy Wilco cause he was much older than the rest of us, he arrived from Germany and told us he didn't know what he did wrong to deserve this. BTW I was driver 39 and hit a tank mine by MyLoc. The KIA medic you mention Gary Geiger, treated my injuries from a head injury in that firefight before I left. Since NAM I've kissed the ground I walk on everyday and bless and honor all who served. August 30, 2016 0 0 67.83.61.149 todd thiede oconomowoc wisconsin hi james i have to learn to proof read to i got to 3rd plt in early march of 71 . spent first 6months in 1st air cav first sargent bradley was there to greet me in the field he myself and 2 others hopped on back of pappas tank to support against an ambush we got rpgd this happened within 10 min of my arrival to 3rd plt we lost the medic and a sargent that day. have to learn how to use this better to send email. nice to hear from you. there were only 12 of us left when i left country. August 29, 2016 0 0 174.198.15.55 James Szekely Clifton, NJ jimcarguy@excite.com todd thiede~ I served with 3/5 Cav., A Troop 3rd Plt., April, 1970 til March, 1971. Only spoke with 2 fellow troopers I've located. Email me when you get a chance. August 28, 2016 0 0 67.83.61.149 Hugh (HOOT) Smith Pigeon Michigan hootsmith53@yahoo.com James glad to hear from you. I was on 29 track with Guy Hilden, Ross Fracklem,Samual Brown. Rember Scott Shillingsted,Jessie,Dave Whitehead, Steve, andDoc Shepard. I was there from Aug 70 Aug 71. August 20, 2016 0 0 208.99.231.60 Ron "Swamprat" Estey Gonzales,La. ronestey@eatel.net House and vehicles flooded. First thing I did was rent a car. Remember, a cavalry man without a vehicle is nothing more than a grunt. All family ok. We were evacuated by airboat. August 19, 2016 0 0 70.163.54.61 Ron White (2d Plt Ldr, Jan- Mar 68) Athens, AL tnnvols67@yahoo.com Need someone in 2d PlT in Mar 1968 to call me ASAP. We were at FSB Bastogne 26 Mar (I was wounded and sent to Japan) 1LT White August 19, 2016 0 0 68.184.75.94 todd thiede oconomowoc wisconsin served with atrp 3rd plt mar 7o thru aug 71 was on all 3 .shanks at one time or another 1 rpgd 1land mined most time. spent on gentle bens tank . just learning how to use tablet. hello boys im back . August 18, 2016 0 0 174.198.7.114 Mike Lavender San Pablo , California mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com Made a post on the 8th , trying to get a hold of Tom Rothwell . Sad to say he passed away . RIP Brother . August 17, 2016 0 0 71.202.141.142 Rick Grossklaus brandnew Joliet Illinois rgrossklaus@hotmail.com Was in B Trp 3rd platoon Saw the [Dancing bear] and [the beaner ] posted
hope to hear from them and anybody else that was with us in the Nam. August 13, 2016 0 0 107.136.168.52 Mike Lavender california mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com Trying to get a hold of Tom Rothwell in Terrytown Florida. Sent an email to Mike Cook and Richardv Wandoff nither could give me info . Dose any one live close to Terrytown . I believe it is south of Orlando . I have tryed his phones I have tryed email . His phones say not excepting calls and the email came back as a mailer demon . Any help would be greatly appreciated . mikelavenderphll@yahoo.con August 8, 2016 0 Ron Quesada lives in FL. Email blackknight@defuniak.com 73.223.133.198 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Just had a great visit with Bruce Goss from the flame platoon. He lives about 28 miles from me in Henderson, Texas. August 2, 2016 0 0 74.196.113.146 james jefferis barnesvilleohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com wasin 2nd platoon 3/5 cavnov 70 till may 71. remember barney, smoke,chuckles,hoch, billy joe. spookie, mylack, opie, colinsworth, sgt. wolf, sgt white.have cancer and it,s spread to liver. taking 1 day at a time. drove 28 tank. tt soul.enjoy hearing from anyone who remembers. July 31, 2016 0 0 12.235.32.254 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Thanks Rick, I still have your e-mail from Feb. and Gary Pounds from C troop sent me some pix of the tank being pulled out of the river by two or three VTRs. July 25, 2016 0 0 50.107.123.110 Rick Bjorgum Dalton,Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com B Troop Feb 68 to Feb 69 , I remember all of these. July 24, 2016 0 0 66.228.249.203 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Commo guy Red Oak Niner Bravo. Back in Feb. I asked if anyone remembered the tank falling into the Qua Viet river, or the Sgt. who blew himself out of the tank. I thank the guys who shared their memories and pics. I also recall a tank rolling into a crevasse and flipping. Another incident happened as we were heading north out of Wunder Beach (I think) in a long column along the coast. A large chopper roared along our right from the rear, tipped the rotor and snapped off several antennas, banked out to sea as some guys swung 50 cals. but didn't fire. I know it wasn't a dream, 'cause I had to replace the antennas. This would have been 'B' Troop some time before Nov. 68. Anyone else recall any of these times, gimme a shout. Have a great summer guys. Bless the Ba$tard Cav.If anyone knows where I can get a copy of "If You Ain't Cav..." let me know. Col. Mahler was nice enough to let me read his but they are hard to find. "Ringed in Steel" is available at Amazon. July 23, 2016 0 0 192.183.12.102 Tom Myrsiades Iowa atmiowa@yahoo.com Just found this web site, was a VTR crewman from HHT, served with all the Troops from Nov.68 to Nov 69,All of you have been on my mind every day of my life since then, Least we forget. July 22, 2016 0 0 66.75.14.198 Randy Heber Midland Mi dkheber@gmail.com Volunteering today at the traveling wall. It will be at the American Legion hall in Sanford Mi. till Monday. I will be helping people locate names till midnight tonight, what an honor. Won't be able to make Nashville this year, have a fun safe time brothers. 1st Plt. C-trp 70-71, 13 track. July 14, 2016 0 0 68.188.248.102 David Mizell ms dmizell1948@gmail.com Happy 4th of july to all of my bro July 4, 2016 0 0 96.19.99.166 DAVE GRANT IOWA BTROOPER@Q.COM BROTHERS WILL BE THINKING OF ALL MY FELLOW BROTHERS THIS 4 OF JULY,,, (WELCOME HOME) July 2, 2016 0 0 70.58.138.153 EUGENE BLAKELY ONEONTA ALABAMA 35121 rilcsx@aol.com GREAT TO READ NOTES FROM EVERYONE. IM TO A POINT WHERE DRIVING IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE. JUST DOING AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE.MY FIRST WIFE PASSED AWAY 01/24/2014 WITH LIVER PROBLEMS. I HAVE SINCE REMARRIED AND I AM SO HAPPY. June 20, 2016 0 0 72.242.34.150 Ron "Swamprat" Estey Gonzales, La. ronestey@eatel.net Some of the guys from A troop, 1st platoon, 69-71 will be getting together in Las Vegas this October. There are currently 8 of us. We are making it convenient for the west coast guys. If you think you served with us and would like more info, please contact me. ph 225-290-1094, or 225-622-4395. June 13, 2016 0 0 66.11.4.30 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Please notice that Charles Bonnet date of death is wrong on our war dead. You have it listed as March 18 1971 and that is wrong the correct date is March 18 1967. I was there with BIA's when it happened and it was the night befor Bau Bang June 11, 2016 0 0 98.19.152.177 Dewey Fambry The Colony TX wolf380@swbell.net Has anyone heard from David Mizell, last know was in LA. June 10, 2016 0 0 99.136.80.86 Cookie Ok everyone I think it is working again :!thinking: June 10, 2016 0 0 97.97.239.160 ART Reynolds oxford ny 4sassy@frontiernet.net Do anyone rememeber when rememberwhenmyself andat least3 others were wounded Feb 3 1969,by M79 April 23, 2016 0 0 172.79.154.223 Robert "Bob" Morrarty Danbury Conn. fi63@aol.com I was in Btrp 3/5 . Feb. to Mar. 69. we hit a land mine and was medevac'd out with 3 others. the 2 mach. gunners and Tom Turner that had the M79 launcher. anybody remember that? It was my 6th day with the unit. Came back to the rear from the hospital. I think supply Sgt was Everson also from Conn. April 22, 2016 0 0 66.31.199.93 Robert Salazar Burbank California mail_for_robert_s@yahoo.com Hello. Russ Knepp posted a message last year. I think I served with SGT. Knepp in 1971 at Quang Tri. If anyone can forward this message to SGT Knepp, I would be grateful. April 19, 2016 0 0 166.137.8.58 Richard Wandoff C Troop REP. It is with sadness that I have to inform you of the passing of John Bakker. John has been battling cancer over the past several months; but finallylost the battle on Friday, April 15,2016. John was a true modern day cavalryman serving as the 3rd Platoon Sergeant from February of 1969 toJanuary of 1970 and that leadership and the respect that he garnered continued until his passing.John was a fighter and a very positive individual and never gave up on this his final battle. He will truly be missed; but never forgotten.
A memorial service will be held in Temple, TX on May 7th followed by burial at the National Cemetery at Fort Hood on May 8th. John is survived by his wife Mary and condolences may be sent to her at 2309 South 51th Street, Temple, TX 76504.
John's passing brings to the forefront just how fragile our time on earth is and underscores the importance of the timely completion of our squadron
memorial and attending that troop reunion that you have long been putting off April 17, 2016 0 0 97.97.239.160 Mike Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Brothers; Once again I'm here bringing sad news Our Brother and Good Friend CSM John Bakker has passed on to Fiddlers Green. John was at home with his family by his side when he lost his battle with Cancer.John Fiddlers Green has received one of the best men I have ever known You will be missed and never forgotten.John has been very active in C Troop and with the Squadron. Brother may you be in peace, and free of pain.Until we meet again in Fiddlers Green, we bid you farewell and Gods Speed.
Boots and Saddles
My Friend
Boots and Saddles April 16, 2016 0 0 97.97.239.160 Dean Moretti Lackawanna New York djmo19@msn.com Hey Brothers looking forward to the reunion in Nashville. Lets make it the best ever we ain't getting any younger !!! 37 Delta Ctroop 3rd platoon 69-70 Falcons Falcons send your cit-reps !!!! April 6, 2016 0 0 45.46.166.64 Jim (pappy) Pupplo Florida jpjimbo2@yahoo.com A Troop--3rd plt--Nov 67-Nov 68. We went from fire base Apple, up to Hue. What a senic tour. April 6, 2016 0 0 97.106.240.177 DAVE GRANT IA BTROOPER@Q.COM ROBERT WHAT WAS YOUR FRIEND'S NAME?? April 6, 2016 0 0 70.56.8.13 Robert Esposito Brooklyn, NY bobbysax@aol.com Please assist me.
My best friend was attached to A trp 3/5 Cav 9th division. He was wounded in Thua Thien Province early March 1968, and died a few days later in hospital of burns. Anyone who was their , who can help me understand how he received his wounds, would be a great comfort.

Thank You So Much

Bob April 1, 2016 0 0 69.114.183.140 Tim Yocum Allentown Pa timothyyocum48@gmail.com Nice to see some old photos and friends March 31, 2016 0 0 24.229.119.55 Randolph (Beaner) Pantoja Bakersfield, Calif. sndpan1@gmail.com Bravo troop 3rd plt. Jan. 10, 1970 thru Dec. 3, 1970 March 29, 2016 0 0 162.231.156.169 * * * Rogler Flint, MI rrogler@hotmail.com RVN Feb'70-Sept'71. C troop, 3rd Platoon/HQ Platoon. Papa Chuck Gunner & Driver. HQ Commo Track, with Gary Daniels. Small Arms Repairman, 6Armorer. Best wishes! Hope to see some of you in TN. March 23, 2016 0 0 66.77.90.10 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Harold Mitchell,I have pic.'s of you and Buck, but until you posted on the guest book I couldn't remember your name until I saw the state you were from. You mentioned when the RPG hit Sgt. Williams tank, that occasion will always be with me forever as with us all. I was driving the tank behind him with Sgt. Weakly as my TC. The explosion was instant almost knocking me out. Sgt. Williams landed in font of me on the road with one leg missing. Willie Angus my close friend, was the gunner on that tank, an was blown out later not seviving. Don't remember the loaders name, but he perished too. The drivers name was Harold Speers or Sproils, but he was our driver later at camp evans when my TC got blown out of the coupilo landed on my lap and rolled down to Harold. Our 3rd plt. from A trp went to Hue in 2-68 the to Camp Evans and I left FB Birmingham in the Asha Valley in 5-68. I think about you guys always and will never forget you, Terry. March 22, 2016 0 0 75.140.96.112 Edward M Rutherford Baltimore, MD eddr@erols.com I was a Recon Sgt/FO that was assigned to B & C Troop in 1970. Best time of my military career. March 21, 2016 0 0 68.134.88.2 Bob Harris Colorado brharris519@aol.com Corporal Bob Harris, 1 AD 3/5 CAV, 1991-1994, Kirchgoens, Germany "The Rock" March 21, 2016 0 0 38.89.1.48 Bob Brookshire 26-D Ashland, OH eagles_incubator@live.com June1970 to May1971. A Troop,Second Platoon. On track crew of 23, 25 and 26. What is really weird is that I got on Facebook to find folks from 3-5. Bumped into Hocevar. And then I found this site.

Would like to attend 2016 A Trp.Reunion.
But don't know how to go about it. I tried to attend A Trp. a few years back, but an uncaring boss wouldn't allow the time off. March 16, 2016 0 0 24.112.203.210 Wilson Callaway Staunton, Virginia gnikuluz@gmail.com I was a member of A Trp 3/5 Cav from Nov 75 to Dec 76. 3rd Sqdn was at Fort Lewis at this time. We went up to Yakima alot but it was fun. March 13, 2016 0 0 75.172.186.1 Terrence Leading Akron Ohio cappytee@aol.com C troop 1st platoon 67/68. Great sight. March 12, 2016 0 0 99.71.77.108 Bill Fidler Granbury Texas Bfidler@charter.net C Troop 3/5 Cav 2nd platoon 68-69 March 10, 2016 0 0 97.93.222.137 SSG George "Mac" Brown New Tazewell, Tennessee macbrown46@gmail.com I was the 38 tank commander in A Troop from September 1968 through August 1969. For 47 years I have been trying to get in touch with my crew members. I believe they were Driver: Ron Sturdevant, Loader: Workman, and Gunner: Frazier. If anyone knows of them I would appreciate your getting in touch with me.
My address is 625 Barren Creek Rd., New Tazewell, TN 378255
Cell Phone 407-765-7096 March 7, 2016 0 0 199.102.184.130 Bob Esposito Brooklyn, N.Y. 11229 bobbysax@aol.com Looking for anyone from A troop who may have known my best friend Richard N. Procida. Died March 9, 1968 explosive device.

Thanks So Much

Bob March 4, 2016 0 0 74.101.116.190 Liu,Hsinhan 劉鑫漢 California City CA USA fourriver@earthlink.net Confucius 551BC to 479BC
2016-02-27-07-55
One day Confucius saw two boys argue.
Boy_A say: "Early morning, Sun size is bigger than noon.
so, early morning Sun is closer to us."
Boy_B say: "Mid noon, Sun is hotter than early morning.
so, mid noon Sun is closer to us."
Two boys ask Confucius judge who is right.
Confucius said: "I cannot judge who is right."

From our daily experience, if we saw a
man hold a torch walk toward us. When he
is far away, torch is smaller and colder.
When he is near by, torch is bigger and
hotter. Now the sun case,
Early morning Sun is bigger and colder.
Mid noon Sun is smaller and hotter.
This is really contradict to our daily
experience. March 4, 2016 0 0 100.9.95.36 Sgt Gary Cotter C Troop 3/5 Air Cav Ft. Lewis, WA 77-79 waterfront@centurylink.net Preferred duty in Germany over state site duty. Miss the helicopter rides. March 2, 2016 0 0 98.125.251.219 Armando Molina I am from San Diego CA now in 67 I was from Azusa CA. Armandonolina45@gmail.com I was in A troop 3/5 Cav 3rd hard. February 27, 2016 0 0 66.249.84.240 Mike Cook MCOOK159@tampabay.rr.com Hello Brothers:
Once again I come to the Guestbook with a heavy heart and the news of yet another Brother's passing on to Fiddlers Green. Our Brother and fellow C Trooper Jeff Lapp has passed on with an apparent heart attack Feb. 18 2016. Jeff was a loyal member of the Black Knights; he was always at every Reunion ready to help when needed. He will be missed by his loving family and his Brothers in the Black Knight Association. One of the last things Jeff did was send in a donation for a Brick in the name of a Brother that was KIA April 18 1969 As I said he will be missed. Jeff, go in peace enjoy the Brotherhood at Fiddlers Green, and know our Brother Black Knights will remember you! Until we meet again.
Boots and Saddles
My Brother
Boots and Saddles :!beer: :!beer: February 20, 2016 0 0 97.97.239.160 Rick Bjorgum Dalton,Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com I also saw the Sgt get blown out of the turret February 19, 2016 0 0 66.228.249.203 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Commo guy (9er bravo) A troop about Nov.-Dec. 67 & B troop Jan or Feb to Nov. 68
Does anyone remember the tank slipping off the landing craft and into the Cua Viet river, or the tank flipped over on its turret, or the Sgt. (I think) who blew himself out of the turret hatch. I think he was messing with the main power cable and touched it to a round setting off the propellant. I just happened to be looking directly at the tank at that moment. One of the most unreal sights I ever saw before or since. BLESS THE BA$TARD CAV. February 17, 2016 0 0 172.79.51.2 harold mitchell mississippi hmmtlk@att.net i was in atrp 3rd plt from june 67 to june 68 on track 34 with buck Williams, Va., ralph miller was sgt., david Williamson ,Wisconsin,. and James Beach.
Terry Pilkington I remember well the day Sgt. Williams tank was hit with the RPG, had forgotten all the names of the gunner and loader, but do remember Sproils the driver. February 17, 2016 0 0 108.254.226.115 LeRoy Buchanan Marengo Ill.60152 grampaleroy1991@yahoo.com D-Trooper 3/5 cav. A cook :!cool: February 15, 2016 0 0 99.103.180.224 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net Just for information I have at this time 203 on the Fiddlers Green list, remember to report any one you know who has passed so we can keep the list current.
we need the name, Troop and year passed.The original list on the web site is maintained by Mike Cook and I keep a current list at home February 9, 2016 0 0 99.136.80.86 Thomas"Sgt. Tom aka. Dancing Bear" Payne Richmond, Virginia 23150 bigpaintdog@aol.com Was in B Troop 3/5 cav 3rd. platoon from june 69 to june 70 was driver 0f 36 track in Ashaw Valley at FB Charlie Brown,for LT. Chuck Besanceney with Jackie Powers, Fred Riley and Scott Gosslee. Later TC of 33 track and 34 track Would like to hear from Randy Pantoja, Pimental, Doc Dugard, Richard Jones, Fred trehern, Terry Spencer,Nick Bielich, Rick Grosecloss, or anybody in 3rd platoon. February 7, 2016 0 0 71.176.228.24 Bruce w.goss henderson,texas Dusty bill ganz lost all cotact information tx me at 903 240 6689.was in 3/5 flame plt.70/71 dong ha like to hear from any of by brothers that was with 3/5 during that time. January 30, 2016 0 0 198.223.196.230 Joseph Kruth Chicago,IL josephkruth@comcaast.net Good Afternoon. This is my first post. I am looking for the following information: I was on track 35. On 22 June 1969, I was wounded. Lost my hand, later reattached. Also wounded in my leg. Crew, at the time, was Bo, Cole and DoDo. Section Chief was SGT Britt; 1SGT was Gantt. I sent for the Daily Staff Journals from Army archives. There is no mention of my being wounded/evacuated. After all these years, the Army has now disallowed my PH. To appeal this decision with the Army Board for Correction of Military Records, I need to submit additional information. My medical record says wounded by mortar fire in the Line of Duty. What is missing in the medical record is 'by enemy action'. I do not know if it was friendly or enemy fire. I would like to appeal and keep my Purple Heart. Any information, documents, a witness, etc., that can shed light would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You very much. Cavalry Forever. Joe. January 29, 2016 0 0 98.193.28.37 Donald Chmiel Warren Michigan tigerzfan07@gmail.com HEY KIRBY SLANKARD THIS IS DONALD CHMIEL HOW ARE YOU ??I WAS WITH 1ST PLATOON SAME TIME I ALSO WAS A E-5 I WAS ON 12 TRACK REMEMBER SAME THINGS YOU DO !!!! GIVE ME A CALL IF YOU WOULD LIKE???? 586-215-2511 I LIVE IN MICHIGAN HAVE A GREAT LIFE BROTHER CAV FOREVER !!!!!!! :) :) January 29, 2016 0 0 76.195.71.99 Sgt. Kirby L Slankard Waldport, Oregon yaquinaotter81@yahoo.com Camp Evans- 68/69- 1st Platoon- 3rd. of the 5th, 9th. Inf. Division- Ran road protection Hwy 1 and provided security for the Sea Bees to cut the road into the Ashau Valley.... January 23, 2016 0 0 207.55.93.127 Alan Bokor S.E. Michigan alanbokor@aol.com Hello troopers, I've visited this site for years and I guess it's time to say a few words. I came into A troop around Dec. of 68 on the 40-commo track as "Dapper" 9er-bravo. Gibbs was the driver, Hutch, Sgt Kelson, after Gibbs got hurt, I drove for a while too. After a while, I went to B-troop where I was the lone commo. guy for a time, and finished out there in Nov. of '68. I'd like to throw out some random names and memories to see if anyone shares them. They all kind of run together after so many years. I do remember Doris the dog and the pup...Jo-Bob the monkey eating cigarettes, c-4, and the tank Sgt. who called everybody "Bow-deen". Blackhorse Tet, and dust storms, Xuan Loc, Rubber plantations, the Aussies and the Kiwis. Real beer lovers "The party starts about the time the last yank passes out, mate." I have a lot of pretty good pix to send in once I get 'em all scanned. Until next time. Bless the * * * Cav. January 17, 2016 0 0 50.107.117.77 Ernest Saldivar California ernestsaldivar@sbcglobal.net Looking for David Reid who I lost contact with in early Feb 1969 at Dong Tam, his orders send him to the 3/5th CAV. We both served in Basic and AIT at Fort Lewis during late Sept 68 through Feb of 1969. Second I knew Doc Ernesto Garcia who passed in 2014. And William Pink who served with the 3/5th Cav before reassignment to our Battalion and Company, Delta, 5/60th, 9th ID, during 1969. If you can help thank you in advance,
Welcome Home Ernest Saldivar January 16, 2016 1 0 108.243.188.36 Mike Cook Inverness FL MCOOK159@tampabay.rr.com Brothers I want to wish everyone A Very Happy New Year it looks like we will be moving the Monument in this coming year. Make a resolution to donate to the moving fund, and don't forget to order your Brick or one for a brother that gave it all. :!party: :!beer: :!beer: :!party: God Bless and be safe this coming year.

Mike Cook December 31, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 Thack Kansas jailhouse46@gmail.com Served with "C Troop" 1st platoon , 3/5 Cav. 66-67 Crossed the pond on the USS upshur.... Driver C 17 ..Nam name " FUNKY " Leg injury sent back to stateside end of June 67.... Now living in Kansas. Served with Brown,Baker,Smith,Shouse ,York,Barrett,Harrison,Kissinger,Phaff,Wenzel..If you know me feel free to contact. December 31, 2015 0 0 67.239.104.103 Rick (Rico) Hocevar Florida now photoric09@msn.com To all brothers out there and especially the ones in 2nd platoon A Trp 1970 1971

Myself and Spooky want to wish everyone a Happy Holidays December 24, 2015 0 0 108.240.197.249 Rich richroot@msn.com I was a member of the MISE team (SGT Root) that went to FYROM back in Dec 94.

First off, Merry Christmas to all.

I'm looking for any photos involving the hummv getting sling loaded during our time there. I'm still in contact with the driver and want to "remind" him of his driving skills. Funny thing, we had the TF J-2 in the vehicle when it happened. December 24, 2015 0 0 75.1.145.187 DAVE GRANT IOWA btrooper@q.com EVERYONE HAVE A SAFE HOLIDAY..TO ALL B TROOPERS WE WILL SEE YOU IN EMINENCE MO. SEPT 2016,,,YOUR B-TROOP REP. December 23, 2015 0 0 67.3.123.82 Bob Griffith Rhode Island rjgriffith2@cox.net Greetings and best wishes to all, especially A Troopers.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all. Looking forward to our next reunion; never thought I'd ever look forward to returning to "Follow Me" again. December 22, 2015 0 0 68.9.152.109 Harold "Phil" Truitt Rosamond CA sailortools@antelecom.net Hello, I am a Black Knight from 2nd/5th B Co. I am part
of the regimental association. We would like very much
to be a part of your ongoing conversations as you are a
part of our history. We realize you got "divorced" from
us by the armies wisdom but we really want a continued
contact. Phil Truitt December 22, 2015 0 0 66.102.196.151 richard block kentucky winfield@twc.com wishing all of you a very merry xmas and a happy new year
A trp 2nd plt nov 67 to oct 68 December 19, 2015 0 0 74.134.96.61 Rick Bjorgum Dalton ,Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com A very Merry Christmas to Redoak 6 from Redoak 66 December 19, 2015 0 0 66.228.249.223 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Just checking in to wish all a very merry Xmas, A Trp. 3rd Plt. 5-8-67 to 5-8-68. December 19, 2015 0 0 75.140.96.112 Joel Church Bozeman, MT. jchurch1160@msn.com A troopers please change my address digits to 132. It is not 123 as it was sent to you in the newsletter. Have a great holiday, Joel-A troop treasurer December 17, 2015 0 0 63.153.16.241 John Russman TN jruss10715@aol.com Served with B trp, 3rd Plt, 3/5th Cav, Dong Ha, 1970 thru 1971, US Army Retired December 15, 2015 0 0 68.114.142.120 Rick Toledo, Jr Hilo, Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com Joseph Custance, you must be the Dapper 26 after me. Prior to being Dapper 26, I was Caisson 71 with A Troop. I was evacuated for medical reasons the day after Tet '68, was awaiting medical clearance from the doctors and my branch transfer came through transferring me to 552 Trans. in Long Binh, Transportation being my RA Branch. December 11, 2015 0 0 72.130.227.182 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net was there a location decided on for 2016 reunion. very disapointed that i could not attend in 2015 . thanks and have merry christmas December 6, 2015 0 0 76.254.97.70 Donald Chmiel Warren Michigan tigerzfan07@gmail.com right on rick love the way you think !!!!!CAV FOREVER !!! December 3, 2015 0 0 76.195.71.99 Floyd Porteous Woodacre, California porteousf@yahoo.com I was in HHt 3/5 cav flame platoon 1971 Dong Ha, Quang tri, Mai Loc. Looking for " fellow brothers in arms". Nick named Doc Napalm. December 3, 2015 0 0 70.214.5.20 Rick Hocevar Florida now photoric09@msn.com OBAMA FORGOT ABOUT THIS LAW......Islam, by law,is prohibited from US immigration June 27, 1952 Public Law 414, Chapter 2 Section 212, is the prohibition of organization seeking to overthrow the government of the United States by "force, violence, or other unconstitutional means." This, by its very definition, rules out Islamic immigration.Islamic immigration to the US would be prohibited under this law because the Koran, Sharia Law and the Hadith all require complete submission to Islam, which is antithetical to the US government, All Muslims who attest that the Koran is their life's guiding principal subscribe to submission to Islam and its form of government. Now the political correct crowd would say that Islamists cannot be prohibited from entering the US because Islam is a religion. Whether it is a religion is immaterial because the law states that Aliens who are affiliated with any "organization" that advocates the overthrow of our government are prohibited. December 1, 2015 0 0 108.240.197.249 WILLIE POWELL NATCHITOCHES LOUISIANA powell55@bellsouth.net WAS WITH C TRP67TO68 WAS LOOKING FOR JOHN REDMON November 30, 2015 0 0 162.234.54.186 ronald moody&RODNEY MOODY TOPSHAM MAINE moodysbike@hotmail.com JUST WANT SAY HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL OWER BROTHER THAT WE HAD THE ONER TO SERVE WITH HAPPY HOLLADAYS November 27, 2015 0 0 73.38.205.248 Mike Buxton HHT hht91@midmaine.com When did you guys vote to change HHT to HHQ Troopers? November 20, 2015 0 0 72.169.80.173 John K. Christian Elizabethtown, KY jkchris@windstream.net I was 2d Plt, B Trp plt ldr, trp xo and sqdn S4 '70-71. Did the Lam Son 719 thing.
Question: Does anyone recall the incident at A4 when we returned from Khe Sanh in March when an ACAV on the bunker line exploded and killed a crewman and a medic? I'm trying to find out their names/rank/unit. My current info is 25 Mar 71, SGT Edwin Calhoun and medic Gary G. Geiger. If anyone verify this, I'd appreciate it very much as I'm sending the VA a request for disability for PTSD. November 18, 2015 0 0 98.19.199.142 James Reed NE Oregon jreed440@gmail.com glad to see the site. I was looking for 5th cav cuff links. November 17, 2015 0 0 208.80.83.4 Mike Cook What a sad Day for C Troops Doc Lehman has passed on to Fiddlers Green far to early. He will be missed by all of his Brothers in arms. A Great Medic and a very good Friend must have been needed at Fiddlers Green. Patti you are in our thoughts and Payers, May God be with you in this time of need.

Boots and Saddles
My Friend
Boots and Saddles :!beer: :!beer: November 16, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net A good man has crossed to Fiddlers Green. Richard "Doc" Lehman passed away today. Doc was Sr. medic with C trp. 70-71.He used to joke that we haven't paid our medical bills.
We all are much richer for having know Doc.
Boots and Saddles Sir. November 16, 2015 0 0 69.66.133.12 Jerry wiegel From wisconsin. Living still germany close to the base where I was Stationen over here. jerrywiegel@t-online.de Dec4-94-April 95 the rock. I am a Black Knights 3/5 cav. With the U.N. protection force. November 15, 2015 1 0 79.248.27.138 Heather Y. Kansas City, MO hywalsh@gmail.com I sign this guest book as the proud self-proclaimed daughter of a veteran from the 3-5 Cav Black Knights, Mr. Paul "Stoney" Stone, Jr. and the favorite/only sister of a bit younger veteran, Eric M. Words cannot express how grateful I am to them and all of you soldiers for the blood, sweat and tears you have gone through for my freedom. I am honored to call "Stoney" my Pops and EW my brother. I've met a few of the "Cav" guys - Dave B, Dave G, Rusty, Russell, and others whose names have escaped me (apologies to you guys) and I am so glad you have each other now and had each other's backs then.
Thank you...thank you...thank you.

Looking forward to meeting more of you at the next reunion!

Gratefully,

Heather Y. November 11, 2015 0 0 167.18.104.12 Mike Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Such Good Men
" I know why men who have been to war yearn to reunite. Not to tell stories or look at old pictures. Not to laugh or weep. Comrades gather together because they long to be with the men who once acted at their best; men who suffered and sacrificed, who were striped of their humanity. I did not pick these men, they were delivered by fate and the military. But I know them in a way I know I know no other men. I have never given anyone such trust. They were willing to guard something more precious than my life. They would have carried my reputation, the memory of me. It was part of the bargain we all made, the reason we were so willing to die for one another. As long as I have memory, I will think of them all, Everyday. I am sure that when I leave this world, my last thoughts will be of my family and my comrades ..... SUCH GOOD MEN!!!!

sentiments of a USAF Skyrader pilot who flew over 200 missions in Vietnam

God Bless all of you My Brothers in Arms November 11, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 Jeff Lapp Penns Grove NJ jkl134@hotmail.com Happy Veterans Day to All BIA's and all who served :!beer: November 9, 2015 0 0 69.142.78.252 Donald Chmiel Warren Michigan tigerzfan07@gmail.com Hello boys I"am trying to locate Ed Rostron Atroop from 2/69 to 2/70 he has posted photo of me,would love to talk at him,trying to figer out where we were ??? I was with A troop 1st platoon track 12 E~5 Iwas surprised to see myself,hope to here from Ed !!!!!! October 29, 2015 0 0 76.195.71.99 Gary Doc Hall Belding mi. gwintonhall@gmail.com. William smitty smith, If you were there in 1970,I think we roomed together at dong ha. We were in the back hootch across from med bunker. Wish I would have made the reunion. October 29, 2015 0 0 107.132.165.207 Benjamin Calvo Round Rock, TX bcalvo001@gmail.com Went to the reunion at Fort Knox when the memorial was dedicated. Haven't been able to attend since then. Just want to say hello to all my brothers. October 27, 2015 0 0 67.79.6.106 Joseph Custance Monson, MA jcustance@comcast.net 3/5th A Troop 2nd platoon. Dapper 26 Feb 68 thru June 68. Remember Bozo; Remember my driver Wheeler Remember Sgt Elmer Hill. April 68 KIA. He was a great Trooper and a good man. Think of him often. October 25, 2015 0 0 107.3.49.106 earl mcdonald green river , wyoming medic_mac5@yahoo.comi I went to the first several gatherings, ithink the last was pikes peak. didn't meet hardly any from hqhq or a trp. and at the time was too much to drive very far , and didn't time nor money to keep going. sence then , after retireing . im post commander of post 2321 greenriver wyo . district commander of district 4 , western Wyoming.. so I'm not out of the picture or loop October 23, 2015 0 0 65.131.44.206 Michelle Coffey Oneida, TN michelle_ellis2007@yahoo.com Just wanted to say what an awesome time I had at this year's reunion! Thanks so much for allowing me to join you all once again! It was a real privilege & honor to be there. I also want to remind all of you that there is a facebook page for the 3/5 Cav & will be a ladies page as soon as Mike Cook & I can get it up & running. I would add the url address, but this site doesn't allow me to. So, just go on facebook & look for your red, black & white symbol as the profile pic & you'll find it that way. Hope to see you there! Love & blessings, Michelle, your 3/5 Cav FB hostess. <3 October 7, 2015 0 0 216.126.220.129 Jeff Lapp NJ jkl134@hotmail.com Great Reunion seeing BIA's from years past. Hats off to Mike,* * * Howie and everyone behind the scene that did a hell of a Job October 6, 2015 0 0 69.142.78.252 Robert E Gentle 5282 Boy Scout Camp RD Kannapolis NC gentlere2@yahoo.com Thanks for a great weekend.I had a great time getting to see all of my friends from A Troop October 2, 2015 0 0 173.189.33.22 Richard "Doc"Lehman Damascus Maryland lehman92@yahoo.com Hey brothers, Great reunion patti and I had a great time, Good to see terry and his lady, fonly and jan, bob garcia, and the new brothers I met. October 2, 2015 0 0 96.231.198.53 mike cook I received this today

Men, I can't tell y'all how honored I felt to be with all the 3/5 brothers last weekend. Y'all did an outstanding job on a very big and beautiful project. I am so great full for having the blessing of being there!

NFG, David Webb September 28, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 Che Edwards Walker Louisiana anchor4mysoul81@gmail.com My father is Ronald Estey. This is my 3rd straight reunion coming with him, and I really enjoy meeting all the wonderful Black Knights and their families. I will be posting on Facebook about the bricks for sale to raise money to have The Monument moved to Georgia. Good luck guys. Hope to see you next reunion. September 28, 2015 0 0 70.208.156.240 Edwin Taylor Ma bigedwin12352@gmail.comwas Was in a group 3 rd squ. 5th cav Dec. 69 to Nov 70 was on the 33 track when it hit a mine heading.up a mountain I was the only one not injured if any one on track remembers me give me a gmail .bigedwin12352@gmail.com. thanks September 28, 2015 0 0 68.102.172.93 jim mc donald ark blt308jm@hotmail.com Left from the reunion sad''''it was over too soon already miss my b troop guys but we had a wonderful week together and had a good healing day at the vv wall got to touch their names and feel them on the other side if you missed the reunion you missed a great one. Thanks Mike Cook for all your hard work September 27, 2015 0 0 68.115.141.226 jim mc donald ark blt308jm@hotmail.com Left from the reunion sad''''it was over too soon already miss my b troop guys but we had a wonderful week together and had a good healing day at the vv wall got to touch their names and feel them on the other side if you missed the reunion you missed a great one. Thanks Mike Cook for all your hard work September 27, 2015 0 0 68.115.141.226 Paul Israel Jacksonville. FL but live in Virginia pi967@hotmail.com A Troop 3/5 cav Oct 69-70 September 21, 2015 0 0 24.153.61.243 mike cook have a safe trip brothers be careful we will see you soon
this is going to be the biggest reunion yet,

mike :!beer: :!cool: :!drink: September 20, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 Marvin Doc Davis Salem Oregon mnd0619@hotmail.com Left Oregon Monday I am in Ashland Ky.now.Should be in Fredricksburg tomorrow.Looking forward to seeing all of you Brothers soon. September 19, 2015 0 0 70.199.5.98 dave grant iowa btrooper@q.com TO ALL TROOPERS HAVE A SAFE TRIP. WILL SEE ALL OF YOU SOON September 18, 2015 0 0 67.3.105.170 Liz Rehfus Indianapolis LizRehfus@sbcglobal.net A list of "registered attendees" for the upcoming reunion might help boost attendance from others - "oh, he's going to be there ... me, too!" It really would help, I think.
Member, E-Troop in good standing. Perfect attendance since 1987. September 13, 2015 0 0 99.132.176.244 SSG Dan Eskesen Horseheads, NY daneskesensr@hotmail.com C 3/5 spring of 71 to Christmas. My driver was a recruit I'd put through basi. Only fight wasas a Drill Sgt. He had a hard time after that vietnamese was killed by the PC spokes while selling ice cream. My daughter was born on June 30 when we had incoming and the officers (heated) showers were hit in Dong Ha. My mosquito netting was torn to shreds while I slept safely in frag alley. Only fight was in the NCO club. Other incoming was from friendlies in the backyards. First day there I listened to contact on the radio and watched the smoke and tracers outside Alpha 4. September 9, 2015 0 0 74.67.73.126 Russell Stafford Jacksonville , Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Just spent the weekend with Paul Stone at Eminence Mo. Was great to see him again after 44 years. Met his family and had a great time. September 6, 2015 0 0 74.196.113.146 Bruce w.goss Laneville, Texas.now Henderson .tx Was in hht3/5cav. 70/71 when the 3/5 went to khe shan in support of lamson 719.terry lavender, tom Jones was in flame plt with us.would like to find them or any information on them .thanks.thanks brothers walk soft my via. August 24, 2015 0 0 173.209.212.199 h dusty benach aka detroit aka lebanon PA now haines city fla bendusty@msn.com Sorry to say to my friends of the troops because of my recent move i will not be able to attend this reunion. my move took a lot out of me and a lot of my funds. i hope to be there in the spirit and mind of my friends i made over the years. i was out in Vegas to partake in the national championship for the APA our team came at 193rd in the competition. 5 days in Vegas was enough for awhile. Hope to see everyone at the next reunion. stay safe and walk softly August 21, 2015 0 0 97.106.120.154 Tim Hines Iowa timhines29@gmail.com Hello Brothers. I served with The Black Knights in Germany with a deployment to Bosnia in 96. We cased up the colors in 97 and changed to 1/36 Inf Spartans. Best time of my life August 19, 2015 0 0 173.30.35.49 Russ Knepp Pittsburgh,PA Knepp1@verizon.net Looking forward to seeing all at the reunion next month!
Lt.Jones-we love you SHOW UP!For those who have never been-YOU WILL ENJOY IT!
SEE YOU IN SEP.
Russ :!cool: August 17, 2015 0 0 98.111.212.187 Shad Earl Skinner Originally from Minnesota shad_skinner@yahoo.com My father served with the Black Knights in 68-69 . Was trying to see if I could find a picture of my hero before I was born. His name is Wayne Earl Skinner went by WES. If you know him and want to contact him let me know. I'll check this site often. God Bless All of you. August 16, 2015 0 0 70.209.69.193 Kurt Paeper Humboldt Iowa kurtpaeper@hotmail.com Was on track 14(behind lead tank) 31Jan68 when bridge was blown ahead of it when on our way ti Bien Hoa. "Weasel" or anyone else remember? It would be great to reconnect. August 15, 2015 0 0 67.3.74.238 Lynn "Pete" Peterson Tennessee lyyn@comcast.net I was in B Troop.I was there all of 1968 August 11, 2015 0 0 69.180.216.29 Jeff Lapp Penns grove NJ jkl134@hotmail.com C troopers going to 2015 reunion. After reading * * * Wandoffs newsletter, * * * did a heck of job organizing C Troop. WE should be proud of the leadership we have now and had back in Nam. Salutes to * * * for job well done :D August 10, 2015 0 0 69.142.78.252 Mike Cook Brother C Troopers
I just got the following Email for Nellie Schlemmer please keep Bob 17D Schlemmer in your thoughts and prayers as he fight yet another battle.
Thank You Mike Cook

Mike
On May 14 Bob had a stroke. He went to rehab and while there he fell out of his wheel chair and broke his hip.(one week before he was going to get home). They put a load bearing pin in his hip and sent him back to rehab. But the anesthetic they used for his surgery caused him to become confused so he has been in a nursing home for a week. His mind is finally clearing up so we hope to get him home this week and get him rehab from home. We will see about next years reunion. Tell everyone we said Hi
Nellie August 8, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net are there any veterans from 1966 -- 1967 c-troop going to reunion in fredericksburg va. LARRY CRAWFORD give me a call 559 2752091 August 6, 2015 0 0 76.254.97.70 Dennis Utt Bakersfield CA dennisutt.du@gmail.com A troop, 2nd platoon, Two-Zero track from July '69 to March '70, when. I was transferred to the 101st for my last 90 days in-country. August 3, 2015 0 0 70.214.41.57 Bob Smith San Dimas, CA charliehorse43@gmail.com I was in D/3/5 from 6/71 to 2/72, then went to the 361st AWC in Pleiku to finish out my second tour. I flew in the gun platoon. Best wishes to all my brothers. July 23, 2015 0 0 71.189.155.86 Robert E Gentle Kannapolis, NC gentlere2@yahoo.com I'm looking forward to seeing all the guys in September and would like to think all of the guys for making it possible. July 12, 2015 0 0 67.140.38.184 Robert E Gentle Kannapolis NC 28081 gentlere2@yahoo.com Robert E Gentle 5282 Boy Scout Camp Rd July 11, 2015 0 0 173.189.33.22 h dusty benach lebanon Pa AKA detroit soon Haines City FLA bendusty@msn.com to all friends of the 3/5 cav greetings... As most of you know I was a member of the Flame Platoon we were formed in April of 1970 and dismantled in July /August of 71. Tuesday the 9th of June Mike Courtney suffered a stroke which effected his left side, i traveled to see him on Thursday and left on Friday. He is improving daily his mind is as sharp as ever and as we talk his speech was improving. im sure hoping we all can say a prayer for him as i do everyday. anyone wanting more info feel free to contact me at my email address or my cell phone (717) 304 - 8275 i would be glad to answer any questions concerning one of my best friends and BIAs Mike Courtney. Bruce Goss contact me brother so we can talk.. Flaming on Dusty June 16, 2015 0 0 75.75.141.21 Ray Littmann Waterford Wis. chiefraycw3@yahoo.com Hello Don Newby I was on the track A-35 behind you when you got hit call me (262)492-4747 June 16, 2015 0 0 72.133.209.97 Russell Stafford Jacksonville Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Good to see a fellow trooper from Texas just 30 miles away. Contact me if you want to. 903-714-5123. Was in B 3/5 70-71. June 10, 2015 0 0 54.166.34.248 bruce(TeX) goss Henderson texas memory maker bwg 1947@gmail.com I was with hht at dong ha base camp on the z.from sept70 Oct 71 June 10, 2015 1 0 66.102.7.219 Pat Oliver Alabama Jrosgran@bellsouth.net Attempting to locate a Vietnam vet, Paul Bonacio (sp?), medic 1968-69, 3rd/5th 9th ID. Possibly wounded in Jan or Feb 1969, on USS Sanctuary hospital ship. James Richard "Doc" Oliver served with him, I think at Wunder Beach 1968 72before being sent to different Troops & we have been trying to locate for many years. Your consideration in this is greatly appreciated. June 8, 2015 0 0 74.248.187.24 Al Ranni Queens, New York alphonsem@aol.com Just wanted to add my email address. June 6, 2015 0 0 100.2.110.186 Al Ranni Queens N. Y. Hi Brothers

Anybody remember me? Served 9/68 to 8/69 HHT on the 41 Track, I was known as 4 Romeo. Would like to hear from you guys and possibly meet up at the reunion June 2, 2015 0 0 100.2.110.186 Donald Newby Lompoc,Ca thenewbster.don@gmail.com I was transferred from 11th acr in may of 1967 to A trp 3/5 stayed to aug. of 1967 I was on tank that got hit by rpg 7 in last week of june 67. Sgt yanez was tank commander.stevens was driver lowe was gunner I was the loader. tank name Alibi June 1, 2015 0 0 50.185.152.46 John Lotsman Binghamton, NY jlotsman@stny.rr.com Lest We Forget.....On this Memorial Day let us remember and give tribute to all veterans, those currently serving in the military, the families that support them and especially to those who gave their lives for our country...Brothers Forever, Fallen But Not Forgotten May 25, 2015 0 0 45.47.224.230 Marvin Doc Davis Salem Oregon mnd0619@hotmail.com Tom Mowry,I was a medic with 3/5 Dec67 to Oct 68.I do remember you and Les. I have a slide of you I took when we were at Da Nang.You were standing on the ground next to the medic track and Bandaid was laying on top of the track. If you would a print of the slide give me a call.My #is 503-409-0248.I plan to be at the reunion I hope to see you there. May 19, 2015 0 0 24.21.24.161 Brett Engle Salt Lake City, Utah bpe.gadgets@yahoo.com HHC Support Platoon from January 1994 - March 1996
I miss all of my brothers and my home at Ayers Kaserne which we called "The Rock". May 17, 2015 0 0 66.102.7.226 Robert Sewell Dyersburg, TN rmsewell@cableone.net i was w/D Troop 3/5 Air Cav from Dec 1968 - Oct 1970..first at Dong Tam then at Vinh Long when the 9th Inf. went home...i remember when the ammo dump took a direct hit from a VC rocket and 500 tons of ammo went up in flames / smoke...i was an armament repairman working mostly on cobras also loh's.....flew almost every day to the AO..it is good to find this guestbook.... May 15, 2015 0 0 96.19.185.188 david hall olney texas pdh1923@yahoo.com 3/5 Atrp 3th p/t from april to aug17 1970 need to here from some of you guys if you remember me or not. its been so long ago now May 14, 2015 0 0 96.46.219.38 thomas mowry greensboro nc tomemowry@live.com I was a medic assigned to the medic track. I do not remember many names, I do remember another medic named john blue and a medic named leslie bloom. Our mascot for our track was a dog named bandaid, one of the line troops had a dog named bozo. When I arrived in the field the unit was bivouacked in the jungle about 15 miles southwest of bearcat. About a week later we moved 100 miles north up highway 1 and set up camp a mile or so in the jungle, that night we got hit and as I was walking along the perimeter checking for casualties I found a track with no movement, it was dark and I stepped inside and started slipping on some liquid that was on the floor and saw what looked like a trooper resting against a wall and when I did not get an answer I went over to pull him out of the track I saw that most of his body had been blown away. the rest of the crew was also dead. May 14, 2015 0 0 45.36.234.222 glen davis reno nevada glendavis499@yahoo.com What are the dates for the reunion in Fredricksburg? May 13, 2015 0 0 107.222.25.7 Don Woolett Kentucky donwoolett@gmail.com I was a crew chief/Gunner on the C&C Ship for D trp. 3/5, from July 68 - July 69 AT Bear cat then Dong Tam. I didn't crew the ship the entire time but flew over 275 combat missions. Anyone may contact me at 270-723-5184 or email me at donwoolett@gmail.com. My web page is HomeFirstUSA.com. May 12, 2015 0 0 68.52.234.194 Tessa Huising Tiel, The Netherlands cattery@barang-kemas.nl many yhanks. May 12, 2015 0 0 82.168.95.150 Mike Cook C Trooper mcook159@tampabay.rr.com I just found out James Hinds passed on to Fiddlers Green the 29th Of July 2014. James was a historian and a lot of the documents on this sight was passed on to me from James. The history on our unit was written by James he will be missed may he rest in peace.
Boots and Saddles
Brother May 8, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 DAVE GRANT IOWA btrooper@q.com BROTHERS RICK DRAL WIFE ELLEN WAS CLIMBING ON THERE PONTOON BOAT IN THEIR YARD LOST HER GRIP FELL BACKWARDS BROKE HER BACK.. SHE IS HOME KNOW RICK IS HER NURSING HER BACK TO HEALTH.. SHE ALSO CHIPPED A BONE IN HER KNEE...OUR PRAYER ARE WITH THEM May 8, 2015 0 0 67.3.104.126 bill loebick mount vernon , ohio loebickb@yahoo.com I was with B troop in 1971. Does anyone have a status or address of Ltc. Osborn (the wizard of Oz)? April 26, 2015 0 0 71.50.218.173 Robert E Gentle 5282 Boy Scout Camp Rd.,Kannapolis,NC 28081 gentlere2@yahoo.com I have a NEW email address. Don't use the old one.
My phone number (704)932-8708) April 20, 2015 0 0 173.189.33.22 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net sande hoffman i was on the upshur with c- troop 3/5 cav the medic i was familar with was fritz mulhauser do you remember him ??i talked to him last year . are you going to reunion in fredricksburg this september ?? April 19, 2015 0 0 76.254.97.70 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net sande hoffman i was also on the upshur with c- troop 3/5th cav the medic i was familiar with was fritz mulhauser ( DOC )i made contact with him last year . are you going to reunion at fredrickaburg in sept .?? April 19, 2015 1 0 76.254.97.70 Sande Michael Hoffman New Jersey sandeusa@live.com I was a Spec 4 Combat Medic, I came over on the USS Upshur Troop Ship. I worked on the ship in the Hospital. We landed in Vung Tau Harbor and was transported to Bearcat. I was in the Battle of Ap Bau Bang. Does anyone remember me? April 19, 2015 0 0 47.20.209.63 Albert l Cooley Kinder la cooliebyrds@msn.com I went by Al Cooley.
I was in HHT as a cook.
Saw action at Charlie deuce several times.
Took part in Lamson 719 that was an experience.

May God Bless all my Black knight brothers April 17, 2015 0 0 166.137.139.76 RONALD SANDERS MONONGAH, WV bearcat1967re@comcast.net WAS WITH H H TROOP. THEN WENT TO C TROOP ON VTR. OUR CODE NAME WAS ( IRONCOFFIN ) THIS WAS IN 1967. LATER ON I WAS SHIPPED TO THE 2ND. 47TH. RECON. :!cool: April 14, 2015 0 0 98.236.20.183 greg curtis maine lt fuzz good to see your ok. sgt jim gibbons lives in Portland me. talked to him a few yrs ago.i don't do emails still on telegrah. cal 2073806133 April 14, 2015 0 0 67.255.194.53 Hans Turner Los Angeles hturner1@aol.com This is an extremely long shot but here goes. I am looking to connect with someone, name long forgotten, who served in 3rd Platoon, A Troop during 1968 and who joined us months after we went "up North." He was from a farm family in either North Dakota or South Dakota. There can't be more than about one person who fits those criteria. If any Alumni Association member knows of such person, could you please forward him my e-mail adddress. Thanks. April 13, 2015 0 0 98.148.210.53 Roger Counts Dunseith north dakota roger.counts@sendit.nodak.edu I was with c-troop 3-5 cav. from sept.1970 to sept.1971 apc c10 April 10, 2015 0 0 216.196.69.132 GLEN DAVIS SUN VALLEY GLENDAVIS499@YAHOO.COM ONE OF OUR BROTHERS DAVE SIMS PAST ON TO FIDLERS GREEN
GOTA CALL TODAY FROM DAVE'S WIFE CRISTIE AND SAID HE HAD PASSED SERVICE ARE FRIDAY 430 PM : April 8, 2015 0 0 107.222.25.7 Trevor Richards Kansas trevor.richards12@gmail.com Served with Alpha Troop and was attached to the 101 Air Borne Division at Camp Evan form 1968-69. April 7, 2015 0 0 70.195.8.157 DAVE GRANT IOWA btrooper@q.com TO ALL B-TROOPERS THAT ARE ON OUR LIST,,WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT TRACK YOU WERE ON!! CONTACT ME OR RAE PLAYER.. IF YOU ARE A B-TROOPER BUT NOT ON OUR LIST CONTACT ME April 3, 2015 0 0 67.3.113.192 JAMES MC DONALD ARKANSAS BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM for the ones that have a face book page...there is a page called Vietnam buddie finder..to join an post friends you are looking for from nam... lots of people on there to help find them with an address an sometimes a phone ## March 27, 2015 0 0 72.161.185.242 David Ventura Franklin Ohio dven@ameritech.net A trop 2nd platoon double deuce track. Sept 9 to Sept 70.
Hello to everyone and will be joining up to greet everyone. Life has been a great ride. March 27, 2015 0 0 76.235.45.156 Donald Chmiel Warren Mich Tigerzfan7@gmail.com Hey Art Reynolds I remember the ambush xmas eve 1968 I was with A troop 1st platoon on the beach in the sand in a big bomb crater no contact that night thank God!!!!! where was your ambush at??? an what troop were you in ? nice to here someone else has memories of our times in the wonderful VIETNAM CONFLICT NICE TO TALK AT ART have a Great life !!!!!! March 26, 2015 0 0 74.199.4.251 Leroy Manuel New york City royghill@aol.com I just found out about the wed site, and the reunion in September. I was in Trp C,3d sqdn. 1967-1968. I'm Looking forward to being with my fellow BlackKnights. :D March 24, 2015 0 0 24.193.111.123 Jennifer Miller Maryland jenniferhistory@hotmail.com I am trying to contact someone associated with this website for my husband. He was part of this unit (I'm not sure what troop....I will find out!!) in 1970-71 in Da Nang. His name is James Miller and I would like to get him involved with the upcoming reunion. Thanks March 12, 2015 0 0 96.231.176.3 Rusty Bauer IOWA russell-bauer@hotmail.com Just wanted to say hey and I has apart of the 4/1 CAV in 2005. March 11, 2015 0 0 69.66.249.230 Gilbert Cuevas Pheonix,Az gil.cuevas72352@gmail.com on feb 20 1971 was in b-37 when hit with rpg was hurt really bad.
then in oct 21 2014 was blown up again this time a 5000 gal water tank blow up under pressure.i got hurt worse with the water tank then the army tank.so i don't know if i'll be at reunion this year.just wanted to say high to all my friends i've made over the years.b-37 from 11-70 thru 2-20-71 thanks guys,gil :D March 9, 2015 0 0 71.223.52.129 Bob Griffith RI rjgriffith2@cox.net Who was/is doing the scanning and posting of documents? At some point the documents page referenced morning reports. What's their status? Please contact me about their availability. Thanks March 6, 2015 0 0 70.188.181.41 Bob Griffith RI rjgriffith2@cox.net Any one got any stories and/or pictures of SFC Clarence Fulton; PSG of 1/A in 1968? This is a follow-up to previous requests. March 4, 2015 0 0 70.188.181.41 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net Anyone who knew John David Hancock and if he was in A Troop or any other troop in the 3/5 Cav, he was KIA on 681208 Email or post me. February 23, 2015 0 0 99.136.80.86 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net John Davis Hancock is on the Fiddlers Green list and should be on the Honor Roll was KIA 681208
John was from A Troop. February 22, 2015 0 0 99.136.80.86 Tim Eddy California 1John5@Charter.net Does anyone have a 3 Squadron 5th Cavalry Challenge Coin for sale? If so. Please email me. Thanks. Tim February 20, 2015 0 0 24.180.61.118 Tom Rothwell Florida maddoctr@peoplepc.com This is going to long and disjointed but I don't have time on my side. The one thing that really urks me is that credit is never given to anyone. My major case, Battle of Ap Bau Bang. We were called out to reinforce A troop . Along the way we were ambushed and managed to make it to where we were supposed to go. Along the way , we encounted fire whiched was suspressed. But I noticed that a that a tank crew was missing .the last of our element. I was the next to last. I continually called to Falco 1 to resond to and finally he did ,Thank god, I turned arrond and proceded back to where I found the tank . It was in a bomb crater. When I found them I told them to bring the 50 as I didn;t want them to be firing on me. We gaurded that tank. Through the the the sortieis of miniships and everthing else that ensued. Now. my time has come. But ,I would like to here someone say thank you. February 17, 2015 0 0 71.1.250.198 Edmund Edmund@gmail.com (╯□）╯︵ ┻━┻
>>>>thatsafunnypic(dot)com<<<< February 12, 2015 0 0 78.88.82.71 Tom Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com CORRECTION to post below..
Does anyone have a "Roster" of "C" troop Circa 66-67 that they can share with me. Thanks. Company clerk probably has one.......... February 12, 2015 0 0 71.1.250.198 Albert l Cooley Louisiana, live in Texas cooliebyrds@msn.com Stationed in Dong Ha 1970 & 1971. :o February 10, 2015 1 0 107.77.80.118 Tom Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Heres a new one bound to help me as well as others. Who has a copy of their orders or assignment orders to "C" troop 66-67 ???? Please share if you have them ,,,, Thanks... Sgt.Rothwell 3rd.plt. "C" troop trk35 February 10, 2015 0 0 71.1.250.198 Bob Griffith Rhode Island rjgriffith2@cox.net Rick Hoban, please contact me re. PSG Fulton. February 8, 2015 0 0 70.188.181.41 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net Rob is looking for any information on SFC Fulton from A troop KIA in 1968 February 6, 2015 0 0 99.136.80.86 Bill Wynn Weston, Connecticut cwynn@unum.com; sunlover124@yahoo.com Heard from Larry Webb this morning, it was good to catch up, it's been a long time. Thinking about attending the reunion in September. Our home phone number is 203-227-6879; cell 914-572-0131. February 5, 2015 0 0 204.10.44.254 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, Texas raamsraams@yahoo.com Hoot you can email or call if you want to. I've been in contact with Paul Stone and going to see him in September.he's still the same old Paul. My number is 903-586-7229 home 903-714-5123 cell. February 2, 2015 0 0 74.193.109.158 Hugh (hoot) Smith pigeon, mich Russell it is good to here from you. Tried to get intouch with other guys when we were there. Know luck though. Glade you made it. February 2, 2015 0 0 208.99.231.28 robert eaton front range co flsgbravo@yahoo.com Welcome home. Dec24 1969 near cam lo
M48 god on tube.marines on 48 just checking in. S/F February 1, 2015 0 0 128.177.161.187 Russell Stafford Jacksonville, TX 75766 raamsraams@yahoo.com Hugh "Hoot" Smith oh yes I remember those guys. I always wondered what happened to Jessie Escalara he was a crazy and fun guy. February 1, 2015 0 0 74.193.109.158 Jon P. Haddix Erie Pa. jphaddix@gmail.com Served with Aco. 3/5 from 1989 to 1992. Served my time in the desert in Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. January 31, 2015 0 0 70.198.193.11 Rick (Rico) Hocevar now in Florida photoric09@msn.com Still kicking found Weekley January 23, 2015 0 0 108.240.197.182 jim jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com how many of you guys are still kicking. a troop. 2nd platoon oct 70 till may 71. 28 tank. tt soul January 22, 2015 0 0 68.200.50.35 [ SGT ] ALAN M. FAVOR WESTLAND, MICHIGAN SABER-HAWK9@HOTMAIL.COM WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM ANY OF MY CREW MEMBERS OR ANYONE IN MY PLATOON OR TROOP...ESPECIALLY TO CONTACT LEAUTENANT
LAU..3rd PLATOON B-TROOP...IF ANYONE CONNECTS ME WITH LT. LAU THERE IS A 1,000 DOLLAR REWARD January 22, 2015 0 0 68.42.153.149 Dewey Fambry The Colony TX wolf380@swbell.net We are looking for David Mizell, if anyone has contact information for him contact me. January 20, 2015 0 0 99.136.80.86 Robert E Gentle Kannapolis NC fillfree2learn@yahoo.com Hey Jim Pupplo (PAPPY) I was there from Nov 68 to Nov 69A Troop 3rd platoon A31 driver,I don,t know if we got to meet each other or not.Glad to here from someone that was in the same unit.It has been a long time,I Am going to try and make it to the reunion in September.Take care hope to hear from you/Robert E Gentle 704-932-8708,5282 Boy Scout Camp RD ,Kannapolis NC 28081 January 19, 2015 0 0 67.140.38.231 Art Reynolds OxfordNew York 4sassy@frontiernet.net Mike HerbertI have tried your email but won!t work from hear,i do rember you because of the 3 50 cals,i got to 3/5 right after bin am,i was on 33 with Bill Rawings,their is a photo of 33 with,3 50cals tacken long after i was wouned,Art January 17, 2015 0 0 184.8.211.218 Franc Reed Aurora, CO francandjune@gmail.com Does anyone have contact information for David Mizell? Dave was in HHT 1968. The phone number I have is not a good number. January 15, 2015 0 0 75.196.203.214 Mike Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Pete I don't know why your having this trouble but I will look into it. I will pass along the information you provided to the rest of the officers. Very sorry the link didn't work. January 13, 2015 0 0 97.97.239.160 Peter F. Scott Gettysburg, PA Pscott40@comcast.net For some reason I get no response when I click on the officers' E-mails. I am a life-time member (#2) trying to report a change of address. My new address effective 15 January 2015: 20510 Falcons Landing Circle #1503, Potomac Falls, VA 20165; phone, 703-715-7396; E-mail,
Pscott1503@verizon.net. I would be obliged if the appropriate person would update my record. Thanks. Peter Scott, C Troop, 87/88. January 12, 2015 0 0 174.60.107.243 Eddie Blanco Queens, NY edwardblanco@yahoo.com Had a good friend, Jose Santana, who was killed on the New Year's
Eve ambush of December 31, 1967. He was in C-Troop 3/5. If anyone remembers him, I'd appreciate it if you emailed me what you can remember. Glad that all you other guys survived and made it home. I was with the 101st, 1967-1968. Jose was a childhood friend. Eddie B. January 11, 2015 0 0 108.54.255.205 Mike Hebert POB 392, Lewistown, MT 59457 atjismike@gmail.com (406)407-5998 Thanks to all of the guys who have reached out to me, Craig Dennis, Randy Capek, Victor Mireles, and Tom Player.
Welcome Home Brothers and God's Blessings to ALL!!! :o :o January 10, 2015 0 0 206.127.87.181 Robert E Gentle 5282 Boy Scout Camp RD Kannapolis NC 28081 fillfree2learn@yahoo.com ATT. Dennis Whitman,I knew your dad real well,One night when we were set up for the night and I had movement in front of me and I called A37{Pappy} to let me fire but he would not let me.I don,t know how long we talking to each other, but he gave in. He was a great ist SGT.I am truly sorry to hear that he has passed away.My home phone is 704-932-8708,I would like to get your number so we could talk.I was in A Troop 3#rd PLT A31 January 10, 2015 0 0 67.140.38.231 Craig Dennis Redmond, OR ckdennis@centurylink.net I served in B Troop, 2nd Plt, from November,1967, to July, 1968....I started on roadrunner 23, moved to 26, ended up on 22...would enjoy corresponding with anyone who remembers those days...welcome home, brothers! January 9, 2015 0 0 63.230.172.44 Mike Hebert Lewistown, Montana atjismike@gmail.com I was Platoon leader 2nd Plt, B-Troop, from Jan68 to Aug68---Am looking for anyone who remembers me or was in B-Troop at the same time. Tried contacting the B-Troop rep on this site but the site will not allow???
Joined the unit 2 weeks before Tet68, did the 2 LST transfers north, Da Nang and Cue Viet up the river to Dong Ha and all over Quang Tri Province. B-Troop over ran NVA at battle of Bin An 3/5 put in for Valorous Unit citation.---my cell is 406-407-5998
Happy New Year and God Bless!!!---Mike January 8, 2015 0 0 206.127.87.181 William R "Hal" Halevy, CW5, USA Retired Jeffersonton, VA william.halevy@comcast.net Served with D Troop, Charlie Horse Scouts 3/5 Cav 1971-72 during Operation Lam Son 719 in Quang Tri.
Just retired from Army Aviation 1 Jan 2012 and now doing Veteran Service Officer work for the VFW, American Legion and the Vietnam Veterans of America. January 6, 2015 0 0 73.31.110.217 DAVE GRANT IOWA btrooper@q.com I'M HOPING EVERYONE'S NEW YEARS RESOLUTION IS TO MAKE THE 2015 REUNION IN SEPT. IF YOU NEED HELP GETTING THERE AND YOU ARE A B-TROOPER SEND ME AN E- MAIL.
SAD THOUGHT IS THIS MIGHT BE A LOT OF US LAST ONE AT THE WALL!!!!!!! January 2, 2015 0 0 67.3.110.15 Rick Bjorgum Dalton ,Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com Happy New Year to you Redoak 6 January 1, 2015 0 0 66.228.249.223 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO 64063 jrosgood@earthlink.net Happy new year to all. Time has flown by. I turn 72 in less than 30 days. Still running occasional 5K races to stay ahead of the grim reaper and that dirt nap will take us all eventually :) John Osgood, B-Troop, 3/5th June 1968 to February 1969. December 31, 2014 0 0 75.81.51.78 John Brennan CA johnmailman@yahoo.com Just to let everyone know I have submitted my latest book project to Hellgate Press who will be publishing "VOL 2, U.S. Army Helicopter Names In Vietnam". Should be ready for the VHCMA reunion in June. Features 600 new helicopter names. However, new NAMES can still be added right up until the final edit. Quality in-country nose art photos are welcomed as always. Happy New Year everyone. December 29, 2014 0 0 24.23.53.181 ronald moody topsham maine moodysbike@hotmail.com hi all 3/5 cav. merry x mass and have a very happy new year I will see all my brothers in Washington dc. i am still looking for Samuel Bradford and any one I haven't meet from c troop maint July 68/69 and all the other that I may not remember from c troop I first joined c I drove for srg white house there were two other on the tank one was the gunner we called him the chef or something like that the other one I don't know very well I think he was do rotate soon so I don't know much about him I keep to my self to much know all this year later I wish I hadn't I worked on a lot of your tanks and apc when we were at evens I try to keep your light that's where we replaced most of your motors on some may remember my brother Rodney moody was with me from late oct 68 to July 29 69 will I will see you all sept.. :o December 28, 2014 0 0 73.38.205.248 hugh (hoot) smith pigeon mi hootsmith53@yahoo.com Russell staford- I was on 29 track from oct 70-oct 71. I wasd on 29 track with Guy Hildon Ross Franklin. Rember Lam Som 719 well. Also rember Dave Whitehead, Doc Shepard,Battle,Z,Escalera,Steve ?? was a good artest. December 26, 2014 0 0 208.99.231.28 Frank Seaman San Antonio,Texas frnkseaman@yahoo.com I was in Viet Nam 3/5 Cav. C troop from Dec.67 To March 68
until I was shot. I was Sp-5 Iwas a Tank Comander in C unid
I was shot up on DMZ December 26, 2014 0 0 99.104.89.247 Jeff Lapp Penns Grove NJ jkl134@hotmail.com 45 years today Charlie troop had christmas dinner at the rock pile outside cam lo. It was a wet rainey day. We all were together as a family and remebering our BIA's we lost that year. I still have the dinner menu and the seasons greeting from GEN Burke the 5th Mech ID Cdr. I read it every year . It reminds me of what we stood and fought for. God Bless all our Lost comrades and their families and all the troops still fighting for what we believe in. Merry Christmas BIA's :o December 25, 2014 0 0 69.142.78.252 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Wishing all Cav troopers a Merry Xmas and a Happy New Year especially to my toopers I served with, 3rd plt A trp from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68. What an experience in life it was and the friendship we remenber always. Those we left behind, I'll never forget them. December 25, 2014 0 0 97.94.142.177 dave grant iowa btrooper@q.com MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR B TROOP BROTHERS AND FAMILY'S AND OUR IOWA BROTHERS... December 24, 2014 0 0 67.3.110.15 Art Reynolds OxfordNew York 4sassy@frontiernet.net I rember christmas 68 we went on ambush with the co,i had to wake him for his watch glad it was aquite night.MERRYCHRISTMAS :o December 18, 2014 0 0 184.8.183.38 Ron Estey Gonzales, La. ron.estey@momentive.com This is the time of year that I think of the one Christmas day when I was in Viet Nam. We were on maneuvers and passed a French church with modern looking statues in front. To me, it was just another day in the Nam. Every Christmas since then, I think of that day, the lost Christmas. How good it is to be back home with the ones you love. Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night. December 18, 2014 0 0 66.11.4.30 jon lang penn. nanchangjohn@yahoo.com my father in law served with d troop from 68-69 david dayson seing if anybody served with him, god bless and thank you all for your service and sacrifice December 15, 2014 0 0 71.161.240.118 William Rhodes Virginia Williamrhodes789@gmail.com I was with B Troup 3/5 Cav 1967 to 1968 during the Tet Offence.

I was on a Tank Roadrunner 28.

My best friend was Jack Monturi December 11, 2014 0 0 72.218.54.160 victor mireles stillwater, oklahoma vmireles7503@yahoo.com BTroop 3/5 July 67/68 left from Dong Ha. why is it so difficult to get a troop roster of the ones who served in vietnam. December 10, 2014 0 0 108.94.120.175 Jim (Pappy) Pupplo Spring Hill, Florida jpjimbo2@yahoo.com Hey Turner...I'm surprised I haven't heard from anyone else but you. I still talk to Hancock on the phone.

ANYONE......67-68 A Troop 3rd plt. December 9, 2014 0 0 24.94.104.202 Russell H. Staford Jacksonville, TX 75766 raamsraams@yahoo.com I was in B Troop 70-71 0n the 25 track. dusted off at Khe Shan 6 April 71 at end of Lom Son 719. Retired in 1992 at Ft. Polk, LA as Sergeant Major. December 7, 2014 0 0 74.193.109.158 Robert E Gentle Kannapolis NC fillfree2learn@yahoo.com I would like to hear from my unit in VietNam A Troop 3rd PLT. 3/5Cav. Home Phone 1-704-932-8708 5282 Boy Scout Camp RD Kannapolis NC 28081 December 4, 2014 0 0 67.140.38.231 Courtney McKoy Cullman, Alabama (Arab, Alabama) courtney@mindspring.com My friend and high school classmate Neil Jones from Cullman, Alabama died in VN on 31 Dec 71 December 1, 2014 0 0 50.21.147.48 Al Cavasin Concord, MI (formerly Detroit) alcavasin@gmail.com Been looking for something from the 3/5 Cav over the last 2 years or so, this year pretty serious when I found this site. God bless you guys for putting this together. I served with "C" Troop, Dec. '68 through Feb., '70. Looking for info on "Hippie", "Goose", "Spoon" and especially "Tiny". Contact through FB or this site. Never Forget and welcome home. November 30, 2014 0 0 74.221.59.128 James L. Cornman Philipsburg, Pa jlc1952@verizon.net Is this the same 3/5 Air Cav that was stationed at Fort Lewis, Wa. in the early 70's. I was in HHT 3/5 in motor pool from 1974 to 1976. November 27, 2014 0 0 96.233.255.67 Tom Melton Barstow, Ca Thomas.melton@gmail.com C TRP 68-69 24TC. November 23, 2014 0 0 76.93.171.29 Marvin Doc Davis Salem Oregon mnd0619@hotmail.com Today Is a sad day, our Black Knight brother Ernie Doc Garcia Was laid to rest. Rest in peace Brother, until we meet in fiddlers green. November 20, 2014 0 0 24.21.24.161 Art Reynolds OxfordNew York 4sassy@frontiernet.net IrememberIhope Igot the rightone of the B troops medicswasabouttoretreivehis claymore when he sawan arvantryingto steal it the medic fired a few roundssaid arvan thossed it and ran like hell,came to mind today,I remember it funny at the time. :D November 11, 2014 0 0 184.9.42.92 Marvin Doc Davis Salem Oregon mnd0619@hotmail.com Forest, Thanks for the update on Ernie. Ijust talked to him last week. He was truly the best combat medic I have ever worked with. He will be missed. :!cry: November 10, 2014 0 0 24.21.24.161 Forest "CD" Myers 1st Plt C Trp TC C19 Tank '68 Spicewood, TX forest@hillcountryweb.com This afternoon I received a call from Ernest Garcia, JR to inform me that his Dad, Ernest "Doc" Garcia passed away this morning from multiple complications from failing organs, It's with a heavy heart that I inform you. Those that served with him in C Troop hold him in the highest of regards especially those wounded on the battlefield. He made a difference as a combat medic. He was the hero of heroes! He was a genuine, honest, and compassionate human being;a true brother in arms and a friend for life. He will be missed but not forgotten. It was my great honor to have shared time with such a wonderful man. Rest In Peace My Brother. November 9, 2014 0 0 24.173.233.2 Tom Rothwell 3rd plt. C troop 66-67 Trk 35 fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com Mike, called Craig after we talked. Think I bummed him out . Too early in the morning for him. Told him to give you a call, hope he did.Don't forget to take your DD-214 to the V.A. I think you'll be amazed at what they can do for you. To all my B.I.A., Thank You. even you , old * * *. November 9, 2014 0 0 71.55.217.168 Franc Reed Aurora, CO francandjune@gmail.com Trying to find information on Sgt Richard Cline and Spec 4 Riddle. They were in HHT, Birddod Section 1967 and 1968. Would like to reconnect with anyone else that was in the Birddogs during that time. Also I want to wish everyone a happy and safe Veterans Day. Phone number is 303-366-4295. November 9, 2014 0 0 75.228.136.141 steven weiner minneapolis minnesota swyner4138@aol.com Welcome home my brothers and sisters November 9, 2014 1 0 69.247.232.232 leonard williams FRESNO, CALIFORNIA llenard@comcast.net trying to make contact. Was with 3/5 CAV HHT medical platoon 1967. mustang 16 November 9, 2014 1 0 98.252.87.199 Mike Lavender San Pablo , California mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com It's always good to hear from old friends and bia . Tom you old * * * , even you . MIKE November 8, 2014 0 0 98.248.192.44 MIKE COOK Doc. I did take care of that thanks
Mike November 6, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Marvin Doc Davis Salem Oregon mnd0619@hotmail.com Mike,I like the upgrade on the web site. On the time line for April 30 1968 there are 4 names missing of our brothers that was KIA. Their names are Michael Santos HHT, Paul Miller HHT, Alfred Wolfe HHT And Marcello Garza C Troop. LESS WE FORGET Donnie,Thanks A lot for the coin it means a lot to me. October 28, 2014 0 0 70.210.128.84 Jim Pupplo Florida jpjimbo2@yahoo.com Anyone here remember the big barn fire we had by Wunder Beach to * * * off charlie ?? I think it was early 68. :!cool: October 28, 2014 0 0 173.170.148.72 Bertram J. Miles Queens, New york bmiles9344@aol.com I was transfered to A Co. after 5/5 CAV was deactivated in 1991. October 26, 2014 0 0 139.139.3.67 LeRoy Jablonski Des Moines Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Outstanding job, Mike :D October 24, 2014 0 0 174.30.90.249 donnie joule reno,nv djoule@sbcglobal.net looks good mike October 23, 2014 0 0 108.233.161.53 Art Reynolds OxfordNew York 4sassy@frontiernet.net Great job,Mike :D October 23, 2014 0 0 184.8.191.96 Jim Ferguson WV jimferguson@citlink.net one of the best moves youve made.like October 22, 2014 0 0 184.9.163.61 Hans Turner Los Angeles hturner1@aol.com Mike: Thank you for making this improvement to the Guestbook. It is a welcome new feature. October 22, 2014 0 0 98.148.210.53 Mike Cook mcook159@tampabay.rr.com Brothers
I have been asked for the last 3 years to see if we can have e mail address listed in the guestbook, well as you can see now all post will have your e mail address listed so if you don't want it out there you will have to leave that blank. I hope to see all of you at the reunion in Sept., this should be a great reunion.
Mike :!cool: October 22, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 ed murray selbyville de EDDIE.MURRAY@VERIZON.NET Thanks for the reply Art Reynolds. Can not recall Lt. Reynolds first name. October 3, 2014 0 0 108.36.0.138 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net THE FIDDLERS GREEN LIST THAT I HAVE HAS 184 NAMES ON IT AS OF 8/15/2014 :o October 2, 2014 0 0 99.136.80.86 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net need help .-- unable to view any photos on this web site . any help would be appreciated -- thanks and have a good day October 1, 2014 0 0 76.254.97.70 Art Reynolds OxfordNew York 4sassy@frontiernet.net No,Ed just a grunt,track 33.

