| The 400 plus names below are Amtrac Personnel who served in Vietnam. If you served with Amtracs in Vietnam (Corpsman, Radio Operator, Dog Handler etc.) and would like your name listed here please email me or sign my guestbook (preferably) with the necessary information. Thank you. |
Adair, Mike EMAIL Mike was with 1st Amtrac Bn.; "A" Co. 4th Plt. from February 66 - March 67. I was then at Del Mar until I got out in 1969. Mike writes and this makes this Marine and webmaster very happy, "I sent a reply to Phil Blazer who I found on this website. Your site is great!"
Adams, John H. (Sgt) EMAIL John was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 3rd Plt. 04/66-12/67. His tractor was 3B35 and his online nickname is Yat.
Adkins, Robert EMAIL Robert was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. E-1 Plt. during 1969
Ahlvers, Dale E. "Dirty Al" (1stSgt-Ret) EMAIL Dale writes, "In '64-'65 I was with A. Co. 1st Amtrac Bn. in Hawaii. In 65-66 I was in Viet Nam & landed at Chu Lai. In May '66 I went to Sch. Co. Sch. Bn. Camp Pendleton as an instructor. Some may know me as "Dinky Flo". Dec '68 I went to H&S Co. 1st Amtrac Bn, Viet Nam at Marble Mtn. I retired in 88 as 1st Sgt. A lot of work was put into this site. Semper Fi.
Ahner, Jim EMAIL Jim was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co.; 2nd Plt 1st Amtrac Bn, At Cua Viet from July 67 to Aug 68. Made lots of river crossings.
Ainsworth, Earl EMAIL Earl was platoon leader of 3d platoon Bravo Company 3d Amtracs from March to Sept. 69.
Allen, Jim (Sgt) EMAIL Jim was with both 1st and 3rd Amtrac Bn. July '66 to Aug.'67 Chu Lai, Hill 55.
Allen, Cle EMAIL I was with 1st ALVT's at the mouth of the Cua Viet River.
Allen, Thomas EMAIL Tom was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. repairman from 11/66-11/67
Alloway, Wes EMAIL Wes was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. during 1969
Alvarez, Juan G. Jr. (pancho) EMAIL Juan was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. from 8/68-8/69. "Dodge City."
America, Leonard EMAIL Served with the 1st Amtrac 3rd Marine Div. Arrived in Da Nang around Aprip 1967. Moved with battalion to Cua Viet, was in H&S as a truck driver, but was sent to a single platoon down outside of Hue on an island guarding a fuel depot for the Navy. Can't remember the name of the place or the names of any who served with me. There were only about 12 of us. If anybody can help, I would really appreciate it. Thanks Len
Anderson, Fred (Andy) (Cpl) EMAIL Andy was with 3rd Amtracs; from 2/68-4/69. Andy was in Motor Transport--Special Services and a short time before leaving country he managed the Enlisted Man's Club. Today Andy is Pastor Anderson
Anderson, John B. (Andy) EMAIL Andy was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S Co. and "B" Co. as a radio operator (2533) from 9/67-10/68. Would really like to hear from Maj. Steffansson, Top Pound & Top Brown and Doc Leasher and Sgt. Bohr... please reply
Angeli, Ed EMAIL I came across Jim Frawleys name on your website and his remembering Ron Childs being killed on May 5, 1968. I was with Ron that night we both went to the aid of gunny who was shot in the leg. I am in contact with John Popp and Larry Conley if anyone remembers them or me.
Anninos, Phil EMAIL Phil was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. 1st Plt. Phil wrote, "I arrived in Chu Lai April of 66 assigned to A Co. 1st Platoon rotated back to the states December 67 from DaNang. I got out Sept 69. Semper Fi to all my friends. CLICK HERE for Phil's Amtrac Pics
Arazosa, John EMAIL John was with : "A" Co.; 2plt.67-68-69 better known has azor,the man that had all the music in his footlocker & doobies.amgrunts after the nam,never saw or heard of our type of marines till NOW.FAR OUT.
