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RE: Ralph Jerry Greer
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posted by rsquires49@yahoo.com
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i served with ralph greer can't tell u much about him except i was and am glad to call him friend most of the 18 months during that tour my mind has blocked out
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RE: Ralph Jerry Greer
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posted by rsquires49@yahoo.com
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served with ralph he taught me to drive a two&half ton truck got me assigned to the mess hall as the ration driver. hell of a great guy he is missed by this old vet.
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RE: Memorial Day
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posted by rsquires49@yahoo.com
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hueys have the same effect on me i hear one and its like being back in nam
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RE: Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by charles
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any one remember ssg reese shop office inspector. Last i heard was in al
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RE: Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by charles
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ANY BODY NO WHAT HAPPEN TO GARY ABBOTT, THE SUPPLY GUY.
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RE: Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by charles
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ANY BODY NO WHAT HAPPEN TO GARY ABBOTT, THE SUPPLY GUY.
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RE: Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by charles
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I think you might have hit the nail on the head.
my e mail is charles.garvin@yahoo.com look on facebook could not find you.
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RE: Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by Richard Bodo (Butch)
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Hear I am still kickin' in Ohio.I remember going on R&R to Hawaii with you and I think we got drunk in a morter trench one night and stole a sheet cake from the mess hall.The only other buddy I have located is Kenny Carter. We are both on facebook.
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RE: Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by sp5 charles garvin
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WORKED IN SHOP OFFICE 67 - 68 SUPPLY FOR SHOP REPAIR
CHARLES GARVIN
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RE: Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by sp5 charles garvin
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WORKED IN SHOP OFFICE 67 - 68 SUPPLY FOR SHOP REPAIR
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RE: Help for a vet trying to get service connected
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posted by Anthony McDowell
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I was station in Lai Khe during tet 68 and later tranfer to Di-an
Hq @ company A I work in the track section the last hooch close to the main gate, I spentd 18 mos at Di-an all total I spented 32 mos
in nam (dinky dow)I was with Charlie company 701st maint Bn ( ROCKET
CITY) Hey welcome home. If you need help with your PTSD notify me
asap!I might be able to help. (No Sow G.I.)
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RE: Pictures and info
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posted by randy kaelin
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What platoon were you in. I was in EMP. If I remember our hooch was 1st one next to roadway from mailroom. Been reviewing 701 site tonight. Somewhere I had some photos of HQ&A area. I was there Sept66-67
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RE: Memorial Day
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posted by denny w.
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We hope that erveryone has a great Memorial Day and a safe one. We will never forget those who have served before us, with us , and the ones after us. Bless you all and those who are serving our great country now. Hope to see you in Dearborn.. Denny W.
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Memorial Day
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posted by Ken
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There are a couple of sounds that grab my attention and have a really somber effect on me -- a chopper flying by and "Taps". Here's one of the verses of Taps:
Day is done, gone the sun,
From the lake, from the hills, from the sky.
All is well, safely rest, God is nigh.
Take care, everybody.
Ken
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memorial weekend
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posted by dan
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lets take a moment to remember all of our brothers and sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice......--dan--
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RE: Site usage
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posted by Duane Knepp
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Commo Check!! Commo Check!! I read you "Lima Charlie" Willy! Checking in with the website as instructed! How many are planning, or thinking about, going to this year's reunion? The only people registered so far are Jack Durham, Dennis Paugels, and Dennis Washburn. I assume Willy and John Grimes will be there. Have you heard of any others?
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RE: Site usage
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posted by Willy
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See you in Dearborn???
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RE: Pictures and info
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posted by Willy
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Bob if possible make a cd of pics and bring them to reunion.. I really don't want to have you only photo's in my possion. I would never forgive myself if something would happen to your only copys.
Willy
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RE: Pictures and info
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posted by Bob Montano
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I have photos of DiAn, during the period of November 1966 to November 1967.
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RE: Site usage
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posted by dackerley@midwest-connections.com
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dave,
you are absolutey correct about not visiting the web site enough and i am one of the worst about doing so.... just wanted to say hello to everyone out thier and tell willy he does a great job keeping the web site going.....dan 69-70.......
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RE: Site usage
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posted by Willy Rabe
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Dave you are absolutly right about there being a lot of 701 guys that actually come and visit site, but don't leave any messages ect.