:o September 29, 2014 0 0 184.8.182.237 ed murray delaware Art reynolds, were you Lt. Reynolds 1st Plt.? September 28, 2014 0 0 108.36.0.138 Art Reynolds OxfordNew York 4sassy@frontiernet.net Thepictures at B-troop reunion are great the ones I mightremember Ihave not seen since 1969 damn thats a longtime,everyone be well. :o September 16, 2014 0 0 184.8.181.177 Hans Turner Los Angeles hturner1@aol.com A Troop Jan '68 to Jan '69. Hey Pappy! Thanks for the shout-out. September 15, 2014 0 0 98.154.224.104 Jim Pupplo ( Pappy ) Florida jpjimbo@yahoo.com 67/68-------3/5,A Troop 3rd. platoon. What a year. I am still in touch with Larry Hancock & Hans Turner. Feel free to call. 352-688-1932. Lots of memories, both good and sad. September 13, 2014 0 0 173.170.148.72 JIM MC DONALD ARKANSAS blt308jm@hotmail.com B troop had a great reunion in Emminence.mo.
had lots of good food an drinks.. floated the jackfork river three time. .WATER BALOON BOMBED FLOATERS..
even the COL. HAD FUN..he learned to swim in the cold water an only turned his kayak over 5 time... we all had a good visit an look forward to VA. September 12, 2014 0 0 72.161.160.179 Ken Weiner Murrieta Ca takeheart123@verizon.net Hoping to attend my first reunion. I'm D 3/5 9th '68-'69 Crew Chief #543 September 11, 2014 0 0 96.251.192.209 Mike Cook From the Inbox Tom Stewart has passed on to Fiddlers Green
On Sunday, September 7th 1:07 am - he went out with the full moon on one of the last days of summer - son Tim was here with me and all is peace now. More details later when arrangements are made.
Please keep his family in front of your God
:!beer: :!beer:
Boots and Saddles Brother September 9, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Tom Rothwell 3rd Plt. Inf Sqd C Troop 1966-1967Track 35 Falcon 5 maddocr@peoplepc.com A Rant:
Let me start by saying that it is tough getting older. I, as all of you, look for someone to recognize you as you were. People today ,don't care. The proudist moment of my being was when I was parking my bike and a fellow came up to me and said "Thank you". Because I had the 3/5 sticker on the back of my bike and he saw it.
I don't ride anymore, I barely walk. The people I talk to are fewer and fewer as time goes by. But what is to said of us as time erases memories of the time when we were the "* * * Cav"?
Search the internet, or "you tube", Look for us. I bet you won't find hardly anything. We were such a bad * * * group that everone wanted us arround, "but", how much credit did we get!!!!
I guess what I am trying to say is if this web site goes down, September 5, 2014 0 0 71.55.217.98 Mike G Book is now working September 1, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Gary De Arman Huntington Beach, Ca hbgaryde@gmail.com 3/5 Cav 1971... I'm look'n for Sgt. Russell Knepp. He took me to MACV and most likely... Saved my life!!! August 31, 2014 0 0 71.189.153.192 Tom Rothwell Fla. CTroop 3rd plt. 66-67 maddocr@peoplepc.com Brian, don't know the why if ands but at least
we can communicate. Have to check on my coverage with my phone service. But I would like to call you if possible.
Take care . August 29, 2014 0 0 71.55.217.98 Brian Grace Ireland briangrace05@gmail.com To Tom Rothwell......was on c10 First platoon until Oct 67,
infused to 11 arc for final 2 months. Came over on Upshar.
How come I have to sign guestbook to post a reply ?.
Welcome home lads. August 27, 2014 0 0 78.16.73.31 DAVE GRANT IOWA TO ALL B-TROOPERS COMING TO THE B-TROOP REUNION IN EMINENCE MO.NEXT WEEK HAVE A SAFE DRIVE AND WE WILL SEE YOU THERE.. YOUR REP August 26, 2014 0 0 67.3.113.173 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca tdpilk@charter.net Wallace Ping, what plt. were you in? I was in 3rd plt. from 5-67 to 5-68. August 25, 2014 0 0 97.94.142.177 Tom Rothwell Florida ,Ct trp. 66-67 3rd plt maddocr@peoplepc.com Brian, what Plt. were you in???? Name rings a bell. August 24, 2014 0 0 71.55.219.166 Brian Grace Ireland briangrace05@gmail.com Am trying to reply to a previous post but am asked for an administrators password...anybody know the story ! August 24, 2014 0 0 78.16.73.31 Brian Grace Ireland briangrace05@gmail.com C Troop 1966-67. August 24, 2014 0 0 78.16.73.31 PEG WILKINS OHIO pegwilkins04@gmail.com I just want to say hello to everyone who served with Timmy , and anyone who served in general. Have been having some difficulties with his passing. I took a trip to Memphis, TN., this summer which is where Tim was born. It did help some. Im not sure about that old clique "time heals everything" I hope to see everyone at reunion...and I pray everyone is well. Thank you for your time. Peg Wilkins August 23, 2014 0 0 65.25.94.138 Mike Cook Yes I did say that I also said that anyone wanting to take the site over all that is required is that that person responsible for the site needs to be a Dues paying member in good standing. See if you can guess who stood up to take it over. Need I say more.
Cookie August 23, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Wallace ping Rock hill sc Pingerwk@yahoo.com A troop. Oct. 1967-Oct. 1968 August 20, 2014 0 0 67.197.107.67 LeRoy Jablonski Des Moines Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Cookie at the 2009 reunion in Branson, you conducted a web-site meeting in which you talked about things you would do to enhance the web-site. Well it is now 2014 and the web-site has gone down hill. By this time the web-site should stand alone with scheduled maintance made periodically.
Professioanl help is needed to bring the web-site to an acceptable level.
Other brothers have expressed their concerns about the web-site to me. August 20, 2014 0 0 63.153.221.168 Bill Bergen Florida bergenbill@aol.com I believe I owe dues. Please let me know where to send it and how much. August 18, 2014 0 0 70.126.188.82 Mike Cook I just found this in my inbox Please keep our brother in front of your god and pray the pain passes softly

Mike Cook

Rob, just wanted to let you know Tom ( A Troop) is very ill and has been placed on hospice. I don't think he will last more than a week or two. Jimmy Johnson and I visited him about three weeks ago. He will be missed and will wait for us on Fiddlers Green.
BIA. Fred Miller August 15, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Mike Cook Leroy give me a break I do have other things to do.
Mike August 15, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 LeRoy Jablonski Des Moines Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Web Site Message- page not found for the following:
Iowa BlackKnights Memorial, Time Line,Reunion Photo Gallery,Vietnam Photo Galleries, Fiddlers Green lacks previous data, unable to locate Brothers that where KIA's in Nam.
Web site continues to go down hill with no end in site. Its time we spend the money and hire a professional to run our site.

Posting welcomed August 14, 2014 0 0 97.125.166.45 David Webb Rising Fawn Ga lw@protire.com Plt leader, 3rd plt C troop 3/5 July 67 - Dec 67, S3A for Mj Rodger A Quinn Jan 68 - July 68. I am trying to find out anything about my apc driver, John Redmond, who was badly wounded in an ambush on the night of Dec 30 67 on the hwy from Xuan Loc to Vung Tau. August 13, 2014 0 0 184.174.173.171 Dewey Fambry Texas wolf380@swbell.net Mike Cook, your mail is being returned as not correct address, please confirm you received the Fiddler green and give me your correct address August 11, 2014 0 0 99.136.80.86 Thomas M. Taul Fieldon, IL tomchris@hughes.net I served from June of 1967 to June of 1968. 3rd. Platoon, B Troop,
3/5 Cav on 36 and 35 APC's August 8, 2014 0 0 69.35.216.124 Dewey Fambry The Colony TX wolf380@swbell.net I heard that the 11th Cav is moving their monument to Ft Benning by truck, is there any thing about moving the 5th Cav monument :) August 4, 2014 0 0 99.136.80.86 CSM ( Ret ) James Yates KY Willieyates_09@yahoo.com My Brother Ron Yates was very proud to have served with C Troop 3/5 Cav. A very special thanks to a fellow trooper
1Sgt Rodger D Henry , He and his wife were with us doing the very sad time August 3, 2014 0 0 23.252.187.224 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Steve Fisher, are you the Fisher that was on the M88 in C trp.? If so I owe you a beer. July 27, 2014 0 0 69.66.133.12 Mike Cook The funeral services for CSM Ronnie G. Yates will be at Lewis & Ferguson funeral home Hwy 7 & Hwy 32 Sandy Hook Ky.41171

The viewing Thur. July31 and Layed to rest Friday Aug 1 2014

Rest in Peace
Brother July 27, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Mike Cook We have another Brother that has passed on to Fiddlers Green C Trooper 1968-1969 Brother Ronnie Yates Had a heart attack this last week, they will be sending him back to Kentucky for his service.
Boots and Saddles My Brother
You will be Missed :!beer: :!beer: July 26, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Jarod Alderson Indianapolis jarodalderson@gmail.com Hello Brothers July 24, 2014 0 0 76.27.55.94 frank seaman. c ompany 3rd 5th. tank commander san antonio. tx frnkseaman@yahoo.com Lsts from saigon to the dmz
Shot in action dmz purple heart recipient
Living in san antonio, tx
Mos 11e40 July 22, 2014 0 0 107.77.64.58 jim jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com does anyone remember lam son 719 and what time we pulled out to reopen rt. 9? i read where they wanted to move out predawn so soviet satalites couldn,t detect movement. i didn,t even know where or what was going on at the time.i remember sitting beside dozer operator with a 16. also had me run mine sweeper untill tank hit a mine and i told the lt. to find another fool. richie mylack took my place as driver and was dusted off. never knew what happened to him. July 8, 2014 0 0 108.84.149.18 Brian Wayne White Paso Robles Bwhite692@yahoo.com Had the plessure to meet great african amercans in Jonosboro Ar Hope all is well XoXo Brian White :!cool: July 8, 2014 0 0 107.139.19.29 Johnny Vaughan Riverdale, GA b79@bellsouth.net Just wanted to let everyone know that John Mahoney, who was with B-troop, 2nd platoon, Senior medic, passed away on July 5th, 2014 in Hawaii. July 8, 2014 0 0 75.76.156.57 Steve Fisher Milwaukie, Oregon steve_kathy@comcast.net Looking forward to seeing everyone in 2015 :... July 5, 2014 0 0 76.105.212.239 Ron Williams West Virginia ronw13@twc.com Happy Birthday to our beautiful country!!
And I second my brother Ron Estey, Captain Shinseki has shown more than once that he was a man of honor that cared for the troops. God bless the U.S.A. And the CAV has your back Captain! July 4, 2014 0 0 74.132.36.24 DAVE GRANT IOWA HAVE A GREAT 4th TROOPERS.. ALSO B TROOPERS PLEASE PLAN ON COMING TO THE B-TROOP REUNION IN EMINENCE MO. SEPT.3 TO SEPT 7 2014 July 4, 2014 0 0 67.3.113.173 Bob Janicek Muskego, WI. janicekftrp17thcav@yahoo.com I came over from F Troop, 17th Cav (jeeps) in March of '67 and served in C Troop, 2nd platoon scouts until I rotated home in July '67. I have a DVD of my time in C Troop that contains the time a tank broke down and the retriever fixing it and 2 or 3 APC's providing cover over night. Also good footage of the Rome plows clearing the brush on both sides of a road. I'm looking for anyone who was in scouts during that timeframe. the following guys have a copy of the DVD: * * * Kaufman (company clerk), Gary Pounds, Jim Ferguson, and Dave Heinle. June 18, 2014 0 0 207.67.109.90 Keiver V. McCray Tallahassee, Florida Kmacaa@yahoo.com Just want to say hello. I toured with the 3/5 cav Troop from about Apr. - Dec. 1969, Troop C. June 13, 2014 0 0 184.1.91.107 Rick Hocevar Florida photoric09@msn.com Right on Ron I was there too Doc King attended to him he was on 22 track myself It happened right outside the
Mia Loc SF compound. He also was with 2nd Plt in the Dong Ha Valley April 6th 1970 when we were hit hard by the NVA time was 0445 hr I just got on the 50 when 28 took a direct hit in the main gun and all hell broke loose. He didn't have to be in the field with us but he was. Great Co Commander June 11, 2014 0 0 108.240.197.182 Art Reynolds OxfordNew York 4sassy@frontiernet.net I was wounded very badly in 1969,I have delt with the VA,the 60,sand70,s was not to good but thelast few years they have done a very good job with the amount of Vets they are treating. June 11, 2014 0 0 184.8.183.75 Ron Estey Gonzales, La. ron.estey@momentive.com With the recent VA scandal rocking the nation, it has become clear that I have something to say. Eric Shinseki was my A troop commander in Nam. I was present when he stepped on a mine and watched as he was loaded onto a dustoff and waved goodbye to us. It was difficult to hold back my tears. Maybe it was because I was just a naïve, impressionable 20 years old, but I think not. I truly felt that Captain Shinseki loved us and watched over us while at the same time fulfilling our missions, some difficult and some mundane. The old saying "I would follow him into hell" if he gave the command was how I felt. He was a consummate leader. I was proud to serve under him.
To those who say he does not care about veterans and that he was just a political wonk that didn't care about veterans welfare, I say "Nuts".
I wish him the best in the future and hope that one day he will join us at a reunion. June 11, 2014 0 0 66.11.4.30 Annie parvin Topeka ks Anniem61@me.com Hello, I had the pleasure of meeting 4 members of the 3/5 cav this past weekend at a small reunion in Chapman ks. I must say what an honor it was. These gentlemen were truly the definition of what a soldier is. I work for the Dept of Veteran Affairs and this weekend gave me a greater appreciation for all Veterans. My family thanks them all for their service to our country. God Bless you all. I will never forget you, you all have a special place in my heart.

Annie June 10, 2014 0 0 68.103.144.97 JOHN WITHAM MINNESOTA, NOW PHOENIX AZ gpaof11@hotmail.com SPANKY, WERE YOU THE MAIL CLERK IN HHT FROM 69-70? IWAS THE CO CLERK AT THAT TIME. June 10, 2014 0 0 184.101.14.130 Nathan Berdahl Jamestown, ND nberd22@gmail.com Hello, I'm second Cousin to PFC David D. Berdahl, MIA/BNR 1/20/72, Quang Tri Province, South Vietnam, NW of Khe Sahn. I would really like to know if anyone knew him because I have taken to learning about him since I discovered this part of my family. If you have any info, please contact me at Facebook @ Nathan Berdahl, or at nberd22@gmail.com. God speed. June 10, 2014 0 0 24.111.199.75 Rick Hocevar West Melbourne FLorida BB I was on double deuce with Serrit, Poncho, Doc Miller and Geronmio 70, 71 contact me on facebook or 218-750-2778 June 9, 2014 0 0 108.240.197.182 Bruce BB Breault Rockford, il brucebreault3@gmail.com Spooky, long time no see. Hope all is well for you. June 7, 2014 0 0 98.213.137.244 James Sikora Kinsale, Co Cork, Ireland jamessikora71@hotmail.com Black Knights,

I just found this website, and want to sign the guestbook and wish each and every one of you good health and best wishes from Kinsale, Ireland.
I served in E Co, 3/5 Cav from 1989 to 1991. I hope and believe we kept your legacy intact in combat in Iraq.

Respectfully,

James Sikora June 6, 2014 0 0 91.142.225.222 mike cook Hi Brothers
Yes the Reunion has been moved to September at the Colorado Springs Reunion meeting we asked the membership how they felt about getting away from the June –July heat and humidity. They responded and gave us the freedom to move the dates to a cooler month. The recon leader got back to the board and it was agreed to go with September , you will also notice we added a day to the reunion so the brotherhood could take a little extra time in our capitol. There will be some more changes as we move into the final months of preparation. June 4, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Mike Buxton HHT 6/69-12/70 hht91@midmaine.com Has the reunion been moved to September or is it a misprint ? June 4, 2014 0 0 64.223.214.123 Frank Galek Pasadena,MD. franknbert@gmail.com Had a Fantastic conversation with Mike Buxton today.Great to hear from a fellow brother from nam.I really look forward to meet with all at the reunion!
Frank May 29, 2014 0 0 173.69.190.182 Mike Buxton HHT support hht91@midmaine.com Frank Galek this site won,t allow us to see e mail addresses ,I just tried to post my phone number and it won't let me do that either. so I'll try this..... two zero seven five eight four three seven three four...call me May 28, 2014 0 0 64.223.214.123 Danny Miller "C" Troop 68-69 Charleston, West Virginia dbr123d@hotmail.com I am looking for information on the upcoming reunion in St, Louis, Missouri.

"Thanks" for your help,

Danny Miller May 27, 2014 1 0 173.80.119.119 Frank Galek Pasadena,MD. franknbert@gmail.com trying to contact Mike Buxton.....Please email me
Frank May 27, 2014 0 0 173.69.190.182 Danniel Ward Indiana wardarlo1@gmail.com My uncle, SP/4 Melvin L. Martz, was with D Trp. 3rd Sqdn. 5th Cav. 9th Inf. Div. KIA 26 May 1967. Can anyone tell me anything about his time in Vietnam. I was only 8 years old at the time. 10 years later I too was SP/4 with the 3rd Inf. Div. Thank You for everything. May 26, 2014 0 0 216.163.151.227 Mike Buxton HHT support hht91@midmaine.com Frank Galek , which platoon were you in ? May 26, 2014 0 0 64.223.214.123 Ron Williams West Virginia ronw13@twc.com To our brothers in the canteen at Fiddlers Green, drink a toast to yourselves boys, as will we, you're our Heroes!
Ron B.I.A
1st. plt. A-Troop
The Nam 69-70 May 26, 2014 0 0 74.132.36.24 Mike Cook Wishing all of the Brothers a well deserved memorial day
God bless all of you and Remembering those that gave it all
Love all of you guys
Cookie :!cool: May 25, 2014 0 0 97.97.239.160 Mike Lavender San Pablo , California mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com Glad we made it back to the real world and remembering the ones that didn't , God bless . Mike May 25, 2014 0 0 98.248.192.44 John Sedoski (Spooky) Wheeling, WV From Spooky in WV, welcome home. Happy Memorial Day. God Bless! May 24, 2014 0 0 71.206.218.150 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Thinking of all who have served, past and present, especially those those who gave all and their families this memorial day week-end. May we never forget. May 23, 2014 0 0 97.94.142.177 Dennis Whitman Mount Olive, NC dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com Robert Gentle,
I just saw your post in the guestbook. My father is SFC Joseph A. Whitman (A37) May 68-May 69. I don't know if you knew or remember him. I'm so glad to hear that you've reconnected with some of your brothers. I have a pic of my dad with the a great bunch of the guys and think it is possible that you are among those in the pic. If you would like to contact me I would be happy to forward a copy of the pic to you. Dad passed away in 1973 (heart attack) but I have fond memories and am pleased to hear from those who served with him. My e-mail is dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com.
Welcome to the website and thanks for your service.

Dennis Whitman May 11, 2014 0 0 75.177.144.150 Frank Galek Pasadena,MD. franknbert@gmail.com 1969/1970 hht Dong-ha May 7, 2014 0 0 173.69.190.182 Mike Guethle Dexter, MO michaelguethle@hotmail.com Hello my uncle Jimmy Thompson served in C Troop and was killed in action in the Phuoc Tuy Province on 12/31/1967. I have a grainy picture of him on his ACAV and it looks like "Cherry" is written on the side. I am trying to gather information for my mom and our family and was hoping someone might remember him or have been in the area at the same time. Thanks, MG May 6, 2014 0 0 70.242.142.169 Jessie Jennings Jr New Orleans jennings306@bellsouth.net I was the Medical Plt. Sgt doing the GW please put me on the list. Thanks May 6, 2014 0 0 74.240.140.186 Jim Ferguson Princeton Wv jimferguson@citlink.net need some help in finding a book.Name of the book is 9th Inf Div Nineteen 66.hope someone has an extra one they want to sell or know where i can get one.they were sold at Ft Riley 1966.guess i was in wrong place at the wrong time.if someone in C-Trp has one that is coming to the reunion & have one you want to get rid of bring it.the book only has the pictures of the men at Ft Riley while the 9th was being put together. April 28, 2014 0 0 184.9.160.107 Peg Wilkins. Timmys widow Elyria, Ohio pegwilkins04@gmail.com I am really looking forward to seeing Timmys friends once again. I am hoping all of my family will go to Fredericksburg, Va. With me. Thanks out to Tom Kell who gave me this information! I hope all is well with everyone. Would like to here from anyone of Timmys friends. He is very missed. My email is pegwilkins04@gmail.com.Regards Peg :o April 27, 2014 0 0 172.56.23.164 David L Riley Kokomo Indiana syntax5050@yahoo.com I was in vihn long in all of 1970 with Dtrp 3/5 cav
Light horse was our call sign We were the little
* * * of The * * * cab as we were fragged off from
The rest of the 3/5 cav. April 27, 2014 0 0 76.230.74.56 John Lang Penn Nanchangjohn@yahoo.com My father in law David dayson served in d troop from 68- 69 in dong tam, seeing if anyone knows him, thank all of you for your service, and god bless April 26, 2014 0 0 72.79.131.206 Charles Katon Eugene, Oregon vetbiker@hotmail.com Haven't contacted the BlackKnights website or org. for years. But sitting here in a hotel in Hanoi was moved to do so. I have been back to Vietnam 6 times since 1967 to build schools. Wasn't sure why I came back the first time in 2001 with a brother-vet from the 25th Inf. When he died in 2005 from Agent Orange inflicted esophogeal cancer and asked me to return to our first school and leave some of his ashes so he could be with other brothers, I did. Now that I have a different memory of this place--A COUNTRY-A PEOPLE-NOT JUST A WAR I am a better person. Anyone wishing to discuss my experiences since returning please contact me. April 25, 2014 0 0 117.6.132.245 Tom Maresco (Led) Chagrin Falls,Ohio led3.5cav@icloud.com "C"-Troop,1st.Plt.,70-71.Drove track-12.Would like to see more troopers from this time frame come to our reunions . April 23, 2014 0 0 173.189.78.41 alfred spivey beaumont tx alfredspivey1948@gmail.com I SERV. TWO years in the nam in HHT 1968-1970 I was atach to B-tropp when C-troop wipe out at dong ha.I had A Co- by the name of capt. HUFF I would love to find him. :!mad: :!mad: :!mad: :!mad: :!devil: :!mad: :!mad: :!mad: April 16, 2014 1 0 108.228.188.5 Sabrina McChesney Lucas Northern New Jersey sabrinalucas40@hotmail.com I am interested in if anyone knew a Frank L. McChesney (probably Major) who served in Vietnam in 1965 (is my guess). He flew helicopters. I know that his call sign was Knight6. Dad passed away 10 years ago but he is with me daily. He was truly proud to be a black knight! April 10, 2014 0 0 67.238.78.186 Joel Church Bozeman mt. jchurch1160@msn.com Gentle, You old tramp dog. I was your track commander. Lyons was our section sergeant. You were driving my track when you got hurt on firebase Charlie brown.I have called every Robert Gentle and R. Gentle listed in three states and could not find you. We are planning to get together with with Lyons this summer. Hope you can make it to Kansas to see him with us. April 9, 2014 0 0 63.153.1.105 Ronald B Goee Decatur, AL rgoree2816@gmail.com Robert Gentle,

We have been looking for you. We just found SSG (1SG Ret) Lyons last year. He is alive and living near Fort Riley KS. I saw him last year on the way to our 3/5 Cav reunion.

Joel Church talks about you every time we get together. I am glad we found you or that you found us.

Call me at 256-466-0238.

I was the platoon leader, 3rd platoon A Troop 3/5 cad 68/69.

We also have Cpt Meaders, 1SG Walker, Joel Church, Rob Klock, Doc Richard Oliver (who took Fitzgeralds place as 3rd platoon medic). April 9, 2014 0 0 72.215.14.207 Robert E Gentle Kannapolis NC fillfree2learn@yahoo.com I have been looking for members of my unit when iwas in Vietnam/NOV 68 Nov 69.I was a apc driver in the 3/5 Cav A troop #rd platoon A31D SSG Lion was my track commander April 8, 2014 0 0 166.82.163.103 Mike Cook Inverness FL. I just received a email from Franc Reed letting me know that Col. Mahler's (wife) Elle Mahler passed away a few months ago. When Col. Mahler was with the Cav he was the Squadron XO in 1968. As most of you know Col. Mahler wrote the book Ringed in Steel he was the Squadron XO in 67-68.

REST IN PEACE April 8, 2014 0 0 97.97.226.65 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net I'm very sad today to hearing of the passing of a longtime brother in arms, Rafael Ramos Rosario, a fellow scout section leader in 3-5 cavalry. He was a good scout and great man. RIP my brother. April 5, 2014 0 0 69.144.9.119 JOHN T BERGEN BROOKLYN NY / NOW/ NUTLEY NJ veitnamjb68@aol.com :) April 5, 2014 0 0 71.172.52.177 Mike Lavender San Pablo , California mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com Matthew Wolfard , I just got off the phone with Tom Rothwell , even though it was almost midnight in Florida where he lives . I just sent him some photos of what we like to call Boat People , we were some of the first 3rd platoon C Troop in Viet Nam . He asked me to go to our web page because you had placed a post there . Now I see that Craig Yockey has also ansewered you . Craig and I were very good friends back then and still keep in contact with each other . I know that Craig has at least one photo of your dad because him and I have looked at his collection together . I have at least 2 maybe 3 of him . Your dad and I were friends back then because at that time Craig your dad and I were all from California . I lived 25 to 30 miles north of Freemont at that time and still do . Give me a call anytime You would like . Mike Lavender 510-230-8507 April 5, 2014 0 0 98.248.192.44 Tom Rothwell Fla maddocr@peoplepc.com Matt, me and craig served with your father. I recently received some pics . Your father is in 2 of them. If you talk to Craig , he will give you my telephone number. Anytime , all and I'll get the pics to you. April 4, 2014 0 0 71.55.216.57 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net matthew wolfard . I served with your dad . we were in vietnam in 1967 give me a call 559 2752091 April 4, 2014 0 0 76.254.97.70 matthew wolfard St. Paul Minnesota sphc11@hotmail.com Hello black knights, my name is Matthew Wolfard I am the proud son of a black knight, Mr Michael L Wolfard (from Fremont Cali). I'm not sure of what years my father served in veitnam, I just know he was proud soldier. I'm on here to find anyone who knew my father or may have served with my father. In December of 2013 my father passed away from diabetes he got from agent orange. I have all of my dad's military stuff from veitnam and his 25 years in the army, I kept all of it because he was my hero...well all of you are my hero's. I'm on here trying to find any info about my father's tour in veitnam. So, if anyone knew my father or how to get some info on him please let me know. Thank you and God bless all you knights April 4, 2014 0 0 66.191.130.50 Mike Cook Inverness FL. Brother's
It is with a sad heart that I have to inform you that Rafael 'Ralph' Ramos Rosario, has passed on to Fiddlers Green this week. Our prayers go out to his family.
Ralph served in Vietnam in A Troop 1st Platoon from December 1966 to December 1967. He was a card caring member and loved to come to the Reunions. He always had a smile and a good word for all of his Brothers. He was in attendance at the Colorado Springs Reunion in his wheel chair with a smile. Ralph was a true brother in every sense of the word, and he will be missed greatly.
Boots and Saddles
Our Brother
:!beer: :!beer: April 4, 2014 0 0 97.97.226.65 George Bloodworth Hawkinsville, Ga safetycb@msn.com Would like to hear from anyone who was with D troop, 3/5 attached to 9th div in Dong Tam in 69 March 29, 2014 0 0 166.147.121.145 donald stantz spring hill fl dstantz@hotmail.com any one ever here from George Smith, co clerk A troop, 68/69? March 25, 2014 0 0 70.125.60.49 Clinton Weekley Virginia clintonusa1@windstream.net It was nice to talk to both Terry and my old 1sgt Dewey after all the years It sure brings back memorys both good and some not so good. glad you both are still kicking hope see you both. March 24, 2014 0 0 98.21.131.176 Dewey Fambry The Colony TX wolf380@swbell.net Thanks Terry, I always knew that THERE MAY BE SOME ONE WE MISSED on the KIA list March 23, 2014 0 0 99.136.80.86 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilk@charter.net Dewey, In answering your and Clinton Weakley's question about the name of Sgt. Williams gunner who was KIA in the RPG hit on Williams tank, was, Sgt. Willie Angus
my best friend at that time. I was driving Sgt Weakley's tank catching up to William's tank within about 20 yrd.'s when it was hit exploding immediately blowing Sgt William's out, killing

Willie and the loadee, blowing the driver, Harold Spears out of his hatch badly brusing his thighs and his chest. Sgt Weakly my
t.

c. killed the killer team of 3 that day. I can't remember the loader's name, but I can see his face vividly This a memory I'll never forget. March 23, 2014 0 0 97.94.148.244 Dewey Fambry The Colony TX wolf380@swbell.net Clinton Weekley called me today and brought back many memories, I told him about the reunions both Troop and Sqdn. and he had a few questions so I told him to get to the web site and then the guest book and ask his questions. We are looking for Lt Richard Smith a Plt Ldr in A Troop. we also need the name of the gunner on SFC Williams tank who was KIA near FSB Apple.
I also keep a list of those who have passed since our return, each reunion we recognize those members. March 22, 2014 0 0 99.136.80.86 john osgood lees summit, mo jrosgood@earthlink.net Bill Vaughn: Bill what did you do at Dong tam? I was up north from June 68 to end of Feb 69 and then after R&R ended up at Dong Tam until I rotated home. It was pretty small place. I am sure we ran across each other. March 17, 2014 0 0 75.54.66.235 Bill Vaughan Anaheim Hills California billdog@pacbell.net I was transferred from 9th avn bn to 3/5th in July 69 at Dong Tam, than in Aug we turned Dong Tam over to the Arvns and we went south to Vinh Long, and attached to 7/1 air cav. I rotated back to the states in Nov 69.
Proud to have served with the 9th, and 3/5 March 17, 2014 0 0 75.19.164.147 Bruce McKay Bozeman MT. brucermckay@hotmail.com I lost my best friend in Vietnam his name was Thomas, went by Tom middle name Neil last name Grose. he served in D troop, 3rd sqdn,5th cavalry 9th infantry div. Killed in Kien Hoa province So. Vietnam he was killed on Feb.25th 1969 shot down in a helicopter. I am looking for anyone who may have known him, he was from Helena Montana. I would appreciate anyone contacting me that knew him or has photo's of him or any information. It would be greatly appreciated, thanks Bruce McKay My address is 281 Woodman dr. Belgrade Mt. 59714 March 13, 2014 0 0 69.163.86.169 Robert McConnell Fort Jackson, South Carolina robert.s.mcconnell4.civ@mail.mil I was reading your history web page and purusing your members' photo sites and you have some fantastic historical images. I would like to post a picture I have from 1970 for 3-5 Cav as I don't know anyone in the picture or where it came from. March 13, 2014 0 0 160.150.65.52 Albert Cooley (Al) Louisiana cooliebyrds@msn.com I was with the Black Knight from July 1970 until September 1971 March 12, 2014 0 0 108.32.179.206 steven"doc"miles ny/md. stevenmiles19@gmail.com great website, i would like to trade patches and unit crests of black knights for my unit contact me. thank you! March 12, 2014 0 0 206.108.117.4 Don Vickery Cleveland, Ga Retcavpilot@gmail.com So glad I found the web site. More comments later, but you can tell by the email I am retired and a Cav Pilot! Scouts Out!

Don Vickery (1967)2
Spook 13 (The Unlucky Spook)
Crusader 12 March 1, 2014 0 0 75.91.41.36 Rick Todd Harper Woods Mi Htoddrichard@aol.com Tom, Thank you, yes the name now rings a big bell. Have a great day Tom. Thanks again, it's been driving me nuts. March 1, 2014 0 0 76.9.127.234 Fonley Allen Dunlap, Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Grand Opening for the United States Army Armor and Cavalry Gallery March 27, 2014 at Ft Benning, GA.

Wouldn't that be a great place for a reunion. February 26, 2014 0 0 69.66.133.12 JAMES MC DONALD ARKANSAS CTX25556@CENTURYTEL.NET JAMES SCHUMER
RENO LIVES IN AUSTIN,TX... TALKED TO HIM YESTERDAY.AN HE WILL CONTACT YOU LATER...

I WAS IN B TRP IN 70-71 TOO

WE ALL GET TOGETHER IN SEPT.
CONTACT DAVE GRANT HE IS OUR TRP... REP...

MAC February 26, 2014 0 0 72.161.162.219 Gerald Condon N Dartmouth, Massachusetts gcondon1963@gmail.com I was a 1st cook at D Troop 3rd of 5th Cav Feb 1968 to Nov 1968. I cooked in the mess hall at Bearcat and with 11 days left had to move to Dong Tam. I have pictures of dough boys and other people at Bearcat. February 25, 2014 0 0 98.229.89.177 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net Sanford Collins go to home page click on about us and then click on membership form. February 21, 2014 0 0 76.254.97.70 James(kraut) Schumer Perryville Missiouri gandy1950@yahoo.com Don't remember much but I think it was 3/5 cav first patoon B Troop
71 to72 was asign to a track that had 3 * * * the TC was
Reno, L-gunner was (Ozzy) Oskipode and R-gunner was (Ske)
Kozinski three of the best guy you've ever wanted to know they help a lot
and I was the only german (krat) as they called me three * * * and one krat man did I catch hell these three guys taugh me a lot before they rotated and I think that's what help me get by rest of my tour there
just wanted to say thanks guys February 21, 2014 0 0 166.147.104.25 Sandford Collins 24690 Cornell rd. Arcadia Indiana 46030 Tnvols58@hotmail.com I would like info & how to join.I was in 5th Cav CS 4/54194th Armour Bigarde. February 20, 2014 0 0 166.147.104.170 Tom Rothwell Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com Rick , his name was Ponserella . Ring a bell?????
Welcome home. February 16, 2014 0 0 71.55.222.253 Rick Todd Harper Woods Mi htoddrichard@aol.com To all my fellow Boat People I'm trying to remember the name of our C troop First Sergeant, older guy with short gray hair kinda gruff, from New York I think. Capt. Bush was the C.O and Lt. Festa was the XO till he went to A troop. Top was there when we were still at Fort Riley. I'll never forget him, just his name. I screwed up the trans in his jeep, did I catch hell. Sure hope there are still some boat people out there with good memories. I served as the armorer June 66 to Oct 67.
God Bless All You Guys and welcome home. :o February 15, 2014 0 0 76.9.127.234 Larry Harper Hubbard, Ohio harpla@sbcglobal.net Does anyone know where I can buy some 3/5 cav patches? February 9, 2014 0 0 75.19.125.156 Spanky Oregon Coast yaquinaotter@hotmail.com I've got 3 or perhaps it's 4 albums of photos.....68-69 1st. Platoon, C trp.. 1 Alfa and then squadron mail clerk...

I've planned to copy them to disc and forward it to
" Chrome Dome "....Not sure how soon I'll get the project started and finished...It tugs at my heart...

Sand dune areas of the coast (perhaps Wonder Beach ?); Camp Evans ; aerial views from Evans to the road being cut into the Ashau....

A smile to " Nu " Newman....

Spanky.... February 2, 2014 1 0 174.22.13.191 h dusty benach lebanon PA (aka Detroit) bendusty@msn.com another year is over a new year to begin. I had bad last half a year of 2013. hoping 2014 brings better in family and friends. My brothers of the cav help me through my misfortunes. Im glad i can call on you when needed. Im still searching for people whom i served with the flame platoon between April 1970 till standdown in November 1971. Dong HA, Quang Tri, and if any made it to Phu Bi welcome home to all see you all at the next reunion 2015. February 1, 2014 0 0 75.75.130.226 TerryPilkington Redding,ca. tdpilk@charter.net Joe Justice, I had afew brews with Gene Stevens the other night and neither one of us could remember your name, but does that surprise you. Your name does ring a bell in my little pea brain, but sometimes I think I want to remember more than I really do. I was installed on Genes tank mid May 67' and was with him till early Dec.67' when he left country. Ray Littman was one of my crew memembers, which we keep in contact with each other and I met him again for the first time at the re-union at Co.Sprgs. in June 46 yrs. later. Some of the names I recall, Sgt. Ute, Adair, Jim Fisher,

carter, Lenard(Mortar Track),Wille Angus, John Lay, Leroy Boone, And many faces I can't put a name to. Terry Pilkington 3rd plt. A trp., 5-67to5-68. February 1, 2014 0 0 97.94.148.244 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net terry . I also called and thanked Donnie joule .. hope to meet him personally on my next trip to reno. January 29, 2014 0 0 76.254.97.70 Terry Pilkington Redding, ca. tdpilk@charter.net I would also would like to thank Donnie Joule for the 3/5cav coin for this FNG as a knew member of this organization. I called him and thanked him personally, but I'd like to also thank him on this web site,so all knows of his selfless contribution at his own expence. Thank you Donnie. January 27, 2014 0 0 97.94.148.244 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net would like to say thank you to DONNIE JOULE for the 5th cav medallion that was sent to me as a new member and first time reunion attendee . again THANKS. January 24, 2014 0 0 76.254.97.70 Joe m.Justice Freeport,FL Bayman2154@aol.com Gene Stevens serve with you in 67 was on McKee track also Caseys track. January 14, 2014 0 0 98.162.186.57 Tom Maresco (Led) Chagrin Falls,Ohio led3.5cav@icloud.com Hi Guys,Finally reporting in.Hope all made it through the mini-ice age.
Tom (Led) 1st.Plt./"C"-Troop/Oct.-70 thru Oct.-71.Driver:"12"-Track :D January 11, 2014 0 0 173.189.72.176 John Marquez Fresno, Calif. johnm225@sbcglobal.net In country Jan 68 till Dros Oct.68 assigned to H.H.T MOS.
63C20 "From the Delta to the DMZ" that was us. 3rd /5th Cav.have a few pics of some of the guys will pull out of the past and send later. January 9, 2014 0 0 107.217.148.241 dave grant iowa RICK I DROVE 21 OCT-68 MY TC WAS LARRY CRAWFORD WE WERE AT WANDER BEACH WHEN I GOT THERE January 7, 2014 0 0 67.3.118.253 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Hey Vic Mireles, what year were you there as your name is familiar and the guy you named as Gonzoles we had a fellow named that in the 1st Plt. 67/68 January 6, 2014 0 0 76.177.51.110 Bruce Christensen Menominee MI bcc@new.rr.com Was transferred from scout platoon of 2nd/47 mech. into 3rd/5th Cav around approximately July, 1967. Spent the rest of my tour until January, 68 with the Cavalry. I don't remember any names so if anyone remembers me, please let me know. January 6, 2014 0 0 69.23.64.117 Rick Bjorgum Dalton,Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com Was B troop feb 68 to feb 69 . I don't remember many names , but I keep watching for ones that I do : Lashley ( Texas), Gallagher was my driver on 66 , Richard Perry and I were on 16 as was Bolden , went home at the same time as Harkey. The only one I ve found is Redoak 6 ( John Osgood ) , before him was Capt. Finn . January 6, 2014 0 0 66.228.249.223 vic mireles sullivan city, tx vmireles7503@yahoo.com served 6/67 thru 7/68, first at Blackhorse by xuan loc and after tet on to dong ha and rocket valley. I was with b troop.....that is all I remember except for troopers Watson, miller, gonzalez, king, harkey sgt Hutchison. Happy New Year to all. If anybody remembers me please respond. January 5, 2014 0 0 108.94.120.70 LONNIE ZEBELL ED MURRY I REMEMBER YOU NOW I HAVE A FLIC OF YOU SETTEING IN 1-7 TURRET. GLAD TO KNOW YOU ARE STILL ALIVE AND KICKING. I KEEP IN TOUCH WITH AL VANDERWAL.
SO HOPE YOU HAVE A GREAT YEAR. 1-7 DD January 4, 2014 0 0 69.208.75.114 Richard A. Dunn Colorado Springs, Co. richarddunn_01@q.com Well done. January 3, 2014 0 0 71.221.96.184 William Rhodes Virginia Williamrhodes@gmail.com B Toop 3/5 Cav. 1967 1968 .
Tet offensive. January 2, 2014 1 0 72.218.54.160 DAVE GRANT IOWA HOOT CAL ME (515)265-0761 December 31, 2013 0 0 67.3.115.141 Hugh (hoot ) Smith Pigeon Michigan MI Dave I would like my name to B-Troop roster December 31, 2013 0 0 208.99.231.80 Steve Mangum Conway SC mangumsteve@yahoo.com Rick,
I was in B Trp. Don't remember plt. December 30, 2013 0 0 206.74.60.123 eugene blakely oneonta, al. 35121 rilcsx@aol.com bill bass from alabama. i may remember you the name sounds familiar. 11/6911/71 3/5 c troop track 36,33,31 50 cal. driver and the rest. December 29, 2013 0 0 72.243.184.160 DAVE GRANT IA HAY HOOT IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO HAVE YOUR CONTACT INFO ON THE B-TROOP ROSTER GO TO THE REP LIST ON THE BLACKKNIGHT PAGE AND GIVE ME A CALL. WE HAVE 56 NAMES ON OUR LIST December 27, 2013 0 0 67.3.115.141 sgt. t.w. rothwell c-trp. 3rd plt. 66-67 fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com to those that are a part of a time that no one wants to remember , the sacrifices that were made , the friends that were walked away from , the family that we were . just remember, think about the changes that have been made since then. and how it is now for the those that are sent into harms way. at least "now" they get some respect. your all heros, Merry X-mas. December 26, 2013 0 0 71.55.222.156 hugh HOOT smith pigeon mich I would like to wish all B-Troup 3/5 cav a merry christmas and a happy new year. December 25, 2013 0 0 208.99.231.80 Mike Cook Merry Christmas to all of our Brothers in Arms Please keep those defending our Country that can't be home in your thoughts and payers
Mike Cook December 25, 2013 0 0 74.134.151.104 mel"buffalo"holland elgin, ill. elginmel66@gmail.com Merry Christmas and happy New year to all my 3/5 CAV. B.I.A
A troop 1st plt. 1970. December 24, 2013 0 0 70.194.134.39 Philip "Gary" Jackson Summerville S.C. pgaryjackson@hotmail.com Merry Christmas to all. I was a gunner on 14 track, 1st platoon,C troop 70-71. Charlie blew the track out from under us on the yellow brick Rd. 29mar71. Doc Pederson saved my life before he was KIA along with Sgt. Cox. Does anyone remember the ride back to the motor pool on Christmas of 70 from the back yard? We ticked off a lot of locals that night. Wow! So long ago. Go Bless you all. Gary Jackson December 24, 2013 0 0 174.107.93.197 Ron Williams Kentucky ronw13@twc.com Merry Christmas, all my 3-5 CAV brothers.
We may be old, wrinkled and ailing but we're still Black Knights. HOOAHH!!!
Ron 1st plt A-Troop 69-70 December 24, 2013 0 0 74.128.77.11 Rick Bjorgum Dalton , Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com Merry Christmas to all . Need info on B troop reunion in Mo. December 23, 2013 0 0 66.228.249.223 DAVE GRANT IOWA TO ALL B-TROOPERS HAVE A SAFE AND MERRY XMAS FROM YOUR REP..DAVE & BARB.. PUT THE B-TROOP REUNION IN MO. ON YOUR LIST OF GREAT THINGS TO DO 2014..(BE WEAR OF THE YELLOW SQUARE) December 23, 2013 0 0 67.3.115.141 DONALD CHMIEL WARREN MICH TIGERZFAN@WIDEOPENWEST.COM FORGOT YEARS I WAS THERE DUUUUU !!!!!68/69. December 22, 2013 0 0 67.149.139.159 DONALD CHMIEL WARREN MICH TIGERZFAN@WIDEOPENWEST.COM HEY ALL MY BROTHERS HAVE A GREAT XMAS & NEW YEARS,IAM SORRY NAMES I HAVE NO CLUE ,FACES IAM BETTER. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU GUYS,THANKS FOR HAVING MY BACK. A-TROOP 1ST PLT TRACK 12,ANY BODY KNOW ME,SGT E5 December 22, 2013 0 0 67.149.139.159 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Clinton Weekley, this is a reminder to you if you missed my note to you on 12-4-13, you might have my T.C. on my tank later part of 67'thru TET 68' and in Hue Feb. 68'. We were in 3rd plt. sent N. on LST's to DaNang with A Trp. Got off LST and loaded our 3rd plt. on 3 LCU,s went N. to mouth of the Perfume River headed up to Hue and after being greeted properly by the NVA and VC there's not much I remember for days later. We were pulled into the Cididal and remand there held up with the marines. You wore your D.I. hat sometimes when you sat behind the fifty cal. If this is you I'd like to hear from you and our crew after I left the Asha Valley in 5-8-68. My ph.# is 530-223-5852, E-mail tdpilk@charter.net. If this not the same Sgt. Weekley, I still am glad you made it back tohte world. and wish you and all our fellow troopers a very merry Xmas and a happy new year. December 21, 2013 0 0 97.94.148.244 Rick Hocevar Florida now Steve what troop were you in and what platoon
I remember Oakie in A trp 2nd plt December 20, 2013 0 0 108.240.197.182 Steve Mangum (38) Conway SC mangumsteve@yahoo.com I was in country in Dong Ha 1969-1970. Had the side blown off my Sheridan on the DMZ Oct. 70. Had 38 days left. Looking for my driver Okie, gunner Chuck, or loader Bill (Bama) December 19, 2013 0 0 206.74.60.123 Eddie Murray eddie.murray@verizon.net Lonnie, I have a picture of you and Dude,AKA jack Easler at the picnic we went to on the beach. December 19, 2013 0 0 68.238.231.150 LONNIE ZEBELL THREE OAKS MI lzebell@att.net I WAS IN COUNTRY FROM 2-70 TO 3-71
MR. MURRY IM SORRY I CANT PLACE YOU. I WILL DO A LITTLE DIGING AND SEE WHAT I COME UP WITH. December 18, 2013 0 0 69.208.73.94 Eddie Murray Selbyville DE eddie.murray@verizon.net Just on a whim stopped by the website again. I see Zebell signed it, If you view this again I remember you, I was on the 13 and 16 track in country from 12/69 to 11/70 December 17, 2013 0 0 108.16.174.220 LONNIE ZEBELL THREE OAKS MICHIGAN lzebell@att.net I WAS IN B TRP IN 70-71 I DROVE 1-7 FOR SGT CORDELL
I WAS IN THE FIRST PLT. December 15, 2013 0 0 69.208.73.94 Rick Hocevar now in Florida photoric09@msn.com Was with A Trp 3/5 Cav Feb 1970 to April 1971 2nd Plt 22 Track
Merry Christmas to All and Happy New Year for those who knew Charles Serritt he has passed away
Would like to here from those that remember me I am on Facebook and have hooked up with a few there
Brad (Doc King) John (Smitty) Smith Slick, Poncho, Spooky Gary Stakus :D December 15, 2013 0 0 108.240.197.182 WILLIAM (BILL) BASS ALABAMA crimsonpride777@aol.com Hey guys I was in Vietnam in 1971 3/5 cav tank div. Dong ha. Trying to find any of my friends. Please reply. December 8, 2013 0 0 98.83.224.189 Jim mcdonald arkansas blt308jm@hotmail.com Hey still
Looking for b troopers from 70/71 what has happened to all of y'all
Guess the young guy don't want see their vietnam bia.
There are 7 of us that enjoy spending time together doing things.
Float trips camping an just visiting. An the wives enjoyit to
We even have picked up some earlier b troopers and enjoy spending time with them doing things'''like one big happy family.. December 8, 2013 0 0 69.29.116.227 Jim mcdonald arkansas blt308jm@hotmail.com Hey still
Looking for b troopers from 70/71 what has happened to all of y'all
Guess the young guy don't want see their vietnam bia.
There are 7 of us that enjoy spending time together doing things.
Float trips camping an just visiting. An the wives enjoyit to
We even have picked up some earlier b troopers and enjoy spending time with them doing things'''like one big happy family.. December 8, 2013 0 0 69.29.116.227 Marvin Doc Davis Salem mnd0619@hotmail.com Tom Wolske, It's been awhile since we've in touch. I hope you and family are doing well and I wish you and all my Black Knight Brothers a merry Christmas and a happy New Year.Give me a call,my #is 503-409-0248. December 5, 2013 0 0 70.199.130.162 Terry Pilkington Redding, ca. tdpilk@charter.net Clinton Weekley, I was wondering if you might have been my T.C. from late 67' thru the TET 0f 68'. You wood have been in 3rd plt. on 38. If this was you you used to sit on the the cupoloe on guard with your drill sgt's. hat on. John Lay was the gunner and Lans was the loader and I was the driver. I never knew your first name, just Sgt. Weekley. I left you guys 5-8-68 at F.B. Cambrige before F.B. Bastone in the Asha Valley for home. If this is you I'd like to hear from you to find out what happened to the crew and after I left. If this I've a picture of us setting on the back deck of our tank inside the cididual in Hue. Glad you made it home anyway. My ph. # is 530-223-5852 if you'd like to contact me.

bastone in the

ashe valley December 4, 2013 0 0 97.94.148.244 mel"buffalo"holland elgin, ill. elginmel66@gmail.com Forgive me Kenny I don't know why i did that. November 29, 2013 0 0 67.184.1.206 mel"buffalo"holland elgin, ill. elginmel66@gmail.com Happy thanksgiving to all my 3/5 cav B.I.A. and their families, especially Ron E., Ron W., Eddie G., Denny H., Hank T. :p November 28, 2013 0 0 207.141.164.105 Michael vlaikov Cincinnati, oh Milosh_v@yahoo.com My father was a member of D troop 3/5 cav. From Dec 1967-Dec1968. He was recon. He was shot on april 25th 1968. Along with several other men. He was lucky enough to survive. I am looking for a man who's nickname was " shorty"! He was also shot that day but my father and I were unable to find out whether he survived or was KIA. Unfortunately my dad can not remember his real name just the nickname. I am in search of a D troop roster 3/5 cav. From Jan 1968. So we can search for him. If he was KIA. My father wants to find his name on the "wall". But if by some miracle he survived. And is still alive. My father would very much like to talk to him. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you November 28, 2013 0 0 71.179.188.134 John Toohill Le Roy, IL jatoohill44@gmail.com Dana - good to hear from you. Call me if you have a moment (309-275-2233). Happy Thanksgiving to everyone. November 27, 2013 0 0 70.194.73.59 Clinton Weekley Virginia clintonusa1@windstream.net I was with A trp 67/68 A-37 its been a long time, I still think about it November 24, 2013 0 0 98.21.135.95 Art Reynolds 682 kilroy road oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net well just out of VA hosiptal,glad to be home ;) November 20, 2013 0 0 184.8.177.219 Heil,Dana Boise,Idaho heil_namvet6768@yahoo.com I served with A Troop,67-68 out of Bearcat.This is my first serious attempt at getting hooked in with proper membership.Anybody out there that can help me with this I would very much appreciate it. Is John Toohill still on the roster? I was with the first platoon.I'd like to connect with my Cav brothers, it's long overdue. ....best wishes to all the survivors. Thank-you' Dana November 19, 2013 0 0 74.202.214.22 DON CHMIEL WARREN MICH TIGERZFAN@WIDEOPENWEST.COM KEITH THANKS WELCOME Me nam in 68-69 Recon 3/5 cav ,Camp Evans A troop 1st platoon Track 12 cav forever Give me a holler !!!!!!!!!!! November 19, 2013 0 0 67.149.139.159 Keith O'Dell Wichita Falls, Tx. kodell9@hotmail.com 3/5 CAV was my first unit when I was a young 18 year old. Served as a Bradley mechanic for B company while deployed to Bosnia from Dec. 1995 to Dec. 1996. Was there as our unit changed from 3/5 CAV to 1/36 INF and moved from Kirchgons to Friedberg. PCSed in1998. November 19, 2013 0 0 209.4.229.30 Ron "Swamprat" Estey Gonzales, La. ron.estey@momentive.com To all of our veterans, but especially my 3/5 cav brothers, Thank You For Your Service. November 11, 2013 0 0 66.11.4.30 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com To all 3/5cav blackknights and who gave their best and beyond.Have a safe Veterans day. November 10, 2013 0 0 70.115.77.246 Ronald K Gimik Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 gimikcruiser1@yahoo.com I was in Vietnam in 1968, landed in Bear Cat. From there, I went on to Saigon, then Camp Evans. I was put in the Black Knights 3/5 calvary. In 1969, we were supposed to be pulled out and go home, but they picked a few of us to join the 3/5 to join the red diamond, and moved us up to the DMZ, spent 3 months there, and had to find my own way back home. I lost a lot of my friends on my trip. October 20, 2013 0 0 68.41.123.72 Gene Stevens CA/MT ewjms@msn.com @ Tom Rothwell, yes there are a few of us boaters still around...
Couldn't make it to the Colorado reunion but I'm sure two of my fellow tanker brothers who did attend represented A troop 3rd platoon in an upstanding and sober fashion, as always...LOL
Shipped out on the "Rose" from Oakland, Ca in late '66. Made a pit stop in Okinawa where most got tuned up for the rest of the voyage. Busted more jungle and ran into more stinging ants than I care to recall. Had the distinct privilege to light off the first of many 90 mm at Bau Bang. Went thru a lot of 50 and 7.62, most of the cannister and delivered a few HE and WP for good measure. Tank took a few hits but kept on tickin. Was quite fond of that hunk of steel and more importantly my cav brothers... October 14, 2013 0 0 166.147.88.23 Bill Masters Trout, La mastersbill@hotmail.com Was with A-Trp 3rd Platoon from 1970-1971 if anybody remembers served 2 tours with Blackhorse 11th cav any contact with Ray Parrish or Harold Boggs October 5, 2013 0 0 72.37.249.76 Michael J Santiago Hawaii santiagom002@hawaii.rr.com I was assigned to HHT from Feb 1968 thru Feb 1969 September 30, 2013 0 0 66.75.68.130 Crawford Lowell Kenney Western WA originally from Montana lkenney@eagleviewarms.com I was with C Troop from July till Sept or Oct '68. Rode the C35 track as a gunner. Ski was the TC. I am glad to find this page, Thank you

Lowell September 24, 2013 0 0 71.217.60.2 Jeff Lewis Washington State jumpnjeff@hotmail.com I served as a 63C for two years at Ft Lewis in A Troop,77-78. Peacetime, thank god. We had tremendious pride in our unit. I recall breaking the Ft Lewis record for staying in the field for a ten month stretch. My hat is off to you all the served combat duty in the 3/5 Cav. September 16, 2013 0 0 67.183.71.133 Brian Watkins Hilton Head, SC coastalyrls@gmail.com Severed 1996-1997 then moved to Friedburg. Assigned as driver for 3-5 Cav commander. Retired on May 22, 2000. September 16, 2013 0 0 64.253.21.122 John Rehfus Indianapolis johnrehfus@sbcglobal.net It is my sad duty to inform all you troopers that one of our brothers has moved on to Fiddler's Green. This Cav man was David O'Saille, who joined us right before Wonder Beach in '68. David, aka Gabby, worked in the HHT motor pool. He was one of our Charter Members, attending the 1987 reunion. If you are in White House, TN - the viewing is Friday, Sept 6 and the service is Saturday, Sept. 7 - Austin & Bell Funeral Home, White House, TN. If you ain't Cav, you ain't **** ! September 5, 2013 0 0 68.169.210.142 Tim Millican Brownwood Tx I was in dong ha 1970-1971 Trp C Tank Commander on Sheridan
Creepback I & 2 . September 3, 2013 0 0 198.228.201.171 Tim Millican Brownwood Texas tznct@aol.com SSG. Millican reporting. RVN 1970-1971. "Creepback" September 2, 2013 1 0 99.7.177.133 craig yockey fresno calif william ganz where do you live in calif .?? August 29, 2013 0 0 76.254.97.70 Frank Seoul Korea morseop@kornet.net Haven't heard from you in some time Charlie. Wife has the right idea. Would like a picture of you in fatigues for my book. Use my e-mail address August 28, 2013 0 0 121.162.46.24 William"Bill"ganz calif bg96160@yahoo.com Had good time in Colorado,,,,,, August 27, 2013 0 0 24.32.28.204 Tom Rothwell Inf. Sq. TC-C35 66-67, Boat ,Upshure Pittsburgh/ Orlando Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com It's been a few years since I last put in my 2 cents worth. I recently missed another reunion due to reasons that I had no control over. But it has made me wonder what happened to all the boat people that I served with !!! If your reading this then you , like me , are still looking for something. Found a few but most don't remember much. too distant. For those that made it to Colorado, I hope it made your century. From what I understand ,only "3" people from that period made it.I guess the whole sqaudron has gone on to fiddlers green.Would love to "talk" to those who still have memories of a time when we were "able" to do things and feel things that we dont't and can't do now. I know you ar eout there!!! August 25, 2013 0 0 71.55.218.179 LeRoy Jablonski Urbandale Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com I would like to post Carl Rabers Death on the Those who have gone on to the Fiddlers Green list,. but I am unable to find this list on our web-site. Would appreciate any help in this matter.. August 23, 2013 0 0 97.125.196.194 Philip (Gary) Jackson Summerville, S.C. pgaryjackson@hotmail.com I was a gunner on track 14 from Oct.70-Mar.71. Was wounded on 29Mar71 when Sgt. Cox and Doc Pederson was KIA. Would love to hear from anyone especially Noah Holland or Bill Cook. August 20, 2013 0 0 174.107.93.197 Dennis Whitman Mt. Olive, NC dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com Oops! In my previous post I said Sgt. Joseph Whitman was (A35). I meant (A37). Sorry. August 20, 2013 0 0 75.177.144.150 Ron "Swamprat" Estey Gonzales, La. ron.estey@momentive.com Dear Larry, I always have a * * * for you. August 19, 2013 0 0 66.11.4.30 Larry S. Crawford Clovis Ca. tlcraword@aol.com D trp. 4-68 to 10-68 B trp. 10-68 to 4-69 11 B 40
hey swamprat, got a cig. ? August 19, 2013 0 0 67.142.166.27 Dennis Whitman Mt. Olive, NC dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com Saw the post from Danny Allen Timanus from 08/05/13 who said he was A/3/5 68-69. My father was Sgt. Joseph Whitman (A35) 68-69. Danny, did you know him? would love to hear from you if you did. Thanks for your service. August 18, 2013 0 0 75.177.144.150 Michael marx Elkplane WA mj151m@aol.com S. Skinner That whole operation started as a mess. We rolled out of the tracks and the platoon move on to the ron site and sat up for the night. remember Sgt. Mike Kelly that was when he seen the NVR soldier and open up on him with the .50 not thinking about us on the far side of where he was shooting. had us hugging the ground. I don't remember the names of the cherry,s we took out with us, I do remember how scared they were. that night was also the first time I was on a main battle tank when the main gun cut loose it was yours and all I wanted was ammo. 20 claymores and a 1000 7.62x51 the sky went white and green tracers were coming from every. August 17, 2013 0 0 24.18.5.195 craig yockey calif. just had a nice chat with our medic fritz (doc )mulhauser from c-troop 3rd.of the 5th 1967. was good to talk to him after 46 yrs. ;) August 15, 2013 0 0 76.254.97.70 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net Ron Corbeille,
How did you know Sgt Eason? Were you in the Bird Dogs?
He and I served together in Schwabach, Germany before Ft Riley and RVN. Great guy and good friend. August 14, 2013 0 0 174.45.97.149 Mike Buxton Maine hht91@midmaine.com For Greg Curtis,raised in Greenbush five miles north of Old Town. In Lincoln now. 207-290-5920 call anytime. August 14, 2013 0 0 76.179.200.142 Ron harford killbuck ohio rlharford@embarqmail.com Just home from week of traveling spent a day with Paul&
Marsha Rebrovich in Kingsport Tn. Had a great reunion again . Williamsburg Va. was the last time we got together, Great host& hostess, my wife Linda & I got to see Kingsport, Bristol,& Johnstown Tn. We got to talk about the times in Nam he was my TC on 16 and 11 we even got to share a mine together at Alfa 4.That was some high flying time together. I Want to thank Paul and Marsha for a great time and great food.

So thanks Paul and Marsha
Ron Harford 1st. plt Ctrp. 3/5 Cav Sept 70-Sept 71 track 11 and 16 August 14, 2013 0 0 71.50.202.101 Margaret (Peg) Wilkins 443 Southwood Drive Elyria, Ohio 44035 pegwilkins04@yahoo.com Hi I am the widow of Timmy Wilkins who served Black Knights 3/5 Cav B Troop Timmy passed away May 23 2011. He is very much missed . I am really hoping to make it to the next reunion , which i am gathering is in Washington D.C? I did make it to the reunion in Louisville, Kentucky with my son, William. Am looking forward to seeing Timmy's friends in 2015 :) :) I have never missed a person as much as i do Timmy Regards Peg Wilkins I have new phone 440 5063330 Thank you for your time August 12, 2013 0 0 76.188.212.239 greg curtis maine ed duffy my apologies for the previous note I was in a little shock I don't do e mails if you wish to talk call 207 380 6133 August 12, 2013 0 0 72.224.219.57 greg curtis maine ed duffy greg and I were close friends August 12, 2013 0 0 72.224.219.57 richard block kentucky richardblock75@yahoo.com C.C. I was wondering what happen to you been awhile since I talked to you I'll give you a call soon
:) August 10, 2013 0 0 72.51.199.194 Stan Skinner Ottumwa,IA stanleyeskinner@yahoo.com I was in "C"Trp,3rd Plt, in 1971. I was on a Sheridan,C-39. On the main-gun, was painted, "WAR DADDY" August 10, 2013 0 0 50.82.18.126 C. Cantrell Virginia csea55@hotmail.com Frank, Dewey, Block & 'ol man, I'm still alive. Dewey, I'll send up some prayers for you! August 9, 2013 0 We are all happy that you are still alive, but we have not seen you in years. I have been having problems, but not life threatening,my wife has increased my life insurance that shows how much she loves me, its a birthday present. 98.244.120.146 Ron Corbeille Michigan Corby1747@aol.com Came over on Upshur, Dec 66. Was with 3/5 Cav. Driving track at the time of Bau Bang. HHT Was there fired a 50 at a scout before battle started. Hell of a night. Blank after first attack, don't remember much. Next day all the bodies we put in the ground. Buddies with Earl Peters, Bobby Gross, Bob Bassette, Jeff Dunk and Sgt. Joshua Eason August 9, 2013 0 0 69.244.161.158 craig yockey fresno ca . stan skinner when were you in nam and what troop ? i vagely remember a skinner in c-troop 67 August 9, 2013 0 0 76.254.97.70 Stan Skinner Ottumwa,Iowa stanleyeskinner@yahoo.com Mike: I do remember that ambush/incident, but only after you posted it! We did "bite-off" more than we expected. I don't recall anybody getting wounded or KIA, though. Was there any? Don't remember hardly anything about "Nam". And now, I do remember about Cpt. Carr, and your right, that's the only time he was with the platoon. I can remember you and Sgt. Baker. Do you remember when we booby-trapped a PC that had hit a mine, and it was getting late. "Higher-up" wanted to save it, but it was where we couldn't really secure it. That's the reason we booby-trapped it, BUT, when we went to connect the battery, we didn't realize that the "spoon/trip wire" was wet. In turn, we ended up blowing the damn thing up! We where awful close, due to the fact, our wire was a "little" short. I can still see the fireball coming towards us! Still amazes me that we didn't kill ourselves! Take care! August 9, 2013 0 0 50.82.18.126 ed duffey michigan mich179th_ed68@yahoo.com Sgt Gregory W Sheeler KIA 5/28/70 anyone knew him contact me, he's my cousin, I served 68 & 69 with 179th avn co. welcome home August 7, 2013 0 0 69.35.201.186 Frank Kelson Originaly Brooklyn NY back in 1952 morseop@kornet.net Cant get past the password section...grins!! August 6, 2013 0 0 121.162.46.147 Danny Allen Timanus Missouri dtimanus@gmail.com was with A/3/5 68-69 August 5, 2013 0 0 67.142.175.24 Vicki Hallas California vhallas@wildblue.net My husband Doug was a member and webmaster of this site prior to his death. Could I please get a copy of newsletter and have access to Fiddler's Green. I would also like to get in contact with a couple of Doug's buddies, Hache' and David Neuman. Thank you August 4, 2013 0 0 99.196.90.69 Dewey Fambry The Colony Texas wolf380@swbell.net I write this so I do not have to tell the event to every person. On the 22 of June my wife was 911 to the hospital , she was there for 5 days with a very bad infection, shortly after we got her home I was admitted 911 to the hospital and spent 2 days there. At this time Rosie is doing very well as for me I'm in rehab and will be for some time, my diagnosis was Benign positional vertigo and Peripheral neuropathy this has to do with balance and at this this time I can not run, since I walk with a cane, I expect to return to my old way of life soon, hopefully. However I can not drive except around my home area, if you have any special connections please send up a few prayers for me and I thank all of you in advance. :!devil: :!thinking: :D August 4, 2013 0 0 99.136.80.178 Mike Cook FROM Donald Helmbrecht Can you help Don ???

I attended the Colorado Springs Reunion and believe I left behind a book. It was most likely left in the hospitality room. The book is "Into Laos, Lam Son 719" by Keith Nolan. I'd sure like to get it back if anyone has recovered it. I can be reached at (406) 381-6661 Don Helmbrecht 511 Hudson Ln Victor, MT 59875 Appreciate your time and any help in this matter.
Had agreat time at the reunion and a great job putting it altogether.

Don July 31, 2013 0 0 74.134.151.104 MICHAEL MARX ELK PLANE WA. MJ151M@AOL.COM STANLEY SKINNER THE CO AT THE TIME WAS CPT. CARR AND IS OVER THE AMBUSH THAT SGT MARX AND SGT. BAKER SET UP AT HILL 108 SOUTH OS MIA LOC WHEN THE REST OF THE PLATOON HAD TO BAIL US OUT WHEN WE BITE OFF MORE THAN WHAT THE 6 OF US COULD DO AND REMEMBER THIS WAS THE FIRST AND LAST TIME HE CAME TO THE FIELD WITH US. SGT. MICHAEL MARX July 30, 2013 0 0 24.18.5.195 David (Dave) Hansen Glendale,AZ catlo_lo@yahoo.com Dave Hansen, I was on Swiftboats out of Catlo 1968/1969
Have found someone that was in the 9th Inf and took him up rivers
will get his name and post it.
I thing his name is Frank Gomez and was over there 67/68 or 69.

Dave Hansen
Vietnam 68/69
PCF 37 and others
HONORING the DEAD by HELPING the LIVING July 17, 2013 0 0 68.98.103.28 Steven Crilly Missouri farmhand62@yahoo.com Was in B & A troop, 3/5 cav in the late 70's early 80's.
Not much else to say , except my life is changed forever. July 16, 2013 0 0 173.186.175.186 JAMES MC DONALD ARKANSAS BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM I WANT TO SAY A BIG THANK YOU TO DAVE GRANT.. FOR YOUR WORK ON PLANNING B TRP. ACTIVITIES AT THE REUNION..

ALSO THANKs TO ALL THAT CALLED, AN EMAILED.. ABOUT MY HEART ATTACK ON 2 JULY 2013 .. HAD 100% BLOCKAGE on one arty.had stent put in an am doing better..this makes 3 now.

enjoyed the reunion an look forward to 2015..

JIM MC DONALD
B TRP 70-71 July 16, 2013 0 0 75.121.44.58 John Rehfus Indianapolis JohnRehfus@sbcglobal.net I want to thank all the Black Knights and President Mike Cook for the wonderful award plaque that I received for my work as HHT Representative this year and all the years up to now... Sorry I missed the awards dinner and dance - the Altitude and the *&%^$ Forest Fire smoke got the best of me! Drat!
Thanks to Franc Reed for taking over HHT Representative! He will do a GREAT job for us all!
Made contact with David (Gabby) O'Saille (HHT May 68-69) he is now in Hospice Care at home after a stroke last month and then, finding lung cancer. Keep him in your prayers, and if you have his phone number give him a call while you can.
B.I.A.
John Rehfus HHT 67-68 July 13, 2013 0 0 99.132.176.244 Dewey Fambry The Colony Texas wolf380@swbell.net I want to thank all the Blackknights for the wonderful plaque that I received from Mike Cook for the work on the KIA List and the Fiddler Green. Our KIA list is 99.999 complete and the only way I know if we have a brother pass on to Fiddlers green is for you to let me know. I had to leave the reunion on Friday morning due to an emergency at home, my wife was admitted to the hospital, she is home now, but recovery will be long and difficult, I am now a caregiver and may not be able to attend other reunions, my decision to resign as Keeper of the List will be some time later, again thanks to all July 12, 2013 0 0 99.136.80.178 DAVID MIZELL ALA MUSTANGONEZERO@YAHOO.COM TROOPERS, DAVID 'GABBY' OSAILE IS IN BAD SHAPE. THE DR IN NASHVILLE GAVE HIM 2-6 MONTHS TO LIVE. HE HAD A STROKE
AND WHILE IN THE HOSPITAL, THEY FOUND A SPOT HIS LUNG. PLEASE KEEP HIM IN YOUR PRAYERS. July 10, 2013 0 0 184.156.11.191 DONNIE JOULE RENO,NV DJOULE@SBCGLOBAL.NET RON WILLIAMS,

WHEN YOU HAVE SOME TIME GIVE ME A CALL
PHONE# 1-775-624-2720
HOPE TO HEAR FROM YOU

DONNIE JOULE
B-TROOP 68-69

IF YOU AIN'T CAV YOU AIN'T S--T July 8, 2013 0 0 108.233.161.53 greg curtis maine for mike buxton what part of maine are you from July 7, 2013 0 0 72.224.219.57 Mike Buxton Maine hht91@midmaine.com This is for Roy James Taylor,which platoon were you in?

Mike Buxton July 6, 2013 0 0 76.179.203.190 Ron Williams Burlington, KY ronw13@twc.com Happy Independence Day to all my fellow Black Knights. We fought for days like this to enjoy being free and living life with our friends and families. God bless all the Troopers in Fiddlers Green and those still fighting for us all. Have a great day!!!!

Ron, BIA 1st.plt. A-Troop 69-70 July 4, 2013 0 0 74.136.90.212 Mike Cook :!cake: Happy 4th to all of my Brothers out there have a Safe and Happy Holiday :!beer: :!beer: :!rock: :!rock: July 4, 2013 0 0 74.134.151.104 Ron "Swamprat" Estey Gonzales, La. ron.estey@momentive.com Great reunion. This was one of the best run reunions that I have attended. A big thank you to all that made this reunion a success. You did an awesome job. July 2, 2013 0 0 66.11.4.30 LeRoy Jablonski Urbandale Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Carl Raber is with his brothers in Fiddlers Green . June 30, 2013 0 0 63.153.211.170 Mike Cook BY WAY OF DAVE GRANT AND HERE WE ARE AGAIN POSTING TO LET YOU KNOW WE HAVE LOST ANOTHER BROTHER: CARL RABER PASSED ON TO FIDDLERS GREEN AT 2:45am JUNE 30 2013,, HE IS BEING CREMATED SO THERE IS NO SERVICES.. CARL SERVED WITH HHT AND C TROOP 2ND PLATOON 1968-69 HE WAS BORN OCT.12 1947..
REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER

BOOTS AND SADLES
I RECIVED THIS FROM DAVE GRANT THANKS FOR KEEPING US INFORMED :!beer: June 30, 2013 0 0 74.134.151.104 h dusty benach lebanon pa aka detroit bendusty@msn.com for those of you whom were at the reunion and did not pick up your t shirts shame on you and shame on me for not seeking you out. they will be mailed out this next week after the 1 st of july. for those of you whom didnt show up at the reunion those shirts will also be mailed after the first of july.
To all of the 3/5 av and their famlies have a safe and happy 4th of july and a safe summer...... in God We Trust. June 27, 2013 0 0 174.60.152.222 John Payne Columbus OH jpayne10@columbus.rr.com From F Troop 17th Cav and H Troop 17th Cav 196/198 LIB. Left right when u came to I Corp so didn't get to work with you. Nice site June 27, 2013 0 0 174.101.57.226 DAVE GRANT IOWA RAY LITMANN CALL ME June 26, 2013 0 0 70.56.118.76 craig yockey fresno ca. this FNG is still recooperating from reunion i had a good time . want to send out a big thanks to all who spent the many hours to put this together. again thanks . to the smith family from missouri send me an email so i can get your address. and to any of the other great familys i met would enjoy hearing from you.hope everyone gets home safely and have a great day June 25, 2013 0 0 76.254.97.70 Gary (shortround) Phillips Oklahoma shortroundnamvet@aol.com Got back home at midnight last night. Had a wonderful time with everyone. The reunion was great, just went by to fast. June 24, 2013 0 0 64.12.116.80 Henry Jordan Colorado Springs, CO cereshigh1984@yahoo.com Black Knights- B 3/5 CAV, Kirschgoens Germany- 1990 - 1992 June 24, 2013 0 0 89.211.58.142 Mike Cook From LeRoy J 6420 Carl Rabers wife Becky contacted me this day to inform us that Carl is at In Home Hospices' and dying of lung cancer...She felt that it is just a matter of time before he passes on to Fiddlers Green. Cookie, if you could post a message on our website regarding his illness it would b appreciated. She did state that he likes to receive cards via the mail... So if anyone would like to send him a card his address is-- Carl Raber---27472 Hershey Ave-----Glenwood Iowa ----51534 June 23, 2013 0 0 71.33.255.10 Denny Hitchiner Arizona cavdude69@yahoo.com Hey brothers, car's packed and gased up....should have ETA Thrusday early afternoon...Mr. Williams...you and that swamprat better leave me a cold beer by gawd..been along 4 years brothers....be cool be there soon...Sugarbear out. June 19, 2013 0 0 75.211.157.40 Ron Williams Kentucky ronw13@insightbb.com To all my Brothers in Arms, Travel safe to Colorado Springs. Look me up in the hospitality suite. I'll be the good looking skinny kid. No wait, that was over 43yrs ago. I'll be the overweight grey haired kid, that ought to narrow it down. Ron 13 Track, 1st. plt. A-Troop 69-70 June 18, 2013 0 0 74.136.90.212 Richard Wheat Manito Illinois richlinda@gmail.com Hope to see everyone again in Colorado, have a safe trip.. C trp track 22 driver 68-69 June 15, 2013 0 0 70.194.73.175 DAVE GRANT IOWA I CALLED GRAY LINE ASKING ABOUT THE TRAIN RIDE. IF THE FIRE GETS TO BAD THEY WILL GIVE US A TOTAL REFUND. ASOF NOW WE ARE STILL ON!!! HAVE A SAFE TRIP SEE ALL OF YOU SOON.. June 13, 2013 0 0 70.56.113.207 Tom Ford Oregon thomasford99@gmail.com Coming to my first reunion, should be fun and informative.