Ashworth, Mike EMAIL Mike was with 1st Amtracs; "B" Co. 4th plt. 11/67-12/68.
Bacon, Roger EMAIL Roger was attached to 3rd Amtracs; B-24 from Jan 67-Jan68.
Baitt, Rudy EMAIL Rudy was with "A" CO. 1st. plt.fom SEPT. 65- Oct.66. at Chu Lai - Da Nang
Baker, Norman EMAIL Norman was attached to 3rd Amtracs; late 67 or early 68 as dog handler from 3rd MPBN 1st MARDIV RVN. Tracs were at Marble Mountain at that time.
Baker, Rodney R. EMAIL Rodney was with 3rd Amtracs; H&S Co Motor Tran from 4/3/69 til 1/28/70 when we came home as a unit.
Baldwin, Frank EMAIL Frank was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. 4th Plt. 3-A-42 from 1965-66 at Chu Lai.
Bane, John J. Jr. EMAIL John was with "The Adams Family" from Feb-67 to October-68.
Barber, Mike EMAIL Mike was at Marble Mountain and AnHoa 1969 with 4th plt. Mike writes, "what about the rats in An Hoa. also did some time at Liberty Bridge.
Bauer, Jon EMAIL Jon was a radio operator (2533) in 1st Tracs, A Co. (AmGrunts) at Cua Viet from Dec 67 til May 68 when i finished my 6 month extension in Nam. I've seen quite a few names here that I remember--Al Brown, David Brooks-Gene Miller to name a few. WELCOME HOME TO ALL MY BROTHERS. Semper Fi .
Beasley, Harold EMAIL I was a Navy Corpsman with 1st Amtracs, H & S Co. Cua Viet from October 1968 until we moved to Okinawa. Trying to find Marines or other corpsman that might remember me. Other corpsman that I was assigned with were Jim Williams, Mike Welch, Wayne Newburn and Dave Blundell. Drop a line if you remember me or any of them. We lost a good corpsman named Hugher Phelps in early 1969 north of the Cua Viet River in an ambush.
Bell, John Roger EMAIL Roger was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. 65-66 and on his second tour he was with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co. from 66-67.
Beman, Ron EMAIL Ron was with 3rd Amtracs and writes, "I was in Chu Lai from May 65 till Aug. 66. I spent much time with 3rd amtrac's working on the radios and being an operator. John Cook was my contact. Anyone heard from him. Last seen he was in New York.
Bevill, Glenn. EMAIL I was with 3rd Amtrac Bn from August 67 until Feb 68. I arrived in country I believe on August 13th, before the bn moved to Marble Mountain. I was on the (if memory serves me) second group to go out to the mountain from where we were, which I, being a FNG, never really knew where we were. In early Jan of 68 I went out to Hill 65 and was wounded on Feb 7. I spent the next 9 months in hospitals and then the rest of my time in West Palm Beach Fla on I & I Duty. I read on one of your links that asked if any one knew the names of the Marines killed in the Bn area during the May 5th sapper attack. Just wanted to let you know that my friend Ron Childs may have been one of then....SEMPER FI .
Bianchi, Nick. EMAIL Nick was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co.; 2nd Plt. from June 1966 to January 1968.
Binder, Ralph (RIP). EMAIL Ralph was with 1st Amtracs; "B" Co.; 4th Plt. from Nov 1967 to Nov. 1968.
Blackiston, Tom (Blackie). EMAIL Blackie was with Amtracs from1968-1969 maintenance hq plt, 3rd plt & 4th plt. at hill 190, hill 37...hill 65 and An Hoa.
Blagg, Thomas EMAIL Thomas asks, "Does anybody remember John Reeves (Amtracs 65-67) John Reeves was awarded a Silver Star for blowing up a landmine
Blakely, Chuck EMAIL Chuck was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; Maintenance Plt. from 8/67-9/68. Chuck is in touch with a few fellow tractor_rats from that era and says, "Would like to find W/O Willie Sutton who was Maintenance Officer at that time. Also anyone from Plt 3337 boot camp--Oct. 66 to Dec. 66 School Bn Track vehicle repair class 16-67 April 67."
