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Vietnam Security Police Association, Inc. (USAF)
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The Vietnam Security Police Association, Inc. (USAF) is an association for USAF Vietnam War Veterans
who served in Vietnam or Thailand from 1960-1975 as Security / Air Police, or as an augmentee.
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Vietnam Security Police Association, Inc. (USAF)

  • Ft. Hood Tragedy -- Jackie R. kays, Fri, Nov 06 2009, 19:18:07 PST (customer121_207.grm.net/216.139.121.207)

    Tragic Incident at Ft. Hood
    For Discussion
    (Just an OLD Investigator’s opinion)
    Personally, I find it hard to believe that this incident could have occurred ,
    due to all the red flags that had been raised in regard to the shooter’s background prior to the shooting!
    If half of the information published about this guys history is true…allegedly; he publicly announced his displeasure with the US military policies in Iraq and Afghanistan . He posted his objections to the two wars on his website. He had be counseled in regard to his negative attitude . He had made several attempts to get out of the Army. His political opinions were well known among his working associates. He had been trying to get out of his deployment to Afghanistan. He was or is a devout Muslim!
    My question begging to be answered here is; Where was the CID or the FBI? Or were they aware and did nothing? In any case, is seems like this incident could have and should been avoided due to the background information that appears to have been readily available to the investigative community.
    (Just my opinion)
    How quickly we forget?
    How many remember the case of Sgt. Hasen Akbar (Born Mark Fidel Kools) who on the 23rd of March 2003 at a base in Kuwait, “Fragged” two officers, Army Captain Christopher Seifert and Air Force Major George Stone and injured fourteen other soldiers. (He was a Muslim convert)
    In my humble opinion, I think the “Political Correctness” policy needs to be terminated so this type of tragedy doesn’t reoccur! We all know the old saying , “If there’s smoke….”

    Jackie R. Kays
    SSGT. USAF (Med Ret.)
    DaNang-65

    “I am forever honored for I have marched with heroes!” (jk)


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  • Vietnam’s largest tourism company is negotiating to buy a Fisherman’s Wharf hotel..... -- Bill Morris, Fri, Nov 06 2009, 15:27:41 PST (66-169-160-167.dhcp.ftwo.tx.charter.com/66.169.160.167)


    Vietnam’s largest tourism company is negotiating to buy a Fisherman’s Wharf hotel in San Francisco....

    I guess they want to leave their Dong in San Francisco....

    Full story at:
    http://sanfrancisco.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/stories/2009/11/09/story1.html


    1 Vietnamese Dong = 0.00006 United States Dollar


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  • Is It Just Me? -- Ramps (Underwhelmimg...,), Fri, Nov 06 2009, 14:03:40 PST (host6714200141168.direcway.com/67.142.168.141)
    I don't know about you guys, but I am amazed at the "underwhelming response" of the news media concerning the cold blooded murder, and wounding, of our troops at Fort Hood by a muslim TERRORIST !

    What would have happened if a "Right Wing, radical, Christian" had gone into a gay bar and killed 13 and wounded another 30 patrons ?

    It's like..., "Some soldiers were killed at Fort Hood today, and now to the weather"

    When are Americans going to wake up?


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  • New Member Introduction -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Fri, Nov 06 2009, 13:32:49 PST (dd.fws.gov/164.159.60.2)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Fred "Rosie" Rosenberg to membership in the VSPA. Fred served a year and eight months at Phu Cat in 1967-68, and currently lives in Pennsylvania. He found VSPA through another SP.

    Welcome Home!

    Phil


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  • Macedonian Suprise for Pease Greeters -- Junious (Bud) Owens, Fri, Nov 06 2009, 7:04:55 PST (c-71-232-184-187.hsd1.nh.comcast.net/71.232.184.187)
    Foreign Troops from afar mark the 300th flight welcomed at Pease. I was a suprise for the Greeters on Monday, Nov 2 to greet the troops deplaning. The were from the Madedonian Army headed for Ft Polk, La to train with the Vermont National Gurad prior to deployment to Afganastian.
    It was very interesting trying to communicate with thse troops who spoke very little english. Major Mark Tasler of the National Guard Bureau in DC was accompaning the group. The Greeters provided the same greeting for these troops as if they were our own. Thought you would be interested. Also, more photos are getting onto the websie, Peasegreeters.org if you are interesed. Bud Owens, VSPA Service Officer


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  • Blue USAF tags -- Jack Smith 377th SPS 68-69 LM 453, Fri, Nov 06 2009, 6:40:20 PST (adsl-75-60-189-5.dsl.wotnoh.sbcglobal.net/75.60.189.5)
    I have been searching the internet and ebay for the old Blue and White silk type US AIR FORCE sew on tags from the 60/70"s for jackets. Anyone have a spare or know where to find them?? I can find the new ones but they would not like right om my flight jacket from 71. Thanks for any info.
    Jack the Old Cowboy Poet


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  • Looking for Msgt Osborne -- Gary Bogart, Thu, Nov 05 2009, 15:16:08 PST (75.97.207.240.res-cmts.sth.ptd.net/75.97.207.240)
    Looking for any help. I served with Msgt. Osborne in 1971 at DaNang, 366th SPS Tiger Flight. Still Looking for him,


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  • Outstanding 72d SFS Freedom Award Winner -- William (Pete) Piazza, LM #141, Thu, Nov 05 2009, 13:52:42 PST (ip68-97-106-158.ok.ok.cox.net/68.97.106.158)
    Hi folks, SSgt Erika Osorio is at present a member of the 72d SFS at Tinker AFB, OK. This was the briefing that she gave the ALS class she was in and won the Freedom Award
    for that class. She will be cross-training into another career field next year and will be stationed at Dyess AFB, TX. We wish her the very best in her new job. Pete

    SSgt Erika Osorio
    13 October 2009

    Why I Serve?

    As a child, my father would tell me countless stories of the sufferings he had to endure. In my father's country there were little resources due to electoral fraud and a military government that resorted to political murder. It eventually led to a bloody civil war in the 1970s
    and 80s. Everywhere you turned there were hungry mothers, fathers, and even children.

    My father had a passion to attend school, which he never failed to surpass the other students. School was his getaway, therefore it helped his young mind from thinking of the hunger he felt. At the age of eight, he sadly had no choice but to leave school and start working in the cottonfields, if not his mother and four sisters would go hungry. I recall my mother telling me she would have to go to the market barefoot and sell fruit in order to feed my greatgrandparents. As years passed, matters were becoming worst as revolutionary forces fought against the government for fair elections. The actions amongst both parties affected the country immensely. My father with 10 colones in his pocket, equivalent to a quarter, after a hard's day
    work, would walk five miles home and see decapitated bodies scattered everywhere. Most of the time he was by himself and luckily was never seen, otherwise the forces would have killed him instantly. At that time, they would raid people's homes and steal their food, murder families with
    no explanation, and even rape young and older women in front of their families. Fortunately, both my mother and father escaped the highest peak of the civil war by coming to the land of opportunity, the United States of America. The U.S. has provided them opportunities such as
    citizenship, labor, and equal opportunity.

