- VA Claim -- Gary Jones, LM-363, Thu, Jul 13 2017, 13:49:22 PDT (cpe-172-75-49-67.carolina.res.rr.com/172.75.49.67)
I just received approval of my latest VA Claim (Gleason 7 Prostate Cancer, requiring a Radical Prostatectomy) today. They gave me another 100% rating. Of course, there is no increase in compensation, even though my cumulative rating is 270% (I think that means I passed away, some time ago).
What is important is the speed, with which a claim can be processed, if done on-line, as a fully developed claim.
I did the Claim in late March, as a "Fully Developed Claim." My C&P Exam consisted of a phone call from a VA contracted Urologist (while I was driving to DC). She asked several questions and said she didn't even think she would have to do an in-person exam.
From my submission to VA approval, was less than 90 days. If you have your ducks in formation and can use the "Fully Developed Claim" process, go this route. It will speed up adjudication considerably.
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- Rocket attach july 15 1967 -- Ferd Mueller, Sat, Jul 15 2017, 5:44:04 PDT (108-231-70-136.lightspeed.stlsmo.sbcglobal.net/108.231.70.136)
50 years ago today July 15 1967 at app 1230 am Danang AB was hit with one of the worst Rocket attack during the Vietnam War. We were hit with Russian made 122mm and 140mm
rockets. app 83/84 rounds.
15 airmen KIA
175 Wounded
Marines KIA ?
35 Marines Wounded
Civilian casualties high. 11 planes totally destroyed 40 planes damaged. Let us not forget these brave Airmen and Marines!!! Take time and reflect!!
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- Security Forces Training -- Steven Hall (Hall), Sat, Jul 22 2017, 13:39:50 PDT (76-234-224-141.lightspeed.irvnca.sbcglobal.net/76.234.224.141)
I believe a training manual should be written to set up a base level program for Senior Airmen to use to mentor the new arrivals and new troops. This kind of program would create more unit cohesion and give both the trainer and "trainee" a sense of belonging to a team they can trust. The program could include a checklist to accomplish and a guide so that T/Sgts & S/Sgts could check the effectiveness of the Senior Airman's training and the progress of new troops by interviewing them. As an example, the training books the BSA uses to promote younger scouts through their ranks could be a model of sorts. Their system involves active participation of all ranks. The original BSA training handbook was written by Lord Baden-Powell, a British Army officer. It was adapted and revised by an American, Ernest Thompson Seton. The SF program could be broad in some respects to the Air Force mission and specific in respect to the mission of the base a SF troop is assigned.
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Post Check -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Thu, Jul 20 2017, 21:59:12 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
It's 1am on the East Coast and all is well.
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- The Day the poetry stopped! -- Jackie R. Kays, Wed, Jun 28 2017, 19:25:45 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
The Day the poetry stopped.
Where did all the VSPA poets go?
There used to be some outstanding poets in the VSPA.
Howard, Jack the Cowboy, Don, Terry, Ramps and numerous others.
Did someone outlaw poetry on the B.B.?
Poetry is the “Eye to the soul.”
The day the poetry stopped was a sad one for me, how about you?
Jackie
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- Re: The Day the poetry stopped! -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Thu, Jun 29 2017, 5:34:38 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: The Day the poetry stopped! -- Gary Walters, Thu, Jun 29 2017, 9:30:44 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Re: The Day the poetry stopped! -- Bruce Ross, Sat, Jul 01 2017, 14:43:03 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: The Day the poetry stopped! -- Jack Smith, Fri, Jul 21 2017, 4:00:51 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
- FINAL GUARDMONT; ED CONCEPCION, DEVIL FLIGHT -- Lew Goldberg, Mon, Jul 10 2017, 17:17:58 PDT (173-20-167-185.client.mchsi.com/173.20.167.185)
Edwardo Concepcion was my hooch brother and Flight Commander for Devil Flight from Oct 68 to Oct 69. When we started at Binh Thuy Ed was a SSgt and Flight Chief for 130 men. He was a real old timer and just a great NCO. Ed was born in Guam and there is his final resting place. We attended AZR together and after Nam we went to Germany together. Rest in Peace my Brother.
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- Re: FINAL GUARDMONT; ED CONCEPCION, DEVIL FLIGHT -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Tue, Jul 11 2017, 14:53:08 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
Re: FINAL GUARDMONT; ED CONCEPCION, DEVIL FLIGHT -- Steve Gattis, Thu, Jul 13 2017, 9:34:19 PDT (h199.34.20.98.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/98.20.34.199)
- Re: FINAL GUARDMONT; ED CONCEPCION, DEVIL FLIGHT -- William (Pete) Piazza, LM #141, Wed, Jul 19 2017, 10:47:11 PDT (ip68-12-197-81.ok.ok.cox.net/68.12.197.81)
- Newest Member/Life Member Sim Artice -- Paul Shave (thumbs up), Sat, Jul 15 2017, 15:45:52 PDT (75-173-7-226.albq.qwest.net/75.173.7.226)
Gentelmen, Please welcome our Newest Member and Life Member Sim Artice, He was a graduate of Korat 72-73 and now lives in East Bend NC.
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- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Sim Artice -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Sat, Jul 15 2017, 22:23:23 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Sim Artice -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Sun, Jul 16 2017, 5:59:57 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Sim Artice -- Howard Yates, Sun, Jul 16 2017, 14:15:39 PDT (67-8-130-113.res.bhn.net/67.8.130.113)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Sim Artice -- Gary Walters, Mon, Jul 17 2017, 9:40:37 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Broken Heart -- John Jackson NKP 69/70 LM 149, Thu, May 04 2017, 16:33:39 PDT (c-66-235-45-169.npv.wa.customer.broadstripe.net/66.235.45.169)
Nugent is going to have 2 stints put in tomorrow. He will have AAA sometime later. I will post his recovery when I know. Thanks
J. Jackson/56th SPS
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- Poem -- Jackie R. Kays, Sat, Jul 08 2017, 5:02:28 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
A Warrior's Soul
So softly as they play, heavenly harps so far away.
Gossamer wing angels, singing quietly by the staircase to heaven.
Jungle warriors on their God given journey into eternity.
No wrongs, no rights, just battlefield casualties on a heavenly flight.
Their fight is over, glory be, for their body is
gone, but their soul, like an eagle, soars on,
and forever remembered on that black, granite wall.
Heroes, one and all!
Jackie R. Kays
© 2017
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- Re: Poem -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Sat, Jul 08 2017, 5:23:42 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Poem -- Jack Smith, Sat, Jul 08 2017, 11:45:52 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
- Re: Poem -- Gary Walters, Mon, Jul 10 2017, 14:17:42 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Re: Poem -- bruce Ross, Mon, Jul 10 2017, 14:20:05 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: Poem -- Howard Yates, Mon, Jul 10 2017, 16:57:49 PDT (67-8-130-113.res.bhn.net/67.8.130.113)
- VSPA Reunion -- Jim (Buddha) Lebowitz, Sun, May 21 2017, 9:17:16 PDT (ppp-88.237.lw.fea.net/216.115.237.88)
If you were at Bien Hoa and are planning to attend the reunion in October, please provide me with your and your guests names. I will reserve table(s) for us at the banquet.
Please let me have this info by Aug 15.
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- 2017 REUNION REGISTRATION FORMS and FLYER -- STEVE GATTIS, Sat, Jun 03 2017, 9:27:27 PDT (h148.131.185.173.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/173.185.131.148)
Hello to all.
The REGISTRATION FORMS and the final REUNION FLYER for our reunion in October have been posted on the VSPA Web Site Home Page directly under the artwork for the attack on Bien Hoa. Please go to our web site at VSPA.com to download the forms and the flyer. All links to the forms and flyer have been repaired by our Web Master and Communications Director, Don Poss.
The REGISTRATION FORMS and the final REUNION FLYER have also been posted again in the VSPA Group on Facebook.
I hope to see you in San Antonio.
Steve Gattis
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- For Independence Day. -- Howard Yates, Wed, Jul 05 2017, 21:11:01 PDT (67-8-131-255.res.bhn.net/67.8.131.255)
The Patriot
The fear of battle churns inside
As now I gaze upon the tide
Of red with shouldered muskets gleaming,
From the distant hills they’re streaming.
Line by line they march unscathed
For neither side has loosed their fray
And all the while generals muse
O’er each the other’s gallant moves.
Now standing firm to hold this ground,
While cannon shots burst all around,
I wait amid this sea of blue,
And pray my aim is sure and true.
With sons and neighbors side by side
We mean to turn this crimson tide
And send our message loud and clear
To George, that all his house may hear.
The throne of Britain may be yours
From English cliffs to Scottish moors
And you may o’er the empire reign
But our resolve shall never wane.
We’ll stand upon this sovereign ground
In one accord against the crown
And we shall from this moment be
A nation born, forever free.
Howard Garrison Yates
©July 03, 2000
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- Re: For Independence Day. -- Jackie R. Kays, Thu, Jul 06 2017, 6:03:06 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: For Independence Day. -- Bruce Ross, Thu, Jul 06 2017, 16:00:57 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: For Independence Day. -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Thu, Jul 06 2017, 21:42:47 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: For Independence Day. -- Jack Smith, Sat, Jul 08 2017, 11:47:28 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
- Poem - ILUSIVE Intrusive -- Don Poss, Fri, Jul 07 2017, 16:42:28 PDT (mobile-166-170-015-093.mycingular.net/166.170.15.93)
A poem for Jackie.
ILUSIVE INTRUSIVE, Toying With My Mind
(PTSD Poem)
(c) 2017, Don Poss
I saw him die.
Watched his Spirit fly.
By dawn, his spirit wanders intrusively at will, and within.
By dusk, I try to sleep;
Eyes squeezd tight but wide awake
As dream plays out upon backside
of clinched eyelids--a game of chase.
I watched him shadow-away......
Prayers...not enough to sleep.
Helpless to rearrange the night of
wavering shadows...