Blazer, Phillip R. (S/Sgt-Ret) EMAIL Phillip was in Nam 3 times. He was a Career Marine from 1953 to 74. Phillip spent 20 years with Amtracs and would like to hear from anybody he served with.
Blocker, John. EMAIL John was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; 1st Plt. from April to August 1968. John writes, "My trac was 3B13We spent most of our time in the field with 3/27.I was hit by "friendly fire" from Sea Anchor's mortar team on 8/27. A Few hours later the 13 trac hit a mine killing S/Sgt Hoadley,Sgt Butler and L/cpl Brooks. Would like to hear from any 1st platoon members.
Boger, Ken EMAIL Ken served as a 2142 with A co 1st Amtracs, 3/66 - 3/67. Ken arrived in country at Chu Lai, moved to Danang around April 66. Spent Most of his tour with the 2nd and 4th platoons. Worked around Hill 55, Hill 10, The Horseshoe, Liberty Bridge, Gnoi Island, Cua Viet areas most often. If anyone out there knows me or thinks that they might remember me please contact via e-mail
Books, Jon EMAIL Jon was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. E-1 Plt. from February 1967 to March 1968. Jon writes, "served with the ROK Marines at 1-1 also stayed at 3-1, 2-1, and other fine establishments throughout I corps.
Booth, Chuck EMAIL Chuck was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co.; 4th Plt. from 66-67 at ChuLai, DaNang and Marble Mtn. Chuck remembers GySgt Addams, 1stSgt Arms and Cpl. Putnam. Chuck transferred to 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. Chuck spent 18 months in Portsmouth US Naval Hospital and is 100% disabled today. Would like to hear from anybody who remembers me from Vietnam and anybody with info on Operation Lafayette Feb-March 1967; looking for contact after action reports.
Bowan, Bill EMAIL Bill was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. 1968 and 69. Bill drove the medivac jeep for Corpsmen Rex Wanland and Gary Troupe and others I cant remember.
Boyer, Patrick M. (Sgt) EMAIL Patrick was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. Tractor2-4 @CAP charlie 3 67/68.
Bradley, Bill EMAIL Bill was with both 1st and 3rd Amtracs from 1969-70.
Brakebill, Tom (Cpl.) EMAIL I am looking for information on my dad.. Cpl. Tom Brakebill from Peoria, Illinois. Looking to hear from anybody who served with him in the 1st armored amphibious battalion in 66, 67. Thank you guys for everything you did for our country."
Brasher, O'Neil E. (butch) EMAIL Was with Amtracs at CuaViet from Nov. 68 - DaNang area Feb. 70. I'm looking for Freddie Salazar, Danny Foisey, Denny Maroni, Smitty, Stan Cothern; he was with the boats at cua-viet i rode the river with him a lot on his mic boat. I got hit at ocean-view on dec 10th 67..some of the guys might think i was killed but i made it and made it back to cua viet and stayed in country till feb of 1970.
Breeden, Bill EMAIL Bill was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. from 66-67. Chu Lai/Danang/An Hoa. Bill stated in the guestbook, "The pictures that Phil Anninos gave you look like some of the pictures I have in my scrap book." I guess Bill and Phil must know each other.
Britt, Jack EMAIL Jack was with 1st Amtracs at CuaViet from Aug. 68 - May69 and then at 3rd Amtracs "A" Co. 4th platoon at An Hoa from May to Sept 1969.
Britton, Jim EMAIL Jim was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 4th Plt. at Chu Lai from 5/66-6/67.
Brooks, David EMAIL David was with 1st Amtracs; at Cua Viet from 1967-68.
Broomall, Steve (Sgt) EMAIL Steve was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 3rd Plt. from Feb. 1968 - Oct. 69.