    When I made the decision to enter the Air Force, my sole purpose was to complete my college education however; I felt there was something else that was missing. I remember feeling a deep sadness when my parents and my sisters dropped me off at the recruiter's office, the day
    before basic training. My father with tears in his eyes said, "Mija, become successful and take advantage of the opportunities I never had." I departed with something unexplainable in my heart.

    I can recall the weeks I had to endure while in basic training from the yelling, perfect marching, physical training, shiny boots, and tip top shape lockers. All that hard work would pay off on the day of graduation when my family would see the transformations I had made.
    Graduation day was more than special to me since that "unexplainable" feeling finally manifested before my eyes.

    As all the different flights marched on the field I looked around and I was amazed to see how many people were in the stands. Not only the numbers however, the different cultures, races, religions, and ages that came together to celebrate one cause. The cause of a mother,
    father, brothers and sisters who made the courageous decision to serve their country. As I heard the National Anthem playing in the background, I proudly saluted the American Flag and at that precise moment is when the "unexplainable" happened. Both my parents endured sufferings of hunger; NOT here, in the United States we have programs which assist those who don't have enough, i.e. The Salvation Army. My mother as a child didn't have shoes; NOT in the United States, we have charities who donate shoes to those children who do not have any. My father had no choice but to leave school at the age of eight; NOT in the United States, we have laws that protect children and they must attend school. Lastly, my parents nearly faced death from the wars in their own country; NOT in the United States, we don't have a civil war occurring among our own country. Had my mother and father not escaped from their country, I wouldn't be standing here before you today. The United States of America has provided you, myself, and everyone else the opportunities other countries are not blessed with.

    As I processed all this information I realized how PROUD I am to be the daughter of the two heroes of my life, my strong parents, who taught me the meaning of opportunity and appreciation. I'm proud to say I AM an American, PROUD to salute our flag as the Star Spangled Banner plays, PROUD to honor those men and women who have given their life for
    this country, PROUD and ready to fight those wars the American people have entrusted us with, and PROUD to wear the uniform of one of the greatest organizations of the world, the Air Force, which represents Integrity Ist, Service Before Self, and Excellence in All We do. Therefore, if you ask me why I serve? That is why I serve!


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  • Kim Bayes-Bautista is OKAY at Ft. Hood -- Steve Gattis, Thu, Nov 05 2009, 12:36:13 PST (h159.43.20.98.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/98.20.43.159)
    Hello to all.

    The national news is covering a major shooting at Ft. Hood in which several people were killed on base. Several were injured.

    I was able to make contact with Kim's husband, Jaime. She is okay and was not on base at the time of the shooting.

    Please do not call Kim's office or cell phone until further notice. She is okay and on standby with members of her staff for grief counselling.

    Ft. Hood is locked down until a second suspect can be located.

    Steve


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  • A book worth owning -- Jackie R. Kays, Thu, Nov 05 2009, 10:36:35 PST (customer121_71.grm.net/216.139.121.71)
    Hi Gents,
    Just a reminder to all and especially the new members of the VSPA!
    If you have not read “Security Police in Vietnam and Thailand”
    you are missing a great opportunity to experience first hand
    War stories lived by your own VSPA brothers.
    The book is authored by twenty eight Security policeman of the VSPA.
    Stories range from acts of true heroics to comical stories.
    (This is a book worth owning and one that I'm sure you will relate to!)
    Note: all royalties are donated to the VSPA to be use for many good projects.
    This book and others on Vietnam are available at the VSPA PX.

    Thank you for taking the time to read this notice.

    Jackie
    “I am forever honored for I have marched with heroes!” (jk)


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  • Post Check Main gate -- Jack Smith 377th SPS 68-69 LM 453, Thu, Nov 05 2009, 9:24:18 PST (adsl-75-42-212-229.dsl.wotnoh.sbcglobal.net/75.42.212.229)
    The knee replacement for Roberta went well. Almost 3 hr on the table. Today she was up and using a walker. Might be home this late afternoon or in the morning. She needs to get moving. I need someone to work that span of mules to get the winter wheat in. Just kidding I will give her a extra day before I put her to work. You all know when she reads this someone will be in the dawg house for sure.
    Weather is clear about 62 right now. heavy frost this morning traffic very very light. In need of a 10-14. Jack the Old Cowboy poet


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  • You Never Know -- Gary Steele, Wed, Nov 04 2009, 17:07:25 PST (cache-dtc-aa12.proxy.aol.com/205.188.116.16)
    Funny how you sort of take things as they are in life and you just don't see or hear what is going on around you.For many years I have frequented this nice little butcher shop and especially for the holidays pick-up our favorite meats.I have recently found out that the owner's wife,Joanne has been crochetting as she get's time between running a business and taking care of her family to crochet over 118 lap quits and 1 full bed quilt for patients. Best part is that she does this for our veterans at our local V.A. Hospital right here in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. All she ask's is that if someone has any extra yarn that they do not need, to drop it off at the store and she starts another one. Great lady and a great friend to all of us Veterans. Thank You for being so NICE!! Gary Steele, Binh Thuy,68-69 :}


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  • Member's Mother passes -- Bob Mitchell LM 301, Wed, Nov 04 2009, 7:42:26 PST (ip68-14-6-65.ri.ri.cox.net/68.14.6.65)
    I was informed by one of our members this morning that another member's Mother has passed. Gary Meek, a minister, and a member of VSPA has had his mother pass on, in Kentucky. Please remember them in your prayers.


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  • Leatherman "Surge" tools -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Tue, Nov 03 2009, 18:26:50 PST (97-120-193-126.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.193.126)
    Ladies and Gents,

    At the reunion in Phoenix several guys inquired about how they could get one of the amazing, black, laser-engraved Surge multi-tools like the ones we send to dog handlers down range through the Old Dawgs and Pups program. There is a short opportunity right now to get in on our next order from the factory. If you're interested, email Bill Cummings for details and an order form. If you can't find Bill's email address, there's a link to it on the Old Dawgs and Pups new web page, at: http://www.war-stories.com/odap/ws-odap-military-working-dogs-bases.asp

    Christmas presents, anyone?

    Welcome Home!

    Phil


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  • VA Claims filing -- Bob Mitchell LM 301, Mon, Nov 02 2009, 10:11:24 PST (ip68-14-6-65.ri.ri.cox.net/68.14.6.65)
    http://www.vawatchdog.org/

    On this man's website there is a whole section giving detailed instructions on how to file a VA Claim and idiot proof it.


