Thank you for visiting our pages. PleaseReport to the First Sergeant!
final note . . . the members area is up and running, complete with a members
only bulletin board. This old board will be left in place for reference
(or historical value), but can no longer be posted to. I will try one more
time to host a public board for guests to this site who understand that this is
not a place for marketing, politics, or sexual nonsense. If it works out,
great . . . otherwise we will discontinue any attempt at hosting a forum for
non-members. Thanks for your understanding . . . peace be with
you. webmaster, dregenthal@comcast.net
Just a quick note . . . for those not completely aware of the problems of maintaining
a web presence: This guestbook has been mis-used by non 25th Inf Div LRP/LRRP/RANGER
types, and (excuse my French), shithead spammers for some time. Not having
the time available to remove the adds for viagra, penis enlargement, cheap drugs,
nasty girls (you get the picture), on a daily basis, the guestbook will be relocating
within the passworded area in the very near future (as your e-mail addresses on
the Operations Page already have). This will make the guestbook and other
more or less sensitive posts and pictures private, and unavailble to the aforementioned
goof balls. It had been my intention when I starteded this site in 1996
for it to be a public place for us to gather, to educate, and to post the truth
whether or not it was in vogue or if others wished to rewrite our history.
It has never been a place for politicism or personal attack, nor will it become
one. It would have been nice to maintain the status quo but things change
and you either change with them and move on or get left behind. I can not
thank enough the people who have posted here or in some small way contributed
to our website, and I will find a way to keep everyone involved . . . perhaps
the solution is to have two guestbooks, one that you can post to and a second
"mirror" copy that can be viewed by all but not altered with foul language,
commercial or political announcements? Your suggestions in this regard will
be appreciated. Stay in touch & get your password to the members area.
Thanks for your patience.
webmaster, dregenthal@comcast.net
Most of you guys will best recall me as the guy that went home due to his wife
being in the playboy book in the month of March 1967 when I returned to Viet Nam
I was sent to the 101st Abn. Then I went to the 25th Div C.R.I.P unit
stationed in Go Da Ha. Keep the faith brothers! Clinton L Lounsbury, sgclint@bellsouth.net Chalmette
Louisiana
Just wanted to say Hi to all those that made it to the re-union and those that
did not you were missed. Thanks for the coin and the continued faith as your
unit director, however, I could not do this endeavor without some serious help
from some very special men. We have some plans that we
are working on for or publication and need support with some ideas that David
brought up. One is some stuff about individuals and what are we doing
today. We would also like to compile short/long articles for putting in a
book about 25th ID LRRP-F/Co Rangers Funny to serious stories about the men that
made the unit work. David I would like to say Thank you for the work you
do with the web site. Will accept any and all suggestions, well maybe not
all, but some suggestions. Joseph C. Little, MSW Readjustment Counselor
Phoenix Vet Center (602) 640-2981
Hi Folks- Just returned from the reunion at Tacoma. Had a great time,
about 36 of us 25th Inf Div types in attendence. Looks like the spammers
and knuckleheads are not going to give us a break here (on the guestbook), I am
spending a lot of time just deleting their crap. Going to shut it down
until I arrive at a solution. Therefore, if you want to post here, you will have
to e-mail it to me first. Sorry, but we'll figure something out. (Too bad
these bucketheads don't leave their real addresses, huh?). In related
news, I have removed the "@" sign and replaced it with "(AT)" on the operations
page e-mail addresses-- this is to foil the web "bots" that collect our
addresses and send us spam. So, if you click on an e-mail address their
you must remember to the replace the (AT) with an @ before sending (cool,
huh?). webmaster <dregenthal@comcast.net> mystic islands, NJ USA -
Robert Lawarence had a computer crash and needs to build his e-mail address back
up. All Rangers and Lrp's and LRRP's please e-mail him at roblaw@midamer.net
Thanks, Gene Tucker Gene Tucker <egt12@adelphia.net> Colorado Springs, Colorado USA -
I served with F co 51st LRSC team 2-5 from 94-96... Peter A Salvarlis <PSS7PAA4@yahoo.com> Croydon, pa USA -
Hey , great website . i been reading books about vietnam LRRP's . anyone out
there know of any books that are exclusively about F company ???? robert jackson <indianajones5555@yahoo.com> indianapolis, IN USA -
Been visiting this board for a long time, but it's been a while. Glad to see a
guest book. I was one of the guys who came from D Co. Saw a lot of you at the
Colorado Springs reunion and have found a few others on the web.Take care,
all. Pat Slattery <pslattery5@comcast.net> Lenexa, KS USA -
Reunion Coins- I am trying to have some of the 25th LRRP/50th Inf/Fc 75 Ranger
1oz silver coins overlaid with 24K Gold for the reunion. If you have a coin, you
can picture all the relief or 'raised" parts being 24K gold. I will have 24 of
the coins which will be $35 Each. You will be please with them. Marshall Huckaby <rvnlrrp@aol.com> Senoia, Ga USA -
I served with Co. F during '69...Tra Cu was my last assignment - I was with Team
21 with Joe Little. If anyone has pictures of a team painted-up boarding boats,
I would love to get a copy. Bob Newsom insists that someone took a picture of us
as we boarded boats at Tra Cu. Can anyone help? Peace 'n plenty,
Brothers....Phil Phil Mayrand, Jr. <philmayrand@cs.com> Topsail Beach, NC USA -
Spent time in Fco 51st INF LRSC in the early 90s; Tm 1-1 and as the Armorer. Chuck Carrig <charles.carrig@us.army.mil> Ft Bliss, TX USA -
There are many people who deserve memorials, but you know thefolks you work with
and have enjoyed seeing things change withina common issue, and folks get their
benefits - not just lip service -are those you want to honor.Steve - to me - is
one who deserves to be honored and
more.http://www.soft-vision.com/ao_vets/swf/bouncer.htmlIsn't it funny how the
"mouths" and others who have infiltratedthe web as referal agencies are always
in your face looking to gleanglory off the sweat of those you may never see, but
who do the actualwork? They knock any thing around them that threatens their-
what they perceive to be - leadership role ( my ass ) within issuesthat affect
Vets, & their families. Steve was one who SWEAT and triedto live by the Old
AOV&FFIT Motto:Shoulder to Shoulder,Arm in Arm,Hand in HandSide By SideNo
One In Front,No One Behind,One Heart,One MindOne SoulOne GoalOne SpiritTill the
AO Issue is finalized.No back room out of site of the masses meetings -
everything was done so all others could be a part of the decisionmaking process.
Some people can not handle that. BouncerCould - cause he knew what the end
results might be if peopleof like mind joined together and became as ONE ..No
matter...I wanted this up by Jun 4th - but wasn't able to so I shot for July4th
- a befiting day as it's a day we can enjoy because of men like"Steve L. "The
Bouncer" Morey"http://www.soft-vision.com/ao_vets/swf/bouncer.htmlVarious pics
in the tribute appear in the little box above the gold textIn Memory Of. The
song is: "Remember
Me"..http://www.soft-vision.com/ao_vets/swf/bouncer.htmlbest Joe Oliver <joessoft@sbcglobal..net> Houston, TX USA -
any of you guys on icq or instant messenger , byt chance ? if so, would you
kindly email me your contact # . given that the morning report is for
signifigant communications , whatever form those may take, i usually am on and
off line throughout the day and it might be of some use to be able to
communicate that way than this joseph stevens <blue5stevens@msn.com> newport news, virginia USA -
Once again I have used some unique spelling such as "Tuccker" instead of Tucker
and "plann" instead of plan. Be sure to keep your powder dry and a dictionary
next to you when reading my comments. Gene Tucker <egt12@adelphia.net> USA -
Sure is quiet here lately. Hope to see a lot of you at the re-union in August. I
have never been there before so it should be of interest to me and the wife. I
plann to see the red woods after, never have seen them either. As a famous man
once said (at least famous to me) keep your powder dry until our next patrol.
Gene Tuccker <egt12@adelphia.net> USA -
I attended Bob Camp's memorial services. The only face I saw that I recognized
was that of Don Purdy. Or as the 2 Rangers,Capt & SFC, that came up to
present the flag to Mrs. Camp called him... Sargent Major Purdy They STILL know
him or know of him!!! Don made sure that the presentation of our country's flag
went perfect. The SS Secret Service provided protection of the home when Nancy
Camp attended Bob's services. I took pictures of Bob mainly at Go da Hoa navy
base & Cu Chi Base camp for the services. No one in his family had very seen
these pictures and I told everyone that this was the Bob Camp I knew. His mother
thanked me for making sure "Bobby" came back from Viet Nam safe. Imagine that!!!