Is that really what I saw?
Would they think me dingy dau if l
asked if they saw it to?
Best forgotten; left unsaid.
I don't want to remember what it seemed to be;
It's mostly all for naught and I pretend a pause...
waiting for the trip-wire...licking a midnight wound...
and with a leap
tag the unfocused-fool toying with my mind--
You're it!
and ran saucer-eyed into the dark.
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- Flag Educate for Military Funerals -- Van Digby, Thu, Jul 06 2017, 6:30:19 PDT (66-227-194-140.dhcp.bycy.mi.charter.com/66.227.194.140)
Yesterday, the Air Force came from WPAFB, for a military funeral, the two airman and 2Lt were in just dress blues, not the color guard uniform, and no white gloves for handling and folding the flag, color guard uniform would look much sharper.
How come the gloves were not used, was it because they were not in the correct uniform?
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- Jack Roberts update -- Jack Smith, Fri, May 19 2017, 7:23:31 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
I have a update on our Troop Jack Roberts. I just talked to him on the phone. He is doing better and has feeling back in his legs. He has improved some much, they are moving him to a Nursing Home in Monroe Al. He still has to deal with 2 broken legs but jack is a tough 377th SPS strong troop. Keep him in your prayers. Jack Smith
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- MORNING'S FIRST LIGHT -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687 (POEM), Tue, Jul 04 2017, 21:36:23 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
Many a night I sit in reflective solitude
Not wanting to wake my wife from her sleep
Yet not wanting to go venture there myself
There are far too many battles still fought
For in this twilight zone those demons live
Who yearn to finally claim another victim
They wait in ambush to strike a fatal blow
If I'd only fall into that very deep sleep
Where the door to that twilght zone opens
Then and only then do I return to that war
To those battles so long ago fought in youth
They want to lay claim to this tired warrior
But I have learned how I can avoid them all
For their door to open I must sleep deeply
Entering into that twilight zone of the past
Where conscience and sub conscience meet
Where everything comes rushing back to me
Where those battles replay in slow motion
This zone is one to be avoided at all cost
Lack of a deep sleep is a small price to pay
For my peace before morning's first light
So I have learned to sleep so very lightly
For I hold the key that keeps them locked up
Those demons that seek out this old warrior
© Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687 - all rights reserved.
The Fourth of July makes this effort very hard indeed!
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- Re: MORNING'S FIRST LIGHT -- Jackie R. Kays, Wed, Jul 05 2017, 3:39:52 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: MORNING'S FIRST LIGHT -- Larry Gramps, Wed, Jul 05 2017, 5:40:19 PDT (dpc6744240040.direcpc.com/67.44.240.40)
- Re: MORNING'S FIRST LIGHT -- Bruce Ross, Wed, Jul 05 2017, 11:26:00 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: MORNING'S FIRST LIGHT -- Howard Yates, Wed, Jul 05 2017, 12:53:37 PDT (67-8-131-255.res.bhn.net/67.8.131.255)
- Re: MORNING'S FIRST LIGHT -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Wed, Jul 05 2017, 17:54:51 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- LM-943 Keevin Mitchell -- Paul Shave (happy), Sun, Jul 02 2017, 13:32:29 PDT (75-173-18-70.albq.qwest.net/75.173.18.70)
Gentlemen, there is another new Life Member, Keevin Mitchell LM-943. He is a graduate of DN 1973. He is now living in Utah. Welcome Home Keevin
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- Re: LM-943 Keevin Mitchell -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Sun, Jul 02 2017, 18:38:55 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: LM-943 Keevin Mitchell -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Sun, Jul 02 2017, 19:05:17 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: LM-943 Keevin Mitchell -- Jackie R. Kays, Mon, Jul 03 2017, 7:25:51 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: LM-943 Keevin Mitchell -- Steve Gattis, Mon, Jul 03 2017, 9:11:52 PDT (h172.41.20.98.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/98.20.41.172)
- Re: LM-943 Keevin Mitchell -- Bruce Ross, Tue, Jul 04 2017, 7:28:09 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: LM-943 Keevin Mitchell -- Howard Yates, Wed, Jul 05 2017, 12:58:45 PDT (67-8-131-255.res.bhn.net/67.8.131.255)
- 4th of July -- Vickie Sigler, Tue, Jul 04 2017, 8:19:35 PDT (162-207-73-230.lightspeed.tulsok.sbcglobal.net/162.207.73.230)
Paul wishes everyone a happy 4th of July. Thanks to all that allowed our religious freedom to continue.
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- Roommate -- Junious B. Owens, Tue, Jul 04 2017, 5:16:28 PDT (c-75-67-107-229.hsd1.nh.comcast.net/75.67.107.229)
Looking for a compatabile roommate to share hotel at the Reunion. I am early to bed and an early riser. If you are interested please contact me. Bud Owens, Binh-Thuy, 66/67.
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Guardmount - Looking for Stories -- Mike Kennedy, 3rd SPS Bien Hoa 69-70, LM #35, Sat, Jul 01 2017, 12:27:10 PDT (NoHost/47.152.48.17)
I am working on a final draft of a new issue of Guardmount. I am extending an invitation to all members of VSPA and the Sisterhood to submit an article or story. You can email articles, stories, memories, photos, poems, etc., to me at mike3sps@verizon.net.
Thanks
Mike Kennedy
Guardmount Editor
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- VSPA Scholarship -- Jim (Buddha) Lebowitz, Wed, Jun 28 2017, 11:45:59 PDT (ppp-88.237.lw.fea.net/216.115.237.88)
Every year the VSPA awards a $1,000.00 scholarship. If you, your spouse, children or grandchildren are interested please send me an e-mail to me at jlz9107@earthlink.net and I will send you the information and application. I need all applications returned to me no later then 1 Oct 17.
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- Are you Counted????????? -- Kenneth Neal, Wed, May 31 2017, 17:04:08 PDT (70-239-179-108.lightspeed.snantx.sbcglobal.net/70.239.179.108)
I have spent a great deal of time recently researching the Bronze Star w/V and Airman's Medals list within the hall of Honor in our Air Force Security Forces Museum. I have located a number of folks who were not on the rolls of those two medals. My request to you my brothers is rather simple. Send me a copy of your General order, black out your service number and SSAN, so I may continue my research before the reunion and hopefully add your name in it's rightful place of honor. My direct address is on the members profile or you can use PO Box 276653 San Antonio Tx. 78228. I will place each order in your individual history file if we have one or make one for you if you do not. In most cases other cops were also awarded decorations along with you who may not yet be identified. It is important to black out your SSAN and Service Number and those of others on the orders. Also let me know what base and squadron you were assigned too this applies to Augmentors as well. Thanks for your help. Ken Neal, Docent USAF Security Forces Museum, Member of the Museum Board, LM 80
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- Birthday. -- John (Jackson NKP 69/70), Sun, Jun 25 2017, 17:48:25 PDT (c-66-235-45-169.npv.wa.customer.broadstripe.net/66.235.45.169)
Happy Birthday Bill Cummings, my brother from a different mother. Get better soon.
J. Jackson
NKP 69/70
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- password -- Gary Walters, Fri, Jun 23 2017, 8:11:13 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
I couldn't get e-mail to go through to get my password for private BB please someone tell me how to contact someone to receive this
Thanks
Gary
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- Surgery -- John (Jackson NKP), Sun, Jun 18 2017, 21:15:09 PDT (c-66-235-45-169.npv.wa.customer.broadstripe.net/66.235.45.169)
My Brother/Nugent Jackson/377th is having surgery tomorrow for AAA. Keep the faith...
John Jackson
56th SPS
NKP 69/70
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- ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANEURYSM AAA Surgery -- Steve Gattis, Mon, Jun 19 2017, 9:49:16 PDT (h133.128.185.173.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/173.185.128.133)
- Re: Surgery -- Lew Goldberg, Mon, Jun 19 2017, 17:10:57 PDT (173-20-167-185.client.mchsi.com/173.20.167.185)
- Re: Surgery -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Mon, Jun 19 2017, 17:51:06 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Surgery -- Gary Walters, Fri, Jun 23 2017, 8:13:14 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- BILL CUMMINGS IS IN THE HOSPITAL -- Steve Gattis, Tue, Jun 20 2017, 18:46:28 PDT (h57.153.91.75.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/75.91.153.57)
Hello to all.
Bill Cummings, our former VSPA Kennel Master, has had a very mild stroke. As near as the doctors can tell, the problem started around June 8. I just talked to him. He is doing well with no issues regarding his motor movements. The stroke affected the vision in his left eye. He should recover with three or four months of vision therapy. The prognosis is very good. He is going to be moved to a rehab facility. He is in good spirits. The active duty young pups who are part of the Old Dawgs & Pups Program know him very well and have been very supportive. He sends his best to all of you. Cards and phone calls are fine. He will answer his cell phone and take calls unless he has a headache or is fatigued from therapy.
Steve
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- Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Steven Hall (Hall), Thu, Jun 08 2017, 12:50:37 PDT (76-234-224-141.lightspeed.irvnca.sbcglobal.net/76.234.224.141)
Has anyone else heard this? Is it valid? I received this info from a Vet friend...
"Two days ago, I was informed that the Trump Administration's 2018 budget will cut all VA IU payments on the belief that those now eligible for Social Security can live on those funds and no longer deserve VA assistance. This impacts over 225,000 veterans, most Vietnam-era men and women, most of which will now be plunged from living in a low income bracket into poverty. I will not be a victim and have vowed to fight this with every fiber of my being. The first step is a call for those of you who believe that this cut is unfair to those who served this country so well, so long ago...to now contact your representatives in the Congress and Senate and ask them NOT to support the IU cut in the VA called for in the 2018 budget. So far, we are receiving support from the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Vietnam Veterans of America. I've never done well at arguing politics - but this is personal for me and a quarter of a million others who have served this country when called upon to do so. Thank you." Anyone have any knowledge of this?