Served with D3/5 and was there when C3/17 became part of 3/5 at the start on Lam Son 719. "Charlie Horse 26"

Hope to meet some of the guys that shared that time frame and AO.

Tom Ford June 12, 2013 0 0 98.125.195.55 Art Reynolds oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net Randy Garnder,hay call me at 607 843 6649 ,let me know you are still out there,I can still remember the time in Japan,Art :D June 12, 2013 0 0 184.9.47.95 jim mc donald arkansas blt308jm@hotmail.com Hey B Troopers. 70_71 get off the couch and join the 3/5 cav you ain't getting any younger . Time is running out on us. Let's get in touch and visit.. we went through a year of hell and lost some good soldiers and friends . We were B.I.A..
FIddlers Green is to later to meet again..

Mac.81 mechanic. June 4, 2013 0 0 69.29.157.89 h dusty benach lebanon pa bendusty@msn.com please no more t shirt orders, i cannot guarentee sizes or delivery i have extra t shirts for the reunion sizes are limited when they are gone they are gone. sorry for any inconvenences. those orders already in house can be honored cut off was 18 may it is now 3 june. June 3, 2013 0 0 75.75.135.158 Marvin Davis Salem Or mnd0619@hotmail.com Tom Wolske,I am in Colorado now I am staying cuttys haden creek Rv resort hy 50 at cold Dale.I plan to move to a rv park in Colorado Springs around the 14th of June. I hope to see you there. June 1, 2013 0 0 70.41.64.58 Marvin Davis Salem Or mnd0619@hotmail.com Tom Wolske,I am in Colorado now I am staying cuttys haden creek Rv resort hy 50 at cold Dale.I plan to move to a rv park in Colorado Springs around the 14th of June. I hope to see you there. June 1, 2013 0 0 12.175.230.36 Carlos Chavarria San Diego, California carloschavarria@yahoo.com I was with the 3/4 Cavalry, 25th Infantry Division aero rifles, just after they returned from Vietnam to Schofield Barracks. Everyone above the rank of E-4 were Vietnam veterans. I learned alot from those guys and will never forget them or the sacrifices they made. The best men I have ever met were soldiers. I just happened upon your website, and having just passed memorial day, I wanted to comment on your website and reflect on all the good men who've served each other and our great country. "Prepared and Loyal"!! May 31, 2013 0 0 72.192.157.12 John McComb Delaware County, PA mccombpa1@verizon.net I was with the 8th Battalion 4th Artillery (part of 108th Artillery Group, XXIV Corps) from the end of 1970 through most of 1971 and the 3/5 Cav provided our security and we provided fire support for you when the 3/5 was part of 1st Brigade 5th Mech. I was at Firebases A-4, C-2 and C-1 in addition to time in the field during Operation Lam Son 719. Thanks, guys. May 29, 2013 0 0 173.49.51.246 Chuck "Mac" McKenzie N.E. Ohio mck719@att.net We are the dead; short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, we loved and were loved and now we lie in Flanders Field.

On this solemn day of remembrance they have our thanks and honor. May 27, 2013 0 0 75.19.119.20 Randy Heber Merrill Mi dkheber@gmail.com Attended the local Memorial service at the VFW hall in Hemlock Mi today. It was heartening to see the good turnout, with the two high school bands from Merrill and Hemlock. The speech's extolling those young people to remember and appreciate what the veterans of this country have done for them. I know my fellow BIA'S will never forget and always remember our fallen brothers. Randy Heber
1st Plt C-trp 70-71 13 track. May 27, 2013 0 0 64.119.55.52 Tim Neely Key West, Fl. timfish2@yahoo.com Anyone know Robert Edward Murphy, Euclid Ohio... May 27, 2013 0 0 98.254.26.203 John Lotsman Binghamton, NY via C & HHQ Trp 1967-68 jlotsman@stny.rr.com On this Memorial Day let us honor the men and women who have sacrificed their lives to defend our country and it's beliefs.

To all my 3/5 BIA's and all others, may you have a great day and always REMEMBER.... If possible take a moment of remembrance at 3PM to pay tribute to all who have died during military service.

"I'm proud to be an American where at least I know I'm free. And I won't forget those who died, who gave that right to me." - Lee Greenwood May 26, 2013 0 0 74.67.104.183 Jim "Hawkeye" Murray Ormond Beach, FL murrman51@gmail.com On this day reserved for the memory of fallen soldiers, a moment for the souls of Sgt Cox and Doc Pedersen, 1st Plt Charlie Troop, KIA 3-29-71. I'll always remember you. May 26, 2013 0 0 184.91.60.196 Mike Lavender Richmond , California mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com I was there with you and I'll be in Colorado also .2196 May 25, 2013 0 0 98.248.192.44 craig yockey calif. papayockey@att.net how many brothers are coming to reunion that took the cruise ship UPSHUR to nam ?? May 24, 2013 0 0 76.254.97.70 Ron Williams ronw13@insightbb.com Hey Mel Holland, great to hear that you will be joining our little band of misfits in Colorado. Been a long time man, really looking forward to seeing you. Ron B.I.A. May 17, 2013 0 0 74.136.84.21 Ron "Swamprat" Estey Gonzales, La. ron.estey@momentive.com Mel,That is such good news. Truly looking forward to linking up with you. May 16, 2013 0 0 66.11.4.30 Mel holland a.k.a. Buffalo Elgin Il. Hey Ron Estey,Kenny Gelagos,Hank Toborg,Ron Williams . I joined up and got my stuff in the mail the other day, Wow! I didn't expect the beautiful flag and patches. I'll be in Colorado can't wait to see you guys and all my other brothers. LEST WE FORGET (I will never forget) May 16, 2013 0 0 67.184.6.72 Ron "Swamprat" Estey Gonzales, La. ron.estey@momentive.com Colorado Springs here I come. For all of my brothers past (RIP), present(all my love), and future (join us),
"If you ain't cav, you ain't .... May 16, 2013 0 0 66.11.4.30 H Dusty Benach lebanon, pa AKA detroit bendusty@msn.com I want to thank those of you who had tshirts ordered it was a great task for me to do, the reunion is around the corner, my time to order t shirts is coming to a close. my last order has to be placed with the printer no later than the 18th of may, order will not be mailed time is to short all shirts order will have to be picked up at the reunion site. limited quanities and sizes will be available at the reunion site. those of you whom overpaid on the shipping and handling will have their change refunded, sorry for the confusion. any questions regarding t shirts must be directed to me. thanks again for all those orders and those orders still coming in remember MAY 18th closing date. May 13, 2013 0 0 75.75.135.158 Lloyd Edwards Bellevue, WA lloydgedwards@msn.com Room, airfare and Dinner all paid for Colorado Springs. I'm finally going to make it. May 8, 2013 0 0 50.197.75.105 Tom Wolske Ames Ia TRWolske2@cs.com Marvin Davis. We have been planing to go to the reunion but have not made a final commitment yet. My wife has had back surgery several times and the rod in her back has come loose. We have an appointment at Ia. City this Friday. We might know more then. She had her last surgery at Mayo so we might end up there. Crossing our fingers. Hope to see you in Colorado Springs. May 7, 2013 0 0 173.22.35.78 Marvin Davis Salem Oregon mnd0619@hotmail.com TOM WOLSKE, I do remember you,we were taking small arm fire hiting the side of the medic track and I said someone needs to get that guy and that was when you grabed that arvn.I don't know if you got him but the firing stopped,thanks a lot.I plan to be at the reunion hope to see you there.Like you once the guys are med.evac I never know what happen to them.Best to you brother and hope to see you soon. May 6, 2013 0 0 76.6.87.104 vaughn mccarty seguin, tx allan18126@aol.com I was in the 3rd platoon, c trp. on a tank in '68. Looking for wayne mckay from NJ, Johnson from alabama?, dave dolacky from WA. May 5, 2013 0 0 216.45.71.60 Shawn Engelman @Rick Hocevar, thank you for the words. I am trying to locate as much info as I can about Ken, including any photos. He was killed before I was born, as was his brother. I have never seen a photo of either.

My best to all those who have served, thank you. May 5, 2013 0 0 70.193.8.153 richard block kentucky richardblock75@yahoo.com sorry Greg I sure didn't have one on my arm. I might have been moved down to 21 when you came into the plt once the LT took over for me as plt ldr.I was his plt sgt for awhile then a E-7 took over for me.I'd ask the Lt about it but He passed away awhile ago but their is a few of us left I'll talk to them in June May 3, 2013 0 0 72.51.204.95 Greg Gallen Marion , NC greg.gallen68@gmail.com Richard , I was a Spec 5 - TC'd 23 track before I left country . Looking through the few pictures I have when we were ambushed in January , 2009 Sgt Baker was my TC , Richardson was the driver , Utke was left 60 and I was right 60 .
I looked at some of the posted pictures and I knew Gerardi,
Will Rogers , Danny Vincent , froggy and Michael Dorsey .
By the way , You don't have a black panther crawling up your bicept do you ? May 3, 2013 0 0 174.252.179.15 richard block kentucky richardblock75@yahoo.com this is for Greg Gallen what track were you on? I was the platoon Sgt of A TRP 2nd Plt until end of Oct 68 hope to see you in June Colo. April 30, 2013 0 0 72.51.204.95 Rick Hocevar Florida photoric09@msn.com A note to Shawn Englelman, I served with Ken he was on 23 track. I remember him well I was just over from him when he got hit it starte at 4:45 am He was a great guy I only new him for a short time. I now Doc King tended to him along with many others that day. April 30, 2013 0 0 108.240.197.182 Greg Gallen Marion , NC greg.gallen68@gmail.com Served with A Troop , 2nd Platoon 3/5 from September 1968 til September 1969 .
Pre-Combat Trained by Sgt. Tim Jewel on the beaches between Camp Evans and Eagle . He did a great job as can be attested to by me writing this note . Served with Utke , Cassanova Trent , Baker , Horsey , Vincent , Dorsey , Richardson , and others I can see their faces but have lost their names . We served under LT Cailor and Capt. Medders . I was wounded January 26th , 1969 around 3:00 am on a road run north of Quang Tri where Sgt Cassanova received his Silver star . You guys were Great , to me the "Best" . Though I may have to look at letters and photos to match some of your names to the faces , I can remember and attest to your bravery and skill .
Blessings , Thoughts and Prayers Go out to the soul of Nesbitt and All the Members of "C" Troop from April , 1969 .
Love You Guys ! April 30, 2013 0 0 198.190.216.44 William Rhodes Virginia Wwrjwr@cox.net Served inB Troop 3/5 Cav April 1967 to March. 1968
I was tanker on Road Runner 29.
hit a mine outside of Black Hores. I was tagged for the Purple Heart . I never received it. the medic that tagged me was named Lucas .
He was killed by an RPG, while we were assisting Austrilan units.

William Rhodes (Dusty)

g April 29, 2013 0 0 72.218.34.33 Harvey C. Robertson Brisbane, Australia Ausamer@hotmail.com Attached to D/troop from may 68 thru Sept 68 from Co. B. 709th maintenance btn. April 28, 2013 0 0 96.37.241.129 Michael J. Santiago Hawaii santiagom002@hawaii.rr.com I was with HHT 3/5 Cav at Bearcat during 1968 and then we moved down to Dong Tam until I reassigned to the us mainland 1969. At bearcat, D Troop was right next to us. The rest of the Troops were assigned to the 101 air born and the marines up north. at camp Eagle and Quang Tri. also at Dong Ha. it is great to see my old unit from Vietnam :p April 22, 2013 0 0 66.75.68.87 Philip Meek jr Pocatello Idaho 83201 philthy49@hotmail.com Been lookin for you brothers of mine since I've been back
to the world, Feb 69. I finally found you this past year, and am joining the unit once more. My wife (Susan)
and I will be at Colorado Springs for the reunion this June. I guess I can say I'm a little nervous since I have not run into any of the Black Knights since returning home, but I'm so lookin foward to seeing all of you.

Your Brother in Arms
Philthy Meek April 22, 2013 0 0 184.155.128.100 MIke Cook Brothers
Here we are again remembering a brother and a friend that has passed on to Fiddlers Green.
Rick ("Cpt. Rick") Jamison C Troop 1968-1969 US Army, Retired was Welcomed to Fiddlers Green on January 28th2013
He was buried at Arlington section 60 Grave 10364 on March 4th 2013. Our payers and thoughts go out to his Wife and Family.

RIP Cpt. Rick Jamison
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:!beer: April 20, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Tom Wolske Ames Ia TRWolske2@cs.com Marvin Davis. I haven't been on the guest book for a while as you can see. I just saw your post of 12/28/12 about Lt. Gallo. I rode with C-Trp in 67-68. I was on the track with Lt. Fowler and Jim Heinz. We brought Leo Wolters and a TC from the tank next to us when we were hit from a command detonated mine that day. I think the tankers name might have been Randolph. Never heard what happened to either of them. Remember that guy that tried to get that chicken ARVN and his men up and onto the line? That was me. He kept saying "Me Major-Me Major. Then I realized they were supposedly there to provide a guard for your medic track and he really was a Major. Oops!!! Guess I should have found that out, maybe I wouldn't have kicked him in the * * * and told him to get out there. Tom April 19, 2013 0 0 173.22.35.78 Mike Cook We travel south by Motor Coach, from Colorado Springs past Fort Carson and NORAD. Turning west, we pass through scenic Red Rock Canyon, and on to Canon City, where we board the Royal Gorge Route Railroad, which follows the most famous portion of the Old Denver & Rio Grande Western train line. This train follows the rails on a 24 mile roundtrip through the spectacular Royal Gorge. You will see the famous Hanging Bridge the, which clings precariously to the steep granite walls of the Royal Gorge, towering over 1,000 feet above. The Canyon was eroded over the millennia to a depth of 1,055 feet by the turbulent waters of the Arkansas River. The Royal Gorge is spanned by the highest suspension bridge in the world. This two hour train ride combines breathtaking scenery, wildlife, history and world class service and will create memories to last a lifetime.
TOUR LENGTH: 6 HOURS -20 Person Minimum
B Troop has 20 If you are interested please contact Dave Grant or Rusty Bauer April 17, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Shawn Engelman captainkidd1972@comcast.net Thank you all for your service, and the sacrifices made by those no longer with us. I would like to ask a favor of any members of the Black Knights who served in late '69-early '70. I would love any info anyone can give me about Kenneth Cotter, A Troop. KIA, April 6, 1970 in Quang Tri. He was my uncle. Thank you in advance, and again, thank you all. April 14, 2013 0 0 98.230.241.20 John H. Guzman (speed) CA elohim359@yahoo.com Hello B-troop 1st Platoon,
Radio check: Long time since i talked to anyone.(diapers)Haven't been to a reunion yet but just wanted to let yous all know its not that ive forgotten any of you. Think about all of you most the time. Maybe one day you'll see this old trooper. Special hello to Bates, Pavlik, Sonny, C.Ray and Diapers. God bless B-troop and all your families. Always Speedy :)Ps. hope this gets thru! April 14, 2013 0 0 76.167.53.211 Donald Chmiel Warren;Mich. TIGERZFAN@WIDEOPENWEST.COM This is for Pancho ,Iam Don Chmiel I was with A troop 1st paltoon 68 to 69 nov,I think I know you?I was TC of track 12, I also think i have a picture of you,in the ashaw,If you would like to talk,call me 1-586-758-0356.it has been a long time,Iam glad you are doing well.GOD BLESS.CAV FOREVER !!!!!!!!!!! April 10, 2013 0 0 67.149.139.89 Bruce Breault Rockford, Il bruceb.4629@comcast.net Short Round, I am going to Toledo, Ohio this weekend, April 12, 13, 14. I have family there. If you live in Ashland I could maybe meet you halfway somewhere. April 8, 2013 0 0 98.213.141.248 Usvaldo "Pancho" Cavazos El Paso, Texas usvaldo@att.net I was with A. Troop 2nd platoon from Nov. 68 to Nov. 69. I'm hoping to find some brothers who served with me. I remember some names like Phillip Brown and Platoon Sergeant Calvin L. Becker. I am hoping to hear from you welcome home. April 3, 2013 0 0 70.120.232.162 Jim Reecamper Nixa, MO woodcamp@mowisp.net Greetings Brothers;

I am a member of the 5th US Cavalry Association and am very interested in learning about the 3/5 Cav Regimental Association.

Although the 1st & 2nd Bns were, and still are, elements of the 1st Cavalry Division, we're still brothers and members of the Black Knights.

I look forward to getting to know all of you and invite you to check us out at our web site 5thcav.org.

I'm checking out the possibility of attending your reunion in Colorado Springs. Have to check the dates before I can commit. March 28, 2013 0 0 69.71.0.1 Mike Cook Brothers
This part of the jobs sucks big time !! That been said.
I received a call from Dave Grant B Troop Rep and was told that another Brother has made his way to Fiddlers Green .
Our Brother Dave Davis passed on Wednesday surrounded by his family he was at peace and never complained and never afraid he fought with cancer the past 7 years.
Even though he was battling cancer Dave meet with Howie Bachman and was a large part in finding the spot for our Reunion in his home of Colorado Springs.
He was so excited about us coming to Colorado Springs he made me promises to contact him we the recon team arrived so he could be part of the process.
Dave Grant has extended an offer to Dave's wife and Family to be B Troops Guest at the reunion he worked so hard on. If you see them at the reunion please welcome them, let them know that they are part of our family.

David G. Davis
March 20, 2013

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Our Brother
:!beer: March 27, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Rich Castle Arkansas pfotohog@aol.com None but respect. March 26, 2013 0 0 74.226.101.74 Bill Gibbs Springport, Michigan billy_g_elk@yahoo.com 16,aka Lloyd Edwards and 36,aka John Robertson (baby john) this is 26, aka the infamous LT that blew up the school north of the River at Cam Lo. Was nice to see your posts concerning Col Bradberry. He was a soldiers soldier and I too was very glad to see him in Williamsburg with "Capt" Bachman ( always capt to me ). I wanted to see you both in Colo this summer but I am driving out there this fall for Elk Hunting Camp and camping with my son and grandson on Isle Royale in Lake Superior this July so I can't fit it in. Anyway, enjoy yourselves and I look forward to seeing you down the road. Keep your stick on the ice, the Snake Eater. March 25, 2013 0 0 209.165.252.115 John self (widowmaker) east texas cherokee24warrior@Yahoo.com I was with 2/34th. Armor we were tdy to yalls unit. You have a great site. WELCOME HOME BROTHERS and SISTERS. March 24, 2013 0 0 174.250.240.1 Lloyd Edwards Seattle lloydgedwards@msn.com Was Platoon Leader of 1st Plt.-C Trp. 5/70 until 10/70. Just a belated word about Col. Bradberry. One day, late in the afternoon, we were finally able to test-fire our .50 Cal. Was hard to get permission because of the range and our often being near populated areas. Turned out that three of our .50s malfunctioned. I called to the rear to ask for parts. A short while later a chopper showed up. We were on a hilltop and it suddenly rose out of nowhere. I could see a big grin on the person flying the chopper. It was Col. Bradberry. The pilot was sitting next to him. He had personally come out to deliver the parts. That was the kind of guy he was. I always thought of him as being indestructable. I was sure glad to see him in Williamsburg. RIP Sir! March 24, 2013 0 0 67.170.16.89 ronald moody topsham maine moodysbike@hotmail.com hi all I cam to nam july 1 1968 left july29 1969 was a driver ctrp 3rd plt on a tack tc by Sargent Morehouse for about 3 month then went into mant.I was mant. for about a month when my brother joined me he was the last person in world I expected to see a long with my brother and screw of good men we did ower best to keep running a to all the rest thank you for helping to get my brother and me home. I served in Germany from 67 to 68 I know a lot trooper left Germany and volunteered for nam like my brother and I did I am looking I saw one tc a tank one he was in a diffract troop maybe a/b and one was supply im pretty sure his last name wheat it isn't Richard wheat who was with me in mant. I am still looking for Stanley Bradford hope some one might know where to find him he is the last one I have not been able to fined his very good friend in nam died he was hopskin we called hem hoppy well hope to see you all in june March 22, 2013 0 0 75.68.188.39 MIke Cook Stanley Skinner I received this request from Stanley Skinner by way of Leroy Jablonsky who tried to post this.

Please Remember Brothers The guestbook will not allow e-mail address or wed site links to be posted.

My name is Stanley Skinner and I served with C/Trp 2nd/Plt 3/5 Cav from 5/71-to 11/71/ Does anyone remember our Capt. landing in our RON one day and stating that the 7 or 8 of us standing in front of him would receive the Bronze Star, CIB and if warranted the Purple Heart. Will low and behold that never happened, no record of awards on my DD-214 . Now in the process of filing a claim and to have any of the above awards would help. If you remember this could you take the time and send me an e-Mail March 21, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Ray Littmann Wisconsin chiefraycw3@yahoo.com I just got off the phone with Terry my loader ,I was the driver and Gene was the gunner who I just talked to today, man it's so sweet two talk too bothe of them of them after 46 yrs. I hope, and we are trying to meet in Co.Man oh man today is a good day. March 20, 2013 0 0 107.8.145.122 Bob Brookshire Short Round/26-D Ashland, OH jesuskingofangels@hotmail.com Bruce Breault. "Do your ever feel sad? Lean on me when tiems are bad. Situations fade way....OH lord I'm comming." One of sounds we played on our track. I'm not sure if I still have it but I had a picture of you cleaning out (25)SO Glad to see you here. March 17, 2013 0 0 24.112.231.184 Mike Cook Brothers;
Once again I am the bearer of bad news; last Sunday we had another brother pass on to Fiddlers Green.
March 12, 2013 Phillip Watts fought his last battle with liver cancer.
Boots and Saddles
:!beer: March 12, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Mike Cook Fiddlers Green
Rodney H McCray
D Troop
4TH Doughboys
From 1969-1970
Boots and Saddles Brother :!beer: March 10, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 H. DUSTY BENACH LEBANON PA BENDUSTY@MSN.COM time is running short for ordering your 2013 reunion tee shirts by mail cut off date for last mailing is 15 april
after that all t shirts will have to be picked up at the reunion site. get your orders in as soon as possible.
for the people who have ordered and received their tee shirts thanks for the orders. all profits from tee shirts sales are being turned over to the troop so we can have business as usual where needed.
REMEMBER IN YOU AINT CAV YOU AINT S.......
DUSTY "FLAMING ON" :!party: :!beer: March 8, 2013 0 0 75.75.135.158 Ron Williams Burlington, KY ronw13@insightbb.com Hey Mel Holland aka Buffalo, I remember you from the old mine finder track. There are six of us from 1st plt that regularly attend the reunions. I'm sure that you know most of them. Hope you can make it out to Colorado Springs in June to see some of the guys. Give me a call sometime if you like. Ron (859-586-4403 March 4, 2013 0 0 74.136.84.21 Mel holland a.k.a. Buffalo Elgin Il. Elginmel66@gmail.com Served from feb.70 thur dec.70. A troop 1st plt. Mostly on the 15 track. March 3, 2013 0 0 67.184.6.72 DAVE GRANT IOWA B-TROOPERS IF YOU HAVEN'T RE-UP-ED WITH THE BLACKKNIGHTS PLEASE DO SO.. THE BLACKKNIGHTS ARE ONLY AS STRONG AS YOU MAKE US BY JOINING OR RENEWING YOUR MEMBERSHIP. WE HAVE ONLY 52 PAID UP MEMBERS OUT OF 751 NAMES ON THE ROSTER..THIS NOTE ALSO GOES OUT TO ALL TROOPERS OF THE BLACKKNIGHTS.. LET'S HAVE A GREAT SHOWING AT THE UPCOMING REUNION THIS JUNE..YOUR B-TROOP REP.. March 2, 2013 0 0 67.3.107.193 John Robertson Galesburg, IL jwr@simpsonlawoffice.biz William Bradberry was the 3/5 Cav squadron commander for most of my year in Vietnam. He was a tireless and effective leader. More importantly, he was always putting the needs and welfare of his troops first. There were few days when he was not seen in the field inquiring about the quality of the food, the status of supply, or the morale of the men. His good humor and and concern were felt up and down the chain of command. In every sense, Bill Bradberry was an officer and a gentleman and I'm proud to have served with him.
John Robertson, C Trp (36 &5) February 28, 2013 0 0 64.40.74.130 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net bill meade you my have fueled my track c-35. thanks and are you going to reunion in colo ? the upshur sure wasn't a cruise ship . February 27, 2013 0 0 76.254.97.70 Bill Meade Harvard, Illinois deebow1@charter.net I was assigned to HHQ Troop, but was always assigned to either B or C Troop with Hq'S 104 5-Ton Gasoline Truck, maybe some of you remember me pumping by hand on top of the tanks to Fuel the PC's, before the motorized pumps were installed ??
I had the Pleasure of Sailing The High Seas on The USNS UPSHUR To Get To Vietnam With Many of You. February 26, 2013 0 0 68.114.216.184 Bill Gibbs 26 - C Troop 1970 billy_g_elk@yahoo.com I just read about Col Bradberry. He was Sqd Commander when this young 2nd Lt came into country. I would just like to say there are a few individuals in your life who make you feel confident that they will be there for you and cover your back should you ever need help. He and a certain * * * Troop Capt whom I shall call the "Hulk" were those two people in my service life. Myself and 2nd Plt were better off for having these officers guide us. Thank you Col Bradberry and thank you Capt Bachman. You both gave us strength. Bill Gibbs 26 C Troop Jan - Aug 1970, February 25, 2013 0 0 209.165.252.185 Mike Cook Brothers living in the Washington DC area!!
Col. William Bradberry, a former Commander of the Black Knights will be buried at Arlington Cemetery at 1500 hrs on 14 March. Our brother Howie Bachman has extended an offer for you to attend his Interment. If it's at all possible please try to attend, Bill Bradberry was part of our family of Black Knights.
Howie: I am sure we will meet at the Visitor Center and I plan to walk behind the Caisson to the grave site. He is entitled to a Caisson, Honor Guard and Bugler.
Mike, will you see if any brothers in the area want to join me. February 25, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Mike Cook Fiddlers Green
We have lost another Brother

Gordon Hadley died on 21 December 2012.
This is all of the information I have right now.

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Brother February 21, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Russ Knepp Pittsburgh PA kknepp1@verizon.net Lt.Jones-you have to come to reunion! We would love to see you. You are held in very high regard by all from 1st Plt. As for Randy,Hawkeye.Led,lets go to Colo!!!!!!!! February 20, 2013 0 0 74.98.211.63 Donald Chmiel Warren;Mich. TIGERZFAN@WIDEOPENWEST.COM THANKS ALOT FOR THE INFO ON OUR APO #96370 I ALSO THINK THAT IS RIGHT.THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP,I KNEW I COULD COUNT ON THE CAV.I WAS WITH A TROOP 1ST PLATOON ON TRACK 12,HOPE TO TALK TO ANY OF MY BROTHERS ANYTIME 1968 NOV TO 1969 NOV.CAV FOREVER. February 19, 2013 0 0 24.192.171.49 Roy James Taylor Columbia,MO taylorroy90@yahoo.com Served with the Black Knights HHT March2,1969 to March 5th,1970. February 19, 2013 0 0 69.179.226.201 Mike Cook Louisville KY Another Brother has passed on to Fiddlers Green
Col.Bradberry,3/5 CAV. HHT Vietnam

In Memory of

William N Bradberry Jr

November 20, 1931 - January 24, 2013

Obituary

William N. Bradberry Jr, 81, of Atlanta, GA passed away Thursday, January 24, 2013. A native of Bishop, GA, Mr. Bradberry was the son of Gladys Hayes Bradberry of High Shoals and the late William N. Bradberry Sr and was preceded in death by a brother, Bob Bradberry. He was a graduate of Oconee County High School and received his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Georgia. Upon graduation he began his 26 year career as an Army officer and served his county in The Panama Canal Zone, Germany, Vietnam, Iran, and many US bases including service at the Pentagon in Washington DC. After retiring from the military, Bill earned his MBA...

Boots and Saddles :!beer: February 19, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Stuart savanuck Naples Estuartsavanuck@yahoo.com Want to report to you great guys that the my sons, 1st Lt. Paul A. Savanuck and his brother 1st Lt David S. Savanuck, proud nephews of SSG. Paul David Savanuck , were both awarded bronze star medals for tours in Iraq and Afghanistan

This medal for valor was posthumously awarded to their uncle, whose legacy they have honored.

Stuart Savanuck, brother of SSG. Paul David Savanuck February 19, 2013 0 0 97.77.226.34 Stuart savanuck Naples, fl EstuartSavanuck@yahoo.com The SSG Paul D.. Savanuck Memorial Library at DINFOS at Ft. Meade, md., named in honor of my brother, the only Stars and Stripes correspondent killed in Vietnam, was killed while evacuating the wounded on the night of the attack at Cam Loi Valley, and was, I understand, posthumously inducted into the 3/5 Cav for his sacrifice in the battle. February 18, 2013 0 0 97.77.226.34 Mike Lavender Richmond , California mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com Yes Craig I'm looking forward to Thursday also . I'm also looking forward to Colorado and seeing Tom Rothwell , Don York , Billy Smith , Don Gooding and meeting * * * Wandoff , Tom Kell who were so helpful to me . February 18, 2013 0 0 98.248.192.44 craig yockey fresno ca. papayockey@att.net looking forward to visiting with my old friend mike lavender from c-troupe 3rd of the 5th.66-67 last we saw each other was in nam going to remenis and look over some old pictures.hope he remembers who some are that i have forgotten. hope to make plans to go to reunion in colo. February 17, 2013 0 0 76.254.97.70 john Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net OK, big oooops with some foot and mouth disease. I just checked my promotion orders dated 1 November 1968. The HQ 9th ID was located in Dong Tam (I knew that actually -The town where the entertainment was located was Meto) and the APO shows on the document HQ 9th Infantry Division, San Francisco APO 96370. February 15, 2013 0 0 99.159.7.181 John Osgood Lees Summit MO jrosgood@earthlink.net While we were at Wonder Beach and then Camp Evans the mail came in to Bearcat and later to Meto (9th Div HQ) and was sorted, put on a plan and flow to PhuBi where it was then picked up by a Squadorn Mail duce and 1/2 and driven to Evans. I processed through Bearcat and did the week in the rubber plantation school and then flew to PhuBi where I road the mail truck from PhuBi to wonder Beach for eventual assignement to B Troop. This was the mail situation the from summer 68 to at least Feb or so of 69. The APO we used was the 9th Div APO down south and that caused the horrible delay in mail delivery which was a major * * * item. At least that's how I recall it. I thought it was 96375 but I am not sure. February 15, 2013 0 0 99.159.7.181 Hans Turner Los Angeles hturner1@aol.com Don: I could very well be mistaken because the passage of time has eroded my menmory, but my recollection is that all mail went to Bearcat (later Dong Tam)and was forwarded to us as we moved around I Corps. According to various Operation Reports for 1968 (which I think I got from this alumni web site) the 3/5th headquarters APO (which I believe would have been our APO, was 96370. February 15, 2013 0 0 75.80.7.212 Donald Chmiel Warren;Mich. TIGERZFAN@WIDEOPENWEST.COM HEY BOYS DOES ANY BODY REMEMBER WHAT OUR APO NUMBER WAS AT EVANS.THANKS.I WAS ON TRACK 12.CAV FOREVER !!!!!!!!! February 15, 2013 0 0 24.192.171.49 Art Reynolds oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net Do any of the B troopers know weather Track 33 was damagedsometime after Feb of 69,I saw some photos of her and shehad 3,50cals and number did not look as i rember. February 12, 2013 0 0 70.100.201.155 Bruce Breault Rockford, Il. bruce.breault@sbcglobal.net I couldn't believe my eyes. I checked out some of the pictures and started recognizing people. Found one that I was in. I can almost smell the mud the PCs got mired in. I find I remember the nicknames much easier than the real names. I'm glad I stumbled in. February 12, 2013 0 0 98.213.141.248 Lonnie Zebell Three Oaks michigan lzebell@att.net I was in first pat. B Troop I drove 1/7 from feb. 70 to Mar. 71 John cordell was our plt seg. Tom Link was my gunner. Vaughn was our loader.Sorry about the first name. February 11, 2013 0 0 75.5.228.244 Michael Archer Reno, NV archerz@sbcglobal.net I am writing my second book about the fighting at Khe Sanh in 1968 and am trying get information about a mission that a Black Knight chopper may have run in the days just following 6 July 1968 to recover the body of a Marine who was left on a hill west of Khe Sanh base (at AMS map coordinate XD 772 440).

If someone from 3d Squadron, 5th Cavalry was on that mission, or if anyone else has information about it, and where the body might have been taken, I would appreciate hearing from you.

Thanks,

Michael Archer February 8, 2013 0 0 64.161.36.146 Dean J Moretti Lackawanna , New York djmo19@msn.com Terry did 37 end up in the bone yard after it hit the mine you spoke of .And was War Daddy around when you were in C troop 3rd platoon. Welcome home brother !!!! February 3, 2013 0 0 76.180.192.54 Terry Knox New BerlinIL Tknox999@aol.com Dean, your right I was with the 25th Infantry until they stood down then I got reassigned to 3/5 Cav. The guy who trained me to drive the tank was a guy I want to say they called him Mac. I still have my zippo lighter with a Sheridan on it and Someday on the main gun!! I would have gotten to C Troop around the end of October first of November!! February 1, 2013 0 0 98.212.22.168 Dean J Moretti Lackawanna , New York djmo19@msn.com Terry Knox ? I drove 37 most of 1970 Painted SOMEDAY on 37 and WAR DADDY on 39. SOMEDAY showed up in a documentry on the history channel last year. Curious if this was the tank you spoke of ? February 1, 2013 0 0 76.180.192.54 Sidney Helmer Fairborn, Ohio sid.helmer@gmail.com Have not checked in a while
I was with A Troop 67-68,,,missed Bau Bang...
did not miss TET.got hit on the way to Bien Hoa airbase..
Does any body remember if the VC were wearing uniforms
because they were Not as I recall.
One guy I shot at was wearing A red bandana and a Mickey
Mouse shirt. I am not making this up.

Looking around I think we were a damn good unit.
peace and all that January 31, 2013 0 0 72.49.123.80 Terry Knox New Berlin IL tknox999@aol.com Ron, I wasn't on the tank when they hit the mine. I had lucked out and got a rear job right before we got back from the Operation at Khe Sahn!! I think of John, Stoner and the others everyday, I was lucky!!!! Dennis was from Mack Creek Mo. and John was from Elyria Oh. I think of them everyday great guys Stoner would drink beer from a can with the top opened then he would open the bottom and let it flow, we called them Stoner sodas. Thanks for responding I really appreciate it!!! January 29, 2013 0 0 98.212.22.168 Ron Harford killbuck ohio rlharford@embarqmail.com Terry
I remembering hearing about the mine and fire in the back yard that killed Dennis Stoner,was you one of the guys he help out of the tank? I wasn't there, I was in the first platoon, some place else, I was on track 11 with his best freind Darrell Smith from Missouri
I talk with Darrell every few weeks on the phone.
Sorry I can't give you any more info.

Ron Harford :) January 28, 2013 0 0 71.50.222.51 Terry Knox New Berlin IL Tknox999@aol.com Served with C Troop 3rd platoon 70-71 I drove a Sheridan #37. I was the driver until early April 71, then John Gentkowski took my place. Stoner moved into the loaders spot. Just 2 weeks later they hit a mine south of Qaung Tri, I was hoping I might hear back from someone who may remember!!!! January 27, 2013 0 0 98.212.22.168 Ronald D Harford Killbuck Ohio rlharford@embarqmail.com i haven't entered any thing since 2009 i just went through the entries got caught up learn a few things that i had forgot and didn't know , picked afew names also that i'd for got. good reading some made me smile.

thank you
Ron Harford
C Trp. 1st plt 3/5 Cav
Sep. 25 70/Sep.25 71
apc 16 then 11 :) January 26, 2013 0 0 71.50.222.51 Gene Stevens CA / MT Hey Ray, great to hear from you! Unbeknownst to both Terry and I, we have both been in the same town for a number of years. Had a chance to get together and chat over times spent together a long time ago. What a hoot. You'll have incoming shortly. Take care, Gene. January 24, 2013 0 0 69.106.220.208 Ray Littmann Waterford,WI chiefraycw3@yahoo.com Geno Stevens Good,Good to hear from you.Terry and I always bring you name up (because we were the best tank crew in nam Im alittle bias)and wounder were you are and how your doing.I hope your going well and enjoying the good life.I'm going to the reunion in Co.I sure would like to see you and Terry and have a cocktail or ten together.I have alot of pictures of us on A-37.My phone number is (262)492-4747 e-mail chiefraycw3@yahoo.com.Looking forward to hearing from you.Like you said My.oh my. January 23, 2013 0 0 107.8.151.123 Terry Pilkington Redding, Ca. tdpilk@charter.net Gene Stevens, I'm amazed & so glad to hear from you, to know that you're still with us and you remember me and Ray Littman after all these years. Ray and I talk on the ph. now and then and we always bring up your name wondering where you are and how you're doing. You were one of the "older" guys when I arrived on your tank with a crew of Johnny Hays, Vondo,& Gino as I knew you, with Papy Orton as tank commander on R&R. Hoping to talk with you in the near future or possibly see you at the reunion. The last I'd talked to you 12-67 you lived in Santa Cruze, Ca., and I live about north of you in Redding,Ca. My Ph.# is 530-223-5852, Cell 530-945-1150, E-Mail tdpilk@charter.net. Welcome home brother would love to hear from you, Terry. January 22, 2013 0 0 97.94.148.244 Mike Cook LT. COL. Kenneth G. Nielsen US ARMY (Retired)
January 17, 2013

NIELSEN, LT. COL. KENNETH G., US ARMY (RETIRED), 81, passed away Thursday, January 17, 2013.
He earned his pilot's license at age 16. At 17, he joined the US Army. He served in post World War II Japan, was a tank commander in the Korean War, and a helicopter gunship commander in Vietnam. He attended the Command and General Staff College in Ft. Leavenworth KS. He earned many medals and awards in service to his country, including the Legion of Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross, and The Bronze Star.
Funeral service will be 3 p.m. Tuesday at Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Highway with burial at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday noon-3 p.m.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to Wounded Warriors. January 21, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Kathleen Martz, Tom Mlynarski's wife Hartland, MI Tmlynarski@comcast.net So, Gene Stevens are you going to join us at the 3/5 Cavalry Reunion in Colorado Springs, June 18 - 22nd? We'd love to meet you in person. January 19, 2013 0 0 71.238.213.96 Rick Hocevar Florida photoric09@msn.com Was from Minnesota but got tired of the cold Hey James Broscoff which platoon were you with I was A trp 22 track January 19, 2013 0 0 108.240.197.182 Gene Stevens CA / MT Ray Littman/Terry Pilkington....my oh my! One heck of a lot of water under the bridge ehh? I was cruising around on the internet and ran into this site. I sure hope you guys took good care of 39er, she served me well! I jumped on her in the summer of '66 at Ft Riley Kansas with Sgt's Stanley, Hua, and Orton whipping us wanna be tankers into shape to become real tankers. All the tanks and pc's were loaded onto railcars and shipped west, then loaded on ships and headed for VN. I took the troop ship (Gen Maurice Rose) from Oakland, Ca to Vung Tau, VN. Floated down some river on a barge out of Saigon with our tanks, made it to Bear Cat, then off to busting jungle, and a whole lot of other things. In country from Dec '66 to Dec '67...we've a lot of catching up my friends. Ain't it funny, I can't remember what I had for lunch yesterday, but faces and names of 3rd platoon tankers are etched in my memory bank...Gene Stevens A Troop 3/5th, 3rd platoon, tanker, 39er.... January 19, 2013 0 0 69.105.11.233 Wesley Harrell "Preacher" Naylor, Georgia cwharrell@yahoo.com I served in 2nd Platoon and Mortar Platoon of C Company July 1967 to July 1968. Would like to hear from some of the soldiers who served with me. January 18, 2013 0 0 75.117.151.194 James Broscoff Waxahachie, TX jsbenterprises@sbcglobal.net This site has helped me come to peace with my time in Viet Nam 25 AUG 70 -28 SEP 71. I am proud of what the 3/5 CAV has accomplished and that I had a small part to play in its success of building the Yellow Brick Road. January 16, 2013 0 0 71.158.160.156 Marvin Davis Salem Oregon mnd0619@hotmail.com ROBIN MILLER-TWOHIG I just recently learned of the Black Knights web site. Idid know your brother Paul. I was a medic hht3/5. I was there the early morning that Paul was killed.I know what itis like to lose abrother to war. I lost my brother Buren Nov 17 1965 at LZ Albany with the 1st Air Cav. My ph# 503-409-0248 if you wish to contact. January 16, 2013 0 0 24.20.255.144 james mc donald arkansas blt308jm@hotmail.com HELLO hope everyone survived the holidays..
had new grandbaby born in dec. a girl that makes 4 girls and one boy... hes out numbered...

look forward to seeing all my B TROOP buddies.. we had a great time after labor day... seven mile float trip.. at emminence .mo. onthe jack fork river... took 7 hrs.. we stopped an talked an remminesed about nam an drank some beer.. :!devil: :!devil: had a good weekend with gill from ny. an dave from ill. an stoney from kc. an reno from texas... the ladies were great cooks an enjoyed time with them too.. look forward to spending time with them again in co. in june... :!cool: :!cool: January 15, 2013 0 0 69.29.152.200 JAMES CLIFFORD OREGON jamesclifford@frontier.com I was transferred in from D company 11th acr to c troop as part of an infusion of our units after the ninth arrived in country so that a replacement schedule would not have everyone leaving on the same day. My platoon leader there had been the xo of D co Lt alexander. I to not recall the platoon but our platoon sgt was killed in a tree fall. January 8, 2013 1 0 50.38.36.186 Lester Long,1SG Ret Norwood, N.Y. Now(Colorado Springs,CO) llong11726@aol.com I was with the HHT 3/5CAV Bird Dog platoon from May 68-Nov 69.
Look forwar to seeing you all in Colorado Springs. January 6, 2013 0 0 75.70.249.109 Mike Cook Gary L. Smith Brother C Troopers
I just recived this from Gary Smith,
George Sims (deceased June 4, 2008) wife Linita died from seizers Jan 3 2013. Their son Mike informed us today that funeral will be on Monday. Memorials and cards can be sent to Mike Sims, 412 South Woodland Dr.,
Mustang Oklahoma 73064
George was a member of 2nd platoon C-Troop 3/5th Cav George was driver of 22 track when I was first assigned as gunner on 22 in August of "68"
Sincerely BIA Smitty
Gary L Smith

They are together again. January 6, 2013 0 0 74.134.157.82 Ray Littmann Waterford,Wisconsin chiefraycw3@yahoo.com I was with the 5th Cav from 2/67 to 1/68.Assiged to A-35 (TC sgt. Rorie) from 3/67 to apx. 5/67 then I went to A-37 Gino Stevens (Gunner) Carter (driver) and SFC Uttey the TC.I became the driver and Carter wanted to drive one day and while braking jungle that day he was pushing over abig tree and the top snapped off came down and hit him in the head (dusted off) and never saw in again.Thats when Terry Pilkington came on 37 we looked each other up and call and e-mail each other (mostly jokes)its still nice to talk two someone who you've been in the bush with.Some of the names I remember are Hayes,Lowell,Smitty,Woethey,Perez,Vinne Van Lone,Adair, Baker,Fredie bear Forest,Moore,Fritz(Doc)Newby,Marshall,Ringer,Angus,Williams(TC), January 6, 2013 0 0 107.8.151.123 Tom Mlynarski Hartland Michigan Tmlynarski@comcast.net Visited the reunion siite in Colorado Springs over the Christmas Holiday. It's really a great place for the reunion! Plenty of room and all remodeled hotel. Sports bar in the hotel, breakfast area was very large also. We will really enjoy this reunion site. Tom A34. 68-69 January 5, 2013 0 0 71.238.213.96 Ron Williams Burlington, KY ronw13@insightbb.com Just booked my flight and hotel room in Colorado Springs. Received my reunion T-shirt before Christmas (damn good lookin shirt guys). Nothing to do now but wait, can you say 166 days and a wake up. Hope all my brothers have a wonderful 2013.
Ron B.I.A. January 4, 2013 0 0 74.136.84.21 Stephen J. O'Rourke Somerset, MA (now) RI (then) sjo2346@aol.com Worked with 3/5th when I was a TC with 3/34th Armor in Dong Ha-Cam Lo area, as well as A Shah Valley.( '69-'70) December 30, 2012 0 0 24.34.38.106 marvin Davis Salem Ore. mnd0619@hotmail.com I was a medic with3/5 nov 67til nov 68 I was with c troop on mar 30 I remember Lt Gallo and all that day and lets not forget apr 30 1968. We were at wunder beach when I left to go south to process out to come stateside. December 28, 2012 0 0 71.163.38.143 DAVE GRANT IOWA TO ALL (B-TROOPERS) AND BLACKKNIGHTS MERRY X-MAS. EVEN WITH 10" OF SNOW AND 7 ABOVE IS BETTER THEN A DAY IN NAM. HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL IN JUNE December 25, 2012 0 0 70.56.116.42 Tracy Chicago solvedtm@comcast.net Merry Christmas & Happy New year. ;) December 24, 2012 0 0 69.243.151.141 Randy Heber Merrill Mi dkheber@gmail.com Thinking of Christmas 1970, one guy from each track got to go see Bob Hope, who was appearing at Phu Bai. We drew straws to see who would go. My driver off 13 Bob Martin won, where are you Bob, the rest of us spent Christmas in the field. So much better this Christmas to have my kids and grandkids with us for three days last weekend. Wishing all of you the same Merry Christmas. Especially my Cheetah brothers. December 24, 2012 0 0 204.12.175.115 Mike Cook Louisville KY In using the words of another Fat Man " Merry Christmas to all and to all a good Knight . We will see you in Colorado Springs my Brothers
Cookie
:!beer: ;) December 24, 2012 0 0 74.134.157.82 juan r cantu weslaco, tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com all falcons and blackknights have a happy and safe merry christmas & a prosperous new year91 December 24, 2012 0 0 72.181.59.2 Fonley Allen Dunlap Iowa Fonley@iowatelecom.net Merry Christmas to all my Brothers. December 23, 2012 0 0 69.66.133.12 Art Reynolds oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net I was in B troop on track 33,Tom Jurco,I remember 22 it had 3 5o cals,it was very impreaseive,Ido remember the Tc. December 18, 2012 0 0 74.36.79.134 Rick Todd Harper Woods Mi htoddrichard@aol.com Albert Thacker, Rick Todd, I was a boat person aboard the Upshur with C trp. I was the armorer. I was wondering about Mouse too. He usually was with Alky. I was told by * * * Kaufman the company clerk that his name was Henderson and that sounded right????????? I got a picture somewhere of Mouse and Lynn Miles back at Ft. Riley. Lynn was the first guy we lost at Phou Tuy 1-29-67. As for Mouse he was from Chicago but I never see anything here about or from him. Anyway, Merry Christmas to all you guys and have great New Year. December 17, 2012 0 0 76.226.155.4 craig yockey fresno california papayockey@att.net mike lavender it was great talking to you. we will have to plan the trip to colorado reunion . and meet up with our old buddy don gooding. December 8, 2012 0 0 76.254.97.70 caroleen new yok caroleta29@yahoo.com So very proud of the Black Knights. December 6, 2012 0 0 66.87.108.73 tom jurco california tommygun@pacific.net Hi Art, not sure if you remember me. I was on track 22. Al Payton was the T/C. Willie was our driver. I have some of the same photos you posted. Do you know when the t-shirts will be mailed. Talk to you later, tj December 3, 2012 0 0 38.110.184.40 Michael Lavender San Francisco bay area mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com Mike lavender , I was a boat person . C Troop on tank 32 66-67 and I worked on some of the tracks . I didn't know this page was here and I didn't know about all of the reunions. I have read all of the entrys and I found one name I can remeber Craig Yockey (we were friends). I was one of the ones that got infused to another unit I left in June , 25 infantry 69 armor in the highlands . If any one remebers me call (510-230-8507 . I'm going to try and contact Craig we are only hours apart . I'm glad I found this page . Cav forever . December 2, 2012 0 0 98.248.192.44 Albert E Thacker "Funky" Virginia...now Kansas jailhouse46@yahoo.com C Troop 1st platoon 3/5 Driver C 17 M48A3 66-67 One of the 'Boat People" USNS Upshur ... Bear Cat...Have contact with Billy Smith,Donald York,Jimmy Shouse,Johnathan Barrett. Still searching for Steve Wenzel,drove an M113 ..Scout Section ..went by the name of Mouse....God bless all my Brothers.If you remember me or just want to talk, e-mail anytime or text/call @785-304-2650. December 1, 2012 0 0 184.2.99.239 Thomas R Strong Redding, CA lynette9289@yahoo.com I am looking for a brother. Lou(Lew) Bostic. Served in Vietnam in 1967 and 1968. He was a Spec 4 at the time and was my 113 driver. He was a great friend and I would love to hear from him.
We had a disagreement just before I left Nam and he has been on my mind ever since. November 30, 2012 0 0 68.189.35.25 Donald Chmiel Warren;Mich. Tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I was thinking how great it is to be back in the world.I hope we never forget our Bothers" thanks all for making this a great country.LOVE ALL October 15, 2012 0 0 24.192.171.49 Art Reynolds oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net just had breakfest,got to thinking i dont miss the stuff they fed us in the field. :o October 14, 2012 0 0 70.100.205.112 dusty benach lebanon, pa bendusty@msn.com t-shirts orders being taken get your in via form and snail mail for 2013 reunion in colorado springs; hope to see you there. i would like to get the first part of the order in by late october. i was in hq troop flame platoon 70/71 support our effort to have a good time September 22, 2012 0 0 75.75.154.17 ROBERT WILLIAMS MARTINEZ,CALIFORNIA stromin212@gmail.com 3/5 WAS LEAVING Dong Tam in July 68 HEADING NORTH. September 13, 2012 0 0 24.4.165.206 Fonley Allen Dunlap, Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Welcome home Michael J. Marx. My name is Fonley Allen I was in the C trp. Maintenance section in 70-71. I drove the recovery vehicle. there are 4 of us C troopers here in Iowa. Same time frame. Myself, Paul Taylor, Stanley Skinner, Bobby Rodriquez. September 5, 2012 0 0 69.66.133.12 richard block kentucky winfield@twc.com Hi John yes thats me still kicking glad you found us and that you are joining our asso. you'll have a great time seeing some of the old guys that you was with in Nam.see ya next year August 30, 2012 0 0 72.51.197.23 Michael J. Marx Elk plane WA mj151m@aol.com C troop 3rd plt.track 33 1971 August 29, 2012 0 0 24.19.114.57 dusty benach lebanon, pa bendusty@msn.com to all troopers t shirts are ready to order for 2013 reunion at colorado springs order forms should be in the news letter. order forms are also on the facebook page ill be glad to send you one thanks 18942 August 26, 2012 0 0 75.75.138.79 John Hannaman Long Beach CA jshhmh@roadrunner.com Richard Block, were you the staff sargent? If so, I remember you. All the names are blurry after all these years. I just mailed in my application to join so perhaps we will meet one of these days. August 25, 2012 0 0 76.174.238.56 George Gallegos ogden,utah georgegallegos1951@hotmail.com i was with c/troop 3/5 cav. 1971 dong ha quang-tri. August 22, 2012 0 0 65.130.210.49 richard Block kentucky by the way of michigan rwblock@newwavecomm.net John Hannaman I think I was still in charge of the 2nd Plt when you join the Plt at wonder beach? August 16, 2012 0 0 72.51.197.23 Fonley Allen Dunlap Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Welcome home John, I hope you can join us in Colorado Springs in 2013. August 7, 2012 0 0 69.66.133.12 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net The first platoon of B Troop, 1966-68, mainly boat people from Ft Riley, will be linking up in Bozeman, MT for our annual reunion. There will be nine brothers in arms along with wives. Two weeks from today. Sadly our numbers are growing smaller each year it seems. August 5, 2012 0 0 174.45.97.149 John Hannaman Temecula CA jshhmh@roadrunner.com I did not know this page existed until I ran into Darrel Asch on a cruise. I was TC of track 22 of A troop from July 68 until Jan 27, 1969 (my birthday is 1/28), when we were caught in the ambush on highway 1. Anyone remember? I was in 7th field hospital for 3 months. They were going to send my back, but night before I was to return I came down with my first bout of what I now know is Agent Orange reaction. I have enjoyed all of your pictues. Mine were all blown up when the RPG hit us. God, we were all so young...

I am glad you all made it back and that life has been good to you. August 5, 2012 0 0 76.174.238.56 Mike Cook C Troopers traveling to Gulfport for the C Troop Reunion please travel safely and we will see you there.
Mike & TJ :!cool: :) August 5, 2012 0 0 74.138.88.168 Rodger Henry Memphis tn. rjdhenry@yahoo.com Hello C. Troopers, Looking forward seeing you guys in Aug. I was in country from Jan 68 to Jan69. July 17, 2012 0 0 98.159.25.163 Margaret Thompson Missouri mjthompson022944@sbcglobal.net Wow! I just came across your website and was stunned! My brother Jim (James E. Thompson) was a member of the Black Knights; he was killed on december 30, 1967 and I have always wanted to find out more information that we received originally. Thank you so much for this website and the information on the books that record some of the details of his service/death. July 16, 2012 1 0 198.209.31.1 Fonley Allen Iowa Fonley@iowatelecom.net May he reast well in Fiddlers Green July 12, 2012 0 0 69.66.133.12 Mike Cook I regret to inform you that our fellow "C" Trooper, Douglas L. Haydon, passed on to Fiddlers Green on June 25, 2012. Doug served in RVN from August 26, 1968 to August 26, 1969 and was a Tanker in the 3rd Platoon. Doug will be missed by the many B.I.A. that served with him during that period of time, as well as, the many B.I.A. that got to know him through our Squadron reunions. The last reunion that Doug attended was our reunion in Washington D.C. in 2005. In recent years, Doug has not in the best of health and lost his final battle on June 25, 2012. Our thought and prayers will be with him always. July 10, 2012 0 0 74.138.88.168 Fonley Allen: Dunlap Iowa Ekkkkkkkkkkkkk, my 'puter ate my "E" Added: June 12, 2012 Submitted by h.dusty benach lebanon pa aka detroit the t shirts for the 2013 reunion are in the works and hopefully will be available soon. design has been selected waiting on final art work from selected manufacturer and final costs of shirts. order forms will be posted for advance orders and possible mail services at an additional charge. thanks for your patients. Added: June 11, 2012 Submitted by Tom Powell I wanted to let you and the Squadron know that our brother in arms Richard Rindt passed on to Fiddler's Green Monday June 4th. Rick and I trained basic trainees at Ft. Leonard Wood together and went to Jungle School together then went to the 3/5 Cav together. Rick was assigned to HHT in Supply his entire tour(1969-1970). When Rick returned home he became a Special Agent with the FBI and had an outstanding career. I am sure that the guys in HHT that were in country from mid 1969 to mid 1970 will remember Lt. Rindt. I tried to get him to the reunions the last three years but he did not feel good enough to get out. Please let everyone know. Tom Added: June 8, 2012 Submitted by jimmy mishoe south carolina hello my brothers let me know how many are coming for eats and fishintrip thanks Added: June 5, 2012 Submitted by Randy Heber Merrill Mi Sorry Greg, I don't remember. Hope all is well with you. Added: May 31, 2012 Submitted by Tom Ford Oregon "CHARLIE HORSE" D/3/5 Quang Tri 70-71. Welcome Home to all of you. At the start of the Lam Son 719 Operation, "CHARLIE HORSE" became part of the SQ commanded by LTC Osborn. I was CH 26. This post is sparked by seeing a picture of Paul Schwiegerach on the front page of the "Oregonian" newspaper. Don't know the man but he looks sharp in the photo. He was partaking in a ceremony at the Vietnam Veteran Memorial. If any of you know him, google the paper and take a look at the Tues edition, 5/29/2012. Added: May 28, 2012 Submitted by greg curtis maine randy do you remember the name of our medic in the 1st c troop Added: May 28, 2012 Submitted by NE Ohio On this day when we publicly honor the memories of our fallen seek out the Gold Star families and offer them strength and comfort. God Bless those family members and their departed loved ones who sacrificed their lives that we might enjoy ours. 74.138.88.168Chuck "Mac'" McKenzie Name: Chuck "Mac'" McKenzie NE Ohio On this day when we publicly honor the memories of our fallen seek out the Gold Star families and offer them strength and comfort. God Bless those family members and their departed loved ones who sacrificed their lives that we might enjoy ours. DAVE GRANT IOWA TO ALL TROOPS
YOU HAVE ONE MONTH TO ORDER SHIRTS FOR THE LOUISVILLE REUNION. SEE ALL OF YOU IN JUNE AND HAVE A SAFE TRIP......DAVE April 3, 2011 0 97.125.130.122 Tom Stewart Washington State stewar2@comcast.net To Jim Jefferis - welcome to the group Jim. I was CO of A Troop while you were there. The LT, Kincer, was 3rd Plt Ldr. I was in the rear the night you were attacked - went to the hospital in Quang Tri and saw all of the wounded (6) and said goodbye to LT K who died shortly after I saw him. Hope you can attend the next reunion. March 31, 2011 0 76.28.166.160 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Anyone out there know where Billy Faith is? He was with A Trp 2nd Plt. He is from CA and his Bday is June 1950 March 29, 2011 0 208.45.125.243 Dave Hume Akron, OH btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com Glen Davis, haven't checked in for awhile and today I did. I can't believe I'm writing to you. I was beginning to wonder if I would find any of you guys. You were my right gunner (50cal), Dan French was the left gunner (50 cal) and Fred Windsor was our driver. I'm looking at a pic. of us that was taken 5/17/70 at Millock South on the DMZ. I remember Carl but not any others. Man I can remember when you were a cherry comming into the country and our first fire fight your M60 jammed. Damn its so good to hear from you. I often wondered if you guys made it home. I'll have Mike Cook place my pics on the web and then you can see how ugly you were . WELCOME HOME man. I'll call you this Friday @ 7:00pm your time. In the meanwhile, here is my web address: btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com. I'm so glad you made it home brother and I'll call Friday, 7:00pm 4/1/11. Take care.
Dave March 29, 2011 0 24.29.243.60 hugh smith pigeon Mi Gary I was on 29 track in 70-71, with guy hilden ross franklen samual brown. My nickname was whitty March 28, 2011 0 66.211.83.25 gary egnatz (SLICK) toledo, Ohio smmom@bex.net i was in 2nd platoon black knight 1970-71 Dong Ha
drove tank and APC. Seen my pics on rick hocevar web on facebook. going to reunion in Louieville. Would love to hear you through email or 419-345-0156 March 27, 2011 0 72.241.200.123 Johnny Eaves Okla City eavesjohn@att.net I wish everyone good health and a long life. John Eaves Atrp 2nd platoon 3/5 cav 1968. March 26, 2011 0 76.198.252.42 John F Wood Las Vegas johnfp45@hotmail.com B troop 1971 medic with ? 3rd plt. D troop or ??? 1972 Have some pictures of a rescue I did wit 2 others of the pilots of a down cobra. Do not know how to get them on site. Have many other pictures,from B trp, but do not know how to post them. March 25, 2011 0 72.193.164.73 LARRY HARPER HUBBARD OHIO harpla@sbcglobal.net I was in A TRP 2nd platoon from Feb. 1967 to Jan. 1968. I was on track 25,does anyone have a picture of it after it got hit during Tet ? Also I want to mention that I will never forget Thomas Haggard K.I.A. March 20, 1967 at Bau Bang. I only knew him a few short weeks, but like I said i'll never forget him. March 20, 2011 0 75.19.115.93 DONALD CHMIEL DETROIT MICHIGAN tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I would like to know were are all 1st platoon troops? I was there nov 68 nov69,same as the rest names are hard,I was on 12 track,hope to hear from some 1st platoon troops,or any of my Brothers. March 19, 2011 0 24.192.171.49 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Just checking in to see if any troopers that served during my tour might be watching the guestbook. I served with 3rd Plt. A Trp. from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68. Been in contact with one trooper I served with, Ray Littman by phone and E-Mail but am hoping some others will notice and get in contact with me some day. I cannot remember names much anymore but still have alot of faces imbedded in mind. I will hope to hear from some of you, but if not I will always remember my time I spent with the best of all, troopers of the 3-5 Cavalry. March 18, 2011 0 63.207.239.114 Randall Gonterman Indiana wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com I just got my flag and it looked great. Did someone make a flag like the one on the web page 5 over crossed sabers 3. That would be an interesting one to have also. March 16, 2011 0 67.237.16.64 jim jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com a co. 2nd platon i think, oct 70 till may 71. remember sgt. wolfe, colinsworth,sgt. white, opie, chuckles, spookie sedolski,poncho. joined in with a platon on dewey canyon 2 on a hill by a huge mountion. behind or around kha son. lt. was killed by rpg. my tank was hit by rpg. opie, colinsworth were dusted off. anyone remember? killed 2 nva , 1 inside wire. March 13, 2011 0 24.94.97.16 Mark Schrupp Bettendorf Iowa Livtoroc4u@mchsi.com 43 years ago yesterday my cousin Billy's APC hit a landmine in Quang Tri Province Vietnam, 43 years ago today my cousin gave his life for this great nation. Five weeks earlier his unit received the Valorous Unit Award, 2 & 3 February 1968 in the battle of Xuan Loc, durng the Tet Offensive.You are gone but not forgotten RIP Sp4 E4 William Edward Lilienthal 2ND PLT, C TRP, 3RD SQDN, 5TH CAVALRY, 9TH INF DIV.

Please if anyone knew Billy or by chance has photos please contact me at Livtoroc4u@mchsi.com.....Thank you all for your service to our country and welcome home. March 12, 2011 0 173.22.5.118 Michael Hardin Mocksville, NC mdh69mrh@yahoo.com Hello, 1st I would like to thank you all for your service. The reason that I am posting this comment is because my father was in D Co. from Dec.69 to roughly May 71. He has always wanted to get in touch with the guys he served with. He is not computer savy so I have taken it upon myself to try to fing his Brothers in Arms. So if anyone on here knows James "Doug" Hardin, please contact me. He was in a Rifle company and I have heard him say "Doughboys" a number of times. Some of the names I can remeber hearing are Robert Flemming, Joe Forester, and Linwood Hope. I hope to get some sort of response. Thank you. March 3, 2011 0 66.44.243.205 J T Mohead Illinois midwest@iname.com Cannot recalled a lot,but I was with HHT co. & company C, 3/5 Cav from Nov 67 to July 68. I remember a ship transported us to the DMZ line. March 1, 2011 0 99.135.190.4 Tom Cowan California tcowan3@msn.com Just checking in. Haven't posted for a few years. I was in HHt all of '69 and about 19 days of '70. February 27, 2011 0 108.13.200.103 Joe Distel Pewamo, Michigan papa_ditty@yahoo.com I was HHT assigned to drive the Chaplain in the fall of 69 before being reassigned to the 1/61st. Spent most of my time while with the 3/5 at Dong Ha. February 23, 2011 0 69.98.205.130 Mike Cook Louisville mwtjcook@insightbb.com Brothers
Dewey Ponds has passed on to Fiddlers Green today Tuesday Feb 22 at 7:05 am, he had a series of small strokes that he could not overcome. Dewey will be at Hager Funeral Home 633 Bland St Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108. The Viewing will be Thursday Feb. 24 from 2pm to 8pm the service will be Friday the 25th at 2 pm.
Dewey was the brother we tried to get to the Williamsburg Reunion. Told me he would be at the Squadron Reunion, Dewey was a Tank Commander and Platoon Sargent with C Troop 1968-1969.
If you have any pictures of Dewey please e mail them to me at mwtjcook@insightbb.com and I will get them added to the Fiddlers Green pages on the web. February 23, 2011 0 74.141.156.153 David Narrow Colton, NY nkimble117@gmail.com I served with A Trp., 3 Plt. from April '69 to April '70 on track 32. Looking for Nino Trihillio (sp?) TC, Ernest Cole or any other troopers who served in this unit when I was there. I became TC on 32 later; my driver sustained a leg wound from a morter going up Hamburger Hill. I believe I had the best firin' 50 cal which came with a brand new track before going into the a/s valley.
I miss all of you every day. Please call me at (315) 262-2497. I'd love to hear from anyone from the 3rd plt. Thanks! February 22, 2011 0 68.238.86.149 Mike Buxton HHT Support Platoon 6/69-12/70 hht91@midmaine.com Would someone send me a picture of the patch with the Knight in full color February 21, 2011 0 184.91.18.19 Dewey Fambry The Colony Texas wolf380@swbell.net This is Dustin Donovan, Dannie's son. I know that we met at one of the Black Knights reunions in the past, however I would have been much younger. I wanted to write this to let you know I received and appreciated your kind words. My dad was extremely proud of his time in Vietnam, and as was made obvious to me in my life, it was because of the men he met and knew there and the experience they shared. He was always extremely excited as reunion time came close and loved to go and see all of you guys and wouldn't have missed one. I was unable to find anything that would have allowed me to contact more of his friends from Vietnam, so I was glad to see that at least you had found out so the word must have spread some. If you could please, if you haven't done so already, contact anyone you know that was also a friend of my dads. I know he would have liked more of you guys to know and it bothers me that I don't know how to get in contact with you all. Anyway, thank you again for your kind words and time. I will make sure that the Black Knights saying "IF YOU AIN'T CAV YOU AINT s***" is read at his memorial. I know that my dad definitely believed that! If you or any other Black Knights have any questions or anything, please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely,

Dustin Donovan
cell: 317-201-7440
email: dustinjdonovan@yahoo.com February 12, 2011 0 99.136.80.178 RICHARD BLOCK kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net for all you troopers that knew Danny Donovan from the bird dogs He passed away this last week end from cancer. may He rest in peace February 11, 2011 0 24.100.107.114 hugh a smith pigeon mi Does anybody know ware i can get 3/5 cav patches. I was in B-Troop, second plt 70-71. February 8, 2011 0 66.211.70.124 Dave Grant Iowa THIS IS A REMINDER TO ALL TROOPERS...THE DEAD LINE IS NEARING TO ORDER THE T SHIRTS FOR THE 2011 REUNION.IF YOU CAN'T MAKE THE REUNION AND WANT A SHIRT CONTACT ME DAVE GRANT B-TROOP REP.
(BE WEAR OF THE YELLOW SQUARE) February 5, 2011 0 97.125.130.122 GLEN DAVIS SACRAMENTO beerbellyharleyman@yahoo.com HAY RICK AND GARY SORRY I WAS IN B TRP.
WE CAN STILL TALK.
GLEN February 4, 2011 0 67.164.230.165 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota Hey Glen when I first got to the platoon I was on 26 we were just across the river from Cam Lo got to the platoon round Mar 10th 1970 Was only on the track for a few days then I was put on 22 as a gunner with Ventura, Serritt, Doc King and Maskey (TC) February 4, 2011 0 71.36.210.63 Gary Ellis Sacramento kqql59@yahoo.com HI Glenn I am in Sac also, welcome home brother, I was with A trp 3/5 2nd plt. May 69 to April 70, drove the 26 track for Lt. McCandlis, my TC Gary Turner, lots of names I forget, remember faces ok. Why we never crossed paths? Looking for Al Johnson, CA or McGary from Indiana. They were on 24 track I think. Will give you a call, 26 delta February 3, 2011 0 70.133.70.212 Tom Kell Black Knights Treasurer tutone@wi-net.com Fellow Troopers,
I have had many e-mails regarding purchasing a Squadron flag. Here is the information:

I will have about 100 flags at the Reunion, but, when they are gone, I will have to send them to you after the Reunion.
It's your call.
The Squadron flags are $15.00 plus the following;
Mailing charges on 1 = $3.00
2-4 = $4.95
These are good quality flags and should last outside on a flag pole for 3-4 years.
Please make check payable to: Black Knights
Send to: Tom Kell
7686 4th Street
Amherst, WI 54406
Best Regards, Tom Kell BIA
PS Just a reminder; If you have not sent your Membership dues in, please do so. The Organization cannot continue to have a Number #1 Website without your help. February 1, 2011 0 67.209.65.94 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers, if you are unable to attend our reunion in Louisville this June, but would like a reunion T-shirt,please check the T-shirt site on the website. Larry Sullivan-BIA, Black Knights Pres. January 31, 2011 0 76.213.222.38 ETHEL ISAACS WILLARDS, MARYLAND CATWOMAN1227@AOL.COM THANK YOU SO MUCH FONLEY ALLEN FOR SENDING ME THIS SITE ... MY HUSBAND ROY (Ike) ISAACS SERVED IN 3/5TH C TROOP 68-69 .... ROY PASSED AWAY OCT 24,2008 FROM BONE /BLOOD CANCER DUE TO AO ... HE ATTENDED MANY REUNIONS ,WAS AT THE 1ST IN FREDERICKSBURG . HE LOVED GETTING TOGETHER WITH HIS BROTHERS .. HE IS SOOOO MISSED !I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER I'M PART OF YOUR FAMILY ! PROUD MEMBER OF "E" TROOP ... I HAVE SOME PICS FROM NAM FONLEY ,HOW DO I GET THEM TO YOU ? ETHEL ISAACS January 26, 2011 0 173.19.208.227 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hey Glen, Rick here I was on 22 Trk 2nd Plt Feb '70 to April '71 was with Charles Serritt, Dave Ventura, Doc King, Ken Maskey (TC) Also had Mike Weekly, Ken Mayzich,Cline, Miller, Serna and Doc Thompson as the tour went on. e-mail is photoric09@msn.com January 23, 2011 0 71.36.208.83 Johnny (Hutch) Hutcherson Bear Cat - Dong Tam hutchdtp@millenicom.com Checking in - Door Gunner 68-69
Live Fredericksburg TX. :cool: January 22, 2011 0 75.199.231.37 GLEN DAVIS SACRAMENTO CA beerbellyharleyman@yahoo.com I was with the cav3/5 2plt track 25 with Dave Hume
from 1/15/70 12/26/70.names CARL CARLSON.STEVE WIMER.LIKE TO HEAR BACK FROM YOU GUYS.
CELL 530-559-3668.I been with the BLACKKNIGHT ORG
SINCE 1999.
GLEN January 22, 2011 0 76.114.25.186 Bob Kinner Blytheville Arkansas bknnr@yahoo.com Looking for Jerry Duffy
2plt Ctrp 1971 January 18, 2011 0 67.231.34.71 Scott Springdale, Arkansaws scott4724@aol.com Looking for Robert Cantu that also served with B Co 1/5th Cav January 14, 2011 0 72.204.67.200 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Bravo Trp, 1st plt,scout section leader '66-67. Looking for Vincente Becerril from California and any other members of 1st platoon "boat people." Hopefully will find a few more before the reunion in June. January 13, 2011 0 174.45.80.63 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com B Trp 1st Plt 1966 to 1967. Just checking in, we actually may represent the 1st Plt this june very well if all make it !!!! January 13, 2011 0 71.29.179.212 craig yockey fresno calif. John Burns I was with c-trp3/5th at that time . I have been in contact with Tom in the last year. would like to hear from you give me a call maybe we can recall some names together.559-2752091 there is a 3hour diferance in time. hope to hear from you. January 9, 2011 0 209.86.226.28 John Burns Tn. jbburns@charter.net I was with C Troop from Feb. to July in 1967 I was one of the transfers from the 17th cav. I drove for Tom Rothwell. I can't remember any other names but I remember the faces. January 9, 2011 0 71.88.190.229 john lang penn nanchangjohn@yahoo.com my father in law dave dayson served in 3/ 5 cav d troop from 68-69, was wondering if anyone knew him. and is there a way i can order a t shirt with your logo for him, thank all of you for your service to our country, have a happy new year January 4, 2011 0 72.70.223.128 Tracy Chicago solvedm@comcast.net All of my fellow troopers have a "Safe and Happy New Year" December 31, 2010 0 69.243.151.141 Randall Gonterman Indiana wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. December 25, 2010 0 67.237.22.126 Randy Heber Merrill Michigan debheber@hotmail.com Merry Christmas to all my 3/5 cav brothers and your families. I'll be enjoying my first Christmas with my two new grandson's. I remember Christmas 1970 in the field as we drew straws to see who would get to go to the Bob Hope show, I lost of course.Thinking of all our troops currently in harms way and praying for their safe return. See you in Louisville. December 25, 2010 0 204.12.175.115 Tom Mlynarski A-34 Hartland Michigan tmlynarski@comcast.net Joel Church, Love to see that picture> My E-Mail is tmlynarski@comcast.net Will be in Denver CO for the next two weeks. Merry Christmas to you. Saw pictures of you Lt Goree sent me of the past reunions, great stuff. December 24, 2010 0 67.166.52.208 Joel Church A-35 Bozeman, MT. jchurch1160@msn.com Tom Mlynarski I have a picture of you laying in the hooch with a puppy. You are on a cot reading with the dog on your cot too. Let me know your address and I'll e-mail it to you. I hope to see you in KY. in June. Merry Christmas to everyone. December 24, 2010 0 97.121.239.50 Carlos E. Morris Wheelersburg,Ohio carlosemorris@hotmail.com Sunshine been looking for you. Please contact me or send me your e-mail or phone number. My phone 740-574-2632. E-mail carlosemorris@hotmail.com. December 23, 2010 0 71.124.123.3 Charles Eakes aka Sunshine ColoradoSprings Colorado z71-lobo@live.com To all 3/5 9inf. and family have a happy xmas and m ay your newyear be the best one every from sunshine and family. 3/5 2nd plt B trp Dec 68- Dec 69 December 23, 2010 0 99.14.85.128 richard block ky by way of mich rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hi Don I was with A trp 2nd plt from Nov 67 until nov 68 I left the trp right after we moved to Evans I stayed with top 1stsgt Walker the last days I was their.left the next day after 2nd plt was hit right out side of evans My E-Mail is rwblock@newwavecomm.net
have a happy holidays December 23, 2010 0 24.100.107.114 Rick Hocevar Minnesota photoric09@msn.com The Christmas poem was awesome sent it to everyone in my address book December 22, 2010 0 71.32.189.47 Donald Chmiel Detroit Mich. tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com Richard Block. HI!! HOW ARE YOU? tHIS IS DON CHMIEL WHEN IN TOWN GIVE ME A CALL.Rich what troop were you in? and what platoon? HO YA WHAT YEARS.!!!! Me nov 68 to nov 69. Worked out off Camp Evans,Wonder Beach,The Valley,High #1,Dong Ha!!O SH!! TALK TO YOU LATER.Have a great XMAS AND NEW YEAR.GOD BLESS ALL********** December 21, 2010 0 24.192.171.49 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net To all my BIA's, have a merry Christmas and a great year ahead. Remember those that we left behind & never forget. December 20, 2010 0 74.240.251.235 Donald Chmiel Detroit Mich. tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com Richard Block this is Donald chmiel nice to hear from you.yes that sounds great my tel #586-758-0356.next time in town give me a call iam sure we will have alot to talk about.Have a great holiday.God bless all!!!! December 19, 2010 0 24.192.171.49 juanrcantu weslaco,texas juanrcantu@yahoo.com To all bias 3/5 cav.BLACKKNIGHTS. Have yourselves a merry christmas and a prosporous new year.Wishing you all the best. BIA Juan R Cantu3 December 18, 2010 0 72.178.173.103 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Dave, 1st Plt, B Trp, mostly boat people, will be there in strength. We're even bringing the Troop clerk with us. December 17, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 DAVE GRANT IOWA I SURE HOPE ALL THESE B-TROOPERS CAN MAKE THE 2011 REUNION AND BRING ANY/ALL PIC. WITH YOU OR ANYTHING ELSE. YOUR REP. December 17, 2010 0 97.125.130.122 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Looking for B Troop boat people. If any of you are lurking out there, post yourself front and center. Especially looking for B Trp, 1st Plt 1966&67. Let's hear from you. December 16, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Gail Davis Mountain Wi B Troop Reporting in. Want to wish you all a merry christmas and a happy new year. December 16, 2010 0 173.254.146.155 ART REYNOLDS OXFORD NEW YORK 4sassy@frontiernet.net B TRP DON HARKER/BILL ROWLINGS/CARL HATFIELD/RICH MEDINA/LONNY WASHINGTON/GARY PARKS/PHIL JENINGS/KEN CORNELL/DOC OLIVER MEDIC/DOC WILIAMS MEDIC/AND ALLB_TROPERS WHERE ARE YOU December 16, 2010 0 70.100.200.102 richard Block Kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Donald Chmiel let me know your address I'm always going to Windsor to see my sister. maybe we can have a good cup of coffee ( on me ) December 16, 2010 0 24.100.107.114 Ed Murray Selbyville, Delaware eddie.murray@verizon.net Was looking through older posts and saw where Dewey mentioned Roger Price. I was in contact with his daughter quite a while back and she told me he had passed. Roger was with 1st Plt. B Troop from Dec. 69 to November 11, 1970. We left country the same day December 13, 2010 0 108.36.35.243 Michael Chicago michael3920@und3212.ue nice buestbook December 10, 2010 0 178.73.48.86 Hugh Smith Pigeon Mi James glad to here from you. I was on 29 track with Ross Franklen and Sammual Brown. Do you rember any of these guys also, Dave Whitehead, Guy Hilden, Jim Z? Glad you made it home!! Rember the YELLOW SQUARE. December 9, 2010 0 66.211.70.86 Jim Zoeller Gordon, Texas jimzoeller@cs.com I just now heard about the 3-5 site and 2011 reunion. Sorry I missed the B troop 2010 reunion,, I might have known some of you. I commanded 3rd platoon B/3-5 cav from July 1967 to Feb 1968, then into HHT 3-5 cav as LNO till July 1968. Does anybody know Tom Player from B/3-5, last I knew he retired in NJ. Jim Zoeller December 9, 2010 0 99.197.0.56 Walter Hopkins upstate New York WWebehop@aol.com John Leonti--Welcome home--I have access to pictures of your 59 track, with the three .50 cal. A fellow hht member, Charles Crews, has them on his facebook site. A small group of us from B troop, 1st plt, are on facebook--You can contact me at WWebehop@aol.com--Or friend me on facebook. Merry Christmas my Brothers in Arms. December 9, 2010 0 72.92.183.78 John Leonti Ohio redoak59@sbcglobal.net Walter Hopkins, I was in the hhd platoon on the 59 track. welcome home and Merry Christmas to all December 8, 2010 0 99.51.95.182 JAMES MC DONALD ARKANSAS BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM LOOKING FO B TROOPERS FROM OCT. 70 TO OCT 71
JEFFERIES AN HUGH SMITH CONTACT ME AT
BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM December 8, 2010 0 207.119.81.199 Donald Chmiel Detroit Mich. tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I was with A troop 1st platoon from nov 68 to nov 69.I was on 13 track most of the time.I was hoping to find some of my BROTHERS that were there with me.I have a hard time remembering names,some faces I do know,Hoping to hear from some of my BROTHERS.GOD BLESS YOU ALL. December 7, 2010 0 24.192.171.49 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Following up on Tom mess.,I was in 3rd plt. A trp. from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68 & have only been in contact with one member of my platoon, Ray Littman who was our tank driver,and we communicate quite often by phone or e-mail. This a great site to communicate w/fellow troopers and read all the different answers questions & well wishs feom all. As most of us felt when we left V.N., it was a happy feeling, but bitter sweet because of the love of our buddies still there in harms way. There has always been something missing in my life since I returned and now that hole is being filled by returning to this webb-site. I hope we find all my fellow troopers and their families healthy&happy as can be through this holiday season and to all have a Merry Xmas December 6, 2010 0 70.140.218.123 Tom Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Ft Riley, USNS Upshure, 1966-1967.Truck ride to get our vechicles, 1 clip of ammo for the ride.Listening to Hanoi Hanna(only station that played descent tunes).Always new where we were!! The popping of mortors in the distance, sometimes comming in too close. Breaking jungle , ambushes, C-Rations(and hot sauce). Beer, ammo, gas, chow,mail by Helicopter. Like calling for a Pizza deliverery nowadays. Mine sweeping with 3 tanks,(Engineers walked too slow I guess) I know that you guys are out there reaing this . A lot of you need to know that this is not a private place for the elite few. It's here for "US" to stay in touch. Try it , ya jus might like it. Still lookin for tose that I served with. Found a few, be nice to find a lot more. sign the guestbook, let someone know you will always remember the days when we were "THE CAV". My 2 cents have been put in for now. December 5, 2010 0 4.235.6.107 robert eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com PLEASE TAKE TIME OUT TO CHECK OUT THIS WEB PAGE.......COMBAT VETERANS COWBOY UP.COM John Nash is in my c group at the va its a great program for our veterans, it powerfull stuff for the ptsd that in us, spread the word lets help a veteran. thank you all..........usmc November 29, 2010 0 69.171.160.120 Tom Mlynarski Hartland Michigan tmlynarski@comcast.net To Joel Church, Thank you and the other A Trp members for the help.
Your information helped me a great deal. November 26, 2010 0 68.41.164.131 h dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com to all bia of the 3/5 Cav. I have a lot to be thankful for. I want to wish all of you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving Holiday, and remember all our brothers in fiddler green this holiday with a silent moment of prayer. November 25, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 robert eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com To all my brothers and sisters have a safe and happy thanksgiving................usmc November 24, 2010 0 69.171.160.77 Michelle Coffey Ellis Oneida, TN. michelle_ellis2007@yahoo.com Hey guys, just wanted to let ya'll know that I stopped by today. Was looking for you on Facebook & didn't have any luck w/the B-Troop. Not on there? Please let me know if ya'll do join up as I'd like to have you add me. Looking forward to the June 2011 Reunion! I can honestly say that I'm very excited to get to meet you all! I want to say a belated Thank you to all of you! I salute you all! God bless!
Sincerely, Sgt. Bill Coffey's lil girl, Michelle November 22, 2010 0 12.229.106.134 Tom Mlynarski Michigan tmlynarski@comcast.net I was with A Trp 3/5 Cav 3rd plt 34 track, from Nov. 68 to June 69. With Dave (Mort) Rothenhoefer, Steve Arcos. Hard to remember the names after 40 years, but the faces and memories are sometimes 5 minutes ago. November 22, 2010 0 68.41.164.131 Mike Wahl Mineral Point, WI abbyjoet@mhtc.net I have some pocket patches made up and can send you one. Contact me. Abbyjoet@mhtc.net November 21, 2010 0 216.180.214.231 Randall Gonterman Whiteland, Ind. wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com I am trying to find pocket patches for 3/5 cav.I can"t pay what they want for vintage so help me with some affordable ones. November 19, 2010 0 67.237.24.39 Randall Gonterman Whiteland,Ind. www.wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com I was in Dec.68 to Dec.69. I was at Camp Evens an Then went to the a.s.valley then to the DMZ. November 17, 2010 0 67.237.24.39 Mike Cook C Troop Rep Today 11/13/2010 our brother Fred Ccalvo passed through thr door to Fiddlers Green.
He will be missed!