If only she really knew. Bob just became 100% service connected as a result of a
cancer caused by Agent Orange.Ray Armstrong Ray
Armstrong <undertaker_1033@hotmail.com> Millbrae, CA USA -
Aloha from Afghanistan:Gentlemen, I am the Detachment Commander of LRSD, 125MI
BN, 25th ID (L) (F/50th IN, F/75th). 1SG Halferty and I wanted to let you know
that the Soldiers of LRSD are continuing with your tradition and are
accomplishing every mission to a high standard- you would be proud. The NCOs are
as ever- true professionals who take care of their Soldiers. Our missions are
non-traditional, non-doctrinal, but we can see what it is like to be in the
Special Forces.When CPT Lachicotte (XO) has any free time, he is working to get
our scrolls, flashes, and background trimming recognized and authorized by the
Institute of Heraldry. We will keep you posted. SSG Schoch asked me to drop you
a note to keep you updated since he is really busy as the Surveillance Platoon
Sergeant.Finally, I wanted to thank you for your gifts for the Soldiers. Feel
free to drop us a note:Ivan Salgado or Joseph HalfertyLRSD, 125 MI BNAPO AE
09355Rangers Lead the Way! Ivan Salgado <ivan.salgado@us.army.mil> Kandahar, Afghanistan -
My father was the CO in '67'68. Grant L Shanaman <shanamang@bellsouth.net> Columbus, Georgia USA -
To All:My husband, Bob Camp, passed away Sunday, May 16 at 11:07 pm, from
advanced lung and bone cancer.After posting a message about his condition a
while back, we received emails, calls and letters from so many of you, and I
cannot tell you how thrilled he was to receive them-thank you so much.His team
leader while serving as a Ranger in Vietnam, Jesse Salazar, actually got in his
car and drove from Texas to Georgia-a 16 hour trip-to visit Bob. Jesse and his
lovely wife, Tina, spent Saturday and Sunday with us, and even though Bob was in
a coma-he spent his last 6 days at hom,e in Hospice care, Jesse got to see him,
and we so appreciate getting to know him and Tina. The strong connection amongst
Rangers is a sight to behold-I am overwhelmed by it, and thank all of you for
your contact which meant so much to Bob. Ray Armstrong is flying in from CA for
the service-the visitation is this Friday evening at Mayes Ward- Dobbins funeral
home in Marietta, GA, with the service Saturday at the chapel in the funeral
home, then inurnment at Kennesaw Memorial Park. We are trying to get Fort
Benning involved.Again, to all of you, thank you so much for your kindness and
support. Bob so loved being a Ranger and knowing all of you-the best men he ever
met.God Bless All of You!Nancy Camp Nancy Camp <nlcamp@adelphia.net> Canton, GA USA -
i am sorry to report that Bob Camp passed away yesterday evening, He was a great
team mate and a hell of a guy and my friend, he will be missed by all who knew
him, my condolences to his family.joe joseph stevens
<blue5stevens@msn.com> newport news, virginia USA -
First: Bill Mrkvicka asked that I pass along he is out of the e-mail business
temporarily (lightning struck his home, blew out phones and PC ... no human
injuries). 2nd, My attitude? Mr Tyson I really don't care what you and your
girlfriends think about me ... title of this page is "guestbook" which means
that's what you are here ... you might consider behaving accordingling, you
know, like a citizen--know what I'm going with this Vern? (And besides I don't
think you should have bitten that guys ear off either!) ... webmaster (whose attitude sucks) <dregenthal@comcast.net> Mystic Islands, NJ USA -
I too am one of the many who appreciate the dedication, time and effort put
forth by my Friends in starting and maintaining this organization and this web
site.I would also like to thank them for the countless hours spent in obtaining
the AARs and then sharing them with the rest of us. Well done. William Evans <lrrpt23@aol.com> Illinois USA -
Let's get back to using this site for what it was intended. If you feel
compelled to make comments about what someone has said on this site, make sure
you have all your ducks in a row before you do. Those of us in the Brotherhood
owe Dave, Bill, and others a great deal of gratitude for their selfless efforts
and personal expense in collecting information for this site. It is not an easy
task and all we have to do is click on. Mike Reiley, I agree with you--Mike
Tyson get a life. A very grateful Bill Eberhardt Bill
Eberhardt <prospectorbill@earthlink.net> Ventura, Ca. USA -
I don't know Dave Regental personally, but I'm really grateful that he created
this website. Any of you who are guilty of personal attacks should be ashamed of
yourselves. Mike Reiley <mikereiley@hotmail.com> Boise, Idaho USA -
Who are you to straighten anyone out, Regenthal?Who are you to straighten anyone
out publicly?It's why so many people dislike you...your attitude sucks. Mike Tyson USA -
Plan on taking a trip to D.C. on Memorial Day to the Wall. Wanted to know if
anyone else was planning to be there and where if anyplace do the members of
F.co 50th/75th meet. Look forward to seeing any and all. David keep up the good
work McGee Out. John McGee <irishlrrp@tampabay.rr.com> Hernando, Florida USA -
Hi Guys- Not widely known, we have a built in chat page on this website for F
Company. I do not wish to compete with or interfer with either of the fine chat
networks you fellows have already set up (and which are working rather well).
However, this is a pretty good "down & dirty" method when two or more of you
decide to meet: http://lrrp.com/bluechat/bluechat.cgi <--Cut & paste
that...Enjoy! D.Regenthal webmaster <dregenthal@comcast.net> Mystic Islands, NJ USA -
to the list at large, i wasn't trying to straighten anyone out, i was trying to
give you , Frank, and anyone else interested, some idea of what went into the
compilation of those aar's. that anything made it to the national archives still
amazes me. but , when asking for info relating to co. F 75th the guy came back
with a box full of stuff. while looking through this material, i was
understandably looking for items relating to me and some of the guys i was
friends with. given the time restraints and again money (cash on hand ) i copied
what i could copy, and at my first opportunity gave them to dave to post , which
he did . I have nothing against frank or anyone else. I just wanted him and
others to know how the aar's came to be posted and i can assure you the copies
are as found in the archives. Kudos to Bill and Dave for the work they have done
and great works they are to keep this going. and kudos to any other of the guys
who do whatever they can to make this site the excellent site that it is. so far
i've had a pretty nice life and hope to continue to do so. i suspect that the
intent of Frank's post was to gain further info and was not a slam on the info
on this site. i am glad to see some of us at least talking and hope others will
chime in at their earliest opportunity. you are all the greatest guys i have
ever known and whether i know you or not and whether you know me or not , we are
members of a really unique fraternity. a fraternity that will gain no further
members and as time goes along will unfortunately lose members, that my friends
is a shame. we have gone through something that only those like us truly know.
to some of us they were bad times and to some of us not so bad times. for me it
was some of the best times of my life and i remember those of you i knew fondly
and a rarely a day goes by that i don't think of you and the times we had. of
late i have been thinking of Bob Camp , who is going through some really rough
times and this time may not make it through, i hope he does and if i have any, i
give him all the luck i can and i hope it helps him. if he doesn't make it ,
well i know there will be one hell of a guy covering our intertions as we jump
off into the unknown. knowing that guys like dave jacobs, milan lee,ken harjo
and others are covering me somehow makes that jump, when i make it somehow not
nearly as scary as it might otherwise be. joe joe
stevens <blue5stevens@msn.com> newport news , virginia USA -
Joe, I really don't need you or anyone else to straigten me out. I didn't mean
to offend anyone and you and your organization can have a nice life. Frank DeWitt <Antique@atlantic.net> Lake Panasoffkee, Florida USA -
I was once a member of Fco 51st inf in the late 80's and early 90's. Was looking
for some of my old buddies Frank Stribling <frankstribling@hotmail.com> Augusta, GA USA -
Frank- please e-mail me your telephone number, so I can call and straighten you
out. D. Regenthal Webmaster <dregenthal@comcast.net> Mystic Islands, NJ USA -
Joe, I salute you for your efforts. I in no way want anyone to think this isn't
a great idea. Since this site is open to whoever wants to look, I felt a
disclaimer would be in order for that section of the website. I also think if
the intention is to provide a good record? Is for there to be a way for the guys
who were on those teams to be able to add to or edit sections of the AAR's.
After all when we are all gone I would hate to think this was all that was
left. Frank DeWitt <antique@atlantic.net> Lake Panasoffkee, Florida USA -
Frank, I obtained some of those after action reports from the national archives
in washington dc, as i recall i had to register to gain access. i asked for any
records relating to F company 75th infantry, after a time a guy came to the
window with a box of records. in the box were various daily company logs or
maybe they were monthly and those exact same scanned documents aar's as i recall
there were flimsy paper with lines representing lines of movement and a map
refrence less map. having limited time and limited funds what i got , you got.