The guys that do probably get to the point that they quit leaving messages,because nobody seems to care or write back . I have the site on search engines, but you have to remember too, that to really get on more search engines, cost money. This site is mainly maintained by selling the hats, and shirts, but if nobody buys them then the money comes from a private indivual (who asks to remain anomous!) That source is limited though, and from time to time the site has receive help from some of the other members. I personally don't want donations, but it would be nice if we could sell some hats or shirts!!!! Would like to make up some tee shirts with some logo, name, and maybe some photo's of equipment we repaired! The shirts we have now are of a golf style pullover with 701 crest. I don't have to many of them left. Could use some suggestions on ways to generate money ,but prefer not by asking for donations. I started this site as a act of love and that's exactly what it is.
Thank You All for supporting th site.
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RE: Ralph Jerry Greer
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posted by Willy Rabe
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I recently was in contact with someone that had photos and was a friend of Ralph Greers. This may have been you, if not then if someone has info about Greer please contact Dee in message above^^^^
Willy Rabe
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Site usage
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posted by Dave "Oggie" Ogborn
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It's a darn shame there isn't more interest or people that know of this website. I just can't belive that someone in our outfit, and is aware of this website wouldn't post at least a hello.
Is there any possible way we can make this site more aware?known to people ? Post the links on search engine sites, etc.?? I know nothing of how to do this, but it would be great if someone could.
Dave "Oggie" Ogborn
Muskegon, MI
LaiKhe,VN 1-1969/1-1970
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Ralph Jerry Greer
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posted by Dee
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I am trying to locate anyone who served and knew Ralph J Greer who was KIA in Viet Nam July 5, 1969.
Only you guys can imagine how important this is to me.
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RE: Help for a vet trying to get service connected
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posted by Bob Montano
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I was there at DiAn, HQ & A Company 1st Inf Div, during this period. I have some photo plus a DVD of the base and my friends during the time in question. If I can be of some help, please contact me.
Bob
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Pictures and info
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posted by CPT Brians
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Gentlemen, First of all from a current Soldier to the ones that went before, Thanks. My Father SGT James "Frank" Brians was with the 701st for 15 months in country. He was the Battalion Commander's driver stationed at Dion around the time of TET. I'm trying to round up any photos of the area, or by off chance him, for a scrapbook of his service. Any information (ie the BC's name) or pics would be greatly appreciated.
Obadiah
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RE: lost e-mail
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posted by chuck
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Hi Dan, let me know if you receive this and if you got my e-mail from work
chuck
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RE: lost e-mail
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posted by alleger@juno.com
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Hi Dan, How have you been hope all is well let me know
chuck
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RE: My trip this year
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posted by jack durham
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Hey Johnny,
Sounds like a great time. If you get close to San Atonio give us a call. I'd like to see you. (210)680-1182
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My trip this year
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posted by Johnny Grimes
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Hi guys I am leaving on my trip across country May 14th with Run for The Wall and after the run I will be riding my bike around the country. Last reunion I talked to several of you about it . I would like to visit with everybody I can I will be oin the road until the reunion in aug. If any one would like to contact me about me visiting feel free to contact me at 714 307 0028. I will be turning my computer off May12th because I will be riding. I would like to see everyone and I can go any where I have no timetable except Aug 20th to Aug24th.. Hope to hear from everybody. Your BRO brother johnny{dirt} Grimes
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lost e-mail
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posted by dan
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chuck alleger,
comp. crash,
lost all e-mail addresses, get yours back to me please---thnx--dan--
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new board
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posted by dan
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nice job willy,
i have not benn on the site for awhile hello all.....
--dan--
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RE: MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
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posted by Jack
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We are wishing everyone the Happiest Holidays ever.
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MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!
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posted by WILLY RABE
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JUST WANT TO WISH YOU ALL A GREAT HOLIDAY SEASON. I AM STILL REPARING SOME OF THE PAGE I LOST,IT IS TAKING ME SOME TIME BECAUSE I REALLY GOT BURNED OUT FROM COMP AND AM TRYING TO GET HOUSE IN ORDER. WILL TRY TO GET SITE BACK TO NORMAL AS SOON AS I CAN... LOVE YOU ALL THANK YOU FOR AL THE SUPPORT(LOL) YOU HAVE GIVEN IN THE 9 YRS THIS SITE HAS BEEN UP. WOW DOES'NT SEEM THAT LONG!!! HOPE TO SEE THE BEST TURNOUT FOR REUNION THIS NEXT YR. IN COLORADO SPRINGS!!!!!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS ALL!