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  • Post Check Main Gate -- Jack Smith 377th SPS 68-69 LM 453, Mon, Nov 02 2009, 5:15:50 PST (adsl-99-159-251-79.dsl.wotnoh.sbcglobal.net/99.159.251.79)
    Main gate reporting; Crisp 32 degrees bring and clear skies. Traffic moving steady. School bus +passed at 0730 hrs. Next traffic will be the mail truck at 1045hrs. School bus back at 1530hrs. Quiet days here.
    For you that know my wife Roberta. She will be in the Horsepistol in the morning for a full knee replacement on her right leg. Any prayers will help. I will keep you all up dated on her.
    For all you K-9 troops. If you can find a copy of the Nov/Dec issue of The History Channel Mag, there is a real nice story on K-9's
    God Bless you all. Jack The Old Cowboy Poet


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  • Mom Lehman's birthday coming up Nov. 11 -- Erlyce Pekas, Sun, Nov 01 2009, 16:29:15 PST (97-124-123-169.phnx.qwest.net/97.124.123.169)
    Hello friends,

    Many of you asked me to remind you when Mom's birthday was coming up, so this seemed the easiest way. She will turn 87 years old on Veteran's Day, November 11. If you need her address or email address, please contact me for that information.

    I'll be thinking of all of you and your service to this country on that day. God Bless you.

    Erlyce


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  • This Veteran's Day -- Jaime J Bautista Jr / US Army Retired, Sun, Nov 01 2009, 13:33:13 PST (rrcs-24-153-236-156.sw.biz.rr.com/24.153.236.156)
    Thank you Veterans and "your" family members past and present for the Freedom I treasure. Thank you for all the selfless sacrifices made to protect what far too many take for granted. Thank you for your sleepless nights, so that I and those I love can close our eyes in peace. Thank you for all of your endurance in hardship so that I and my family can be at leisure in safety. Thank you for risking your very life so that those I care for may live without fear and unjust persecution. Thank you for standing guard in harsh conditions so that the rest of us can play, relax, and indulge in our dreams unhindered. Thank you for sacrificing your own freedom so that the rest of us may experience ours. You are the gate keepers of our hopes and dreams. May God assign each of you an angel of mercy to protect you through your toughest of times and darkest moments, so that you may return to us unharmed and unscathed by the horrors of others who refuse to understand what you stand for. You are not forgotten nor taken for granted, but are treasured beyond all common word. For those that have already given the ultimate sacrifice, I believe a time will come for all of you to be justly honored as kings and warriors in heaven before everyone.

    This Veterans day, let there be no doubt that you are very much appreciated and respected. THANK YOU!

    "Freedom has a taste, and for those who have fought for it, the taste is so sweet the protected will never know ..." - General George S. Patton


    * It was an incredible honor for me to meet so many unique and wonderful folks in Phoenix. It was quite evident why Kim has always held such a high regard for everyone and spoke many great things of all the members of the association. You are one of a kind, each of you, and I have been blessed to have met you in person. Thank you for your kind and thoughtful acceptance of me and greeting me with such open kindness. Kim and the girls send all their love and best wishes with hopes of seeing you all again in San Antonio, Texas - Jaime


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  • welcome home messages -- robert raybon, Sun, Nov 01 2009, 13:09:35 PST (adsl-81-146-89.mgm.bellsouth.net/65.81.146.89)
    Thanks to all the members of the VSPA for the welcome.It's good to feel among friends,i only wish i had known about the assoc.much sooner.Thanks to Ed Daubert who let me know about it,and i hope to renew friendships that are not forgotten.Thanks again. Robert Raybon


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  • comp increase -- Gary Walters, Sun, Nov 01 2009, 10:51:02 PST (NoHost/96.19.197.231)
    I have a question. I had put in for increase for neuropathy in my feet. I have DAV as mypower of attorney.
    Getting to the meat.
    Ireceived a letter from DAV said increase was denied and still haven't heard from VA anyone here can enlighten me on this?
    Thanks
    Gary PR BH 68-69


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  • Newest Life Member -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Sun, Nov 01 2009, 10:06:22 PST (97-120-194-187.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.194.187)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in congratulating VSPA member Dave Maltzan on becoming Life Member #592. Dave served at Cam Ranh Bay in 1968-69, and currently lives in Michigan. He's been a VSPA member for two years.

    Welcome Home to VSPA!

    Phil


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  • .......picked up at sea in 1975 by a US naval ship in the closing days of the Vietnam war, -- Bill Morris, Sun, Nov 01 2009, 3:31:00 PST (66-169-160-167.dhcp.ftwo.tx.charter.com/66.169.160.167)

    WASHINGTON – A US military officer who fled Vietnam as a boy and was picked up by an American ship will soon visit the country in command of a destroyer, the US Navy said on Friday.

    Full story at:
    http://news.yahoo.com/s/afp/20091030/ts_alt_afp/usvietnammilitaryoffbeat





    ~~ Happy Holidays to one and all. ~~


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  • Security Force Sharp Shooter -- Dave Maltzan CRB 68-69, Sat, Oct 31 2009, 19:23:34 PDT (ip-74-85.197.chesaning.speednetllc.com/74.85.197.147)
    I don't know if anyone saw this or not. I got it by e-mail from a good friend of mine who lives in SE Kentucky. He was blinded while serving in Nam.

    A REAL MISS AMERICA

    This 19 year old ex-cheerleader (now an Air Force Security Forces Sniper) was watching a road that led to a NATO military base when she observed a man digging by the road. She engaged the target (i.e., she shot him).

    It turned out he was a bomb maker for the Taliban, and he was burying an IED that was to be detonated when a US patrol walked by 30 minutes later.

    It would have certainly killed and wounded several soldiers.

    The interesting fact of this story is the shot was measured at 725 yards. She shot him as he was bent over burying the bomb. The shot went through his butt and into the bomb which detonated;he was blown to pieces. The Air Force made a motivational poster of her:

    (Folks, that's a shot 25 yards longer than seven football fields!) And the last thing that came out of his mouth ... was his ass!

    Yes we can be proud of our young security force people. They obviously are being well trained and putting that training to good use.

    Welcome Home
    Dave Phantom Flt.


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  • Bien Hoa Airbase, USA HAWK missiles -- John Mayfield, Sat, Oct 31 2009, 19:13:46 PDT (cpe-75-82-158-38.socal.res.rr.com/75.82.158.38)
    Hello,

    My name is John Mayfield I am trying to location information on D Battery, 6th Battalion, 56th Artillery (HAWK) a HAWK missile unit station at Bien Hoa Airbase from Sept 1965 to Sept 1968. The missile battery was located in the north west area of the base. I am trying to located pictures, maps or other items that would give the location of the battery.

    This is an unofficial project of a former member of this unit. Any records, maps, pictures, order of battle reports, unit orders and any other items pertaining to the 6th Battalion, 56th Artillery would be greatly appreciated.

    Mission: Collect, archive, preserve, the history of this proud unit.

    Thanks for any help you can give.