others have gone the same route. you can, as well.joe joe stevens <blue5stevens@msn.com> newport news, va USA -
I have to tell you. After reviewing your AAR's on this web site I have come to
the assumtion that they seem bogus. If the list of AAR's is incomplete you
should so state it. I found where it makes it look like I was hardly ever in the
field when I can hardly remember times when I wasn't. Missions that I went on
that occurred on holidays I remember going on aren't there, missions I
secifically remember aren't there, the details aren't accurate. The unit was a
LRRP unit when I first got there so, how come all the AAR's say Ranger? I know
after all these years we are looking for every little thing to remind us of what
we did then but, let's not distort the record by putting a lot of bogus stuff
for the world to see. Maybe I'm being to critical? Sorry! Frank DeWitt <Antique@atlantic.net> Lake Panasoffkee, Florida USA -
Gentlemen! Co.F 1969/1970 One of the few LRRP/Rangers. I just wanted to let you
guys know what I have been doing.Fishing, Fishing, Fishing, Fishing, Fishing,
Fishing, Fishing, Fishing, Fishing, Fishing, Etc................Still
Fishing, Frank DeWitt <Antique@atlantic.net> Lake Panasoffkee, Florida USA -
At present, PROUDLY serving as a Platoon Sergeant, 1st Plt in E Co, 51st INF
LRRC (ABN).This is a great site that commemorates the History and Lineage of the
present day LRS-D's, LRS-C's. "RANGERS LEAD THE WAY!" SFC Roland Baldomero <rolando.baldomero@us.army.mil> Darmstadt, Germany -
I am just so sad to hear the passing of an old friend, and another Ranger. I
have been traveling the world and my wife is doing 3 mo. as a volunteer in the
Israeli Army. G-d bless his family and I believe he is with the G-d and at rest
and peace.Respectfully,Bruce Craft Bruce Craft <ranger50@aol.com> Horse Shoe, N.C. USA -
Strange world isn't it bb22 aGFH Terry O'Boyle <elyobo@gci,net> Eagle River, Alaska USA -
The history of "F" Co, 75th Ranger started with the 25th Infantry Division Long
Range Reconnissiance Patrol (LRRP) Company (Provisional)which was put on paper
April 1966 in Cu Chi, Vietnam. Does anyone have any information concerning the
whereabouts of Jerry Traxler, the first XO of the LRRP's.I've smoked a couple of
computers recently. If you have stopped getting my e-mails, and want to, pls
send me your's. TKSTill Our Next Patrol - LRRP1 (Mark) Mark Ponzillo <ponz@mindspring.com> Atlanta, Georgia USA -
Co F, 51st Inf LRP became Co D, 75th Inf Ranger. They were attached to the II
Field Force in Vietnam. Bill Mrkvicka <wmrkvick@rochester.rr.com> USA -
I served with Fco 51rst Inf LRSC TM 1-1 out of Fort Bragg 94-97. I believe if I
remember correctly, our lineage went back to the 25th Inf Div, was there also a
Fco 51rst over there with you? Lloyd E Purswell <lloyd.purswell@us.army.mil> Shawnee, Oklahoma USA -
Just a note to let you know I posted a handful of Don Beck's In Country pics today that have some
really outstanding shots from the top of the Black Virgin . . . Anybody know
what that is just to the right of the antenna(s) in the picture of the commo
bunker? (I do). lrrp.com webguy mystic islands, nj USA -
Today I happen to take a look at the co.F site as I will at times looking for
any news for my husband Cecil of his old friends who he still prizes so
highly...I also pulled down some of the missions that he happen to be on,these
are for his grandsons to read who,prize him so highly...I took a look at the
more recent e-mail messages and saw the one from a friend of a guy called
"bouncer" and read that he is now gone...This is very sad even though I didn't
know him,I had saw his name on this site many times from the messages he would
send in...I wish him Peace...Some of you other boys from Vietnam days may also
suffer from that mean nasty stuff Agent Orange as Bouncer did and my husband
Cecil does...You may also be involved in the fight to recieve your CRSC as Cecil
is...Cecil has had to give up his second career because of Agent Orange...I wish
you luck on it and to ask you to continue to ask your Congressmen or Senators
why this benefit which is rightfully yours has not been forthcoming as
promised...We might see some of you in August if Cecil can get me on one of them
there areoplanes...Adios to you Vietnam Vets-Those were the Days... Elizabeth Hamm <eliza@hot.rr.com> killeen, texas USA -
i was saddend to hear of dave jacobs passing. he came out to visit me a few
years back. stayed a week or so , bought what he said " was the saltiest ham ,
he had ever eaten" we had a few beers and told a few lies. he was one of the
good guys. as are we all, and it seems fewer and fewer every day. so i thought i
would take this shot and tell you all , whether i served with you or not. i am
damned proud to know you all and would like to see all of us talk a bit more,
one word or seventy , just some sign of your passing. i know that back in the
day it was policy to be invisible. but nowdays it is okay to let a glimmer show
every now and again. as i age, it is becoming ever so much more difficult so see
the lay of the land as i once did.joe joe stevens <blue5stevens@msn.com> newport news, virginia USA -
It's not even June ( specifically June 4th ) but today felt like yesterdays
yesterday, as if it wasjust that, June 4th, 2003. Not that long ago, but some
days ages away.. but not today.
I was bantering with a "bright light" from the retired
community about "our stars & stripes"and the demoralization of our troops by
taking away the HONOR of raising Old Glory.To some it appeared "writen in law"
that we were not ALLOWED to raise our banner,our mirror of generations of brave
men and women who gave their life, their liberty (PoW/MIA)or their health to see
her fly. To some, like today, it's "just another day" blind loyalty toour
Commander and Chief comes before any symbol.. at least thats what it has felt
likeas I fielded answers to seveal emails that GROPED to find and substantiate
what Lonnie S. claimed.This ain't a wake up call that what Lonnie stated is JUST
NOT THERE, it's a wake up callover priorities.June 4th 2003 to some just another
day..but on that date we lost a man, I lost a friend whoknew where priorities
should be placed. He didn't just "utter" with words, he lived outa proper order.
He knew what brotherhood meant, he knew what friendship meant, heknew what love
meant as he overflowed with love and passed the surplus on.I think of Steve and
loose it.. forgot I can weep at times.. not many knew what Steve wasfacing as he
walked his walk for others, a selfless walk. He knew what was important,and
aimed toward that mark, and didn't let the "ego's" of the veterans movement or
thearm chair jocks deter him from completing a mission his final mission(s) of
helping hisbrother vets without complaining, nor drawing attention too his own
malady. I probablywouldn't have even known if I hadn't been working with him on
his claim and helpinghim ( he didn't really need much of that - I think his
calls were Steve's way of tryingto do what he did best, making some one else
feel good about themselfs.June 4, 2003 ... came back around today and I really
realized what an asset we lost,God gained. Didn't really know how much I missed
him - but I know today, some howI feel his presence. He seems to always be there
- even now - to undiscourage thediscouraged and place them back on track,
running toward the mark. Steve a 52 year old 2 tour ( 1968/69 ) NamVet who gave
then continued to give,unselfishly, without ado, never seeking a pat on the
back, always down to businesswalk this unselfish walk while battleing Liver
Cancer caused by Agent Orange. Hewas also diagnosed with HEPC and Diabetes Type
II, but kept it to himself as heran toward the maek of helping others, he just
did what he had to do, and to himit truely was, "I't ain't nuthin"Some of you
may have met him on the web, his handle was "Bouncer".. (LRRP, CO F75th Rangers)
those who never did truely missed meeting and incredible human being.June 4th.,
2003 - Steve Morey "Bouncer" went home.Bouncer, just wanted tolet you know I
remember, you are missed and will never be forgotten.See you on the other side
my friend,--Joe Oliver 1/5th
website <joessoft@sbcglobal.net> Houston, TX USA -
Wish to re-join. Lrrp 25th Inf '66 Dennis Oricchio
<inthestream2@optonline.net> Hawthorne, New Jersey USA -
Dave Jacob was truly one of the "good guys" . . . take my word for
it. While you never know anyone quite as well as you think, or as you
wished you had -- I knew Dave Jacob as a friend. He could be funny
and serious at the same time, and caring like few others I have
met. He looked forward to each reunion and attended because he loved
and trusted you guys ... he was proud to be a Ranger, proud of you, and proud to
be one of you. He would call occasionally just to see how you were
doing. He was exceptionally proud to introduce his son(s) at the
Tacoma Reunion in 1996. He also has a daughter and a wife that he
held in highest regard. No stranger to adversity, or the thoughts and
things that still trouble us some 30+ years after the fact -- yeah, he too had
his demons but in spite of the ups and downs, Dave remained the genuine
article--you would find none finer, a true gentlemen and a patriot. I
had the privilege of being able to take Dave to the Wall for his first encounter
in 1995. I have some video from then as well as two of the reunions
that I wish to share in honor of my friends spirit...you can find it here (broadband & windows media
player 9 may be required). May God bless my friend and
those who loved him that are left behind. Webmaster
<dregenthal@comcast.net> Mystic Islands, NJ USA -
To All Ranger Brothers, As you know David Jacobs passed away on 3/11/2004 from a
massive heart attack. This was truly a shock to all of us. I just saw Dave a few
months ago and was able to go to the Oregon coast with him and his lovely wife
Terri. His memorial was held on 3/16/2004. Ron Harrison and myself were able to
attend. My wife and I arrived in Portland the afternoon of 3/15/2004. We went to
the funeral home to to view Dave. He was dressed in or Colorado Springs reunion
shirt, which he was so proud of. The wreath that Joe Little so thoughtfully
ordered for us had arrived and was at the foot of the casket. The florist did a
gtreat job on it and the family really loved it. My wife and I then spent the
evening with the family. At the memorial the following day, both Ron and I had
the opportunity to speak. Ron spoke very eloquently about Daves heroics in
Vietnam. I was able to let the family know that Dave was loved by all of his
Brother Rangers and that all wanted to extend thier condolences and love to the
family. Jim Hargett <seafireman@aol.com> Seattle, WA USA -
Thank you. Ned Davis <ned_davis@neo.rr.com> Akron, OH USA -
Regarding Dave Jacob's funeral - Joe Little is arranging a wreath / bouquet from
25th LRRPs / Co F. We will pay for it from complany funds. Bill Mrkvicka <wmrkvick@rochester.rr.com> USA -
David Jacob passed away on tuesday, the 9th of March. his funeral will be
tuesday, 16th of March in Portland, OR. POC is Teri Jacob (spouse) 503 762 5425
or Yvonne Townsend (sister) 503 730 0780. Alex Towsnend
<Alexander.Townsend@knox.army.mil>
Ft Knox, KY USA - -
just checking in to see what i could see, any word on bob camp ? joe stevens <blue5stevens@msn.com> newport news, virginia USA -
The Honolulu Advertiser has two reporters with 25th Div troops in the field in
Iraq. They will be publishing stories on their web site -
http://the.honoluluadvertiser.com/dispatchesThanks to Ron Leonard (25th Div
Aviation - he flew a few missions for us in 1969.)Bill Bill Mrkvicka <wmrkvick@rochester.rr.com> USA -
Sir, I am SSG Schoch the current Surveillance Platoon Sergeant of the Long Range
Surveillance Detachment. My Commander Cpt. Ivan Salgado and I came across your
website and wanted to contact you. We are ramping up for our deployment to
afghanistan in alittle over a month. We will be there for atleast a year
rotation. We would like to keep the former members of this great unit informed
as to what we have been doing to prepare and what we are doing while we are
deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom. When my Commander, 1SG and I viewed
your website we were very impressed with the content and enjoyed viewing the
pictures of Men of F co while in Vietnam. We have dedicated a room here to the
men of F co here at the detachment. It is still in the works. We have pictures
and stories about the men and their patrols hanging on the walls. We call this
room the "FOX RANGER ROOM". These soldiers that are in this unit today are ready
to deploy. We have been conducting live fire after live fire and running
missions in the Kahuku's, East Range and the Big Island. If you would like to
know what is going on with the Detachment I will be more than happy to meet your
requests SSG Joe Schoch <SchochJM@schofield.army.mil> Schofield Barracks, HI USA -
To all the Rangers/LRRPS/and everyone who served during wartime-I wish to let
you all know how proud we are of you, and to give you some news about one of
your own who was never so proud as when he served as a Ranger with you. My
husband, Robert (Bob) Camp, is seriously ill, and I want to let all his friends
know what is happening. Last November, a seemingly routine backache got
progressively worse. After seeing a series of doctors, we learned in January of
this year that Robert had a pathological fracture of his vertebra, in his lower
back, caused by a massive tumor. He had major surgery 1/13/04, and it was
successful in that the vertebra-which was no longer bone, but merely powder-was
re-built using cement, wire, and some of his own bone harvested from his hip.