Boots & Saddles
My Brother November 13, 2010 0 74.138.145.35 robert eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com I salute all men and women who serve this country.and the pow/mia GOD BLESS US ALL..........................usmc November 11, 2010 0 69.171.160.172 Robin Miller-Twohig Chicgo, Il now living in Texas robin@robontwohig.com "Lest We Forget" ...Our nation's soldiers serve every day to protect our country and its ideals.... Happy Veteran's Day to all who serve(d) so I can enjoy all my freedoms! God Bless all of you!

My dear brother, SGT(E5) Paul Lynn Miller, who was KIA serving his country in Vietnam one early morning on April 30th, 1968. Paul was a member of HHT Troop, 3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry (The Black Knights).

I have a link to a couple of photos of him while in Vietnam and other information that I am not allowed to post here. It is kind of my tribute to him. If anyone knew him and/or served with him in Vietnam or Germany, etc.... I would be grateful to hear your stories or comments about my wonderful brother who died way too soon!

Thank you so much and you earned our forever lasting gratitude for your service to our country!

Sincerely,
Robin Miller-Twohig
robin@robintwohig.com November 11, 2010 0 71.164.175.35 Michael Cook Louisville mwtjcook@insightbb.com Brothers
I hope all of you have a great Veterans Day, and I want to tell everyone THANKS!
Thank You for your service to our country.
Thanks for the backup you gave while we were at war
Thanks for helping load ammo on the tracks
Thanks for taking care of the wounded, and handling the KIAs with dignity
Thanks for the laughs we had setting around NDP, and all of the radio checks
Thanks for helping get me back home to my family, and you making it back to yours
Thanks for all of the great Reunions we have had and I hope we have many more to come
But most of all thank you for the Brotherhood, and comradely we have, the memories we share
and the way we still lookout for our Brothers.
Please take time to remember our Veterans that have passed on, and those who gave it all on the battle field.
Give a special thanks to your God for all of the blessings (he â€" she) bestowed you and take a moment to remember all of our Brothers
Mike (Cookie) Cook
C Troop 3/5 Cav
RVN 4/68-4-69 November 11, 2010 0 74.138.145.35 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Happy Veterans day fellow troopers. Let us all remember our fallen comrades, and those who still suffer. Enjoy your day! God bless you all! November 11, 2010 0 75.41.67.109 Jeff Lapp Pens Grove NJ jkl134@hotmail.com Happy Veterans Day to All 3-5 Troopers Let us remember our fallen brothers today and every day November 11, 2010 0 173.61.238.36 DAVE GRANT IOWA btrooper@q.com THE SHIRT ORDERS ARE COMING IN GREAT. I WOULD LIKE IT IF YOU COULD LET ME KNOW WHAT TROOP YOU WAS IN BY YOUR NAME. HAVE A GREAT VETERANS DAY AND SEE YOU IN JUNE November 10, 2010 0 75.170.233.8 hugh smith--whitty pigeon Mich I would like to here from anyone. From B-Trp 3/5 70-71. Second plt. November 10, 2010 0 66.211.69.116 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com All 3/5 cav blackknights,have a safe veterans day. November 10, 2010 0 72.178.173.103 Remberto"TICO"Martinez California rembertomartinez61@yahoo.com My dear 3/5 Cav brothers.I sure do miss you guys.Being a Black Night was one of the most memerable times in my Military career, and in my life."Real Cav" from 1980-1984. (el Cubano)... November 5, 2010 0 75.80.3.119 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net This message is for Nisha who left a mess. saying she wanted to talk to me. Please call me at 530-223-5852 in Redding,Ca.,or e-mail me at tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net. I would give anything to hear from you & to know how my daughter is doing. I am still in Redding,Ca. and my phone # is in the book. I am very anxious to hear from you so I hope you check the guestbook soon, I"m sorry I had"t checked it sooner. November 1, 2010 0 63.198.18.30 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com B Troop 1st Platoon had a very happy mini reunion in Nashville Tn on the 29th, 3oth and departed on the 31st , we had 9 people from the 1st Platoon and some of these guys had not seen any one in 43 years it was great . Pat Fagin you did a great job Thanks Tim B Troop 1st Platoon 1966 1967 October 31, 2010 0 75.89.133.149 R. Lindsey N.C. juliogold@aol.com james shouse
I saw your email. I was with 1st then 2nd platoon, Ctrp. 67-68 October 30, 2010 0 75.195.81.13 juanrcantu Weslaco,Texas Greetings Ron Gould,I just want to ask if Smitty was with the mortars?BIA BLACKNIGHT!! October 28, 2010 0 72.178.173.103 Larry Schoen New Berlin IL 62670 Tony Brown Yes I remember you going over early . I was Btroop 1st Ptl. Getting togather with them all in nashville. October 25, 2010 0 173.28.88.64 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net Tony Brown, 1st platoon is getting together Oct 29, 30, 31 in Nashville TN. Contact me or Ed. My cell # is 615-390-9340 October 25, 2010 0 74.179.232.232 Ron Gould mich rag.2020@hotmail.com looken 4 Robert Smith - Smitty c troop 69-70 from detroit October 24, 2010 0 69.14.222.130 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Tony Brown contact me: echam39239@bresnan.net or 406-388-0585. October 23, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Tom Grooman Fort Laramie, WY 82212 goldenarrow2104@yahoo.com Looking for a graphic of two shoulders (Vietnam) with the labeling, "It Don't Mean Nothing". I saw it on a web site a few year ago but lost my hard drive and can not seem to find it any where.
2/34 Armor
Charlie Company
69-70 Dong Ha October 23, 2010 0 75.220.69.132 Anthony (Tony) Brown Bardstown, KY coventrycity@bardstowncable.com I was a member of the 1st Platoon B Trp. My section leader was Ed Chambers. I was on the advance party that flew over. My room mate in Ft. Riley was a tanker by the name of Tom Feeney. My trach was B-13, the' Boxbanger' Would be nice to hear from anyone who remembers me. October 23, 2010 0 63.144.115.167 Nisha California nishab2u@msn.com Wanting to talk to Terry Pilkington. October 21, 2010 0 76.252.250.225 Ron Gould Port Hope Mich RAG.2020@HOTMAIL.COM NAM-JULY 69 70 1ST PLT. WELCOME HOME ALL U TROOPERS October 15, 2010 0 69.14.222.130 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Mario Pino,
Welcome home. Hope life is going well for you. Your fellow members from first platoon are all watching for a post from you. Hope to link up with you in Nashville. October 14, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Walter Hopkins upstate New York WWebehop@aol.com John Leonti--What platoon did you serve with in B troop--67--68. Looking for more troopers that served in the first platoon, B troop 3/5 in 67--68 October 14, 2010 0 70.18.99.132 Larry Schoen New Berlin IL 62670 lschoen2@gmail.com Mario Pino, So good to heard your voice Man it has been a long time I will be faxing stuff tomomore. Please call me on my cell any time My E mail is lschoen2@gmail.com October 14, 2010 0 173.28.88.64 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Watching for a post from Mario Maso Pino, he was with B Troop 1st Platoon 1966-1967, Larry talked to you on the phone and we just want you to be in touch with us. I can give you phone numbers to call. My phone # is 859-986-2776 E-Mail is tstbgpops@yahoo.com I know Larry told you about our Mini Reunion coming up on the 29, 30 and 31 of Oct in Nashville but we also have the unit reunion next year in Louisville Ky. Get in touch with me October 14, 2010 0 71.28.202.195 Mike Cook Louisville We the Black Knights are in need of some volunteers, there are several job that need to be filled before our reunion starts. Of theses the most important is the Quartermaster, I did that job for several years, so I can give you the help you need. I still have the embroidery machine, and TJ can digitize designs for us at no cost. I still have some pins left as well as some other items to help you get started. If you think you might be interested you can contact me at 502-969-9202, or Larry Sullivan at 1-765-860-2636. We have some things ordered for the reunion but we are in need of a Quartermaster. So Please give this some thought and if you feel you can do this please step up and let us know time is running out.

Cookie October 13, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net Big ooops. I mean fall 2010. Don't have alzimers just yet! October 11, 2010 0 99.21.23.9 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net I notice there is a fall 2011 news letter. Is it out yet? I attended the Branson reunion and paid dues but have not gotten any follow up info or request for more dues. What's the deal. B Trp - Jun 68 to Feb 69. October 11, 2010 0 99.21.23.9 T.W.Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Craig Yockey,still waiting for the pics you said you have. Love to see them. Hope your doing well and enjoying yourself and family. Like to meet up with you again and B.S. for a couple of days>>>>
Tom October 8, 2010 0 4.235.6.60 john leonti Ohio redoak59@sbcglobal.net Good site, served with B trp. 67/68 October 8, 2010 0 76.253.135.160 Paul Rebrovich Kingsport, Tn. justiceseeker222@yahoo.com Dean I sure will get together when I come back to N.Y. You don't know how much it helped this fng to connect with someone from back home so soon after being assigned to 3/5. I'm sure we'll have more opportunities to link up. Randy, I'm sorry it has taken me 40 years to thank you for what you and others did for my crew and me after we hit that mine. I'm so grateful for the people I had the honor to serve with. Thank you!!! October 3, 2010 0 97.81.6.241 Dean J. Moretti Lackawanna N.Y. djmo19@msn.com Paul Sorry we did not get to speak more. Amazing we lived so close and didn't know it. If you are ever back here please look me up . October 3, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 Randy Heber Merrill mi Thanks Paul for the quick answer I knew somebody on the website would know. Nice seeing you folks to after 40 years. I hadn't seen you since we put you on that Dustoff. Looking forward to seeing you again in Louisville. October 2, 2010 0 204.12.173.233 Paul Rebrovich Kingsport,Tn. justiceseeker222@yahoo.com Randy Heber,We switched to Sheridans early Feb.70.We were in the back-yard at the time. It was nice seeing you at the reunion, my wife and I had a great time. Thanks to all who made it such a well organized event! October 1, 2010 0 97.81.6.241 Randy Heber Merrill, Michigan debheber@hotmail.com Just throwing out a question that has come up. When did the Sheridan tanks replace the 48's in the 3/5 cav? I know they had been there a while before I arrived in country April of 70. October 1, 2010 0 204.12.173.233 Gilbert Cuevas Pheonix,Arizona gilbertcuevas72352@gmail.com I served with B-trp.3third plt.on 37 from 11-26-70thu.2-20-71.would like to hear from anyone that served with third plt.during the same time frame.I've been in cantact with about 12 members of 3rd. plt.that I knew at that time .it has been a great thing for me.would like to make it a great for you to.Phone#602-499-1244
call me, Gil September 29, 2010 0 97.117.220.227 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Checking to see if anyone might recall our little trip into Hue city with our 3rd plt. A troop in the Tet of 68. It all seemed to be a big blurr at the time, maybe thats a good thing in a way. I left the Asha Valley 5-4-68 from Fire Base Burmingham and my burned out tank was buried there in the middle of the ammo dump with part of the turret still exposed. Was hoping someone in my plt. or others would remember those times. As I get older and look at the pictures of the troopers I served with, It makes me proud of all of you September 27, 2010 0 64.163.110.252 hugh smith- smitty pigeon mi Rick-Iwas on 29 track babybrute-jr from nov 70 to sept 1,71. My base camp was Dong Ha. Do you rember SGT Willams-or SGT White? Or Dave Whitehead - Battle-Jim Zuger-? September 24, 2010 0 66.211.70.66 Rick Chapman Salisbury, MA rickchapman4@yahoo.com I was in B Troop 3/5 cav from July 1970 to September 1971. I wore the 9th infantry patch . My base camp was in Dong Ha. My track wore the "YELLOW SQUARE" and was call the double duece. September 23, 2010 0 75.67.185.153 wayne crouch calif. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net Huge I was on 29 baby brute as a loader. we hit a mine and lost road wheels. went back to rear and got baby brut 2. after awhile got put no a apc. on nov.8 hit another mine and wae wounded never went back to troop. September 23, 2010 0 71.141.128.62 hugh smith-smitty pigeon mi I was in 2-nd platoon, I was on 29 trach BABY BRUTE JR. WITH guy hilden-ross franklen-sammual brown. September 23, 2010 0 66.211.70.19 wayne crouch calif. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net i was also in b 3/5 cav. in 1970 what platoon were you in i was in 2 platoon September 22, 2010 0 71.141.128.62 john long penn nanchangjohn@hotmail.com my father in law served in the 3/ 5 in vietnam from 68-69, can anyone give me information, where i can order a shirt with the 3/ 5 on it, thank you for serving our country September 20, 2010 0 72.79.134.69 hugh smith -smitty pigeon. mi I was in B-Troop 3/5 cav from 70-71. Glad to here from you! September 20, 2010 0 66.211.70.236 gregory wright beech grove,IN(Indianapolis0 greg4635@att.net I served in Vietnam in 1970-1971-9th division-3rd squadron-5th calvary. I served in korea in 1968 and 1969. I was too young to go to vietnam. I would like to get in touch with anyone that was there. September 19, 2010 0 75.46.89.29 Dave Hume Ohio btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com Attention troopers...this is awake up call. I've been doing alot of reshearch on AO, PTSD and birth defects of vets who were exposed to AO (that's all of us). A must site is cybersarges.tripod.com. Once there go to site map and click on Classified info on AO, if this isn't enough to to get your blood boiling then scroll down to Agent Orange Awareness and Info. and you will see how many of us are suffering and the VA is doing nothing about it. I've had colon cancer (1990) and as a result, I've had a colostmy for over 20yrs. I have PTSD (don't we all) my 3 children have birth defects, one of them is finally accepted by the VA as an AO cause. Something has to be done about our abuse, any suggestion? If so, contact me at btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com. May GOD bless all of you and your families.

Dave BIA September 15, 2010 0 24.93.183.250 EATON colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com DEAR Mr cook and all c troop ,i noticed you all had a reunion,sound like it was a fun, i was hoping mybe the m48 (god) on tube dec 24 outside cam lo on fire came up, iam still hoping to find conformation ,about what happen, thanks bros September 13, 2010 0 69.171.160.37 Tom Powell Mt. Olive, NC Dean and Allen I agree with you, the C Troop reunion was great. It was good to meet you guys. Looking forward to the next one. September 12, 2010 0 69.134.140.95 fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net you right there Dean. I am still buzzing. The bios are a great idea
September 6, 2010 0 69.66.129.194 Dean Moretti Lackawanna N.Y. djmo19@msn.com C Troop reunion was a blast. Thank You Mike Cook and all that put it together.It was an Honor to have served with the 3/5 cav ! September 3, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 DEL PUTMAN FT. DELPUTMAN@GMAIL.COM TMAN GMAICOML ART REYNOLDS. IWAS. ON THE 35 TRACK OR BACK IN THE REAR AFTER I EXTENDED. THE END OF68 TILL I LEFT IN 69
40590 August 25, 2010 0 70.9.25.197 robert colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com Hello to all my brothers, thanks for your service. but most of all to Albert knisley and 16days till albert big day,God bless you.............usmc August 24, 2010 0 69.171.160.248 Gary Turner Monroe, Mi tamelm@hotmail.com Larry Spencer,

I think I remember you. I was in the 2-6 tango with Lt. McCandles 2nd platoon A troop. When I read your post, the memory came back to me about Cpt. Miggs (M-16). Did you guys ever find it? And, what happened to the guy who couldn't stay awake? August 23, 2010 0 99.150.157.228 Bruce Dyer USN MACV Vietnam Susanville, CA brucedyer@windjammercable.net Rcvd. a request from my Chapter #858 Vietnam Veterans of America - Honolulu - to send a THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE birthday card to Albert Knisley P. O. BOX 6 Greenfield, Ohio 45123. I noticed his daughter, Becky Newsom, has a posting in this site in regards to her reqeust. I have posted this request under the forums of Army, Navy and Air Force Together We Served. Albert is a WW II veteran who will be 90 on 9-11-10. This is a wonderful idea to say thank you for his service. Our WW II vets are quickly leaving us - lets honor them whenever possible! I a assuming that Albert was with the 3rd/5th Cav.
THANKS TO ALL. August 21, 2010 0 64.188.236.51 ARTREYNOLDS OXFORD NEW YORK 4sassy@frontiernet.net To Del Putman I was on track 33 1968&1969 TC at that time was Lonny Washington August 20, 2010 0 74.47.183.114 James (Jim) Butler Peru, IN jimbutler@connectgradd.net I was in C Troop from 01/69 thru 18 Oct 69. We hit a land mine outside Cam Lo while pulling road security. I was normally on 29 but was riding a PC for the time as my tank had hit a land mine while I was on R&R. After hitting the mine I can't remember to much. I do recall SFC Whitehead was the Plt Sgt. I have some old photos but can't remember many of the guys. If you remember me, please write or email. Welcome Home. August 19, 2010 0 72.4.52.246 DEL PUTMAN FT WAYNE IN DELPUTMAN@GMAIL.COM TMAN GMAICOML B TROOP 33 + 35 TRACK August 19, 2010 0 174.156.160.106 Tom Wolske Ames Iowa TRWolske2@cs.com Tom Mowery. I sure am sorry. When I wrote that entry to you, I somewhere had gotten the idea that you were a medic with C-Trp. At least I can use that for an excuse for not remembering you. August 16, 2010 0 173.26.184.111 james jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com whitty. can,t remember that name. spooky sedoski came to visit about 10 yrs. ago. he told me a story about chuckles. i remember him. something about a shau valley. some lt. called an arty barage on top of them. chuckles shot the lt. with a 45. or almost shot him. i can remember a track hitting a mine on the dmz. it was timed to denote the 4th track back. chuckles could run like a deer. he ran and got a litter off track in frnot of me. August 15, 2010 0 99.159.251.155 hugh smith--whitty pigeon. mi i remember all to well!!! do rember dave whitehead from- ohio? August 14, 2010 0 66.211.83.163 james jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com whitty, i have trouble remembering back that far. i can remember the driver had to set trip flares out. i think put rpg screen out at night.those rpg,s went right through the hulls on 551,s.land mines were everywhere. remember how to make a mechinacal ambush with claymores. drivers did that to. do you remember. August 13, 2010 0 68.75.26.64 hugh smith--whitty pigeon. mi James, Iwas in B-TROOP FROM oCTOBER 70 TO SEPTEMBER 71. i WAS ON 29 TRACK, bABY bRUTE jR. LOM SON 719, WAS THERE. GLAD TO SEE YOU HOME. August 13, 2010 0 66.211.83.233 Bob Griffith RI rgriffith@doa.ri.gov Tom Mowry, I tried to call you at a number listed in your name in Pascoag, but it was reported disconnected. I remember Bozo, Doris and their pups too. 1st Plt, A Trp had one of the pups, but he didn't survive. I'd like to talk with you more about the Bandaids. Call me at 222-5817 0r 578-8388. Dapper 16 (June-Dec '68). August 13, 2010 0 158.123.2.22 james jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com was in dong ha with 3/5 from nov.0 to may 71. think i was in a co. 2nd platon. went by toymaker. remember herbie, frenchie, richie mylack, sgt. bradley, barney, poncho. our medic and geronomo were killed during lam sond 719. i drove 28 tank. tt soul on gun tube. anyone remember? August 12, 2010 0 99.159.254.58 Tom Wolske Ames Iowa TRWolske2@cs.com Tom Mowry. I just read your guestbook entry. I rode with C-Trp from Sept 67 to Aug 68. I probably would remember you, but not by name. I hardly remember any one by name. We spent a lot of time at the medic track for a while after we found out you guys carried some special items in case we didn't get near the PX for a long time. Apparently we over did it because after a while we got cut off. I was a "mechanic" I started out as driver on the VTR with Frank Stone and Jim Hinds, but after a few run-ins with the Old Man, we went over to the mechanic track. In retrospect, we were lucky he didn't send us to the other side. On another note, I want to say I think you guys have been doing a great job on the web-site. Thanks a lot to all involved. August 10, 2010 0 173.26.184.111 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net To Tom Mowry,I remember Bozo as pup and Doris, some other species of dog,growing up together riding on separate tracks. I think they were on the scouts tracks. One day after a hard day of busting jungle,the trp. busted out an R.O.N. for the night. Bozo and Doris desided it was time to test their maturity by getting locked up with one another while the trp. hailed them on. It seemed halarious at the time,but as you know some stupid things were funny at time. Something to laugh about was hard to come by those days. I was in A Trp. 3rd Plt 5-67 to 5-68. August 10, 2010 0 69.238.198.18 Web Team Brothers
This would be a very nice thing for us to do. We don't have a lot of WWII vets still around,so lets see if we can make his day.sign from the Black Knights

HI! MY NAME IS BECKY NEWSOME AND FIRST LET ME SAY "THANKS FOR SERVING".
MY DAD IS A WWII VETERAN WHO WILL BE CELEBRATING HIS 90TH BIRTHDAY ON SEPT. 11, 2010. MY GOAL IS FOR HIM TO RECEIVE 1000 BIRTHDAY/THANKS FOR SERVING CARDS. SO IF YOU WOULD PASS THIS ALONG TO AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE I WOULD APPRECIATE. HE IS A GREAT DAD AND A GREAT GUY WHO LOVES HIS FAMILY AND COUNTRY.
SEND TO: ALBERT KNISLEY
P.O. BOX 6
GREENFIELD, OHIO 45123
THANK YOU!
BECKY
August 6, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com HI Dean hope all is well. this is bob we have talk iam still trying .to get one of you guys to id me or the other marine, on that day. ijust got done with ptsd 7week program,i was already 100% .but went anyhow,it was atrip take care brothers.....................usmc August 4, 2010 0 69.171.160.131 Paul Taylor Iowa alphie3740@gmail.com Today marks the 40th anniversary of Falcon Flats.
Remember how young we were. We are lucky we lived to get old Brothers. August 3, 2010 0 173.31.70.208 jerry patalano long island ny jerrypatalano@live.com I served in c-troop 11/67 to 11/68. unfortunely all battles blackhorse tet xuan loc monkey mountain wonder beach and all the rest of the good places I was on the captains track (good and bad)looking for rich siemanski August 3, 2010 0 24.189.65.117 Dean J. Moretti Lackawanna N.Y. djmo19@msn.com Was there day M48 with GOD on gun tube burnt. August 2, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@YAHOO.COM on DEC24 1969 M48 CAM LO.GOD ON TUBE. COULD USE SOME HELP ,IF YOU WERE THERE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. August 2, 2010 0 69.171.160.133 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net In answer to your last mess. Dave Clark,I was in the 37 tank right behind 38 tank when it was hit by an RPG and Sgt.Williams landed right in front of me. Willie Angus was the gunner in that tank and was my best friend at the time. The driver was name Harold ?,he survived and went on to Hue after with us. The loaders name I can't recall,but Angus's body was finally blown out of the tank later. Would like to talk to you or any one else in 3rd platoon from the time we went to Hue till left fire base burmingham 5-8-68. I hope I helped you some. Feel free to contact me anytime by E-Mail or phone 530-223-5852. Terry Pilkington. August 2, 2010 0 63.198.18.15 richard block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net tom bozo was with me from nov 67 until he was killed in june 68.have a few pictures of him with us. 2nd plt atrp if you would like to get ahold of me rwblock@newwavecomm.net August 1, 2010 0 24.100.100.124 James Szekely Clifton, NJ jimcarguy@excite.com To Gary Vaught:
I was in A Troop, 3rd Platoon during that firefight. I served from April, 1970 through March, 1971. I would like to talk to you, my #973-777-0310. August 1, 2010 0 71.250.22.136 tom mowry pascoag ri tomemowry@live.com i was assigned to the medic track from november 1967 to september 1968. i was wondering if anyone remembered a german shepard named bozo also the mascot of the medic track "badaid" August 1, 2010 0 75.177.20.157 Dave Clark Kansas clarklandsurveying@embarqmail.com Thanks to Terry, Rick and Richard for answering my message. I have tossed this question around for years and as I get older I feel like I would like to do something. The fire fight was in late Jan right after Tet. I believe Terry was talking about the same battle. I was the 3rd platoon medic, it was my first fire fight and as we rolled down the road I heard a huge explosion and all the guns began firing. I saw the lead tank burning and jumped off the track and broke a bone in my right foot. Never felt the pain, to tell the truth I was proably so scared I counld not feel anyting. I got to Sgt Williams and found him on the ground with part of his leg gone. I was working on him when two VC came out to see me and the 39 tank pulled up and took care of them. I tried several times to get on the burning tank but could not get to the hatch because of the fire and the rounds inside the takn wer exploding. I believe the drivers name was Beach, but I do not remember the two fellows inside the tank. Does someone know their names? I would like to fine their names on the wall. I would also like to know the TC for the 39 tank that more than likey saved my life. I think his first name was Michael, he was a big fellow and was a staff Sgt. Can someone give me the address to view the radio journals or daily reports. Thanks guys July 27, 2010 0 76.7.236.189 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net HI guys, I just looked over the pics of B trp. Reunion. You guys had wayyyyy too much fun. July 27, 2010 0 69.66.129.194 Gene Forsythe Nescopeck , Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net I am looking forward to the 2011 re-union . I was in HHQ 3/5 cav. and 3/34 artillery. All in 1967. My job was Field Communications Repair. Hope to meet up with some of the old group. I also was on the cruise ship UPSHUR and what a trip that was , or not. July 24, 2010 0 72.70.210.234 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net This mess. is to Dave Clark regarding an ambush coming out of fire base apple late Jan.68. I was in one late Jan. that happened in evening and the last one was a dayor two after the Tet started when we were reacting to an atack on an ARVN base camp up the road from apple. Thats when they hit Sgt. Williams tank w/rpg destroying it with two kia and one wounded Please feel free to contact me any time or any person who might have served with us during this time period by email or by phone 530-223-5852. July 24, 2010 0 70.130.69.151 donnie joule reno,nv djoule@sbcglobal.net had a great time at b troop reunion in ohio,
and a special thanks to tim wilkins and his
family for all they did.tim get well soon.

donnie joule b troop 68-69

p.s. if you ain't cav you ain't July 24, 2010 0 75.0.13.126 Rick Toledo Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com Dave, the first contact made outside FSB Apple was at 0545 Hrs. in Trang Bom. According to the radio journal, that was about 30 minutes after leaving FSB Apple. It didn't seem that long to me. Maj Mahler mentions it in his book, Ringed In Steel, on pg. 98. BTW, I highly recommend the book. Though Mahler says we left FSB at 0700, the radio journal says 0512 Hrs which about what I remember as it was not yet daylight. July 23, 2010 0 66.8.248.26 richard block mich-live in ky now rwblock@newwavecomm.net dave I was in the 2nd plt at that time. July 22, 2010 0 24.100.100.124 Andy Harris Des Moines, Iowa Tharris57@aol.com Had a good time in Elyria. A big thank you to Tim and his family. July 21, 2010 0 173.25.121.152 Larry Spencer GrandIsland Nebraska larryspencer112@yahoo.com I was a member of HQ platoon A troop from approx. June 1969 to June 1970 I was in Commo on the 40 track I remember Capt. Meigs [Im not sure of the spelling] was Troop commander for most of my time spent I hope I can remember other names with the help of others who read this message July 20, 2010 0 166.231.105.163 Dave Clark Kansas clarklandsurveying@embarqmail.com Was medic in 3rd platoon, A troop from 12/01/67 to 8/30/68. Would like to find anyone who remembers a ambush we were in coming out of Fire base Apple in late Jan. 1968 July 18, 2010 0 76.7.236.189 David C. Hume Akron, Oh icupat@yahoo.com 3/5 B Troop Brothers,

Thanks to everyone at our reunion (2010 Elyria) for making my wife, Pat, and I into your family. I'm still recovering from seeing all of you and maybe a 'slight' hangover. I thank the Lord that my wife found your website and advised me to go to the reunion. We will be attending the next one in KY 2011.

I view our pics from Viet Nam with older eyes now but I can clearly see that each one of you are and will always remain the "true heroes" of that era.

Timmy, I promise I won't tell your wife about the time you.....ooops.

Thanks again for the memories brothers.

Black Knights Forever

FNG (Thanks Donnie)
Dave and Pat Hume

PS: I was in Nam May 1969 to June 1970 TC of Tank (?) first 6 months and moved to TC of 23 last 6 months. July 18, 2010 0 24.93.183.250 John Witham St Paul Mn Russ: John Witham Feb 69 to Feb 70 C Trp and HHT. Sometimes I miss the guys too. No one knows where we've been and what we've done, except us. Hope things are well with you. Where are you from.? When were you over there? July 15, 2010 0 64.3.184.48 russ knepp kknepp1@verizon.net Hope all is well for all concerned.Would like to hear from all. Sometimes really miss you all. July 13, 2010 0 74.98.213.27 tom mowry rhode island tomemowry@live.com i was a medic assigned to the medic track C Troop from December 1967 to AUGUST 1968. anyone remember Tom Mowry? July 11, 2010 0 75.177.20.157 Dave Grant B-TROOP REP Iowa TO ALL TROOPERS THE B-TROOP REUNION IS THIS COMMING WEEKEND IN OHIO,,,,ALL TROOPS ARE WELCOME. July 10, 2010 0 75.170.237.177 John Witham St. Paul, Mn John Witham from C Troop and HHT Camp Evans Feb 69 to Feb 70.God Bless our great land and all our fallen BIA who gave all for this land. Great 4th to all. I will tip a cold one for them all. July 4, 2010 0 64.3.184.57 Larry SCHOEN new Berlin IL 3/5cav B troop 1st platoon 67 want to wish everybody a good and happy 4th july Thinking of all who have served July 4, 2010 0 173.28.88.176 Hugh A Smith pigeon Mich To fellow 3/5 Cav, have a happy forth of july. And always rember our frends here and left behind . Hugh a Smith B-Troop, Beware qf the Yellow Square!! July 3, 2010 0 66.211.83.70 h.dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com i want to wish all my BIA a happy and safe forth of july. hope everyone has a joyous day and remember the brothers who did not return and drink a beer for them, and remember the good times we had back then. July 2, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 Pat Fagin Nashville, TN pfagin@bellsouth.net Happy 4th to all our BIA, stay safe and remember all those that never returned. They and others before them are what guarantees the freedom we have. July 2, 2010 0 74.179.218.152 john long penn nanchang@hotmail.com charles, my father in law says thanks for the information, and have a great 4th of july, July 2, 2010 0 72.79.138.179 Charles Crews Texas crewscontrolmusic@mac.com This is in response to John Long. I was in B Troop, 3/5 from Oct 67 through Jul 68. But I spent time with a number of D Troopers. Your father-in-law David Dayson doesn't ring a bell. Maybe these names will refresh his memory though. I was friends with Dan Brophy and Jim Tasker (KIA Jun 68), Bruce Brogoitti and Don Hawkins (KIA Oct 68) and also Larry Fitzgerald, Doug Fife, Charlie Palacios. All were crew chiefs or door gunners, except for Tasker, who was a pilot. Other names I remember were ARPs Wayne Benes (medic), Ron Delp, and Mike Paonessa, all of whom I've visited on occasion at the Wall. June 29, 2010 0 24.242.218.128 Web Admin. For Rick Castle From: Hot Springs, AR
E-mail: rcastle995@aol.com I recently spoke with Jim Obrien by phone. Would like to hear from him again and establish email contact so I can send him some pictures. I am originally from Hot Springs, AR. But, now reside in Memphis, TN. I was in HHT, S-2 (HQ 22) from Jan 68 to Mar 70. I would welcome hearing from anyone from that time period who would like to share pictures or assist in remembering other folks from that time. Thanks. June 25, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 john long penn nanchangjohn@hotmail.com trying to find if anyone served with my father in law david dayson served in 68-69 in 3/5 d troop, thank all of you for your service our country June 25, 2010 0 72.79.138.179 Rich Castle Hot Springs, AR rcastle995@aol.com I recently spoke with Jim Obrien by phone. Would like to hear from him again and establish email contact so I can send him some pictures. I am originally from Hot Springs, AR. But, now reside in Memphis, TN. I was in HHT, S-2 (HQ 22) from Jan 68 to Mar 70. I would welcome hearing from anyone from that time period who would like to share pictures or assist in remembering other folks from that time. Thanks. June 24, 2010 Y 0 74.226.100.141 jason jedynak spokane jinvall@hotmail.com does any body know my father, Ray Jedynak (67-69 i think)? if so I think he'd enjoy to hear from you. my e-mail is jinvall@hotmail.com
Thank You,
Jason Jedynak June 18, 2010 0 67.185.3.159 Tom Rothwell Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com Puttin my 2 cents worth in, today is flag day, mine flies year round at the house. Today I put up a new one and took the old one to work and flew it next to my desk. The crew I deal with looked at it and me , like a relic of a bygone era.I guess I must be gittin old. I was going to take my Cav. flag in and fly it also. Didn't do it because I wanted to see it when I drove back home. It was a good feeling driving past the house.Pride, remembering what I and so many went through. Now almost 50 years later, I see a new generation of people dealing with what so many of us went through and it bothers me. A friend of mine has a son 25 years old , did 3 tours in Irac. Only because he got pretty messed up in the looks department on the the first tour and felt he didn't have anything to offer anyone.He wanted to go back and got hurt again, went again. Now, at 25, retired by the service, he ponders what to do! He and his dad came by this past weekend to try and help "me" get my due. Can you possibly imagine how I want to let this youngster know that their are people out there that care. He won't listen, did you? If you get a chance, please try and let the younger ones know that they still have friends that remember. My Cav flag fies again tomorrow. June 15, 2010 0 4.238.22.60 richard block ky and thats when i went to the 2nd plt the next day Rick are you going to be at ft knox next year? June 6, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 rick Hoban wichita falls texas rick.hoban@att.net Richrd Block..I remember waitng for the troop...then we were flown to some palce near the delta and hooked up with 1st platoon. Sgt Kaiser was the first guy I met then sgat jackson..he was the platoon sgt. June 6, 2010 0 68.90.121.24 Joel Church Bozeman, MT. jchurch1160@msn.com I already restored an M-151 Jeep but I just bought an M-416 1/4 ton trailer. Does anyone have a bumper number for one of our trailers? I need to A troop 3/5 cav it. If anyone has a picture of the back or side that shows one of our trailers, please E-mail a copy. Thanks, Joel May 31, 2010 0 97.121.239.80 h.dusty Benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com i want to wish all my BIA's a happy memorial day.
lets all remember our lost brothers and sisters who gave their lives for our country, and honor the troops of all wars.

In GOD we trust. God bless America May 31, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 Jeff Alpert L.A. daskipper2@gmail.com Dumb-a** me...I was in B Troop... May 31, 2010 0 76.216.243.100 Jeff Alpert Los Angeles, CA DaSkipper2@gmail.com Hey guys, there it is... I feel like I have amnesia from the whole war! Was gunner on Plt Sgt's M48 then TC of Plt Sgt's 551 when when got one who didn't like tanks. I don't even remember if I was in 2nd or 3rd Plt (7 more years in the Army afterward has blurred unit distinctions). Arrived 10/69 and left 10/70. Anyone remember me? Remember faces but not names for the most part... May 31, 2010 0 76.216.243.100 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com John Dolan, Hey welcome back home, man the name I do know but I can't put a face on it. I will send you an e-mail so we can hook up better along with every one else May 31, 2010 0 71.30.201.222 John Dolan Leesburg FL/& Upstaet ny missing_link1@msn.com Welcome home all my brothers on this day I think alot about you guys and the men who didn't make it home.Like a lot of others am not good on the names I served from july 67 to aug 68 B Trp i see some names of guys who served during same time if anyone remembers me E mail me @ missing_link1@msn.com .The name of you guys who served atsame time are Tim Beardsley,Charles Crews,Gray Monbtie,&Walter Hopkins I was there where Sgt A. Cooper was killed when that track hit the mine it's one of the night mares I can never forget . Well guys God Bless all of you brother when the one who are serving to protect us now John Dolan May 31, 2010 0 71.203.86.252 Stephen R Kramp west palm beach,fl. skramp13@att.net does anyone remeber the yellow circle? quang tri-dmz.march71-sept71.lost pictures¬ good with names.mine was ( woody )May you find Peace & Happiness on this special Day. Lets not forget our brothers that didnot make it back! May 30, 2010 0 65.9.229.191 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com I WANT TO WISH ALL OF YOU A GREAT MEMORIAL DAY,AND ALL OF OUR BROTHERS THAT GAVE IT ALL, GOD BLESS US ALL...............................USMC May 28, 2010 0 69.171.160.62 Randy Heber Merrill Mi debheber@hotmail.com Remember where you were Memorial day 1970? 1st plt Charlie troop certainly does, Cheetah Hill. We honor those who gave all and those wounded. We honor all our vet's from all wars past and present. To all my 3/5 BIA'S have a great Memorial Day weekend and REMEMBER. These are those I recall, those still standing the next morning. Lt. Edwards,Albritton,Greg Curtis,Paul James,Anthony,Igor,Sgt. Gibbons,Sgt. Holdridge,Ramos,Covington,myself and a few I have forgotten. Hopefully see some of you in Williamsburg. May 28, 2010 0 209.40.208.30 hugh smith pigeon wayne i don't know how to send E-mail. so here my adress 7771 dunn road pigeon mich 48755. Glade to here from you. May 27, 2010 0 208.99.238.233 Larry Schoen New Berlin IL mjschoen12@gmail.com I've been contacted by Tim Beardsley, Ed Chambers and Pat Fagan(?). I'm so grateful that you've found me!

I'll be setting up my own email soon...but in the meantime, send emails to me through Maude's email @mjschoen12@gmail.com

Looking forward to hearing from/talking to you. May 26, 2010 0 32.178.0.219 wayne crouch calif. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net hello hugh glad to here from you. could you send me your e mail adress or phone number. i would like to to get a hold of you. May 26, 2010 0 71.141.102.28 1SG Daniel Bumbaugh Graf Germany daniel.bumbaugh@us.army.il I a the 1SG for E Troop, 5th US Cavalry. I understand this is a 3/5th Cav pure web page but, I am interested in the Regiments History of all periods so that, I can ensure that the Troopers of today show the proper respects to past veterans by wearing only authorized unit decorations. I have tried to contact the Regimental Historian before but to no avail. Any brothers in arms out there who can help point me in the right direction please, contact me at daniel.bumbaugh at us.army.mil thank you May 25, 2010 0 217.237.41.249 hugh a smith pigeon mich hootsmith53@yahoo.com I was on Baby brute Jr. From november 70 to sept 71. Like to hear from any one that was in B-Troop Beware of the yellow square!!!! May 25, 2010 0 66.211.83.122 wayne crouch cal. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net i was in viet nam in jan.70 to nov. 70 with b trp.
2nd plt 3/5 cav. I WAS ON A M551 CALLED BABY BURT. May 24, 2010 0 71.141.102.28 Charles Crews Texas crewscontrolmusic@mac.com Thanks for the reply, Tim and Ed. No, I've not seen Schoen or anyone else since returning from VN . . . except for D Troop crew chief Larry Fitzgerald, who came and stayed some days with me in '71. More names are coming back to me, like Dan Drozen, Jim Bard, others. I have some photos to post, including a great one of Schoen, as soon as I figure out how to do it. May 23, 2010 0 24.242.218.128 robert Eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com Were you there.cam lo hwy 9,m48 (GOD) on tube ,DEC 24,1969 : May 23, 2010 0 69.171.160.249 James D. Rush Bartlesville, Oklahoma jdrush38@yahoo.com I served in HHT S4 section in Dong Ha from Oct 1969 to Oct 1970. I would like to here from fellow Black Knights. May 21, 2010 0 208.191.24.219 Ed Chambers Bozeman echam39239@bresnan.net Charles Crews,
Was also in B Trp '66-67. Have you had any contact with Larry Schoen? How about Gerald Blackmun or Vince Becerill? Welcome to the forum. Hope you find someone you know on here. May 19, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Hey Charles Crews, how is it going ? This is Tim Beardsley I was also with 3/5 Cav all of 67 and was on track 12. I remember some of the names you mentioned, have you been able to find any of them in the past 40 years ? I have found a few, I caught up with Cicuzza before he died and he was living in San Antonio and Ed Chambers is in Montana. My E-Mail is tstbgpops@yahoo.com May 19, 2010 0 75.89.139.8 Charles Crews Texas crewscontrolmusic@mac.com B Troop 3/5 Oct 67 through Jul 68. I was Redoak 1Bravo. I worked for Sisto Cicuzza. I remember a few names, like Strawn, Larry Schoen, Mario Pino-Maso, Don Grammar, Harry Rainey, Richard T. Grief. Had friends in D Troop, notably Dan Brophy, Bruce Brogoitti, Don Hawkins (all three KIA), Larry Fitzgerald, Doug "Barney" Fife, Charlie Palacios. Some of us went to the same high school in CA. Great to see all of you guys here. Welcome home. May 18, 2010 0 24.242.218.128 Cookie Louisville mwtjcook@insightbb.com I just recived in a email can anyone help this young lady out her dads mame is Thomas Hunt C Troop (67-68),he Passed on to Fiddlers Green 2004 in San Franciso, California. I am his oldest daughter Sharmon L. Hunt. I also do the families genealogy. If any one has information about my father during war would help. I have no pictures of my father when he was at war, so if anyone has any I would really appreicated them. I have a picture of my father when he started in the army. I have my father ashes with me if anyone asks where he is buried at.
Thank you for your time and understanding.
Lets help her out. May 17, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 Gary Monbtie Daytona Beach Fl. gmontie@cfl.rr.com Was in Nam 67-68 B troop Track 34 Don't remember names if anyone recognizes name please contact me. Worked around Wunder Beach May 16, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 Gary Monbtie Daytona Beach Fl. gmontie@cfl.rr.com Was in Nam 67-68 B troop Track 34 Don't remember names if anyone recognizes name please contact me. Worked around Wunder Beach May 16, 2010 Y 0 97.104.23.127 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Still looking for troopers who might have served with me 5-67to5-68 ATrp.3rd plt. I was a member of each tank crew at one time or another during tour. Some names I remember Leroy Boone,John Lay,John White,Sgt.Ute,Ray LIttman,Gino Stevens,a mortarman Lenard. Maybe Tom Rothwell might remember some of us. I am not sure if Tom was in 3rd plt. during this time period or not,but I noticed his recent mess. mentioning Carter, I was on that tank the day he broke his neck when the widowmaker fell on our tank,never found out if he servived or not. Will be waiting to hear from anyone who served with me or fellow troopers. Contactme through Email or phone 530-223-5852. May 16, 2010 0 70.140.219.228 Donald Stantz A tp 2 pt dstantz@hotmail.com Ronald Goree, Hay ron if you here from George Smith please let use know he was a great help to the guys in A trp would like to here from him. thanks Ron May 15, 2010 0 96.254.5.47 Ronald B Goree Decatur AL rgoree2816@charter.net I am trying to locate George Paul Smith who was Troop clerk of A troop 68/69. My last contact with him was in Louisville,KY in 1972. Does anyone know where he is? May 12, 2010 0 71.91.8.68 Tim Neely Florida timfish2@yahoo.com Reading up with my 14 year old son on my cousin Robert Murphy, KIA Jan.1, 1968 May 11, 2010 0 67.76.14.36 Charles Eakes North Carolina lonewolf1287@hotmail.om looking for anyone in B comp 2nd plt Dec 1968/Dec 1969 base Camp Evans worked out of Quang Tri, fire base C1 + C2 fire base brown, A Shau Valley nick name Sunshine 113 driver can contact me on my email address lonewolf1287@hotmail.com May 10, 2010 0 97.112.176.38 Larry Sullivan Greentown,In. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers, it is my sad duty to report the passing of the A Troop Representative Roger Festa. He passed of a heart attack while on a business trip in Texas. Roger was my Platoon Leader in 1967 and was a true friend. Arrangements are pending,burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Please keep his wife Ann and family in your prayers. Larry Sullivan-BIA, Black Knights Pres. May 10, 2010 0 76.214.112.238 RICHARD BLOCK mich now kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Rick Hoban I'm thinking we came to the A/Trp about the same time They were in the field and we stayed in the same bks while waiting on them to return.?? May 9, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 Rick Hoban wichita falls texas rick.hoban@att.net John Toohill. I was in A troop from Nov 67 till Oct 68. May 9, 2010 0 66.138.202.214 dave grant iowa HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL OF 3/5 E TROOP May 9, 2010 0 75.170.234.6 William Hill Seattle williampsam@yahoo.com With great sadness and grief I regretfully write to you, to inform you of the passing of my father one of your brothers who made sure to have me know about the pride he has in you and his military expierence. Jerry Leroy Hill 3/5 cav, 9th inf. dischared due to injury in action Dec. 4th 1968, died friday may 6th 7:30pm 2010. I'm sorry about your loss I know he meant to you as he did to me. William A Hill May 8, 2010 0 98.232.56.93 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT Pat Fagan,
I always told you guys that someday your grand kids are going to ask you what you did during the war and you can tell them something that anyone would be proud to have done. I know all of you feel proud because you had the guts to answer your country's call. Corny? Yeah, but it's true.
How many of us would do it all over again? May 2, 2010 0 74.41.144.221 Robert Eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com Ok here is the latest,LT J.Robertson got in country jan 5,1969, i am looking for dec 24 1969. thank you J.C.and others for all you have done to help me on my quest,take care brothers..............usmc May 2, 2010 0 69.171.160.42 Tom Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Puttin my 2 cents worth in. Still lookin for the people who had the the nuts to ride with me. How bout the Scout section, Sgt Gutterize rings a bell.La Bonte, mortor section, Carter, tank section, Chaffins,1st plt. I think, Sanborn, stuck with me. The mind is fading but the feelings are still there. Craig,lost your number. If ya wanna BS, I'm here for awhile longer. Hope your doing well. Fergusen ,be good. Till next time, Ciao. May 2, 2010 0 4.235.6.140 Walter Hopkins upstate New York wwebehop@aol.com Has anyone else,had trouble with the 3/5 website? I tried to look at Fiddlers Green, and it keeps taking me to membership form, or D troop website. May 2, 2010 0 68.236.149.144 John Toohill LeRoy, IL ntoohill@hotmail.com I was with A Troop, 1st Platoon, March 67 to March 68. Would like to hear from Bill Stahl (sp?) from IL and Larry Pringer (sp?) from OH. Contact me at 309-275-2233. May 2, 2010 0 97.17.112.143 donnie joule reno,nv djoule@sbcglobal.net ATT: HUGH SMITH,

DO YOU HAVE ALL INFO FOR THE 2010 B TROOP
REUNION? IF NOT CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE
MISSING SOME INFO.

DONNIE JOULE B TROOP 68-69 May 1, 2010 0 75.0.14.122 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net Ed, you and Cicuzza spent a year trying to teach us to keep our heads down, some just don't know now they can raise them up, and hold them high. May 1, 2010 0 208.61.159.136 Robert Eaton Colo kaelobo@yahoo.com welcome home to all my brothers,thanks to you i have made one more step to find anyone that seen what went down on Dec24 69 m48(GOD)on tube.on fire,cam lo/hwy9,now iam trying to contact lieutenant john Roberson, he is a lawyer now.and than again i mite have the name wrong,you guys have been lot of help, thank you............kaelobo@yahoo.com.....usmc April 30, 2010 0 69.171.160.153 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Anyone doing Rolling Thunder April 29, 2010 0 208.45.121.237 Fred Calvo Texas fredglori@yahoo.com Hey BIA's doing good and listening to Oldies and was inspired to write this words Fred Calvo.. cancer like the sound of silence grows, and when pain and darkness come like a bridge over troubled water i will lay me down, but here comes the sun and everything is going to be alright. words inspired by George Harrison(Beatles), Simon& Garfunkel April 29, 2010 0 67.11.84.188 Thomas Tipton Sacramento, CA Thomas.Tipton@DHCS.ca.Gov Hello All,

My name is Tom Tipton. My Cousin Tim Tipton was a 11B in C Troop from November 2, 1968 until he was killed at Nui Tot Mon on April 18, 1969. I was wondering if you could share any personal information regarding this battle (I've read the AAR on the website, which by the way, is an awesome website). Do you know what type of track he was assigned to? How many tracks were in C troop? What sort of responsibilities would an 11B have on a track?

I plan on visiting Northern I Corp in March of 2011 with a group called Vietnam Battlefield Tours. Any information or that relates to Tim and C Troop would be very much appreciated. My cell phone number is (916) 224-1911 and home number is (916) 629-9137.

Thanks you all for your service and welcome home. You're all Heros in my book.

Tom Tipton April 27, 2010 0 158.96.4.13 Mike Cook mwtjcook@insightbb.com From: pigeon. Mi

ALL B TROOPERS HEADS UP any one from B-Troop, 70-71. going to the reunion.I'll be there, Hugh-Whitty-Smith. Guy Hilden-Dave Whitehead-Z-Franklen hope to see ya there.
April 26, 2010 0 74.132.194.27 hugh smith pigeon. Mi any one from B-Troop, 70-71. going to the reunion.I'll be there, Hugh-Whitty-Smith. Guy Hilden-Dave Whitehead-Z-Franklen hope to see ya there. April 23, 2010 Y 0 208.99.238.29 Lloyd Edwards C Trp 1970 lloydgedwards@msn.com Sgt Leroy King!! It's nice to know you are OK. You were my platoon Sgt for a while. I also remember when you were on the CO's track. Welcome home. I hope you make a reunion. You will know a few people. I was Platoon Leader of 1st platoon C Trp from May to October 1970. April 23, 2010 0 24.22.240.85 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Well right now this page has several B Troopers checking in. B troop 1st Platoon, and proud of it. I agree that it seems like a lot of B Trooper's are hiding or haven't figured out that there is a web site for3/5 Cav April 20, 2010 0 75.89.135.220 jeff lapp C Trp 69-70 Penns Grove NJ jkl134@hotmail.com Fellow troopers Today is the anniversary of the night and battle charlie troopers will never forget. Let us never forget an always honor our fallen troopers who fought so bravely to protect us and our contry. Some Men give it their all our troopers gave it all. God Bless them and their families today April 19, 2010 0 98.110.98.212 david Narrow potsdam, new york nkimble@gmail.com Today is the anniversary of my first night in the field with A Troop, 3plt in 1969; my heartfelt condolences to C Troop, who lost a number of good men this night when their ndp was attacked. We were in a "blocking position" and watched while this happened, unable to go to your assistance due to orders...I still feel the guilt of being unable to help, and remember so well the reception you guys gave us the next morning. You were the heros...such bravery, such brotherhood. I'd love to hear from any of you-please call me at (315) 262-2497. My tears are with you. April 17, 2010 0 71.182.100.157 Dave Grant Iowa WELL UI HOPE ALL YOU B-TROOPERS ARE COMING TO THE B-TROOP REUNION THIS JULY IN OHIO. YOUR REP DAVE GRANT April 17, 2010 0 75.170.234.6 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT (Big Sky) echam39239@bresnan.net Pat,
I was wondering the same thing. Those B Troopers that went over on the boat have been especially hard to find. One day they're gonna pop up. April 15, 2010 0 69.144.197.90 art reynolds oxford ny sometimes i do think some of us are hiding b troop 68 to 69 April 15, 2010 0 74.46.15.140 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net B Troop, 1st Platoon, Ft Riley Ks., Viet Nam 66-67.

Why is it so hard to track down guys from B Troop? Cacuzza taught us well. April 15, 2010 0 24.181.112.138 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com John sounds good I will be around give me a call 218.749.1561 April 13, 2010 0 71.221.32.59 John Witham St. Paul mn RICK H. I guess I should have told you who I am. Was with HHT at Camp Evans from Feb 69 to Feb 70. April 12, 2010 0 209.23.169.128 Tom Porter Missoula,Montana tapwar69@aol.com I was with Dtrp 3/5 cav at Vihn Long in 70 and 71. Met Joel Church at a gun show, he told me about the great web site you guys have. I have only been on the light horse air cav site. Have a great one guys.. April 12, 2010 0 209.137.225.109 JOHN WITHAM ST PAUL MN RICK HOCEVAR: I WILL BE SPENDING A WEEK AT LAKE VERMILLION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF AUGUST. I WILL BE PASSING THRU VIRGINIA ON 31st OF JULY. IF YOU HAVE TIME AND WANT T HAVE A BEER ON MY WAY THRU YOUR TOWN, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. April 10, 2010 0 209.23.168.199 Dewey Fambry The Colony Texas wolf380@swbell.net I am looking for information on Roger Price from Paintville Ky. Roger was a Tank driver in B Troop in 69-70. I found a note from his Daughter, but no other information. April 10, 2010 0 99.136.83.94 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow "A" troopers, just a reminder that the early signup date for our reunion is May 3. Aft27936er that, the special rates no longer apply. For more info, go to the A Troop sight on the website.Any questions, contact Roger Festa, whose e-mail address is on the A Troop page. Hope to see you in Stl Louis! Larry Sullivan-BIA April 7, 2010 0 69.219.227.34 hank toborg phillipsville calf ruger@asis.com travis call me hank !!!!!!707/9435333 April 5, 2010 0 66.81.37.45 Ron Thomas So. Cal Senseithomaswcjc@aol.com I proudly served with A Troop 3/5 Air Cav from 1973, until 1976 I would like to here from anyone who I served with. April 5, 2010 0 68.27.6.139 Rob Klock Scottsdale, Az klockrob@yahoo.com To David Narrow,
I remember the guys you mentioned, I was in A Trp, 3rd Plt until late Nov. of 69. I tried to call but there was no answer and it sounded like your phone was down. You can call me at 520-508-7077. I think I remember you as well. April 4, 2010 0 75.243.147.40 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com Still looking for people who sserved in the flame platoon at Dong Ha. Loooking to get in contact with Harrison Justice one of the plankowners of the flame platoon. There was nothing better then makng Napalm first thing in the morning. April 2, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com Dear sir i was hopeing that mybe you could help me connect with the other guys that mite guide me in the right direction, about dec 24 1969 cam lo, m48burning, iam not trying to be a pain in the but if there is any thing ican do any thing,let me know please, my phone 720 785 0419 my email is....kaelobo@yahoo.com.....take care sir. April 1, 2010 0 69.171.160.165 john hathcock bokchito oklahoma john.1949@hotmail.com I was commo chief for b/troop from about june 1970 till feb 21st 71, when in the field i rode track 60, capt young was in comand when i left March 29, 2010 0 75.169.107.157 Bob Griffith Rhode Island rgriffith@doa.ri.gov I may be traveling to VN in September. Looking to visit AO in North (Wunder Beach, Evans, Dong Ha, etc). Would appreciate tips from anyone who has been back. Thanks rgriffith@doa.ri.gov March 29, 2010 0 158.123.113.150 Ray Littmann Waterford,Wiscomsin chiefraycw3@yahoo.com i was with A-troop 1-67 thru 1-68 I was on 35 at bau bang Sgt Rorie was my TC doc Fritzgerald was on 35 that night ( the next day he dug schrapnal out of my neck and arm) May or June I went to A-37 driver with Carter and Gino Stevens ,Iforgot who the TC was.I rember Terry Pilkington came to the tank and Sgt. Utke.Looking some names I renber are Vinny Van Lone 35-Newell 38 Lowel-Hall he was on a track I plan on going to 2011 reunion in ky. March 29, 2010 0 174.102.181.227 Robert Colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com ATTN Dean J. Moretti and Juan R. Cantu I am one of the Marines that was on that tank and we disconnected it. The other Marine has serious health issues from Agent Orange and his wounds that he obtained in Vietnam. I visited him 6 months ago his health is bad. There was a colonel that was there in a jeep. He took our serial numbers and our names and put us up for a bronze star, which we never recieved. The other Marines name is Chuck my name is Bob. We never thought we were gonna make it out of Vietnam so we could care a less, but Chucks children sure do want that award and im doing my best to obtain it. My email address is kaelobo@yahoo.com my phone number is 720-785-0419 I have been looking for over a year. I would really appreciate any response day or night-anytime USMC March 27, 2010 0 69.171.160.33 Juan R.cantu Weslaco,Texas juanrcantu@yahoo.com I do remember that 48 with the name God on it.We had to spend the whole night guarding the 48.Also remember how it caught fire. March 27, 2010 0 72.178.175.186 Dean J Moretti Lackawanna, N.Y. djmo19@msn.com The 48 with GOD on gun tube burnt on highway 9 just before CamLo village. Driver hatch opened while being towed by VTR. A spark caught oil on hull floor on fire. Burnt all evening and all night. It was Dec. 69 or Jan 70 . 3/5 cav C troop 3rd platoon secured road. Do remember Marines but no names. No one was happy about GOD on gun tube. SGT was warned that bad things would happen ! March 26, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 James Princinsky Saginaw, MI recon11d10@aol.com I was in Btrp 3rd plt. from Dec.69 to May 70.I was on a Sheridan No.39.A few of the guys that I remember were Doc Dugard, Sgt.John Bayless, Micky Myers, Dick Bass and a guy named Frenchy.I was dusted off May 14 after a night ambush in Cam Lo Valley.I just wondered if anyone remembers me or any of the guys I mentioned. Remember "BEWARE OF THE YELLOW SQUARE". March 26, 2010 0 75.21.174.8 John C. Bohnert St. Louis, MO jcbohnert48@yahoo.com I was in Dang Ha 1969-70. If you were there please send me an email. March 26, 2010 0 24.255.4.64 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Was in 3rd plt. A Trp from 5-67 to 5-68 and was on all 3 tanks at one time or another. Looking for anyone in my plt. at this time of operations who might still be around to get in touch with me. A few names I remember are John Lay, Leroy(Daniel)Boone,Sgt.Weakly,and thats where the mind starts to fade. After 42 years I still have all Cav. members in my thoughts and will never forget my brothers. March 23, 2010 0 71.157.182.20 Robert colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com M48 3/5cav looking for anyone that knows anything about an M48 tank with "GOD" on the barrel. I am one of the 2 Marines that were standing on top of it when it was on fire and exploading. any information to the name of the colonel standing in his jeep screaming would be greatly appreciated. welcome home all usmc March 22, 2010 0 69.171.160.75 Johnny Eaves Okla. City eavesjohn@att.net David Smith if you remember me give me a call. I was in the 2nd platoon with Block in 1968. John Eaves. My e-mail address is eavesjohn@att.net March 21, 2010 0 76.198.242.21 David Narrow Potsdam, new york kimble@gmail.com I was with 3/5 Cav, A Troop 3 Platoon from April '69-April '70 on track 3-2 (I think.) My TC was Nino Trajillo (sp?) and my driver was Ernest Cole; I was on the 50 cal. Within a few weeks of my arrival my Lt. was killed by a Tiger Scout who was "cleaning" his 45 pistol. Recall an Evon Desjorden (sp?) who was TC on an M48 and a guy whose nickname was "Glass." At a crossing at the Cam Lo River, a guy who had just turned 18 and was out in the field with us (and had been so anxious for this opportunity) was the driver on a PC which hit a mine; he lost his leg.
Anyone in the 3rd Platoon A Troop please call me at (315)262-2497. I would be so glad to hear from anyone who remembers these events or whose tour may have coincided/overlapped with mine.
It's been such a long time; I miss and love all of you and think of you daily.
PS-Our Platoon Sgt. was called "Big Daddy." March 19, 2010 0 71.182.100.157 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Walter Hopkins, I was in B trp at the same as you . I went over with the group on the ship, Ed Chambers made a post to you, I was I think on APC ? 12 but not sure I was on the same track most of the tour, I was there when the tank and your track hit the mines. Glad to see your post, B trp is having a reunion up in Oh this summer, and 3/5 will have its next summer. tstbgpops@yahoo.com March 15, 2010 0 75.89.128.190 Thomas R. Niman Kenosha, WI thomas_niman@msn.com Served in Charlie Troop at Ft. Lewis, Wa from early 1976 to May 1978 as Flight Operations NCO March 14, 2010 0 69.217.167.58 Dan Titus B Trp 3rd Plt 34 drv 01-07/68 dtitus1@earthlink.net Been to old site but first on new site. Good Job!! I was with 3/5 B Trp from January to end of June, 1968. I was the driver on 34 track for most of this time.
remember some names but forget some after over 40 years. After July, 68 I got to get out of the field with an outfit back at Long Binh. Ward from HHQ Plt joined me a few days later. Some guys went back home because of death in families, Wilder and Indian on track 35 who was driver when they got ambushed in I Corp west of Dong Ha on
April 3 and we lost 3 troopers. Ben Hitte and Pimbrook, you out there??
TC was "Pollock" from Chicago when we went north to Da Nang and later to I Corp. Going to try to make it to July reunion in Ohio!! My email address is dtitus1@earthlink.net March 9, 2010 0 4.90.22.115 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net Walter Hopkins.....I was the first platoon scout section leader for the first half of my tour. Sgt Cooper and I were together from Ft Riley. Your 14 track was brought back to Blackhorse basecamp. I have a picture of it. Did you know a guy named Becerril? Email me if you'd like. echam39239@bresnan.net. March 8, 2010 0 69.144.197.90 Walter Hopkins uostate New York wwebehop@aol.com Forgot to mention, was driving b14apc on nov4,67 when a mine flipped the track, and Sgt Alex Cooper was killed. I still have the clapper board--made of bamboo,and copper wire, that set the mine off.The track was towed to ausse firebase, and taken out with a sky crane. March 8, 2010 0 71.245.147.158 Walter Hopkins upstate New York wwebehop@aol.com APC14 driver B troop 3/5 cav sept 67-feb68--infused to 1/1 cav after Tet to ride a M132 flamethrower track in I corps till deros . Can't remember names, but I'm sure there are still old friends that still can. Proud to have served with such a great bunch of fellow troopers. A lot of water over the dam, but will never regret the service to our country. God Bless you all. March 7, 2010 0 71.245.147.158 Richard "Doc" Lehman Maryland lehman9275@hotmail.com Senior medic C troop 1970-71 Looking forward to C troop reunion in williamsburg Va this august, March 7, 2010 0 160.253.0.8 Brian Grace Ireland briangrace@eircom.net 3/5 c troop on Upshur from ft riley 1966..Dont remember many names The big P SGT Ponserella. Was on c10
motar carrier......For Tom Rothwell remember apc catching fire off highway 13 operation junction city early '67 C4 and gas don't mix too well. If I remember correctly the 50 Cal started firing on it's own before the grenades started going off.
Good health and blessings to you all..... March 6, 2010 0 86.40.225.221 DAVE GRANT B TROOP REP IOWA btrooper@q.com TO ALL TROOPERS COMING TO THE B TROOP REUNION THIS JULY IN OHIO THE CUT OFF DATE FOR SPECIAL RATES IS JUNE 17. YOU CAN CALL THE HOTEL DIRECT AT 1-440 324 0099 OR CALL TOLL FREE 1-800 456 4000. TELL THEM YOU ARE WITH THE BLACKKNIGHTS. March 3, 2010 0 75.170.234.6 art reynolds oxford ny Dave,I would be more than happy to have a beer with a new friend,ART February 26, 2010 0 74.39.163.123 DAVID SMITH SUPERIOR, WI lindave710@yahoo.com THIS IS FOR ART. SORRY, I GUESS I'M LIKE ALOT OF VETS WHO HAVE A LACK OF NAME MEMORIES. IF YOU EVER COME TO NORTHERN WISCONSIN I OWE YOU A COUPLE BEERS.
SGT. BLOCK - I DON'T KNOW IF I WILL GO TO FORT KNOX BUT I'LL BE THINKING ABOUT IT.
GARY ELLIS - I WAS IN 2ND PLATOON A TROOP FROM DEC 67 TO APR 68 (#23 TRACK AND #28 TANK), THEN A MONTH IN THE HOSPITAL,THEN HHT UNTIL DEC. February 26, 2010 0 71.13.28.86 bruce travis glasgow kentucky bruce travis@glasgow-.com just ran across site hard to remenber all the names or places left country in march 1971 from a hill top north west dong ha shared fox hole with hank toborg any one there can contact me 270-678 5322 February 25, 2010 0 12.154.104.244 Gary Ellis Sacramento,CA kqql59@yahoo.com This for David Smith, what platoon with A Trp?
I was with 2nd Platoon June 69 to April 70 driver of 26 command track for Lt. McCandlis, he died in field 5 Feb 70, Sgt. Gary Turner my TC, welcome home to you and all our Cav. Brothers. February 23, 2010 0 69.111.101.21 art reynolds oxford ny i did my A.I.T. AT fort polk,sorry wrong art February 23, 2010 0 74.39.163.123 richard block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net david are you going to make it to ft knox next year?should be alot of the guys from 2nd plt their then. February 22, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 DAVID SMITH SUPERIOR, WI lindave710@yahoo.com THIS IS FOR ART REYNOLDS. I THINK WE WENT TROUGH A.I.T AT FORT KNOX TOGETHER. I WAS ALSO IN 3/5 CAV A TROOP. AFTER VIET NAM I WENT BACK TO FORT KNOX AND I THINK YOU CAME OVER TO OUR HOUSE ON POST AND HAD A FEW BEERS WITH ME. I HOPE YOU ARE DOING GOOD. February 22, 2010 0 71.13.28.86 Gail Davis Mountain, WI gandjdavis@gmail.com I was with B troop in early 69. The only ones I remember are Art Reynolds,Sgt. Fisher and Ski.I knocked my knee cap off and they put me in a cast.I Hoped around Evans on crutches for a while getting drunk and braking the cast so they sent me to Japan.Thats the last time I seen any of you guys.I have some pictures from hospital Will try to enter February 22, 2010 0 63.135.147.19 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hi I was on 22 track delta with Charles Serrit, Poncho, Doc Thompson Gerimo, Dave Ventura, Bickford from Feb 1970 to April 1971 February 20, 2010 0 71.221.38.252 Hugh A Smith Pigeon Mi 48755 hootsmith53@yahoo.com I was on 29 Sheridan Baby Brute Jr. They called meHoot or Whitty. 9-2-70 to 9-3-71, My frinds Guy Hilden-Sammual Brown-Fracklin-Steve-Dave Whitehead Battle Jim Z. any buddy around!!! February 19, 2010 0 66.211.83.203 Lonnie Zebell Three Oaks Mi lzebell@att.net I was in the 1st platoon B-troop 3/5 cav 2/70 to 3/71
I was the driver of 1-7 a sheridan with Rosemarys
Baby on the gun tube I drove for pappy Plt Sgt
John Cordell. my gunner was Tom Link from Leesville La. mt call sign was double D I keep in touch with Al VanDerwall form Ne
GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL.. February 19, 2010 0 76.212.62.205 tom rothwell fla maddocr@peoplepc.com Does anyone rember playing tag while rolling towards Xuan Loc. I sure do Just checkin in. Have a great one . February 17, 2010 0 4.235.6.143 doyle gonzales (speedy) salt lake city ut doyleg@live.com thank you for the site sorry it took so long to look for I was with 3 units but c troup 3/5 was was home. to all the brother that became my bros. I think I shall forget Powells Greg Strickland Doc Rivera Ill not or cant ever forget ya There it is Speedy February 15, 2010 0 97.94.238.250 JOHN WITHAM ST.PAUL, MN MIKE BUXTON, IT SEEMS LIKE A CENTURY AGO THAT WE WERE AT CAMP EVANS. I CAN STILL FEEL THE HEAT. WILL SEND YOU A E-MAIL. GOD BLESS ALL THE CAV. February 15, 2010 0 65.45.141.128 Hugh A Smith Pigeon Mi 48755 hootsmith53@yahoo.com I was on 29 track B Troop 70-71. Beware of the yellow square !!!!! February 15, 2010 0 208.99.238.148 George Klenk (chip) Kansas City klenkiii@bresnan.net A Trp 3/5 Cav. Wounded 21 June 1967. A/Cav Driver H.E. Gordon KIA. CO Cpt Ward. February 15, 2010 0 98.127.206.24 art reynolds oxford ny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET waounded,feb 3 1969,got through it,now jan 5 2010,abdominal aortic aneurysm operate or die,i sure hope this is the last,iam getting very tired b troop track 33 68 to 69 February 12, 2010 0 70.101.236.208 Mike Buxton U S of A John Witham Email me,we were at Evans the same time. hht91@midmaine.com February 11, 2010 0 67.8.179.208 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net B Trp 1st Plat 66-67. February 9, 2010 0 69.144.197.90 John Witham St. Paul, Mn www.gypsycat@netzero.net Mike Cook, I have added my E-Mail address to the guest book. Would appreciate some info on that reunion. Thanks February 9, 2010 0 65.45.140.80 George R Brown Odessa,TX. geokimbrown@yahoo.com I WAS PLT.SGT of Airo RIFLE PLT D TROOP 3/5.1966-JUNE 1967.AND THE TRANSFERD TO A CO 5/60. February 9, 2010 0 99.34.156.240 john lang usa nanchangjohn@hotmail.com my father in law served in d troop from 68-69 david dayson, seeing if anyone served or new him February 9, 2010 0 72.70.209.91 Mike Cook Louisville KY mwtjcook@insightbb.com John what is your email address you didn't leave it in the guestbook C Troop is having a reunion in Williamsburg VA in August I will send you more information on it, I was there in 69 also. Mike Cook C Troop Rep. February 8, 2010 0 74.132.197.219 JOHN WITHAM ST PAUL MN MIKE BUXTON; I WAS WITH C TROOP FOR MTHE FIRST TWO MONTHS I WAS THERE, AT PHONG DIEN. THEN I WAS TRANSFERRED TO HEADQUARTERS TROOP AND WE WENT TO DONG HA, OR CAMP EVANS ABOUT APRIL OF 69. THE 3RD MMARINE DIV WAS LEAVING AT THAT TIME. I DON'T REMEMBER WHAT PLATOON I WOULD HAVE BEEN IN. YOU GUYS WERE IN THE FIELD, AND I WAS AT CAMP EVANS PUSHING PAPER. I WAS TROOP CLERK AND AWARDS AND DECORATIONS CLERK. IF YOUR R AND R WENT WITHOUT A HITCH THEN THAT WAS ME MTHAT MADE THAT HAPPEN. I DID GET A RIDE TO FIRE BASE C-2 SEVERAL TIMES TO DO SOME AWARDS AND DECORATIONS WORK. C TROOP WAS IN ANLO VALLEY IN APRIL OF 69 AND I SPENT A FEW MDAYS AT C-2 WRITING UP PURPLE HEARTS, BRONZE STARS, AND SILVER STARS. I HAD IT EASY, YOU GUYS WERE THE REAL GUYS OF THE CAV. ANYWAYS THANKS FOR ASKING, I DON,T REMEMBER WHAT PLATOON I WAS IN . I HOPE I COULD MAKE A REUNION SOME TIME IF I WAS WELCOME. THANKS MIKE, TAKE CARE. February 8, 2010 0 65.45.141.129 Mike Buxton U S of A hht91@midmaine.com John Witham what platoon were you in? February 4, 2010 0 67.8.179.208 JOHN WITHAM ST PAUL MN I WAS WITH HHT FROM FEB69 TO FEB 70. CAN SOMEONE TELL ME IF THE REUNIONS ARE BY TROOP ONLY OR ALL OF THE 3/5 CAV. tHANKS. February 2, 2010 0 65.45.140.108 John Skelly Heuvelton, NY jskelly003@twcny.rr.com I was a medic assingded to 3/5 but attached to 2nd 34th Armor. I"m afraid that like many of you I've forgotten many names too. I would like to know if anyone can remember Mitchell Teich or his pal Curly. This was in 1970 and they were part of a motar crew with their own PC.They were 3/5 and I would like to hear from them.We leave the place behind but the memories we keep. February 2, 2010 0 67.249.234.125 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com to all it been a long time coming and a long wait i finally got rated for PTSD. Its been a well worth while battle with the VA. I want to thank all of those who gave me advise and buddie letters to help me in my case. I know im late but I want wish u'll a happy new year. In God we Trust. God bless america. January 30, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 Joe Justice Freeport fl. Bayman2154@aol.com I was with the 2 plt. 1966 to dec 67 January 30, 2010 0 68.1.90.212 dan searls zanesville ohio dannysearls@yahoo.com served in b trp.from oct.67 thru may of 68 can not remember names. can not forget tet or boat trip to dong ha.rank e 4 would like to talk to any fellow black knights. January 29, 2010 0 63.144.127.93 Rebecca Merrill Saint Louis ritchie_becca@yahoo.com I was wondering of anyone knew my father Gerald L. Ritchie? He was a 1st Lieutenant, Armour Platoon Leader, 3rd Squadron, 5th Calvary, 9th Infantry Division. I know he took pride in serving with you gentleman, I wanted to let you know he passed away Sunday January, 17th 2010. His funeral services are this weekend and his ashes are going to be buried at Jefferson Barracks on Monday Feb. 1st. If you know my father please e-mail me at ritchie_becca@yahoo.com. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely, Rebecca January 28, 2010 0 68.184.195.18 Daniel Revennaugh Florida drevennaugh@bellsouth.net D troop 68 69 January 27, 2010 0 74.182.227.12 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com 2nd Platoon 22 track January 27, 2010 0 71.217.247.31 David Narrow Potsdam, new york nkimble@gmail.com Rick, what platoon were you in? January 27, 2010 0 68.238.86.246 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Was with A trp Feb 70 to April 71 will be at reunion with Poncho January 27, 2010 0 71.217.247.31 Willian Fonley Allen Dunlap ,Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Don Stewart, I guess I was you replacement. I got in C trp. Maint. in June 70. January 26, 2010 0 69.66.129.194 Richard Block KENTUCKY rwblock@newwavecomm.net joe justice what time frame was you with the 2nd plt? mine was 67/68 January 26, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 Richard Block KENTUCKY rwblock@newwavecomm.net JOE January 26, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 Joe m. Justice freeport, fl bayman2154@AOL.COM Served with the 2nd platoon A troop would like to hear from some of the brothers I served with.Have had some health problems.Hope to make the A troop reunion in June. January 25, 2010 0 68.1.90.212 RED Hagan It's great to see some D troopers checking in. I hope you all check out the D troop web site. lighthorseaircav.com There is D troop reunion coming up in April in Austell GA. You can find out more about it on the site. I was in Dtrp 67-68 in the OH-23's scout ships. January 23, 2010 0 75.88.87.168 Donald Armstrong New Hampshire cavman@dtroop35cav.org Joined up with D troop in July of 68 at Bearcat and ETSed in May of 69 from Dong Tam after extending for an early out. Before that I was on Camp Holloway in Pleiku. January 23, 2010 0 24.61.227.57 gary olson texas gorabbit@peoplepc.com d troop 3/5 1968-69 January 23, 2010 0 4.231.153.68 Rawlin E Hagan aka RED Beatrice, Nebraska fhagan@windstream.net Ken Roundtree I was also a Fort Riley trooper. give me a call. 402-223-8307 January 22, 2010 0 75.88.87.168 Don Stewart Tennessee dlstewart01@comcast.net Was in C Troop from April 1969 to Mar 1970. Maintenance, Hung out with Davis some and Goss from Pekin. Ill. Sold Rosie my Smith&Wesson 38 before I left. Found a Government 45 and gave it to Teagarden because he lost his. Was with Nicholas Deangelo when he shot himself in the hand. Remember Sgt White from east Tn. Called him lumpy Chicken. He was always after piggy snacks. I am going to go to a reunion one of these days. Maybe Fort Knox. January 21, 2010 0 71.228.197.77 Kenneth Rountree Gun Barrel City Texas 75156 kenrountree@hotmail.com I went to Nam in 1967 from Ft Riley Ks and was in D Trp armed helicopters. Thanks to all who served and may all our brothers be remembed and there families that we lost January 21, 2010 0 64.234.52.197 david narrow potsdam, new york I served with A TROOP 3RD PLATOON in '69-'70. I was TC on (I think) track 3 2. I remember a few names including Ernest Cole and Nino Trajillo (sp). who was TC when I arrived. Ernest Cole was the driver. Would like to hear from anyone in A TRP 3RD PLT when I was there. Don't have e-mail but please call me anytime at (315)262-2497. After they DEROSed I became TC. I was leading the column on the DMZ and was ordered to cross a creek that had already been used and refused knowing it was mined and led the column where we made a new crossing. Our Lt. was not happy!!!!!!! Please call;so many memories, so many good guys-don't remember names but you all live in my heart forever; think about you every day. January 20, 2010 0 68.238.86.246 Ron Gould mich rag.2020@hotmail.com july 69 70 c troop welcome back all get in touch January 19, 2010 0 69.14.46.205 Earl McDonald Green River,Wyo medic_mac5@yahoo.com Some my remember me. i was a medic in hht and A trp,1plt, on 13 trk and on the 43 in HHT. iwas country 6-67 to 6-68, i was traded from the 11acr, in oct67. i was in xuan loc , long bien, bien hua, for the tet, in 68.did boat trip north, A trp got stranded in da nang, we later joined up withHHT, in dong ha. my problem is i knew a lot people, but can remember very few names. but i do have a lot of faces in my memories. i am thinking of making the trip t St Louis in june January 15, 2010 0 71.209.80.125 Peter Moore New York, now living in S. FL pwmoorefl@bellsouth.net Happy New Year! Looks like Sue and I missed a great reunion in Bransom. Looking forward to reunion in 2011. Can't make the A troop reunion in June. HQ, A Trp. 67-68. January 15, 2010 0 98.64.221.66 LEROY KING PELHAM, NORTH CAROLINA king.leroy@ymail.com Joined 3/5 cav at camp Eagle in 69,HHQ plt
mortar section, Sgt Sapp was plt leader, Capt
Walker was commander.Moved to Dong Ha in Sept
of 69,took over from 3rd Marine Div.
Would love to hear from someone who serviced
at that time, like sgt Johnson, sgt King, sgt
Zerimba, John Pluckett, sgt Parker.
Welcome Home Guys. January 15, 2010 0 71.54.151.144 Gail Davis Mountain, WI gandjdavis@gmail.com I am trying to contact Art Reynolds. I am from B Troop, 1969.
Please advise.
thanks,
Gail January 14, 2010 Y 0 63.135.150.114 donald stantz port richey fl dstantz@hoymail.com Happy new year every one, Hey frank i see you were trying to get in contact with me, my email is dstantz@hotmail.com I am glad to see things are going well for you , hope to here from you January 11, 2010 0 96.243.184.27 rick Hoban texas rick.hoban@att.net Greetings! Has anyone heared from or about Jay Vespia was in A troop HQ platoon 67-68 January 9, 2010 0 65.67.180.102 Michelle Coffey Ellis Oneida, TN michelle_ellis2007@yahoo.com I am the daughter of SFC William(Bill) L. Coffey-deceased. He was in the 3rd Platoon, B-Troop & in Viet Nam from Dec. 1970-Mar. 1971. If you knew him, please get in touch w/me @ my email that's listed on the Webmaster. Thanks. Plus, I also want to say, thank you to all of you who served our country & to those of you who still do. I appreciate your service & sacrifice & those of your families. January 6, 2010 0 12.229.106.75 Frank Brooklyn NY and Seoul Korea mordeop@kornet.net Received a nice Xmas present from the VA last week, Took 36 years to ghet my disability. Now I have to live another 36 years top tick them off.