    John Mayfield


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  • Memory Lane -- Ramps (Playa Confi Jukebox.com), Sat, Oct 31 2009, 13:57:45 PDT (host6714200145168.direcway.com/67.142.168.145)
    Guys..., I'm sitting here doing some studying on this rainy afternoon. In the background I have Playa Confi Jukebox playing the top 100 songs of 1963. I went to Basic Tng in February 1963, then to Air Police School at Lackland AFB, and by mid-summer I was a 17 yr old kid on my first duty station at Langley AFB, VA..., Long time ago. Practically every song brings back another memory..., You should try it..., Kinda' like a VERY MINI Reunion. If you're snoozin' yer loosin' (LOL) Ramps


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  • New Member Introduction -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Sat, Oct 31 2009, 13:06:43 PDT (97-120-194-187.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.194.187)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Bob Raybon to membership in the VSPA. Bob served at Tan Son Nhut in 1971-72, and currently lives in Alabama. He found out about VSPA from another SP.

    Welcome Home!

    Phil


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  • New Member Introduction -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Sat, Oct 31 2009, 12:52:37 PDT (97-120-194-187.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.194.187)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Jack Soule to membership in the VSPA. Jack served at U-Tapao in 1972-73, and currently lives in Florida. He was recruited by VSPA member Mike Bostdorf (way to go MIKE!).

    Welcome Home!

    Phil


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  • Target stores rejest Vets -- Joe Baden, Sat, Oct 31 2009, 4:36:49 PDT (ip98-183-150-43.hr.hr.cox.net/98.183.150.43)
    Heads up. I just received an e-mail from VietNam Veterans of America. It seems that a local VVA chapter had approached a Target store for a donation to help with the Moving Wall. Target refused because it is against their national policy. It seems that Target is a french owned chain. I feel if they can't help us; then we don't need to help them. Check it out and then THINK before you and your family shop there.

    Joe Baden
    LM
    Phu Cat A.B., RVN


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  • Who's on first? -- Bill Morris, Sat, Oct 31 2009, 1:48:40 PDT (66-169-160-167.dhcp.ftwo.tx.charter.com/66.169.160.167)

    Who's on first? ....from YouTube.

    Abbott and Costello perform the classic "Who's on first?" baseball sketch in their 1945 film.... copy and paste the below.


    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sShMA85pv8M


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  • Saigon - Beautiful Sunday .............. -- Bill Morris, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 22:49:28 PDT (66-169-160-167.dhcp.ftwo.tx.charter.com/66.169.160.167)

    Just copy and paste the below from YouTube for beautiful photos of Saigon -- the Capitol of South Vietnam from years past....

    The music is from the singer Daniel Boone who became a one-hit wonder in the U.S. with the song "Beautiful Sunday."

    Just happen to find this on YouTube and thought some might enjoy the photos and music....



    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdGHWQ5Ev-Q


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  • New Member Introduction! -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 18:30:05 PDT (97-120-194-187.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.194.187)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Dave Lindquist to membership in the VSPA. Dave served at Takhli in 1972-73, and Nakhon Phanom and U-Tapao in 1975-76. He currently lives in Ohio, and found out about VSPA through our jam-packed website.

    Welcome Home to VSPA!

    Phil


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  • New Member Introduction! -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 18:04:57 PDT (97-120-194-187.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.194.187)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Bill Adams to membership in the VSPA. Bill served at Tan Son Nhut, Bien Hoa and Korat in 1972-73. He now lives in California, and found us through our huge website.

    Welcome Home to VSPA!


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  • New Member Introduction! -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 17:48:45 PDT (97-120-194-187.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.194.187)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Tom Wiseman to membership in the VSPA. Tom served at Bien Hoa in 1969-70, and currently lives in Virginia. He heard about us through the Air Force Security Forces Association.

    Welcome Home to VSPA!

    Phil


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  • a little help needed -- Bill Harris LM061, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 17:26:01 PDT (71-87-64-239.dhcp.mrqt.mi.charter.com/71.87.64.239)
    Dear Brothers and Sister
    I had a good time in Phoenix but need some help.
    I need the guy that was at Binh Thuy that gave me his DVD to Copy to contact me ASAP He can now copy it as i have fixed it so he can do so.. sorry brother i do not remember your name as i have at times cant remember mine LOL....
    Second Sam i need you to contact me or anyone that can put me in touch with Sam... He is Native American sorry Sam sorry i did not get your last name.. Please if anyone can help me get in contact with these two people. I leave to go to my daughters home in Vietnam in less then two months and would like to make contact before i leave
    thanks all &
    Welcome Home
    Bill


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  • Past Thanksgiving Feasts -- Don Hamilton, LM 201 (yum yum), Fri, Oct 30 2009, 15:22:18 PDT (ip68-231-100-12.ph.ph.cox.net/68.231.100.12)
    Brothers-

    The Thanksgiving Day Holiday is only a few weeks away. I was wondering what you ate when you were in country on Thanksgiving Day?

    C Rats? Turkey from the Chow Hall? Perhaps something from that Package From Home? I am sure more then one of us had the liquid meal.

    Perhaps you were lucky like I was and did not arrive till after Thanksgiving and left for Home before the next one.

    Don Hamilton, LM 201
    Tuy Hoa 69-70


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  • Vets get classifyed wrongly, why? -- Bob Hubbard, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 12:42:04 PDT (nc-65-173-72-246.dyn.embarqhsd.net/65.173.72.246)
    Got this newsletter today from my US sentor Sen. Burr (R-NC)...it really made me upset...



    Also with regard to our veterans, yesterday, I spoke on the Senate floor about protecting the constitutional rights of our veterans. Unbeknownst to many, veterans who come to the VA for help, but who cannot manage their own financial affairs, are labeled as “mentally defective.” On that basis alone, their names are put in an FBI database (along with criminals) and are denied their Second Amendment rights. These decisions about whose names to send to the FBI are not being made by judges or through a judicial process, but by VA employees who work with veterans.

    According to the spouse of one veteran who reached out to the VA Committee, a VA fiduciary told her husband – a seriously-wounded Iraq veteran – that not only would he not be permitted to keep an heirloom gun he intended to hand down to his son, but he would also not be permitted to go on adaptive hunting trips. This was not because he was deemed a danger to himself or others, but only because VA had appointed a fiduciary to help the family manage their finances. What’s worse is that this injustice is happening to the dependents of these veterans as well. That’s why I have introduced a bill to protect the constitutional rights of our veterans by ending this arbitrary practice. My bill, the Veterans Second Amendment Protection Act (S.669), protects the rights of veterans by ensuring that only a judge -- not an agency bureaucrat -- can determine whether a veteran is a danger to himself or herself or to others and whether to refer the veteran’s name to the FBI. This is to ensure that veterans receive due process under the law. This legislation is supported by the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, AMVETS, and the Military Order of the Purple Heart.

    America’s veterans fought for the liberties granted to us in the Constitution, and they deserve the freedom to enjoy the rights they sacrificed so much to protect. To view my floor speech, click here.


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  • Target date -- Van Digby, BX Manager, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 11:41:49 PDT (fl-71-49-15-235.dhcp.embarqhsd.net/71.49.15.235)
    Joyce and I arrived at the winter home in Florida last Monday night. The BX was shipped to Fl. until we arrived in Fl. The temps. coming from 20's/50's to the 90's has put a halt to cleaning up the house outside. We hope to start to mail out some 40 orders that have been sitting since we got back from reuion. At present, the target date to start mailing out orders is Monday, pm.