This ended the excrutiating pain-the spinal cord was compressed to only 1/4 its
normal width-and he avoided, thankfully, paralysis or death. The bad news is the
tumor migrated there from elsewhere. In Robert's case, he has a large mass in
his upper right lung, and more lesions in his liver, sternum, and a rib. He has
just begun chemo and radiation, and is doing well with those, but the horrible
fact is that he cannot be cured, and these interventions are only to buy time
and make him more comfortable. He had been pain free after the back surgery, but
now, the lung mass is growing so large that it is pressing painfully into his
collarbone area, and causing such pain he is forced to lie prone-sitting or
standing can't be tolerated for more than a few minutes. We have hope that the
newly begun radiation which is targeting this problem will yield results. In the
meantime, we don't know how much time he has but none of the doctors are
optimistic that it will be significant-when pushed, they count time in months.
Of course, we are hoping for the best. I want to let you know that his email is
currently full, and he is too ill to use it, so please, email me at my
address-nlcamp@adelphia.net-and I shall print out your letters and give them to
him. He is currently doing pretty well, and I know how much he wants to reach
out to you guys. Thank you so much, and we look forward to hearing from you.
Nancy Camp Nancy Camp <nlcamp@adelphia.net> Canton, GA USA -
Just retired from the Syracuse Fire Dept. after 31 years of service. Looking
forword to the reunion this summer & an area without snow. Thomas Finnie <Finrgr75@twcny.rr.com> Syracuse, NY USA -
Bill Leonard here, Warlord 18, 117th Assault Helo Co. We supported 51st and
151st LRRPS in 3rd Corps in 68-69. Welcome home RANGERS. I am not a political
guy, but I got pissed today hearing comments from the Kerry camp about
Reservists and Guardsmen joining to avoid Vietnam. I for one am still damn proud
to have work with some true PROFESSIONALS even though you were "guardsmen". You
guys should mount an email/letter campaign informing the general public about
how wrong Mr. Kerry is to bad mouth you guys. How many of you warriors threw
your medals over the Whitehouse fence in protest only to find them later and
hang proudly on your wall? Way too convenient and opportunistic for me. I am
proud to have served with you guys, and would like the public to hear from you
on this matter. Bill Leonard <waleonard@erols.com> Solomons, MD USA -
Guys, I'm still trying to find Roy A Murray. He was in company F in Cu Chi in
1969 while I was in the 25th graves det. I f anyone knows him or runs into him
give him my e-mail address (prippa@zuni.k12.nm.us) or my Zuni ph # (505)
782-2642. Roy also did two tours with !st Cav prior to 1969Thanks a lot, Paul
Rippa Paul Rippa <prippa@zuni.k12.nm.us> Silver City, NM USA -
I would like to say thanks to all of you for the sacrifices you have made. I
have read the books Six Silent Men(Reynel Martinez,Kenn Miller,Gart Linderer)
and Pathfinder(Richard R. Burns). All I can say is WOW great stuff.Though I
wasn't born till '73, I feel it is my duty to know as much as possible about
this time in history. Since coming to this site I have seen a lot of the names I
have read about. I am truely honored to know that I have served in an Army with
such great men as yourselves. Please let me know if there are any other books
that are about LRRP's. Once again thank you for all that you have done. Jake Landreneau <mudmd73@yahoo.com> Ville Platte, Louisiana USA -
i liked that rappeling sp tower. guess we won . Really.sp is oldguy for
spelling.Yellow to advertise. NO wonder it took 30 years to retrieve our
dead,off a couple years. terry o'boyle <virused> Eagle
River , alaska USA -
Does any one know the name of the Big Sgt. E-7 or E-8 that was in the Air Rifle
LRRP and the New LRRP at the POW camp?He was about 6' and had a handle bar
mustache. Thanks team. David "Jake" Reinhardt <JakeReinhardtTeam21@Yahoo.Com> Riverside, California USA -
I served with Co. C 3/22 and Co. B 2/22(M) 25th Inf. from Nov 69 to Nov 70. We
arrived in the Renegade Woods on 02 April 1970. I helped remove the bodies of
your comrades. We spent a tense night with arty firing over our heads. I want to
say Welcome Home to the living and Rest in Peace to those that gave everything
they had !Larry Nuckolls Larry Nuckolls <LarryN1121@aol.com> Bartlett, TN. USA -
hello all ..i am 10th grader and i am doing a report on LRRPs/ LRPS/ and Rangers
in vietnam and i was wondering if anyone can give me any good info on em ....if
soo give me an e-mail ...thanks collin brenner <cbrenner0@hotmail.com> lebanon, virginia USA -
Greetings men... Just got back from Israel after serving 3 wks. at an Israeli
Army Base near Tel-Aviv called "Bat-Zap". It was a commo unit, and felt like old
times. Hope to go back very soon for another 3 wk. visit. Have to admit it was
one exciting adventure. The trip made me really appreciate just how darn good I
got it here. Bruce Craft <ranger50@aol.com> Horse Shoe, N.C. USA -
Greetings Brother; I hope you have Joined the 75th RANGER Assn,We have been
going since around 1990, we talked about it for along time before all of a
sudden, Everyone signed up and we had over three thousand of us, it was like
that for awhile. Then we saw the newbe's from Ranger School, and let them in if
they wanted, since they were quailified. Ranger WOOD
<YUKANTCEME4> Corpus Christi, Texas by God USA -
Happy and a prosperous new year all!!!!!!! santos <chuxxy87@yahoo.com> ramblais, Abidjan cote d ivoire -
Best of the Holidays to ya'all. I am off to Israel 12/27-01/15 and will pull
duty for 3 weeks at an Israeli Army Base. Will let ya'all know what it is like
to work at an Army base over there. Should be quite interesting.Bruce Bruce Craft <ranger50@aol.com> Horse Shoe, North Carolina USA -
Hi Gang, I am still looking for team member at the POW camp 1967-1968, Guys
like: Sp/4 Loveless. Who keeps track of the LRRP people? Anyone in the LRRPs at
Christmas 1967 write me. Thanks Guys, I am sorry I missed the reunion, family
and Country business. Thanks, David. David "Jake"
Reinhardt <JakeReinhardtTeam21@Yahoo.Com> Riverside, California USA -
Greetings from sunny California Mark Modesto, USA -
I am trying to find Roy Murray whom I believe was in company F, 25th division,
Cu chi from 1969 to 1970. This was his third tour, the 1st two with the 1st Cav.
