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I am 71 years old. I served as a Forward Observer with the Marine Corps in Vietnam from December 1966 thru February 1968. I have been married to Bonnie for 52 years. I have three daughters, and 9 Grandchildren I love to death. I live in Royal Palm Beach, Florida. I am a retired Ocean Export Supervisor with Union Transport. I have collected coins for over 20 years. Grateful to have survived Vietnam
Military Experiences
Dec 1966 - Feb 1968
Forward Observer
Served as the 81 Mortar Forward Observer, attached to Echo Company. Also did combat operations with the other three rifle companies in the Battalion as well (Fox, Golf, and Hotel). Our Combat Base was at An Hoa, 25 miles southwest of DaNang. Our hotspots were the Que Son Valley, Tam Ky, Antenna Valley, the Arizona Territory, Dodge City, and Charlie Ridge. In January 1968, our Battalion moved to Phi Bai. At first we thought we were going to Khe Sanh, but the 26th Marines ended up going instead. On January 31, 1968, the TET Offensive erupted across South Vietnam. At the time I was short. Only 20 days left in my tour of duty. On 2 February 1968, I was detached from Echo Company, and reattached to Hotel Company and went into the Battle of Hue City.whete I received my third Purple Heart.
Military Credentials
Professional Development Schools
Individual & Special Skill Schools
Jul 1969 - Aug 1969
Nuclear, Biological, & Chemical Warfare School
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