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RE: Christmas
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posted by Dennis
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Sal and I want to wish each and everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year. I have decided to retire the end of this year and we are hoping to do some traveling.
Hope to see everybody in Colorado in 2008.
GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS
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RE: Holidays
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posted by John Keegan
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I to wish to tell you all Happy Holidays and God Bless, from the old supply sgt. We all have a lot to be thankful for, and a prayer for those that did not make it,also for the boys that are fighting now " God Bless Them One and All."
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RE: Holidays
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posted by Neal
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I too, want to wish all that served and spent time in the service a safe and happy holidays. To the brother's of the 701st in which I served in 1968 Live, Long and Well and God Bless us All!!! P.S. Always Remember those who Gave All..............Neal
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Holidays
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posted by Johnny Grimes
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I want to wish Everbody who served in the Armed services Merry Christmas and a happy New Year. Remenber Some gave all and all gave some. Johnny Grimes
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Thanksgiving
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posted by Ken
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Happy Thanksgiving, everybody.
Ken
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Veteran's Day
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posted by Ken Coffey
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I thank all of you for your service and sacrifice - you have my undying respect.
Ken
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Help for a vet trying to get service connected
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posted by Ken Morris, SFC, USA, Retired
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Hi, I am Ken Morris, US Army retired working as a Veterans Service Officer in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. One of your own is trying to get service connected for PTSD and needs your HELP! He is a homeless vet and was stationed with HQ & A Co, 701st Maint Bn from July 1967 to July 1968. He knows he was stationed in a place call Dian (with the D sounding like a Z) between Bin Hoa and Lai Khe. He was a wheel and track mechanic and often volunteered to go on patrols about every 30 days. His name is PFC John G. Holdren. He was from Roanoke, VA (he was/and still is an ole Country Boy!). He needs help remembering events, dates, places and names of some of the folks he was with. He is a recovering alcoholic and has lost a lot of long term memories. Can you please help this vet?
Thanks, Ken Morris (Retired but still serving!)
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RE: A Long Time Ago
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posted by Joel Heiser
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Well said Ken. The liberal media just love to denigrate our valorous determination in Vietnam. The year there was one of the most satisfying of my life, serving with so many good soldiers. Charlie Company, 1966-67.
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A Long Time Ago
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posted by Ken Coffey
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40 years ago I was driving in convoys up and down Highway 13. It's amazing how at times it seems like last week, and at other times it's like an eternity. A few days ago I heard a news commentator refer to our VietNam effort as synonomous with failure, and that's bugged me ever since. I don't think we failed, and I'm grateful to be a member of the Big Red One family. After all this time, it looks like we still have to fight for respect. Thanks for your sacrifice BRO's.
Ken
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RE: Reunion
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posted by Dennis
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Ken, you missed a great reunion. The 701st had 17 members attending. A married couple from Germany were with C and D companies and cased the colors when they were returned to Ft. Riley. The 701st is now deactivated and they are in the 1st Sustainment Brigade. The active duty soldiers that visited our CP were outstanding. I believe a great time was had by all who were in the Support Units CP.
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Reunion
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posted by Ken Coffey
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How was the reunion this year? I was hoping to get to go, but I had too many schedule conflicts.
Ken
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the blues
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posted by howard
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willy there is a place called bb jazz blues & soup located near hotel maybe you can check it out. howard
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RE: NEW MESSAGE BOARD
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posted by Keegan
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Willy your message board is really great thank you for taking great care of it for the rest of us. God Bless and keep going. old supply SGT"C" Company
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Willy-reunion
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posted by Mike Jones
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Talked with Ed Olengensi other night, said he couldn't make it to reunion, looking after his mom. Promised I would take pics for him. Brand new to computer world. Even talked him into getting DVD player. Have video camera will travel. Cheers
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Where's the B Company Guys????/
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posted by Steve Larkin
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Looking for 68-69 Pat Carbone, Johnny Parsons, Pete Fibulian(?), Dave Styles; are you all as computer illiterate as I am??? Check Photos for your names Photos site.
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"C" Co. Guys
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posted by Dave "Oggie" Ogborn
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Looking for Buds from "C" Co. that may have served with me during 1969. I was in Tech Supply. Drop me a line, or post here.
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