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  • How to find date of incident? -- Robert J. Mitchell, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 11:18:31 PDT (ip68-14-6-65.ri.ri.cox.net/68.14.6.65)
    Does anyone know how to find the date of an incident? I was on post at the end of the active runway, across from the mortuary when a plane landed at the other end of runway and the wing rockets (don't know the technical names or even type of plane) came flying down the runway over me and into the bay.
    I have no conception of the date other than it would have to be between Aug.'67 and Dec.'68.
    Any help would be appreciated, thanks.


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  • Such a Sad Thing -- Sam Lewis LM 302 PR 67-68, Fri, Oct 30 2009, 4:00:13 PDT (pool-151-199-107-160.roa.east.verizon.net/151.199.107.160)
    Ive been so buisy these day organizing and participating in PGR events, home and family , and working regretfully I had to give up the VFW Honor Guard for a while at least until I retire in a year or so Lord Willing . . Hated to do it but there is just so much time for any of us and I want to do the things I can well rater that a bunch m of things Half A..ed.

    Anyway ,I was contacted by a friend day before yesterday to see if I could arrange for a flag line and escort for a three term Vietnam, Desert Storm , and 32 year veteran of the Coast Guard and Army who has suddenly passed away with a fast moving cancer . He piloted one of those River Boats up and down the Mekong River in Nam. Two weeks ago he was a vibrant 67 yr. old in seemingly perfect health and suddendly he was stricken with a form of cancer that most likely was brought about by exposure to pesticides . Bingo, Agent Orange. Las t night we stood in honor of this hero and today we will be taking him to his final resting place. Please pray for his wife and family who are devistated . sam


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  • Poem -- Terry Sasek, Thu, Oct 29 2009, 22:20:36 PDT (d192-24-203-219.try.wideopenwest.com/24.192.219.203)
    "Some Day When We Start Crying"

    Some day when we start crying will we ever stop?
    Will our tears keep flowing into a great river?
    Destined to fill the vast oceans we had crossed

    Will those memories we suppressed for forty years
    Take a toll on us from which we will never recover?
    From the images that have haunted us for decades

    The sights of old men and women seeking shelter
    To escape the constant threats of a hideous death
    Trying to understand why they've never known peace

    Maybe it's the heart breaking site of those orphans
    Those crying and lost kids just trying to survive
    Only had a few nuns who cared if they lived or died

    They were out every day begging for food or money
    So they could buy medicine from black marketeers
    In the hope that they could save one more child

    We were very young too and far from our own homes
    Missing our loved ones and friends we saw to much
    At nineteen or twenty we should've been in college

    Instead we were being shot at by rockets and mortars
    This was not the way we had planned our lives to be
    We'd graduate from college get a job and have fun

    But instead we were in the jungles and rice paddy's
    Some at fixed bases while others humped the boonies
    Searching out those elusive ghosts we called Charlie

    We have seen death and destruction at to young an age
    You had to bury it away in your mind or you'd go insane
    How in God's name can they kill and maim little children

    We all served in that God forsaken place called Vietnam
    We were suppose to defend their freedom and their country
    But in the end we were fighting to save each other there

    After all these years that have passed by we still care
    Our brother warriors that we had fought with side by side
    Are still to this day closer to us than our own brothers

    Some day in the future we will finally put it all to rest
    All that bitterness and the nightmares will become tears
    They'll form a flowing river that runs down to the sea



    © Terry Sasek - all rights reserved.

    Dedicated to a high school friend who
    served in Vietnam. He recently ended
    his own life after 40 years of those
    nightmares he just couldn't put away.

    In memory of my friend Jimmy Johnson


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  • hon tre island k-9 -- john cain, Thu, Oct 29 2009, 20:28:20 PDT (c-76-125-133-211.hsd1.pa.comcast.net/76.125.133.211)
    on the hon tre island base it says no k-9 we did have 3 dog handlers at hon tre that would spend time there volunteer wise from nha trang . I spent 30 days on the island with my dog in 1969


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  • Binh Thuy Troop at Reunion -- Bill Cummings, Thu, Oct 29 2009, 18:51:03 PDT (c-69-242-231-26.hsd1.az.comcast.net/69.242.231.26)
    During the last night of the reunion a member that served at Binh Thuy approached me and handed me two photographs of a dog and his handler that was taken during his tour. He asked me to see if I could identify the handler and get back with him..

    I have identified the dog team as Dennis Smith and K-9 Shawn A676 (tour of 1967) Binh Thuy.

    I have the photographs and if who every gave them to me would like them back - please contact me so I can return them.

    PS - Great looking dog team - looked like a bad $^@# dog by way!


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  • New Member Introduction! -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Thu, Oct 29 2009, 18:08:16 PDT (97-115-119-112.ptld.qwest.net/97.115.119.112)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Don Poirier to membership in the VSPA. Don served at Phan Rang in 1971-72, and currently lives in New Hampshire. He found the VSPA by locating our overflowing website.

    Welcome Home!

    Phil


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  • World Series -- Bob Mitchell LM 301, Thu, Oct 29 2009, 16:33:20 PDT (ip68-14-6-65.ri.ri.cox.net/68.14.6.65)
    Haven't heard much from Yankee fans concerning last nights game.
    Is it true that the Phillies wear RED SOX?--LOL


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  • PTSD Claim changes -- Robert J. Mitchell, Thu, Oct 29 2009, 15:19:32 PDT (ip68-14-6-65.ri.ri.cox.net/68.14.6.65)
    http://www.baystatevet.com/bsvfall.pdf

    Interesting article regarding changes in VA's PTSD claims response.
    It encourages those who have been denied to refile.


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  • Vinyle Records to PC / Turntable -- Don Poss, Wed, Oct 28 2009, 21:41:29 PDT (cpe-75-82-158-38.socal.res.rr.com/75.82.158.38)
    Gents:

    Whoever emailed a week or so ago regarding the type of turntable I used for converting vinyle records to MP3 on my PC: Please email me, I have additional info for you.

    Don Poss


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  • Another Vietnam Sky Cop Has Passed Away -- William (Pete) Piazza, LM #141, Wed, Oct 28 2009, 17:58:26 PDT (ip68-227-114-24.ok.ok.cox.net/68.227.114.24)
    Received this sad info today. Our prayers and condolences go out to his family and friends. Pete

    Billy J. Smith, 79, of Palmyra, died on Sunday, October 25, 2009, at a local care facility.

    He was born August 9, 1930, in Cave City, Arkansas, the son of the late Cecil Smith and Mary Elizabeth Bray Smith.

    Billy retired in 1973 from the United States Air Force as a Chief Master Sergeant after 24 years of service. He served in Vietnam and was the recipient of a Bronze Star Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal. In 1993 he retired from Civil Service at NASA-Langley as the Assistant Security Chief after 12 years of service. He was a member of the Air Force Security Organization and First Presbyterian Church in Charlottesville. He had also been a member of the American Legion Post 74 for 10 years.