If anyone knows his whereabouts e-mail me at sfbuff@hotmail .com. Also, Thanks a
lot to all of you guys, we owe you! paul rippa <sfbuff@hotmail.com> Silver City, New Mexico USA -
Hi,I'm Betty Zwisler, Gary's wife. My daughter found your website. You may want
to add to your site the following information: Gary died of a brain tumor
January 26, 1982. He is buried at Fort Snelling in St. Paul, MN. It is very
comforting to see your website and there is a comfort just in seeing his name
with those about whom he cared so much. Thank you. Joe
Little <jclittle1@cox.net> Phoenix, AZ USA -
Hey Guys Need some help here.I was in a trucy stop the other Day ann ran into to
a x ranger{or so he said)His name was/is Jim Cambell.Said he was with F Co.
68/69. Anyone remember him. He's not on the roster as far as I can tell.Got his
phone Number and address if any one can help Jerry
Spicer <texas43@ev1.net> Ennis, TX United States -
I was with the 2/1 Cav which was attached to 1st field force .... I went thru
2/1 LRRP School.... then completed MACV Recondo school in Na Trang..... would
like to hook up with some of my LRRP members..... I can't seem to find anyone
who knows about my LRRP unit.... we were at Song Mao .... used to hang with some
of C Co. 75 Rangers at Phan Thiet ... would like to hear from someone........
thanks IRVING
SPLIES <irvingsplies@sbcglobal.net> Ventura, CA USA -
To all of my brothers in arms, in tears, and in honor;I have never forgotten,
nor will I ever forget, how much you all meant to me. God Bless You. God Bless
US All.Ike. Michael (IKE) Isaacson <ranger111a@aol.com> port saint lucie, FL USA -
Was embarassed. talked out my ignorant ass.I remember things for beaucoup time.
Enuff said.Just want to say GLAD you guys are still ALIVE EVEN IF YOU AREN'T
LRRPS.Guess am getting to be a ----- in my old age. terry o'boyle Eagle River, alaska
USA -
I WAS IN VIET NAM ONE TOUR 4/66 TO 4/67 & I WENT THROUGH THE FIRST VOLINTER
LRRP SCHOOL AT DI AN VIETNAM. I WAS AN E/4 WITH THE 595TH. COMBAT SIGNAL &
ATTACHED TO THE 1ST DIVISION. MY DD214 DOES NOT SHOW MY LRRP STATIS, I WANT TO
KNOW HOW TO GET MY RECORDS. REGARDS LARRY LARRY L. FOX <LARRYFOXATVICTOR@MSN.COM> VICTOR, MONTANA USA -
Message from Robert Byrd - - - Robert wanted me to let you know that he has gone
to Iraq with the StateDepartment as a police advisor. He is one of 24 right now
with the hope thatmore will arrive in December. He should be there a year. He
will have accessto email at some point so he will try to keep in touch with the
association.He did something similar in Kosovo for a year and a half and then in
East Timorfor a year. Hopefully, things will look a little better in Iraq soon.
However,he did ask me to get in touch with you and tell you he will try to keep
up withyou guys. Please pray for him. Thanks. Teresa Byrd Bill Mrkvicka USA -
Hi,I have photos of Sgt. Milan Lee, who was F Co. 75th, KIA Sep 19, 1970 while
with the 3/4 Cav, D troop. He was a dear friend of our family. His name is on
your wall. Would you like a scan of a picture to add to his name?Thanks for
remembering.Terry Burlison Terry Burlison <fuxpam@yahoo.com> Seattle, WA USA -
Thank You , "Welcome home", I really enjoyed your site it is nice to see that
set up of pictures wish you all well, "ALLONS" John John
Stetler <unclefrostbite@yahoo.com> Spring Hill, Florida USA -
I don't know if this will help, but got to my website and look in the retiree's
page for email address that might help. The email address's are as up to date as
they were given to me. SSG Robert Saier <Bob@mainchute.com> USA -
Let me first say that I hope everyone who went to the Colorado thing had a good
time. I wish I could have made it to many of these reunions. It seems like
everytime one comes up, life sticks me in the as_ and I can't make it. I promise
one day to show up.I just hope you guys aren't still the crazy son_a_itches I
served with. You guys were all crazy you know? Who else would join an outfit
that advertised a 75% KIA or wounded rate that was realy 97%.The dirty dozen
were kindergarden kids compared to you guys and you guys were all heroes. I hope
to see you one day again. Take Care. Frank DeWitt <antique@atlantic.net> Lake Panasoffkee, Florida USA -
Demos Johnson. If you read this your email address that you are using here does
not work. AOL says that you are not with them. Please check it and correct if
necessary. Gene Tucker <egt32@wmconnect.com> Colorado Springs, USA -
I had a great time at the reunion in Colorado Springs. Ft. Carson provided a
great tour of the combat trainer and the 3rd ARC musuem.The chow at the chow
hall was triffic and the retiree appreciation day went well. Some of the folks
have sore arms from the flu shots.Best of all was the number of first time
folks,the friendship and having to duck a few times as some war stories were
told.Thanks to Mike Rohly, I heard that he was a hard A-- in the Nam. Another
story.Hope to see some more new folks and the old? ones also at Ft. Lewis next
year.Thanks again for the warm reception and friendship/brotherhood! Gene Tucker <egt32@wmonnect.com> Colorado Springs, Colorado USA -
GUYS AGU LOME TOGO GUYS <GUYS@LOME-TOGO.COM> LOME, TOGO LOME TOGO -
Dropped by on a cruise through history today. You have a great site. Thanks for
letting me visit. Drop by www.saigonwarrior.com sometime. Regards, Jim Finnegan <Finnegan@SaigonWarior.com> England -
Is there anyone out there who was in the first November Class at the LRRP/POW
site at Cu Chi that was around when the handed out CIBs orders in Jan/Feb 1968?
If I am in yourorders, can I get a copy of those orders. I was hiding fromthe
first shirt, never got my orders from the LRRP. Thanks. David Reinhardt <Jake
Reinhardt@Army.Net> Riverside, California USA -
Thanks for inviting the old folks to Colorado Springs, I won't know if I can go
till the last minute because I am still working for Sam. I am still looking for
Sgt. Hogon,An English American named Loveless, Team members: Fischman,Kincer,
Pierce, and Carpenter. Thank a Lot. David. David
Reinhardt <Jake
Reinhardt@Army.Net> Riverside, California USA -
I would just like to say thank you for fighting for the fredom which I enjoy. A
little bit about myself. I am a 7th Grade Social Studies (History) teacher. I
fully intended to serve my country. Bit, I was born nine weeks early which
caused cerebral palsy. But, the stories about LRRPS/Rangers and ohter Special
Operations Forces have kept me focused. Reading books has helped me develop a
military mentality and a no quit attitude. I treat teaching just like combat. I
preapre for every situation and give it 100%! Thank You For your time. I would
consider it an honor if any LRRP/Ranger replied to my message.God Bless You
All,Brandon Brewer Brandon Brewer <hooyah56@yahoo.com> USA -
Try "www.crlegislation.com" for great up to date information on CRSC. I read it
daily. I am receiving CRSC an I still read it daily to keep informed.Jerry D
Spicer if you read this please bring the communist flag, it has been 37 years
since we had our picture taken with it and I would like for us to do it again. I
really do wish the other 3 men could be here to take a picture with it also.See
you all next month. Gene Tucker <egt32@wmconnect.com> Colorado Springs, Colorado USA -
A really great site to keep up on CRSC bar none is "www.crlegislation.com". It
really is a good place to keep yourself up to date.See you all in Colorado
Springs soon.Jerry Spicer, Jerry D Spicer if you read this please bring the
communist flag. I would like for you and I to take our picture next to it 37
years after we first took it with the flag. I only wish that all five of us were
here to take it again.Gene Tucker Gene Tucker <egt32@wmconnect.com> Colorado Springs, Colorado USA -
For those going to the Reunion, I was able to get 25 more of the silver coins
minted. I had run out before so if you want one, I'll have them and also some of
the Bronze. Marshall Huckaby <rvnlrrp@aol.com> Senoia, GA USA -
Hello Brothers, Greetings and see all in Colorado - hope me health holds out
too. I have some more news on CRSC. It seems as soon as a site is put out the
government changes it. The site now for military retirees for CRSC (combat
related special compensation)forms is http://www.dior.whs.mil/forms/dd2860.pdf -
The toll free # for US Army is 1-866-281-3254 for all questions. I appreciate
this excellant book to pass on information and keep all connected. SEE ALL IN
COLORADO DEMOS & FINA Demos D Johnson Jr <Jdemosfinaj@aol.com> Baldwin, Florida 32234-2420 USA -
Greetings from Houston, TX. My name is Lisa. Let me thank you for such an
informative site. I used it to compose cliff notes and free essays for my class.