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- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Curtis D Hammond (This is insane), Thu, Jun 08 2017, 17:09:09 PDT (cpe-98-156-109-99.kc.res.rr.com/98.156.109.99)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Jackie R. Kays, Thu, Jun 08 2017, 20:51:10 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- THE BUDGET HAS NOT BEEN PASSED -- Steve Gattis, Thu, Jun 08 2017, 21:50:04 PDT (h71.99.17.98.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/98.17.99.71)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Gary Walters, Fri, Jun 09 2017, 7:54:27 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Jim (Gish), Fri, Jun 09 2017, 17:31:32 PDT (cpe-74-131-218-232.kya.res.rr.com/74.131.218.232)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- ferd Mueller, Fri, Jun 09 2017, 21:03:19 PDT (108-231-70-136.lightspeed.stlsmo.sbcglobal.net/108.231.70.136)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Jackie R. Kays, Sat, Jun 10 2017, 0:44:18 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Trent Nentrup (Trent Nentrup), Thu, Jun 15 2017, 3:20:45 PDT (host9773006380.direcway.com/97.73.80.63)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Ferd mueller, Thu, Jun 15 2017, 10:28:11 PDT (c-73-78-70-108.hsd1.co.comcast.net/73.78.70.108)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Gary Walters, Mon, Jun 19 2017, 7:37:12 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Re: Trump Budget cuts for Vets? -- Ferd Mueller, Mon, Jun 19 2017, 23:28:50 PDT (108-231-70-136.lightspeed.stlsmo.sbcglobal.net/108.231.70.136)
- Parkinson -- Chaplain Steve, Thu, Jun 15 2017, 8:00:27 PDT (pool-173-54-172-121.nwrknj.fios.verizon.net/173.54.172.121)
I have recently been diagnosed with PD. The first question the neurologist asked was I exposed to AO? If any of you have PD I'd like to connect with you. I was at CRB in 70-71. If any of you have a tremble in one of your hands go check it out because it's important to exercise in the early stages. I'm learning it could help down the road. God Bless.
Chaplain Steve
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- Our BX Store -- Brian Weber LM 638, Wed, Jun 14 2017, 13:54:44 PDT (63-224-201-134.eugn.qwest.net/63.224.201.134)
I don't read a lot about our BX Store here but I just wanted to say it's a gem. I just rec'd my Air Force Security Police Ball Caps w/Badge. They are Great Quality at a Great Price. And Van does a Fantastic Job getting them to you. So if you're looking for something Security Police related , check out our BX Store first.
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- Newest Member/Life Member Col.(ret)John Probst LM-941 -- Paul Shave (thumbs up), Wed, Jun 07 2017, 20:23:18 PDT (97-123-86-148.albq.qwest.net/97.123.86.148)
Gentelmen !! Our newest member/life Member is Col.(ret.) John Probst. He was a graduate of RTAFB Don Muang in 1975. he was a K-9 handler at that time over there. So WELCOME HOME Col Probst !!
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- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Col.(ret)John Probst LM-941 -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Thu, Jun 08 2017, 4:03:59 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Col.(ret)John Probst LM-941 -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Thu, Jun 08 2017, 7:09:32 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Col.(ret)John Probst LM-941 -- Bill Cummings (Bill Cummings), Thu, Jun 08 2017, 11:02:19 PDT (56.sub-174-238-15.myvzw.com/174.238.15.56)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Col.(ret)John Probst LM-941 -- Ken Neal, Sun, Jun 11 2017, 15:53:47 PDT (70-239-179-108.lightspeed.snantx.sbcglobal.net/70.239.179.108)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member Col.(ret)John Probst LM-941 -- Steve Gattis, Sun, Jun 11 2017, 16:19:52 PDT (h71.99.17.98.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/98.17.99.71)
- Bien Hoa KIA not on Viet Nam wall -- Richard Sholl, Fri, Jun 09 2017, 9:44:56 PDT (cpe-66-68-152-56.austin.res.rr.com/66.68.152.56)
I was at Bien Hoa AB Jun 1967 to Jun 1968. My replacement SSgt Will Hayes arrived the middle of May 1968. "Will" may not be complete name but what I knew him as. On May 29th Bien Hoa was attacked at 2212 hours per 3rd SPS records by 15 rockets. The next morning Sgt Major Kelly and I identifies SSgt Hayes. His and 2 other body bags were next to the dispensey. Also TSgt Julio C. Rivera was wounded. The Viet Nam wall records say there were no KIAs in May 1968.
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- cut in IU -- ferd Mueller, Sat, Jun 03 2017, 6:48:27 PDT (108-231-70-136.lightspeed.stlsmo.sbcglobal.net/108.231.70.136)
Please contact your Senators and Congressmen about the IU Va
benefits Cuts, if passed many Veterans will lose these benefits and their spouses will lose their health insurance and pharmacy cards. Please take time to read the bill. Please help all Veterans keep their benefits they have earned. Just let them know that is all I`m asking.
Thanks Veterans Advocate VVA chapter 269 and Life Member
367 of this great organization.
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- 377th SPS at VSPA reunion -- Jack Smith, Mon, Jun 05 2017, 14:46:21 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
********** OK Guys I will post this every month till Sept. The cut off date is the end of Aug.************
This is for the 377th SPS troops who are attending the VSPA reunion in Oct. I have a list now that includes us and our wives. 32 total as of today. I know that will increase as we get closer to the reunion. Now I always get the 377th together for a dinner at the VSPA. Here is what I need from all of you. I have found a place that will a big treat for all of us. It is large and has great food. So I can arrange for us to go there ( within Walking distance of our hotel) It would be a lunch buffet. I am working on the price per person and it looks like under $20.00 per person. This would be on Friday our free day. So does a buffet lunch meet everyone's approval??? Please let me know here ,in a email of P Message
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- Recovering at Home -- Gary Jones, LM-363, Tue, May 30 2017, 5:50:40 PDT (cpe-172-75-49-67.carolina.res.rr.com/172.75.49.67)
I am recovering from a radical prostatectomy, performed on Thursday. I have a lot of pain, but I am trying to stay away from the pain medications (Percocet). My wife no longer drives, due to her vision, so it is important that I be able to drive, as soon as possible. Obviously, the Doctors won't approve of me driving, if I am taking Percocet.
I am also having trouble with the catheter. The "Home" bag does OK but the "Leg" bag causes a lot of leakage from the catheter insertion point. Hopefully, I will have the catheter removed in 2 more days. After that, it will be pads or incontinence underwear (aka Depends) for a couple of months.
I know many of you have dealt with Prostate removal and have experienced some of the same things, as I am now experiencing. If you have any suggestions, I would love to have them.
On a funny note, my Surgeon, going through his checklist, told me not to have sex, until after the catheter was removed. Duh!
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- Re: Recovering at Home -- Howard Yates, Tue, May 30 2017, 7:55:16 PDT (67-8-131-255.res.bhn.net/67.8.131.255)
- Re: Recovering at Home -- Steve Gattis, Tue, May 30 2017, 8:20:04 PDT (h123.57.172.72.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/72.172.57.123)
- Re: Recovering at Home -- Bruce Ross, Tue, May 30 2017, 11:30:53 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: Recovering at Home -- Lawrence Davis Phan Rang/Tuy Hoa 66/67, Tue, May 30 2017, 14:20:07 PDT (108-196-16-42.lightspeed.btrgla.sbcglobal.net/108.196.16.42)
- Re: Recovering at Home -- Lew Goldberg, Tue, May 30 2017, 18:01:15 PDT (173-20-167-185.client.mchsi.com/173.20.167.185)
- Re: Recovering at Home -- Jackie R. Kays, Wed, May 31 2017, 9:12:09 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: Recovering at Home -- Chaplain Jim, Mon, Jun 05 2017, 7:26:46 PDT (NoHost/205.222.248.96)
- Newest Member Valdamar Alaniz -- Paul Shave, Thu, Jun 01 2017, 19:56:06 PDT (97-123-86-225.albq.qwest.net/97.123.86.225)
Hey everyone, our newest Life Member just joined!! I have welcomed him but say hi!! He was at Korat as one of the first dog teams and handled Brandy 68-69.
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- Re: Newest Member Valdamar Alaniz -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Fri, Jun 02 2017, 5:04:15 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Newest Member Valdamar Alaniz -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Fri, Jun 02 2017, 7:13:49 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Newest Member Valdamar Alaniz -- Raymond G Esposito, Sat, Jun 03 2017, 9:22:17 PDT (NoHost/47.198.30.36)
- Re: Newest Member Valdamar Alaniz -- Chaplain Jim, Mon, Jun 05 2017, 7:07:23 PDT (NoHost/205.222.248.96)
- RAF Mildenhall C130 theft 1969 -- Paul Shave, Thu, May 25 2017, 19:21:29 PDT (97-123-68-216.albq.qwest.net/97.123.68.216)
this is interesting for anyone stationed at RAF Mildenhall.
In May, 1969 Sgt Paul Meyer, a C-130 maintenance man based at Langley AFB, Virginia with the 316th Tactical Airlift Wing, stole the C-130E to which he was assigned and took off. The airplane crashed in the English Channel
at RAF Mildenhall and took off in it at 0655 hrs
the entire incident report is posted and has lots of SP involvement
it is at http://www.sammcgowan.com/meyers.html
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- VA budget cuts -- JAMES RANDALL (JAMES RANDALL), Wed, May 24 2017, 19:14:38 PDT (67-1-218-20.tcso.qwest.net/67.1.218.20)
Go to this web site and see what is in store for vets who receive disability payments. Once again the promisor in chief has pulled the rug out from under those who chose to believe him.
http://www.military.com/daily-news/2017/05/23/budget-calls-cuts-va-programs-tradeoff-extending-choice.html
Not fake news, posted by the DAV.