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  • Plaque -- Mike Cowder (LM 553) (happy), Wed, Oct 28 2009, 13:45:04 PDT (cache-mtc-aa12.proxy.aol.com/64.12.116.16)
    A week ago I sent my thank you to my VSPA Brothers for sending me a beautiful wooden carved plaque, but it never got posted for some reason.(My fault I'm sure). So I want to try this again. I washed "THE WALL" twice this year but I didn't do it for thank yous. In fact I never even knew about the plaque. There were a number of other VSPA and Eagle chapter (AFSFA)members there as well.
    Thank you VSPA. I'm really proud to be a small part of this organizaion.
    Michael Cowder


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  • Our Webmaster -- Sam Lewis, Wed, Oct 28 2009, 12:18:43 PDT (sslvpn.nrvcs.org/64.4.105.162)
    Don takes a lot of crap that he doesnt deserve, regretfully from me at times in the PAST and I do regret that, but when the chips are down he is always first there to help any of his brothers including those that have offended him.HE HAS TAKEN HIS VALUABLE TIME HELPING ME WITH A PROBLEM ALL AFTERNOON . Did he have to do that, NO . Under the circumstances should he have done that , probably not but he did it anyway.VSPA is indeed VERY fornunate to have him there for all of us. sam


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  • Brothers in Arms -- Mark Crawford (Great), Wed, Oct 28 2009, 4:47:48 PDT (c-75-71-19-181.hsd1.co.comcast.net/75.71.19.181)
    http://www.thewarriorsong.com/Welcome.html
    Ought to make you tap your toe's


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  • Honor Flight Volunteers -- Gary Jones, LM-363, Wed, Oct 28 2009, 3:31:42 PDT (cpe-098-025-041-213.sc.res.rr.com/98.25.41.213)
    I have extracted the following item from the AFSFA Eagle Flight Newsletter. They need volunteers to assist 101 WW II Vets making the trip to THEIR Memorial. This will be a highly emotional visit for these heroes. If you live in the DC area and can help, contact Mr Mike Emick at the phone/e-mail address at the end of this post.

    Honor Flight Needs Help. I received the following request from George DeFilippi, Chairman of the Steele Chapter of the Air Force Association (AFA) of Washington DC. If you can help please respond directly to him on this very important matter that needs an immediate response if interested.

    This is a last minute plea for help. On 29 October, Honor Flight will be escorting 101 World War II veterans from Ocala Fl to visit the WWII Memorial in Washington DC.

    What is Honor Flight - Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created solely to honor America's veterans for all their sacrifices. Honor Flight transports our heroes to Washington, D.C. to visit and reflect at their memorials. Top priority is given to the senior veterans – World War II survivors, along with those other veterans who may be terminally ill. http://www.honorflight.org/ A rare opportunity to meet these heroes of the “Greatest Generation.”

    Mike Emmick, the organizer, had local support lined up but they bailed on him late last Friday. If interested in helping and can spare the time see the details below:

    Subject: Honor Flight will be bringing 101 WWII Veterans from Ocala Fl
    Date: 29 October
    Time: 12pm
    Location: WWII Memorial
    Itinerary:
    · 12:00 - 2:00 WWII Memorial
    · 2:00 – 3:00 – Walk to Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial
    · 3:00 – 3:30 – Bus ride over to Air Force Memorial (drive by only)
    · 4:00pm – Arrive @ Arlington Cemetery for Changing of the Guard
    Need: 5-10 Volunteer escorts to push wheel chairs and general logistics.

    Mike already has 30 volunteers from Ocala but needs additional help. The local support he had lined up bailed on him. Mike is looking for 5-10 or more volunteers if possible to help escort, push wheel chairs and general logistics assistance.

    Volunteers should go to the WWII Memorial at 12:00 on the 29th and look for a large group of WWII veterans and ask for Mike… he says everyone will know who he is. His contact information is located below.

    Let me know and I’ll let Mike know to expect you. I’ve included his contact information so you can contact him the day of the event to complete your rendezvous.

    Organizer: Mr. Mike Emmick –
    Email: xtoothman@aol.com
    352-216-5252

    If any Eagle Chapter members will volunteer please let me know as well and send photos. I look forward to hearing from you.


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  • Security Police at Tan MY -- James Cook, Tue, Oct 27 2009, 12:53:50 PDT (209-234-158-78.static.twtelecom.net/209.234.158.78)
    Does anybody have information about the 366th security police personnel from Danang
    that were posted to the US Coast Guard station at Tan My to guard the
    site. Is there any information on how/why the decision was made to use
    Air Force personnel and how long they were there and how many rotated
    through and what happened to the site?


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  • Posted USAF Official photos of the 4 Dec 1966, TSN. -- Don Poss, Mon, Oct 26 2009, 21:52:02 PDT (cpe-75-82-158-38.socal.res.rr.com/75.82.158.38)
    Gents:

    Check out the USAF Official photos of the 4 Dec 1966 Sapper Attack at Tan Son Nhut Air Base. Photos by the 600th Photo Squadron. Submitted by Joe McNeil.

    http://www.vspa.com/aspprotect/tsn-joe-mcneil-4-dec-1966.asp


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  • Service in Thailand equal to VIetnam -- Don Poss, Mon, Oct 26 2009, 20:52:19 PDT (cpe-75-82-158-38.socal.res.rr.com/75.82.158.38)
    Gents: I received an email from a member concerned about how some Thailand members might feel about the value of their service during the war, as compared to service in Vietnam. This concern arose after his conversation with a Thailand member looking at a Vietnam Service Medal in the BX.

    The member’s email follows without his name, at my request, because some hothead member might not read past his question and concerns, and make totally wrong conclusions about his points.

    Here is his email – read it completely through:

    “Hi Don, I was considering posting the question I have on the BB, but thought better of it as not to cause any of the guys feelings to be hurt, and why should the rest of the world know anyway? I feel this way is better, and hope you can offer some clarification.

    My question is: Are our Thailand brothers Vietnam veterans the same as we who served in Vietnam?

    As far as I'm concerned they are the same as our brothers [as are those] who served off shore aboard ships, but this issue has been troubling me since Phoenix.

    [Here’s why I ask] While standing in line to pay at the BX during the reunion, a fellow SP in front of me was looking at the pin display, and asked if I had served in Vietnam. I said, yes. He told me he served in Thailand, and didn't feel he deserved to wear a pin that said Vietnam Veteran since he wasn't in-country.

    All I could think of to say to him was that he had every right to wear it; Thailand was part of the war theater. He was in as much danger as the rest of us. His wife said, “That's what I've been telling him!”

    I was at a loss for what else to say, and that was the extent of our conversation. I didn't get his name, nor saw his name tag. Since then I've been very concerned for the other Thailand members of the VSPA who may be feeling the same.

    I've only been a member for less than two years, and have no knowledge if anything like this has ever come up. I suppose I've already answered my own question, but any conformation to it would be most helpful, and appreciated.

    Still, my concern is if others feel the same.