Your site is indeed a wonderful source for all my future term papers and
research papers.
in 1969, before I became a member of F/75 I was with B/1/27. I ran into a guy I
knew from that company a while back and he told me that he had been on a small
detail sent to rescue some guys who were lost and under fire. He said that after
they got the guys and were headed back in the dark, unbeknownst to them at the
time they were spotted by a Ranger team. He told me that he heard later that,
despite being told by some officer to blow the ambush on my friends group, the
Rangers held their fire because they just didn't beleive that there were any
6'4" NVA. One of the guys was real tall. I seem to vaguely remember hearing
about this. Can anyone confirm? It was around the fall of 1969, obviously in the
25ID AO. Bob Camp <recamp@adelphia.net> Canton, GA USA -
Hello!I love this site, very informative and well constructed!Greetings vergleich private krankenversicherung DE -
I was with D Troop 3/4 Cav 25th ID, I flew cobras in support of insertions,
extractions,and night gun teams to help F Company 75th Rangers in contact. My
call sign was Centaur 55 I was there June 69 to June 70. Welcome Home Guys Jack
E. Craig [I was a CW-2 at time] Jack E. Craig <jecraig129@hotmail.com> Phoenix, Arizona USA -
AFTER ACTION REPORTS...Amazing stuff! 30 years later I can read about what I
did! I'm surprised by how many details I'd forgotten and how each team member
had a different take on what was going on. Hogs & monkeys? I don't remember
them.Movement 20 meters from us? Damn! I didn't know that.SHOW YOUR FAMILY &
FRIENDS THIS STUFF. Wait till you see the somber and impressed look on their
faces. Personally, I felt a bit taller when 5 relatives (including a retired Air
Force E-9 cousin) crowded around a screen and read this stuff. KUDOS to
Mrkvicka, Regenthal and the guys that were involved in getting this stuff.
ALSO...it will help any service connection case anyone has filed with the VA to
print out copies of this stuff. My neighbor is a Captain in the Army Reserve. He
was enthralled with the concept of 'Recon by fire' I could go on and on.... Steven Grzesik <saltwaterguy@hotmail.com> Da Beach, Florida USA -
Is this my old unit, 425th Rangers then LRRPs? If so, I am now assigned to MSU
ROTC.Ray Draeger MAJ Ray Draeger <draegeri@msu.edu> East Lansing, MI USA -
Gentlemen, I just received the following message from John Collins:I just talked
to John Danylchuk's wife and she informed me that John died on June 18th. It was
almost impossible to get details as her English isn't very good. Thanks,John
Collins Bill Mrkvicka <wmrkvick@rochester.rr.com> USA -
My Dads name is CK Hall, some of you may know him. I was born on April 2, 1970.
Apart from his second son being born, some of you may know why that date in
history is so important to my Dad. It may be important to you also. For those of
you who know what I am talking about I want to THANK YOU for helping my Dad get
back home to me and my family. I also want to thank all of you who served their
country in such a far away foriegn land, and helped their Buddy get home to his
family. Bruno Hall <brunohall@hotmail.com> Louisville, Kentucky USA -
The site to get DD2860 CRSC has changed from https://www.armyg1army.mil/retire
to https://www.dmdc.osd.mil/crsc/dd2860.pdfIt seems the first site is
continually busy and is hard to contact, this one isn't, this address goes
directly to to load the form. All 5 pages. If anything else changes I will post
here.Demossalute to all!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Demos D
Johnson Jr <Jdemosfinaj@aol.com> Baldwin, Florida USA -
TAPS: Bouncer (Steve Morey) has made the final walk. His siter inlaw informed
this eve.----------------------------------------------------------Bouncer
passed away on June 4, 2003 from liver cancer caused by AO. Not only did he have
that but also diabetes and hep C. He did two tours in nam in 68 and 69 and was
in LRRP, CO. 7 and 75th Rangers. He died at the age of 52. I wish that there
were something I could do for the family's of AO. Bouncer will be missed by many
as well as other viet nam vets who parish from this horrible chemical. May God
bless you and our prayers are with you as well. Mrs. Elizabeth Thompson
----------------------------------------------------------I join you in the loss
of your brother & friend who I hadthe priv. of working with on AO issues
over the years.He was a guy with a big, big heart, doing what he could for his
brothers, those he knew and many he never met. I had the privilage of working
with him on a few of his projects to get others thier benefits, among other
things and not once in the years I knew him did he once ask for help or complain
about his health.He is some one I will miss and would like to add a page at the
AOVets site dedicated to Bouncer.. I know it's not much, he deserevd much more
in this life, but I know he has it and more in the next. He will be here in my
heart, mind and thoughts, and not forgotten. No man is dead unless he is
forgotten, Steve, NEVER Forgotten. RRP50@earthlink.net, See you on the other
side my friend.Those who never knew him missed something special, those who did,
now, join you in mourning his loss, yet celebrating his new life.. Joe Oliver <joeoliver@soft-vision.com> Houston, Texas USA -
I read a comment about a "cold war medal" somewhere in the 1SG's book. According
o the ARMY G-1 there is no such mwdal - however, there is a "cold war
certificate" that is available. For information and to apply for the certificate
visit Army PERSCOM web site - https://coldwar.army.mil/Ramera J. SelhaverWeb
Developer, MCPUS Army, DCS, G-1COM: 703-695-5666DSN:
225-5666Tj.selhaver@us.army.milHopefully this will let all brothers know how to
acquire a certificate.Also if a veteran is 10% disabled from VA or has a purple
heart they can apply for combat-related special compensation now even though it
is being tested. Go to https://www.armyg1army.mil and load DD Form 2860 (TEST)
and apply. It is for collecting double what VA pays. You need to load the
acrobat reader form. If you can't find it e-mail me and I will snail mail you a
copy.SFC (RETIRED) Demos D Johnson Jr5250 Yellow Water RdBaldwin, Fl
32234-2320Jdemosfinaj@aol.com Demos D Johnson Jr <Jdemosfinaj@aol.com> Baldwin, Florida 32234 USA -
I am a former pathfinder and asst. ops sgt with CoF 425th inf. Looking for
former members SFC Ken Roivas Retired <eltigreblanco@msn.com> Flint, Mi USA -
I'm writing of Steve Morey's death today. He was a friend of mine. I met him by
accident on the internet just before a Ranger reunion some 5 or 6 years ago. I
almost fell off my chair when he said he was a LRRP for the 25th. Steve's tour
was in '68. That automatically means he saw some hard and frequent stuff. One
look at the man would tell you that. He had a hard, crazy life and it showed. He
was also a surprisingly loving and understanding man. I called him occasionally
and he ALWAYS told me the same thing. He'd say, "Don't be afraid to call me if
you need to talk." IEmmet Hilltibrand has done an outstanding job and continues
to do so. He is with the family now.God bless you, Steve and we'll all see you
after a while. Steven Grzesik <saltwaterguy@hotmail.com> Redington Shores, FL USA -
Ron, I just came upon your words of John's life. Thank you. I would like the
chance to speak with you in greater detail about my uncle. Please contact me. If
anyone knows how I might reach Ron please let me know. If there is anyone out
there who has stories they have not sent me please do so. Greatly appreciated.
Laura K. Rowland Laura K. Rowland <laura397r@aol.com> Albuquerque , NM USA -
Started to look around more closely after finding pix of myself on Rob
Lawrence's site [lrrptolrrpsitrep1]. It piqued my interest and have been looking
for any sites. This is by far the best! George Hazuda
<h3577@aol.com> La Puente, Ca. USA -
A SHORT, WEIRD RANGER MISSION STORY---I was out with 23, Sgt. Schommer's team.
We'd had no contact and were on a listening/rest break. As usual, at this part
of a mission everyone was deathly still and quiet. The object was to be able to
hear the slightest sound and, as I said before, rest. I sat there shock still
and a lizard about 4' long approached me. These common lizards in Vietnam were
in the Monitor family, though smaller their bite would result in an extremely
dangerous infection. I thought my hair would stand on end as he got to within a
few feet of my leg. Suddenly he started digging furiously (like a damn
squirrel). He found his prize, a piece of animal dung (feces) that he must have
buried before. He clawed it in half and began to eat the dozens of maggots(?)
that were inside. Then he walked away. I'll never forget it. Steve Steve Grzesik <saltwaterguy@hotmail.com> Da Beach, FL USA -
Hello, im Vanessa 15years old and iam searching for my dad, all informations
that i have are in my homepage. Please take a minute and read it, maybe you can
help me! Here is my homepage:
http://www.freehomepage.de/members/vanessafreier Vanessa <hope_f_germany@yahoo.de> Germany, Germany Germany -
David thank for such a great site. I am looking for information about my brother
Robert Steven Ross F Co. 50th Inf. LRP Class of 68-69. Any information, stories,
photos or current infomation anyone may have to pass on would be greatly
appreciated. Thank you in advance. Jim Ross <rinconsierra@hotmail.com> Wildomar, CA USA -
Just wanted to say "thanks" for putting up such a great page. It's nice to read
about people thinking we were doing the right thing in Iraq. Keep up the good
work everybody. HOOOOOOAAAAAHHHHHH! SCOUTS OUT Dan
Underwood <racinstang8950@hotmail.com> Fairmount, In USA -
I have a lot of pictures of the guys who served in Co F in Vietnam in 69 &
70. Will send them to this site sometime in the furture. Garry W Horseman <horse@indy.net> USA -
I am still receiving some great stories about John Rowland. Please keep them
coming I appreciate it greatly. And I would like to say thank you for his
picture also - AUNT Nancy-you married a good looking man. Laura K. Rowland <laura397r@aol.com> Albuquerque, NM USA -
Did you know you are eligible to receive a medal call the"Cold War Medal". Yep,
it's true. A simple one page form to fill out and mail or fax it in to Virginia.