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- Re: VA budget cuts -- Bruce Ross, Thu, May 25 2017, 17:09:57 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- VA budget cuts -- JAMES RANDALL (JAMES RANDALL), Thu, May 25 2017, 23:09:31 PDT (67-1-218-20.tcso.qwest.net/67.1.218.20)
- Re: VA budget cuts -- Bruce Ross, Fri, May 26 2017, 10:02:33 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- VA budget cuts -- JAMES RANDALL (JAMES RANDALL), Fri, May 26 2017, 15:44:44 PDT (67-1-218-20.tcso.qwest.net/67.1.218.20)
- Re: VA budget cuts -- Bruce Ross, Fri, May 26 2017, 15:55:46 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: VA budget cuts -- Gary Jones, LM-363, Tue, May 30 2017, 5:39:49 PDT (cpe-172-75-49-67.carolina.res.rr.com/172.75.49.67)
- SF Academy History Project -- William (Pete) Piazza, LM #141, Thu, Jun 01 2017, 18:03:17 PDT (ip68-97-181-229.ok.ok.cox.net/68.97.181.229)
Here is the info they are asking for on this project. Pete
Bottom Line Up Front
We want to hear your stories. How you experienced what we now know as our History. We would like to use your firsthand accounts of being an early Defender and what you experienced, how you dealt with the conditions, and why.
Actions to take
Please provide your story in written/emailed or video recorded formats and sending it to
justin.saunders@q.com
or
MSgt Justin Saunders 343 TRS
Bldg. 10215 1325 Harmon Drive
JBSA-Lackland, TX 78236.
If you are local to the San Antonio Area, I will also be willing to come to you and engage in discuss about your experiences. Additionally, If you have pictures you would like to use for the video please provide them with your response.
I can be reached at either email or mail address above or at
Justin.saunders@us.af.mil (210) 542-8782 or (210) 671-5133
Crafting your Story
1. Think about your purpose for doing this. One approach is to consider if you only have this one chance to leave behind a short message for all Defenders, what would you want it to be? What points would you hit? What do you want to leave them with?
2. Develop an outline based on the topic (see topics list)
Speakers Guide
1. Your story or message should be between 2 to 10 minutes. The goal is for the SF community to be able to use these videos to obtain first person accounts of history, for training, CC calls, etc.
2. The collection of your story initially will be to review and assist preparation for the camera.
3. Use language that is appropriate for all audiences.
4. Do not promote or sell any product or specific methodology that is outside of the career field. (e.g. you can reference that you learned from a speaker about XYZ and how you applied that as it relates to your story but not that everyone should go see a particular speaker or buy their book)
5. Remember that this is about your experience and you are telling it from your perspective and not from someone else’s. If you are going to use someone else’s name specifically in your story, you should mention it to them beforehand so they are not surprised if they run across the video.
Topics List Keywords to tie in to connect with Airmen
Security Forces 1949-1979
Air Force Core Values
Air Police School @ Tyndall AFB, FL
Security Forces Code of Conduct
Attack on Da Dang Air Base (Sergeant Jensen/A1C Handy)
Comprehensive Airman Fitness (CAF)
A holistic approach to fitness that includes the mental, physical, social, and spiritual
Operation Safe Side
Resilience
The ability to Withstand, recover, and grow in the face of stressors and changing demands.
1041st Security Police Squadron
Climate
Deployments to South East Asia
Training
Development of Ground Combat Skills
Daily Activities
Battle of Tan Son Nhut
Preparations for Operations
Bien Hoa
377th SFS
Bunker 051
Career Field Split
12 Female Airmen in 71
SS Mayaguez
SP/SF Shield
SF Beret
Test Program: Top Dog
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- SF Academy History Project -- William (Pete) Piazza, LM #141, Thu, Jun 01 2017, 12:13:06 PDT (ip68-97-181-229.ok.ok.cox.net/68.97.181.229)
Ok folks here is a project U may want to get involved in with the SF Academy? Please send all responses to MSgt Saunders since he is the POC for this project, ok? Contact me at wpiazza@aol.com for the info they want answers too! Pete
Subject: SF Historical Stories - Please Distribute
Sirs & Ma'am,
Can you please distribute the attached document to all known SP
organizations in hopes that I can begin the collection and review process on
this effort. Public Affairs and I have set an initial goal of 10 videos to
be shot during targeted time frames beginning in Sept with additional dates
thru January for the initial set.
//SIGNED//
JUSTIN E. SAUNDERS, MSgt, USAF
NCOIC, Stan Eval
343d Training Squadron
DSN 473-5133 / Comm (210) 671-5133
Justin.saunders@us.af.mil
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- Memorial Day -- Howard Yates, Sun, May 28 2017, 18:28:26 PDT (67-8-131-255.res.bhn.net/67.8.131.255)
Alabaster Guardians
Alabaster guardians
Standing in formation
Keeping vigil over those,
Who served a grateful nation.
Each one guards a hero's rest
With hushed and solemn, stare
The only sound, a chapel bell,
To grace the evening air.
A breeze awakes the Stars and Stripes
But stirs her, ever slightly,
A comrade's boots, in reverence,
Step resolute but lightly.
A too familiar bugle call
Played from a hill beyond
A soldier's tear and hand salute
Seals, kinship, love and bond.
Howard G. Yates
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- Registration Form -- Junious B. Owens, Tue, May 30 2017, 4:33:44 PDT (c-75-67-107-229.hsd1.nh.comcast.net/75.67.107.229)
Unable to raise the registration form . Page is not available. Any assist would be appreciated.
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- A brother is lost. -- Terrell L. Morris (Sadness), Sun, May 21 2017, 13:02:34 PDT (75-128-254-155.dhcp.mdsn.wi.charter.com/75.128.254.155)
Moments ago I received a call from Bonnie, wife of Denis "Den" Cook that he had died. Den had complications from kidney failure for some time and was on the verge of needing dialysis when another issue came up. He received the first dialysis in prep for another surgery, but passed the next day.
Den served with the 377th SPS at Tan Son Nhut from Dec. 67-68. He was a founding member of VSPA and served as Treasurer for a long time. He was a great friend and brother to me and many others.
Bonnie said his body was donated and will be cremated with a Memorial will come at a later date for friends and family.
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- Re: A brother is lost. -- Newell Swartz, Sun, May 21 2017, 19:21:32 PDT (NoHost/206.213.63.206)
- Re: A brother is lost. -- Van and Joyce Digby, BX Managers, Mon, May 22 2017, 7:03:19 PDT (66-227-194-140.dhcp.bycy.mi.charter.com/66.227.194.140)
- Re: A brother is lost. -- Lew Goldberg, Mon, May 22 2017, 7:50:13 PDT (173-20-167-185.client.mchsi.com/173.20.167.185)
- GET TO KNOW DEN COOK -- Steve Gattis, Mon, May 22 2017, 14:44:48 PDT (h241.236.88.75.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/75.88.236.241)
- Den Cook - missed already -- Don Poss, Thu, May 25 2017, 7:55:06 PDT (cpe-104-173-37-206.socal.res.rr.com/104.173.37.206)
- 2017 FINAL Reunion Information -- Steve Gattis, Sun, May 21 2017, 8:22:34 PDT (h241.236.88.75.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/75.88.236.241)
Hello to all. I have posted the final reunion flyer and the registration forms in the VSPA Group Area of Facebook located at the following link:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/193931887289447/
The flyer and forms will be posted shortly on the VSPA Web Page.
Until then, the following is the text for the FINAL reunion flyer specifying the day of our base tour and lunch with the Defenders who have followed in our footsteps:
Vietnam Security Police Association
23rd Annual Reunion
San Antonio, Texas – October 4-8, 2017
Lackland Air Force Base (Joint Base San Antonio)
The VSPA reunion will be held at the MENGER Hotel, 204 Alamo Plaza, phone 1-800-345-9285. The contract room rate is $129 per night plus tax. The rate is good for three days before and three days after the reunion. Refrigerator in room based UPON REQUEST AND AVAILABILITY. ALL ROOMS ARE NON-SMOKING. A reduced rate for valet parking is available for $20 per day with in and out privileges. Parking in city lots is available in the area for $12 to $20 per day. Use the following link to see more information about this beautiful hotel where US presidents have stayed: http://www.mengerhotel.com/ The Alamo is next door to the hotel. The Riverwalk is a five minute walk to exceptional shopping and dining. Other shopping is also very convenient. Airport shuttle: SuperShuttle $19 one-way, $34 round trip. A SuperShuttle information counter is located in the Airport Baggage Area.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS: Call 1-800-345-9285, ask for Reservations and refer to our Group: Vietnam Security Police Association. Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 noon. The room rate is locked in for us, but there will be a deadline for reservations of September 3, 2017. After that date, rooms will be space available only and AT THE HOTEL’S PREVAILING RATE. Make your reservations early! If you encounter any difficulty with hotel reservations, reserve the room, obtain the confirmation number and contact the Reunion BRAT at 1-360-663-2521. Explain the problem and she will correct it for you. You can also use the following link for online reservations: https://reservations.mengerhotel.com/75799?groupID=1774328 Group Code: 1017VIETNAM
AIRPORT INFORMATION: Book your flight to “San Antonio International Airport” (AIRPORT CODE: SAT).
REUNION REGISTRATION: The registration fee is $185 per person. Please use the Registration Forms.
AGENDA: Generally accurate, but is still subject to change due to base operational requirements for Security Forces host elements and their Op Tempo for a base visit on Thursday, October 5):
• Reception dinner buffet, Wednesday evening, October 4th
• Thursday, October 5th: Base tour, lunch with the Defenders, briefings from host elements. Evening open.
• Friday, October 6th: FREE DAY for shopping, local tours and meals with friends. Evening open.
• Saturday morning, October 7th: VSPA Business Meeting. Afternoon open.
• Saturday morning, October 7th: VSPA Sisterhood gathering of wives and companions. Afternoon open.
• Saturday evening, October 7th: Banquet dinner with guest speaker, awards and raffle.
• Sunday morning, October 8th: Memorial service – reading of the names.