Anyone that was in the Razorback Valley, Operation Montana Mauler with the Marines March April 69 that needs help or particulars on Agent Orange feel free to contact me.
trying to contact Donald Stanz 2nd platoon.

Have a good New Year
Old Sarge
A21 BIA January 3, 2010 0 121.162.45.127 juanrcantu Weslaco,Tx All 3/5 Cav Blackknights.Happy New Year.Juan January 1, 2010 0 66.68.206.131 Mike Buxton US of A hht91@midmaine.com HAPPY NEW YEAR January 1, 2010 0 67.8.177.182 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL.....IF YOU AIN'T CAV

YOU AIN'T s*** December 31, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 John Witham St Paul Mn gypsycat@netzero.net Was with HHT from Feb 69-Feb 70. Found this site by accident one day. Would like to find Melvin Dorsey, Jack Walker, & Alexander Quick. Welcome home to all of us, job well done. December 31, 2009 0 65.45.140.204 Lloyd Edwards C Trp, 1st Plt 1970 lloydgedwards@msn.com Hey Greg:
Just saw your post fom end of Nov.--Have been in Mexico for a couple of weeks. Hope all is well. Too bad you didn't make Branson. Mike Moore, Gomer, Randy Heber, Cpt Bachman, Bill gibbs(2nd Plt Ldr), John Robertson(3rd Plt ldr) and others were there. Mike looked and sounded good for having been all blowed up on the hill. After the reunion, Randy found 'Animal' and talked to him. I have been real bad about getting back to people. When I think about it you guys are probably in bed due to time difference. Sorry everyone. I am still not retired and pedaling as fast as I can. I think about you guys all the time. Lloyd December 29, 2009 0 24.22.240.85 Web Team IF YOU SEE A FAT MAN ...
Who's jolly and cute,
Wearing a beard and
a red flannel suit,
And if he is chuckling
and laughing away,
While flying around
in a miniature sleigh,
With eight tiny reindeer
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Your eggnog's too strong! December 24, 2009 0 74.132.197.219 Larry Sullivan Greentown,In hondo46936@sbcglobal.net To all Black Knights, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!Hope to see you all in Louisville in 2011. God Bless America! December 24, 2009 0 76.213.223.141 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com TO ALL 3/5 WELCOME HOME AND MERRY CHRISTMAS December 23, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 Tom Rothwell Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com An early "Merry Christmas" to all.. I got one of my presents early when I got to talk to someone who drove me arround Kansas then the wonderful place thats' in all our hearts, Vietnam. After 40 plus years of wondering about those you were with, I feel great. Yockey, you made my century. I'd still like to hear from a lot of others. Sanborn, his buddy, Gueterize, Cunningham I believe. If you worked on the locks in Pittsburgh, and you remember a guy in a boat in the lock and yelling down to me, I'd love to talk to you. To those that made it back "Welcome Home" and have a wonderful holiday,"Merry Christmas" December 21, 2009 0 4.238.17.80 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com Falcons,falcons, and all 3/5 cav Blackknights have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.34G Out! December 20, 2009 0 24.175.221.166 Paul Taylor Ankeny, Iowa pjtaylor@mchsi.com Hey Pat:

I was your TC on 36. Many of the 3rd Platoon are in touch. Dean Moretti, Juan Cantu, the LT, Doc Lehman, Mike Allen, Dave Whipp, Dan Bigbey have all been in touch with each other. I am in touch with Bernie Reck. Hope to hear from you. I have a few photo's of you, Gary Stennen, Coffman and Zack on 36.

Email me sometime. Great to know you are still around. December 18, 2009 0 173.31.70.208 Dave Grant IOWA Victor call me about the b-troop reunion December 18, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 Dean J. Moretti Buffalo New York djmo19@msn.com Falcons Falcons Merry Christmas and to all of the 3/5 CAV -----djmo19@msn.com December 17, 2009 0 67.241.182.224 Richard Block Kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Sindney I sure do remmenber that real wellBeen a long time. Do you plan on coming to Ft Knox in 2011?? drop me a line if you have time rwblock@newwavecomm.net December 17, 2009 0 72.51.207.162 Gary Phillips Merry Christmas to all! December 16, 2009 0 66.210.197.162 Sidney Helmer Fairborn ,Ohio helmersmail@yahoo.com Hi everybody
Somebody asked about Richard Block and Larry Harper.
I remember helping carry Larry off our track after it got hit in Tet.He was SEVERELY wounded but is doing very good.
And, Mr. Block , I was the one who accidentally blew a claymore during a cease fire. Caught hell for that. The funny thing is I had been joking about test firing a claymore for weeks! Oh well. December 16, 2009 0 208.102.125.112 Victor M. Mireles Jr RGV Texas now Stw, Ok vmireles7503@yahoo.com b troop 3/5 from 6/67 to 7/68. based out of Black Horse.....long thanh, Xuan Loc. After tet we were sent to Dong Ha and the surrounding areas. Shipped out right before Wunder Beach. Looking for anyone who remmebers me.

Looking for Watson, miller, king, harkey,martinez,barrett.

Grant send me info on b troop reunion in 2010 December 14, 2009 0 68.92.115.75 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Bob forgot to put space email me at photoric09@msn.com December 14, 2009 0 71.217.244.20 Warren E. Forsythe ( Gene ) Berwick , Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net Hello , Again Marvin Hayter , I was one of your fellow field radio repairman from Ft. Riley Kansas to Vietnam. Traveled On the USS Upshur to Bearcat. 1966 to 1967. In earlier comments I forgot to give you my e-mail address. kagen2@verizon.net. I have been searching for the 10 of us who were in the Ft.Riley yearbook in 1966. December 14, 2009 0 71.161.252.207 Bridget Teeman California rtobridget@hotmail.com Hi all..my name is Bridget. I am looking for information on my Uncle. His name was Frank "Doug" Hallas. Most everyone called him Doug. He was a soldier with your unit and I was looking to see if anyone can tell me what company he was assigned with and if you have any stories about him. I am working on a family history and would love to incorporate this info. He sadly passed away January 2007 before I could have a chance to really talk to him. Anything you have would be helpful. Hope all of you have a wonderful Christmas season.

Bridget December 13, 2009 0 98.148.4.143 pat mellendick baltimore md ajomama@comcast.net just trying to find out how everyone is doing December 12, 2009 0 71.179.247.240 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net To add to my comments 12-6-09, I was in A Trp.3rd plt. from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68. December 7, 2009 0 70.130.68.151 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Short Round send me your phone number tophotoric09@msn.com December 6, 2009 0 71.221.34.131 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Looking anyone that was in 3rd plt 3/5 Cav.from 5/8/67 to 5/8/68. I was on all three tanks at one time or another. My tank was buried in the ammo dump a Burmingham A Shau Valley when I left 5/68. This is my first effort to contact anyone since I left V.N. December 6, 2009 0 70.130.68.151 Bob Brookshire Aslhand, Ohio jesuskingofangels@hotmail.com Rick,this is "Short Round" gunner/driver on 25 and driver on 26. Our tours were about the same time. Jun70-May71 time.Like to hear your and others from A Trp December 6, 2009 0 24.239.57.27 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Any A Trp guys doing the reunion in St. Louis MO
in june December 5, 2009 0 71.221.34.131 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Looking for Alan Battles he was in HHC I beleave and was from Birmingham Alabama. December 2, 2009 0 69.66.129.194 Bill Desmond Pittsford, NY wdesmond@peoplepc.com I'M LOOKING FOR ANYONE FROM THE 3/5 TROOP C WHO SERVED IN VIETNAM BETWEEN 1/JAN/68 & 1/JAN/69 AND WHO FOUGHT IN THE BATTLE OF BINH AN ON 27/JUNE/68. I HOPING TO FIND SOMEONE WHO KNEW VINCENT J. ROSSOTTO WHO WAS KIA IN THIS BATTLE. VIN WAS MY BEST FRIEND AND BUDDY GROWING UP IN DUNKIRK, NY. I CAN BE CONTACTED AT wdesmond@peoplepc.com December 1, 2009 0 13.13.137.1 Bill Meade Harvard,Illinois I was in Vietnam in 66-67. went over on the USNS UPSHUR, I was in the 3/5th. HHQ. Troop, but assigned to Either B-C TROOP with a 5 ton Truck with 1200 gal. of gas, and a trailer with 600 gal. of Diesel, Truck # 104, went every where you guy's went, even had a 50 mounted on a truck mount. November 30, 2009 0 69.64.131.239 greg curtis maine 1st plt. c trp 1970 wlcome home all . lloyd ,jim gibbons is in maine . November 30, 2009 0 76.178.211.109 Art Reynolds oxford ny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET TO all 3/5 cav have a great day November 26, 2009 0 70.101.236.215 Mike Cook Louisville Have a safe Holiday everybody November 25, 2009 0 96.28.79.220 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com To all my brother in arms of the Blackknights unit have a safe and Happy Thansgiving. November 25, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Gary Turner Monroe, Mi tamelm@hotmail.com *** ATTENTION DONALD STANTZ **** ... I was in A troop 2nd platoon in '69. I have a hard time remembering faces and names. I saw your post and I wanted to get in contact with you as soon as I saw that you were in the 2nd platoon with the A Troop. I was on 2 4 and was on 2 6 as TC with Lt. McCandles. Here is my email address, if you see this post EMAIL ME so we can chat.

Tamelm@hotmail.com

Sincerely,

Gary Turner November 19, 2009 0 99.30.203.224 Ray Littmann Waterford WI chiefraycw3@yahoo.com I was with A-troop 2/67-1/68.Iwas on A- 35 for 3 mo. then I drove A-37 until Dec. 15 67,took a 30 day leave came back to Bear cat. November 13, 2009 0 174.102.182.234 Tom Stewart Washington State stewar2@comcast.net To Gary Vaught: Iwas your Troop Commander at the time you were wounded. The actual enemy contact you were in with A Troop's 3rd Platoon started around midnight Feb 28/Mar 1 and concluded on Mar 1. That's why there is the difference. During that contact, Lt Al Kincer was mortally wounded (he died in the hospital at Quang Tri on Mar 1)and 6 troopers were wounded and evacuated to Quang Tri. I'm glad to hear from you. If you want to contact me, my email is stewar2@comcast.net. Welcome home brother. November 13, 2009 0 76.28.166.160 Gary Vaught (safevet) Texas garyvau@yahoo.com I was in A trooop 3/5 cav in Vietnam in 1970-1971.
I was wounded the night of 28 of February 1971.
Orders say 1st of march.
Anyone from A troop out there during this time frame.
My MOS was mechanic and on out personel carrier we had Bis with 3 names on the front. November 12, 2009 0 71.41.16.6 juanrcantu Weslaco,Tx. juanrcantu@yahoo.com To all BIAS,veterans,Vietnam Veterans,and spcially 3/5 Blackknights have a safe and happy Veterans Day. November 11, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Tracy solvedtm@comcast.net Everyone, have a safe and restfull Veterans Day. November 11, 2009 0 151.154.70.222 Larry Sullivan Greentown In. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Happy Veterans Day, fellow troopers!This is our day. I hope everyone has a great day. November 11, 2009 0 70.225.141.26 LeRoy Jablonski Urbandale, Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com HAPPY VETERANS DAY TO ALL MY BROTHERS. November 11, 2009 0 97.125.195.112 Marquitta Raynor Clinton, NC marquitta.raynor@cms.k12.nc.us I just wanted to wish all the veterans on this site a HAPPY VETERANS DAY!!! Your dedication will never be forgotten. November 10, 2009 0 71.75.63.204 Larry Hess Evansville Indiana qwikdraw1500@yahoo.com I was in B Troop 3/5 cav from early 1970 to early 1971. I wore the 9th infantry patch . My base camp was in Dong Ha. My track wore the "YELLOW SQUARE"
I never heard my unit referred to as the Black Knights.I was on a Sheridan tank. Damn that was a long time ago but its still part of me. November 10, 2009 0 74.137.210.26 Warren E. Forsythe Berwick , Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net Hi Marvin Hayter from Penticton , British Columbia , Canada. I am one of your old friends from the HHT 3/5 cav.Please give me a call at (570) 759-0127. I am retired and travel. Year before last I was in Calgary for the Stampeed. November 9, 2009 0 72.70.210.202 rick hoban wichita falls texas rick.hoban@att.net Bob, saw your note. I was with 1st platoon Nov 67 -Auig 68 then HQ platoon till Oct . November 8, 2009 0 70.245.40.111 Tracy Chicago Area solvedtm@comcast.net When I joined the troop, Gino Capovilla helped me a lot, training me for when he would leave for home. Anyone ever hear fram him? Just wondering. November 7, 2009 0 69.243.151.141 Craig Yockey Fresno Calif. www.papayockey@peoplepc.com i shipped over on the troopship uss Upsher served with the 3rd platoon 3/5th i remember tom rothwel l there are others but time has made names slip away. if anybody remembers me and would like to get in touch my number is (559) 2752091 everyone have a good day November 6, 2009 0 4.246.135.222 William Rhodes (DUSTY) Chesapeake, Va. I was in Vietnam from April 11 1967 to March 17 1968. I was in B troop 3/5 cav. I was a tanker on a M48 A1. Road runner 28 was my call sign. November 6, 2009 0 72.218.64.195 Louis Raynor Clinton, NC Hello all. This is actually Louis's daughter, signing the guestbook on his behalf. My dad is in 3/5 Cav, Headquarters Troop, and served in Vietnam from Sept. 1967 to Sept. 1968. He is happy to have found a connection to all of you, and he's in the process of getting information about upcoming reunions. November 6, 2009 0 168.190.200.211 Russ Knepp Pittsburgh PA kknepp1@verizon.net Hawkeye,Lt. C Troop-miss your rusty a**.
Anyone give me a call.
"Grump" 412 487 4778
609 969 0069 cell
1st Plt.C 3/5 for the most-a great group.
I do talk to "Lead" once in awhile-will certainly do all possible to make next reunion.
ALSO-finally a GRAMPAP!
Have 3 Sons-ALL VETS
Yongest was in Iraq in 9th Cav-home safe.
Call me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ssg Knepp (Plt.Sgt. D/5R/2 Ft Knox too 69/70 October 29, 2009 0 173.71.183.158 Tom Rothwell Fla maddocr@peoplepc.com Just addin my two cents to the site. Jim Fergison, hope your well. Still lookin for the guys on track 35, and those during 66-67. October 25, 2009 0 4.235.6.77 William Ostergaard Coconut Creek, FL weohome@bellsouth.net Hi. I was TDY with the Black Knights from the 709th Maint. Bn. the night that the Tet offensive started. I was mounting side armor on the top hatch of the APCs to protect the gunners. October 25, 2009 0 99.29.164.120 Fonley Allen Iowa Welcome home,Tracy Muszalski.
Now that you found us I hope you can join us for our next reunion.
William Fonley Allen
C trp. 70/71 October 23, 2009 0 173.21.69.90 Ssgt Dan Eskesen Horseheads, NY DanEskesenSr@hotmail.com 1st day out saw a sheridan (not mine) hit a 750 pounder. I remember the medics face after he saw the bicyclist selling ice cream wrapped in the pc tread. the ron's and drinking tiger beer from young sabatour if deposit not paid.reading posts remember some names -Alfie, doc, John Boy, and of course pops playing solitair under the poncho in the rain..welcome home and w lldone all. October 19, 2009 0 67.241.242.219 Tracy Muszalski Indiana solvedtm@comcast.net HHT Sept 67, Aug 68. Ran across the new site by accident. Now know why the old site has no traffic. Had some problems with the ticker in June, but doing fine after taking the summer off. October 19, 2009 0 151.154.70.222 john sims lafayette,la john2193@cox.net hi guys, I was a huey crew chief in b troop 3/5 air cav. back in 1978 to 1981 and i've been work for Phi. helicopters for the last 28 year. any old buddys out there?......later.john October 19, 2009 0 24.249.88.34 johnny vaughan georgia b79@bellsouth.net ron q. came up to see me wednesday he seens to be doing good. he has to have surgery again in noveber. thought i would let everybody know. i was wondering if anybody remember a sgt. wiggline. October 2, 2009 0 99.170.47.139 Juan R. Cantu Weslaco,Tx. Juanrcantu@yahoo.com My name is Juan R. Cantu on my last comments I forgot to write down which unitor troop I was with.I was with 3/5 cav c-trp 3rd plt.69-70.So if anybody can tell methe where abouts of Ruben Gutierrez I would be most geatful.Thanks BIA JuanRCantu October 2, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Juan R.Cantu Weslaco,Tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com Greetins BIA.this is a wonderful web site everyday I look to see if I recognize anybody.I need some help finding a fellow vietnam vetteran.Last time I saw him was in 69-70 in Dong-Ha vietnam.His name is Ruben Gutierrez.I think he was with the motors.Would like toknow if anyone has heard or knows of his where abouts.He was fromMcAllen,Tx at the time.ThanksBIA Juan R. Cantu September 30, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Dean Moretti Lackawanna, N.Y. djmo19@msn.com C-Troup 3rd Dec69-Nov70 Enjoying this web site Brings back many memories. Great pics Dong ha Cam Lo Mia Loc Rockpiles. Drove 37 most of my tour. Painted two sheridans Someday and Wardaddy. Nice to hear you guys talk of Wardaddy. Did Someday survive ? Look to reach Ed Dorsey from Detriot , Ferby Brooklyn, Hamby K.C. Also Looking forward to a reunion. My best to all Cav members It was an honor to have served with you. :toast: September 29, 2009 0 69.204.71.106 william fonley Allen Dunlap Iowa/ B'ham Ala. fonley@iowatelecom.net Fred, Hang in there buddy. we got you back. September 28, 2009 0 69.66.129.194 PAUL G THOMAS JR CINCY OHIO 45205 WEDARE101OK@AOL.COM Hi Geoge
my home phone is 1_513 471 4035 September 26, 2009 Y 0 69.133.30.94 george gallegos ogden utah ggeorgegallegos@hotmail.com paul thomas contact me i was there at the same time September 24, 2009 0 75.169.9.67 paul thomas cincy djddmd69@cincirr.com Anyways,ain't that the track,that had the NVA flag on it?and You was allways mooning everyone? and pissing on villegers"?
That was Funny!!
remember when A sheridan i was driving lost a wheel? and just said "fu+k it! keep going"
I just wanted too try too get some clouser'on what went down when i was there,after i left i was passed off to 3 more line units.You did your time Brother,so did i.
Allons. September 23, 2009 Y 0 69.133.30.94 fred calvo Texas fredglori@yahoo.com hey troopers ,,well just to let everyone know that I am doing good and just completed my 2nd of 3 chemo treatment for my stomach cancer and happy to report that it's doing its job ..my levels are good and doing my walking and excercises and looking forward to the next C-Troop and Black Knights reunion..BI fred ctroop 2nd Plt.'68-'69 September 23, 2009 0 68.201.110.201 Paul Thomas cincy ohio WEDARE101OK@AOL.COM Hi Brother,
I do not remenber names that well,but remember "War daddy track" i was an fng,[driver in apc's and Sheridans] august 71 on.got the s*** scared out of me for the 1st 2 "mad minutes",after that? I was still scared shitless!
anyways"I"m still fkdup with names that I was riding with'maybe You can help Me out.
September 23, 2009 0 69.133.30.94 john Osgood lee summit mo jrosgood@earthink.net Hi Rick. I often wondered what happened to the old M14. It had the barrell hacksawed off with a grease gun flash suppressor attached to what was left just in front of the gas plug, a bipod and a pistol grip with a full auto switch installed and a starlight scope mount. I still have a photo or two of the thing. You are right, it was an M14A1E1 TOE squad automatic weapon issued to troops in Korea at the time. It came from the engineers in Wonder Beach after some slick trading. John Osgood jrosgood@earthlink.net September 21, 2009 0 69.152.169.146 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net hi Bob Weiland, I was c trp. and Drove the 806(a funny looking APC with a winch in the back) Do you remember an 88 driver nick named Pug. Fisher was his partner. What was his real name? September 21, 2009 0 69.66.129.194 Lloyd Edwards Bellevue, WA lloydgedwards@msn.com Hey 1st pltn-C trp-1970 guys--Randy Heber found Animal. Had to laugh when Randy described him as "alive and in his right mind". Welcome back Animal. September 17, 2009 0 71.231.85.188 ART REYNOLDS oxford ny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET sorry,rusty wrong art but i did bite down on a cap while making c4 chargs,had the same effect,young and dumb September 17, 2009 0 74.42.162.72 Robert (RUSTY) Bauer Priceville Kentucky rustyrkb60@yahoo.com Art Reynolds?? You went by Alfie and liked to scare the hell out of everyone when you took the blasting cap out of a hand grenade, then you droped it with the pin out,you liked to watch every body run!!! Patrick I was right beside you on the B troop VTR when the chopper hit the C rats at Vandergriff, were you the cook that kicked the windsheild out of the chopper??
If any of this rings a bell, contact me at rustyrkb60@yahoo.com
Rusty BIA Welcome HOME September 17, 2009 0 64.130.137.41 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net yes sir that was me.seems as time goes by I'm running into alot of the guys that was with us then.My e-mail is rwblock@newwavecomm.net drop me a line when you have time September 17, 2009 0 72.51.193.227 Rick Bjorgum Dalton,Mn rickbjo@prtel.com B troop,feb 68-feb 69, track 16 then 66 ,drove then made sgt.became redoak 66.was on 66 for 3 diff. captains the only one I really remember is John, with his deadly M-14A1E1 (?) rifle.happy to be back in touch. September 16, 2009 0 66.228.249.8 Richard Toledo, Jr Hilo, Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com Richard Block. Are you the SSG Block with 2nd plt. A Troop in Bien Hoa during Tet? I think you had several wounded on board. My recollection is that we helped Harper through your rear door and you were already crowded. I think I caught a ride with someone else because you were so full. I also seem to remember that you also got hit about that same time? Do I have it right or is my "fog" getting thicker? September 16, 2009 0 66.8.248.26 ART REYNOLDS oxfordny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET hi b troopers,i was on 33 68-69 September 15, 2009 0 74.42.162.72 Rick Bjorgum Dalton,Mn rickbjo@prtel.com Redoak 6 ( John ? )One of my daughters moved to Mo. We should try to connect sometime when I come down. September 14, 2009 0 66.228.249.8 Bob Griffith Pawtucket RI rgriffith@doa.ri.gov Looking for any and all 1st platoon A-troop from June to Dec 68. We aren't getting any older; its those FNGs in Iraq and Afghanistan who are getting younger! September 14, 2009 0 158.123.113.150 BobWeiland Chicago,Il reikibob@comcast.net IwasinHq.Troop71-72IdroveaM88recoverytrack.FromDongH.allthefirebasesontheDM ZIlovedgoingoutwithCharlyTroop,andgoingtosomerealystrangeplaceslikeMyLocmou ntinandoutherplaces.Anyonethatknowsmeorifyouwouldliketochatcallmebobw1-847- 364-4564IreconisedafewnamesFredChote,wewerefriends. September 14, 2009 0 24.15.247.119 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hey! sidney

thats me alright remember well what happen.glad you found the webb site. Leroy sent you a e-mail
with my e-mail address. send me alittle note and i'll give you my phone no# September 12, 2009 0 72.51.193.227 Sidney Helmer Fairborn, Ohio helmersmail@yahoo.com I was in A troop Sept/67 -Jan31/68 3 months in Japan in hospital. Friend of Larry and Glenn Wells.
Mr. Block Are you former SSg Block from A troop?
If so I am the guy who blew a claymore accidently
During a cease fire early in 68 I think. Gee that detonater shorted out when I tossed it up on the cupola .... The way i got chewed out you would have thought I had done something real stupid( well yeah)
like ..whatever. I never forgot the Cav , it gives you an attitude and a way of looking at life. September 11, 2009 0 72.49.251.127 Redoak 6 Missouri jrosgood@earthlink.net Hey, Rick Bjorgum. How you doing guy? Glad to see you found this web site. For the rest of you B troopers, Rick was one hell of a driver on the 6 track in 68/69. September 11, 2009 0 69.149.223.206 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Tom Rothwell, the name sounds like I have heard it before but can't remember but we were there at the same time 66/67, Bau Bang and I went back to Bau Bang in march 2007 on the 19 and 20th I was there again Tim tstbgpops@yahoo.com September 11, 2009 0 67.141.30.101 Dave Grant Iowa B troop 68/69 btrooper@q.com Pat welcome home Im the B-Troop rep Please send me a e-mail so I can keep you informed on things.btrooper@q.com Dave September 10, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 Patrick Lotspeich Wilsonville, Oregon plk100rt@yahoo.com Hi guys. I was in B Troop, mostly on the 24 track in 68-69. Don't remember most of the names anymore. Remember Hippy, and a few others. I am the one of the two soldiers that carried the 5 crew members out of the flaming ammo dump at LZ Vandergriff after it crashed there setting the whole dump on fire. If anyone remembers me or wants to get in touch, leave me a message here. I'll come back on and post an email. If you don't remember me, that's OK too. Thanks to all for what we did there, and what we had to endure when we returned. September 9, 2009 0 71.59.223.128 peter botticello (pockets) A-troop 3rd ptl 35 track 1969 hello all happy labor day i miss you guys. i didn't make the last reunion sat home weighting for my new grand daughter. hope to see all of you at the next one..........pockets September 7, 2009 0 24.45.219.72 donnie joule reno,nv djoule@sbcglobal.net B TROOP 68-69 wunder beach i miss you and
camp evans September 7, 2009 0 68.123.65.143 Rick (Bee) Bjorgum Dalton,Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com B`troop Feb 68-Feb 69 September 6, 2009 0 66.228.249.8 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com I see the A Trp reunion is going to be June 16th thru the 20th 2010 in St. Louis MO. Anyone one planning on going to it. September 6, 2009 0 71.221.32.104 Bob Brookshire Ashland, Ohio jesuskingofangels@hotmail.com Wow, can hardly believe it, Dan Baranczyk. Mortars. Good to see you on here. I was on 25 + was Lt. Smrtic, and Johnsons driver. Till now, since I found this site, I've only recalled the people of 22, 27 plt. sgt. I remember Doc, you, Poncho, Geronimo, Hocevar, Harp, Duffy, Weekly.
Talked to Jon Smrtic father. He was a LTC, and instructor at West Point September 6, 2009 0 24.239.57.27 Paul Rebrovich Kingsport,Tn justiceseeker222@yahoo.com I was in 1st & 2nd plt C-trp Jan-Dec 70 Here are some names & events that may help jog memories.My crew on 11 all WIA Oct.19- Ron Harford,Dennis James,Gary Smith & Doc Snelling. Lt(Fuzz)Edwards,I am proud to call him friend for 40 yrs.Curt Boyd 24,crewmate. Figursky perking coffee during monsoons.Begbey teaching Rogler how to box after altercation with Calhoun. Doc Conners tift with mamasan in Cam Lo over wiskey payment.Doc Gary Hall,Steve Sckoczylas,Heredia,Faget,clerks-Hall & Broadwell,Gomer Weil and many more.I remember and always will. Welcome Home. September 6, 2009 0 76.7.147.119 Tom Rothwell Pittsburgh now Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Where are the vets from 1966 to 1967??? I know I can't be the only one or two to still be kickin arround. I rember playin acee ducee on the Upshure , throwing money away ,literally. Remember handling a grader being pulled by my apc to make a camp called bearcat. remember the ambushes as we plowed thru jungle,and the smart shits would walk right beside us. Wesmoreland , handing out purple hearts for some one that ran into a tree stump in a apc and loosing some teeth.Get Real people !!! Ap Bau Bang ,Was there, Xuan loc, Was there. Night patrolls, Was there. Alot of people wished I wasn't the patrol leader because I went out there. Gettin s*** duty I was there . Getin blown up,was there. Almost charged with paying for a APC when it cauht on fire.was there, C-4 burns. People should watch where they are throwing lit cigarettes. Carried a lot of it,C-4 that is. How about all the beer they used to shove at us.Case a day keeps the memories away! How many hot meals do you remember? HOW MANY TIMES DID TOU SLEEP ON A COT AT BASE CAMP? Me, NONE. How many times did you even see Base camp??? How many times did you even get to relax in the time you were there?? For the uys that first went over there, and made it thru, I salute you .. You were THE men who were the CAV. September 5, 2009 0 4.238.19.14 Donald Stantz port richey fl dstantz@hotmail.com Hi, i was with A troop second platoon 23 tc for time,in 69 at camp evans, after many surgerys i find it hard to remember names, sure like to here for anyone in A trp 2nd. September 5, 2009 0 97.97.28.184 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota hey was on double duece 22 trk with serrit, miller,poncho gerronamo, was ther from feb 1970 to april 1971 A trp my email is photoric09@msn.com September 1, 2009 0 71.221.32.104 Stanley [Stump] E. Skinner Ottumwa, IA stanleyeskinner@yahoo.com Not much of a writer, but I was in "C" Trp, 3rd Plt., in 1971, until "the Cav" stood down. I was on a Sheridan, #39. It had " War Daddy", painted on the main gun. Just want to give everyone a big "Welcome Home"! It's all about "the Brotherhood"!!!! September 1, 2009 0 173.25.187.167 Bob Brookshire Ashland, OH eagles_incubator@live.com Looking for anyone who was with A Troop. Second platoon. Ya'll prbably remember me as "short round". Arrived in Dong HA. Jun16-1970 went back to the world May 17. Had address book for better than fifty of ya'll but life has it's bummers. Took part in LamSon 719. AO fun spots like MaiLoc, Cam Lo, C2, A4, RockPile, KheSahn, Yellow Brick Road. Duffy, Bruce Breault like to hear form ya'll. Feel free to write and hope I can learn my way around the site September 1, 2009 0 24.239.57.27 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com Fonley i cant beleave you were thinking, its almost as easy as riding on 200 gals of napalm.
Hope thing are still going good for you. See you at Ft Knox 2011 August 31, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Mike Cook Glad to here Dave is going to be ok Thanks leroy August 29, 2009 0 74.138.51.123 LeRoy Jablonski Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Dave Grants prostrate cancer surgery on August 27th was successful. He will spend the night in the hospital and be released tomorrow. August 27, 2009 0 97.125.189.97 Danny Bigbey Yakima wash. dbigbey@hotmail.com I was TC on 34 track with Cantu,Allen.It is great to see some names I have never forgot.Would like to hear from some of you guys.Dean Morretti,David Whipp you were the gunner on 37? Dean was TC.What a night at falcon flats after Doc Hagler he was seeing the NVA and you guys caught them in the open after you blew a can round s*** hit the fan.Great job you saved us all.Gee it was only 40 years ago.......Bigbey August 18, 2009 0 138.163.106.71 Dean J. Moretti Lackawanna, N.Y. DJMO19@msn.con 3/5 cav C com. 3rd platoon 69/70 Drove 37 Hello to all falcons 40 years seems like just yesterday. Nice talking to Whipp , Cantu also I,ve been in touch with Fernando at least once a year. Take care to all our brothers ! August 17, 2009 0 64.179.8.220 fonley Allen Iowa OPPPS. guess I was wrong for the big time Bob and I think Stanley too was 2nd Plt. That what I get for thinking. August 16, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Rick Hocevar Tom I was there feb'70 april'71 22 track which plt were you with I see atrp reunion is June next year plan on makin it August 15, 2009 0 216.161.135.40 Tom Stewart Puyallup WA stewar2@comcast.net On August 1st I attended the retirement ceremony for Colonel Fred (Doc) Miller, A Troop Medic 70-71 in Boise Idaho. Fred spent 28 years in the Idaho National Guard and was so highly thought of that the state awarded him a Brevet promotion to Brigadier General on his retirement. Congratulations Fred from all Black Knights! August 14, 2009 0 76.28.166.160 Juan R. Cantu Weslaco,Tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com I was in Nam 69-70 in 3/5 CAV C Troop 3rd PLT. I was a gunner on 34. Any fellow Brother who wishes to contact me, do so: juanrcantu@yahoo.com
RIDE ON BLACK KNIGHTS ! ! ! August 13, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Fonley Allen Dunlap Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Hi david, I think BobRod and Stanley were also in the 3rd Herd. Bob is in Des moines and Stanly is in Ottumwa. August 13, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 David Whipp Iowa davidwh@iowatelecom.net Paul Taylor, I was in C Troop 3/5 Cav I have a hard time remembering names! Some names I can think of are 1st Sgt Ouellette, Sgt Nicholson, Wahl, Dorsey, Talosi, Cantu, Cisneros, Ingram, Hamby, Crutcher, Wiggins, Stenen, Bigbey, Rogler, and Dean Morretti which was on 37 also! August 11, 2009 0 67.142.167.21 Paul Taylor Ankeny, Iowa pjtaylor@mchsi.com Hey David Whipp. I was on 36 and later 37 from February 70-March 71. There are several of us in the Des Moines area. We get together monthly. I met many more at Branson this year. Get in touch so we can arrange to get together. August 10, 2009 0 173.25.56.11 David Whipp Iowa davidwh@iowatelecom.net 3rd Platoon, 3rd Squadron, 5th Armored Cavalry
January 1970 - December 1970
I was on 37 tank as a loader, gunner, and driver during my time in Viet Nam! August 10, 2009 0 67.142.167.25 John Dolan leesburg Fla. missing_link1@msn.com hey ed Chamber my names John Dolan I served with b trp 3/5 from 6/67 to 8/69 on a scout track with foxy then on a mortal track when i first came back from the hospital we flew a big flag on our track I don't remember alot of names do remember tet, trip up north wonder beach that damn 3day battle with the nva if you or anyone else remember me e-mail me missing_link1@msn.com August 4, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net Served with B Troop (scout section leader)and with HHT in the operations section from 1966-68.
Hope everyone is doing well. Just checking in again. By the way, I was wondering why nobody was posting on the old forum. Finally woke up and found this new one. Great job, keep it going and thanks. August 3, 2009 0 69.144.152.16 Warren E. Forsythe Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net I served with the 3/5 in Vietnam from 1966 to 1967 , then was transfered to the 3/34 artillery. Took basic in Fort Riley / Camp Fungston in 1966 I guess. A lot of things were buried in my mind, but would like to get in touch with some of my fellow field communications Repair conrads. July 28, 2009 0 72.70.192.237 Dave Grant B-Troop Rep Iowa davegrant@mchsi.com To all B-Troopers
If you haven't gotten a email from me that means I don't have your email. PLEASE send me a email so I can keep all of us informed

davegrant@mchsi.com July 28, 2009 0 75.170.210.98 Larry Sullivan Greentown, Ind. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net A Troop reunion will be next June16-19 in St. Louis. More information will be in the next newsletter July 27, 2009 0 76.214.162.156 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hey anyone know when A trp reunion going to be next year July 26, 2009 0 216.161.135.40 rick hoban new york rick.hoban@att.net I can' figure out this password thing to get your email address.mine is rick.hoban@att.net July 26, 2009 0 70.243.12.246 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net hey hoban i was in the 2nd plat at about the same time. some of the ppl that was in your platoon come to the reunions give me a call oe e-mail me July 26, 2009 0 72.51.204.196 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net hey hoban i was in the 2nd plat at about the same time. some of the ppl that was in your platoon come to the reunions give me a call oe e-mail me July 26, 2009 0 72.51.204.196 Rick hoban new york rick.hoban@att.net I was with 1st platoon A troop, 67 -68. Tet 68 and the boat trip up north, bastone, wunder beach etc. Nickname "hobo". Living in Texas now July 26, 2009 0 70.243.12.246 Dave Grant IOWA The B-Troop reunion is set for July 15,16,17 2010
in Elyria Ohio There will be more info later on.

BIA Dave B-Troop rep July 24, 2009 0 75.170.216.24 Cecil Merrill Smith Campbellsville, Ky roberta359@windstream.net Great site. In Nam in 1969-1970. VTR driver. In Headquarters troop. Be glad to hear from fellow vets. July 22, 2009 0 75.89.161.183 Bill Ganz Calif bg96160@yahoo.com looking 4 thomas Lavender,,Bruce goss
I was in flame Plt til May 1971 July 21, 2009 0 72.47.127.157 George Gallegos salt lake city,Utah ggeorgegallegos@hotmail.com i was in viet nam 1971,quang tri,dong ha, all the way to the DMZ.any one feel free to contact me. 801-686-2646 July 20, 2009 0 75.169.23.50 Don Clash Missouri the_judge56@yahoo.com Let me no next time you all meet in Beranson Mo. July 18, 2009 0 75.120.183.113 T.W.Rothwell Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com Thanks Allen Fonley. Thought I was in the twilight zone going from site to site. Be nice to know which one is real!!! Hope it's this one.
Sgt. T.W.Rothwell 3rd. plt. C troop 66-67. Track 35. July 15, 2009 0 4.238.21.75 Randy Capek NE B-Troop 1968 I saw a name in the guest book Charles Davis Jr . If you see this I would like you to contact me .Also I saw somebody was looking for Richard J. Banfield, so am I. rlcapek@hotmail.com July 10, 2009 0 24.246.211.103 Kent D. Converse Garfield Kansas kentconverse2005@yahoo.com Nice web page. I will try to get to the next reunion.
July 5, 2009 0 24.225.13.153 fonley Allen Iowa Fonley@iowatelecom.net Happy Birthday America July 4, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Byron D Cagle McAllen, Texas byron.cagle@att.net My 214 says Atrp 3/5CAV 9th Inf Div. I don't remember much but I would like to learn more. I got out on 8/5/68. Anybody from that time and place I would like to hear from you. Anybody remember me? I was wounded once, had bad malaria and spent time recouping in Cam Rhan Bay...Any help with stories or incidents would be appreciated. Feel free to give me a call (956)971-0703 or email Byron.cagle@att.net. My rank at ets was Sgt. E-5. July 4, 2009 0 76.228.46.44 robert arnson lagrande or rvbob45@yahoo.com just looking for people from a troop from 1977-1980 thans July 4, 2009 0 71.117.163.188 Mike Cook I would like on behalf of C Troop to wish all of our Brothers and Friends a Happy and Safe July 4th. Please take a moment from your day to remember our Soldiers that away from home defending our Independence, as we did years ago. God Bless them all and may the Lord watch over them, and being them home safe.

BIA
Mike Cook
C Troop Rep. July 4, 2009 0 96.28.133.216 John Dolan leesburg Fla. missing_link1@msn.com Just writing to wish all my BIA a great 4th of July and would love to hear from any of the guys I served with I was over there from 7/67 to 8/68 B trp. July 4, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 Tim Beardsley tstbgpops@yahoo.com The next reunion will be at Fort Knox in Kentucky, and if this old soldier can make it 2 more years I will be present. Hey and its only a 2 hour drive for me this time. July 3, 2009 0 71.28.193.166 John Stenmo gruntjastenmo@yahoo.com This is a fair decision. I can understand how it could be used for a personal forum. I am in violation, my apologies.
John Stenmo July 2, 2009 0 96.251.77.98 Mike Cook This is for Tim beardsley and John Stenmo
This Guestbook was added to the site to reach out and contact our brothers,it is not to be used as
a platform to air ones gripes. I know some will call this is Censorship,but we are not about to return to a guestbook like we had before. I understand you may be upset at the removal of your postings I have not blocked you from posting but understand this any further postings like this and you can and will be denided access to posting on this Guestbook. July 2, 2009 0 96.28.133.216 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com First reunion for me it was great to see the guys from A trp 2nd Plt '70 '71
Espicially meeting up with Poncho my brother
Hope to see you and more at the A trp reunion in St. Louis June 28, 2009 0 71.36.210.144 Kevin Wisconsin kcabla@centurytel.net I am looking to get some contact information for a fellow hard worker named Robert Ebbe.
He does not have a computer and he does not know i am contacting anyone.
He served in the 3-5 cav. Black knights Armor Div.
9th infantry attatched.
He has told me things that i am proud to be an American.

Thank you
kevin June 28, 2009 0 174.124.68.172 johnny vaughan riverdale ga. b79@bellsouth.net sorry i couldnot make it to branson. have had a lot of medical problems lately. i was with b troop 3/5 cavalry. 1970-71 in vietnam . where is the next reunion going to be. June 28, 2009 0 99.170.47.139 Ken Miller Gaines, Michigan millers33@charter.net One of the infamus BOAT PEOPLE. I was driver for Sgt. McTaggert and left the war due to wounds incured at Bau Bang in late June of '67.

So good to see all the familar faces from past reuions and also all of the FNG's at Branson. My wife and I look forward to Fort Knox for the troop reunion and the A troop get together in St. Louis next year.

This is my e-mail address if anyone cares.
millers33@charter.net June 21, 2009 0 24.236.160.173 dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com glad i went to Branson, had a good time meeting old friends and see new ones. hope to see more of my BIA in Ft Knox. I hope the deer stay off the roads, one ran in the side of my car the day we left. Stay safe,walk softly and carry a big stick if you have to. June 19, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Fred Choate Conyers, Ga fchoate4@earthlink.net After 12-15 years searching for info on a buddy that was KIA in '71, I found all my questions answered at Big Sky two years ago and Branson this year. Thanks "B" Trp 3rd Plt. You guys are great! Thanks Gilbert, Stoney, Tim for getting the ball rolling on the hunt and the rest of you for your support since then and the closer for me. So many others I met at both reunions that made me feel like brother. God Bless you all.
Fred June 19, 2009 0 66.245.96.46 Gilbert Cuevas Phoenix,Arizona lilyausa@yandex.ru We had a great time in Branson.I got to see four of my BIA that I have not seen in 38 years,and four I have not seen since Big Sky.I can't tell all of you how much the 3/5cav org. means to me.Thank You B.I.A. for all your help.
B-Trp.3rd.Plt.1970-1971.
LT.Drumgole I Have your boonie hat you left behind when you were dusted off in Jan.71 so if you want it back contact me.Beware of the Yellow square! June 18, 2009 0 68.28.41.227 Frank Kelson Seoul Rep Korea morseop@kornet.net Wow! Many familiar names this time. Sorry to hear about Lt Pitts demise, now a retired Colonel. He was my platoon leader the night of the ambush down the road from Evans at Phong Diem. It was a night to remember Feb 69.

What in blazes is this administrative garbage and
To contact another black knight on the guest book.

Frank
A21 June 17, 2009 0 121.162.45.201 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Wow what a reunion. And all the FNGs June 15, 2009 0 75.109.232.55 Tom Bergen Brooklyn NY Living in CA perfectlucidrain@hotmail.com Hello everyone I'm the son of a Vietnam Veteran by the name of John T Bergen. I have been doing some research for him on the website for information about the time that he was there 68 to 70. He was an APC driver. If anyone can help me a bit about information for him please e-mail me at perfectlucidrain@hotmail.com June 13, 2009 0 76.227.137.52 John Dolan leesburg fl now ny then missing_link1@msn.com hey guys how do you reach out when I hit contact it askes for a adm. code I don't have one how do I get one? i've seen a few guys that were in b Trp around same time as me 6/67 to 8/68 but I can't contact them well here's my e-mail missing_link1@msn.com June 12, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 cosimo d maiolo tampa fl cosmod@live.com served 3/5 cav quang tri 1971 till we stood down, shipped to the 101st till march 1972 came home..... June 10, 2009 0 65.32.202.161 fonley allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net CHARGEEEEEEEEEEEE! June 10, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net I'm sorry to pass on the word that john calior A
trp 2nd plt (26 ) from Aug 68 to Aug 69 passed away on May 4th of pancreatic cancer.If you want to know more see me at the Reunion June 8, 2009 0 72.51.192.121 Randy Capek Milligan Ne rlcapek@hotmail.com HHT 11-67 to 3-68 B- troop 4-68 to 11-68 medic on 26 and 22 track and driver of medic track {Abortion} Oct 68 anyone that was on these please contact me. I will be at the reunion June 7, 2009 0 24.246.211.103 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net HI William Simmons, I just remembered something. Was that you who got the M88 stock in the river near Khe Sanh. June 7, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 John Dolan leesburg fl now ny then missing_link1@msn.com Hi guys I served in B trp 3/5 cav from july 67 to Aug 68 damn I miss you guys but hell can't remember most names am too late to make the reunion but if you remember me reach out hope all are doing good john June 7, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 Ray Coe Kennett Square, Pa. ray_coe@hotmail.com I am looking forward to seeing you at the reunion! I hope to meet many of the brave guys who manned Sheridans! How did we ever survive those damn things? Remember- we were the 'unwilling, led by the unqualified to do the unnecessary' and still did a hell of a job.
I served with three cavalry units in Nam, but my #1 allegiance will always be the 3/5 ! June 5, 2009 0 69.253.52.94 Donald Chmiel Detroit Michigan tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I was in nam from Nov 68 Nov 69 A troop I was on 13 track most of the time I work out of Camp Evans. Would love to hear from someone during that time from 1st platoon.Am sorry I can not rember names,faces I have a better shot at it.WELCOME HOME'''''' June 1, 2009 0 24.192.171.49 Larry Reiche Jr. Montecito, Ca. lerckr@cox.net Was a Medic with HHT, 3rd/5th, in Feb.68 and then transferred to 'A' trp. until Jul. 68, when discharged. Bearcat until, I believe Mar. & then boat trip to Da Nang. Then North, clearing roads to Bastogne. Crossed river in North for night action. Also at Wunder Beach, Quang Tri. Wounded at Bastogne during road clearing. Was there, at Bastogne, when Westmoreland visited. Rode Track 13 most of the time. Cannot recall names except 1st name of Lt. "Lawrence".Big fire fight at Bien Ha, in Mar. or Apr. 68. Anybody out there remember me? May 31, 2009 0 98.182.16.187 Rick Harper HHT Flame rick48@cablelynx.com Dusty--got your email address and will be in touch. May 31, 2009 0 170.94.189.236 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com for all to see my email address. use it if u must to contact me
bendusty@msn.com
I was in the flame platoon riding high on top of napalm Oct 70 to Nov 71
Branson here I'll be there May 29, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com message to dicky Harper flame platoon HHT 3/5 Cav I've been looking for u for years. Feel free to contact me. that is if i dont contact u first. Ill be in Branson I am sure u remember Phil Lavender, rudy from MD, and a few others i can name. May 28, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Billy Smith Mary Esther Fl kf4rro@embarqmail.com I am one of the boat people. 1966-67 with 1st plt C TRP. James Shouse Please contact me @ kf4rro@embarqmail.com I was on the same tank with you, you were the gunner, I was the Driver. I will be visting my Mother at Stover Mo and will try to come over to Branson on the 12th.
Billy E. Smith SGM USA Retired May 27, 2009 0 67.235.145.83 Russell Dillow Florida Ivaston@msn.com I serverd with 'A' troop 1/68 to 8/68 ...tank commander A19
'D' troop 8/68 to 1/69 ...door gunner c&c w/Maj. Brofer.
Wow its really been awhile, 40years already, I remember parts of it like yesterday, but alot of the names escape me. send me a mail if you remember me, ok? I was at Bearcat then went up north on boats to Hue, DaNang, Wunder Beach, The Ashau to many times ...then I went back south to 'D' troop at Dong Tam. May 26, 2009 0 71.99.34.48 Mike Cook Kentucky mwtjcook@insightbb.com Hello again brothers I would like to clear up something We want every Brother we can get to come to the Reunion, we also need as many as we can get to stay at the Radisson with the squadron. The rates and the Hospitality room and the Meeting rooms ,Dining rooms plus the pool and there open spaces that we use are part and parcel to the agreement with the Radisson. In other words by staying at the Radisson you will be supporting the squadron and it will be much easier to get the things we want and need for our reunion. That said if there are no more rooms available then by all means please find another hotel close by, but we should all try the Radisson first. I believe the Squadron has some Comp Rooms for the brothers that truly need them, I'm sure if you need help all that is needed is to contact your Troop Rep and they can contact the Squadron officers. Keep this in mind The dinner, the dance the cash bar and the dance floor, the DJ ,bartender, servers, Garbage pickup Ice cleaning the meeting rooms the setting up the meeting rooms. It is all part of our agreement with the Radisson, and we as a Unit need to do our part in supporting that agreement May 26, 2009 0 96.28.133.63 Fonley Allen Iowa LMAO, Rick. May 25, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Dave Grant B-Troop IOWA davegrant@mchsi.com To all new or late troopers who are wanting to come to the reunion. There are some motels close to the radisson with rooms alot cheeper the Red Roof inn, Days Inn, The RoseBud Inn is a mile away, I also have a SHUTTLE survice that the owner is a NAM VET that will give us a special rate for groops that want to go someplace in Branson. Look me up at the reunion for the phone number. HAVE A SAFE TRIP AND SEE YOU IN JUNE
DAVE GRANT B-TROOP REP. 515 2650761 May 25, 2009 0 75.170.213.120 Rick Harper HHT Flame Mr. Allen; don't you know that napalm in the morning smells like victory? May 25, 2009 0 170.94.189.236 Victor Gatica Davison, MI victorgatica@charter.net Forrest "Chrome Dome" Meyers just found me! I just heard about the reunion, my wife (Lydia) and I will try to make it.

I look forward to catching up with all of my brothers.

Vic May 25, 2009 0 24.231.214.61 William Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net I is here zipo. Whatever possess someone to ride around with 200 gals. of napom under their but I will never know. May 25, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Rick Harper Hot Springs, AR rick48@cablelynx.com HHT Flame Plt. 1971 Anyone else out there? May 25, 2009 0 170.94.189.236 Fonley Allen Ekkkkkkk I misspelled my own name. Leroy going to have fun with that one. May 24, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 eonley Allen Dunlap, Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Hello, William Simmons and Welcome Home Brother. There are 7 of us Black Knights in Iowa, 4 from 70 and 71 all from C troop. I was in C trp maintenance from June 70 to 71 and drove C82, then it was an XM806A1 VTR. Please E-mail me at fonley@iowatelecom.net so I can include you in the Iowa Brotherhood of the Black Knights mail list.
Where in Iowa are you? Most Black Knights here in Iowa are in the Des Moines area. Are you going to make it to Branson for the Reunion? May 24, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Cecil Merrill Smith Campbellsville, Ky roberta359@windstream.net I was in Viet Nam from Oct.1969-1970. Was in HTT Troop, and served mostly in Northern part near DMZ. Anyone there at that time, let me hear from you. May 23, 2009 0 75.90.137.79 William Simmons Iowa Wsimmons12@yahoo.com I was with HHT Recovery Section 70 - 71 when they went home. I stayed in V N and came home with the 101st Airborn. Glad to see the sight. I just heard about it. Won't be able to make the reunion this year. May 22, 2009 0 66.103.111.146 Richard Evans St. George, UT rde327@hahoo.com Hope everyone has a great time in Branson. We won't
be able to make the reunion this year, but will be looking forward to hearing where the next reunion will be held. A Troop 2nd Platoon. May 21, 2009 Y 0 71.219.145.32 Lloyd Edwards C Trp-1st Plt '70 lloydgedwards@msn.com Paul rebrovich told me that he talked to Gomer. I am going to try to call him tomorrow. May 19, 2009 0 63.226.196.27 Richard Block hopkinsville ky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hi Brad Amstutz
Hey I'm in Hopkinsville aso was in the 3/5th Cav A Trp. give me a call I might have known your Dad

270- 886-0748 or cell 1-272-839-51702 May 18, 2009 0 24.100.107.119 Carl White Jr NC cyclonicblade@yahoo.com I sent my father to this site he is a Black Knight Veitnam Era and i am very proud to call him my father he now goes to the reunions and i am glad to see he is no longer alone in his battles. thank u for having this site no man should continue the battle alone May 17, 2009 0 76.182.78.145 jimmy mishoe southcarolina jimmymishoe92@gmail.com i was in the 4th id in anke plakie vetnam frm june 70 to oct 70 iwas tranfered north to doagha we wore the 9th id patch stewart carr was my co we worked the rockpile hue way i was assinged to ctroop iwas on the sniperteam recon we caught rides on apcs or flew on huyes jimmy mishoe May 15, 2009 0 96.19.69.112 Brad Amstutz Ft. Campbell, KY bstutzy30@yahoo.com Dad served in 3/5 Cav in Viet Nam...just doing some checking. Im a SFC in 3-187th INF (Rakkasans) May 14, 2009 0 147.238.8.16 Dan Baranczyk Ripon Wisconsin kbarancz@charter.net A Troop 2 PLT 20,23 track 1970. See you in Branson. May 13, 2009 0 71.86.210.39 George H. Klenk "Chip" Fruita Co klenkiii@bresnan.net Retired MSG 1985. 3/5cav 1967, Viet Nam May 12, 2009 0 98.127.176.34 Stacy (Castro) Berardi Germany smber@hotmail.com When the old website existed, I was trying to get my dad, 1SGT Stephen J. Castro, to join. His health was failing, then I lost sight of the website. He has since passed. He was in A Troop from Nov 66 - Sept 67, according to the papers I found. Among those papers were the orders dated 29 March 67, for a lot of A Troop members, along with 13 or so D Troop members to receive the CIB. Also, have several pictures, but I don't know if I'd be able to get them out of the album without major damage, since they have been glued in place for so many years.
He did tell a story about the monkey biting someone's ear, and the crew on his tank being told to get rid of the #### monkey. May 10, 2009 0 84.169.70.252 Dave Grant IOWA b-troop 68/69 TO ALL THE WIFES OF THE BLACKKNIGHTS
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY May 10, 2009 0 75.170.213.120 Don York Greenville, Oh dyork@woh.rr.com Great to hear from my brother, Dick Wandoff today. I only hope We are able to make the reunion( my first). Stay tuned. May 7, 2009 0 75.185.195.157 jerry patalano new york jerrypatalano@live.com this is for richhard wandoff i was looking at your pics and found my picture with rich siemanski i thought your name was familar would like to hear from you. i am a little slow with answering probably because i have a 11 year old also a 39 year old and a few inbetween May 7, 2009 0 24.47.77.126 Bob Parks Baltimore, MD roberteparks@comcast.net A Troop, 2 plt, 20 track, 1969-1970. Looking forward to Branson reunion. May 4, 2009 0 68.49.76.246 Anthony Kominiarek North Carolina akominiarek@ec.rr.com Looking forward to the reunion May 3, 2009 0 65.184.134.242 John Wisniewski Krum.Texas wsnws2000@yahoo.com Iwas with HHT.3/67 to 3/68. I was a medic .I'm so glad to see the site is there again.Welcome home my Brothers. I'm 61 now don't remember names anymore.I didn't mean to forget My Brothers who let me come home. May 2, 2009 0 4.225.169.59 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Would like to get hold of Pat Fagen, I see he made an entry on March 20 2009. Hey Pat if you see this call me @ 859-986-2776 April 30, 2009 0 71.28.195.200 Art Macias Brea, Ca artmsr@yahoo.com This is a great site. I was with you guys from 67/68. So much time has passed don't remember names or faces anymore. April 28, 2009 Y 0 75.41.103.104 Richard Toledo Hilo, Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com I've been carrying around an inert, polished M-79 40mm shell casing since 1968. It has held pocket change, paper clips, etc. on my desks and has traveled 1/2 way around the world with me over the past 40+ years in more than a dozen moves. It is enscribed with the words "Big Kahuna". It was given to me by two members of the A Troop, M-88 crew - Miller and Kelly. Miller and/or Kelly, are you out there? April 22, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 Mike Cook C Troop mwtjcook@insightbb.com This is just a reminder to all C Troopers if you are planing on attending the 2009 Reunion in Branson we need you to let us your C Troop Reps know about it if not you will not have a C Troop Name Tag watting for you
Your Brother
and Rep.
Mike Cook --- mwtjcook@insightbb.com April 19, 2009 0 96.28.133.63 james williams gainesville tx williams.james890@gmail.com new e mail wuikkiams.jamest890@gmail.com April 18, 2009 0 74.193.98.179 john knight green valley,il johnknight4491@yahoo.com I have always been very proud of all military personal. Have many friends who were in VIETNAM AND ONE ESPECIALLY GOOD FRIEND. WHOW,WHAT AN AWESOME WEB SITE. April 14, 2009 0 70.194.95.149 Charles "Mike" Davis Winston-Salem, NC mikedavis@triad.rr.com Welcome home all, B Troop Jan 68-69, Bravo Five-niner M-113 TC after John Leonti. April 14, 2009 0 75.183.71.22 Dave Lukoskie Placer County, Ca. mudwhumper1@yahoo.com Great website. I served w/ C troop, 3/5th Air Cav in '76---'77. Had a great tour w/ those guys. Damned fine pilots. Did some rewarding SAR work while with them boys. Garry Owen!! April 14, 2009 0 65.78.139.175 DAVE GRANT B TROOP 68/69 IOWA TROOPERS HAVE A HAPPY EASTER AND HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU IN IN BRANSEN THIS JUNE. April 12, 2009 0 75.170.215.143 craig para texas daboyzez22@yahoo.com ignacio miranda yes iknew your dad,please feel free to call at 830 223 7026. I live up at canyon lake tx. April 11, 2009 Y 0 70.115.243.119 Rick Coolbaugh Amherst, OH raddad2@gmail.com Wow, what a great meeting place, thanks to Mike Cook & all for what they've done trying to get us back together! Feb 68 - Aug 68, 2nd Platoon with Sgt Sam Cyrus, Carl White, Bill Souza, Frank Perrin (?), Ron Farber, Larry Coolbaugh, Spanky" Dement, and many many more...been a long time hasn't it? I'll be fback and lookin for more familiar names. "Welcome Home"...is good. April 10, 2009 0 72.69.99.179 JOHNNY HELMS D TROOP 3/5 CAV jhelms1534@charter.net i flew crusader cobras in apr 1970 to apr 1971. I KNEW SUFFY SMITH (B TRP) AND (MILTON FORD) ATTENDED A LOT OF PARTIES AT A TROOP WITH MORILLA GORILLA BITING THE COBRA ROTOR BLADE THAT SERVED AS A BAR COUNTER. April 9, 2009 0 24.107.169.28 james shouse Martinez, Ga jshouse.shouse@gmail.com I am very interested in hearing from any 11E's that were in c trp in 1967. April 7, 2009 0 68.220.87.146 Lloyd Edwards C Trp 1st PLT '70 I want to add Jim Murray to my list. April 6, 2009 0 63.231.59.186 Jim "Hawkeye" Murray Ormond Beach, FL jmurray116@cfl.rr.com Hello to all "Cheetahs", especially '70 and '71
Alimni. Hope the years have been kind to all of you. Welcome Home ! April 4, 2009 0 97.104.2.155 Lloyd Edwards Bellevue, WA lloydgedwards@msn.com ....... Flores, I think from Arizona

I especially want to see you. Did you get the Silver Star? Should have been the Medal of Honor. You saved us from being overrun. When I crawled to the East end of the NDP, you were the only one in that area who was capable of fighting. You were firing your M-60 with a badly wounded arm and asked me to load it for you. Then you said to me "God-dammit Lt. get out there and fight." We were still taking small arms and RPG fire. It seemed like the whole world was exploding and you kept on fighting. I was told by a nurse the next morning that you had lost a foot. A lot of abandoned NVA gear was found right in front of your position, not far from our wire. I hope your friends and family know what a hero you are. I do. April 4, 2009 0 63.229.16.96 Lloyd Edwards "16" "Fuzz" 1st Plt C trp '70 lloydgedwards@msn.com With the reunion coming, I am thinking a lot about the guys that I served with that I haven't seen since 'Nam. Please contact or just show up at the reunion. Some people I only remember nicknames, more names will come to me:

Carlos Kiser
AB Albritton
Paul Ingle
"Gomer" from southern Missouri
Sgt. Lionel Parker
Paul James "Animal"
Gary Sprauge from Santa Cruz
Sgt Gibbons
.... Schlagle "Igor"
....Pierpont (sp?) "FO"
....Rondon

People that I have talked to who I would really like to see again:
Greg Curtis
Quinten Boggs "Swampy"
Randy Heber
Jim Sullivan
Paul Rebrovich

Post is getting too long, more later. April 3, 2009 0 63.229.16.96 Jeff Alpert Los Angeles, CA heyJSA@ATT.net Looking for Vernon Lovely, my gunner from B troop, 1970. 'Loaned' him to a 'shake-and-bake' 551 TC for a 'demonstration' shoot and the TC held the trigger down and the second the breech spun shut the gun went off and smashed Lovely's skull... April 3, 2009 0 76.216.243.100 Rich Castle Memphis, TN - Hot Springs, AR rcastle995@aol.com Just turned 65. Was with HHT TOC S-2 section, arrived at Bearcat January 1968 departed Dong Ha March of 1970. Have memories and pictures, some film,(packed away) of Blackhorse, Tet, DaNang, Cua Viet, Dong Ha, Rock Pile, Vandergrift, Quang Tri, April 68 Squadron CP sapper attack, Wunder Beach (typhoon, flood, rats, & flies), SSG John Thiele, 1LT John Di Napoli, Night Hawk operations, Camp Evans, HWY 547,FSB Blaze, Charlie Brown, Ashau, Rendezvous, Veghel, Eagle's Nest, Ruong Ruong Valley, remember some faces, some names, others have faded from memory. Would enjoy hearing from anyone from that time. April 3, 2009 0 66.21.202.183 chuck orr hubbard ohio mkultra69@mail.com I was with the 8th Bn 4th Arty Camp JJ Carroll 69-70 On Feb 25th 1970 we went on an artillery raid in support of the 3/5. I'm looking for an after- action report. It was called Task Force Bradberry and my units operational report states that a complete after-action report was forwarded to higher headquarters. I would appreciate any help Thanks March 31, 2009 0 142.217.135.201 Hank Davis North Carolina hank-davis@embarqmail.com I ran float yd. at Bearcat 1967 with 9th ID. mostly replaced 113's for 2/47 mech & 11thACR but sure i sent some to 3/5. i just don't know much about them except that during TET all but D Troop shipped out up north under command of 1st Cav. is there a site with 3/5 Vietnam history? Thanks March 26, 2009 0 71.52.246.213 Bob Hill Englishtown NJ bobhillr2k2@aol.com Hey, I was with D Troop 3/5 1968 infused from 11th ACR 1967.
Nice site keep up the good work.
Allons BIA March 24, 2009 0 24.187.29.231 John Milton Saint Charles IL jcm1949@att.net I was with HHT Birddogs from APRIL 69 TO April 69 March 24, 2009 0 99.53.212.11 Sherwood Dickie Puyallup, Washington oldrock69@msn.com Troop C, November 68 to October 69: Hq Platoon--Troop Clerk; then 1st Platoon, Tank 17 (if my memory is right). Just checking in. Great and Wonderful changes to website. I am looking forward to seeing all Troopers (who attend) in Branson. Hope Ron Q. is completely healed from his surgery.
All you guys working on this website are doing great work. Sherwood, AKA: SGT Rock. March 23, 2009 0 71.217.120.196 Richard Bloc ft campbell ky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hi Pat i'm only 62 miles from you maybe we can have lunch some day A/trp 3/5th 67/68 March 22, 2009 0 24.100.107.119 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net Hello to everyone. Was with B troop 3/5th from FT Riley till September '68 March 20, 2009 0 74.179.35.63 Gary Turner Monroe, Mi tamelm@hotmail.com Was in Vietnam from '69 - '70. Was in A troop 2nd platoon, was on 22 24 and was TC on 26 with Lt. Macandlis. Has anybody seen/heard anything from Gobo? I think he is from Cleveland, Oh. Also, the same goes for 1st Sgt. Franks.