To find the address go to your search and type in cold war medal.You will find
CDR, PERSCOM, etc. address.Always A Friend,Bruce Bruce
Craft <ranger50@aol.com> Horse Shoe, N.C USA -
I too want to thank you for keeping John Rowland's picture on the site. It is a
great tribute since I don't feel that he was honored the way he should have been
when he died. John served many times on honor guards and for him not to have had
an honor guard or a 21 gun salute was hard for my sons David and Daniel. They
had both served in the Army too and would have liked to have had this for their
dad and could have arranged it. Nancy Rowland Herzel Nancy
Rowland Herzel <herzeln@michigan.gov> Woodland, MI USA -
Gentlemen, I want to first say how proud I am of our troops and their bravery
and skill in freeing Iraq. I couldn't be prouder of them. I was however a little
upset that the Marines said that they did all the fighting and the Army could
come in and take over when they leave. Guess they don't realize all the Special
Ops that was going on while they were riding in their tanks. What about the 3rd
Inf div and the 82nd airborne? There is enough glory to go around and they don't
have to hog it. Unfortunely we didn't have the backing of the country when we
fought and died in Nam. Maybe America has learned it's lesson. Hope so. What do
you guys think how America handled this Iraq thing? Frank DeWitt <antique@atlantic.net> Lake Panasoffkee, Florida USA -
Once again,an apology for two things.Talked bad about Rowland.Didn't know what I
was talking about.Drunken a hole talk. Second is that I still have Klez 32 and
can't get rid of it.As insulting as I've talked, you guys have cut me slack.
thanks Terry O'Boyle <elyobo@gci.com> Eagle River, ALASKA USA -
Reunion 2003 - Message from Mike Rohly So far we have over 75 to attend, about
half were bringingtheir better half, and yesterday Arthur B. Rice's wife (Ft
Worth, TX) called while I was out and left a message that her husband, who
wanted to attend the reunion (they weremarried recently) died of cancer April 4,
2003 at their home (see current roster). Things are jumping, and I should have
the info out for the attendee's before the end of the month. That's right,
everything you have heard is true, the 25TH Division LRRP Detachment/Company,
Calvary; Company F, 50TH Infantry (LRP-LRRP); Company F, 75TH Infantry
(Airborne, Ranger); IS going to have a combined reunion of its founding, interim
and final parts in Colorado Springs, Colorado, October 15-19, 2003. IF you
areinterested; want information; and want to participate; contact Mike Rohly at
1-785-263-3035, 1604 Spruceway Street, Abilene, Kansas 67410-1544; FAX
at1-785-263-2049; email at: 1foot@classicnet.net Bill
Mrkvicka <wmrkvick@rochester.rr.com> USA -
Just checking in with eveyone. Looking forward to the Colorado reunion in Oct.
All quiet in the mountains of western NC. Going to an Army base in Israel to
volunteer this July. Never know might get lucky and see some action.All the
best,Always a Friend,Bruce Bruce Craft <ranger50@aol.com> Horse Shoe, N.C USA -
How about our boys in Iraq? I'm sitting transfixed daily watching them kick
butt. Don't you love the way Rangers and SEALS rescued that little girl?
Tomorrow I'm going to a pro troop rally. I'll be wearing my Vietnam colors. If
there is a protestor anywhere close I'll be in jail for a day or two...no biggy.
HOOOOOOOAAAAAAA RLTW Steve Steve Grzesik <saltwaterguy@hotmail.com> The beach, FL USA -
Just wanted to say thanks for keeping John Rowland's picture on the home page
for these past months. I wish you guys could have known the guy I knew back in
'67. He was really something... Mike Reiley USA -
This message is for the one and only SGT. NAVARRO,E (aka)ELBZ. Stay up and
everything is going to be alright.Remember that we all care and we cant wait
until you come back.You are truly a soldier adn you will go a long way. Keep up
the goood work. I miss you!LOVE, DIANNE OROZCO hugs and kisses. Semper Fi
Ooorah!!!!!!!!! did i say that right. miss you! DIANNE
OROZCO <deeliciousdgo@yahoo.com> ca USA -
Hello Dan,Good Post, I don,t think I will be at the mini-reunion. Health is
limiting my activities BUT I will be at the 2004 Reunion.Dave this site is
better all the time, Good work Brother.BouncerF/50 LRP68-69 Bouncer <LRRP50@earthlink.net> Sumner, WA USA -
Hello All: hope you/we are all doing well, but I see there are still some who
can't help but stir up the muck. QUESTIONwhat is the latest info on the 2003
mini-reunion Mike Rohly wrote most of us about? Have enough guys returned their
paperwork? Is it yet,"a go"? Would appreciate hearing more about that than
O'Boyle and "the worm". A good change of subject matter could warm our hearts,
no? God Bless.RLTW Dan Nate <dannate1@comcast.net> Woodbury Heights, New Jersey USA -
I was a radio operator/interceptor assigned to 7th Corp LRRPS in Ascaffenberg
Germany, later designated Co C/58th Infantry. 1st Sgt Clark was the Top SGT when
I arrived. I am trying to complete a wall plaque of all my military unit crests
for my Grandson and can not locate the LRRP Jayhawk Crest we had adopted for our
emblem,if anyone out there has one they could send me a photo of, it would be
greatly appreciated. Our Motto was " EYES BEHIND THE LINES" motto was, " EYES
BEHIND THE LINES" Thanks Terence S Pratt E7 (Ret) <terrypratt@netzero.net> West Melbourne, FL USA -
Sorry, wrong F Co. I was with Co,F 51st,Inf. LRRP. ABNWe were replaced by Co.D
151st. Rangers ABN. Then you guys replaced them, if I got it right. I was also
with 151st. till mid July. I walked rear security, carried a thumper with M16
slung. We were working for the 25th out of Chu Chi. When on Oct.14th. I got shot
through right hip & shrapnel in left thigh. Recooped in Japan for 3 months,
went on a misson in mid Jan. Left leg very, very week. Could hardly walk with
all that gear, kept falling down. The rest of the team was not thrilled with my
(Lame Ass)! They convinced me to go to sick call, got 90 day light duty profile.
Got sent to 151st. later the same day. It was looking like I'd be guarding the
wire every other night. But got lucky and TOP, had me learn the Mail Clerk's
job. He (TOP) said quote: Hell, you done your part. Carry ON!! Great Site! Keith O Morris (LURCH) <kodi-kyrr@msn.com> Leitchfield, Kentucky USA -
A/3/319; Class of '66-'67 I can still out shoot you rug rats; this is what I do;
gunsmith. I was never a LRRP, but sometimes large bores areComforting. Get it
all in one sock guys, and hay when did 173 get re-activated? At 57, I'd still
pass the physical.All the way! Andy A.B. (Andy) Adams
<mthunds@mountain.net> Moyers, West Virginia USA -
I have written a novel, taking place in Vietnam. After reading and studying a
great deal on the subject, I am confident I know more than most people. However,
I am very aware I obviously do not know as much as someone who actually was
there. I've tried to make it as true to life as I could, but I could use the
help of people who know much more than I to make it acurate. I would be greatly
honored to have any veterans who would like to read and critque it do so. Please
contact me if you are interested. Eric J. Belrose <ZpplnZ28@aol.com> Mooers, NY USA -
Just wanted to say thanks from a soon to be Army Ranger. There are many of us
who will never forget the sacrifices you fine men and your fallen brethren have
made for us. Hooah. Eric J. Belrose <ZpplnZ28@aol.com> Mooers, NY USA -
Dear Webmaster, my name is Brenda Dellinger and I am trying to find out
information about my father. He recently passed away on Feb 4 2003 and we were
really never told about his service record. His name was Leland Burton Dellinger
and my mother remembers him being a member of your organization. If you could,
could you please call us with his service record or any other information. Our
number is 402-376-2182, please ask for Brenda or my mother Martha. Thank you
very much for your time and I hope to hear from you. You may even call us on the
weekend if this works for you. Sincerely, Brenda Dellinger brenda dellinger <none> valentine, ne usa - DE
Fair is fair. Terry O'Boyle (and anyone else), if you're listening. Here is the
website that contains the program to remove the klez virus.
http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.klez.removal.tool.html Steve Grzesik <sgrzesik@tampabay.rr.com> The Beach, Florida USA -
Gentlemen- I received an e-mail from Terry this past December, apologizing to
all. I'm fairly certain he knows (now) his machine has the klez, but probably
not what to do about it. As fellow Veterans I'm not sure sending 3mb files to
him is the appropriate course of action. If you maitain a current anti-virus
software I think you ought to be in pretty good shape, otherwise maybe set up an
e-mail filter (can be done easily in Netscape or IE). Either way, let's not use
this site to flame each other, huh? We've all experienced enough trauma over
time and, until you've "walked a mile" in anothers' boots you really don't know
... Thanks--this thread will be deleted at the end of the month. David Regenthal
'68-69 webmaster <dregenthal@comcast.net> NJ USA -
This message is for all of John Rowland's friends. I am Johns brother, and he
has another brotherthat lives in Colorado Springs. We want to know when this
years reunion is planned, and wouldreally like to meet and talk to all of you.