• Hospitality Suite stocked with FREE snacks & beverages will be open as much as possible.
• VSPA BX Store will be open as much as possible.
SPECIAL NOTE FOR THOSE ARRIVING EARLY: There will be a Security Forces Academy graduation at 1530 hours on October 3rd. While NOT a specific part of our reunion activities, our members who are arriving early to visit with friends and explore San Antonio have been invited to attend the graduation at the Security Forces Academy.
If you have a question or need some more info about this reunion, please contact VSPA President Greg Cain gjcain@roadrunner.com or VSPA Sisterhood President Sheila Cain smgervase@yahoo.com or, call them at (716) 771-1157. We hope to see you in SAN ANTONIO for our 23rd Annual VSPA Reunion!
“We Take Care of Our Own!”
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- Celebrating 49th Anniversary -- Steven Hall, Thu, May 18 2017, 16:50:48 PDT (76-234-224-141.lightspeed.irvnca.sbcglobal.net/76.234.224.141)
Today, May 18th, Michol and I are celebrating our 49th wedding anniversary.
I don't know how she's put up with me for so long. LOL!
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- Re: Celebrating 49th Anniversary -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Thu, May 18 2017, 18:32:56 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Celebrating 49th Anniversary -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Fri, May 19 2017, 4:48:41 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Celebrating 49th Anniversary -- Gary Walters, Fri, May 19 2017, 7:59:59 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Re: Celebrating 49th Anniversary -- Jackie r. Kays, Sat, May 20 2017, 4:40:32 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: Celebrating 49th Anniversary -- Keith and Karen Young, Mon, May 22 2017, 16:47:50 PDT (pool-72-88-120-251.bflony.east.verizon.net/72.88.120.251)
- Combat Veteran? -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Fri, Mar 17 2017, 10:30:05 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
I've been trying to find the definition of a "Combat Veteran". Does one have to have been in a fire fight to be classified as a combat veteran or are those of us who under went rocket attacks also included??
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- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Bruce Thompson, Fri, Mar 17 2017, 10:52:01 PDT (h192.217.191.173.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/173.191.217.192)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Jim Randall, Fri, Mar 17 2017, 13:51:34 PDT (67-1-145-213.tcso.qwest.net/67.1.145.213)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Ken de Russy (Foxhole Atheist), Fri, Mar 17 2017, 14:02:02 PDT (24-113-253-10.wavecable.com/24.113.253.10)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Larry Gramps LM 401, Sat, Mar 18 2017, 8:23:20 PDT (host671420026172.direcway.com/67.142.172.26)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Jim Randall, Sat, Mar 18 2017, 9:26:33 PDT (67-1-145-213.tcso.qwest.net/67.1.145.213)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Sam Lewis, Sun, Mar 19 2017, 10:51:14 PDT (c-50-134-70-12.hsd1.va.comcast.net/50.134.70.12)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Bruce Ross, Sun, Mar 19 2017, 13:48:30 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Jackie R. Kays, Tue, Mar 21 2017, 18:33:36 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: Combat Veteran? -- Bruce Ross, Thu, Mar 23 2017, 15:01:15 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
Re: Combat Veteran? -- John, Thu, Mar 23 2017, 19:15:30 PDT (96-3-22-115-dynamic.midco.net/96.3.22.115)
- 377th SPS at VSPA reunion -- Jack Smith, Sun, May 21 2017, 8:55:25 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
OK I need any 377th SPS WHO HAS NOT contacted me and are attending the VSPA reunion to notify me right away with your name and your guest names. This if for the reunion Brat so she will know how many tables to reserve for the 377th SPS contact me here, in a email of on facebook. I need this ASAP. Jack
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- Jack Roberts update -- Jack Smith, Mon, May 15 2017, 17:45:13 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
I just talked with Jack Roberts. He is not doing well. On one leg the break is just under the knee and on the same leg the ankle is broken. The other leg had large fracture below the knee. He was fading in and out when we talked. He is having trouble holding things in his hands also. His daughter in law said that he was going to be in the hospital a long time. The meds they have him on makes it hard for him to talk. He is at the Sacred Heart hospital 5151 North 9th Ave Pensacola Fl 32504-8795 I would suggest a card but no phone calls. Jack is in bad shape right now. He need sour prayers. Jack Smith
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- Re: Jack Roberts update -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Mon, May 15 2017, 19:10:50 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Jack Roberts update -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Tue, May 16 2017, 5:42:56 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Jack Roberts update -- Gary Walters, Tue, May 16 2017, 9:59:36 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Re: Jack Roberts update -- Steven Hall, Sat, May 20 2017, 8:48:58 PDT (76-234-224-141.lightspeed.irvnca.sbcglobal.net/76.234.224.141)
- Newest Member/Life Member George (Andy) Anderson -- Paul Shave (smile), Wed, May 03 2017, 19:44:53 PDT (174-28-99-38.albq.qwest.net/174.28.99.38)
Gentlemen !!! Please welcome to the fold the newest member and life member #939 George (Andy) Anderson. He was able to survive TSN 67-69 so please welcome home ANDY !!
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- Re: Newest Member/Life Member George (Andy) Anderson -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Wed, May 03 2017, 19:58:19 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member George (Andy) Anderson -- Brian Weber LM 638, Thu, May 04 2017, 6:56:14 PDT (168-103-50-194.eugn.qwest.net/168.103.50.194)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member George (Andy) Anderson -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Thu, May 04 2017, 11:50:08 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member George (Andy) Anderson -- Gary Walters, Fri, May 05 2017, 5:53:30 PDT (67-60-31-55.cpe.cableone.net/67.60.31.55)
- Re: Newest Member/Life Member George (Andy) Anderson -- Jaime A. Lleras - Binh Thuy, AB 1970, Wed, May 17 2017, 4:44:58 PDT (cpe-172-74-241-19.sc.res.rr.com/172.74.241.19)
- 42 years ago Knife 13 -- Allen Tucker LM930 (Reflection Remembrance), Sat, May 13 2017, 7:04:55 PDT (NoHost/172.58.24.66)
42 years ago Air Force Security Police Members in Thailand were being directed to a staging area at U-Tapao, directing those Air Force Security Police Members for a combat assault to a rescue mission of the Mayaquez in Cambodia. Knife 13 from Nakhon Phanon RTAFB, Thailand with 23 aboard will forever hold us dear to uncommon valor that had been seen throughout the involvement in Southeast Asia by Security Police. We will never forget friends, brothers who have gone before us and those this day continue the fight. Rest Easy Brothers. We Have Not Forgotten! God Speed!
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- Re: 42 years ago Knife 13 -- Phil Carroll, Sat, May 13 2017, 11:45:03 PDT (c-50-137-144-200.hsd1.or.comcast.net/50.137.144.200)
- Re: 42 years ago Knife 13 -- John Appel, Sat, May 13 2017, 19:44:09 PDT (cpe-24-167-184-160.triad.res.rr.com/24.167.184.160)
- Re: 42 years ago Knife 13 -- jACKIE r. KAYS, Sun, May 14 2017, 15:36:09 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: 42 years ago Knife 13 -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Mon, May 15 2017, 5:00:25 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Mother's Day -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Sun, May 14 2017, 14:59:10 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
Happy Mother's Day to all the ladies who are associated with the VSPA.
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- 377th SPS at VSPA reunion -- Jack Smith, Sun, May 14 2017, 10:46:20 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
This is for the 377th SPS troops who are attending the VSPA reunion in Oct. I have a list now that includes our wives. 32 total as of today. I know that will increase as we get closer to the reunion. Now I always get the 377th together for a dinner at the VSPA. Here is what I need from all of you. I have found a place that will a big treat for all of us. It is large and has great food. So I can arrange for us to go there ( within Walking distance of our hotel) It would be a lunch buffet. I am working on the price per person and it looks like under $20.00 per person. This would be on Friday our free day. So does a buffet lunch meet everyone's approval??? Please let me know here ,in a email of P Message.
Jack Smith
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- KNIFE 13 MAY 13 , 1975 -- J P, Sat, May 13 2017, 12:05:56 PDT (c-73-78-168-189.hsd1.co.comcast.net/73.78.168.189)
The last names on The Wall... Our Knife 13 Brothers-In-Arms.
Time may heal all the wounds and heal the pain.
For a small group of us it is the Lies & Betrayals that keep us from forgiving or forgetting.
The day before Mother's Day... Then & Now.
Welcome Home
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- Jack Roberts update -- Jack Smith, Fri, May 12 2017, 16:56:39 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
Just talked with Jacks wife Lorraine. Jack came home yesterday and this afternoon he fell and broke both legs. The local hospital could not treat him and he has been transported from Alabama to a hospital in Pensacola Fa. I will keep you updated as I hear more. Jack Smith
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- Jack Roberts - Hospitalized -- Steve (Gattis), Fri, May 12 2017, 8:45:00 PDT (h43.69.141.67.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/67.141.69.43)
Hello to all. The following messages were posted on the VSPA Group Page in Facebook. We are waiting for updates.
Posted by Roberta Jackie Smith
May 10 at 5:30pm
Jack Roberts of 377th Security Police has been taken to the hospital...they believe he might have had a stroke. He fell on Lorraine and collapsed as she was trying to help him stand. Please include them in your prayers.
UPDATE May 10 at 6:53pm
Received another phone call. Jack's daughter said he is awake and asking for Biscuits & Sausage. Lorraine said to thank all of you for your prayers. She will be going to see him tomorrow morning and will give us an update as to what is wrong. Thank You Everyone from the Roberts Family!
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- Moving along -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Thu, May 11 2017, 6:16:22 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
Good morning. We haven't heard from you in a while, what's new? How are you? What's new?
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- Recall of funny incidents -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Wed, May 03 2017, 13:50:14 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
Anybody recall any funny or unusual incidents from their service days?
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Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Frank Pilson LM-28 (Welcome Home), Tue, Apr 25 2017, 3:50:54 PDT (c-73-141-246-120.hsd1.pa.comcast.net/73.141.246.120)
Welcome Home to all my peers and God Bless all of us. Home 5oth years today.