This is a GREAT website. Can't wait to see you all at the reunion in Bronson, Missouri! March 17, 2009 0 68.21.46.113 Robert Ebbe Minesota kevinca@centurytel.net I am writing for a freind from work Robert Ebbe
He trained Fort Knox Armor
C company
Troop C 3 sqdn 5 cav-9th infantry
Was in Vietnam Feb 68 to Feb 69
HQ Mekong Delta
First Camp was Bearcat
Then Eagle March 17, 2009 Richard Edde I Tryed to contact you but the email address is bad my e mails are returned please contact me at mwtjcook@insightbb.com or Call me at 502-969-9202 Mike Cook 69.29.233.92 Steve Kirkland Southgate, Mi kirk48@comcast.net I'm an old D trooper from 68-69. Don Callison added a post on his Lighthorse web site telling everyone your site was back up and running. Good to see it. March 16, 2009 0 98.224.132.83 Don Callison DTroop warwagon14@earthlink.net Great looking website guys!
Congrats on keeping it going.
Scouts Out! March 15, 2009 0 71.43.66.62 Roger D. Swayne MI. rogerdonna@hotmail.com We live in hawaii, my wife and I, been on Oahu 20 plus years,lived in New Mexico for 5 years, I was with A Troop 1967
Send us an e-mail, Thanks rogerdonna@hotmail.com March 15, 2009 Y 0 75.85.141.250 David G. Boyd Falmouth, VA k9mx@cox.net Can anyone send me the details on the Branson Reunion? Thanks.

k9mx@cox.net March 14, 2009 0 70.177.182.92 Terry Leading Akron Ohio cappytee@aol.com I was with C-Troop 1st platoon from 67 to 68. Wish I could put names to the faces I see. It's been a while. March 13, 2009 0 76.211.12.234 Richard Toledo Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com Thank God Harper. Hope all is well with you. March 13, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 LARRY HARPER OHIO harpla@sbcglobal.net LT. TOLEDO, SAME LARRY HARPER STILL HERE AFTER 18 MONTHS IN VARIOUS HOSPITALS FROM TET. I THINK I REMEMBER YOU COMING TO SEE ME AT THE 93RD EVAC IN LONG BINH. GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU AND THANKS FOR HELPING ME. March 12, 2009 0 75.19.118.18 Richard Toledo Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com David, good to hear you are still around. I was beginning to think there were few or none of us pre-TET troopers still here. I see Larry Harper's name here somewhere too, if that's the Harper I'm thinking about. March 12, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 DAVID SMITH SUPERIOR, WI lindave710@yahoo.com I WAS WITH 2ND PLATOON A TROOP FROM DEC 67 TO APR 68. I WAS WITH LT. TOLEDO DURING TET WHEN OUR TRACK (23) WAS HIT BY A RPG AND BURNED UP IN BEN HOA. I ALWAYS WONDERED WHAT HAPPENED TO LT. TOLEDO AND AM GLAD YOU MADE IT HOME OK. March 10, 2009 0 71.13.20.11 Dennis Utt Bakersfield CA utterosa@earthlink.net For those having a problem with flights - try booking into the Springfield/Branson airport. It's about 40 miles from Branson. I'm flying from LA to Dallas, and from there on to Springfield, Mo. Also had a problem with the Branson Tourism Center. Called three times before they faxed the required form, but finally got a confirmation. March 9, 2009 0 76.220.236.149 Roy Alcala Baghdad, Iraq RHAlcala@aol.com Greetings Troopers, one and all, including E-Troopers! Looking forward to seeing all of you at our Branson Reunion! Black Knights! Roy Alcala, President, BIA March 8, 2009 0 203.80.182.115 Richard Toledo, Jr Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com I was the FO with A Troop - Capt Windsor Ward was our CO - from about Aug 67. I took over 2nd Plt around Nov/Dec of 67 and remained till TET. I had a branch transfer in Jan 68 while recovering from a few scratches at Bearcat and did the rest of my tour with a Trans unit out of Long Binh. March 6, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 H. Dusty benach Lebanon PA bendusty@hotmail.com any members/too all/ mainly east coaster trying to get to branson......
trying to fly into branson area is hard from philly, baltimore, harrisburg prices are higher then normal at this time. it seems to be easier to drive the 16 hours then fly the almost 8 hours to get there. is any one else having problems getting there by air. I was under the assumtion that the Branson Airport was suppost to be open in March 09 no flights are available commercially as of today. open for suggestion please contact me directly at my posted email address. thanks March 6, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Jim Ferguson WV jimferguson@citlink.net has anybody had any trouble getting confirmation back about your reservations for the room at the Radison? ive contacted the booking agent 2 times & still havnt got anything back. March 4, 2009 0 74.34.129.187 BOB WENMAN WAS MICH. NOW FL mbwenman@aol.com 3/5 cav..DEC 68-july 69... A-TP 1ST PLT.I CAN'T REMEMBER YERY MANY NAMES ...I WISH I COULD...IF ANYONE REMEMBERS ME ... I WOULD LIKE TO SAY HI... BOB March 4, 2009 0 96.254.121.171 dennis whitman mt olive, nc dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com Hey Mort Rothenhoefer,
I think your right about my dad. I understand he was a platoon sgt. with A troop on tank A37 from May '68 to May '69. He passed away in Dec. of '73 about 6 months after he retired from the army. I've got a picture somewhere of him in front of his tank and track 35 with a bunch of the guys around him. If I can find it I'll try to get it posted. Glad to hear you got back and I hope all has been well for you.
Dennis Whitman February 28, 2009 0 69.134.47.107 Bob Carter Australian Army Ret trinhsat6@bigpond.com Does anyone remember the Santa Fe operation in Nov / Dec 1967 when the Australian Infantry supplied close infantry support in the Thua Tich mountains for the 3/5 th. There are no Australian military records of the detachment. Any information would be appreciated. February 27, 2009 0 124.181.150.45 Craig Dennis Redmond, OR denniscb@bendnet.com I served with 2nd PLT, B TRP, from NOV '67 to JUL '68. Welcome home, brothers! February 26, 2009 0 66.178.155.169 David "Mort" Rothenhoefer South Bend, Indiana Welsheimerfuneralhome@yahoo.com Was with 3rd platoon 34 track with Doc Fitzgerald and tom Struchen both at Fiddlers Green. For Dennis Whitman I believe your dad was our Sfc. and was commanded of a tank. February 26, 2009 0 70.224.50.108 Rick Hocevar Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hi to Ray Settoon, & Paul Walsh Was in 2nd Plt 22 track Feb 70 to Arril 71 Looking for Dave Ventura and Charles Serrit February 25, 2009 0 70.121.186.201 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In Hondo46936@sbc.net For Bob Kinner, if you would like more information about the reunion, contact me at hondo46935@sbcglobal.net. Larry Sullivan,Vice-Pres Black Knights. February 25, 2009 0 76.214.146.211 Richard Bench Olathe, KS richbench@comcast.net The Reunion info is a little hard to find on the website. It is under Newsletters then Squadron News. Also in the mailout but not mentioned on the website is a MARCH 6 deadline for reservations. So Don't Wait!
Richard Bench
Spook3 D Troop Nov 67-nov 68
CWO2/OH23 Pilot February 24, 2009 0 69.254.235.170 Bob Kinner Blytheville Ar. bknnr@yahoo.com I would like to know more about the reunion in Branson.Could anyone send me any information?
C-Troop 70-71. February 24, 2009 Bob,
If you could provide me with your mailing address, I will send you the information regarding the Branson Reunion.
Tom Kell Black Knights Treasurer
My address is 7686 4th Street
Amherst, WI 54406
Phone me at (715)824-5099
e-mail Address is tutone@wi-net.com 216.163.20.146 Gary Stewart Senoia, GA stew1001@yahoo.com Hi, B Trp then HHC in 68'. Led the original parade north to support those Jar Heads at Da Nang. Then on to stops leading to Wonder Beach. Plan to make this years reunion, see you there.

Mustang Six Oscar.. February 24, 2009 0 192.188.205.106 Ron Farver Newry, SC rfarver48@aol.com 2nd platoon, C Troop, Feb.'68 to '69. Wounded along Highway 1, 30 April '68, returned from hospital to rear detachment in Bear Cat as Supply Sgt. Loader for Sgt. Seaman, then Sgt. Sam Cyrus on Tank 25. February 23, 2009 0 98.71.151.90 Dan (Chief) Davis Michigan cadadavis@charter.net looking forward to seeing old friends in Branson.
fng: Dan Davis C-30 Mortar section 68-69 February 23, 2009 0 24.247.232.216 John Osgood Lee Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net Hi, all. Nice to see this site up once again. John Osgood, B Trp, June '68 to Feb '69. Turned 66 last month and got my first SSN check. Have never been to a reunion but may try this time since it is here in Missouri. February 23, 2009 0 65.28.55.5 Gary Ellis Sacramento, CA kqql59@yahoo.com Great to see the site up and running again, I was in A Trp 2nd Platoon drove the 26 track for Lt. McCandlis, '69/'70, would like to hear from Greg McGary from Indiana, or Al Johnson from Cali. we were sent to the field together from HHT, 6/69, welcome home to all fellow troopers, I see a post from a Settoon from Louisiana, I remember you from our platoon. Hope to be able to make it to Branson! 26delta February 21, 2009 0 67.172.126.193 William Allen Iowa C 70-71 fonley@iowatelecom.net F L A M ON Dusty February 19, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 H. Dusty benach Lebanon PA bendusty@msn.com Hey guys looking forward to seeing everyone in Branson. I was with the Flame Platoon in HHT October 70 to November 71 Dong HA Quang Tri and Phu Bi till departed country. Hope everyone is ready willing to party on. Also hope to see some old friends from reunions past. February 18, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Larry Sullivan hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers,if any of you have any info on the following troopers, please contact them or me. These troopers all had their newsletters returned due to no current address. I would like to contact them and advise them of our reunion.

Richard Blakeley
Charles Brainard
Bradley Cameron
Robert Decker
George Garrity
Angelo Grills
Steve Guiseppe
Tracy Hawkins
Sam Heard
Frank Hinnegan
Daniel Hundson
Bob Kinner
Carl Klein
Marvin Langley
Jerry Maxey
Michael Onco
Charles Ray
Richard Rand
Danny Rowland
Cecil Smith
Clark Toler
Terry Vaughn

Thanks, Larry Sullivan BIA
Black Knights Vice-Pres February 17, 2009 0 76.214.146.211 Larry Sullivan A Troop hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers,if any of you have any info on the following troopers, please contact them or me. These troopers all had their newsletters returned due to no current address. I would like to contact them and advise them of our reunion.

Richard Blakeley Charles Brainard
Bradley Cameron Robert Decker
George Garrity Angelo Grills
Steve Guiseppe Tracy Hawkins
Sam Heard Frank Hinnegan
Daniel Hundson Bob Kinner
Carl Klein Marvin Langley
Jerry Maxey Michael Onco
Charles Ray Richard Rand
Danny Rowland Cecil Smith
Clark Toler Terry Vaughn

Thanks, Larry Sullivan BIA
Black Knights Vice-Pres February 16, 2009 0 76.214.146.211 richard duncan reynolds ill. budking1@winco.net hi, tank 28 b troop 70-71 February 16, 2009 0 74.206.62.174 steve salins Illinois steves@surfbest.net Missed entering last name on previous post. February 15, 2009 0 4.254.79.122 steve illinois steves@surfbest.net C trp. 67-68 3rd platoon, 1st platoon, Lt. Fowler,s jeep driver, NCOIC rear detachment Bearcat during TET and troop operations sergeant when we we headed up north to Quang Tri and points further north. February 15, 2009 0 4.254.79.122 Ray Coe Kennett Square, PA. ray_coe@hotmail.com I am really looking forward to the reunion. I hope B Troop Third Platoon members, 1971, will try to get to it too. February 14, 2009 0 69.142.194.180 Roger Dave Davignon Acushnet, Ma. rog02743@yahoo.com I was with the 3/5 in Vietnam from Jan-67 to Jun-67 then I was went to the 4th Div.I was the left gunner and mine sweeper for Alpha 25.
I like to say Hi and Thanks to a great group of troopers I served with.

Sgt Wilson, Normand Kelly, Larry Harper, Joe Fontana, and Medic Dave Metcalf. February 13, 2009 0 71.184.38.172 Ignacio Miranda Texas imiranda32@yahoo.com Dis anyone know my Dad? SFC Gilberto V Miranda USA Ret. His first tour was with 3/5 Cav D troop 1967. He apart of Aero Rifle. I would really like to hear from any of you that knew him. February 12, 2009 0 12.69.65.2 Dave Grant IOWA B-Troop 68-69 Troopers I talked with Ron Q. today 5 hr. surgery went well He been up walking. will be going to rehab Friday. Call this # Thursday to talk to him. 850 505-7467. February 11, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 PEARL BRUHN WASHINGTON STATE pearlebruhn@msn.com WIFE OF RANDALL W BRUHN, WHO PASSSED AWAY ON 1-28-04 February 11, 2009 0 71.212.55.185 Psgt GEORGE R BROWN USA RET. TEXAS geokimbrown@yahoo.com Thanks to JOHN STENMO for giveing me your web site I was in AIR RIFLE PLT D TROOP 66 - 67 February 10, 2009 0 69.155.182.200 Richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hey Joe Husband don't think you remember me i was 23,21,26,27 then back to 21 just before I left A trp. sure hope you can make it this year.they'll be more from our time frame this time then any time before February 9, 2009 0 72.51.205.74 Bill Fidler Texas bfidler@charter.net enjoing the site ... great job to all involved...good to hear from 3/5 brothers... see you in Branson February 9, 2009 0 97.93.207.157 Dave Grant IOWA-B Troop TROOPERS RON QUEZADA IS HAVING HIP REPLACEMENT SURGARY TODAT LETS ALL WISH HIM A FAST RECOVERY. February 9, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 Paul Taylor Ankeny, Iowa pjtaylor@mchsi.com 3rd Platoon C Troop 70-71 February 4, 2009 0 12.216.123.234 Raymond Settoon Louisiana rsettoon@eatel.net I was in in Vietnam 69-70 with 3/5 February 4, 2009 0 70.169.65.242 joe husband washburn,mo kokopelli1841@yahoo.com was in A trp 67-68 was on the motor track served with ralph miller , estrada , and a fello from chicago named jablonski hope to make the reunion this year February 4, 2009 0 4.244.198.156 Don Stewart Gallatin, Tennessee dlstewart01@comcast.net Glad to see the site is back up. Was in the 3/5 Cav, C Troop Apr 4, 1969 through Mar 10, 1970, Wonder what ever happened to Davis, probably still stoned. Was in maintenance but spent most of the time in the field with every one else. Hope I can make to a reunion this year, February 3, 2009 0 69.180.199.83 Dennis Utt Bakersfield California utterosa@earthlink.net Great to see the site back up and running, and am looking forward to the reunion in Branson. A Troop, 2nd Platoon, 1969-1970. Was commander of 20 Track. Looking for buddies Bob Parks (from Baltimore MD); Gary Wallace (from Norfolk VA) and Jimmy Legrand (from Atlanta GA). February 3, 2009 0 76.220.236.149 Richard Block hopkinsville ky rwblock@newwavecomm.net wow looking great. was with 2nd plt 67/68 A trp
been to them all hope to see more fng's this time February 3, 2009 0 72.51.205.74 John Stenmo CA gruntjastenmo@yahoo.com You know, you've taken it upon yourselves by volunteering your time, knowhow, and talents and I want to thank YOU and ALL those that have contributed to this "New" website.
Great job!
John February 2, 2009 0 96.251.77.98 Rawlin E Hagan aka RED Beatrice Nebraska fhagan@windstream.net D trp 1-67 1-68 Spooks section leader,crewchief,door gunner. It's nice to see the Blackknight web site back up.Hope to see some D troopers in Branson this year. It seems 1967 just sliped out of sight January 28, 2009 0 98.16.180.43 Ron Gould mich Rag.2020@hotmail.com say brothers i was on 14 track 1st plt 69 70 i have some good pics get in touch. i checked i checked private post box yesterday January 27, 2009 0 24.192.57.223 david hall olnet tx bluehdgoose@yahoo.com i was with A troop from may to august 1970 i dont remember alot of my buddies names any more i just have pics i took while i was there mabey someone will remember me January 27, 2009 0 63.175.4.199 Ron Gould mich Rag.2020@hotmail.com hi all july 69-70 14 track 1st any remember me ? lets get in touch. January 25, 2009 Y 0 24.192.57.223 Dennis Whitman Mt. Olive, NC dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com Hey everyone,
I'm the son of SGT. Joseph A. Whitman who was with the 3rd/5th in Nam from May '68 to May '69. I've visited this site before but have been unable to find it again until just now. It's a great site and as much as I'm sure you guys who served love it it is also great for us who have loved ones (now gone) who served. I hope everyone is doing well and keep up the great work with the site. If anyone remembers my Dad, I'd love to hear from you.
Thanks,
Dennis January 25, 2009 0 69.134.47.107 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Just got on this page as I see it was upgrade. I was with A TRP 2nd Platoon 22 track with Dave Ventura and Charles Serritt. Want to say hi to Paul Welsh off of 29 track. Been a long time Will be doing the reunion in June in Branson MO. January 23, 2009 0 208.45.124.85 Richard Bench Olathe, KS richbench@comcast.net Along with Lt George Dyer I was the Warrant Officer Helicopter pilot attached to HHQ Troop from March to October 1968 Da Nang, Quang tri, Dong Ha and Wunder Beach. It seems the Thumbnails for the photo Gallery no longer link to the actual photo file. One inch photos are a little hard to see even with the bifocals. I have about 900 slides/scans of which two or three hundred at least are of Squadron activities at Blackhorse area in 67 & early 68, Blackhorse to Saigon during TET, Da Nang, Quang Tri, Hue, Dong Ha and Wunder Beach thru Oct 68. May try to make Branson if 1st grandchild arrival doesn't mess it up (due Jun 30)
"Spook 13/Warwagon 13" January 21, 2009 Im working on that as we type 69.254.235.170 ronald moody maine beau@suscom-maine.net i was a driver c troop 3rd on a tank for a wild then i was in hq. maint july 68 to july 69 my brother rodney was thair with me we went home togather January 21, 2009 0 207.5.195.218 Paul Walsh Atlanta GA paul.walsh@intownsuites.com A troop-29 TC 1970
Very nice site, welcome home January 21, 2009 0 12.30.216.138 Thomas Rothwell Org. Pittsburgh-Now-Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com WOW!!! Site is amazing. Great work by all involved.Give yourselves a pat on the back. 3rd Plt.C-Troop 66-67 Tc35 January 21, 2009 0 4.235.6.79 Dave Grant Des Moines Iowa B troop oct68/ davegrant@mchsi.com Randy do you rember Andy Harris Driver 13 or me I drove 21 January 20, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 Randy Gardner Hollywood Fl Randgard62@comcast.net B troop 1 st Platoon 1968-1969
good web site could use more pictures
Hi to Art Reynolds January 19, 2009 we can post your pictures all you have to do is send them to me at mwtjcook@insightbb.com in a jpeg format 12.118.203.14 Gary Phillips ( Short Round ) Tulsa ,Oklahoma shortroundnamvet@aol.com I look forward to seeing you all in June . The site here looks really great . You all take good care !! Short-Round ( and i'm on Facebook ) January 17, 2009 0 68.13.237.207 Jeff Alpert Los Angeles, CA heyJSA@ATT.net B troop tanker, 9/69 - 10/70. Anyone from 2nd or 3rd platoon still around? January 15, 2009 0 204.108.96.21 Ronnie (Ron) Yates Sandy Hook, KY eye1rony05@yahoo.com Mike and Staff, super job on site.I see 69-70 Crew of C 12 are on the list Jim Chafe Gunner, Joe Rosella Driv and me as TC. I ETS from Nam in Feb 1970. But came back in 73 and stayed for 20 more years. Working as a DA Civilian down at Ft Jackson SC. Hope to make the June trip. Black Knights. RY January 13, 2009 0 24.88.75.165 Ronald D. Harford killbuck ohio www.rlharford@embarqemail.com ctrp 3/5 cav sept.70-71, 1st platoon 11track
started on 16 switched with crew to 11 finish tour on it.
i talked with richard wandoff a few weeks ago on the phone good talk.
i was looking at the casualties list before, got into it again and Hebert Alton J. SFC 11 E 40 UNK 710719 status [unk] he was in c trp. January 13, 2009 0 71.53.55.8 Jerry Ball Oklahoma jball40@cox.net Look forward to Branson. 69-70 Thanks for this site and all the photos. January 13, 2009 0 164.58.180.22 Marvin Hayter Penticton, British Columbia, bugsys@shaw.ca Served in HHQ January /67 to November /67. Radio Repairman. Looking forward to the June/09 reunion. See you there.. January 11, 2009 0 24.70.100.230 Jim Szekely aka jimmyjimmy Clifton, NJ jimcarguy@excite.com Fantastic site !!! Troop A, 3rd platoon, track 39 4/70-3/71.
Still rockin in the USA. Hopein to make this reunion too. January 8, 2009 0 70.111.221.156 Hillard J. Wilson Travelers Rest, SC jessica_wilson@charter.net 3/5 Troop C Aug.'68- Aug.'69. My daughter just found this great website for me! January 8, 2009 0 71.85.118.162 Lloyd Edwards C Trp 1970 lloydgedwards@msn.com Nice Music, Mike. Thanks for what you do. Hope everyone is having a good New Year. January 7, 2009 0 65.102.140.65 james t williams texas jtwilliams21@msn.com good work January 7, 2009 0 74.193.98.91 Dave Grant B Troop 68/69 IOWA davegrant@mchsi.com See all troopers in Branson January 5, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 Richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net wow nice webb site hope to see ya all in june January 5, 2009 0 24.100.79.29 richard wheat manito,illinois richlinda@grics.net 68-69 c-trp track#22 driver,until going to maint January 4, 2009 0 75.204.218.125 jerry patalano long island new york jerrypatalano@live.com I served with c- troop nov 67 to nov 68.
tet boat trip the whole kit and kabooble.
welcome home everyone God 40 years have passed and we can't and won't forget January 3, 2009 0 24.47.77.126 Franc Reed Aurora CO francandjune@gmail.com Still looking for Spc 6 Dyerumple(not sure of the spelling), Sgt Cline from Wunder Beach and Spc Riddle who left in March of 68 I believe. If anyone remembers Bruce Martin from HHT (I don't remember what section) 67 and A Troop 67-68, He passed to Fiddlers Green on 03-26-08. He and David Mizell were close friends. Didn't know if anyone else remembered him or not. I ran into him by chance at the Denver VA as we both Waited or our prescriptions. Best regards. BIA Franc January 1, 2009 0 70.215.0.86 Larry Harper Ohio harpla@sbcglobal.net A Trp. '67-68' NICE TO SEE THE SITE ACTIVE AGAIN. THANKS January 1, 2009 0 75.24.10.34 Edward W. Brown III ebrown@lifebalanceins.com Happy New Year to all of the Black Knights and their famalies. My father was very proud to be one of your brothers. (SFC. Edward W. Brown Jr.)KIA 5/1/1967 January 1, 2009 0 98.27.136.17 LeRoy Jablonski Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Happy New Year. Web-Site looks good January 1, 2009 0 75.170.186.207 Michael Cook Kentucky mwtjcook@insightbb.com Happy New Year Brothers. We are still working on the website and will keep updating it as we go. January 1, 2009 0 96.28.133.63 willian Fonley Allen Iowa C 70-71 HAPPY NEW YEAR December 31, 2008 0 69.66.134.223 Richard J. Wandoff "C" Troop 68'-69' rwandoff@bellsouth.net We are looking for all 3/5 brothers from Vietnam. Please contact Michael Cook or me so that we have current contact information for our roster. December 31, 2008 0 74.225.77.173 Michael Cook Kentucky mwtjcook@insightbb.com test 1 December 31, 2008 0 96.28.133.63 caroleen new yok caroleta29@yahoo.com So very proud of the Black Knights. December 6, 2012 0 0 66.87.108.73 tom jurco california tommygun@pacific.net Hi Art, not sure if you remember me. I was on track 22. Al Payton was the T/C. Willie was our driver. I have some of the same photos you posted. Do you know when the t-shirts will be mailed. Talk to you later, tj December 3, 2012 0 0 38.110.184.40 Michael Lavender San Francisco bay area mikelavenderphll@yahoo.com Mike lavender , I was a boat person . C Troop on tank 32 66-67 and I worked on some of the tracks . I didn't know this page was here and I didn't know about all of the reunions. I have read all of the entrys and I found one name I can remeber Craig Yockey (we were friends). I was one of the ones that got infused to another unit I left in June , 25 infantry 69 armor in the highlands . If any one remebers me call (510-230-8507 . I'm going to try and contact Craig we are only hours apart . I'm glad I found this page . Cav forever . December 2, 2012 0 0 98.248.192.44 Albert E Thacker "Funky" Virginia...now Kansas jailhouse46@yahoo.com C Troop 1st platoon 3/5 Driver C 17 M48A3 66-67 One of the 'Boat People" USNS Upshur ... Bear Cat...Have contact with Billy Smith,Donald York,Jimmy Shouse,Johnathan Barrett. Still searching for Steve Wenzel,drove an M113 ..Scout Section ..went by the name of Mouse....God bless all my Brothers.If you remember me or just want to talk, e-mail anytime or text/call @785-304-2650. December 1, 2012 0 0 184.2.99.239 Thomas R Strong Redding, CA lynette9289@yahoo.com I am looking for a brother. Lou(Lew) Bostic. Served in Vietnam in 1967 and 1968. He was a Spec 4 at the time and was my 113 driver. He was a great friend and I would love to hear from him.
We had a disagreement just before I left Nam and he has been on my mind ever since. November 30, 2012 0 0 68.189.35.25 Donald Chmiel Warren;Mich. Tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I was thinking how great it is to be back in the world.I hope we never forget our Bothers" thanks all for making this a great country.LOVE ALL October 15, 2012 0 0 24.192.171.49 Art Reynolds oxford new york 4sassy@frontiernet.net just had breakfest,got to thinking i dont miss the stuff they fed us in the field. :o October 14, 2012 0 0 70.100.205.112 dusty benach lebanon, pa bendusty@msn.com t-shirts orders being taken get your in via form and snail mail for 2013 reunion in colorado springs; hope to see you there. i would like to get the first part of the order in by late october. i was in hq troop flame platoon 70/71 support our effort to have a good time September 22, 2012 0 0 75.75.154.17 ROBERT WILLIAMS MARTINEZ,CALIFORNIA stromin212@gmail.com 3/5 WAS LEAVING Dong Tam in July 68 HEADING NORTH. September 13, 2012 0 0 24.4.165.206 Fonley Allen Dunlap, Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Welcome home Michael J. Marx. My name is Fonley Allen I was in the C trp. Maintenance section in 70-71. I drove the recovery vehicle. there are 4 of us C troopers here in Iowa. Same time frame. Myself, Paul Taylor, Stanley Skinner, Bobby Rodriquez. September 5, 2012 0 0 69.66.133.12 richard block kentucky winfield@twc.com Hi John yes thats me still kicking glad you found us and that you are joining our asso. you'll have a great time seeing some of the old guys that you was with in Nam.see ya next year August 30, 2012 0 0 72.51.197.23 Michael J. Marx Elk plane WA mj151m@aol.com C troop 3rd plt.track 33 1971 August 29, 2012 0 0 24.19.114.57 dusty benach lebanon, pa bendusty@msn.com to all troopers t shirts are ready to order for 2013 reunion at colorado springs order forms should be in the news letter. order forms are also on the facebook page ill be glad to send you one thanks 18942 August 26, 2012 0 0 75.75.138.79 John Hannaman Long Beach CA jshhmh@roadrunner.com Richard Block, were you the staff sargent? If so, I remember you. All the names are blurry after all these years. I just mailed in my application to join so perhaps we will meet one of these days. August 25, 2012 0 0 76.174.238.56 George Gallegos ogden,utah georgegallegos1951@hotmail.com i was with c/troop 3/5 cav. 1971 dong ha quang-tri. August 22, 2012 0 0 65.130.210.49 richard Block kentucky by the way of michigan rwblock@newwavecomm.net John Hannaman I think I was still in charge of the 2nd Plt when you join the Plt at wonder beach? August 16, 2012 0 0 72.51.197.23 Fonley Allen Dunlap Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Welcome home John, I hope you can join us in Colorado Springs in 2013. August 7, 2012 0 0 69.66.133.12 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net The first platoon of B Troop, 1966-68, mainly boat people from Ft Riley, will be linking up in Bozeman, MT for our annual reunion. There will be nine brothers in arms along with wives. Two weeks from today. Sadly our numbers are growing smaller each year it seems. August 5, 2012 0 0 174.45.97.149 John Hannaman Temecula CA jshhmh@roadrunner.com I did not know this page existed until I ran into Darrel Asch on a cruise. I was TC of track 22 of A troop from July 68 until Jan 27, 1969 (my birthday is 1/28), when we were caught in the ambush on highway 1. Anyone remember? I was in 7th field hospital for 3 months. They were going to send my back, but night before I was to return I came down with my first bout of what I now know is Agent Orange reaction. I have enjoyed all of your pictues. Mine were all blown up when the RPG hit us. God, we were all so young...

I am glad you all made it back and that life has been good to you. August 5, 2012 0 0 76.174.238.56 Mike Cook C Troopers traveling to Gulfport for the C Troop Reunion please travel safely and we will see you there.
Mike & TJ :!cool: :) August 5, 2012 0 0 74.138.88.168 Rodger Henry Memphis tn. rjdhenry@yahoo.com Hello C. Troopers, Looking forward seeing you guys in Aug. I was in country from Jan 68 to Jan69. July 17, 2012 0 0 98.159.25.163 Margaret Thompson Missouri mjthompson022944@sbcglobal.net Wow! I just came across your website and was stunned! My brother Jim (James E. Thompson) was a member of the Black Knights; he was killed on december 30, 1967 and I have always wanted to find out more information that we received originally. Thank you so much for this website and the information on the books that record some of the details of his service/death. July 16, 2012 1 0 198.209.31.1 Fonley Allen Iowa Fonley@iowatelecom.net May he reast well in Fiddlers Green July 12, 2012 0 0 69.66.133.12 Mike Cook I regret to inform you that our fellow "C" Trooper, Douglas L. Haydon, passed on to Fiddlers Green on June 25, 2012. Doug served in RVN from August 26, 1968 to August 26, 1969 and was a Tanker in the 3rd Platoon. Doug will be missed by the many B.I.A. that served with him during that period of time, as well as, the many B.I.A. that got to know him through our Squadron reunions. The last reunion that Doug attended was our reunion in Washington D.C. in 2005. In recent years, Doug has not in the best of health and lost his final battle on June 25, 2012. Our thought and prayers will be with him always. July 10, 2012 0 0 74.138.88.168 Fonley Allen: Dunlap Iowa Ekkkkkkkkkkkkk, my 'puter ate my "E" Added: June 12, 2012 Submitted by h.dusty benach lebanon pa aka detroit the t shirts for the 2013 reunion are in the works and hopefully will be available soon. design has been selected waiting on final art work from selected manufacturer and final costs of shirts. order forms will be posted for advance orders and possible mail services at an additional charge. thanks for your patients. Added: June 11, 2012 Submitted by Tom Powell I wanted to let you and the Squadron know that our brother in arms Richard Rindt passed on to Fiddler's Green Monday June 4th. Rick and I trained basic trainees at Ft. Leonard Wood together and went to Jungle School together then went to the 3/5 Cav together. Rick was assigned to HHT in Supply his entire tour(1969-1970). When Rick returned home he became a Special Agent with the FBI and had an outstanding career. I am sure that the guys in HHT that were in country from mid 1969 to mid 1970 will remember Lt. Rindt. I tried to get him to the reunions the last three years but he did not feel good enough to get out. Please let everyone know. Tom Added: June 8, 2012 Submitted by jimmy mishoe south carolina hello my brothers let me know how many are coming for eats and fishintrip thanks Added: June 5, 2012 Submitted by Randy Heber Merrill Mi Sorry Greg, I don't remember. Hope all is well with you. Added: May 31, 2012 Submitted by Tom Ford Oregon "CHARLIE HORSE" D/3/5 Quang Tri 70-71. Welcome Home to all of you. At the start of the Lam Son 719 Operation, "CHARLIE HORSE" became part of the SQ commanded by LTC Osborn. I was CH 26. This post is sparked by seeing a picture of Paul Schwiegerach on the front page of the "Oregonian" newspaper. Don't know the man but he looks sharp in the photo. He was partaking in a ceremony at the Vietnam Veteran Memorial. If any of you know him, google the paper and take a look at the Tues edition, 5/29/2012. Added: May 28, 2012 Submitted by greg curtis maine randy do you remember the name of our medic in the 1st c troop Added: May 28, 2012 Submitted by NE Ohio On this day when we publicly honor the memories of our fallen seek out the Gold Star families and offer them strength and comfort. God Bless those family members and their departed loved ones who sacrificed their lives that we might enjoy ours. 74.138.88.168Chuck "Mac'" McKenzie Name: Chuck "Mac'" McKenzie NE Ohio On this day when we publicly honor the memories of our fallen seek out the Gold Star families and offer them strength and comfort. God Bless those family members and their departed loved ones who sacrificed their lives that we might enjoy ours. DAVE GRANT IOWA TO ALL TROOPS
YOU HAVE ONE MONTH TO ORDER SHIRTS FOR THE LOUISVILLE REUNION. SEE ALL OF YOU IN JUNE AND HAVE A SAFE TRIP......DAVE April 3, 2011 0 97.125.130.122 Tom Stewart Washington State stewar2@comcast.net To Jim Jefferis - welcome to the group Jim. I was CO of A Troop while you were there. The LT, Kincer, was 3rd Plt Ldr. I was in the rear the night you were attacked - went to the hospital in Quang Tri and saw all of the wounded (6) and said goodbye to LT K who died shortly after I saw him. Hope you can attend the next reunion. March 31, 2011 0 76.28.166.160 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Anyone out there know where Billy Faith is? He was with A Trp 2nd Plt. He is from CA and his Bday is June 1950 March 29, 2011 0 208.45.125.243 Dave Hume Akron, OH btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com Glen Davis, haven't checked in for awhile and today I did. I can't believe I'm writing to you. I was beginning to wonder if I would find any of you guys. You were my right gunner (50cal), Dan French was the left gunner (50 cal) and Fred Windsor was our driver. I'm looking at a pic. of us that was taken 5/17/70 at Millock South on the DMZ. I remember Carl but not any others. Man I can remember when you were a cherry comming into the country and our first fire fight your M60 jammed. Damn its so good to hear from you. I often wondered if you guys made it home. I'll have Mike Cook place my pics on the web and then you can see how ugly you were . WELCOME HOME man. I'll call you this Friday @ 7:00pm your time. In the meanwhile, here is my web address: btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com. I'm so glad you made it home brother and I'll call Friday, 7:00pm 4/1/11. Take care.
Dave March 29, 2011 0 24.29.243.60 hugh smith pigeon Mi Gary I was on 29 track in 70-71, with guy hilden ross franklen samual brown. My nickname was whitty March 28, 2011 0 66.211.83.25 gary egnatz (SLICK) toledo, Ohio smmom@bex.net i was in 2nd platoon black knight 1970-71 Dong Ha
drove tank and APC. Seen my pics on rick hocevar web on facebook. going to reunion in Louieville. Would love to hear you through email or 419-345-0156 March 27, 2011 0 72.241.200.123 Johnny Eaves Okla City eavesjohn@att.net I wish everyone good health and a long life. John Eaves Atrp 2nd platoon 3/5 cav 1968. March 26, 2011 0 76.198.252.42 John F Wood Las Vegas johnfp45@hotmail.com B troop 1971 medic with ? 3rd plt. D troop or ??? 1972 Have some pictures of a rescue I did wit 2 others of the pilots of a down cobra. Do not know how to get them on site. Have many other pictures,from B trp, but do not know how to post them. March 25, 2011 0 72.193.164.73 LARRY HARPER HUBBARD OHIO harpla@sbcglobal.net I was in A TRP 2nd platoon from Feb. 1967 to Jan. 1968. I was on track 25,does anyone have a picture of it after it got hit during Tet ? Also I want to mention that I will never forget Thomas Haggard K.I.A. March 20, 1967 at Bau Bang. I only knew him a few short weeks, but like I said i'll never forget him. March 20, 2011 0 75.19.115.93 DONALD CHMIEL DETROIT MICHIGAN tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I would like to know were are all 1st platoon troops? I was there nov 68 nov69,same as the rest names are hard,I was on 12 track,hope to hear from some 1st platoon troops,or any of my Brothers. March 19, 2011 0 24.192.171.49 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Just checking in to see if any troopers that served during my tour might be watching the guestbook. I served with 3rd Plt. A Trp. from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68. Been in contact with one trooper I served with, Ray Littman by phone and E-Mail but am hoping some others will notice and get in contact with me some day. I cannot remember names much anymore but still have alot of faces imbedded in mind. I will hope to hear from some of you, but if not I will always remember my time I spent with the best of all, troopers of the 3-5 Cavalry. March 18, 2011 0 63.207.239.114 Randall Gonterman Indiana wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com I just got my flag and it looked great. Did someone make a flag like the one on the web page 5 over crossed sabers 3. That would be an interesting one to have also. March 16, 2011 0 67.237.16.64 jim jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com a co. 2nd platon i think, oct 70 till may 71. remember sgt. wolfe, colinsworth,sgt. white, opie, chuckles, spookie sedolski,poncho. joined in with a platon on dewey canyon 2 on a hill by a huge mountion. behind or around kha son. lt. was killed by rpg. my tank was hit by rpg. opie, colinsworth were dusted off. anyone remember? killed 2 nva , 1 inside wire. March 13, 2011 0 24.94.97.16 Mark Schrupp Bettendorf Iowa Livtoroc4u@mchsi.com 43 years ago yesterday my cousin Billy's APC hit a landmine in Quang Tri Province Vietnam, 43 years ago today my cousin gave his life for this great nation. Five weeks earlier his unit received the Valorous Unit Award, 2 & 3 February 1968 in the battle of Xuan Loc, durng the Tet Offensive.You are gone but not forgotten RIP Sp4 E4 William Edward Lilienthal 2ND PLT, C TRP, 3RD SQDN, 5TH CAVALRY, 9TH INF DIV.

Please if anyone knew Billy or by chance has photos please contact me at Livtoroc4u@mchsi.com.....Thank you all for your service to our country and welcome home. March 12, 2011 0 173.22.5.118 Michael Hardin Mocksville, NC mdh69mrh@yahoo.com Hello, 1st I would like to thank you all for your service. The reason that I am posting this comment is because my father was in D Co. from Dec.69 to roughly May 71. He has always wanted to get in touch with the guys he served with. He is not computer savy so I have taken it upon myself to try to fing his Brothers in Arms. So if anyone on here knows James "Doug" Hardin, please contact me. He was in a Rifle company and I have heard him say "Doughboys" a number of times. Some of the names I can remeber hearing are Robert Flemming, Joe Forester, and Linwood Hope. I hope to get some sort of response. Thank you. March 3, 2011 0 66.44.243.205 J T Mohead Illinois midwest@iname.com Cannot recalled a lot,but I was with HHT co. & company C, 3/5 Cav from Nov 67 to July 68. I remember a ship transported us to the DMZ line. March 1, 2011 0 99.135.190.4 Tom Cowan California tcowan3@msn.com Just checking in. Haven't posted for a few years. I was in HHt all of '69 and about 19 days of '70. February 27, 2011 0 108.13.200.103 Joe Distel Pewamo, Michigan papa_ditty@yahoo.com I was HHT assigned to drive the Chaplain in the fall of 69 before being reassigned to the 1/61st. Spent most of my time while with the 3/5 at Dong Ha. February 23, 2011 0 69.98.205.130 Mike Cook Louisville mwtjcook@insightbb.com Brothers
Dewey Ponds has passed on to Fiddlers Green today Tuesday Feb 22 at 7:05 am, he had a series of small strokes that he could not overcome. Dewey will be at Hager Funeral Home 633 Bland St Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108. The Viewing will be Thursday Feb. 24 from 2pm to 8pm the service will be Friday the 25th at 2 pm.
Dewey was the brother we tried to get to the Williamsburg Reunion. Told me he would be at the Squadron Reunion, Dewey was a Tank Commander and Platoon Sargent with C Troop 1968-1969.
If you have any pictures of Dewey please e mail them to me at mwtjcook@insightbb.com and I will get them added to the Fiddlers Green pages on the web. February 23, 2011 0 74.141.156.153 David Narrow Colton, NY nkimble117@gmail.com I served with A Trp., 3 Plt. from April '69 to April '70 on track 32. Looking for Nino Trihillio (sp?) TC, Ernest Cole or any other troopers who served in this unit when I was there. I became TC on 32 later; my driver sustained a leg wound from a morter going up Hamburger Hill. I believe I had the best firin' 50 cal which came with a brand new track before going into the a/s valley.
I miss all of you every day. Please call me at (315) 262-2497. I'd love to hear from anyone from the 3rd plt. Thanks! February 22, 2011 0 68.238.86.149 Mike Buxton HHT Support Platoon 6/69-12/70 hht91@midmaine.com Would someone send me a picture of the patch with the Knight in full color February 21, 2011 0 184.91.18.19 Dewey Fambry The Colony Texas wolf380@swbell.net This is Dustin Donovan, Dannie's son. I know that we met at one of the Black Knights reunions in the past, however I would have been much younger. I wanted to write this to let you know I received and appreciated your kind words. My dad was extremely proud of his time in Vietnam, and as was made obvious to me in my life, it was because of the men he met and knew there and the experience they shared. He was always extremely excited as reunion time came close and loved to go and see all of you guys and wouldn't have missed one. I was unable to find anything that would have allowed me to contact more of his friends from Vietnam, so I was glad to see that at least you had found out so the word must have spread some. If you could please, if you haven't done so already, contact anyone you know that was also a friend of my dads. I know he would have liked more of you guys to know and it bothers me that I don't know how to get in contact with you all. Anyway, thank you again for your kind words and time. I will make sure that the Black Knights saying "IF YOU AIN'T CAV YOU AINT s***" is read at his memorial. I know that my dad definitely believed that! If you or any other Black Knights have any questions or anything, please feel free to contact me.

Sincerely,

Dustin Donovan
cell: 317-201-7440
email: dustinjdonovan@yahoo.com February 12, 2011 0 99.136.80.178 RICHARD BLOCK kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net for all you troopers that knew Danny Donovan from the bird dogs He passed away this last week end from cancer. may He rest in peace February 11, 2011 0 24.100.107.114 hugh a smith pigeon mi Does anybody know ware i can get 3/5 cav patches. I was in B-Troop, second plt 70-71. February 8, 2011 0 66.211.70.124 Dave Grant Iowa THIS IS A REMINDER TO ALL TROOPERS...THE DEAD LINE IS NEARING TO ORDER THE T SHIRTS FOR THE 2011 REUNION.IF YOU CAN'T MAKE THE REUNION AND WANT A SHIRT CONTACT ME DAVE GRANT B-TROOP REP.
(BE WEAR OF THE YELLOW SQUARE) February 5, 2011 0 97.125.130.122 GLEN DAVIS SACRAMENTO beerbellyharleyman@yahoo.com HAY RICK AND GARY SORRY I WAS IN B TRP.
WE CAN STILL TALK.
GLEN February 4, 2011 0 67.164.230.165 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota Hey Glen when I first got to the platoon I was on 26 we were just across the river from Cam Lo got to the platoon round Mar 10th 1970 Was only on the track for a few days then I was put on 22 as a gunner with Ventura, Serritt, Doc King and Maskey (TC) February 4, 2011 0 71.36.210.63 Gary Ellis Sacramento kqql59@yahoo.com HI Glenn I am in Sac also, welcome home brother, I was with A trp 3/5 2nd plt. May 69 to April 70, drove the 26 track for Lt. McCandlis, my TC Gary Turner, lots of names I forget, remember faces ok. Why we never crossed paths? Looking for Al Johnson, CA or McGary from Indiana. They were on 24 track I think. Will give you a call, 26 delta February 3, 2011 0 70.133.70.212 Tom Kell Black Knights Treasurer tutone@wi-net.com Fellow Troopers,
I have had many e-mails regarding purchasing a Squadron flag. Here is the information:

I will have about 100 flags at the Reunion, but, when they are gone, I will have to send them to you after the Reunion.
It's your call.
The Squadron flags are $15.00 plus the following;
Mailing charges on 1 = $3.00
2-4 = $4.95
These are good quality flags and should last outside on a flag pole for 3-4 years.
Please make check payable to: Black Knights
Send to: Tom Kell
7686 4th Street
Amherst, WI 54406
Best Regards, Tom Kell BIA
PS Just a reminder; If you have not sent your Membership dues in, please do so. The Organization cannot continue to have a Number #1 Website without your help. February 1, 2011 0 67.209.65.94 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers, if you are unable to attend our reunion in Louisville this June, but would like a reunion T-shirt,please check the T-shirt site on the website. Larry Sullivan-BIA, Black Knights Pres. January 31, 2011 0 76.213.222.38 ETHEL ISAACS WILLARDS, MARYLAND CATWOMAN1227@AOL.COM THANK YOU SO MUCH FONLEY ALLEN FOR SENDING ME THIS SITE ... MY HUSBAND ROY (Ike) ISAACS SERVED IN 3/5TH C TROOP 68-69 .... ROY PASSED AWAY OCT 24,2008 FROM BONE /BLOOD CANCER DUE TO AO ... HE ATTENDED MANY REUNIONS ,WAS AT THE 1ST IN FREDERICKSBURG . HE LOVED GETTING TOGETHER WITH HIS BROTHERS .. HE IS SOOOO MISSED !I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER I'M PART OF YOUR FAMILY ! PROUD MEMBER OF "E" TROOP ... I HAVE SOME PICS FROM NAM FONLEY ,HOW DO I GET THEM TO YOU ? ETHEL ISAACS January 26, 2011 0 173.19.208.227 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hey Glen, Rick here I was on 22 Trk 2nd Plt Feb '70 to April '71 was with Charles Serritt, Dave Ventura, Doc King, Ken Maskey (TC) Also had Mike Weekly, Ken Mayzich,Cline, Miller, Serna and Doc Thompson as the tour went on. e-mail is photoric09@msn.com January 23, 2011 0 71.36.208.83 Johnny (Hutch) Hutcherson Bear Cat - Dong Tam hutchdtp@millenicom.com Checking in - Door Gunner 68-69
Live Fredericksburg TX. :cool: January 22, 2011 0 75.199.231.37 GLEN DAVIS SACRAMENTO CA beerbellyharleyman@yahoo.com I was with the cav3/5 2plt track 25 with Dave Hume
from 1/15/70 12/26/70.names CARL CARLSON.STEVE WIMER.LIKE TO HEAR BACK FROM YOU GUYS.
CELL 530-559-3668.I been with the BLACKKNIGHT ORG
SINCE 1999.
GLEN January 22, 2011 0 76.114.25.186 Bob Kinner Blytheville Arkansas bknnr@yahoo.com Looking for Jerry Duffy
2plt Ctrp 1971 January 18, 2011 0 67.231.34.71 Scott Springdale, Arkansaws scott4724@aol.com Looking for Robert Cantu that also served with B Co 1/5th Cav January 14, 2011 0 72.204.67.200 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Bravo Trp, 1st plt,scout section leader '66-67. Looking for Vincente Becerril from California and any other members of 1st platoon "boat people." Hopefully will find a few more before the reunion in June. January 13, 2011 0 174.45.80.63 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com B Trp 1st Plt 1966 to 1967. Just checking in, we actually may represent the 1st Plt this june very well if all make it !!!! January 13, 2011 0 71.29.179.212 craig yockey fresno calif. John Burns I was with c-trp3/5th at that time . I have been in contact with Tom in the last year. would like to hear from you give me a call maybe we can recall some names together.559-2752091 there is a 3hour diferance in time. hope to hear from you. January 9, 2011 0 209.86.226.28 John Burns Tn. jbburns@charter.net I was with C Troop from Feb. to July in 1967 I was one of the transfers from the 17th cav. I drove for Tom Rothwell. I can't remember any other names but I remember the faces. January 9, 2011 0 71.88.190.229 john lang penn nanchangjohn@yahoo.com my father in law dave dayson served in 3/ 5 cav d troop from 68-69, was wondering if anyone knew him. and is there a way i can order a t shirt with your logo for him, thank all of you for your service to our country, have a happy new year January 4, 2011 0 72.70.223.128 Tracy Chicago solvedm@comcast.net All of my fellow troopers have a "Safe and Happy New Year" December 31, 2010 0 69.243.151.141 Randall Gonterman Indiana wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. December 25, 2010 0 67.237.22.126 Randy Heber Merrill Michigan debheber@hotmail.com Merry Christmas to all my 3/5 cav brothers and your families. I'll be enjoying my first Christmas with my two new grandson's. I remember Christmas 1970 in the field as we drew straws to see who would get to go to the Bob Hope show, I lost of course.Thinking of all our troops currently in harms way and praying for their safe return. See you in Louisville. December 25, 2010 0 204.12.175.115 Tom Mlynarski A-34 Hartland Michigan tmlynarski@comcast.net Joel Church, Love to see that picture> My E-Mail is tmlynarski@comcast.net Will be in Denver CO for the next two weeks. Merry Christmas to you. Saw pictures of you Lt Goree sent me of the past reunions, great stuff. December 24, 2010 0 67.166.52.208 Joel Church A-35 Bozeman, MT. jchurch1160@msn.com Tom Mlynarski I have a picture of you laying in the hooch with a puppy. You are on a cot reading with the dog on your cot too. Let me know your address and I'll e-mail it to you. I hope to see you in KY. in June. Merry Christmas to everyone. December 24, 2010 0 97.121.239.50 Carlos E. Morris Wheelersburg,Ohio carlosemorris@hotmail.com Sunshine been looking for you. Please contact me or send me your e-mail or phone number. My phone 740-574-2632. E-mail carlosemorris@hotmail.com. December 23, 2010 0 71.124.123.3 Charles Eakes aka Sunshine ColoradoSprings Colorado z71-lobo@live.com To all 3/5 9inf. and family have a happy xmas and m ay your newyear be the best one every from sunshine and family. 3/5 2nd plt B trp Dec 68- Dec 69 December 23, 2010 0 99.14.85.128 richard block ky by way of mich rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hi Don I was with A trp 2nd plt from Nov 67 until nov 68 I left the trp right after we moved to Evans I stayed with top 1stsgt Walker the last days I was their.left the next day after 2nd plt was hit right out side of evans My E-Mail is rwblock@newwavecomm.net
have a happy holidays December 23, 2010 0 24.100.107.114 Rick Hocevar Minnesota photoric09@msn.com The Christmas poem was awesome sent it to everyone in my address book December 22, 2010 0 71.32.189.47 Donald Chmiel Detroit Mich. tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com Richard Block. HI!! HOW ARE YOU? tHIS IS DON CHMIEL WHEN IN TOWN GIVE ME A CALL.Rich what troop were you in? and what platoon? HO YA WHAT YEARS.!!!! Me nov 68 to nov 69. Worked out off Camp Evans,Wonder Beach,The Valley,High #1,Dong Ha!!O SH!! TALK TO YOU LATER.Have a great XMAS AND NEW YEAR.GOD BLESS ALL********** December 21, 2010 0 24.192.171.49 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net To all my BIA's, have a merry Christmas and a great year ahead. Remember those that we left behind & never forget. December 20, 2010 0 74.240.251.235 Donald Chmiel Detroit Mich. tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com Richard Block this is Donald chmiel nice to hear from you.yes that sounds great my tel #586-758-0356.next time in town give me a call iam sure we will have alot to talk about.Have a great holiday.God bless all!!!! December 19, 2010 0 24.192.171.49 juanrcantu weslaco,texas juanrcantu@yahoo.com To all bias 3/5 cav.BLACKKNIGHTS. Have yourselves a merry christmas and a prosporous new year.Wishing you all the best. BIA Juan R Cantu3 December 18, 2010 0 72.178.173.103 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Dave, 1st Plt, B Trp, mostly boat people, will be there in strength. We're even bringing the Troop clerk with us. December 17, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 DAVE GRANT IOWA I SURE HOPE ALL THESE B-TROOPERS CAN MAKE THE 2011 REUNION AND BRING ANY/ALL PIC. WITH YOU OR ANYTHING ELSE. YOUR REP. December 17, 2010 0 97.125.130.122 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Looking for B Troop boat people. If any of you are lurking out there, post yourself front and center. Especially looking for B Trp, 1st Plt 1966&67. Let's hear from you. December 16, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Gail Davis Mountain Wi B Troop Reporting in. Want to wish you all a merry christmas and a happy new year. December 16, 2010 0 173.254.146.155 ART REYNOLDS OXFORD NEW YORK 4sassy@frontiernet.net B TRP DON HARKER/BILL ROWLINGS/CARL HATFIELD/RICH MEDINA/LONNY WASHINGTON/GARY PARKS/PHIL JENINGS/KEN CORNELL/DOC OLIVER MEDIC/DOC WILIAMS MEDIC/AND ALLB_TROPERS WHERE ARE YOU December 16, 2010 0 70.100.200.102 richard Block Kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Donald Chmiel let me know your address I'm always going to Windsor to see my sister. maybe we can have a good cup of coffee ( on me ) December 16, 2010 0 24.100.107.114 Ed Murray Selbyville, Delaware eddie.murray@verizon.net Was looking through older posts and saw where Dewey mentioned Roger Price. I was in contact with his daughter quite a while back and she told me he had passed. Roger was with 1st Plt. B Troop from Dec. 69 to November 11, 1970. We left country the same day December 13, 2010 0 108.36.35.243 Michael Chicago michael3920@und3212.ue nice buestbook December 10, 2010 0 178.73.48.86 Hugh Smith Pigeon Mi James glad to here from you. I was on 29 track with Ross Franklen and Sammual Brown. Do you rember any of these guys also, Dave Whitehead, Guy Hilden, Jim Z? Glad you made it home!! Rember the YELLOW SQUARE. December 9, 2010 0 66.211.70.86 Jim Zoeller Gordon, Texas jimzoeller@cs.com I just now heard about the 3-5 site and 2011 reunion. Sorry I missed the B troop 2010 reunion,, I might have known some of you. I commanded 3rd platoon B/3-5 cav from July 1967 to Feb 1968, then into HHT 3-5 cav as LNO till July 1968. Does anybody know Tom Player from B/3-5, last I knew he retired in NJ. Jim Zoeller December 9, 2010 0 99.197.0.56 Walter Hopkins upstate New York WWebehop@aol.com John Leonti--Welcome home--I have access to pictures of your 59 track, with the three .50 cal. A fellow hht member, Charles Crews, has them on his facebook site. A small group of us from B troop, 1st plt, are on facebook--You can contact me at WWebehop@aol.com--Or friend me on facebook. Merry Christmas my Brothers in Arms. December 9, 2010 0 72.92.183.78 John Leonti Ohio redoak59@sbcglobal.net Walter Hopkins, I was in the hhd platoon on the 59 track. welcome home and Merry Christmas to all December 8, 2010 0 99.51.95.182 JAMES MC DONALD ARKANSAS BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM LOOKING FO B TROOPERS FROM OCT. 70 TO OCT 71
JEFFERIES AN HUGH SMITH CONTACT ME AT
BLT308JM@HOTMAIL.COM December 8, 2010 0 207.119.81.199 Donald Chmiel Detroit Mich. tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I was with A troop 1st platoon from nov 68 to nov 69.I was on 13 track most of the time.I was hoping to find some of my BROTHERS that were there with me.I have a hard time remembering names,some faces I do know,Hoping to hear from some of my BROTHERS.GOD BLESS YOU ALL. December 7, 2010 0 24.192.171.49 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Following up on Tom mess.,I was in 3rd plt. A trp. from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68 & have only been in contact with one member of my platoon, Ray Littman who was our tank driver,and we communicate quite often by phone or e-mail. This a great site to communicate w/fellow troopers and read all the different answers questions & well wishs feom all. As most of us felt when we left V.N., it was a happy feeling, but bitter sweet because of the love of our buddies still there in harms way. There has always been something missing in my life since I returned and now that hole is being filled by returning to this webb-site. I hope we find all my fellow troopers and their families healthy&happy as can be through this holiday season and to all have a Merry Xmas December 6, 2010 0 70.140.218.123 Tom Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Ft Riley, USNS Upshure, 1966-1967.Truck ride to get our vechicles, 1 clip of ammo for the ride.Listening to Hanoi Hanna(only station that played descent tunes).Always new where we were!! The popping of mortors in the distance, sometimes comming in too close. Breaking jungle , ambushes, C-Rations(and hot sauce). Beer, ammo, gas, chow,mail by Helicopter. Like calling for a Pizza deliverery nowadays. Mine sweeping with 3 tanks,(Engineers walked too slow I guess) I know that you guys are out there reaing this . A lot of you need to know that this is not a private place for the elite few. It's here for "US" to stay in touch. Try it , ya jus might like it. Still lookin for tose that I served with. Found a few, be nice to find a lot more. sign the guestbook, let someone know you will always remember the days when we were "THE CAV". My 2 cents have been put in for now. December 5, 2010 0 4.235.6.107 robert eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com PLEASE TAKE TIME OUT TO CHECK OUT THIS WEB PAGE.......COMBAT VETERANS COWBOY UP.COM John Nash is in my c group at the va its a great program for our veterans, it powerfull stuff for the ptsd that in us, spread the word lets help a veteran. thank you all..........usmc November 29, 2010 0 69.171.160.120 Tom Mlynarski Hartland Michigan tmlynarski@comcast.net To Joel Church, Thank you and the other A Trp members for the help.
Your information helped me a great deal. November 26, 2010 0 68.41.164.131 h dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com to all bia of the 3/5 Cav. I have a lot to be thankful for. I want to wish all of you a safe and Happy Thanksgiving Holiday, and remember all our brothers in fiddler green this holiday with a silent moment of prayer. November 25, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 robert eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com To all my brothers and sisters have a safe and happy thanksgiving................usmc November 24, 2010 0 69.171.160.77 Michelle Coffey Ellis Oneida, TN. michelle_ellis2007@yahoo.com Hey guys, just wanted to let ya'll know that I stopped by today. Was looking for you on Facebook & didn't have any luck w/the B-Troop. Not on there? Please let me know if ya'll do join up as I'd like to have you add me. Looking forward to the June 2011 Reunion! I can honestly say that I'm very excited to get to meet you all! I want to say a belated Thank you to all of you! I salute you all! God bless!
Sincerely, Sgt. Bill Coffey's lil girl, Michelle November 22, 2010 0 12.229.106.134 Tom Mlynarski Michigan tmlynarski@comcast.net I was with A Trp 3/5 Cav 3rd plt 34 track, from Nov. 68 to June 69. With Dave (Mort) Rothenhoefer, Steve Arcos. Hard to remember the names after 40 years, but the faces and memories are sometimes 5 minutes ago. November 22, 2010 0 68.41.164.131 Mike Wahl Mineral Point, WI abbyjoet@mhtc.net I have some pocket patches made up and can send you one. Contact me. Abbyjoet@mhtc.net November 21, 2010 0 216.180.214.231 Randall Gonterman Whiteland, Ind. wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com I am trying to find pocket patches for 3/5 cav.I can"t pay what they want for vintage so help me with some affordable ones. November 19, 2010 0 67.237.24.39 Randall Gonterman Whiteland,Ind. www.wildbillgonterman@yahoo.com I was in Dec.68 to Dec.69. I was at Camp Evens an Then went to the a.s.valley then to the DMZ. November 17, 2010 0 67.237.24.39 Mike Cook C Troop Rep Today 11/13/2010 our brother Fred Ccalvo passed through thr door to Fiddlers Green.
He will be missed!

Boots & Saddles
My Brother November 13, 2010 0 74.138.145.35 robert eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com I salute all men and women who serve this country.and the pow/mia GOD BLESS US ALL..........................usmc November 11, 2010 0 69.171.160.172 Robin Miller-Twohig Chicgo, Il now living in Texas robin@robontwohig.com "Lest We Forget" ...Our nation's soldiers serve every day to protect our country and its ideals.... Happy Veteran's Day to all who serve(d) so I can enjoy all my freedoms! God Bless all of you!

My dear brother, SGT(E5) Paul Lynn Miller, who was KIA serving his country in Vietnam one early morning on April 30th, 1968. Paul was a member of HHT Troop, 3rd Squadron, 5th Cavalry (The Black Knights).

I have a link to a couple of photos of him while in Vietnam and other information that I am not allowed to post here. It is kind of my tribute to him. If anyone knew him and/or served with him in Vietnam or Germany, etc.... I would be grateful to hear your stories or comments about my wonderful brother who died way too soon!

Thank you so much and you earned our forever lasting gratitude for your service to our country!

Sincerely,
Robin Miller-Twohig
robin@robintwohig.com November 11, 2010 0 71.164.175.35 Michael Cook Louisville mwtjcook@insightbb.com Brothers
I hope all of you have a great Veterans Day, and I want to tell everyone THANKS!
Thank You for your service to our country.
Thanks for the backup you gave while we were at war
Thanks for helping load ammo on the tracks
Thanks for taking care of the wounded, and handling the KIAs with dignity
Thanks for the laughs we had setting around NDP, and all of the radio checks
Thanks for helping get me back home to my family, and you making it back to yours
Thanks for all of the great Reunions we have had and I hope we have many more to come
But most of all thank you for the Brotherhood, and comradely we have, the memories we share
and the way we still lookout for our Brothers.
Please take time to remember our Veterans that have passed on, and those who gave it all on the battle field.
Give a special thanks to your God for all of the blessings (he – she) bestowed you and take a moment to remember all of our Brothers
Mike (Cookie) Cook
C Troop 3/5 Cav
RVN 4/68-4-69 November 11, 2010 0 74.138.145.35 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Happy Veterans day fellow troopers. Let us all remember our fallen comrades, and those who still suffer. Enjoy your day! God bless you all! November 11, 2010 0 75.41.67.109 Jeff Lapp Pens Grove NJ jkl134@hotmail.com Happy Veterans Day to All 3-5 Troopers Let us remember our fallen brothers today and every day November 11, 2010 0 173.61.238.36 DAVE GRANT IOWA btrooper@q.com THE SHIRT ORDERS ARE COMING IN GREAT. I WOULD LIKE IT IF YOU COULD LET ME KNOW WHAT TROOP YOU WAS IN BY YOUR NAME. HAVE A GREAT VETERANS DAY AND SEE YOU IN JUNE November 10, 2010 0 75.170.233.8 hugh smith--whitty pigeon Mich I would like to here from anyone. From B-Trp 3/5 70-71. Second plt. November 10, 2010 0 66.211.69.116 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com All 3/5 cav blackknights,have a safe veterans day. November 10, 2010 0 72.178.173.103 Remberto"TICO"Martinez California rembertomartinez61@yahoo.com My dear 3/5 Cav brothers.I sure do miss you guys.Being a Black Night was one of the most memerable times in my Military career, and in my life."Real Cav" from 1980-1984. (el Cubano)... November 5, 2010 0 75.80.3.119 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net This message is for Nisha who left a mess. saying she wanted to talk to me. Please call me at 530-223-5852 in Redding,Ca.,or e-mail me at tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net. I would give anything to hear from you & to know how my daughter is doing. I am still in Redding,Ca. and my phone # is in the book. I am very anxious to hear from you so I hope you check the guestbook soon, I"m sorry I had"t checked it sooner. November 1, 2010 0 63.198.18.30 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com B Troop 1st Platoon had a very happy mini reunion in Nashville Tn on the 29th, 3oth and departed on the 31st , we had 9 people from the 1st Platoon and some of these guys had not seen any one in 43 years it was great . Pat Fagin you did a great job Thanks Tim B Troop 1st Platoon 1966 1967 October 31, 2010 0 75.89.133.149 R. Lindsey N.C. juliogold@aol.com james shouse
I saw your email. I was with 1st then 2nd platoon, Ctrp. 67-68 October 30, 2010 0 75.195.81.13 juanrcantu Weslaco,Texas Greetings Ron Gould,I just want to ask if Smitty was with the mortars?BIA BLACKNIGHT!! October 28, 2010 0 72.178.173.103 Larry Schoen New Berlin IL 62670 Tony Brown Yes I remember you going over early . I was Btroop 1st Ptl. Getting togather with them all in nashville. October 25, 2010 0 173.28.88.64 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net Tony Brown, 1st platoon is getting together Oct 29, 30, 31 in Nashville TN. Contact me or Ed. My cell # is 615-390-9340 October 25, 2010 0 74.179.232.232 Ron Gould mich rag.2020@hotmail.com looken 4 Robert Smith - Smitty c troop 69-70 from detroit October 24, 2010 0 69.14.222.130 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Tony Brown contact me: echam39239@bresnan.net or 406-388-0585. October 23, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Tom Grooman Fort Laramie, WY 82212 goldenarrow2104@yahoo.com Looking for a graphic of two shoulders (Vietnam) with the labeling, "It Don't Mean Nothing". I saw it on a web site a few year ago but lost my hard drive and can not seem to find it any where.
2/34 Armor
Charlie Company
69-70 Dong Ha October 23, 2010 0 75.220.69.132 Anthony (Tony) Brown Bardstown, KY coventrycity@bardstowncable.com I was a member of the 1st Platoon B Trp. My section leader was Ed Chambers. I was on the advance party that flew over. My room mate in Ft. Riley was a tanker by the name of Tom Feeney. My trach was B-13, the' Boxbanger' Would be nice to hear from anyone who remembers me. October 23, 2010 0 63.144.115.167 Nisha California nishab2u@msn.com Wanting to talk to Terry Pilkington. October 21, 2010 0 76.252.250.225 Ron Gould Port Hope Mich RAG.2020@HOTMAIL.COM NAM-JULY 69 70 1ST PLT. WELCOME HOME ALL U TROOPERS October 15, 2010 0 69.14.222.130 Ed Chambers Montana echam39239@bresnan.net Mario Pino,
Welcome home. Hope life is going well for you. Your fellow members from first platoon are all watching for a post from you. Hope to link up with you in Nashville. October 14, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Walter Hopkins upstate New York WWebehop@aol.com John Leonti--What platoon did you serve with in B troop--67--68. Looking for more troopers that served in the first platoon, B troop 3/5 in 67--68 October 14, 2010 0 70.18.99.132 Larry Schoen New Berlin IL 62670 lschoen2@gmail.com Mario Pino, So good to heard your voice Man it has been a long time I will be faxing stuff tomomore. Please call me on my cell any time My E mail is lschoen2@gmail.com October 14, 2010 0 173.28.88.64 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Watching for a post from Mario Maso Pino, he was with B Troop 1st Platoon 1966-1967, Larry talked to you on the phone and we just want you to be in touch with us. I can give you phone numbers to call. My phone # is 859-986-2776 E-Mail is tstbgpops@yahoo.com I know Larry told you about our Mini Reunion coming up on the 29, 30 and 31 of Oct in Nashville but we also have the unit reunion next year in Louisville Ky. Get in touch with me October 14, 2010 0 71.28.202.195 Mike Cook Louisville We the Black Knights are in need of some volunteers, there are several job that need to be filled before our reunion starts. Of theses the most important is the Quartermaster, I did that job for several years, so I can give you the help you need. I still have the embroidery machine, and TJ can digitize designs for us at no cost. I still have some pins left as well as some other items to help you get started. If you think you might be interested you can contact me at 502-969-9202, or Larry Sullivan at 1-765-860-2636. We have some things ordered for the reunion but we are in need of a Quartermaster. So Please give this some thought and if you feel you can do this please step up and let us know time is running out.

Cookie October 13, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net Big ooops. I mean fall 2010. Don't have alzimers just yet! October 11, 2010 0 99.21.23.9 John Osgood Lees Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net I notice there is a fall 2011 news letter. Is it out yet? I attended the Branson reunion and paid dues but have not gotten any follow up info or request for more dues. What's the deal. B Trp - Jun 68 to Feb 69. October 11, 2010 0 99.21.23.9 T.W.Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Craig Yockey,still waiting for the pics you said you have. Love to see them. Hope your doing well and enjoying yourself and family. Like to meet up with you again and B.S. for a couple of days>>>>
Tom October 8, 2010 0 4.235.6.60 john leonti Ohio redoak59@sbcglobal.net Good site, served with B trp. 67/68 October 8, 2010 0 76.253.135.160 Paul Rebrovich Kingsport, Tn. justiceseeker222@yahoo.com Dean I sure will get together when I come back to N.Y. You don't know how much it helped this fng to connect with someone from back home so soon after being assigned to 3/5. I'm sure we'll have more opportunities to link up. Randy, I'm sorry it has taken me 40 years to thank you for what you and others did for my crew and me after we hit that mine. I'm so grateful for the people I had the honor to serve with. Thank you!!! October 3, 2010 0 97.81.6.241 Dean J. Moretti Lackawanna N.Y. djmo19@msn.com Paul Sorry we did not get to speak more. Amazing we lived so close and didn't know it. If you are ever back here please look me up . October 3, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 Randy Heber Merrill mi Thanks Paul for the quick answer I knew somebody on the website would know. Nice seeing you folks to after 40 years. I hadn't seen you since we put you on that Dustoff. Looking forward to seeing you again in Louisville. October 2, 2010 0 204.12.173.233 Paul Rebrovich Kingsport,Tn. justiceseeker222@yahoo.com Randy Heber,We switched to Sheridans early Feb.70.We were in the back-yard at the time. It was nice seeing you at the reunion, my wife and I had a great time. Thanks to all who made it such a well organized event! October 1, 2010 0 97.81.6.241 Randy Heber Merrill, Michigan debheber@hotmail.com Just throwing out a question that has come up. When did the Sheridan tanks replace the 48's in the 3/5 cav? I know they had been there a while before I arrived in country April of 70. October 1, 2010 0 204.12.173.233 Gilbert Cuevas Pheonix,Arizona gilbertcuevas72352@gmail.com I served with B-trp.3third plt.on 37 from 11-26-70thu.2-20-71.would like to hear from anyone that served with third plt.during the same time frame.I've been in cantact with about 12 members of 3rd. plt.that I knew at that time .it has been a great thing for me.would like to make it a great for you to.Phone#602-499-1244
call me, Gil September 29, 2010 0 97.117.220.227 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Checking to see if anyone might recall our little trip into Hue city with our 3rd plt. A troop in the Tet of 68. It all seemed to be a big blurr at the time, maybe thats a good thing in a way. I left the Asha Valley 5-4-68 from Fire Base Burmingham and my burned out tank was buried there in the middle of the ammo dump with part of the turret still exposed. Was hoping someone in my plt. or others would remember those times. As I get older and look at the pictures of the troopers I served with, It makes me proud of all of you September 27, 2010 0 64.163.110.252 hugh smith- smitty pigeon mi Rick-Iwas on 29 track babybrute-jr from nov 70 to sept 1,71. My base camp was Dong Ha. Do you rember SGT Willams-or SGT White? Or Dave Whitehead - Battle-Jim Zuger-? September 24, 2010 0 66.211.70.66 Rick Chapman Salisbury, MA rickchapman4@yahoo.com I was in B Troop 3/5 cav from July 1970 to September 1971. I wore the 9th infantry patch . My base camp was in Dong Ha. My track wore the "YELLOW SQUARE" and was call the double duece. September 23, 2010 0 75.67.185.153 wayne crouch calif. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net Huge I was on 29 baby brute as a loader. we hit a mine and lost road wheels. went back to rear and got baby brut 2. after awhile got put no a apc. on nov.8 hit another mine and wae wounded never went back to troop. September 23, 2010 0 71.141.128.62 hugh smith-smitty pigeon mi I was in 2-nd platoon, I was on 29 trach BABY BRUTE JR. WITH guy hilden-ross franklen-sammual brown. September 23, 2010 0 66.211.70.19 wayne crouch calif. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net i was also in b 3/5 cav. in 1970 what platoon were you in i was in 2 platoon September 22, 2010 0 71.141.128.62 john long penn nanchangjohn@hotmail.com my father in law served in the 3/ 5 in vietnam from 68-69, can anyone give me information, where i can order a shirt with the 3/ 5 on it, thank you for serving our country September 20, 2010 0 72.79.134.69 hugh smith -smitty pigeon. mi I was in B-Troop 3/5 cav from 70-71. Glad to here from you! September 20, 2010 0 66.211.70.236 gregory wright beech grove,IN(Indianapolis0 greg4635@att.net I served in Vietnam in 1970-1971-9th division-3rd squadron-5th calvary. I served in korea in 1968 and 1969. I was too young to go to vietnam. I would like to get in touch with anyone that was there. September 19, 2010 0 75.46.89.29 Dave Hume Ohio btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com Attention troopers...this is awake up call. I've been doing alot of reshearch on AO, PTSD and birth defects of vets who were exposed to AO (that's all of us). A must site is cybersarges.tripod.com. Once there go to site map and click on Classified info on AO, if this isn't enough to to get your blood boiling then scroll down to Agent Orange Awareness and Info. and you will see how many of us are suffering and the VA is doing nothing about it. I've had colon cancer (1990) and as a result, I've had a colostmy for over 20yrs. I have PTSD (don't we all) my 3 children have birth defects, one of them is finally accepted by the VA as an AO cause. Something has to be done about our abuse, any suggestion? If so, contact me at btrp35cav6970@yahoo.com. May GOD bless all of you and your families.