    Thanks Don,
    "Life Member”

    My response to “Life Member”:

    Life Member: I think you have raised a very good question and concern. I will post your email and comments ‘anonymously’ on the BB.

    If any member who served in Thailand voices such a feeling of not being worthy or qualified for a VSM, then I would refer him to the great number of stories posted at VSPA for Thailand bases…and to the casualty listing where he can scan the 26 or more Thailand KIA/LOD personnel named on those honor rolls.

    I would never have thought anyone who served in Thailand would somehow feel unworthy for the VSM--it just never has crossed my mind! I feel very strongly this concern should be raised and voiced so that anyone, including the member you spoke with, would understand they are considered brothers who fought and served in every way, and, those who served in Vietnam are proud of their Thailand service and would stand the perimeter or outside the wire with any of them!

    To the Thailand Brother at the reunion BX, who may somehow feel unworthy for a VSM: If you want to see a grown man cry, then look me in the eye and tell me I am not your brother. That little yellow-three-red-stripe ribbon with green-bookends on your hat belongs to us both. We earned it. We have Thailand-Vietnam brothers who died and bled for it, and some are still dying today because of it. No one can ever say differently.

    So...whoever you are, Welcome Home Brother!

    PS: I feel so strong about having to do something to show my support that I just ordered a “THAILAND” pin for my hat from the BX!

    Don Poss

    Vietnam Service Medal:
    http://www.vspa.com/aspprotect/usaf-medals.asp?zoom_highlight=%22vietnam+service+medal%22
    was established by Executive Order 11213, July 9, 1965.
    Award: Awarded to all service members of the Armed Forces who between July 4, 1965 and March 28, 1973, served in the following areas of Southeast Asia: In Vietnam and the contiguous waters and airspace; in Thailand, Laos or Cambodia or the airspace there over or in the direct support of military operations in Vietnam.


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  • New Member Introduction! -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Mon, Oct 26 2009, 17:26:40 PDT (97-115-119-41.ptld.qwest.net/97.115.119.41)
    Ladies and Gents,

    Please join me in welcoming Bill Doster to membership in the VSPA. Bill served at Tan Son Nhut in 1965-66, and currently lives in Connecticut. He found out about VSPA from another SP.

    Welcome Home!

    Phil


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  • VSPA BOOK -- George W Davis, Mon, Oct 26 2009, 13:06:37 PDT (187.birmingham-01rh15-16rt.al.dial-access.att.net/12.74.170.187)
    Do anyone have a update on the VSPA BOOK ?


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  • Phu Cat AB Sapper Attack, 22 Feb 1969, posted -- Don Poss, Sun, Oct 25 2009, 20:47:47 PDT (cpe-75-82-158-38.socal.res.rr.com/75.82.158.38)
    Gents:

    Member Mike Sipes has posted a SAPPER ATTACK story for Phu Cat Airbase, that occured on 22 Feb 1969.

    http://www.vspa.com/aspprotect/pc-mike-sipes-37th-sps-sapper-feb-22-1969-p1.asp

    WARNING: The Graphic Photos page is posted in the Restricted Area and requires current membership to Login.

    Don Poss,
    VSPA Webmaster


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  • Update Packages From Home -- Missy Hamilton, Sat, Oct 24 2009, 13:17:52 PDT (ip68-231-100-12.ph.ph.cox.net/68.231.100.12)
    Just to let you know, Packages From Home was so very happy to receive the donations made at the Phoenix Reunion.

    Your donation of $598.65 will help them fill the 9 empty shelves and send a package to so many of our troops in the wars.

    Thank You for your assistance and donations.

    Missy Hamilton


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  • New Sapper Attack story posted! -- Don Poss, Sat, Oct 24 2009, 13:07:09 PDT (cpe-75-82-158-38.socal.res.rr.com/75.82.158.38)
    Gents & Ladies:

    A must-read story by Bill Trimble (LM465) concerning the Tan Son Nhut AB Sapper attack on 4 Dec 1966 at:

    <http://www.vspa.com/aspprotect/tsn-bill-trimble-k9-kemo-1966-1967.asp>

    Bill's story has an incredible account (with photos) of his being a dog handler in Vietnam for Ten Minutes! whereas he held the leash of a wound K-9 named NEMO. Read the surprise and ironic ending to this great story!

    Don Poss,
    VSPA Webmaster


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  • PRangers Picture from Reunion! -- Hawk, Sat, Oct 24 2009, 6:58:01 PDT (cache-mtc-aa12.proxy.aol.com/64.12.116.16)
    Anybody got a copy of group picture of PRangers in PHX? It's for my buddy Rick Hernandez. Rick was at PR 67-68. We were roomies at March 69-70. Hawk


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  • 24 October 1966 -- Bill Morris, Sat, Oct 24 2009, 0:41:47 PDT (68-187-33-39.dhcp.ftwo.tx.charter.com/68.187.33.39)

    43 years ago today....

    President Johnson meets with other Allied leaders in Manilla and they pledge to withdraw troops from Vietnam within six months if North Vietnam "withdraws its forces to the North and ceases infiltration of South Vietnam."


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  • Our Music -- Ramps (The Memories), Fri, Oct 23 2009, 18:29:01 PDT (host6714200147168.direcway.com/67.142.168.147)
    I would like to encourage our new members to visit Chu65 for a tour through Vietnam in music and memories. It starts with Taps For The Fallen Brave and it never fails to cover my eyes with a mist that ends up running down my cheeks. Look for no 6 on page one, 50,000 Names On The Wall by George Jones..., Gary Jones recently wrote about the 25th anniversary (Gary is probably related to George, LOL). MANY, MANY favorite songs..., Welcome Home!

    chu65nang67.us/nam/StreamPlayer1


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  • Luke AFB thunderbolt News coverage of VSPA visit -- Hector Ramos, VP-VSPA, Fri, Oct 23 2009, 18:22:28 PDT (c-68-39-53-181.hsd1.nj.comcast.net/68.39.53.181)
    For a downloadable PDF copy of the newspaper go to www.aerotechnews.com/lukeafb/
    and check on the 10/16/09 edition.

    Comments (I'm sure they'd like to hear from you)can be made to the editors by emailing luke.thunderbolt@luke.af.mil


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  • 56th SPS patch on ebay -- Jonathan Faulkner, 56th SPS, Fri, Oct 23 2009, 17:47:14 PDT (c-68-35-255-110.hsd1.fl.comcast.net/68.35.255.110)
    Check out this item on ebay and its description: http://cgi.ebay.com/Patch-56th-SPS-Cobra-Flight-SON-TAY-Vietnam-War_W0QQitemZ260486820506QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3ca639729a
    Draw your own conclusions.


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  • Long Day with Troops -- Junious (Bud) Owens, Fri, Oct 23 2009, 17:41:12 PDT (c-71-232-184-187.hsd1.nh.comcast.net/71.232.184.187)
    Wel, Bette and I just returned home after a long day at Pease with Army Gueard that are returning Home. Couple of different units from all over but several from Iowa. Their plane had a problem so they were here about 5 hrs. We, the Greeters, enjoyed to long visit and had a chance to talk with many different troops. They did not mind since they were on USA Soil. Just thought I would let you know we are busy greeting the troops. Bud Owens, VSPA Service Officer.