My parents and sister were only ones at Phila. Airport to greet me.
Life moves forward but Nam Experience change all our lives good or bad!
Let us remember our peers that have gone home to God.
My late wife Joan in smiling down on all of us.
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- Re: Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Andy Latham (Fast Time), Tue, Apr 25 2017, 6:02:10 PDT (108-253-169-241.lightspeed.ltrkar.sbcglobal.net/108.253.169.241)
- Re: Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Tue, Apr 25 2017, 16:38:45 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Ken de Russy (Embrace Reality), Thu, Apr 27 2017, 19:17:56 PDT (24-113-228-72.wavecable.com/24.113.228.72)
- Re: Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Bruce Ross, Fri, Apr 28 2017, 20:16:04 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Bruce Ross, Sat, Apr 29 2017, 9:23:29 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Bruce Ross, Sat, Apr 29 2017, 14:31:10 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: Home 50 years from Nam today. -- Andy Latham (Thoughts of Eternity ???), Tue, May 09 2017, 19:01:22 PDT (108-253-169-241.lightspeed.ltrkar.sbcglobal.net/108.253.169.241)
- Did You serve at F E Warren? They want you help -- Bill Cummings (Bill Cummings), Thu, May 04 2017, 17:47:22 PDT (c-98-225-111-57.hsd1.az.comcast.net/98.225.111.57)
The 90th SFS Security Forces Squadron at F. E. Warren is currently researching ideas for the redesign of their unit patch (attached). Below the emblem will be the squadron's name and above the emblem we would like to add a squadron motto, preferably with one with some historical significance. Of course there is the old “Latin” phrase issue, and they are good to go with that idea.
If anyone has any ideas, please contact me at usafbrutus@comcast.net and I will forward your ideas or I will put you in touch with the person who is heading the project. If anyone would like to see the patch, as it is currently please email me and I will send you a copy to view.
Any help or guidance would be appreciated.
V/r
Bill Cummings
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- VA Appointment Wait Times -- Gary Jones, LM-363, Wed, Apr 19 2017, 12:41:43 PDT (cpe-172-75-49-67.carolina.res.rr.com/172.75.49.67)
In case you have ever wondered how long it could take to get an appointment at one of the VA hospitals/clinics, the website, shown below, can give you a general idea. The times (days) listed are just averages, your wait time can be more or less than these.
Just click on your state and look at the results.
http://www.accesstopwt.va.gov/
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- Broken Heart -- John Jackson NKP 69/70 LM 149, Fri, May 05 2017, 21:05:38 PDT (c-66-235-45-169.npv.wa.customer.broadstripe.net/66.235.45.169)
Nugent's surgery went well. He needs to get strong enough to be scheduled for his AAA surgery. Thanks
Jackson. 56th SPS
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- Invitation for Vietnam veterans -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Fri, May 05 2017, 14:48:12 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
Hope this works.
Attachments: VietnamVeteranInvitationandApplication2.pdf (1040.9 KB)
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- Broken Heart -- John Jackson NKP 69/70 LM 149, Mon, May 01 2017, 20:10:46 PDT (c-66-235-45-169.npv.wa.customer.broadstripe.net/66.235.45.169)
I just talked to my to my brother/Nugent (377th 70/71), he is will to have heart surgery in few days at the VA in Omaha. Exact not know yet. Leaving the VA Nugent and Lori were involved in a traffic accident totally their car. Lori has a broken foot and Nugent is bagged up. When I know his surgery I will post it. Keep him in your thoughts...
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- Re: Broken Heart -- Steve & Lise Gattis, Mon, May 01 2017, 22:29:24 PDT (h245.128.185.173.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/173.185.128.245)
- Re: Broken Heart -- Bob Mitchell LM 301, Tue, May 02 2017, 5:29:14 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Broken Heart -- Bill Cummings (Bill Cummings), Tue, May 02 2017, 9:19:32 PDT (224.sub-174-238-147.myvzw.com/174.238.147.224)
- Re: Broken Heart -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Tue, May 02 2017, 16:55:46 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Traveling Wall - Plainfield PA -- Don Graham, Tue, May 02 2017, 10:15:58 PDT (70.44.86.161.res-cmts.sm.ptd.net/70.44.86.161)
The Traveling Wall will be in Plainfield Twp PA from June 15 thru the 18th. I'll be there on the 15th from 6-9pm, 16th 12-3pm & 17th 12-3pm. Plainfield is in eastern PA right off Rt 33. Come visit if your in the area.
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- Comrades id Damger: -- Junious B. Owens, Sun, Apr 30 2017, 12:56:59 PDT (c-75-67-107-229.hsd1.nh.comcast.net/75.67.107.229)
Here's hoping any of our comrades that were in line of the severe weather that swept thru the South are all OK. I know we have several in South Texas, La. and Mississippi.
Our prayers go out to those that may have suffered. Bud Owens, Binh-Thuy, 66/67.
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- Thank you note -- Jackie R. Kays (Thank You!), Fri, Apr 28 2017, 4:51:02 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
I want to thank everyone that wished me a "Happy Birthday."
It's knowing that friends like you thought of me on my birthday, that brought a smile to my face and a tear to my aging eyes. True friends are hard to come by and I want you to know, that I sincerely appreciate each and everyone of you!
Thank you so much!
Your OLD jungle buddy,
Jackie
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- Jackie Kays Birthday -- Jack Smith, Wed, Apr 26 2017, 7:34:51 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
Troops how about a big Birthday wish for one of our own. Today Jackie Kays is 84. I just talk to him and his wife Wanda they are doing OK and he is still going bowling and writing. If you have not read any of his books on Vietnam you should. He has also written some Western Novels. He has been my mentor with my poetry. SO HAPPY BIRTHDAY SSGT KAYS. Jack Smith
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- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Wed, Apr 26 2017, 8:35:54 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- Jaime A. Lleras - Binh Thuy, '70, Wed, Apr 26 2017, 9:39:16 PDT (cpe-172-74-241-19.sc.res.rr.com/172.74.241.19)
- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Wed, Apr 26 2017, 9:48:59 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- Bruce Ross, Thu, Apr 27 2017, 6:23:18 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- Larry Gramps, Thu, Apr 27 2017, 7:17:28 PDT (host671420026172.direcway.com/67.142.172.26)
- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- Gary Walters, Thu, Apr 27 2017, 9:47:43 PDT (96-19-248-224.cpe.cableone.net/96.19.248.224)
- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- John Paul Coakley, Thu, Apr 27 2017, 10:26:53 PDT (99-60-176-174.lightspeed.irvnca.sbcglobal.net/99.60.176.174)
- Re: Jackie Kays Birthday -- Ken de Russy (Escape to Reality), Thu, Apr 27 2017, 19:24:04 PDT (24-113-228-72.wavecable.com/24.113.228.72)
- Vietnam Veterans' Memorial (The Wall) Wash -- Gary Jones - LM 363, Mon, Apr 17 2017, 8:07:44 PDT (cpe-172-75-49-67.carolina.res.rr.com/172.75.49.67)
Just a reminder that Eagle Chapter will wash the Vietnam Veterans' Memorial (The Wall) on Saturday, April 29th. We meet at the flag pole, by the Three soldiers statue at 06:15am, for a brief safety briefing, invocation, Pledge of Allegiance and some comments about the history of The Wall.
Parking is available on either Henry Bacon Drive or Constiturion Ave (at 21st Street entrance to the Memorial). If parking on Constitution Ave, park facing the Washington Monument.
The past few washes have had a shortage of Vietnam/Thailand Veterans. Hopefully, we will have a better turn-out, this time. We will be finished by 08:00am, so you can resume your normal activities.
I hope to see you there. Bring your spouses, kids, grandkids, neighbors and friends. Don't forget to wear your Vietnam/Thailand Veteran hats, shirts, jackets, vests, etc.
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- Reunion Sites -- Jaime A. Lleras - Binh Thuy, AB 1970, Sun, Apr 23 2017, 4:47:10 PDT (cpe-172-74-241-19.sc.res.rr.com/172.74.241.19)
I know we're meeting in San Antonio, TX this year, but can someone let me know the site for the 2018 reunion?
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- POW/MIA Flag -- Van Digby, Fri, Apr 21 2017, 8:02:41 PDT (66-227-194-140.dhcp.bycy.mi.charter.com/66.227.194.140)
I see that the Maryland Governor, has sign the bill to allow the POW/MIA flag to be flown on all state buildings. It should of happened years ago. It has been the national flag for how long???? (Years)
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- TET VETS -- Kenneth Neal, Thu, Apr 20 2017, 19:20:55 PDT (70-239-179-108.lightspeed.snantx.sbcglobal.net/70.239.179.108)
I have been requested to forward this by Col. Mel Grover (TSN TET 68)
Attention: Air Police and Security Police Veterans of the Tet Offensive:! It
is time we honor you and your sacrifices.! The 343rd Training Squadron at
Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland AFB--your Security Forces Academy--is holding
a two-day event to honor your military service during the Tet Offensive for
the upcoming 50th Anniversary of the Tet Offensive. You are cordially
invited to join us along with "Defenders" of all eras to partake in this
two-day event on 30 & 31 January 2018 in San Antonio, Texas. The Security
Forces Academy, along with Defenders of from all Joint Base San Antonio are
planning several events over these two days to include a social, a ceremony to
honor the six Defenders who lost their lives during the Tet Offensive, a
tribute to those who served during the Tet offensive and a dinner to break
bread with those who safely returned home. For any questions for please
contact Mrs. Catherine Jeffryes at (210) 671-2184 or MSgt Justin Saunders at
(210) 671-5133 for more information.
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Most asked reunion question put to me -- Kenneth Neal (LMAO), Wed, Apr 12 2017, 21:32:59 PDT (70-239-179-108.lightspeed.snantx.sbcglobal.net/70.239.179.108)
Pat O'Brians 2.5 Blocks Away, Out the lobby door turn left up to main stop light at the intersection turn right cross street down the block. 3 others in down tow area one further out all on Google.