Please contact me as soon as possible with informationabout this reunion. Kim Rowland <skysoldier@swcp.com> Albuquerque, NM USA -
Bat boy here, leavin 3rd Batt goin to korea, tryin to get in touch with someone
over there on LRS, if anyone can hook me up with a name, email, or somethin,
would be much appreciated.Rangers Lead The Way Spc
Mahoney <Bmaho001@earmyu.com> Benning, GA USA -
Just out surfing and ran across your site. A big HOOOAHH.I served with the 1st
Bde,101st LRRP's in 67-68. Welcome Home to all the Brothers. Edward "PEPPY" Wenglarz <ewenglarz@yahoo.com> Dongola, IL USA -
Also what coms for that display. i.e. PRC-25/77 to include what the squad used
to communicate with when separated.Thanks for any help.Welcome Home Brother Rick Maxson <stryker3@bellsouth.net> Sunrise, Florida USA -
Looking for a List of equipment carried by the individual LRRP team members
while on partol. Attempting to put together a display.Thanks for any
help.Welcome Home Brother Rick Maxson <stryker3@bellsouth.net> Sunrise, Florida USA -
I am very glad to be able to say hello to many of my brothers that survived the
war zone and health conditions up till now. I served in 3/4 Cav D Troop then
LRRP 25th Inf Div then Long Range Patrol 25th Inf Div. My e-Mail is
Jdemosfinaj@AOL.com Demos D Johnson
Jr <Jdemosfinaj@AOL.com> Baldwin, Florida 32234-2420 USA -
Your site catches the human spirit that never says die. I hope the memories that
you share here and the information you provide bring comfort to all those who
lost someone special. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Mia <Mia.98@excite.com> NJ USA -
During the Vietnam War we quickly learned that to win we had to implement
tacticsthat could beat the enemy. The LRRPS answered the call and became the
best"OJT" Rangers the army ever had in Vietnam. I was just a grunt, but
alwaysknew that my job was safer because of the intellience gathered by you
guy's!Thanks to all members of F Company, and I Salute you all. Kim Rowland <skysoldier@swcp.com> Albuquerque, New Mexico USA -
i want to ask you can you tell me somebody that survived from world war 2 Xochitl Macias <xochitl_ivan@yahoo.com> el paso, texas USA -
F Company Rangers,Just ran across an old F Co. 75th Ranger team leader, Tom
Dent. Recently moved to my neighborhood from PA. Contact me for his address and
phone number. He hasn't been in touch with anyone.Gary Linderer Gary Linderer <molrp@earthlink.net> Festus, MO USA -
Found an old Friend from my hometown this week and he invited me to come visit
the site. Quite Impressive to say the least. Thanks for making our Freedom for
my children and grandchildren.Kind regards,Elmer Frazier/USN 6 Years
1964-1970 Elmer Lee Frazier,
Jr. <elmerfrazier@aol.com> Riverside, CA USA -
Great. Thanks for the chance to meet you all here. Please contact me if you need
any help about us. 3 lands <help@threeland.com> Hanoi, Hanoi Vietnam -
Today is the first time I have had a chance to visit the site and I must thank
Dick Ewald for keeping me in his thoughts. I have written a number of emails
tonight to othe rangers of 70/71. It is great to be back home with the rest of
the guys. Eugene Parsons, LTC (Ret) <gene1646@aol.com> Alexandria, Virginia USA -
anybody checking in?? steve teems USA -
I met a guy a few years ago and i wondered if any of you guys ever heard of
him,,,,,,,,,,, he said his name was robert appleby. he said he was an LRRP in
vietnam. he said he refused the Medal Of Honer for saving a bunch of ausies. he
said he was the only American invited to march in a parade in Austrailia. i saw
documentry film footage of him marching in austrailia. please drop me some mail
if you know anything. yukonflats@yahoo.com bryan
bondurant <yukonflats@yahoo.com> faibanks, alaska USA -
Great site, thanks for letting me visit. Drop by www.saigonwarrior.com sometime.
Regards, Jim Finnegan <Finnegan@SaigonWarrior.com> England -
served with co. F in 68. was on team 23,25,26,and 29.would like to hear from
some of the old guys like Nagle, Ethridge, Stump, Devaga etc. steve teems <texokie@sbcglobal.net> ardmore, oklahoma USA -
Just would like all the Co F guys to know that I'm on line. Answers back will be
slow as I only get home off the road every 2 weeks, but I'll answer all I can.
Jim "HM" Freeman James "House Mouse" Freeman <rangerhm@bellsouth.net> Clarksville, TN USA -
I'm very fond of the way you guys over there are patriotic. I too serve in the
armed forces but we don't have the benefit of any respect from civilians. Douglas Parker <douglas.parker@cwcom.net> Chippenham, WILTS UK - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at
16:19:28 (EST)
Just wanted to say hello to all of company F Brothers and inform all that I do
still exist. Some of you know that I am in the final stages of completing my
master's program as a shrink and may and I say may go on for my doctorial,
however I am tired of school for now. I will be in DC this Veterans Day at the
Wall as I have been for many years with a group of fifty Vets from Arizona a
program sponsored in part by the Vet centers in AZ, called Operation Freedom
Bird. The purpose of OFB is to continue the therapy started at the Vet center
funded by private donations from the community. This year we will have General
Hal Moore and Joe Gallaway, some congressional and the undersecretary from the
VA as speakers at our dinner banquet. This has been a pet project of mine that
started with a friend of mine from the 101st airbourne and has continued for
fifteen years now. Last year Sandel found me there and I hope to see others
there as well. I hope all are doing well. I also wish all an Honorable Veterans
Day you all deserve the recognition for your service to this nation, take pride
and stand tall. Joe Little Joseph C. Little <jclittle1@cox.net> Phoenix, Arizona USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at
00:26:45 (EST)
I've been reading a lot about the LRRPS in Vietnam and have realized that I may
never fully understand the sacrifice that you have made. I just wanted to say
thank you. Zach Moore <blackhawk_7@go.com> Royston, Ga USA - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 10:02:33
(EST)
I was with D co. 75th rangers rvn 69 - 70. I would really like to hear from
anyone that was in my Co.Thanks, great siteFrenchy Gerard P Greene <lsc@ticnet.com> Dallas, Texas USA - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 12:28:41
(EST)
God Bless all of you! My father was in K75 Rangers, 101st Airborne and that's
about all I know of his record. He was in Vietnam, but I'm not sure when (68-71,
I think?) If any of you out there knew Raymond T. Gheen, jr. Please e-mail me
any stories, anecdotes, etc. They would be greatly appreiciated. (He's still
alive, as far as I know.) Also, my uncle Charles Bush (also known as Sandy) was
over there, but I don't know what company, etc. (He's still alive, and works as
an electrician now.) Any stories would be nice! Thank you all!! Kristy Moore <caul@comcast.net> Knoxville, TN USA - Friday, October 18, 2002 at 22:14:41
(EDT)
it's a honor to sign my name to this page. as a former ranger my self, i know
the sacrifice given by so many. my heart felt thanks for the great past and
history you have given all of us that have come after you. RANGERS LEAD THE
WAY!!! jason hayes mobile, al class of 95 jason <purplehayes1975@aol.com> mobile, al USA - Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 17:43:06
(EDT)
Hi! I'm Ian. You have a nice and usefull website. I am working for online as
seen on tv store. I find your site while searching for related sites and It's a
pleasure to sign your guestbook. Thanks! Texas -
Wednesday, October 02, 2002 at 06:03:58 (EDT)
John Rowland was a personal friend and hero of mine. Steve GrzesikF
Co Rangers, Cu Chi 1970 Steven
Grzesik <sgrzesik@tampabay.rr.com> St. Pete, FL USA - Saturday, September 21, 2002 at 01:23:47
(EDT)
Major John Rowland was my uncle and I would appreciate any stories that you can
send me. Please e-mail them to me. Thank you. Laura
Rowland <laura397r@aol.com> Albuquerque, NM USA - Wednesday, September 18, 2002 at
21:51:43 (EDT)
Hello! Amy Catering San Diego California. Thank you for letting me sign your
guestbook and thank you for your website. Glad you are here. San Diego, CA US - Saturday, September 14, 2002 at 19:00:08
(EDT)
Hello to all who were at Camp Eagle. I was there '71. Dennis Grant <dgranthouse@aol.com> Drayton, SC USA - Saturday, September 14, 2002 at 00:36:59
(EDT)
Folks- the guestbook has not been processing your posts since 9/4 due to a
problem with the script (which, if you are reading this, is now repaired). Keep
your eye peeled for the return of our (old) "threaded" Bulletin Board. My
apologies . . .Webmaster David Regenthal <dregenthal@comcast.net> Mystic Islands, NJ USA - Wednesday, September 11, 2002 at
12:00:26 (EDT)
No loss is so great as that of a brother, friend and outstanding soldier(s).
Their lives and service, to the nation, did not go unnoticed. Rest well - men of
Honor - rest well. "Till Our Next Patrol" Mark Ponzillo
<ponz@mindspring.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, September 04, 2002 at 12:55:48
(EDT)
I've known John and Oscar for lots of years from our Chat Room. Unfortunately, I never had the honor to have met them. It always saddens me to see another Brother go, es