Dave BIA September 15, 2010 0 24.93.183.250 EATON colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com DEAR Mr cook and all c troop ,i noticed you all had a reunion,sound like it was a fun, i was hoping mybe the m48 (god) on tube dec 24 outside cam lo on fire came up, iam still hoping to find conformation ,about what happen, thanks bros September 13, 2010 0 69.171.160.37 Tom Powell Mt. Olive, NC Dean and Allen I agree with you, the C Troop reunion was great. It was good to meet you guys. Looking forward to the next one. September 12, 2010 0 69.134.140.95 fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net you right there Dean. I am still buzzing. The bios are a great idea
September 6, 2010 0 69.66.129.194 Dean Moretti Lackawanna N.Y. djmo19@msn.com C Troop reunion was a blast. Thank You Mike Cook and all that put it together.It was an Honor to have served with the 3/5 cav ! September 3, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 DEL PUTMAN FT. DELPUTMAN@GMAIL.COM TMAN GMAICOML ART REYNOLDS. IWAS. ON THE 35 TRACK OR BACK IN THE REAR AFTER I EXTENDED. THE END OF68 TILL I LEFT IN 69
40590 August 25, 2010 0 70.9.25.197 robert colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com Hello to all my brothers, thanks for your service. but most of all to Albert knisley and 16days till albert big day,God bless you.............usmc August 24, 2010 0 69.171.160.248 Gary Turner Monroe, Mi tamelm@hotmail.com Larry Spencer,

I think I remember you. I was in the 2-6 tango with Lt. McCandles 2nd platoon A troop. When I read your post, the memory came back to me about Cpt. Miggs (M-16). Did you guys ever find it? And, what happened to the guy who couldn't stay awake? August 23, 2010 0 99.150.157.228 Bruce Dyer USN MACV Vietnam Susanville, CA brucedyer@windjammercable.net Rcvd. a request from my Chapter #858 Vietnam Veterans of America - Honolulu - to send a THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE birthday card to Albert Knisley P. O. BOX 6 Greenfield, Ohio 45123. I noticed his daughter, Becky Newsom, has a posting in this site in regards to her reqeust. I have posted this request under the forums of Army, Navy and Air Force Together We Served. Albert is a WW II veteran who will be 90 on 9-11-10. This is a wonderful idea to say thank you for his service. Our WW II vets are quickly leaving us - lets honor them whenever possible! I a assuming that Albert was with the 3rd/5th Cav.
THANKS TO ALL. August 21, 2010 0 64.188.236.51 ARTREYNOLDS OXFORD NEW YORK 4sassy@frontiernet.net To Del Putman I was on track 33 1968&1969 TC at that time was Lonny Washington August 20, 2010 0 74.47.183.114 James (Jim) Butler Peru, IN jimbutler@connectgradd.net I was in C Troop from 01/69 thru 18 Oct 69. We hit a land mine outside Cam Lo while pulling road security. I was normally on 29 but was riding a PC for the time as my tank had hit a land mine while I was on R&R. After hitting the mine I can't remember to much. I do recall SFC Whitehead was the Plt Sgt. I have some old photos but can't remember many of the guys. If you remember me, please write or email. Welcome Home. August 19, 2010 0 72.4.52.246 DEL PUTMAN FT WAYNE IN DELPUTMAN@GMAIL.COM TMAN GMAICOML B TROOP 33 + 35 TRACK August 19, 2010 0 174.156.160.106 Tom Wolske Ames Iowa TRWolske2@cs.com Tom Mowery. I sure am sorry. When I wrote that entry to you, I somewhere had gotten the idea that you were a medic with C-Trp. At least I can use that for an excuse for not remembering you. August 16, 2010 0 173.26.184.111 james jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com whitty. can,t remember that name. spooky sedoski came to visit about 10 yrs. ago. he told me a story about chuckles. i remember him. something about a shau valley. some lt. called an arty barage on top of them. chuckles shot the lt. with a 45. or almost shot him. i can remember a track hitting a mine on the dmz. it was timed to denote the 4th track back. chuckles could run like a deer. he ran and got a litter off track in frnot of me. August 15, 2010 0 99.159.251.155 hugh smith--whitty pigeon. mi i remember all to well!!! do rember dave whitehead from- ohio? August 14, 2010 0 66.211.83.163 james jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com whitty, i have trouble remembering back that far. i can remember the driver had to set trip flares out. i think put rpg screen out at night.those rpg,s went right through the hulls on 551,s.land mines were everywhere. remember how to make a mechinacal ambush with claymores. drivers did that to. do you remember. August 13, 2010 0 68.75.26.64 hugh smith--whitty pigeon. mi James, Iwas in B-TROOP FROM oCTOBER 70 TO SEPTEMBER 71. i WAS ON 29 TRACK, bABY bRUTE jR. LOM SON 719, WAS THERE. GLAD TO SEE YOU HOME. August 13, 2010 0 66.211.83.233 Bob Griffith RI rgriffith@doa.ri.gov Tom Mowry, I tried to call you at a number listed in your name in Pascoag, but it was reported disconnected. I remember Bozo, Doris and their pups too. 1st Plt, A Trp had one of the pups, but he didn't survive. I'd like to talk with you more about the Bandaids. Call me at 222-5817 0r 578-8388. Dapper 16 (June-Dec '68). August 13, 2010 0 158.123.2.22 james jefferis ohio bigjimdaddybig@yahoo.com was in dong ha with 3/5 from nov.0 to may 71. think i was in a co. 2nd platon. went by toymaker. remember herbie, frenchie, richie mylack, sgt. bradley, barney, poncho. our medic and geronomo were killed during lam sond 719. i drove 28 tank. tt soul on gun tube. anyone remember? August 12, 2010 0 99.159.254.58 Tom Wolske Ames Iowa TRWolske2@cs.com Tom Mowry. I just read your guestbook entry. I rode with C-Trp from Sept 67 to Aug 68. I probably would remember you, but not by name. I hardly remember any one by name. We spent a lot of time at the medic track for a while after we found out you guys carried some special items in case we didn't get near the PX for a long time. Apparently we over did it because after a while we got cut off. I was a "mechanic" I started out as driver on the VTR with Frank Stone and Jim Hinds, but after a few run-ins with the Old Man, we went over to the mechanic track. In retrospect, we were lucky he didn't send us to the other side. On another note, I want to say I think you guys have been doing a great job on the web-site. Thanks a lot to all involved. August 10, 2010 0 173.26.184.111 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net To Tom Mowry,I remember Bozo as pup and Doris, some other species of dog,growing up together riding on separate tracks. I think they were on the scouts tracks. One day after a hard day of busting jungle,the trp. busted out an R.O.N. for the night. Bozo and Doris desided it was time to test their maturity by getting locked up with one another while the trp. hailed them on. It seemed halarious at the time,but as you know some stupid things were funny at time. Something to laugh about was hard to come by those days. I was in A Trp. 3rd Plt 5-67 to 5-68. August 10, 2010 0 69.238.198.18 Web Team Brothers
This would be a very nice thing for us to do. We don't have a lot of WWII vets still around,so lets see if we can make his day.sign from the Black Knights

HI! MY NAME IS BECKY NEWSOME AND FIRST LET ME SAY "THANKS FOR SERVING".
MY DAD IS A WWII VETERAN WHO WILL BE CELEBRATING HIS 90TH BIRTHDAY ON SEPT. 11, 2010. MY GOAL IS FOR HIM TO RECEIVE 1000 BIRTHDAY/THANKS FOR SERVING CARDS. SO IF YOU WOULD PASS THIS ALONG TO AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE I WOULD APPRECIATE. HE IS A GREAT DAD AND A GREAT GUY WHO LOVES HIS FAMILY AND COUNTRY.
SEND TO: ALBERT KNISLEY
P.O. BOX 6
GREENFIELD, OHIO 45123
THANK YOU!
BECKY
August 6, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com HI Dean hope all is well. this is bob we have talk iam still trying .to get one of you guys to id me or the other marine, on that day. ijust got done with ptsd 7week program,i was already 100% .but went anyhow,it was atrip take care brothers.....................usmc August 4, 2010 0 69.171.160.131 Paul Taylor Iowa alphie3740@gmail.com Today marks the 40th anniversary of Falcon Flats.
Remember how young we were. We are lucky we lived to get old Brothers. August 3, 2010 0 173.31.70.208 jerry patalano long island ny jerrypatalano@live.com I served in c-troop 11/67 to 11/68. unfortunely all battles blackhorse tet xuan loc monkey mountain wonder beach and all the rest of the good places I was on the captains track (good and bad)looking for rich siemanski August 3, 2010 0 24.189.65.117 Dean J. Moretti Lackawanna N.Y. djmo19@msn.com Was there day M48 with GOD on gun tube burnt. August 2, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@YAHOO.COM on DEC24 1969 M48 CAM LO.GOD ON TUBE. COULD USE SOME HELP ,IF YOU WERE THERE. GOD BLESS YOU ALL. August 2, 2010 0 69.171.160.133 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net In answer to your last mess. Dave Clark,I was in the 37 tank right behind 38 tank when it was hit by an RPG and Sgt.Williams landed right in front of me. Willie Angus was the gunner in that tank and was my best friend at the time. The driver was name Harold ?,he survived and went on to Hue after with us. The loaders name I can't recall,but Angus's body was finally blown out of the tank later. Would like to talk to you or any one else in 3rd platoon from the time we went to Hue till left fire base burmingham 5-8-68. I hope I helped you some. Feel free to contact me anytime by E-Mail or phone 530-223-5852. Terry Pilkington. August 2, 2010 0 63.198.18.15 richard block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net tom bozo was with me from nov 67 until he was killed in june 68.have a few pictures of him with us. 2nd plt atrp if you would like to get ahold of me rwblock@newwavecomm.net August 1, 2010 0 24.100.100.124 James Szekely Clifton, NJ jimcarguy@excite.com To Gary Vaught:
I was in A Troop, 3rd Platoon during that firefight. I served from April, 1970 through March, 1971. I would like to talk to you, my #973-777-0310. August 1, 2010 0 71.250.22.136 tom mowry pascoag ri tomemowry@live.com i was assigned to the medic track from november 1967 to september 1968. i was wondering if anyone remembered a german shepard named bozo also the mascot of the medic track "badaid" August 1, 2010 0 75.177.20.157 Dave Clark Kansas clarklandsurveying@embarqmail.com Thanks to Terry, Rick and Richard for answering my message. I have tossed this question around for years and as I get older I feel like I would like to do something. The fire fight was in late Jan right after Tet. I believe Terry was talking about the same battle. I was the 3rd platoon medic, it was my first fire fight and as we rolled down the road I heard a huge explosion and all the guns began firing. I saw the lead tank burning and jumped off the track and broke a bone in my right foot. Never felt the pain, to tell the truth I was proably so scared I counld not feel anyting. I got to Sgt Williams and found him on the ground with part of his leg gone. I was working on him when two VC came out to see me and the 39 tank pulled up and took care of them. I tried several times to get on the burning tank but could not get to the hatch because of the fire and the rounds inside the takn wer exploding. I believe the drivers name was Beach, but I do not remember the two fellows inside the tank. Does someone know their names? I would like to fine their names on the wall. I would also like to know the TC for the 39 tank that more than likey saved my life. I think his first name was Michael, he was a big fellow and was a staff Sgt. Can someone give me the address to view the radio journals or daily reports. Thanks guys July 27, 2010 0 76.7.236.189 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net HI guys, I just looked over the pics of B trp. Reunion. You guys had wayyyyy too much fun. July 27, 2010 0 69.66.129.194 Gene Forsythe Nescopeck , Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net I am looking forward to the 2011 re-union . I was in HHQ 3/5 cav. and 3/34 artillery. All in 1967. My job was Field Communications Repair. Hope to meet up with some of the old group. I also was on the cruise ship UPSHUR and what a trip that was , or not. July 24, 2010 0 72.70.210.234 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net This mess. is to Dave Clark regarding an ambush coming out of fire base apple late Jan.68. I was in one late Jan. that happened in evening and the last one was a dayor two after the Tet started when we were reacting to an atack on an ARVN base camp up the road from apple. Thats when they hit Sgt. Williams tank w/rpg destroying it with two kia and one wounded Please feel free to contact me any time or any person who might have served with us during this time period by email or by phone 530-223-5852. July 24, 2010 0 70.130.69.151 donnie joule reno,nv djoule@sbcglobal.net had a great time at b troop reunion in ohio,
and a special thanks to tim wilkins and his
family for all they did.tim get well soon.

donnie joule b troop 68-69

p.s. if you ain't cav you ain't July 24, 2010 0 75.0.13.126 Rick Toledo Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com Dave, the first contact made outside FSB Apple was at 0545 Hrs. in Trang Bom. According to the radio journal, that was about 30 minutes after leaving FSB Apple. It didn't seem that long to me. Maj Mahler mentions it in his book, Ringed In Steel, on pg. 98. BTW, I highly recommend the book. Though Mahler says we left FSB at 0700, the radio journal says 0512 Hrs which about what I remember as it was not yet daylight. July 23, 2010 0 66.8.248.26 richard block mich-live in ky now rwblock@newwavecomm.net dave I was in the 2nd plt at that time. July 22, 2010 0 24.100.100.124 Andy Harris Des Moines, Iowa Tharris57@aol.com Had a good time in Elyria. A big thank you to Tim and his family. July 21, 2010 0 173.25.121.152 Larry Spencer GrandIsland Nebraska larryspencer112@yahoo.com I was a member of HQ platoon A troop from approx. June 1969 to June 1970 I was in Commo on the 40 track I remember Capt. Meigs [Im not sure of the spelling] was Troop commander for most of my time spent I hope I can remember other names with the help of others who read this message July 20, 2010 0 166.231.105.163 Dave Clark Kansas clarklandsurveying@embarqmail.com Was medic in 3rd platoon, A troop from 12/01/67 to 8/30/68. Would like to find anyone who remembers a ambush we were in coming out of Fire base Apple in late Jan. 1968 July 18, 2010 0 76.7.236.189 David C. Hume Akron, Oh icupat@yahoo.com 3/5 B Troop Brothers,

Thanks to everyone at our reunion (2010 Elyria) for making my wife, Pat, and I into your family. I'm still recovering from seeing all of you and maybe a 'slight' hangover. I thank the Lord that my wife found your website and advised me to go to the reunion. We will be attending the next one in KY 2011.

I view our pics from Viet Nam with older eyes now but I can clearly see that each one of you are and will always remain the "true heroes" of that era.

Timmy, I promise I won't tell your wife about the time you.....ooops.

Thanks again for the memories brothers.

Black Knights Forever

FNG (Thanks Donnie)
Dave and Pat Hume

PS: I was in Nam May 1969 to June 1970 TC of Tank (?) first 6 months and moved to TC of 23 last 6 months. July 18, 2010 0 24.93.183.250 John Witham St Paul Mn Russ: John Witham Feb 69 to Feb 70 C Trp and HHT. Sometimes I miss the guys too. No one knows where we've been and what we've done, except us. Hope things are well with you. Where are you from.? When were you over there? July 15, 2010 0 64.3.184.48 russ knepp kknepp1@verizon.net Hope all is well for all concerned.Would like to hear from all. Sometimes really miss you all. July 13, 2010 0 74.98.213.27 tom mowry rhode island tomemowry@live.com i was a medic assigned to the medic track C Troop from December 1967 to AUGUST 1968. anyone remember Tom Mowry? July 11, 2010 0 75.177.20.157 Dave Grant B-TROOP REP Iowa TO ALL TROOPERS THE B-TROOP REUNION IS THIS COMMING WEEKEND IN OHIO,,,,ALL TROOPS ARE WELCOME. July 10, 2010 0 75.170.237.177 John Witham St. Paul, Mn John Witham from C Troop and HHT Camp Evans Feb 69 to Feb 70.God Bless our great land and all our fallen BIA who gave all for this land. Great 4th to all. I will tip a cold one for them all. July 4, 2010 0 64.3.184.57 Larry SCHOEN new Berlin IL 3/5cav B troop 1st platoon 67 want to wish everybody a good and happy 4th july Thinking of all who have served July 4, 2010 0 173.28.88.176 Hugh A Smith pigeon Mich To fellow 3/5 Cav, have a happy forth of july. And always rember our frends here and left behind . Hugh a Smith B-Troop, Beware qf the Yellow Square!! July 3, 2010 0 66.211.83.70 h.dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com i want to wish all my BIA a happy and safe forth of july. hope everyone has a joyous day and remember the brothers who did not return and drink a beer for them, and remember the good times we had back then. July 2, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 Pat Fagin Nashville, TN pfagin@bellsouth.net Happy 4th to all our BIA, stay safe and remember all those that never returned. They and others before them are what guarantees the freedom we have. July 2, 2010 0 74.179.218.152 john long penn nanchang@hotmail.com charles, my father in law says thanks for the information, and have a great 4th of july, July 2, 2010 0 72.79.138.179 Charles Crews Texas crewscontrolmusic@mac.com This is in response to John Long. I was in B Troop, 3/5 from Oct 67 through Jul 68. But I spent time with a number of D Troopers. Your father-in-law David Dayson doesn't ring a bell. Maybe these names will refresh his memory though. I was friends with Dan Brophy and Jim Tasker (KIA Jun 68), Bruce Brogoitti and Don Hawkins (KIA Oct 68) and also Larry Fitzgerald, Doug Fife, Charlie Palacios. All were crew chiefs or door gunners, except for Tasker, who was a pilot. Other names I remember were ARPs Wayne Benes (medic), Ron Delp, and Mike Paonessa, all of whom I've visited on occasion at the Wall. June 29, 2010 0 24.242.218.128 Web Admin. For Rick Castle From: Hot Springs, AR
E-mail: rcastle995@aol.com I recently spoke with Jim Obrien by phone. Would like to hear from him again and establish email contact so I can send him some pictures. I am originally from Hot Springs, AR. But, now reside in Memphis, TN. I was in HHT, S-2 (HQ 22) from Jan 68 to Mar 70. I would welcome hearing from anyone from that time period who would like to share pictures or assist in remembering other folks from that time. Thanks. June 25, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 john long penn nanchangjohn@hotmail.com trying to find if anyone served with my father in law david dayson served in 68-69 in 3/5 d troop, thank all of you for your service our country June 25, 2010 0 72.79.138.179 Rich Castle Hot Springs, AR rcastle995@aol.com I recently spoke with Jim Obrien by phone. Would like to hear from him again and establish email contact so I can send him some pictures. I am originally from Hot Springs, AR. But, now reside in Memphis, TN. I was in HHT, S-2 (HQ 22) from Jan 68 to Mar 70. I would welcome hearing from anyone from that time period who would like to share pictures or assist in remembering other folks from that time. Thanks. June 24, 2010 Y 0 74.226.100.141 jason jedynak spokane jinvall@hotmail.com does any body know my father, Ray Jedynak (67-69 i think)? if so I think he'd enjoy to hear from you. my e-mail is jinvall@hotmail.com
Thank You,
Jason Jedynak June 18, 2010 0 67.185.3.159 Tom Rothwell Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com Puttin my 2 cents worth in, today is flag day, mine flies year round at the house. Today I put up a new one and took the old one to work and flew it next to my desk. The crew I deal with looked at it and me , like a relic of a bygone era.I guess I must be gittin old. I was going to take my Cav. flag in and fly it also. Didn't do it because I wanted to see it when I drove back home. It was a good feeling driving past the house.Pride, remembering what I and so many went through. Now almost 50 years later, I see a new generation of people dealing with what so many of us went through and it bothers me. A friend of mine has a son 25 years old , did 3 tours in Irac. Only because he got pretty messed up in the looks department on the the first tour and felt he didn't have anything to offer anyone.He wanted to go back and got hurt again, went again. Now, at 25, retired by the service, he ponders what to do! He and his dad came by this past weekend to try and help "me" get my due. Can you possibly imagine how I want to let this youngster know that their are people out there that care. He won't listen, did you? If you get a chance, please try and let the younger ones know that they still have friends that remember. My Cav flag fies again tomorrow. June 15, 2010 0 4.238.22.60 richard block ky and thats when i went to the 2nd plt the next day Rick are you going to be at ft knox next year? June 6, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 rick Hoban wichita falls texas rick.hoban@att.net Richrd Block..I remember waitng for the troop...then we were flown to some palce near the delta and hooked up with 1st platoon. Sgt Kaiser was the first guy I met then sgat jackson..he was the platoon sgt. June 6, 2010 0 68.90.121.24 Joel Church Bozeman, MT. jchurch1160@msn.com I already restored an M-151 Jeep but I just bought an M-416 1/4 ton trailer. Does anyone have a bumper number for one of our trailers? I need to A troop 3/5 cav it. If anyone has a picture of the back or side that shows one of our trailers, please E-mail a copy. Thanks, Joel May 31, 2010 0 97.121.239.80 h.dusty Benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com i want to wish all my BIA's a happy memorial day.
lets all remember our lost brothers and sisters who gave their lives for our country, and honor the troops of all wars.

In GOD we trust. God bless America May 31, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 Jeff Alpert L.A. daskipper2@gmail.com Dumb-a** me...I was in B Troop... May 31, 2010 0 76.216.243.100 Jeff Alpert Los Angeles, CA DaSkipper2@gmail.com Hey guys, there it is... I feel like I have amnesia from the whole war! Was gunner on Plt Sgt's M48 then TC of Plt Sgt's 551 when when got one who didn't like tanks. I don't even remember if I was in 2nd or 3rd Plt (7 more years in the Army afterward has blurred unit distinctions). Arrived 10/69 and left 10/70. Anyone remember me? Remember faces but not names for the most part... May 31, 2010 0 76.216.243.100 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com John Dolan, Hey welcome back home, man the name I do know but I can't put a face on it. I will send you an e-mail so we can hook up better along with every one else May 31, 2010 0 71.30.201.222 John Dolan Leesburg FL/& Upstaet ny missing_link1@msn.com Welcome home all my brothers on this day I think alot about you guys and the men who didn't make it home.Like a lot of others am not good on the names I served from july 67 to aug 68 B Trp i see some names of guys who served during same time if anyone remembers me E mail me @ missing_link1@msn.com .The name of you guys who served atsame time are Tim Beardsley,Charles Crews,Gray Monbtie,&Walter Hopkins I was there where Sgt A. Cooper was killed when that track hit the mine it's one of the night mares I can never forget . Well guys God Bless all of you brother when the one who are serving to protect us now John Dolan May 31, 2010 0 71.203.86.252 Stephen R Kramp west palm beach,fl. skramp13@att.net does anyone remeber the yellow circle? quang tri-dmz.march71-sept71.lost pictures¬ good with names.mine was ( woody )May you find Peace & Happiness on this special Day. Lets not forget our brothers that didnot make it back! May 30, 2010 0 65.9.229.191 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com I WANT TO WISH ALL OF YOU A GREAT MEMORIAL DAY,AND ALL OF OUR BROTHERS THAT GAVE IT ALL, GOD BLESS US ALL...............................USMC May 28, 2010 0 69.171.160.62 Randy Heber Merrill Mi debheber@hotmail.com Remember where you were Memorial day 1970? 1st plt Charlie troop certainly does, Cheetah Hill. We honor those who gave all and those wounded. We honor all our vet's from all wars past and present. To all my 3/5 BIA'S have a great Memorial Day weekend and REMEMBER. These are those I recall, those still standing the next morning. Lt. Edwards,Albritton,Greg Curtis,Paul James,Anthony,Igor,Sgt. Gibbons,Sgt. Holdridge,Ramos,Covington,myself and a few I have forgotten. Hopefully see some of you in Williamsburg. May 28, 2010 0 209.40.208.30 hugh smith pigeon wayne i don't know how to send E-mail. so here my adress 7771 dunn road pigeon mich 48755. Glade to here from you. May 27, 2010 0 208.99.238.233 Larry Schoen New Berlin IL mjschoen12@gmail.com I've been contacted by Tim Beardsley, Ed Chambers and Pat Fagan(?). I'm so grateful that you've found me!

I'll be setting up my own email soon...but in the meantime, send emails to me through Maude's email @mjschoen12@gmail.com

Looking forward to hearing from/talking to you. May 26, 2010 0 32.178.0.219 wayne crouch calif. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net hello hugh glad to here from you. could you send me your e mail adress or phone number. i would like to to get a hold of you. May 26, 2010 0 71.141.102.28 1SG Daniel Bumbaugh Graf Germany daniel.bumbaugh@us.army.il I a the 1SG for E Troop, 5th US Cavalry. I understand this is a 3/5th Cav pure web page but, I am interested in the Regiments History of all periods so that, I can ensure that the Troopers of today show the proper respects to past veterans by wearing only authorized unit decorations. I have tried to contact the Regimental Historian before but to no avail. Any brothers in arms out there who can help point me in the right direction please, contact me at daniel.bumbaugh at us.army.mil thank you May 25, 2010 0 217.237.41.249 hugh a smith pigeon mich hootsmith53@yahoo.com I was on Baby brute Jr. From november 70 to sept 71. Like to hear from any one that was in B-Troop Beware of the yellow square!!!! May 25, 2010 0 66.211.83.122 wayne crouch cal. sebwayne@sbcglobal.net i was in viet nam in jan.70 to nov. 70 with b trp.
2nd plt 3/5 cav. I WAS ON A M551 CALLED BABY BURT. May 24, 2010 0 71.141.102.28 Charles Crews Texas crewscontrolmusic@mac.com Thanks for the reply, Tim and Ed. No, I've not seen Schoen or anyone else since returning from VN . . . except for D Troop crew chief Larry Fitzgerald, who came and stayed some days with me in '71. More names are coming back to me, like Dan Drozen, Jim Bard, others. I have some photos to post, including a great one of Schoen, as soon as I figure out how to do it. May 23, 2010 0 24.242.218.128 robert Eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com Were you there.cam lo hwy 9,m48 (GOD) on tube ,DEC 24,1969 : May 23, 2010 0 69.171.160.249 James D. Rush Bartlesville, Oklahoma jdrush38@yahoo.com I served in HHT S4 section in Dong Ha from Oct 1969 to Oct 1970. I would like to here from fellow Black Knights. May 21, 2010 0 208.191.24.219 Ed Chambers Bozeman echam39239@bresnan.net Charles Crews,
Was also in B Trp '66-67. Have you had any contact with Larry Schoen? How about Gerald Blackmun or Vince Becerill? Welcome to the forum. Hope you find someone you know on here. May 19, 2010 0 174.45.80.63 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Hey Charles Crews, how is it going ? This is Tim Beardsley I was also with 3/5 Cav all of 67 and was on track 12. I remember some of the names you mentioned, have you been able to find any of them in the past 40 years ? I have found a few, I caught up with Cicuzza before he died and he was living in San Antonio and Ed Chambers is in Montana. My E-Mail is tstbgpops@yahoo.com May 19, 2010 0 75.89.139.8 Charles Crews Texas crewscontrolmusic@mac.com B Troop 3/5 Oct 67 through Jul 68. I was Redoak 1Bravo. I worked for Sisto Cicuzza. I remember a few names, like Strawn, Larry Schoen, Mario Pino-Maso, Don Grammar, Harry Rainey, Richard T. Grief. Had friends in D Troop, notably Dan Brophy, Bruce Brogoitti, Don Hawkins (all three KIA), Larry Fitzgerald, Doug "Barney" Fife, Charlie Palacios. Some of us went to the same high school in CA. Great to see all of you guys here. Welcome home. May 18, 2010 0 24.242.218.128 Cookie Louisville mwtjcook@insightbb.com I just recived in a email can anyone help this young lady out her dads mame is Thomas Hunt C Troop (67-68),he Passed on to Fiddlers Green 2004 in San Franciso, California. I am his oldest daughter Sharmon L. Hunt. I also do the families genealogy. If any one has information about my father during war would help. I have no pictures of my father when he was at war, so if anyone has any I would really appreicated them. I have a picture of my father when he started in the army. I have my father ashes with me if anyone asks where he is buried at.
Thank you for your time and understanding.
Lets help her out. May 17, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 Gary Monbtie Daytona Beach Fl. gmontie@cfl.rr.com Was in Nam 67-68 B troop Track 34 Don't remember names if anyone recognizes name please contact me. Worked around Wunder Beach May 16, 2010 0 74.138.52.68 Gary Monbtie Daytona Beach Fl. gmontie@cfl.rr.com Was in Nam 67-68 B troop Track 34 Don't remember names if anyone recognizes name please contact me. Worked around Wunder Beach May 16, 2010 Y 0 97.104.23.127 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Still looking for troopers who might have served with me 5-67to5-68 ATrp.3rd plt. I was a member of each tank crew at one time or another during tour. Some names I remember Leroy Boone,John Lay,John White,Sgt.Ute,Ray LIttman,Gino Stevens,a mortarman Lenard. Maybe Tom Rothwell might remember some of us. I am not sure if Tom was in 3rd plt. during this time period or not,but I noticed his recent mess. mentioning Carter, I was on that tank the day he broke his neck when the widowmaker fell on our tank,never found out if he servived or not. Will be waiting to hear from anyone who served with me or fellow troopers. Contactme through Email or phone 530-223-5852. May 16, 2010 0 70.140.219.228 Donald Stantz A tp 2 pt dstantz@hotmail.com Ronald Goree, Hay ron if you here from George Smith please let use know he was a great help to the guys in A trp would like to here from him. thanks Ron May 15, 2010 0 96.254.5.47 Ronald B Goree Decatur AL rgoree2816@charter.net I am trying to locate George Paul Smith who was Troop clerk of A troop 68/69. My last contact with him was in Louisville,KY in 1972. Does anyone know where he is? May 12, 2010 0 71.91.8.68 Tim Neely Florida timfish2@yahoo.com Reading up with my 14 year old son on my cousin Robert Murphy, KIA Jan.1, 1968 May 11, 2010 0 67.76.14.36 Charles Eakes North Carolina lonewolf1287@hotmail.om looking for anyone in B comp 2nd plt Dec 1968/Dec 1969 base Camp Evans worked out of Quang Tri, fire base C1 + C2 fire base brown, A Shau Valley nick name Sunshine 113 driver can contact me on my email address lonewolf1287@hotmail.com May 10, 2010 0 97.112.176.38 Larry Sullivan Greentown,In. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers, it is my sad duty to report the passing of the A Troop Representative Roger Festa. He passed of a heart attack while on a business trip in Texas. Roger was my Platoon Leader in 1967 and was a true friend. Arrangements are pending,burial will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Please keep his wife Ann and family in your prayers. Larry Sullivan-BIA, Black Knights Pres. May 10, 2010 0 76.214.112.238 RICHARD BLOCK mich now kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Rick Hoban I'm thinking we came to the A/Trp about the same time They were in the field and we stayed in the same bks while waiting on them to return.?? May 9, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 Rick Hoban wichita falls texas rick.hoban@att.net John Toohill. I was in A troop from Nov 67 till Oct 68. May 9, 2010 0 66.138.202.214 dave grant iowa HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO ALL OF 3/5 E TROOP May 9, 2010 0 75.170.234.6 William Hill Seattle williampsam@yahoo.com With great sadness and grief I regretfully write to you, to inform you of the passing of my father one of your brothers who made sure to have me know about the pride he has in you and his military expierence. Jerry Leroy Hill 3/5 cav, 9th inf. dischared due to injury in action Dec. 4th 1968, died friday may 6th 7:30pm 2010. I'm sorry about your loss I know he meant to you as he did to me. William A Hill May 8, 2010 0 98.232.56.93 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT Pat Fagan,
I always told you guys that someday your grand kids are going to ask you what you did during the war and you can tell them something that anyone would be proud to have done. I know all of you feel proud because you had the guts to answer your country's call. Corny? Yeah, but it's true.
How many of us would do it all over again? May 2, 2010 0 74.41.144.221 Robert Eaton colo kaelobo@yahoo.com Ok here is the latest,LT J.Robertson got in country jan 5,1969, i am looking for dec 24 1969. thank you J.C.and others for all you have done to help me on my quest,take care brothers..............usmc May 2, 2010 0 69.171.160.42 Tom Rothwell Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Puttin my 2 cents worth in. Still lookin for the people who had the the nuts to ride with me. How bout the Scout section, Sgt Gutterize rings a bell.La Bonte, mortor section, Carter, tank section, Chaffins,1st plt. I think, Sanborn, stuck with me. The mind is fading but the feelings are still there. Craig,lost your number. If ya wanna BS, I'm here for awhile longer. Hope your doing well. Fergusen ,be good. Till next time, Ciao. May 2, 2010 0 4.235.6.140 Walter Hopkins upstate New York wwebehop@aol.com Has anyone else,had trouble with the 3/5 website? I tried to look at Fiddlers Green, and it keeps taking me to membership form, or D troop website. May 2, 2010 0 68.236.149.144 John Toohill LeRoy, IL ntoohill@hotmail.com I was with A Troop, 1st Platoon, March 67 to March 68. Would like to hear from Bill Stahl (sp?) from IL and Larry Pringer (sp?) from OH. Contact me at 309-275-2233. May 2, 2010 0 97.17.112.143 donnie joule reno,nv djoule@sbcglobal.net ATT: HUGH SMITH,

DO YOU HAVE ALL INFO FOR THE 2010 B TROOP
REUNION? IF NOT CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE
MISSING SOME INFO.

DONNIE JOULE B TROOP 68-69 May 1, 2010 0 75.0.14.122 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net Ed, you and Cicuzza spent a year trying to teach us to keep our heads down, some just don't know now they can raise them up, and hold them high. May 1, 2010 0 208.61.159.136 Robert Eaton Colo kaelobo@yahoo.com welcome home to all my brothers,thanks to you i have made one more step to find anyone that seen what went down on Dec24 69 m48(GOD)on tube.on fire,cam lo/hwy9,now iam trying to contact lieutenant john Roberson, he is a lawyer now.and than again i mite have the name wrong,you guys have been lot of help, thank you............kaelobo@yahoo.com.....usmc April 30, 2010 0 69.171.160.153 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Anyone doing Rolling Thunder April 29, 2010 0 208.45.121.237 Fred Calvo Texas fredglori@yahoo.com Hey BIA's doing good and listening to Oldies and was inspired to write this words Fred Calvo.. cancer like the sound of silence grows, and when pain and darkness come like a bridge over troubled water i will lay me down, but here comes the sun and everything is going to be alright. words inspired by George Harrison(Beatles), Simon& Garfunkel April 29, 2010 0 67.11.84.188 Thomas Tipton Sacramento, CA Thomas.Tipton@DHCS.ca.Gov Hello All,

My name is Tom Tipton. My Cousin Tim Tipton was a 11B in C Troop from November 2, 1968 until he was killed at Nui Tot Mon on April 18, 1969. I was wondering if you could share any personal information regarding this battle (I've read the AAR on the website, which by the way, is an awesome website). Do you know what type of track he was assigned to? How many tracks were in C troop? What sort of responsibilities would an 11B have on a track?

I plan on visiting Northern I Corp in March of 2011 with a group called Vietnam Battlefield Tours. Any information or that relates to Tim and C Troop would be very much appreciated. My cell phone number is (916) 224-1911 and home number is (916) 629-9137.

Thanks you all for your service and welcome home. You're all Heros in my book.

Tom Tipton April 27, 2010 0 158.96.4.13 Mike Cook mwtjcook@insightbb.com From: pigeon. Mi

ALL B TROOPERS HEADS UP any one from B-Troop, 70-71. going to the reunion.I'll be there, Hugh-Whitty-Smith. Guy Hilden-Dave Whitehead-Z-Franklen hope to see ya there.
April 26, 2010 0 74.132.194.27 hugh smith pigeon. Mi any one from B-Troop, 70-71. going to the reunion.I'll be there, Hugh-Whitty-Smith. Guy Hilden-Dave Whitehead-Z-Franklen hope to see ya there. April 23, 2010 Y 0 208.99.238.29 Lloyd Edwards C Trp 1970 lloydgedwards@msn.com Sgt Leroy King!! It's nice to know you are OK. You were my platoon Sgt for a while. I also remember when you were on the CO's track. Welcome home. I hope you make a reunion. You will know a few people. I was Platoon Leader of 1st platoon C Trp from May to October 1970. April 23, 2010 0 24.22.240.85 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Well right now this page has several B Troopers checking in. B troop 1st Platoon, and proud of it. I agree that it seems like a lot of B Trooper's are hiding or haven't figured out that there is a web site for3/5 Cav April 20, 2010 0 75.89.135.220 jeff lapp C Trp 69-70 Penns Grove NJ jkl134@hotmail.com Fellow troopers Today is the anniversary of the night and battle charlie troopers will never forget. Let us never forget an always honor our fallen troopers who fought so bravely to protect us and our contry. Some Men give it their all our troopers gave it all. God Bless them and their families today April 19, 2010 0 98.110.98.212 david Narrow potsdam, new york nkimble@gmail.com Today is the anniversary of my first night in the field with A Troop, 3plt in 1969; my heartfelt condolences to C Troop, who lost a number of good men this night when their ndp was attacked. We were in a "blocking position" and watched while this happened, unable to go to your assistance due to orders...I still feel the guilt of being unable to help, and remember so well the reception you guys gave us the next morning. You were the heros...such bravery, such brotherhood. I'd love to hear from any of you-please call me at (315) 262-2497. My tears are with you. April 17, 2010 0 71.182.100.157 Dave Grant Iowa WELL UI HOPE ALL YOU B-TROOPERS ARE COMING TO THE B-TROOP REUNION THIS JULY IN OHIO. YOUR REP DAVE GRANT April 17, 2010 0 75.170.234.6 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT (Big Sky) echam39239@bresnan.net Pat,
I was wondering the same thing. Those B Troopers that went over on the boat have been especially hard to find. One day they're gonna pop up. April 15, 2010 0 69.144.197.90 art reynolds oxford ny sometimes i do think some of us are hiding b troop 68 to 69 April 15, 2010 0 74.46.15.140 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net B Troop, 1st Platoon, Ft Riley Ks., Viet Nam 66-67.

Why is it so hard to track down guys from B Troop? Cacuzza taught us well. April 15, 2010 0 24.181.112.138 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com John sounds good I will be around give me a call 218.749.1561 April 13, 2010 0 71.221.32.59 John Witham St. Paul mn RICK H. I guess I should have told you who I am. Was with HHT at Camp Evans from Feb 69 to Feb 70. April 12, 2010 0 209.23.169.128 Tom Porter Missoula,Montana tapwar69@aol.com I was with Dtrp 3/5 cav at Vihn Long in 70 and 71. Met Joel Church at a gun show, he told me about the great web site you guys have. I have only been on the light horse air cav site. Have a great one guys.. April 12, 2010 0 209.137.225.109 JOHN WITHAM ST PAUL MN RICK HOCEVAR: I WILL BE SPENDING A WEEK AT LAKE VERMILLION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF AUGUST. I WILL BE PASSING THRU VIRGINIA ON 31st OF JULY. IF YOU HAVE TIME AND WANT T HAVE A BEER ON MY WAY THRU YOUR TOWN, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. April 10, 2010 0 209.23.168.199 Dewey Fambry The Colony Texas wolf380@swbell.net I am looking for information on Roger Price from Paintville Ky. Roger was a Tank driver in B Troop in 69-70. I found a note from his Daughter, but no other information. April 10, 2010 0 99.136.83.94 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow "A" troopers, just a reminder that the early signup date for our reunion is May 3. Aft27936er that, the special rates no longer apply. For more info, go to the A Troop sight on the website.Any questions, contact Roger Festa, whose e-mail address is on the A Troop page. Hope to see you in Stl Louis! Larry Sullivan-BIA April 7, 2010 0 69.219.227.34 hank toborg phillipsville calf ruger@asis.com travis call me hank !!!!!!707/9435333 April 5, 2010 0 66.81.37.45 Ron Thomas So. Cal Senseithomaswcjc@aol.com I proudly served with A Troop 3/5 Air Cav from 1973, until 1976 I would like to here from anyone who I served with. April 5, 2010 0 68.27.6.139 Rob Klock Scottsdale, Az klockrob@yahoo.com To David Narrow,
I remember the guys you mentioned, I was in A Trp, 3rd Plt until late Nov. of 69. I tried to call but there was no answer and it sounded like your phone was down. You can call me at 520-508-7077. I think I remember you as well. April 4, 2010 0 75.243.147.40 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com Still looking for people who sserved in the flame platoon at Dong Ha. Loooking to get in contact with Harrison Justice one of the plankowners of the flame platoon. There was nothing better then makng Napalm first thing in the morning. April 2, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 robert eaton colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com Dear sir i was hopeing that mybe you could help me connect with the other guys that mite guide me in the right direction, about dec 24 1969 cam lo, m48burning, iam not trying to be a pain in the but if there is any thing ican do any thing,let me know please, my phone 720 785 0419 my email is....kaelobo@yahoo.com.....take care sir. April 1, 2010 0 69.171.160.165 john hathcock bokchito oklahoma john.1949@hotmail.com I was commo chief for b/troop from about june 1970 till feb 21st 71, when in the field i rode track 60, capt young was in comand when i left March 29, 2010 0 75.169.107.157 Bob Griffith Rhode Island rgriffith@doa.ri.gov I may be traveling to VN in September. Looking to visit AO in North (Wunder Beach, Evans, Dong Ha, etc). Would appreciate tips from anyone who has been back. Thanks rgriffith@doa.ri.gov March 29, 2010 0 158.123.113.150 Ray Littmann Waterford,Wiscomsin chiefraycw3@yahoo.com i was with A-troop 1-67 thru 1-68 I was on 35 at bau bang Sgt Rorie was my TC doc Fritzgerald was on 35 that night ( the next day he dug schrapnal out of my neck and arm) May or June I went to A-37 driver with Carter and Gino Stevens ,Iforgot who the TC was.I rember Terry Pilkington came to the tank and Sgt. Utke.Looking some names I renber are Vinny Van Lone 35-Newell 38 Lowel-Hall he was on a track I plan on going to 2011 reunion in ky. March 29, 2010 0 174.102.181.227 Robert Colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com ATTN Dean J. Moretti and Juan R. Cantu I am one of the Marines that was on that tank and we disconnected it. The other Marine has serious health issues from Agent Orange and his wounds that he obtained in Vietnam. I visited him 6 months ago his health is bad. There was a colonel that was there in a jeep. He took our serial numbers and our names and put us up for a bronze star, which we never recieved. The other Marines name is Chuck my name is Bob. We never thought we were gonna make it out of Vietnam so we could care a less, but Chucks children sure do want that award and im doing my best to obtain it. My email address is kaelobo@yahoo.com my phone number is 720-785-0419 I have been looking for over a year. I would really appreciate any response day or night-anytime USMC March 27, 2010 0 69.171.160.33 Juan R.cantu Weslaco,Texas juanrcantu@yahoo.com I do remember that 48 with the name God on it.We had to spend the whole night guarding the 48.Also remember how it caught fire. March 27, 2010 0 72.178.175.186 Dean J Moretti Lackawanna, N.Y. djmo19@msn.com The 48 with GOD on gun tube burnt on highway 9 just before CamLo village. Driver hatch opened while being towed by VTR. A spark caught oil on hull floor on fire. Burnt all evening and all night. It was Dec. 69 or Jan 70 . 3/5 cav C troop 3rd platoon secured road. Do remember Marines but no names. No one was happy about GOD on gun tube. SGT was warned that bad things would happen ! March 26, 2010 0 76.180.192.54 James Princinsky Saginaw, MI recon11d10@aol.com I was in Btrp 3rd plt. from Dec.69 to May 70.I was on a Sheridan No.39.A few of the guys that I remember were Doc Dugard, Sgt.John Bayless, Micky Myers, Dick Bass and a guy named Frenchy.I was dusted off May 14 after a night ambush in Cam Lo Valley.I just wondered if anyone remembers me or any of the guys I mentioned. Remember "BEWARE OF THE YELLOW SQUARE". March 26, 2010 0 75.21.174.8 John C. Bohnert St. Louis, MO jcbohnert48@yahoo.com I was in Dang Ha 1969-70. If you were there please send me an email. March 26, 2010 0 24.255.4.64 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Was in 3rd plt. A Trp from 5-67 to 5-68 and was on all 3 tanks at one time or another. Looking for anyone in my plt. at this time of operations who might still be around to get in touch with me. A few names I remember are John Lay, Leroy(Daniel)Boone,Sgt.Weakly,and thats where the mind starts to fade. After 42 years I still have all Cav. members in my thoughts and will never forget my brothers. March 23, 2010 0 71.157.182.20 Robert colorado kaelobo@yahoo.com M48 3/5cav looking for anyone that knows anything about an M48 tank with "GOD" on the barrel. I am one of the 2 Marines that were standing on top of it when it was on fire and exploading. any information to the name of the colonel standing in his jeep screaming would be greatly appreciated. welcome home all usmc March 22, 2010 0 69.171.160.75 Johnny Eaves Okla. City eavesjohn@att.net David Smith if you remember me give me a call. I was in the 2nd platoon with Block in 1968. John Eaves. My e-mail address is eavesjohn@att.net March 21, 2010 0 76.198.242.21 David Narrow Potsdam, new york kimble@gmail.com I was with 3/5 Cav, A Troop 3 Platoon from April '69-April '70 on track 3-2 (I think.) My TC was Nino Trajillo (sp?) and my driver was Ernest Cole; I was on the 50 cal. Within a few weeks of my arrival my Lt. was killed by a Tiger Scout who was "cleaning" his 45 pistol. Recall an Evon Desjorden (sp?) who was TC on an M48 and a guy whose nickname was "Glass." At a crossing at the Cam Lo River, a guy who had just turned 18 and was out in the field with us (and had been so anxious for this opportunity) was the driver on a PC which hit a mine; he lost his leg.
Anyone in the 3rd Platoon A Troop please call me at (315)262-2497. I would be so glad to hear from anyone who remembers these events or whose tour may have coincided/overlapped with mine.
It's been such a long time; I miss and love all of you and think of you daily.
PS-Our Platoon Sgt. was called "Big Daddy." March 19, 2010 0 71.182.100.157 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Walter Hopkins, I was in B trp at the same as you . I went over with the group on the ship, Ed Chambers made a post to you, I was I think on APC ? 12 but not sure I was on the same track most of the tour, I was there when the tank and your track hit the mines. Glad to see your post, B trp is having a reunion up in Oh this summer, and 3/5 will have its next summer. tstbgpops@yahoo.com March 15, 2010 0 75.89.128.190 Thomas R. Niman Kenosha, WI thomas_niman@msn.com Served in Charlie Troop at Ft. Lewis, Wa from early 1976 to May 1978 as Flight Operations NCO March 14, 2010 0 69.217.167.58 Dan Titus B Trp 3rd Plt 34 drv 01-07/68 dtitus1@earthlink.net Been to old site but first on new site. Good Job!! I was with 3/5 B Trp from January to end of June, 1968. I was the driver on 34 track for most of this time.
remember some names but forget some after over 40 years. After July, 68 I got to get out of the field with an outfit back at Long Binh. Ward from HHQ Plt joined me a few days later. Some guys went back home because of death in families, Wilder and Indian on track 35 who was driver when they got ambushed in I Corp west of Dong Ha on
April 3 and we lost 3 troopers. Ben Hitte and Pimbrook, you out there??
TC was "Pollock" from Chicago when we went north to Da Nang and later to I Corp. Going to try to make it to July reunion in Ohio!! My email address is dtitus1@earthlink.net March 9, 2010 0 4.90.22.115 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net Walter Hopkins.....I was the first platoon scout section leader for the first half of my tour. Sgt Cooper and I were together from Ft Riley. Your 14 track was brought back to Blackhorse basecamp. I have a picture of it. Did you know a guy named Becerril? Email me if you'd like. echam39239@bresnan.net. March 8, 2010 0 69.144.197.90 Walter Hopkins uostate New York wwebehop@aol.com Forgot to mention, was driving b14apc on nov4,67 when a mine flipped the track, and Sgt Alex Cooper was killed. I still have the clapper board--made of bamboo,and copper wire, that set the mine off.The track was towed to ausse firebase, and taken out with a sky crane. March 8, 2010 0 71.245.147.158 Walter Hopkins upstate New York wwebehop@aol.com APC14 driver B troop 3/5 cav sept 67-feb68--infused to 1/1 cav after Tet to ride a M132 flamethrower track in I corps till deros . Can't remember names, but I'm sure there are still old friends that still can. Proud to have served with such a great bunch of fellow troopers. A lot of water over the dam, but will never regret the service to our country. God Bless you all. March 7, 2010 0 71.245.147.158 Richard "Doc" Lehman Maryland lehman9275@hotmail.com Senior medic C troop 1970-71 Looking forward to C troop reunion in williamsburg Va this august, March 7, 2010 0 160.253.0.8 Brian Grace Ireland briangrace@eircom.net 3/5 c troop on Upshur from ft riley 1966..Dont remember many names The big P SGT Ponserella. Was on c10
motar carrier......For Tom Rothwell remember apc catching fire off highway 13 operation junction city early '67 C4 and gas don't mix too well. If I remember correctly the 50 Cal started firing on it's own before the grenades started going off.
Good health and blessings to you all..... March 6, 2010 0 86.40.225.221 DAVE GRANT B TROOP REP IOWA btrooper@q.com TO ALL TROOPERS COMING TO THE B TROOP REUNION THIS JULY IN OHIO THE CUT OFF DATE FOR SPECIAL RATES IS JUNE 17. YOU CAN CALL THE HOTEL DIRECT AT 1-440 324 0099 OR CALL TOLL FREE 1-800 456 4000. TELL THEM YOU ARE WITH THE BLACKKNIGHTS. March 3, 2010 0 75.170.234.6 art reynolds oxford ny Dave,I would be more than happy to have a beer with a new friend,ART February 26, 2010 0 74.39.163.123 DAVID SMITH SUPERIOR, WI lindave710@yahoo.com THIS IS FOR ART. SORRY, I GUESS I'M LIKE ALOT OF VETS WHO HAVE A LACK OF NAME MEMORIES. IF YOU EVER COME TO NORTHERN WISCONSIN I OWE YOU A COUPLE BEERS.
SGT. BLOCK - I DON'T KNOW IF I WILL GO TO FORT KNOX BUT I'LL BE THINKING ABOUT IT.
GARY ELLIS - I WAS IN 2ND PLATOON A TROOP FROM DEC 67 TO APR 68 (#23 TRACK AND #28 TANK), THEN A MONTH IN THE HOSPITAL,THEN HHT UNTIL DEC. February 26, 2010 0 71.13.28.86 bruce travis glasgow kentucky bruce travis@glasgow-.com just ran across site hard to remenber all the names or places left country in march 1971 from a hill top north west dong ha shared fox hole with hank toborg any one there can contact me 270-678 5322 February 25, 2010 0 12.154.104.244 Gary Ellis Sacramento,CA kqql59@yahoo.com This for David Smith, what platoon with A Trp?
I was with 2nd Platoon June 69 to April 70 driver of 26 command track for Lt. McCandlis, he died in field 5 Feb 70, Sgt. Gary Turner my TC, welcome home to you and all our Cav. Brothers. February 23, 2010 0 69.111.101.21 art reynolds oxford ny i did my A.I.T. AT fort polk,sorry wrong art February 23, 2010 0 74.39.163.123 richard block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net david are you going to make it to ft knox next year?should be alot of the guys from 2nd plt their then. February 22, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 DAVID SMITH SUPERIOR, WI lindave710@yahoo.com THIS IS FOR ART REYNOLDS. I THINK WE WENT TROUGH A.I.T AT FORT KNOX TOGETHER. I WAS ALSO IN 3/5 CAV A TROOP. AFTER VIET NAM I WENT BACK TO FORT KNOX AND I THINK YOU CAME OVER TO OUR HOUSE ON POST AND HAD A FEW BEERS WITH ME. I HOPE YOU ARE DOING GOOD. February 22, 2010 0 71.13.28.86 Gail Davis Mountain, WI gandjdavis@gmail.com I was with B troop in early 69. The only ones I remember are Art Reynolds,Sgt. Fisher and Ski.I knocked my knee cap off and they put me in a cast.I Hoped around Evans on crutches for a while getting drunk and braking the cast so they sent me to Japan.Thats the last time I seen any of you guys.I have some pictures from hospital Will try to enter February 22, 2010 0 63.135.147.19 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hi I was on 22 track delta with Charles Serrit, Poncho, Doc Thompson Gerimo, Dave Ventura, Bickford from Feb 1970 to April 1971 February 20, 2010 0 71.221.38.252 Hugh A Smith Pigeon Mi 48755 hootsmith53@yahoo.com I was on 29 Sheridan Baby Brute Jr. They called meHoot or Whitty. 9-2-70 to 9-3-71, My frinds Guy Hilden-Sammual Brown-Fracklin-Steve-Dave Whitehead Battle Jim Z. any buddy around!!! February 19, 2010 0 66.211.83.203 Lonnie Zebell Three Oaks Mi lzebell@att.net I was in the 1st platoon B-troop 3/5 cav 2/70 to 3/71
I was the driver of 1-7 a sheridan with Rosemarys
Baby on the gun tube I drove for pappy Plt Sgt
John Cordell. my gunner was Tom Link from Leesville La. mt call sign was double D I keep in touch with Al VanDerwall form Ne
GOOD LUCK TO YOU ALL.. February 19, 2010 0 76.212.62.205 tom rothwell fla maddocr@peoplepc.com Does anyone rember playing tag while rolling towards Xuan Loc. I sure do Just checkin in. Have a great one . February 17, 2010 0 4.235.6.143 doyle gonzales (speedy) salt lake city ut doyleg@live.com thank you for the site sorry it took so long to look for I was with 3 units but c troup 3/5 was was home. to all the brother that became my bros. I think I shall forget Powells Greg Strickland Doc Rivera Ill not or cant ever forget ya There it is Speedy February 15, 2010 0 97.94.238.250 JOHN WITHAM ST.PAUL, MN MIKE BUXTON, IT SEEMS LIKE A CENTURY AGO THAT WE WERE AT CAMP EVANS. I CAN STILL FEEL THE HEAT. WILL SEND YOU A E-MAIL. GOD BLESS ALL THE CAV. February 15, 2010 0 65.45.141.128 Hugh A Smith Pigeon Mi 48755 hootsmith53@yahoo.com I was on 29 track B Troop 70-71. Beware of the yellow square !!!!! February 15, 2010 0 208.99.238.148 George Klenk (chip) Kansas City klenkiii@bresnan.net A Trp 3/5 Cav. Wounded 21 June 1967. A/Cav Driver H.E. Gordon KIA. CO Cpt Ward. February 15, 2010 0 98.127.206.24 art reynolds oxford ny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET waounded,feb 3 1969,got through it,now jan 5 2010,abdominal aortic aneurysm operate or die,i sure hope this is the last,iam getting very tired b troop track 33 68 to 69 February 12, 2010 0 70.101.236.208 Mike Buxton U S of A John Witham Email me,we were at Evans the same time. hht91@midmaine.com February 11, 2010 0 67.8.179.208 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net B Trp 1st Plat 66-67. February 9, 2010 0 69.144.197.90 John Witham St. Paul, Mn www.gypsycat@netzero.net Mike Cook, I have added my E-Mail address to the guest book. Would appreciate some info on that reunion. Thanks February 9, 2010 0 65.45.140.80 George R Brown Odessa,TX. geokimbrown@yahoo.com I WAS PLT.SGT of Airo RIFLE PLT D TROOP 3/5.1966-JUNE 1967.AND THE TRANSFERD TO A CO 5/60. February 9, 2010 0 99.34.156.240 john lang usa nanchangjohn@hotmail.com my father in law served in d troop from 68-69 david dayson, seeing if anyone served or new him February 9, 2010 0 72.70.209.91 Mike Cook Louisville KY mwtjcook@insightbb.com John what is your email address you didn't leave it in the guestbook C Troop is having a reunion in Williamsburg VA in August I will send you more information on it, I was there in 69 also. Mike Cook C Troop Rep. February 8, 2010 0 74.132.197.219 JOHN WITHAM ST PAUL MN MIKE BUXTON; I WAS WITH C TROOP FOR MTHE FIRST TWO MONTHS I WAS THERE, AT PHONG DIEN. THEN I WAS TRANSFERRED TO HEADQUARTERS TROOP AND WE WENT TO DONG HA, OR CAMP EVANS ABOUT APRIL OF 69. THE 3RD MMARINE DIV WAS LEAVING AT THAT TIME. I DON'T REMEMBER WHAT PLATOON I WOULD HAVE BEEN IN. YOU GUYS WERE IN THE FIELD, AND I WAS AT CAMP EVANS PUSHING PAPER. I WAS TROOP CLERK AND AWARDS AND DECORATIONS CLERK. IF YOUR R AND R WENT WITHOUT A HITCH THEN THAT WAS ME MTHAT MADE THAT HAPPEN. I DID GET A RIDE TO FIRE BASE C-2 SEVERAL TIMES TO DO SOME AWARDS AND DECORATIONS WORK. C TROOP WAS IN ANLO VALLEY IN APRIL OF 69 AND I SPENT A FEW MDAYS AT C-2 WRITING UP PURPLE HEARTS, BRONZE STARS, AND SILVER STARS. I HAD IT EASY, YOU GUYS WERE THE REAL GUYS OF THE CAV. ANYWAYS THANKS FOR ASKING, I DON,T REMEMBER WHAT PLATOON I WAS IN . I HOPE I COULD MAKE A REUNION SOME TIME IF I WAS WELCOME. THANKS MIKE, TAKE CARE. February 8, 2010 0 65.45.141.129 Mike Buxton U S of A hht91@midmaine.com John Witham what platoon were you in? February 4, 2010 0 67.8.179.208 JOHN WITHAM ST PAUL MN I WAS WITH HHT FROM FEB69 TO FEB 70. CAN SOMEONE TELL ME IF THE REUNIONS ARE BY TROOP ONLY OR ALL OF THE 3/5 CAV. tHANKS. February 2, 2010 0 65.45.140.108 John Skelly Heuvelton, NY jskelly003@twcny.rr.com I was a medic assingded to 3/5 but attached to 2nd 34th Armor. I"m afraid that like many of you I've forgotten many names too. I would like to know if anyone can remember Mitchell Teich or his pal Curly. This was in 1970 and they were part of a motar crew with their own PC.They were 3/5 and I would like to hear from them.We leave the place behind but the memories we keep. February 2, 2010 0 67.249.234.125 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com to all it been a long time coming and a long wait i finally got rated for PTSD. Its been a well worth while battle with the VA. I want to thank all of those who gave me advise and buddie letters to help me in my case. I know im late but I want wish u'll a happy new year. In God we Trust. God bless america. January 30, 2010 0 206.174.140.63 Joe Justice Freeport fl. Bayman2154@aol.com I was with the 2 plt. 1966 to dec 67 January 30, 2010 0 68.1.90.212 dan searls zanesville ohio dannysearls@yahoo.com served in b trp.from oct.67 thru may of 68 can not remember names. can not forget tet or boat trip to dong ha.rank e 4 would like to talk to any fellow black knights. January 29, 2010 0 63.144.127.93 Rebecca Merrill Saint Louis ritchie_becca@yahoo.com I was wondering of anyone knew my father Gerald L. Ritchie? He was a 1st Lieutenant, Armour Platoon Leader, 3rd Squadron, 5th Calvary, 9th Infantry Division. I know he took pride in serving with you gentleman, I wanted to let you know he passed away Sunday January, 17th 2010. His funeral services are this weekend and his ashes are going to be buried at Jefferson Barracks on Monday Feb. 1st. If you know my father please e-mail me at ritchie_becca@yahoo.com. Thank you for your time.

Sincerely, Rebecca January 28, 2010 0 68.184.195.18 Daniel Revennaugh Florida drevennaugh@bellsouth.net D troop 68 69 January 27, 2010 0 74.182.227.12 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com 2nd Platoon 22 track January 27, 2010 0 71.217.247.31 David Narrow Potsdam, new york nkimble@gmail.com Rick, what platoon were you in? January 27, 2010 0 68.238.86.246 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Was with A trp Feb 70 to April 71 will be at reunion with Poncho January 27, 2010 0 71.217.247.31 Willian Fonley Allen Dunlap ,Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Don Stewart, I guess I was you replacement. I got in C trp. Maint. in June 70. January 26, 2010 0 69.66.129.194 Richard Block KENTUCKY rwblock@newwavecomm.net joe justice what time frame was you with the 2nd plt? mine was 67/68 January 26, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 Richard Block KENTUCKY rwblock@newwavecomm.net JOE January 26, 2010 0 72.51.207.162 Joe m. Justice freeport, fl bayman2154@AOL.COM Served with the 2nd platoon A troop would like to hear from some of the brothers I served with.Have had some health problems.Hope to make the A troop reunion in June. January 25, 2010 0 68.1.90.212 RED Hagan It's great to see some D troopers checking in. I hope you all check out the D troop web site. lighthorseaircav.com There is D troop reunion coming up in April in Austell GA. You can find out more about it on the site. I was in Dtrp 67-68 in the OH-23's scout ships. January 23, 2010 0 75.88.87.168 Donald Armstrong New Hampshire cavman@dtroop35cav.org Joined up with D troop in July of 68 at Bearcat and ETSed in May of 69 from Dong Tam after extending for an early out. Before that I was on Camp Holloway in Pleiku. January 23, 2010 0 24.61.227.57 gary olson texas gorabbit@peoplepc.com d troop 3/5 1968-69 January 23, 2010 0 4.231.153.68 Rawlin E Hagan aka RED Beatrice, Nebraska fhagan@windstream.net Ken Roundtree I was also a Fort Riley trooper. give me a call. 402-223-8307 January 22, 2010 0 75.88.87.168 Don Stewart Tennessee dlstewart01@comcast.net Was in C Troop from April 1969 to Mar 1970. Maintenance, Hung out with Davis some and Goss from Pekin. Ill. Sold Rosie my Smith&Wesson 38 before I left. Found a Government 45 and gave it to Teagarden because he lost his. Was with Nicholas Deangelo when he shot himself in the hand. Remember Sgt White from east Tn. Called him lumpy Chicken. He was always after piggy snacks. I am going to go to a reunion one of these days. Maybe Fort Knox. January 21, 2010 0 71.228.197.77 Kenneth Rountree Gun Barrel City Texas 75156 kenrountree@hotmail.com I went to Nam in 1967 from Ft Riley Ks and was in D Trp armed helicopters. Thanks to all who served and may all our brothers be remembed and there families that we lost January 21, 2010 0 64.234.52.197 david narrow potsdam, new york I served with A TROOP 3RD PLATOON in '69-'70. I was TC on (I think) track 3 2. I remember a few names including Ernest Cole and Nino Trajillo (sp). who was TC when I arrived. Ernest Cole was the driver. Would like to hear from anyone in A TRP 3RD PLT when I was there. Don't have e-mail but please call me anytime at (315)262-2497. After they DEROSed I became TC. I was leading the column on the DMZ and was ordered to cross a creek that had already been used and refused knowing it was mined and led the column where we made a new crossing. Our Lt. was not happy!!!!!!! Please call;so many memories, so many good guys-don't remember names but you all live in my heart forever; think about you every day. January 20, 2010 0 68.238.86.246 Ron Gould mich rag.2020@hotmail.com july 69 70 c troop welcome back all get in touch January 19, 2010 0 69.14.46.205 Earl McDonald Green River,Wyo medic_mac5@yahoo.com Some my remember me. i was a medic in hht and A trp,1plt, on 13 trk and on the 43 in HHT. iwas country 6-67 to 6-68, i was traded from the 11acr, in oct67. i was in xuan loc , long bien, bien hua, for the tet, in 68.did boat trip north, A trp got stranded in da nang, we later joined up withHHT, in dong ha. my problem is i knew a lot people, but can remember very few names. but i do have a lot of faces in my memories. i am thinking of making the trip t St Louis in june January 15, 2010 0 71.209.80.125 Peter Moore New York, now living in S. FL pwmoorefl@bellsouth.net Happy New Year! Looks like Sue and I missed a great reunion in Bransom. Looking forward to reunion in 2011. Can't make the A troop reunion in June. HQ, A Trp. 67-68. January 15, 2010 0 98.64.221.66 LEROY KING PELHAM, NORTH CAROLINA king.leroy@ymail.com Joined 3/5 cav at camp Eagle in 69,HHQ plt
mortar section, Sgt Sapp was plt leader, Capt
Walker was commander.Moved to Dong Ha in Sept
of 69,took over from 3rd Marine Div.
Would love to hear from someone who serviced
at that time, like sgt Johnson, sgt King, sgt
Zerimba, John Pluckett, sgt Parker.
Welcome Home Guys. January 15, 2010 0 71.54.151.144 Gail Davis Mountain, WI gandjdavis@gmail.com I am trying to contact Art Reynolds. I am from B Troop, 1969.
Please advise.
thanks,
Gail January 14, 2010 Y 0 63.135.150.114 donald stantz port richey fl dstantz@hoymail.com Happy new year every one, Hey frank i see you were trying to get in contact with me, my email is dstantz@hotmail.com I am glad to see things are going well for you , hope to here from you January 11, 2010 0 96.243.184.27 rick Hoban texas rick.hoban@att.net Greetings! Has anyone heared from or about Jay Vespia was in A troop HQ platoon 67-68 January 9, 2010 0 65.67.180.102 Michelle Coffey Ellis Oneida, TN michelle_ellis2007@yahoo.com I am the daughter of SFC William(Bill) L. Coffey-deceased. He was in the 3rd Platoon, B-Troop & in Viet Nam from Dec. 1970-Mar. 1971. If you knew him, please get in touch w/me @ my email that's listed on the Webmaster. Thanks. Plus, I also want to say, thank you to all of you who served our country & to those of you who still do. I appreciate your service & sacrifice & those of your families. January 6, 2010 0 12.229.106.75 Frank Brooklyn NY and Seoul Korea mordeop@kornet.net Received a nice Xmas present from the VA last week, Took 36 years to ghet my disability. Now I have to live another 36 years top tick them off.

Anyone that was in the Razorback Valley, Operation Montana Mauler with the Marines March April 69 that needs help or particulars on Agent Orange feel free to contact me.
trying to contact Donald Stanz 2nd platoon.

Have a good New Year
Old Sarge
A21 BIA January 3, 2010 0 121.162.45.127 juanrcantu Weslaco,Tx All 3/5 Cav Blackknights.Happy New Year.Juan January 1, 2010 0 66.68.206.131 Mike Buxton US of A hht91@midmaine.com HAPPY NEW YEAR January 1, 2010 0 67.8.177.182 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL.....IF YOU AIN'T CAV

YOU AIN'T s*** December 31, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 John Witham St Paul Mn gypsycat@netzero.net Was with HHT from Feb 69-Feb 70. Found this site by accident one day. Would like to find Melvin Dorsey, Jack Walker, & Alexander Quick. Welcome home to all of us, job well done. December 31, 2009 0 65.45.140.204 Lloyd Edwards C Trp, 1st Plt 1970 lloydgedwards@msn.com Hey Greg:
Just saw your post fom end of Nov.--Have been in Mexico for a couple of weeks. Hope all is well. Too bad you didn't make Branson. Mike Moore, Gomer, Randy Heber, Cpt Bachman, Bill gibbs(2nd Plt Ldr), John Robertson(3rd Plt ldr) and others were there. Mike looked and sounded good for having been all blowed up on the hill. After the reunion, Randy found 'Animal' and talked to him. I have been real bad about getting back to people. When I think about it you guys are probably in bed due to time difference. Sorry everyone. I am still not retired and pedaling as fast as I can. I think about you guys all the time. Lloyd December 29, 2009 0 24.22.240.85 Web Team IF YOU SEE A FAT MAN ...
Who's jolly and cute,
Wearing a beard and
a red flannel suit,
And if he is chuckling
and laughing away,
While flying around
in a miniature sleigh,
With eight tiny reindeer
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Your eggnog's too strong! December 24, 2009 0 74.132.197.219 Larry Sullivan Greentown,In hondo46936@sbcglobal.net To all Black Knights, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!Hope to see you all in Louisville in 2011. God Bless America! December 24, 2009 0 76.213.223.141 Dave Grant Iowa btrooper@q.com TO ALL 3/5 WELCOME HOME AND MERRY CHRISTMAS December 23, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 Tom Rothwell Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com An early "Merry Christmas" to all.. I got one of my presents early when I got to talk to someone who drove me arround Kansas then the wonderful place thats' in all our hearts, Vietnam. After 40 plus years of wondering about those you were with, I feel great. Yockey, you made my century. I'd still like to hear from a lot of others. Sanborn, his buddy, Gueterize, Cunningham I believe. If you worked on the locks in Pittsburgh, and you remember a guy in a boat in the lock and yelling down to me, I'd love to talk to you. To those that made it back "Welcome Home" and have a wonderful holiday,"Merry Christmas" December 21, 2009 0 4.238.17.80 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com Falcons,falcons, and all 3/5 cav Blackknights have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.34G Out! December 20, 2009 0 24.175.221.166 Paul Taylor Ankeny, Iowa pjtaylor@mchsi.com Hey Pat:

I was your TC on 36. Many of the 3rd Platoon are in touch. Dean Moretti, Juan Cantu, the LT, Doc Lehman, Mike Allen, Dave Whipp, Dan Bigbey have all been in touch with each other. I am in touch with Bernie Reck. Hope to hear from you. I have a few photo's of you, Gary Stennen, Coffman and Zack on 36.

Email me sometime. Great to know you are still around. December 18, 2009 0 173.31.70.208 Dave Grant IOWA Victor call me about the b-troop reunion December 18, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 Dean J. Moretti Buffalo New York djmo19@msn.com Falcons Falcons Merry Christmas and to all of the 3/5 CAV -----djmo19@msn.com December 17, 2009 0 67.241.182.224 Richard Block Kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Sindney I sure do remmenber that real wellBeen a long time. Do you plan on coming to Ft Knox in 2011?? drop me a line if you have time rwblock@newwavecomm.net December 17, 2009 0 72.51.207.162 Gary Phillips Merry Christmas to all! December 16, 2009 0 66.210.197.162 Sidney Helmer Fairborn ,Ohio helmersmail@yahoo.com Hi everybody
Somebody asked about Richard Block and Larry Harper.
I remember helping carry Larry off our track after it got hit in Tet.He was SEVERELY wounded but is doing very good.
And, Mr. Block , I was the one who accidentally blew a claymore during a cease fire. Caught hell for that. The funny thing is I had been joking about test firing a claymore for weeks! Oh well. December 16, 2009 0 208.102.125.112 Victor M. Mireles Jr RGV Texas now Stw, Ok vmireles7503@yahoo.com b troop 3/5 from 6/67 to 7/68. based out of Black Horse.....long thanh, Xuan Loc. After tet we were sent to Dong Ha and the surrounding areas. Shipped out right before Wunder Beach. Looking for anyone who remmebers me.

Looking for Watson, miller, king, harkey,martinez,barrett.

Grant send me info on b troop reunion in 2010 December 14, 2009 0 68.92.115.75 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Bob forgot to put space email me at photoric09@msn.com December 14, 2009 0 71.217.244.20 Warren E. Forsythe ( Gene ) Berwick , Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net Hello , Again Marvin Hayter , I was one of your fellow field radio repairman from Ft. Riley Kansas to Vietnam. Traveled On the USS Upshur to Bearcat. 1966 to 1967. In earlier comments I forgot to give you my e-mail address. kagen2@verizon.net. I have been searching for the 10 of us who were in the Ft.Riley yearbook in 1966. December 14, 2009 0 71.161.252.207 Bridget Teeman California rtobridget@hotmail.com Hi all..my name is Bridget. I am looking for information on my Uncle. His name was Frank "Doug" Hallas. Most everyone called him Doug. He was a soldier with your unit and I was looking to see if anyone can tell me what company he was assigned with and if you have any stories about him. I am working on a family history and would love to incorporate this info. He sadly passed away January 2007 before I could have a chance to really talk to him. Anything you have would be helpful. Hope all of you have a wonderful Christmas season.

Bridget December 13, 2009 0 98.148.4.143 pat mellendick baltimore md ajomama@comcast.net just trying to find out how everyone is doing December 12, 2009 0 71.179.247.240 Terry Pilkington Redding,Ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net To add to my comments 12-6-09, I was in A Trp.3rd plt. from 5-8-67 to 5-8-68. December 7, 2009 0 70.130.68.151 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Short Round send me your phone number tophotoric09@msn.com December 6, 2009 0 71.221.34.131 Terry Pilkington Redding,ca. tdpilkington@sbcglobal.net Looking anyone that was in 3rd plt 3/5 Cav.from 5/8/67 to 5/8/68. I was on all three tanks at one time or another. My tank was buried in the ammo dump a Burmingham A Shau Valley when I left 5/68. This is my first effort to contact anyone since I left V.N. December 6, 2009 0 70.130.68.151 Bob Brookshire Aslhand, Ohio jesuskingofangels@hotmail.com Rick,this is "Short Round" gunner/driver on 25 and driver on 26. Our tours were about the same time. Jun70-May71 time.Like to hear your and others from A Trp December 6, 2009 0 24.239.57.27 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Any A Trp guys doing the reunion in St. Louis MO
in june December 5, 2009 0 71.221.34.131 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Looking for Alan Battles he was in HHC I beleave and was from Birmingham Alabama. December 2, 2009 0 69.66.129.194 Bill Desmond Pittsford, NY wdesmond@peoplepc.com I'M LOOKING FOR ANYONE FROM THE 3/5 TROOP C WHO SERVED IN VIETNAM BETWEEN 1/JAN/68 & 1/JAN/69 AND WHO FOUGHT IN THE BATTLE OF BINH AN ON 27/JUNE/68. I HOPING TO FIND SOMEONE WHO KNEW VINCENT J. ROSSOTTO WHO WAS KIA IN THIS BATTLE. VIN WAS MY BEST FRIEND AND BUDDY GROWING UP IN DUNKIRK, NY. I CAN BE CONTACTED AT wdesmond@peoplepc.com December 1, 2009 0 13.13.137.1 Bill Meade Harvard,Illinois I was in Vietnam in 66-67. went over on the USNS UPSHUR, I was in the 3/5th. HHQ. Troop, but assigned to Either B-C TROOP with a 5 ton Truck with 1200 gal. of gas, and a trailer with 600 gal. of Diesel, Truck # 104, went every where you guy's went, even had a 50 mounted on a truck mount. November 30, 2009 0 69.64.131.239 greg curtis maine 1st plt. c trp 1970 wlcome home all . lloyd ,jim gibbons is in maine . November 30, 2009 0 76.178.211.109 Art Reynolds oxford ny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET TO all 3/5 cav have a great day November 26, 2009 0 70.101.236.215 Mike Cook Louisville Have a safe Holiday everybody November 25, 2009 0 96.28.79.220 juanrcantu weslaco,tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com To all my brother in arms of the Blackknights unit have a safe and Happy Thansgiving. November 25, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Gary Turner Monroe, Mi tamelm@hotmail.com *** ATTENTION DONALD STANTZ **** ... I was in A troop 2nd platoon in '69. I have a hard time remembering faces and names. I saw your post and I wanted to get in contact with you as soon as I saw that you were in the 2nd platoon with the A Troop. I was on 2 4 and was on 2 6 as TC with Lt. McCandles. Here is my email address, if you see this post EMAIL ME so we can chat.