So answer to the question is there a Irish Bar/Restaurant in downtown SA.
Oh ladies if you see this : out the same front door turn left walk about 200 yards enter the first door you see slightly on your left walk in, WELCOME to the multi story River City Mall (sorry guys Sheila said she would kick my butt if I did not remember something for our Beloved Sisterhood ) ;) :)
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- Re: Most asked reunion question put to me -- Chaplin Jim ~ Kennel Master, Thu, Apr 13 2017, 5:33:25 PDT (pool-71-163-152-228.washdc.east.verizon.net/71.163.152.228)
Re: Most asked reunion question put to me -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Thu, Apr 13 2017, 7:01:34 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Most asked reunion question put to me -- ken Neal, Fri, Apr 14 2017, 5:43:02 PDT (70-239-179-108.lightspeed.snantx.sbcglobal.net/70.239.179.108)
- Re: Most asked reunion question put to me -- Jack Smith, Fri, Apr 14 2017, 17:04:51 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
- Re: Most asked reunion question put to me -- ken neal, Wed, Apr 19 2017, 16:21:32 PDT (70-239-179-108.lightspeed.snantx.sbcglobal.net/70.239.179.108)
- Pease Greeters -- Junious B. Owens, Sun, Apr 16 2017, 9:43:17 PDT (c-75-67-107-229.hsd1.nh.comcast.net/75.67.107.229)
Just thought I would let everyone know that the Pease Greeters have been busy greeting our troops. On Tuesday, April 18 the Greeters will be greeting their 1200th flight.
That will be 10 months since they greeted their 1000 flight.
An average of 20 flights per month for the last 10 months and it will not be slowing down in the near future. Some of us are getting burned out with all the late hours. I have slowed down quite a bit. Missed 2 flights of AF recently. They arrived around 2 AM. See some of you in October. Bud Owens, Binh-Thuy, 66/67.
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- HAPPY EASTER -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Sun, Apr 16 2017, 7:50:41 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
Wishing all of you a very Happy Easter! And for those of you who choose not to celebrate this day, I wish you a great day and hope you have a great week ahead. Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687
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- Newest Member Edward Qustell -- Paul Shave (smile), Sat, Apr 08 2017, 15:59:06 PDT (71-222-200-12.albq.qwest.net/71.222.200.12)
Hey everyone, Say HI to our newest member, Edward Questell !! He is a graduate of TSN 68-69. He is to be watched closely because he is a close friend of Jack Smith !!
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- Newest Member Carl Essig -- Paul Shave, Sat, Apr 08 2017, 18:05:23 PDT (71-222-200-12.albq.qwest.net/71.222.200.12)
Gentlemen, Please welcome home another graduate of CRB !! Carl Essig, He was there 68-69. He lives in PA.
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- Re: Newest Member Carl Essig -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Sat, Apr 08 2017, 18:54:40 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- Re: Newest Member Carl Essig -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Sun, Apr 09 2017, 5:59:07 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Newest Member Carl Essig -- Frank Pilson LM-28 (Welcome Home), Sun, Apr 09 2017, 6:43:32 PDT (c-73-30-11-178.hsd1.pa.comcast.net/73.30.11.178)
- Re: Newest Member Carl Essig -- Larry Gramps LM 401, Sun, Apr 09 2017, 7:23:29 PDT (host671420023172.direcway.com/67.142.172.23)
- Re: Newest Member Carl Essig -- Gary Walters, Fri, Apr 14 2017, 13:20:20 PDT (96-19-248-224.cpe.cableone.net/96.19.248.224)
- SF Academy Graduation Ceremony -- William (Pete) Piazza, LM #141, Mon, Mar 20 2017, 18:04:54 PDT (ip68-12-144-184.ok.ok.cox.net/68.12.144.184)
Received this info from MSgt Saunders asking for posting for any VSPA members that would like to attend or be involved? Pete
Mr. Piazza,
Thank you for your response. I will be in contact with you again soon as I am
working with other base agencies to work on this project. If you could please
let your members know for those who arrive early they are openly invited to
the Security Forces Apprentice Course graduation on the 3rd of October at
1530. If someone is going to be in attendance and willing, we may be able to
have one as a guest speaker for the graduation. If you are made aware of
someone intentions please let me know and I will coordinate with the school
house POC for guest speakers.
//SIGNED//
JUSTIN E. SAUNDERS, MSgt, USAF
NCOIC, Stan Eval
343d Training Squadron
DSN 473-5133 / Comm (210) 671-5133
Justin.saunders@us.af.mil
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- Bien Hoa tet 68 Eddie S Nigh -- Ken Neal, Sun, Apr 02 2017, 13:23:12 PDT (70-239-179-108.lightspeed.snantx.sbcglobal.net/70.239.179.108)
I need some help here. Our History book lists Eddie S Nigh as the recipient of the Silver Star for his actions based on a story written by LtCol Miller. I searched various web sites about the Silver Star and can not find his name listed on them. I need help from the guys there who might be able to help me with my search.
The SF Museum maintains a Hall of Honor listing those members who have been awarded the Bronze Star w/V and higher, Eddie Nigh is not listed there because we can not verify the award. What we need is a copy of his Special Orders and the citation narrative with seal, a DD 214 showing the award would also be helpful. If you happen to have your special orders with his name included in the order number that would be helpful.
When you visit the museum this October stop by and read the awards rolls, I know there may be others that were missed , we need to get our brothers the public recognition they deserve.
Best,
Ken Neal
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- Searching -- charles l. clark, Sat, Apr 08 2017, 13:05:23 PDT (mta-98-29-195-33.cinci.rr.com/98.29.195.33)
Helping out a friend who was at CRB 69-70, he is searching for Bill C Soleski who is a life member of our organization, Dan is not a member, and I told him I would relay, his last name is Whitesell. Send me a message and I ll email or put you in touch with him.
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- 377th SPS at VSPA reunion -- Jack Smith, Wed, Mar 29 2017, 5:16:50 PDT (172-2-186-102.lightspeed.clmboh.sbcglobal.net/172.2.186.102)
Happy Vietnam Veterans day. To the 377th SPS troops that are attending the Oct reunion in San Antonio in Oct. I need you to contact me by email so I can get a good head count. Again this year I am looking at planning a dinner for us while at the reunion. Jack
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- Last Guardmount -- Jaime A. Lleras - Binh Thuy, '70, Sun, Apr 09 2017, 9:50:35 PDT (cpe-172-74-241-19.sc.res.rr.com/172.74.241.19)
It has come to my attention that MSgt Stanley L. Moses, Retired, USAF Air Police/Security Police watch ended April 8, 2017. I didn't know him and I don't know if he's a VSPA member, but he's an SP nontheless. May he rest in peace and may his family receive the strength to celebrate his life. RIP brother Moses.
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- FINAL GUARDMOUNT FOR CLIFF GREGORY, VSPA LIFE MEMBER #271, NHA TRANG AND HON TRE ISLAND 67-68 -- STEVE GATTIS, Thu, Apr 06 2017, 17:13:09 PDT (h176.169.117.75.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/75.117.169.176)
I am very sad to report that our dear friend and brother, Cliff Gregory, VSPA Life Member #271, stood his final Guardmount yesterday evening while at home in Arkansas with his wife, Mary. Cliff served at Nha Trang Air Base in 1967-68 as a member of the 14th Security Police Squadron. He also served on Hon Tre Island, TDY from Nha Trang to Detachment 1, 619th Tactical Communications Squadron during 67-68. Cliff was retired from the US Postal Service and attended many of our VSPA reunions with his wife, Mary, and his dear brothers from the Nha Trang Gang. He was a proud Veteran who never hesitated to assist others and to join his Nha Trang family for gatherings, including washing The Wall in Washington, D.C.
For those of you who knew Cliff, you will know the great loss to the VSPA Brotherhood and Sisterhood. Always ready with a smile, a handshake and a good story, Cliff was the brother you always wanted to have around, especially when times were tough. For those of you who did not know Cliff, this man was made of all things country, with funny comments that “stuck with ya like hair in a biscuit”. He had an iron will to work his land, to run with his grandchildren, and to recover from knee replacement surgery to run again. His family and friends will gather this coming Sunday and Monday to celebrate his life.
Technology has given us the gift of memories, photos and videos of Cliff that have been posted to Facebook. Please see the following links to the VSPA Group on Facebook and to others areas on Facebook where Clifton Gregory has been tagged in photos and video. As we grieve, know that the photos and video have been used to celebrate Cliff’s incredible life with family and friends, along with his brothers and sisters in the VSPA.
https://www.facebook.com/clifton.gregory.3?hc_ref=NEWSFEED
https://www.facebook.com/martha.h.fleming/posts/10212651099252366?notif_t=feedback_reaction_generic_tagged¬if_id=1491520456262264
https://www.facebook.com/groups/193931887289447/
Funeral Service Information for Clifton Gregory:
Visitation: 1700 to 1900 Sunday, April 9.
Funeral: 1000 Monday, April 10, Interment to follow at a local cemetery.
Harris Funeral Home
1325 N. Oak
Morrilton, Arkansas 72110
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- Re: FINAL GUARDMOUNT FOR CLIFF GREGORY, VSPA LIFE MEMBER #271, NHA TRANG AND HON TRE ISLAND 67-68 -- John Paul Coakley, Fri, Apr 07 2017, 0:05:07 PDT (99-60-176-174.lightspeed.irvnca.sbcglobal.net/99.60.176.174)
- Re: FINAL GUARDMOUNT FOR CLIFF GREGORY, VSPA LIFE MEMBER #271, NHA TRANG AND HON TRE ISLAND 67-68 -- Pat Houseworth, Fri, Apr 07 2017, 9:09:00 PDT (celina-pppoe-1-1379.dsl.bright.net/68.65.101.110)
- Re: FINAL GUARDMOUNT FOR CLIFF GREGORY, VSPA LIFE MEMBER #271, NHA TRANG AND HON TRE ISLAND 67-68 -- Bruce Ross, Sat, Apr 08 2017, 10:24:41 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
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50 years ago today -- Charles barker L M 684, Wed, Apr 05 2017, 18:16:00 PDT (ip98-162-176-103.pn.at.cox.net/98.162.176.103)
I have been thinking about this all day. 50 years ago today I left Viet Nam going home to the unknown. Where did the time go?