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  • Ray Ramos, DaNang -- Bob Mitchell LM 301, Fri, Oct 23 2009, 12:00:42 PDT (ip68-14-6-65.ri.ri.cox.net/68.14.6.65)
    I was just surfing the web and found a post by a friend I've been looking for for years, Ray Ramos. His address was listed as 1023 W Amber, San Antonio, TX, 78221.
    I looked the address up on a search locator and he wasn't listed. I'm just wondering if anyone lives in that area and might be able to locate him. Just a long shot.


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  • People you meet.... -- John Lochte LM#556, Fri, Oct 23 2009, 7:39:40 PDT (CSC-CHD-FCH-3-CGEN-i-pub.amer.csc.com/20.137.18.53)
    I have Vietnam shirts and hats and decals on my Harley and car but...

    My step-daughter is in marching band at her high school (senior this year) and I was "volunteered" to help, which I don't mind cuz she is a great kid!

    I had one of my shirts on and was amazed at how many people came up to me and shook my hand and said welcome home...I mean, I get that from time to time, but these folks went out of their way to do it.

    As the sun set, it started getting a little chilly, so I put my VSPA jacket on. I started watching the show and noticed a guy who was filming (or making a video - lol - guess they don't film anymore) kept looking at me. He finally walked over to me and looked at the patch and said thank you for your great job! Seems he was an F-100 mechanic at Phu Cat the same time I was there. Small world!

    Just thought I would share...

    John


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  • Luke AFB/Reunion -- Jim Costello, Thu, Oct 22 2009, 17:11:30 PDT (cache-ntc-ac10.proxy.aol.com/207.200.116.139)
    With memories of the reunion still fresh in my mind, I searched the site of Luke AFB, and found a very nice article written about our visit with the troops. I know it was a special day for all of us. Their dedication to God, Country, Duty is an inspiration this old vet will not soon forget. What we left behind so long ago, is indeed in excellent hands today.

    Having the opportunity to visit with the troops the past two years, and being a member of the VSPA almost as long, has reinstilled in me the Air Force pride I once had in more years than I care to remember. My heartfelt thanks to all of you, and to the BRAVE men and women of todays Air Force. May God Bless them, protct them, and bring them home safe to us.

    Just copy and past the link below. Enjoy!


    http://www.luke.af.mil/news/story.asp?id=123173200

    Jim Costello LM#552


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  • plaque -- Rich Nucifora LM 220 (honored), Thu, Oct 22 2009, 14:13:04 PDT (76-250-236-46.lightspeed.wlfrct.sbcglobal.net/76.250.236.46)
    Today in the mail,I received a plaque from MY BROTHERS in VSPA, for my part in helping maintain THE WALL. Thank you all so much for the honor. I accept it, not only for myself, but on behalf of my brother and niece. They came because they felt it was a way to thank us all, especially the 111 of our brothers that didn't come home.
    If you ever have a chance to make it to THE WALL and help clean it once, you'll want to go back. It's a great healing process.
    Thank you again.


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  • Malaria Pills -- Steve Hall, Thu, Oct 22 2009, 9:22:20 PDT (adsl-68-120-85-228.dsl.irvnca.pacbell.net/68.120.85.228)
    I posted this on the FFZ BB, but didn't get any response.
    Maybe it wasn't getting seen there, so I'll post it here, too.

    Prior to the reunion, I was trading e-mails with a certain person who is known for wearing Hawaiian shirts at the reunion. We were "discussing" our experiences involving malaria pills...The discussion got pretty funny in an unusual way, so I am presenting a new topic that I am sure will be enlightening and maybe even terrifying.

    The topic: What is the worst experience or memory you have involving malaria pills? You can cite your own worst experience or an experience that happened to another person. Asking you to "keep it clean" doesn't seem to make much sense with this topic, but you get the idea.


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  • Searching for Vietnamese Translator @ 3rd SPS Bien Hoa -- John W. Goodrich (Searching for long lost friend), Wed, Oct 21 2009, 18:46:18 PDT (cpe-67-10-176-96.satx.res.rr.com/67.10.176.96)
    His name was Son. All I have. We lost contact. Looking for his full name, etc. He was in VNAF but worked nights at 3rd SPS Bien Hoa Desk as tranlator. He was there from Jun 67 to Jun 69. I was there as Augumentee and Mortury Control Team.
    We shared many experiences during TET, etc.
    Does anyone know a name or a resource I could contact to continue my search? Would the 3rd SPS possibly have his names on a roster,etc.

    Thanks!

    John Goodrich
    Texas Veterans Commission
    210-274-8413 Cell
    210-659-6728 Home


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  • Thank-You -- Ron Eberhart L/M 47 (Blessed), Wed, Oct 21 2009, 7:11:14 PDT (adsl-76-235-82-236.dsl.covlil.sbcglobal.net/76.235.82.236)
    I just wanted to share my good news with all of you. As many of you know my wife has been suffering with multiple myleoma since July 07-------I have asked for your prayers several times throughout this ordeal.

    On July 10th she went in for a stem-cell transplant--this was a frightening thing to face. Waiting for the 10th of July was like waiting for an execution. It is ,in the words of her doctor, a 'harsh' treatment that consists of two days of high dose chemo therapy --then hang on and wait for the side-effects. It was every bit as rough as promised. After over two weeks with all her blood counts still at zero and her not eating things were getting critical.

    With the help of God & Christ , the many many prayers offered by friends she began a slow road back.
    She has slowly been on the mend. It is frustrating because its not a quicker process. Her weight had plummeted to 110lbs.----In the last month I noticed she was beginning to sound and act like herself around the house. She gained back 8.5 lbs.

    Yesterday we had her monthly meeting with the doctor---he seemed unusually happy. He handed me her latest blood-count numbers and disease progression numbers.
    He then told us she is now officially in remission---As you might expect we were thrilled so I thought I'd share our good news with all of you.

    Thank-You for all of your prayers and well wishes---I understand we will forever have to worry about this but if you knew how far Monica has come since we almost lost her in early 2008 you'd understand how wonderful this is.
    Again---many thanks for all your prayers---and please continue to remember her -----God & Christ has blessed us and you will be blessed too if you trust in God.

    Regards, Ron Eberhart LM/047


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  • New Member Introduction -- Phil Carroll - LM #336, Sat, Oct 17 2009, 13:56:31 PDT (97-120-109-250.ptld.qwest.net/97.120.109.250)
    Ladies and Gents,

    While we were away celebrating at our incredible Reunion in Phoenix, the mail continued to come in to the Membership mailbox....

    Please join me in a slightly belated welcome to new member John Cain. John served as a K-9 handler at Nha Trang, Phan Rang and Hon Tre Island in 1967-70. He currently lives in Pennsylvania, and learned of the VSPA by finding our fantastic website.

    Welcome Home!

    Phil


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