Tamelm@hotmail.com

Sincerely,

Gary Turner November 19, 2009 0 99.30.203.224 Ray Littmann Waterford WI chiefraycw3@yahoo.com I was with A-troop 2/67-1/68.Iwas on A- 35 for 3 mo. then I drove A-37 until Dec. 15 67,took a 30 day leave came back to Bear cat. November 13, 2009 0 174.102.182.234 Tom Stewart Washington State stewar2@comcast.net To Gary Vaught: Iwas your Troop Commander at the time you were wounded. The actual enemy contact you were in with A Troop's 3rd Platoon started around midnight Feb 28/Mar 1 and concluded on Mar 1. That's why there is the difference. During that contact, Lt Al Kincer was mortally wounded (he died in the hospital at Quang Tri on Mar 1)and 6 troopers were wounded and evacuated to Quang Tri. I'm glad to hear from you. If you want to contact me, my email is stewar2@comcast.net. Welcome home brother. November 13, 2009 0 76.28.166.160 Gary Vaught (safevet) Texas garyvau@yahoo.com I was in A trooop 3/5 cav in Vietnam in 1970-1971.
I was wounded the night of 28 of February 1971.
Orders say 1st of march.
Anyone from A troop out there during this time frame.
My MOS was mechanic and on out personel carrier we had Bis with 3 names on the front. November 12, 2009 0 71.41.16.6 juanrcantu Weslaco,Tx. juanrcantu@yahoo.com To all BIAS,veterans,Vietnam Veterans,and spcially 3/5 Blackknights have a safe and happy Veterans Day. November 11, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Tracy solvedtm@comcast.net Everyone, have a safe and restfull Veterans Day. November 11, 2009 0 151.154.70.222 Larry Sullivan Greentown In. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Happy Veterans Day, fellow troopers!This is our day. I hope everyone has a great day. November 11, 2009 0 70.225.141.26 LeRoy Jablonski Urbandale, Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com HAPPY VETERANS DAY TO ALL MY BROTHERS. November 11, 2009 0 97.125.195.112 Marquitta Raynor Clinton, NC marquitta.raynor@cms.k12.nc.us I just wanted to wish all the veterans on this site a HAPPY VETERANS DAY!!! Your dedication will never be forgotten. November 10, 2009 0 71.75.63.204 Larry Hess Evansville Indiana qwikdraw1500@yahoo.com I was in B Troop 3/5 cav from early 1970 to early 1971. I wore the 9th infantry patch . My base camp was in Dong Ha. My track wore the "YELLOW SQUARE"
I never heard my unit referred to as the Black Knights.I was on a Sheridan tank. Damn that was a long time ago but its still part of me. November 10, 2009 0 74.137.210.26 Warren E. Forsythe Berwick , Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net Hi Marvin Hayter from Penticton , British Columbia , Canada. I am one of your old friends from the HHT 3/5 cav.Please give me a call at (570) 759-0127. I am retired and travel. Year before last I was in Calgary for the Stampeed. November 9, 2009 0 72.70.210.202 rick hoban wichita falls texas rick.hoban@att.net Bob, saw your note. I was with 1st platoon Nov 67 -Auig 68 then HQ platoon till Oct . November 8, 2009 0 70.245.40.111 Tracy Chicago Area solvedtm@comcast.net When I joined the troop, Gino Capovilla helped me a lot, training me for when he would leave for home. Anyone ever hear fram him? Just wondering. November 7, 2009 0 69.243.151.141 Craig Yockey Fresno Calif. www.papayockey@peoplepc.com i shipped over on the troopship uss Upsher served with the 3rd platoon 3/5th i remember tom rothwel l there are others but time has made names slip away. if anybody remembers me and would like to get in touch my number is (559) 2752091 everyone have a good day November 6, 2009 0 4.246.135.222 William Rhodes (DUSTY) Chesapeake, Va. I was in Vietnam from April 11 1967 to March 17 1968. I was in B troop 3/5 cav. I was a tanker on a M48 A1. Road runner 28 was my call sign. November 6, 2009 0 72.218.64.195 Louis Raynor Clinton, NC Hello all. This is actually Louis's daughter, signing the guestbook on his behalf. My dad is in 3/5 Cav, Headquarters Troop, and served in Vietnam from Sept. 1967 to Sept. 1968. He is happy to have found a connection to all of you, and he's in the process of getting information about upcoming reunions. November 6, 2009 0 168.190.200.211 Russ Knepp Pittsburgh PA kknepp1@verizon.net Hawkeye,Lt. C Troop-miss your rusty a**.
Anyone give me a call.
"Grump" 412 487 4778
609 969 0069 cell
1st Plt.C 3/5 for the most-a great group.
I do talk to "Lead" once in awhile-will certainly do all possible to make next reunion.
ALSO-finally a GRAMPAP!
Have 3 Sons-ALL VETS
Yongest was in Iraq in 9th Cav-home safe.
Call me!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ssg Knepp (Plt.Sgt. D/5R/2 Ft Knox too 69/70 October 29, 2009 0 173.71.183.158 Tom Rothwell Fla maddocr@peoplepc.com Just addin my two cents to the site. Jim Fergison, hope your well. Still lookin for the guys on track 35, and those during 66-67. October 25, 2009 0 4.235.6.77 William Ostergaard Coconut Creek, FL weohome@bellsouth.net Hi. I was TDY with the Black Knights from the 709th Maint. Bn. the night that the Tet offensive started. I was mounting side armor on the top hatch of the APCs to protect the gunners. October 25, 2009 0 99.29.164.120 Fonley Allen Iowa Welcome home,Tracy Muszalski.
Now that you found us I hope you can join us for our next reunion.
William Fonley Allen
C trp. 70/71 October 23, 2009 0 173.21.69.90 Ssgt Dan Eskesen Horseheads, NY DanEskesenSr@hotmail.com 1st day out saw a sheridan (not mine) hit a 750 pounder. I remember the medics face after he saw the bicyclist selling ice cream wrapped in the pc tread. the ron's and drinking tiger beer from young sabatour if deposit not paid.reading posts remember some names -Alfie, doc, John Boy, and of course pops playing solitair under the poncho in the rain..welcome home and w lldone all. October 19, 2009 0 67.241.242.219 Tracy Muszalski Indiana solvedtm@comcast.net HHT Sept 67, Aug 68. Ran across the new site by accident. Now know why the old site has no traffic. Had some problems with the ticker in June, but doing fine after taking the summer off. October 19, 2009 0 151.154.70.222 john sims lafayette,la john2193@cox.net hi guys, I was a huey crew chief in b troop 3/5 air cav. back in 1978 to 1981 and i've been work for Phi. helicopters for the last 28 year. any old buddys out there?......later.john October 19, 2009 0 24.249.88.34 johnny vaughan georgia b79@bellsouth.net ron q. came up to see me wednesday he seens to be doing good. he has to have surgery again in noveber. thought i would let everybody know. i was wondering if anybody remember a sgt. wiggline. October 2, 2009 0 99.170.47.139 Juan R. Cantu Weslaco,Tx. Juanrcantu@yahoo.com My name is Juan R. Cantu on my last comments I forgot to write down which unitor troop I was with.I was with 3/5 cav c-trp 3rd plt.69-70.So if anybody can tell methe where abouts of Ruben Gutierrez I would be most geatful.Thanks BIA JuanRCantu October 2, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Juan R.Cantu Weslaco,Tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com Greetins BIA.this is a wonderful web site everyday I look to see if I recognize anybody.I need some help finding a fellow vietnam vetteran.Last time I saw him was in 69-70 in Dong-Ha vietnam.His name is Ruben Gutierrez.I think he was with the motors.Would like toknow if anyone has heard or knows of his where abouts.He was fromMcAllen,Tx at the time.ThanksBIA Juan R. Cantu September 30, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Dean Moretti Lackawanna, N.Y. djmo19@msn.com C-Troup 3rd Dec69-Nov70 Enjoying this web site Brings back many memories. Great pics Dong ha Cam Lo Mia Loc Rockpiles. Drove 37 most of my tour. Painted two sheridans Someday and Wardaddy. Nice to hear you guys talk of Wardaddy. Did Someday survive ? Look to reach Ed Dorsey from Detriot , Ferby Brooklyn, Hamby K.C. Also Looking forward to a reunion. My best to all Cav members It was an honor to have served with you. :toast: September 29, 2009 0 69.204.71.106 william fonley Allen Dunlap Iowa/ B'ham Ala. fonley@iowatelecom.net Fred, Hang in there buddy. we got you back. September 28, 2009 0 69.66.129.194 PAUL G THOMAS JR CINCY OHIO 45205 WEDARE101OK@AOL.COM Hi Geoge
my home phone is 1_513 471 4035 September 26, 2009 Y 0 69.133.30.94 george gallegos ogden utah ggeorgegallegos@hotmail.com paul thomas contact me i was there at the same time September 24, 2009 0 75.169.9.67 paul thomas cincy djddmd69@cincirr.com Anyways,ain't that the track,that had the NVA flag on it?and You was allways mooning everyone? and pissing on villegers"?
That was Funny!!
remember when A sheridan i was driving lost a wheel? and just said "fu+k it! keep going"
I just wanted too try too get some clouser'on what went down when i was there,after i left i was passed off to 3 more line units.You did your time Brother,so did i.
Allons. September 23, 2009 Y 0 69.133.30.94 fred calvo Texas fredglori@yahoo.com hey troopers ,,well just to let everyone know that I am doing good and just completed my 2nd of 3 chemo treatment for my stomach cancer and happy to report that it's doing its job ..my levels are good and doing my walking and excercises and looking forward to the next C-Troop and Black Knights reunion..BI fred ctroop 2nd Plt.'68-'69 September 23, 2009 0 68.201.110.201 Paul Thomas cincy ohio WEDARE101OK@AOL.COM Hi Brother,
I do not remenber names that well,but remember "War daddy track" i was an fng,[driver in apc's and Sheridans] august 71 on.got the s*** scared out of me for the 1st 2 "mad minutes",after that? I was still scared shitless!
anyways"I"m still fkdup with names that I was riding with'maybe You can help Me out.
September 23, 2009 0 69.133.30.94 john Osgood lee summit mo jrosgood@earthink.net Hi Rick. I often wondered what happened to the old M14. It had the barrell hacksawed off with a grease gun flash suppressor attached to what was left just in front of the gas plug, a bipod and a pistol grip with a full auto switch installed and a starlight scope mount. I still have a photo or two of the thing. You are right, it was an M14A1E1 TOE squad automatic weapon issued to troops in Korea at the time. It came from the engineers in Wonder Beach after some slick trading. John Osgood jrosgood@earthlink.net September 21, 2009 0 69.152.169.146 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net hi Bob Weiland, I was c trp. and Drove the 806(a funny looking APC with a winch in the back) Do you remember an 88 driver nick named Pug. Fisher was his partner. What was his real name? September 21, 2009 0 69.66.129.194 Lloyd Edwards Bellevue, WA lloydgedwards@msn.com Hey 1st pltn-C trp-1970 guys--Randy Heber found Animal. Had to laugh when Randy described him as "alive and in his right mind". Welcome back Animal. September 17, 2009 0 71.231.85.188 ART REYNOLDS oxford ny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET sorry,rusty wrong art but i did bite down on a cap while making c4 chargs,had the same effect,young and dumb September 17, 2009 0 74.42.162.72 Robert (RUSTY) Bauer Priceville Kentucky rustyrkb60@yahoo.com Art Reynolds?? You went by Alfie and liked to scare the hell out of everyone when you took the blasting cap out of a hand grenade, then you droped it with the pin out,you liked to watch every body run!!! Patrick I was right beside you on the B troop VTR when the chopper hit the C rats at Vandergriff, were you the cook that kicked the windsheild out of the chopper??
If any of this rings a bell, contact me at rustyrkb60@yahoo.com
Rusty BIA Welcome HOME September 17, 2009 0 64.130.137.41 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net yes sir that was me.seems as time goes by I'm running into alot of the guys that was with us then.My e-mail is rwblock@newwavecomm.net drop me a line when you have time September 17, 2009 0 72.51.193.227 Rick Bjorgum Dalton,Mn rickbjo@prtel.com B troop,feb 68-feb 69, track 16 then 66 ,drove then made sgt.became redoak 66.was on 66 for 3 diff. captains the only one I really remember is John, with his deadly M-14A1E1 (?) rifle.happy to be back in touch. September 16, 2009 0 66.228.249.8 Richard Toledo, Jr Hilo, Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com Richard Block. Are you the SSG Block with 2nd plt. A Troop in Bien Hoa during Tet? I think you had several wounded on board. My recollection is that we helped Harper through your rear door and you were already crowded. I think I caught a ride with someone else because you were so full. I also seem to remember that you also got hit about that same time? Do I have it right or is my "fog" getting thicker? September 16, 2009 0 66.8.248.26 ART REYNOLDS oxfordny 4sassy@FRONTIERNET.NET hi b troopers,i was on 33 68-69 September 15, 2009 0 74.42.162.72 Rick Bjorgum Dalton,Mn rickbjo@prtel.com Redoak 6 ( John ? )One of my daughters moved to Mo. We should try to connect sometime when I come down. September 14, 2009 0 66.228.249.8 Bob Griffith Pawtucket RI rgriffith@doa.ri.gov Looking for any and all 1st platoon A-troop from June to Dec 68. We aren't getting any older; its those FNGs in Iraq and Afghanistan who are getting younger! September 14, 2009 0 158.123.113.150 BobWeiland Chicago,Il reikibob@comcast.net IwasinHq.Troop71-72IdroveaM88recoverytrack.FromDongH.allthefirebasesontheDM ZIlovedgoingoutwithCharlyTroop,andgoingtosomerealystrangeplaceslikeMyLocmou ntinandoutherplaces.Anyonethatknowsmeorifyouwouldliketochatcallmebobw1-847- 364-4564IreconisedafewnamesFredChote,wewerefriends. September 14, 2009 0 24.15.247.119 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hey! sidney

thats me alright remember well what happen.glad you found the webb site. Leroy sent you a e-mail
with my e-mail address. send me alittle note and i'll give you my phone no# September 12, 2009 0 72.51.193.227 Sidney Helmer Fairborn, Ohio helmersmail@yahoo.com I was in A troop Sept/67 -Jan31/68 3 months in Japan in hospital. Friend of Larry and Glenn Wells.
Mr. Block Are you former SSg Block from A troop?
If so I am the guy who blew a claymore accidently
During a cease fire early in 68 I think. Gee that detonater shorted out when I tossed it up on the cupola .... The way i got chewed out you would have thought I had done something real stupid( well yeah)
like ..whatever. I never forgot the Cav , it gives you an attitude and a way of looking at life. September 11, 2009 0 72.49.251.127 Redoak 6 Missouri jrosgood@earthlink.net Hey, Rick Bjorgum. How you doing guy? Glad to see you found this web site. For the rest of you B troopers, Rick was one hell of a driver on the 6 track in 68/69. September 11, 2009 0 69.149.223.206 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Tom Rothwell, the name sounds like I have heard it before but can't remember but we were there at the same time 66/67, Bau Bang and I went back to Bau Bang in march 2007 on the 19 and 20th I was there again Tim tstbgpops@yahoo.com September 11, 2009 0 67.141.30.101 Dave Grant Iowa B troop 68/69 btrooper@q.com Pat welcome home Im the B-Troop rep Please send me a e-mail so I can keep you informed on things.btrooper@q.com Dave September 10, 2009 0 97.125.130.115 Patrick Lotspeich Wilsonville, Oregon plk100rt@yahoo.com Hi guys. I was in B Troop, mostly on the 24 track in 68-69. Don't remember most of the names anymore. Remember Hippy, and a few others. I am the one of the two soldiers that carried the 5 crew members out of the flaming ammo dump at LZ Vandergriff after it crashed there setting the whole dump on fire. If anyone remembers me or wants to get in touch, leave me a message here. I'll come back on and post an email. If you don't remember me, that's OK too. Thanks to all for what we did there, and what we had to endure when we returned. September 9, 2009 0 71.59.223.128 peter botticello (pockets) A-troop 3rd ptl 35 track 1969 hello all happy labor day i miss you guys. i didn't make the last reunion sat home weighting for my new grand daughter. hope to see all of you at the next one..........pockets September 7, 2009 0 24.45.219.72 donnie joule reno,nv djoule@sbcglobal.net B TROOP 68-69 wunder beach i miss you and
camp evans September 7, 2009 0 68.123.65.143 Rick (Bee) Bjorgum Dalton,Mn. rickbjo@prtel.com B`troop Feb 68-Feb 69 September 6, 2009 0 66.228.249.8 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com I see the A Trp reunion is going to be June 16th thru the 20th 2010 in St. Louis MO. Anyone one planning on going to it. September 6, 2009 0 71.221.32.104 Bob Brookshire Ashland, Ohio jesuskingofangels@hotmail.com Wow, can hardly believe it, Dan Baranczyk. Mortars. Good to see you on here. I was on 25 + was Lt. Smrtic, and Johnsons driver. Till now, since I found this site, I've only recalled the people of 22, 27 plt. sgt. I remember Doc, you, Poncho, Geronimo, Hocevar, Harp, Duffy, Weekly.
Talked to Jon Smrtic father. He was a LTC, and instructor at West Point September 6, 2009 0 24.239.57.27 Paul Rebrovich Kingsport,Tn justiceseeker222@yahoo.com I was in 1st & 2nd plt C-trp Jan-Dec 70 Here are some names & events that may help jog memories.My crew on 11 all WIA Oct.19- Ron Harford,Dennis James,Gary Smith & Doc Snelling. Lt(Fuzz)Edwards,I am proud to call him friend for 40 yrs.Curt Boyd 24,crewmate. Figursky perking coffee during monsoons.Begbey teaching Rogler how to box after altercation with Calhoun. Doc Conners tift with mamasan in Cam Lo over wiskey payment.Doc Gary Hall,Steve Sckoczylas,Heredia,Faget,clerks-Hall & Broadwell,Gomer Weil and many more.I remember and always will. Welcome Home. September 6, 2009 0 76.7.147.119 Tom Rothwell Pittsburgh now Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com Where are the vets from 1966 to 1967??? I know I can't be the only one or two to still be kickin arround. I rember playin acee ducee on the Upshure , throwing money away ,literally. Remember handling a grader being pulled by my apc to make a camp called bearcat. remember the ambushes as we plowed thru jungle,and the smart shits would walk right beside us. Wesmoreland , handing out purple hearts for some one that ran into a tree stump in a apc and loosing some teeth.Get Real people !!! Ap Bau Bang ,Was there, Xuan loc, Was there. Night patrolls, Was there. Alot of people wished I wasn't the patrol leader because I went out there. Gettin s*** duty I was there . Getin blown up,was there. Almost charged with paying for a APC when it cauht on fire.was there, C-4 burns. People should watch where they are throwing lit cigarettes. Carried a lot of it,C-4 that is. How about all the beer they used to shove at us.Case a day keeps the memories away! How many hot meals do you remember? HOW MANY TIMES DID TOU SLEEP ON A COT AT BASE CAMP? Me, NONE. How many times did you even see Base camp??? How many times did you even get to relax in the time you were there?? For the uys that first went over there, and made it thru, I salute you .. You were THE men who were the CAV. September 5, 2009 0 4.238.19.14 Donald Stantz port richey fl dstantz@hotmail.com Hi, i was with A troop second platoon 23 tc for time,in 69 at camp evans, after many surgerys i find it hard to remember names, sure like to here for anyone in A trp 2nd. September 5, 2009 0 97.97.28.184 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota hey was on double duece 22 trk with serrit, miller,poncho gerronamo, was ther from feb 1970 to april 1971 A trp my email is photoric09@msn.com September 1, 2009 0 71.221.32.104 Stanley [Stump] E. Skinner Ottumwa, IA stanleyeskinner@yahoo.com Not much of a writer, but I was in "C" Trp, 3rd Plt., in 1971, until "the Cav" stood down. I was on a Sheridan, #39. It had " War Daddy", painted on the main gun. Just want to give everyone a big "Welcome Home"! It's all about "the Brotherhood"!!!! September 1, 2009 0 173.25.187.167 Bob Brookshire Ashland, OH eagles_incubator@live.com Looking for anyone who was with A Troop. Second platoon. Ya'll prbably remember me as "short round". Arrived in Dong HA. Jun16-1970 went back to the world May 17. Had address book for better than fifty of ya'll but life has it's bummers. Took part in LamSon 719. AO fun spots like MaiLoc, Cam Lo, C2, A4, RockPile, KheSahn, Yellow Brick Road. Duffy, Bruce Breault like to hear form ya'll. Feel free to write and hope I can learn my way around the site September 1, 2009 0 24.239.57.27 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com Fonley i cant beleave you were thinking, its almost as easy as riding on 200 gals of napalm.
Hope thing are still going good for you. See you at Ft Knox 2011 August 31, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Mike Cook Glad to here Dave is going to be ok Thanks leroy August 29, 2009 0 74.138.51.123 LeRoy Jablonski Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Dave Grants prostrate cancer surgery on August 27th was successful. He will spend the night in the hospital and be released tomorrow. August 27, 2009 0 97.125.189.97 Danny Bigbey Yakima wash. dbigbey@hotmail.com I was TC on 34 track with Cantu,Allen.It is great to see some names I have never forgot.Would like to hear from some of you guys.Dean Morretti,David Whipp you were the gunner on 37? Dean was TC.What a night at falcon flats after Doc Hagler he was seeing the NVA and you guys caught them in the open after you blew a can round s*** hit the fan.Great job you saved us all.Gee it was only 40 years ago.......Bigbey August 18, 2009 0 138.163.106.71 Dean J. Moretti Lackawanna, N.Y. DJMO19@msn.con 3/5 cav C com. 3rd platoon 69/70 Drove 37 Hello to all falcons 40 years seems like just yesterday. Nice talking to Whipp , Cantu also I,ve been in touch with Fernando at least once a year. Take care to all our brothers ! August 17, 2009 0 64.179.8.220 fonley Allen Iowa OPPPS. guess I was wrong for the big time Bob and I think Stanley too was 2nd Plt. That what I get for thinking. August 16, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Rick Hocevar Tom I was there feb'70 april'71 22 track which plt were you with I see atrp reunion is June next year plan on makin it August 15, 2009 0 216.161.135.40 Tom Stewart Puyallup WA stewar2@comcast.net On August 1st I attended the retirement ceremony for Colonel Fred (Doc) Miller, A Troop Medic 70-71 in Boise Idaho. Fred spent 28 years in the Idaho National Guard and was so highly thought of that the state awarded him a Brevet promotion to Brigadier General on his retirement. Congratulations Fred from all Black Knights! August 14, 2009 0 76.28.166.160 Juan R. Cantu Weslaco,Tx juanrcantu@yahoo.com I was in Nam 69-70 in 3/5 CAV C Troop 3rd PLT. I was a gunner on 34. Any fellow Brother who wishes to contact me, do so: juanrcantu@yahoo.com
RIDE ON BLACK KNIGHTS ! ! ! August 13, 2009 0 24.175.217.7 Fonley Allen Dunlap Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Hi david, I think BobRod and Stanley were also in the 3rd Herd. Bob is in Des moines and Stanly is in Ottumwa. August 13, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 David Whipp Iowa davidwh@iowatelecom.net Paul Taylor, I was in C Troop 3/5 Cav I have a hard time remembering names! Some names I can think of are 1st Sgt Ouellette, Sgt Nicholson, Wahl, Dorsey, Talosi, Cantu, Cisneros, Ingram, Hamby, Crutcher, Wiggins, Stenen, Bigbey, Rogler, and Dean Morretti which was on 37 also! August 11, 2009 0 67.142.167.21 Paul Taylor Ankeny, Iowa pjtaylor@mchsi.com Hey David Whipp. I was on 36 and later 37 from February 70-March 71. There are several of us in the Des Moines area. We get together monthly. I met many more at Branson this year. Get in touch so we can arrange to get together. August 10, 2009 0 173.25.56.11 David Whipp Iowa davidwh@iowatelecom.net 3rd Platoon, 3rd Squadron, 5th Armored Cavalry
January 1970 - December 1970
I was on 37 tank as a loader, gunner, and driver during my time in Viet Nam! August 10, 2009 0 67.142.167.25 John Dolan leesburg Fla. missing_link1@msn.com hey ed Chamber my names John Dolan I served with b trp 3/5 from 6/67 to 8/69 on a scout track with foxy then on a mortal track when i first came back from the hospital we flew a big flag on our track I don't remember alot of names do remember tet, trip up north wonder beach that damn 3day battle with the nva if you or anyone else remember me e-mail me missing_link1@msn.com August 4, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 Ed Chambers Bozeman, MT echam39239@bresnan.net Served with B Troop (scout section leader)and with HHT in the operations section from 1966-68.
Hope everyone is doing well. Just checking in again. By the way, I was wondering why nobody was posting on the old forum. Finally woke up and found this new one. Great job, keep it going and thanks. August 3, 2009 0 69.144.152.16 Warren E. Forsythe Pennsylvania kagen2@verizon.net I served with the 3/5 in Vietnam from 1966 to 1967 , then was transfered to the 3/34 artillery. Took basic in Fort Riley / Camp Fungston in 1966 I guess. A lot of things were buried in my mind, but would like to get in touch with some of my fellow field communications Repair conrads. July 28, 2009 0 72.70.192.237 Dave Grant B-Troop Rep Iowa davegrant@mchsi.com To all B-Troopers
If you haven't gotten a email from me that means I don't have your email. PLEASE send me a email so I can keep all of us informed

davegrant@mchsi.com July 28, 2009 0 75.170.210.98 Larry Sullivan Greentown, Ind. hondo46936@sbcglobal.net A Troop reunion will be next June16-19 in St. Louis. More information will be in the next newsletter July 27, 2009 0 76.214.162.156 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hey anyone know when A trp reunion going to be next year July 26, 2009 0 216.161.135.40 rick hoban new york rick.hoban@att.net I can' figure out this password thing to get your email address.mine is rick.hoban@att.net July 26, 2009 0 70.243.12.246 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net hey hoban i was in the 2nd plat at about the same time. some of the ppl that was in your platoon come to the reunions give me a call oe e-mail me July 26, 2009 0 72.51.204.196 richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net hey hoban i was in the 2nd plat at about the same time. some of the ppl that was in your platoon come to the reunions give me a call oe e-mail me July 26, 2009 0 72.51.204.196 Rick hoban new york rick.hoban@att.net I was with 1st platoon A troop, 67 -68. Tet 68 and the boat trip up north, bastone, wunder beach etc. Nickname "hobo". Living in Texas now July 26, 2009 0 70.243.12.246 Dave Grant IOWA The B-Troop reunion is set for July 15,16,17 2010
in Elyria Ohio There will be more info later on.

BIA Dave B-Troop rep July 24, 2009 0 75.170.216.24 Cecil Merrill Smith Campbellsville, Ky roberta359@windstream.net Great site. In Nam in 1969-1970. VTR driver. In Headquarters troop. Be glad to hear from fellow vets. July 22, 2009 0 75.89.161.183 Bill Ganz Calif bg96160@yahoo.com looking 4 thomas Lavender,,Bruce goss
I was in flame Plt til May 1971 July 21, 2009 0 72.47.127.157 George Gallegos salt lake city,Utah ggeorgegallegos@hotmail.com i was in viet nam 1971,quang tri,dong ha, all the way to the DMZ.any one feel free to contact me. 801-686-2646 July 20, 2009 0 75.169.23.50 Don Clash Missouri the_judge56@yahoo.com Let me no next time you all meet in Beranson Mo. July 18, 2009 0 75.120.183.113 T.W.Rothwell Fla. maddocr@peoplepc.com Thanks Allen Fonley. Thought I was in the twilight zone going from site to site. Be nice to know which one is real!!! Hope it's this one.
Sgt. T.W.Rothwell 3rd. plt. C troop 66-67. Track 35. July 15, 2009 0 4.238.21.75 Randy Capek NE B-Troop 1968 I saw a name in the guest book Charles Davis Jr . If you see this I would like you to contact me .Also I saw somebody was looking for Richard J. Banfield, so am I. rlcapek@hotmail.com July 10, 2009 0 24.246.211.103 Kent D. Converse Garfield Kansas kentconverse2005@yahoo.com Nice web page. I will try to get to the next reunion.
July 5, 2009 0 24.225.13.153 fonley Allen Iowa Fonley@iowatelecom.net Happy Birthday America July 4, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Byron D Cagle McAllen, Texas byron.cagle@att.net My 214 says Atrp 3/5CAV 9th Inf Div. I don't remember much but I would like to learn more. I got out on 8/5/68. Anybody from that time and place I would like to hear from you. Anybody remember me? I was wounded once, had bad malaria and spent time recouping in Cam Rhan Bay...Any help with stories or incidents would be appreciated. Feel free to give me a call (956)971-0703 or email Byron.cagle@att.net. My rank at ets was Sgt. E-5. July 4, 2009 0 76.228.46.44 robert arnson lagrande or rvbob45@yahoo.com just looking for people from a troop from 1977-1980 thans July 4, 2009 0 71.117.163.188 Mike Cook I would like on behalf of C Troop to wish all of our Brothers and Friends a Happy and Safe July 4th. Please take a moment from your day to remember our Soldiers that away from home defending our Independence, as we did years ago. God Bless them all and may the Lord watch over them, and being them home safe.

BIA
Mike Cook
C Troop Rep. July 4, 2009 0 96.28.133.216 John Dolan leesburg Fla. missing_link1@msn.com Just writing to wish all my BIA a great 4th of July and would love to hear from any of the guys I served with I was over there from 7/67 to 8/68 B trp. July 4, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 Tim Beardsley tstbgpops@yahoo.com The next reunion will be at Fort Knox in Kentucky, and if this old soldier can make it 2 more years I will be present. Hey and its only a 2 hour drive for me this time. July 3, 2009 0 71.28.193.166 John Stenmo gruntjastenmo@yahoo.com This is a fair decision. I can understand how it could be used for a personal forum. I am in violation, my apologies.
John Stenmo July 2, 2009 0 96.251.77.98 Mike Cook This is for Tim beardsley and John Stenmo
This Guestbook was added to the site to reach out and contact our brothers,it is not to be used as
a platform to air ones gripes. I know some will call this is Censorship,but we are not about to return to a guestbook like we had before. I understand you may be upset at the removal of your postings I have not blocked you from posting but understand this any further postings like this and you can and will be denided access to posting on this Guestbook. July 2, 2009 0 96.28.133.216 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com First reunion for me it was great to see the guys from A trp 2nd Plt '70 '71
Espicially meeting up with Poncho my brother
Hope to see you and more at the A trp reunion in St. Louis June 28, 2009 0 71.36.210.144 Kevin Wisconsin kcabla@centurytel.net I am looking to get some contact information for a fellow hard worker named Robert Ebbe.
He does not have a computer and he does not know i am contacting anyone.
He served in the 3-5 cav. Black knights Armor Div.
9th infantry attatched.
He has told me things that i am proud to be an American.

Thank you
kevin June 28, 2009 0 174.124.68.172 johnny vaughan riverdale ga. b79@bellsouth.net sorry i couldnot make it to branson. have had a lot of medical problems lately. i was with b troop 3/5 cavalry. 1970-71 in vietnam . where is the next reunion going to be. June 28, 2009 0 99.170.47.139 Ken Miller Gaines, Michigan millers33@charter.net One of the infamus BOAT PEOPLE. I was driver for Sgt. McTaggert and left the war due to wounds incured at Bau Bang in late June of '67.

So good to see all the familar faces from past reuions and also all of the FNG's at Branson. My wife and I look forward to Fort Knox for the troop reunion and the A troop get together in St. Louis next year.

This is my e-mail address if anyone cares.
millers33@charter.net June 21, 2009 0 24.236.160.173 dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com glad i went to Branson, had a good time meeting old friends and see new ones. hope to see more of my BIA in Ft Knox. I hope the deer stay off the roads, one ran in the side of my car the day we left. Stay safe,walk softly and carry a big stick if you have to. June 19, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Fred Choate Conyers, Ga fchoate4@earthlink.net After 12-15 years searching for info on a buddy that was KIA in '71, I found all my questions answered at Big Sky two years ago and Branson this year. Thanks "B" Trp 3rd Plt. You guys are great! Thanks Gilbert, Stoney, Tim for getting the ball rolling on the hunt and the rest of you for your support since then and the closer for me. So many others I met at both reunions that made me feel like brother. God Bless you all.
Fred June 19, 2009 0 66.245.96.46 Gilbert Cuevas Phoenix,Arizona lilyausa@yandex.ru We had a great time in Branson.I got to see four of my BIA that I have not seen in 38 years,and four I have not seen since Big Sky.I can't tell all of you how much the 3/5cav org. means to me.Thank You B.I.A. for all your help.
B-Trp.3rd.Plt.1970-1971.
LT.Drumgole I Have your boonie hat you left behind when you were dusted off in Jan.71 so if you want it back contact me.Beware of the Yellow square! June 18, 2009 0 68.28.41.227 Frank Kelson Seoul Rep Korea morseop@kornet.net Wow! Many familiar names this time. Sorry to hear about Lt Pitts demise, now a retired Colonel. He was my platoon leader the night of the ambush down the road from Evans at Phong Diem. It was a night to remember Feb 69.

What in blazes is this administrative garbage and
To contact another black knight on the guest book.

Frank
A21 June 17, 2009 0 121.162.45.201 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Wow what a reunion. And all the FNGs June 15, 2009 0 75.109.232.55 Tom Bergen Brooklyn NY Living in CA perfectlucidrain@hotmail.com Hello everyone I'm the son of a Vietnam Veteran by the name of John T Bergen. I have been doing some research for him on the website for information about the time that he was there 68 to 70. He was an APC driver. If anyone can help me a bit about information for him please e-mail me at perfectlucidrain@hotmail.com June 13, 2009 0 76.227.137.52 John Dolan leesburg fl now ny then missing_link1@msn.com hey guys how do you reach out when I hit contact it askes for a adm. code I don't have one how do I get one? i've seen a few guys that were in b Trp around same time as me 6/67 to 8/68 but I can't contact them well here's my e-mail missing_link1@msn.com June 12, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 cosimo d maiolo tampa fl cosmod@live.com served 3/5 cav quang tri 1971 till we stood down, shipped to the 101st till march 1972 came home..... June 10, 2009 0 65.32.202.161 fonley allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net CHARGEEEEEEEEEEEE! June 10, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net I'm sorry to pass on the word that john calior A
trp 2nd plt (26 ) from Aug 68 to Aug 69 passed away on May 4th of pancreatic cancer.If you want to know more see me at the Reunion June 8, 2009 0 72.51.192.121 Randy Capek Milligan Ne rlcapek@hotmail.com HHT 11-67 to 3-68 B- troop 4-68 to 11-68 medic on 26 and 22 track and driver of medic track {Abortion} Oct 68 anyone that was on these please contact me. I will be at the reunion June 7, 2009 0 24.246.211.103 Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net HI William Simmons, I just remembered something. Was that you who got the M88 stock in the river near Khe Sanh. June 7, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 John Dolan leesburg fl now ny then missing_link1@msn.com Hi guys I served in B trp 3/5 cav from july 67 to Aug 68 damn I miss you guys but hell can't remember most names am too late to make the reunion but if you remember me reach out hope all are doing good john June 7, 2009 0 98.244.230.26 Ray Coe Kennett Square, Pa. ray_coe@hotmail.com I am looking forward to seeing you at the reunion! I hope to meet many of the brave guys who manned Sheridans! How did we ever survive those damn things? Remember- we were the 'unwilling, led by the unqualified to do the unnecessary' and still did a hell of a job.
I served with three cavalry units in Nam, but my #1 allegiance will always be the 3/5 ! June 5, 2009 0 69.253.52.94 Donald Chmiel Detroit Michigan tigerzfan@wideopenwest.com I was in nam from Nov 68 Nov 69 A troop I was on 13 track most of the time I work out of Camp Evans. Would love to hear from someone during that time from 1st platoon.Am sorry I can not rember names,faces I have a better shot at it.WELCOME HOME'''''' June 1, 2009 0 24.192.171.49 Larry Reiche Jr. Montecito, Ca. lerckr@cox.net Was a Medic with HHT, 3rd/5th, in Feb.68 and then transferred to 'A' trp. until Jul. 68, when discharged. Bearcat until, I believe Mar. & then boat trip to Da Nang. Then North, clearing roads to Bastogne. Crossed river in North for night action. Also at Wunder Beach, Quang Tri. Wounded at Bastogne during road clearing. Was there, at Bastogne, when Westmoreland visited. Rode Track 13 most of the time. Cannot recall names except 1st name of Lt. "Lawrence".Big fire fight at Bien Ha, in Mar. or Apr. 68. Anybody out there remember me? May 31, 2009 0 98.182.16.187 Rick Harper HHT Flame rick48@cablelynx.com Dusty--got your email address and will be in touch. May 31, 2009 0 170.94.189.236 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com for all to see my email address. use it if u must to contact me
bendusty@msn.com
I was in the flame platoon riding high on top of napalm Oct 70 to Nov 71
Branson here I'll be there May 29, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 h. dusty benach lebanon PA aka Detroit MI bendusty@msn.com message to dicky Harper flame platoon HHT 3/5 Cav I've been looking for u for years. Feel free to contact me. that is if i dont contact u first. Ill be in Branson I am sure u remember Phil Lavender, rudy from MD, and a few others i can name. May 28, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Billy Smith Mary Esther Fl kf4rro@embarqmail.com I am one of the boat people. 1966-67 with 1st plt C TRP. James Shouse Please contact me @ kf4rro@embarqmail.com I was on the same tank with you, you were the gunner, I was the Driver. I will be visting my Mother at Stover Mo and will try to come over to Branson on the 12th.
Billy E. Smith SGM USA Retired May 27, 2009 0 67.235.145.83 Russell Dillow Florida Ivaston@msn.com I serverd with 'A' troop 1/68 to 8/68 ...tank commander A19
'D' troop 8/68 to 1/69 ...door gunner c&c w/Maj. Brofer.
Wow its really been awhile, 40years already, I remember parts of it like yesterday, but alot of the names escape me. send me a mail if you remember me, ok? I was at Bearcat then went up north on boats to Hue, DaNang, Wunder Beach, The Ashau to many times ...then I went back south to 'D' troop at Dong Tam. May 26, 2009 0 71.99.34.48 Mike Cook Kentucky mwtjcook@insightbb.com Hello again brothers I would like to clear up something We want every Brother we can get to come to the Reunion, we also need as many as we can get to stay at the Radisson with the squadron. The rates and the Hospitality room and the Meeting rooms ,Dining rooms plus the pool and there open spaces that we use are part and parcel to the agreement with the Radisson. In other words by staying at the Radisson you will be supporting the squadron and it will be much easier to get the things we want and need for our reunion. That said if there are no more rooms available then by all means please find another hotel close by, but we should all try the Radisson first. I believe the Squadron has some Comp Rooms for the brothers that truly need them, I'm sure if you need help all that is needed is to contact your Troop Rep and they can contact the Squadron officers. Keep this in mind The dinner, the dance the cash bar and the dance floor, the DJ ,bartender, servers, Garbage pickup Ice cleaning the meeting rooms the setting up the meeting rooms. It is all part of our agreement with the Radisson, and we as a Unit need to do our part in supporting that agreement May 26, 2009 0 96.28.133.63 Fonley Allen Iowa LMAO, Rick. May 25, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Dave Grant B-Troop IOWA davegrant@mchsi.com To all new or late troopers who are wanting to come to the reunion. There are some motels close to the radisson with rooms alot cheeper the Red Roof inn, Days Inn, The RoseBud Inn is a mile away, I also have a SHUTTLE survice that the owner is a NAM VET that will give us a special rate for groops that want to go someplace in Branson. Look me up at the reunion for the phone number. HAVE A SAFE TRIP AND SEE YOU IN JUNE
DAVE GRANT B-TROOP REP. 515 2650761 May 25, 2009 0 75.170.213.120 Rick Harper HHT Flame Mr. Allen; don't you know that napalm in the morning smells like victory? May 25, 2009 0 170.94.189.236 Victor Gatica Davison, MI victorgatica@charter.net Forrest "Chrome Dome" Meyers just found me! I just heard about the reunion, my wife (Lydia) and I will try to make it.

I look forward to catching up with all of my brothers.

Vic May 25, 2009 0 24.231.214.61 William Fonley Allen Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net I is here zipo. Whatever possess someone to ride around with 200 gals. of napom under their but I will never know. May 25, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Rick Harper Hot Springs, AR rick48@cablelynx.com HHT Flame Plt. 1971 Anyone else out there? May 25, 2009 0 170.94.189.236 Fonley Allen Ekkkkkkk I misspelled my own name. Leroy going to have fun with that one. May 24, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 eonley Allen Dunlap, Iowa fonley@iowatelecom.net Hello, William Simmons and Welcome Home Brother. There are 7 of us Black Knights in Iowa, 4 from 70 and 71 all from C troop. I was in C trp maintenance from June 70 to 71 and drove C82, then it was an XM806A1 VTR. Please E-mail me at fonley@iowatelecom.net so I can include you in the Iowa Brotherhood of the Black Knights mail list.
Where in Iowa are you? Most Black Knights here in Iowa are in the Des Moines area. Are you going to make it to Branson for the Reunion? May 24, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 Cecil Merrill Smith Campbellsville, Ky roberta359@windstream.net I was in Viet Nam from Oct.1969-1970. Was in HTT Troop, and served mostly in Northern part near DMZ. Anyone there at that time, let me hear from you. May 23, 2009 0 75.90.137.79 William Simmons Iowa Wsimmons12@yahoo.com I was with HHT Recovery Section 70 - 71 when they went home. I stayed in V N and came home with the 101st Airborn. Glad to see the sight. I just heard about it. Won't be able to make the reunion this year. May 22, 2009 0 66.103.111.146 Richard Evans St. George, UT rde327@hahoo.com Hope everyone has a great time in Branson. We won't
be able to make the reunion this year, but will be looking forward to hearing where the next reunion will be held. A Troop 2nd Platoon. May 21, 2009 Y 0 71.219.145.32 Lloyd Edwards C Trp-1st Plt '70 lloydgedwards@msn.com Paul rebrovich told me that he talked to Gomer. I am going to try to call him tomorrow. May 19, 2009 0 63.226.196.27 Richard Block hopkinsville ky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hi Brad Amstutz
Hey I'm in Hopkinsville aso was in the 3/5th Cav A Trp. give me a call I might have known your Dad

270- 886-0748 or cell 1-272-839-51702 May 18, 2009 0 24.100.107.119 Carl White Jr NC cyclonicblade@yahoo.com I sent my father to this site he is a Black Knight Veitnam Era and i am very proud to call him my father he now goes to the reunions and i am glad to see he is no longer alone in his battles. thank u for having this site no man should continue the battle alone May 17, 2009 0 76.182.78.145 jimmy mishoe southcarolina jimmymishoe92@gmail.com i was in the 4th id in anke plakie vetnam frm june 70 to oct 70 iwas tranfered north to doagha we wore the 9th id patch stewart carr was my co we worked the rockpile hue way i was assinged to ctroop iwas on the sniperteam recon we caught rides on apcs or flew on huyes jimmy mishoe May 15, 2009 0 96.19.69.112 Brad Amstutz Ft. Campbell, KY bstutzy30@yahoo.com Dad served in 3/5 Cav in Viet Nam...just doing some checking. Im a SFC in 3-187th INF (Rakkasans) May 14, 2009 0 147.238.8.16 Dan Baranczyk Ripon Wisconsin kbarancz@charter.net A Troop 2 PLT 20,23 track 1970. See you in Branson. May 13, 2009 0 71.86.210.39 George H. Klenk "Chip" Fruita Co klenkiii@bresnan.net Retired MSG 1985. 3/5cav 1967, Viet Nam May 12, 2009 0 98.127.176.34 Stacy (Castro) Berardi Germany smber@hotmail.com When the old website existed, I was trying to get my dad, 1SGT Stephen J. Castro, to join. His health was failing, then I lost sight of the website. He has since passed. He was in A Troop from Nov 66 - Sept 67, according to the papers I found. Among those papers were the orders dated 29 March 67, for a lot of A Troop members, along with 13 or so D Troop members to receive the CIB. Also, have several pictures, but I don't know if I'd be able to get them out of the album without major damage, since they have been glued in place for so many years.
He did tell a story about the monkey biting someone's ear, and the crew on his tank being told to get rid of the #### monkey. May 10, 2009 0 84.169.70.252 Dave Grant IOWA b-troop 68/69 TO ALL THE WIFES OF THE BLACKKNIGHTS
HAPPY MOTHERS DAY May 10, 2009 0 75.170.213.120 Don York Greenville, Oh dyork@woh.rr.com Great to hear from my brother, Dick Wandoff today. I only hope We are able to make the reunion( my first). Stay tuned. May 7, 2009 0 75.185.195.157 jerry patalano new york jerrypatalano@live.com this is for richhard wandoff i was looking at your pics and found my picture with rich siemanski i thought your name was familar would like to hear from you. i am a little slow with answering probably because i have a 11 year old also a 39 year old and a few inbetween May 7, 2009 0 24.47.77.126 Bob Parks Baltimore, MD roberteparks@comcast.net A Troop, 2 plt, 20 track, 1969-1970. Looking forward to Branson reunion. May 4, 2009 0 68.49.76.246 Anthony Kominiarek North Carolina akominiarek@ec.rr.com Looking forward to the reunion May 3, 2009 0 65.184.134.242 John Wisniewski Krum.Texas wsnws2000@yahoo.com Iwas with HHT.3/67 to 3/68. I was a medic .I'm so glad to see the site is there again.Welcome home my Brothers. I'm 61 now don't remember names anymore.I didn't mean to forget My Brothers who let me come home. May 2, 2009 0 4.225.169.59 Tim Beardsley Berea Ky tstbgpops@yahoo.com Would like to get hold of Pat Fagen, I see he made an entry on March 20 2009. Hey Pat if you see this call me @ 859-986-2776 April 30, 2009 0 71.28.195.200 Art Macias Brea, Ca artmsr@yahoo.com This is a great site. I was with you guys from 67/68. So much time has passed don't remember names or faces anymore. April 28, 2009 Y 0 75.41.103.104 Richard Toledo Hilo, Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com I've been carrying around an inert, polished M-79 40mm shell casing since 1968. It has held pocket change, paper clips, etc. on my desks and has traveled 1/2 way around the world with me over the past 40+ years in more than a dozen moves. It is enscribed with the words "Big Kahuna". It was given to me by two members of the A Troop, M-88 crew - Miller and Kelly. Miller and/or Kelly, are you out there? April 22, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 Mike Cook C Troop mwtjcook@insightbb.com This is just a reminder to all C Troopers if you are planing on attending the 2009 Reunion in Branson we need you to let us your C Troop Reps know about it if not you will not have a C Troop Name Tag watting for you
Your Brother
and Rep.
Mike Cook --- mwtjcook@insightbb.com April 19, 2009 0 96.28.133.63 james williams gainesville tx williams.james890@gmail.com new e mail wuikkiams.jamest890@gmail.com April 18, 2009 0 74.193.98.179 john knight green valley,il johnknight4491@yahoo.com I have always been very proud of all military personal. Have many friends who were in VIETNAM AND ONE ESPECIALLY GOOD FRIEND. WHOW,WHAT AN AWESOME WEB SITE. April 14, 2009 0 70.194.95.149 Charles "Mike" Davis Winston-Salem, NC mikedavis@triad.rr.com Welcome home all, B Troop Jan 68-69, Bravo Five-niner M-113 TC after John Leonti. April 14, 2009 0 75.183.71.22 Dave Lukoskie Placer County, Ca. mudwhumper1@yahoo.com Great website. I served w/ C troop, 3/5th Air Cav in '76---'77. Had a great tour w/ those guys. Damned fine pilots. Did some rewarding SAR work while with them boys. Garry Owen!! April 14, 2009 0 65.78.139.175 DAVE GRANT B TROOP 68/69 IOWA TROOPERS HAVE A HAPPY EASTER AND HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU IN IN BRANSEN THIS JUNE. April 12, 2009 0 75.170.215.143 craig para texas daboyzez22@yahoo.com ignacio miranda yes iknew your dad,please feel free to call at 830 223 7026. I live up at canyon lake tx. April 11, 2009 Y 0 70.115.243.119 Rick Coolbaugh Amherst, OH raddad2@gmail.com Wow, what a great meeting place, thanks to Mike Cook & all for what they've done trying to get us back together! Feb 68 - Aug 68, 2nd Platoon with Sgt Sam Cyrus, Carl White, Bill Souza, Frank Perrin (?), Ron Farber, Larry Coolbaugh, Spanky" Dement, and many many more...been a long time hasn't it? I'll be fback and lookin for more familiar names. "Welcome Home"...is good. April 10, 2009 0 72.69.99.179 JOHNNY HELMS D TROOP 3/5 CAV jhelms1534@charter.net i flew crusader cobras in apr 1970 to apr 1971. I KNEW SUFFY SMITH (B TRP) AND (MILTON FORD) ATTENDED A LOT OF PARTIES AT A TROOP WITH MORILLA GORILLA BITING THE COBRA ROTOR BLADE THAT SERVED AS A BAR COUNTER. April 9, 2009 0 24.107.169.28 james shouse Martinez, Ga jshouse.shouse@gmail.com I am very interested in hearing from any 11E's that were in c trp in 1967. April 7, 2009 0 68.220.87.146 Lloyd Edwards C Trp 1st PLT '70 I want to add Jim Murray to my list. April 6, 2009 0 63.231.59.186 Jim "Hawkeye" Murray Ormond Beach, FL jmurray116@cfl.rr.com Hello to all "Cheetahs", especially '70 and '71
Alimni. Hope the years have been kind to all of you. Welcome Home ! April 4, 2009 0 97.104.2.155 Lloyd Edwards Bellevue, WA lloydgedwards@msn.com ....... Flores, I think from Arizona

I especially want to see you. Did you get the Silver Star? Should have been the Medal of Honor. You saved us from being overrun. When I crawled to the East end of the NDP, you were the only one in that area who was capable of fighting. You were firing your M-60 with a badly wounded arm and asked me to load it for you. Then you said to me "God-dammit Lt. get out there and fight." We were still taking small arms and RPG fire. It seemed like the whole world was exploding and you kept on fighting. I was told by a nurse the next morning that you had lost a foot. A lot of abandoned NVA gear was found right in front of your position, not far from our wire. I hope your friends and family know what a hero you are. I do. April 4, 2009 0 63.229.16.96 Lloyd Edwards "16" "Fuzz" 1st Plt C trp '70 lloydgedwards@msn.com With the reunion coming, I am thinking a lot about the guys that I served with that I haven't seen since 'Nam. Please contact or just show up at the reunion. Some people I only remember nicknames, more names will come to me:

Carlos Kiser
AB Albritton
Paul Ingle
"Gomer" from southern Missouri
Sgt. Lionel Parker
Paul James "Animal"
Gary Sprauge from Santa Cruz
Sgt Gibbons
.... Schlagle "Igor"
....Pierpont (sp?) "FO"
....Rondon

People that I have talked to who I would really like to see again:
Greg Curtis
Quinten Boggs "Swampy"
Randy Heber
Jim Sullivan
Paul Rebrovich

Post is getting too long, more later. April 3, 2009 0 63.229.16.96 Jeff Alpert Los Angeles, CA heyJSA@ATT.net Looking for Vernon Lovely, my gunner from B troop, 1970. 'Loaned' him to a 'shake-and-bake' 551 TC for a 'demonstration' shoot and the TC held the trigger down and the second the breech spun shut the gun went off and smashed Lovely's skull... April 3, 2009 0 76.216.243.100 Rich Castle Memphis, TN - Hot Springs, AR rcastle995@aol.com Just turned 65. Was with HHT TOC S-2 section, arrived at Bearcat January 1968 departed Dong Ha March of 1970. Have memories and pictures, some film,(packed away) of Blackhorse, Tet, DaNang, Cua Viet, Dong Ha, Rock Pile, Vandergrift, Quang Tri, April 68 Squadron CP sapper attack, Wunder Beach (typhoon, flood, rats, & flies), SSG John Thiele, 1LT John Di Napoli, Night Hawk operations, Camp Evans, HWY 547,FSB Blaze, Charlie Brown, Ashau, Rendezvous, Veghel, Eagle's Nest, Ruong Ruong Valley, remember some faces, some names, others have faded from memory. Would enjoy hearing from anyone from that time. April 3, 2009 0 66.21.202.183 chuck orr hubbard ohio mkultra69@mail.com I was with the 8th Bn 4th Arty Camp JJ Carroll 69-70 On Feb 25th 1970 we went on an artillery raid in support of the 3/5. I'm looking for an after- action report. It was called Task Force Bradberry and my units operational report states that a complete after-action report was forwarded to higher headquarters. I would appreciate any help Thanks March 31, 2009 0 142.217.135.201 Hank Davis North Carolina hank-davis@embarqmail.com I ran float yd. at Bearcat 1967 with 9th ID. mostly replaced 113's for 2/47 mech & 11thACR but sure i sent some to 3/5. i just don't know much about them except that during TET all but D Troop shipped out up north under command of 1st Cav. is there a site with 3/5 Vietnam history? Thanks March 26, 2009 0 71.52.246.213 Bob Hill Englishtown NJ bobhillr2k2@aol.com Hey, I was with D Troop 3/5 1968 infused from 11th ACR 1967.
Nice site keep up the good work.
Allons BIA March 24, 2009 0 24.187.29.231 John Milton Saint Charles IL jcm1949@att.net I was with HHT Birddogs from APRIL 69 TO April 69 March 24, 2009 0 99.53.212.11 Sherwood Dickie Puyallup, Washington oldrock69@msn.com Troop C, November 68 to October 69: Hq Platoon--Troop Clerk; then 1st Platoon, Tank 17 (if my memory is right). Just checking in. Great and Wonderful changes to website. I am looking forward to seeing all Troopers (who attend) in Branson. Hope Ron Q. is completely healed from his surgery.
All you guys working on this website are doing great work. Sherwood, AKA: SGT Rock. March 23, 2009 0 71.217.120.196 Richard Bloc ft campbell ky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hi Pat i'm only 62 miles from you maybe we can have lunch some day A/trp 3/5th 67/68 March 22, 2009 0 24.100.107.119 Pat Fagin Nashville Tennessee pfagin@bellsouth.net Hello to everyone. Was with B troop 3/5th from FT Riley till September '68 March 20, 2009 0 74.179.35.63 Gary Turner Monroe, Mi tamelm@hotmail.com Was in Vietnam from '69 - '70. Was in A troop 2nd platoon, was on 22 24 and was TC on 26 with Lt. Macandlis. Has anybody seen/heard anything from Gobo? I think he is from Cleveland, Oh. Also, the same goes for 1st Sgt. Franks.

This is a GREAT website. Can't wait to see you all at the reunion in Bronson, Missouri! March 17, 2009 0 68.21.46.113 Robert Ebbe Minesota kevinca@centurytel.net I am writing for a freind from work Robert Ebbe
He trained Fort Knox Armor
C company
Troop C 3 sqdn 5 cav-9th infantry
Was in Vietnam Feb 68 to Feb 69
HQ Mekong Delta
First Camp was Bearcat
Then Eagle March 17, 2009 Richard Edde I Tryed to contact you but the email address is bad my e mails are returned please contact me at mwtjcook@insightbb.com or Call me at 502-969-9202 Mike Cook 69.29.233.92 Steve Kirkland Southgate, Mi kirk48@comcast.net I'm an old D trooper from 68-69. Don Callison added a post on his Lighthorse web site telling everyone your site was back up and running. Good to see it. March 16, 2009 0 98.224.132.83 Don Callison DTroop warwagon14@earthlink.net Great looking website guys!
Congrats on keeping it going.
Scouts Out! March 15, 2009 0 71.43.66.62 Roger D. Swayne MI. rogerdonna@hotmail.com We live in hawaii, my wife and I, been on Oahu 20 plus years,lived in New Mexico for 5 years, I was with A Troop 1967
Send us an e-mail, Thanks rogerdonna@hotmail.com March 15, 2009 Y 0 75.85.141.250 David G. Boyd Falmouth, VA k9mx@cox.net Can anyone send me the details on the Branson Reunion? Thanks.

k9mx@cox.net March 14, 2009 0 70.177.182.92 Terry Leading Akron Ohio cappytee@aol.com I was with C-Troop 1st platoon from 67 to 68. Wish I could put names to the faces I see. It's been a while. March 13, 2009 0 76.211.12.234 Richard Toledo Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com Thank God Harper. Hope all is well with you. March 13, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 LARRY HARPER OHIO harpla@sbcglobal.net LT. TOLEDO, SAME LARRY HARPER STILL HERE AFTER 18 MONTHS IN VARIOUS HOSPITALS FROM TET. I THINK I REMEMBER YOU COMING TO SEE ME AT THE 93RD EVAC IN LONG BINH. GOOD TO HEAR FROM YOU AND THANKS FOR HELPING ME. March 12, 2009 0 75.19.118.18 Richard Toledo Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com David, good to hear you are still around. I was beginning to think there were few or none of us pre-TET troopers still here. I see Larry Harper's name here somewhere too, if that's the Harper I'm thinking about. March 12, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 DAVID SMITH SUPERIOR, WI lindave710@yahoo.com I WAS WITH 2ND PLATOON A TROOP FROM DEC 67 TO APR 68. I WAS WITH LT. TOLEDO DURING TET WHEN OUR TRACK (23) WAS HIT BY A RPG AND BURNED UP IN BEN HOA. I ALWAYS WONDERED WHAT HAPPENED TO LT. TOLEDO AND AM GLAD YOU MADE IT HOME OK. March 10, 2009 0 71.13.20.11 Dennis Utt Bakersfield CA utterosa@earthlink.net For those having a problem with flights - try booking into the Springfield/Branson airport. It's about 40 miles from Branson. I'm flying from LA to Dallas, and from there on to Springfield, Mo. Also had a problem with the Branson Tourism Center. Called three times before they faxed the required form, but finally got a confirmation. March 9, 2009 0 76.220.236.149 Roy Alcala Baghdad, Iraq RHAlcala@aol.com Greetings Troopers, one and all, including E-Troopers! Looking forward to seeing all of you at our Branson Reunion! Black Knights! Roy Alcala, President, BIA March 8, 2009 0 203.80.182.115 Richard Toledo, Jr Hawaii r.toledo.jr@gmail.com I was the FO with A Troop - Capt Windsor Ward was our CO - from about Aug 67. I took over 2nd Plt around Nov/Dec of 67 and remained till TET. I had a branch transfer in Jan 68 while recovering from a few scratches at Bearcat and did the rest of my tour with a Trans unit out of Long Binh. March 6, 2009 0 66.8.251.60 H. Dusty benach Lebanon PA bendusty@hotmail.com any members/too all/ mainly east coaster trying to get to branson......
trying to fly into branson area is hard from philly, baltimore, harrisburg prices are higher then normal at this time. it seems to be easier to drive the 16 hours then fly the almost 8 hours to get there. is any one else having problems getting there by air. I was under the assumtion that the Branson Airport was suppost to be open in March 09 no flights are available commercially as of today. open for suggestion please contact me directly at my posted email address. thanks March 6, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Jim Ferguson WV jimferguson@citlink.net has anybody had any trouble getting confirmation back about your reservations for the room at the Radison? ive contacted the booking agent 2 times & still havnt got anything back. March 4, 2009 0 74.34.129.187 BOB WENMAN WAS MICH. NOW FL mbwenman@aol.com 3/5 cav..DEC 68-july 69... A-TP 1ST PLT.I CAN'T REMEMBER YERY MANY NAMES ...I WISH I COULD...IF ANYONE REMEMBERS ME ... I WOULD LIKE TO SAY HI... BOB March 4, 2009 0 96.254.121.171 dennis whitman mt olive, nc dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com Hey Mort Rothenhoefer,
I think your right about my dad. I understand he was a platoon sgt. with A troop on tank A37 from May '68 to May '69. He passed away in Dec. of '73 about 6 months after he retired from the army. I've got a picture somewhere of him in front of his tank and track 35 with a bunch of the guys around him. If I can find it I'll try to get it posted. Glad to hear you got back and I hope all has been well for you.
Dennis Whitman February 28, 2009 0 69.134.47.107 Bob Carter Australian Army Ret trinhsat6@bigpond.com Does anyone remember the Santa Fe operation in Nov / Dec 1967 when the Australian Infantry supplied close infantry support in the Thua Tich mountains for the 3/5 th. There are no Australian military records of the detachment. Any information would be appreciated. February 27, 2009 0 124.181.150.45 Craig Dennis Redmond, OR denniscb@bendnet.com I served with 2nd PLT, B TRP, from NOV '67 to JUL '68. Welcome home, brothers! February 26, 2009 0 66.178.155.169 David "Mort" Rothenhoefer South Bend, Indiana Welsheimerfuneralhome@yahoo.com Was with 3rd platoon 34 track with Doc Fitzgerald and tom Struchen both at Fiddlers Green. For Dennis Whitman I believe your dad was our Sfc. and was commanded of a tank. February 26, 2009 0 70.224.50.108 Rick Hocevar Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Hi to Ray Settoon, & Paul Walsh Was in 2nd Plt 22 track Feb 70 to Arril 71 Looking for Dave Ventura and Charles Serrit February 25, 2009 0 70.121.186.201 Larry Sullivan Greentown, In Hondo46936@sbc.net For Bob Kinner, if you would like more information about the reunion, contact me at hondo46935@sbcglobal.net. Larry Sullivan,Vice-Pres Black Knights. February 25, 2009 0 76.214.146.211 Richard Bench Olathe, KS richbench@comcast.net The Reunion info is a little hard to find on the website. It is under Newsletters then Squadron News. Also in the mailout but not mentioned on the website is a MARCH 6 deadline for reservations. So Don't Wait!
Richard Bench
Spook3 D Troop Nov 67-nov 68
CWO2/OH23 Pilot February 24, 2009 0 69.254.235.170 Bob Kinner Blytheville Ar. bknnr@yahoo.com I would like to know more about the reunion in Branson.Could anyone send me any information?
C-Troop 70-71. February 24, 2009 Bob,
If you could provide me with your mailing address, I will send you the information regarding the Branson Reunion.
Tom Kell Black Knights Treasurer
My address is 7686 4th Street
Amherst, WI 54406
Phone me at (715)824-5099
e-mail Address is tutone@wi-net.com 216.163.20.146 Gary Stewart Senoia, GA stew1001@yahoo.com Hi, B Trp then HHC in 68'. Led the original parade north to support those Jar Heads at Da Nang. Then on to stops leading to Wonder Beach. Plan to make this years reunion, see you there.

Mustang Six Oscar.. February 24, 2009 0 192.188.205.106 Ron Farver Newry, SC rfarver48@aol.com 2nd platoon, C Troop, Feb.'68 to '69. Wounded along Highway 1, 30 April '68, returned from hospital to rear detachment in Bear Cat as Supply Sgt. Loader for Sgt. Seaman, then Sgt. Sam Cyrus on Tank 25. February 23, 2009 0 98.71.151.90 Dan (Chief) Davis Michigan cadadavis@charter.net looking forward to seeing old friends in Branson.
fng: Dan Davis C-30 Mortar section 68-69 February 23, 2009 0 24.247.232.216 John Osgood Lee Summit, MO jrosgood@earthlink.net Hi, all. Nice to see this site up once again. John Osgood, B Trp, June '68 to Feb '69. Turned 66 last month and got my first SSN check. Have never been to a reunion but may try this time since it is here in Missouri. February 23, 2009 0 65.28.55.5 Gary Ellis Sacramento, CA kqql59@yahoo.com Great to see the site up and running again, I was in A Trp 2nd Platoon drove the 26 track for Lt. McCandlis, '69/'70, would like to hear from Greg McGary from Indiana, or Al Johnson from Cali. we were sent to the field together from HHT, 6/69, welcome home to all fellow troopers, I see a post from a Settoon from Louisiana, I remember you from our platoon. Hope to be able to make it to Branson! 26delta February 21, 2009 0 67.172.126.193 William Allen Iowa C 70-71 fonley@iowatelecom.net F L A M ON Dusty February 19, 2009 0 69.66.134.223 H. Dusty benach Lebanon PA bendusty@msn.com Hey guys looking forward to seeing everyone in Branson. I was with the Flame Platoon in HHT October 70 to November 71 Dong HA Quang Tri and Phu Bi till departed country. Hope everyone is ready willing to party on. Also hope to see some old friends from reunions past. February 18, 2009 0 206.174.140.63 Larry Sullivan hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers,if any of you have any info on the following troopers, please contact them or me. These troopers all had their newsletters returned due to no current address. I would like to contact them and advise them of our reunion.

Richard Blakeley
Charles Brainard
Bradley Cameron
Robert Decker
George Garrity
Angelo Grills
Steve Guiseppe
Tracy Hawkins
Sam Heard
Frank Hinnegan
Daniel Hundson
Bob Kinner
Carl Klein
Marvin Langley
Jerry Maxey
Michael Onco
Charles Ray
Richard Rand
Danny Rowland
Cecil Smith
Clark Toler
Terry Vaughn

Thanks, Larry Sullivan BIA
Black Knights Vice-Pres February 17, 2009 0 76.214.146.211 Larry Sullivan A Troop hondo46936@sbcglobal.net Fellow Troopers,if any of you have any info on the following troopers, please contact them or me. These troopers all had their newsletters returned due to no current address. I would like to contact them and advise them of our reunion.

Richard Blakeley Charles Brainard
Bradley Cameron Robert Decker
George Garrity Angelo Grills
Steve Guiseppe Tracy Hawkins
Sam Heard Frank Hinnegan
Daniel Hundson Bob Kinner
Carl Klein Marvin Langley
Jerry Maxey Michael Onco
Charles Ray Richard Rand
Danny Rowland Cecil Smith
Clark Toler Terry Vaughn

Thanks, Larry Sullivan BIA
Black Knights Vice-Pres February 16, 2009 0 76.214.146.211 richard duncan reynolds ill. budking1@winco.net hi, tank 28 b troop 70-71 February 16, 2009 0 74.206.62.174 steve salins Illinois steves@surfbest.net Missed entering last name on previous post. February 15, 2009 0 4.254.79.122 steve illinois steves@surfbest.net C trp. 67-68 3rd platoon, 1st platoon, Lt. Fowler,s jeep driver, NCOIC rear detachment Bearcat during TET and troop operations sergeant when we we headed up north to Quang Tri and points further north. February 15, 2009 0 4.254.79.122 Ray Coe Kennett Square, PA. ray_coe@hotmail.com I am really looking forward to the reunion. I hope B Troop Third Platoon members, 1971, will try to get to it too. February 14, 2009 0 69.142.194.180 Roger Dave Davignon Acushnet, Ma. rog02743@yahoo.com I was with the 3/5 in Vietnam from Jan-67 to Jun-67 then I was went to the 4th Div.I was the left gunner and mine sweeper for Alpha 25.
I like to say Hi and Thanks to a great group of troopers I served with.

Sgt Wilson, Normand Kelly, Larry Harper, Joe Fontana, and Medic Dave Metcalf. February 13, 2009 0 71.184.38.172 Ignacio Miranda Texas imiranda32@yahoo.com Dis anyone know my Dad? SFC Gilberto V Miranda USA Ret. His first tour was with 3/5 Cav D troop 1967. He apart of Aero Rifle. I would really like to hear from any of you that knew him. February 12, 2009 0 12.69.65.2 Dave Grant IOWA B-Troop 68-69 Troopers I talked with Ron Q. today 5 hr. surgery went well He been up walking. will be going to rehab Friday. Call this # Thursday to talk to him. 850 505-7467. February 11, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 PEARL BRUHN WASHINGTON STATE pearlebruhn@msn.com WIFE OF RANDALL W BRUHN, WHO PASSSED AWAY ON 1-28-04 February 11, 2009 0 71.212.55.185 Psgt GEORGE R BROWN USA RET. TEXAS geokimbrown@yahoo.com Thanks to JOHN STENMO for giveing me your web site I was in AIR RIFLE PLT D TROOP 66 - 67 February 10, 2009 0 69.155.182.200 Richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net Hey Joe Husband don't think you remember me i was 23,21,26,27 then back to 21 just before I left A trp. sure hope you can make it this year.they'll be more from our time frame this time then any time before February 9, 2009 0 72.51.205.74 Bill Fidler Texas bfidler@charter.net enjoing the site ... great job to all involved...good to hear from 3/5 brothers... see you in Branson February 9, 2009 0 97.93.207.157 Dave Grant IOWA-B Troop TROOPERS RON QUEZADA IS HAVING HIP REPLACEMENT SURGARY TODAT LETS ALL WISH HIM A FAST RECOVERY. February 9, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 Paul Taylor Ankeny, Iowa pjtaylor@mchsi.com 3rd Platoon C Troop 70-71 February 4, 2009 0 12.216.123.234 Raymond Settoon Louisiana rsettoon@eatel.net I was in in Vietnam 69-70 with 3/5 February 4, 2009 0 70.169.65.242 joe husband washburn,mo kokopelli1841@yahoo.com was in A trp 67-68 was on the motor track served with ralph miller , estrada , and a fello from chicago named jablonski hope to make the reunion this year February 4, 2009 0 4.244.198.156 Don Stewart Gallatin, Tennessee dlstewart01@comcast.net Glad to see the site is back up. Was in the 3/5 Cav, C Troop Apr 4, 1969 through Mar 10, 1970, Wonder what ever happened to Davis, probably still stoned. Was in maintenance but spent most of the time in the field with every one else. Hope I can make to a reunion this year, February 3, 2009 0 69.180.199.83 Dennis Utt Bakersfield California utterosa@earthlink.net Great to see the site back up and running, and am looking forward to the reunion in Branson. A Troop, 2nd Platoon, 1969-1970. Was commander of 20 Track. Looking for buddies Bob Parks (from Baltimore MD); Gary Wallace (from Norfolk VA) and Jimmy Legrand (from Atlanta GA). February 3, 2009 0 76.220.236.149 Richard Block hopkinsville ky rwblock@newwavecomm.net wow looking great. was with 2nd plt 67/68 A trp
been to them all hope to see more fng's this time February 3, 2009 0 72.51.205.74 John Stenmo CA gruntjastenmo@yahoo.com You know, you've taken it upon yourselves by volunteering your time, knowhow, and talents and I want to thank YOU and ALL those that have contributed to this "New" website.
Great job!
John February 2, 2009 0 96.251.77.98 Rawlin E Hagan aka RED Beatrice Nebraska fhagan@windstream.net D trp 1-67 1-68 Spooks section leader,crewchief,door gunner. It's nice to see the Blackknight web site back up.Hope to see some D troopers in Branson this year. It seems 1967 just sliped out of sight January 28, 2009 0 98.16.180.43 Ron Gould mich Rag.2020@hotmail.com say brothers i was on 14 track 1st plt 69 70 i have some good pics get in touch. i checked i checked private post box yesterday January 27, 2009 0 24.192.57.223 david hall olnet tx bluehdgoose@yahoo.com i was with A troop from may to august 1970 i dont remember alot of my buddies names any more i just have pics i took while i was there mabey someone will remember me January 27, 2009 0 63.175.4.199 Ron Gould mich Rag.2020@hotmail.com hi all july 69-70 14 track 1st any remember me ? lets get in touch. January 25, 2009 Y 0 24.192.57.223 Dennis Whitman Mt. Olive, NC dwhitmantwin@yahoo.com Hey everyone,
I'm the son of SGT. Joseph A. Whitman who was with the 3rd/5th in Nam from May '68 to May '69. I've visited this site before but have been unable to find it again until just now. It's a great site and as much as I'm sure you guys who served love it it is also great for us who have loved ones (now gone) who served. I hope everyone is doing well and keep up the great work with the site. If anyone remembers my Dad, I'd love to hear from you.
Thanks,
Dennis January 25, 2009 0 69.134.47.107 Rick Hocevar Virginia Minnesota photoric09@msn.com Just got on this page as I see it was upgrade. I was with A TRP 2nd Platoon 22 track with Dave Ventura and Charles Serritt. Want to say hi to Paul Welsh off of 29 track. Been a long time Will be doing the reunion in June in Branson MO. January 23, 2009 0 208.45.124.85 Richard Bench Olathe, KS richbench@comcast.net Along with Lt George Dyer I was the Warrant Officer Helicopter pilot attached to HHQ Troop from March to October 1968 Da Nang, Quang tri, Dong Ha and Wunder Beach. It seems the Thumbnails for the photo Gallery no longer link to the actual photo file. One inch photos are a little hard to see even with the bifocals. I have about 900 slides/scans of which two or three hundred at least are of Squadron activities at Blackhorse area in 67 & early 68, Blackhorse to Saigon during TET, Da Nang, Quang Tri, Hue, Dong Ha and Wunder Beach thru Oct 68. May try to make Branson if 1st grandchild arrival doesn't mess it up (due Jun 30)
"Spook 13/Warwagon 13" January 21, 2009 Im working on that as we type 69.254.235.170 ronald moody maine beau@suscom-maine.net i was a driver c troop 3rd on a tank for a wild then i was in hq. maint july 68 to july 69 my brother rodney was thair with me we went home togather January 21, 2009 0 207.5.195.218 Paul Walsh Atlanta GA paul.walsh@intownsuites.com A troop-29 TC 1970
Very nice site, welcome home January 21, 2009 0 12.30.216.138 Thomas Rothwell Org. Pittsburgh-Now-Florida maddocr@peoplepc.com WOW!!! Site is amazing. Great work by all involved.Give yourselves a pat on the back. 3rd Plt.C-Troop 66-67 Tc35 January 21, 2009 0 4.235.6.79 Dave Grant Des Moines Iowa B troop oct68/ davegrant@mchsi.com Randy do you rember Andy Harris Driver 13 or me I drove 21 January 20, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 Randy Gardner Hollywood Fl Randgard62@comcast.net B troop 1 st Platoon 1968-1969
good web site could use more pictures
Hi to Art Reynolds January 19, 2009 we can post your pictures all you have to do is send them to me at mwtjcook@insightbb.com in a jpeg format 12.118.203.14 Gary Phillips ( Short Round ) Tulsa ,Oklahoma shortroundnamvet@aol.com I look forward to seeing you all in June . The site here looks really great . You all take good care !! Short-Round ( and i'm on Facebook ) January 17, 2009 0 68.13.237.207 Jeff Alpert Los Angeles, CA heyJSA@ATT.net B troop tanker, 9/69 - 10/70. Anyone from 2nd or 3rd platoon still around? January 15, 2009 0 204.108.96.21 Ronnie (Ron) Yates Sandy Hook, KY eye1rony05@yahoo.com Mike and Staff, super job on site.I see 69-70 Crew of C 12 are on the list Jim Chafe Gunner, Joe Rosella Driv and me as TC. I ETS from Nam in Feb 1970. But came back in 73 and stayed for 20 more years. Working as a DA Civilian down at Ft Jackson SC. Hope to make the June trip. Black Knights. RY January 13, 2009 0 24.88.75.165 Ronald D. Harford killbuck ohio www.rlharford@embarqemail.com ctrp 3/5 cav sept.70-71, 1st platoon 11track
started on 16 switched with crew to 11 finish tour on it.
i talked with richard wandoff a few weeks ago on the phone good talk.
i was looking at the casualties list before, got into it again and Hebert Alton J. SFC 11 E 40 UNK 710719 status [unk] he was in c trp. January 13, 2009 0 71.53.55.8 Jerry Ball Oklahoma jball40@cox.net Look forward to Branson. 69-70 Thanks for this site and all the photos. January 13, 2009 0 164.58.180.22 Marvin Hayter Penticton, British Columbia, bugsys@shaw.ca Served in HHQ January /67 to November /67. Radio Repairman. Looking forward to the June/09 reunion. See you there.. January 11, 2009 0 24.70.100.230 Jim Szekely aka jimmyjimmy Clifton, NJ jimcarguy@excite.com Fantastic site !!! Troop A, 3rd platoon, track 39 4/70-3/71.
Still rockin in the USA. Hopein to make this reunion too. January 8, 2009 0 70.111.221.156 Hillard J. Wilson Travelers Rest, SC jessica_wilson@charter.net 3/5 Troop C Aug.'68- Aug.'69. My daughter just found this great website for me! January 8, 2009 0 71.85.118.162 Lloyd Edwards C Trp 1970 lloydgedwards@msn.com Nice Music, Mike. Thanks for what you do. Hope everyone is having a good New Year. January 7, 2009 0 65.102.140.65 james t williams texas jtwilliams21@msn.com good work January 7, 2009 0 74.193.98.91 Dave Grant B Troop 68/69 IOWA davegrant@mchsi.com See all troopers in Branson January 5, 2009 0 75.170.209.130 Richard Block kentucky rwblock@newwavecomm.net wow nice webb site hope to see ya all in june January 5, 2009 0 24.100.79.29 richard wheat manito,illinois richlinda@grics.net 68-69 c-trp track#22 driver,until going to maint January 4, 2009 0 75.204.218.125 jerry patalano long island new york jerrypatalano@live.com I served with c- troop nov 67 to nov 68.
tet boat trip the whole kit and kabooble.
welcome home everyone God 40 years have passed and we can't and won't forget January 3, 2009 0 24.47.77.126 Franc Reed Aurora CO francandjune@gmail.com Still looking for Spc 6 Dyerumple(not sure of the spelling), Sgt Cline from Wunder Beach and Spc Riddle who left in March of 68 I believe. If anyone remembers Bruce Martin from HHT (I don't remember what section) 67 and A Troop 67-68, He passed to Fiddlers Green on 03-26-08. He and David Mizell were close friends. Didn't know if anyone else remembered him or not. I ran into him by chance at the Denver VA as we both Waited or our prescriptions. Best regards. BIA Franc January 1, 2009 0 70.215.0.86 Larry Harper Ohio harpla@sbcglobal.net A Trp. '67-68' NICE TO SEE THE SITE ACTIVE AGAIN. THANKS January 1, 2009 0 75.24.10.34 Edward W. Brown III ebrown@lifebalanceins.com Happy New Year to all of the Black Knights and their famalies. My father was very proud to be one of your brothers. (SFC. Edward W. Brown Jr.)KIA 5/1/1967 January 1, 2009 0 98.27.136.17 LeRoy Jablonski Iowa leroyjebl@msn.com Happy New Year. Web-Site looks good January 1, 2009 0 75.170.186.207 Michael Cook Kentucky mwtjcook@insightbb.com Happy New Year Brothers. We are still working on the website and will keep updating it as we go. January 1, 2009 0 96.28.133.63 willian Fonley Allen Iowa C 70-71 HAPPY NEW YEAR December 31, 2008 0 69.66.134.223 Richard J. Wandoff "C" Troop 68'-69' rwandoff@bellsouth.net We are looking for all 3/5 brothers from Vietnam. Please contact Michael Cook or me so that we have current contact information for our roster. December 31, 2008 0 74.225.77.173 Michael Cook Kentucky mwtjcook@insightbb.com test 1 December 31, 2008 0 96.28.133.63