Today, as I look back on the time, I know that I have been a blessed man. I met my wife in 72 and she has put up with me for 44 years.we have 2 sons, 2 daughters in laws and 3 grand kids
I retired the first time in 99. Retired again 2015 due to health problems related to Agent Orange. Even with all of the health problems I am a blessed man.
Thanks for being here for my post and I hope every one has a good day.
Charles Barker l m 684
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- Re: 50 years ago today -- Bill Cummings (Bill Cummings), Wed, Apr 05 2017, 21:46:43 PDT (c-98-225-111-57.hsd1.az.comcast.net/98.225.111.57)
- Re: 50 years ago today -- Jackie R. Kays, Thu, Apr 06 2017, 5:07:24 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
- Re: 50 years ago today -- Junious B. Owens, Thu, Apr 06 2017, 6:21:49 PDT (pool-71-168-78-59.cncdnh.east.myfairpoint.net/71.168.78.59)
- Re: 50 years ago today -- Terry Sasek BT 68-69 LM#687, Thu, Apr 06 2017, 16:47:26 PDT (45-18-130-185.lightspeed.livnmi.sbcglobal.net/45.18.130.185)
- RIP: Gary F. Eberbach, VSPA LM 673 -- Don Poss, Thu, Mar 30 2017, 8:44:35 PDT (cpe-104-173-63-147.socal.res.rr.com/104.173.63.147)
Gents:
I regret to inform you of the passing of tentmate and close friend, Gary Eberbach.
Gary F. Eberbach
08-20-1944 – 03-27-2017
Da Nang, 1965-1966
366th Security Police Squadron, K-9, Sentry Dog, Bucky.
Gary’s wife, Rita, phoned last night and told me Gary had passed away on Monday, March 27th, 2017. I introduced them and they were married 50 years, this year. Gary and I were at Da Nang AB, K-9, 1965-1966, and many of our members served with and remember him.
For many years Gary battled agent orange, with declining health. He recently had surgery due to gangrene issues, and died in hospice.
Funeral services are this Saturday, 1 Apr 2017. I will attend.
For Obit information, please copy/paste link:
http://www.vspa.com/pdf/gary-f-eberbach_rip.pdf
Don Poss
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- Re: RIP: Gary F. Eberbach, VSPA LM 673 -- Gary Walters, Thu, Mar 30 2017, 9:23:20 PDT (96-19-248-224.cpe.cableone.net/96.19.248.224)
- Re: RIP: Gary F. Eberbach, VSPA LM 673 -- John Paul Coakley, Sat, Apr 01 2017, 0:56:48 PDT (99-60-176-174.lightspeed.irvnca.sbcglobal.net/99.60.176.174)
- Re: RIP: Gary F. Eberbach, VSPA LM 673 -- Bruce Ross, Sat, Apr 01 2017, 7:19:50 PDT (135-158.207-68.elmore.res.rr.com/68.207.158.135)
- Re: RIP: Gary F. Eberbach, VSPA LM 673 -- Jackie R. Kays, Tue, Apr 04 2017, 3:57:49 PDT (NoHost/64.188.132.116)
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Request for prayers -- Lawrence Davis Phan Rang/Tuy Hoa 66/67, Sat, Mar 25 2017, 19:07:01 PDT (108-196-16-42.lightspeed.btrgla.sbcglobal.net/108.196.16.42)
My nephew, East Baton Rouge Parish Deputy
Sgt.Shawn Anderson was shot and killed in the
line of duty this past March 17th. He was laid
to rest with full honors last Thursday,with hundreds
of officers from around the country present. He leaves
behind his wife and 2 children ages 14 and 11. Please
keep us in your prayers as we try to deal with this tragedy.
Hope to see everyone in October.
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- Re: Request for prayers -- Bob Mitchell LM301, Sat, Mar 25 2017, 19:50:52 PDT (ip68-109-31-28.ri.ri.cox.net/68.109.31.28)
- Re: Request for prayers -- Steve Gattis, Sat, Mar 25 2017, 22:24:44 PDT (h115.35.20.98.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/98.20.35.115)
- Re: Request for prayers -- Claude J. Hebert LM # 34, Sun, Mar 26 2017, 6:11:53 PDT (c-73-2-237-207.hsd1.la.comcast.net/73.2.237.207)
- Re: Request for prayers -- Gary Walters, Mon, Mar 27 2017, 9:27:36 PDT (96-19-248-224.cpe.cableone.net/96.19.248.224)
- Re: Request for prayers -- Gary Jones, LM-363, Sat, Apr 01 2017, 14:11:53 PDT (cpe-172-75-49-67.carolina.res.rr.com/172.75.49.67)
- prostate cancer -- John Risse, Thu, Mar 30 2017, 13:27:13 PDT (108-198-232-9.lightspeed.crchtx.sbcglobal.net/108.198.232.9)
Hey guys, thanks for your prayers, I completed my series of radiation therapy today, special thanks to Steve Gattis, for the encouragement along the way. Brothers make sure you get your PSA checked when you go into the doctor, its important to get this looked at whether your a Vietnam or Thailand getter Done. thanks again. John
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2017 Reunion Information -- Steve Gattis, Mon, Mar 27 2017, 17:45:58 PDT (h115.35.20.98.dynamic.ip.windstream.net/98.20.35.115)
Hello to all. The following information was also posted on the Facebook VSPA Group. It will be formally posted on the VSPA web site shortly. More reunion information will follow as soon as it is available. Steve
Vietnam Security Police Association
23rd Annual Reunion
San Antonio, Texas – October 4-8, 2017
Lackland Air Force Base (Joint Base San Antonio)
The VSPA reunion will be held at the MENGER Hotel, 204 Alamo Plaza, phone 1-800-345-9285. The contract room rate is $129 per night plus tax. The rate is good for three days before and three days after the reunion. Refrigerator in room based UPON REQUEST AND AVAILABILITY. ALL ROOMS ARE NON-SMOKING. A reduced rate for valet parking is available for $20 per day with in and out privileges. Parking in city lots is available in the area for $12 to $20 per day. Airport shuttle information will be sent in a follow-up flyer. Use the following link to see more information about this beautiful hotel where US presidents have stayed: http://www.mengerhotel.com/ The Alamo is next door to the hotel. The Riverwalk is a five minute walk to exceptional shopping and dining. Other shopping is also very convenient.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS: Call 1-800-345-9285, ask for Reservations and refer to our Group: Vietnam Security Police Association. Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 noon. The room rate is locked in for us, but there will be a deadline for reservations of September 3, 2017. After that date, rooms will be space available only and AT THE HOTEL’S PREVAILING RATE. Make your reservations early! If you encounter any difficulty with hotel reservations, reserve the room, obtain the confirmation number and contact the Reunion BRAT at 1-360-663-2521. Explain the problem and she will correct it for you. You can also use the following link for online reservations: https://reservations.mengerhotel.com/75799?groupID=1774328
Group Code: 1017VIETNAM
AIRPORT INFORMATION: Book your flight to “San Antonio International Airport” (AIRPORT CODE: SAT).
REUNION REGISTRATION: The registration fee has not been finalized due to pending contract negotiations that all hinge upon numerous Security Forces host elements and their Op Tempo for a base visit on Thursday OR Friday.
AGENDA (generally accurate, but is still subject to change due to base operational requirements):
• Reception dinner buffet, Wednesday evening, October 4th
• Thursday, October 5th: Base tour depending upon Lackland operations OR free day for shopping and local tours. Evening open.
• Friday, October 6th: Base tour depending upon Lackland operations OR free day for shopping and local tours. Evening open.
• VSPA Business Meeting, Saturday morning, October 7th (afternoon open)
. VSPA Sisterhood gathering of wives and companions, Saturday morning, October 7th (afternoon open)
• Banquet dinner with guest speaker, awards and raffle, Saturday evening, October 7th
• Memorial service – reading of the names, Sunday morning, October 8th
• Hospitality Suite stocked with snacks & beverages will be open as much as possible.
• VSPA BX Store will be open as much as possible.
If you have a question or need some more info about this reunion, please contact VSPA President Greg Cain gjcain@roadrunner.com or VSPA Sisterhood President Sheila Cain smgervase@yahoo.com or, call them at (716) 771-1157. We hope to see you in SAN ANTONIO for our 23rd Annual VSPA Reunion!
“We Take Care of Our Own!”
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- spouse recovery -- Gary Walters, Thu, Mar 30 2017, 9:28:22 PDT (96-19-248-224.cpe.cableone.net/96.19.248.224)
I am posting on recovery of my wife Mary-Anne. First let me thank each one for all the prayers cards & phone calls during her surgery and recovery this also includes the sisterhood.
She is doing well in recovery believe another month or so she we will be back 100%. She has had trouble with one place on incision that wont heal Dr. put couple stitches in appt. Apr 6th.
Thanks again
Gary
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- S P Museum @Lackland -- Everett Stowers, Mon, Mar 27 2017, 16:44:58 PDT (NoHost/74.127.90.112)
Hey guys question.Is S.P. museum @ Lakeland as set up now worth a 1500 mile round trip and the many $ that would take?
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- Vietnam Veterans Observance Day -- Mikey, Tue, Mar 28 2017, 22:53:42 PDT (c-76-114-46-161.hsd1.ca.comcast.net/76.114.46.161)
Tomorrow's the day! What better way to spend a Wednesday than visiting another Nam vet?
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