Brown, Al.. EMAIL Al was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co.; Comm. Unit. both at DaNang and CuaViet. Al left country in March, 1968 and he served with Mike Silverman, Rich Heag, Hank Ryla and Tom Solis, some of whom gave the ultimate sacrifice and never came home. Today Al Brown lives in Southern California and is a grandfather of 3 and loving it.
Brown Alan EMAIL Alan was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. 1st plt. from Apr 67 to May 68.
Brown, Bill EMAIL looking for a (then) Lieutenant Bickert who was detachment commander on a BLT out of Camp LeJune in 1972 and the last float of P5's.
Brown, Ernest (SSgt) EMAIL I was in the 4th Plt B Co 3rd Amtrac, Sgt-SSgt Sept 66- Oct 67. I am making plans of going to the Vietnam Reunion in Freehold , NY 26-28 Jul. We had 2 LVT E1 with us out at Fort Apachey 105 Artillery CP near Hill 55 Jun - Aug 6 Section Leader of E1 was Sgt Ron Lute. I was a LVT P5 Section leader. Ernie Brown Third Annual Reunion
Brown, Guy W. EMAIL Guy was with "A" Co. and "H&S" Co. from November 67-December 1968 at Cua Viet. Guy was a Radio Operator (2533) and would like to hear from anybody who was at CuaViet during the above dates.
Brown, Paul E. III EMAIL Paul was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. From April 66-September 67 at Chu Lai and then to DaNang; Hill 55. Paul says, "they had that great cook in the tankers mess hall. I rotated back to CONUS in May67. I remember gunny Addams'- 2ndPlt - 'The Addams Family' painted on the wood front for the 30cal.'s little fort we built on top of the gun cupola, dark green with dripping blood red lettering and ace of spades on the side of the tracs by the unit numbers and "sat cong" painted above the cards. WELCOME HOME BROTHERS-SEMPER FI love to here from anyone who might remember me or from Jack Comeau, 1st Sgt Arms or anyone else. I live in King of Prussia Pa. just outside of Philly. Let's change out an idler wheel or fix some of that Godawful busted track!
Brunette, Steve EMAIL "I was at marble mtn, hoi an and did river patrols .. does any one remember me; we cooked spam on a bilage grate .. was there from feb 68 till jun 68; was injured when I fell inside a fan well. I was a 2142 and worked on 3-b-27 3-b-28 and 3-b-29. I remember may of 68, seemes like yesterday and a arvn airplane crashing on the beach. I have pictures that match some faces I see on this page and will try to contact later; am too overwhelmed right now its so unreal to see this page, I was also at hoi an with the 2nd rok bgd.
Bruno, Bob EMAIL Bob was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. from the April splash at Cua Viet to Jan 25th, 68.
Buel, Norm (MGYSGT) ret. EMAIL Norm served with 3rd Amtracs from Feb 69 till they redployed to the states in Nov 69. Was a Sgt at the time, platoon sgt as HQ platoon, Co A. Served time at Hill 37 and Hill 55 as replacement crews and vehicles for downed vehicles and crew shortages. Also participated in operations at Go Noi Island. I retired as a MGYSGT shortly after returning from Desert Storm.
Bulman, Rick EMAIL Rick served with 3rd Amtracs "H&S" Co. and writes, "I have had chills running down my spine as I read these comments. I was there that night and in the amtrac right next to the one that was blown up at the COC. I have been wondering how to get in touch with others and a friend gave me a print out from your website. I can't remember names of those I served with, but this might help bring some of it back. I was a SGT and radio operator (2531). I led some of those village patrols and was on the reactionary squad. I was there in 3rd Tracs, H&S CO, Marble Mtn, from the time the base camp was set up until August of '68. I had forgotten what our previous location was. Does anyone remember our pet dog F... O..? I remember that our CO, who's name I couldn't remember was the coolest Col in the Marines. He knew every one of us by our first names. I'd love to hear from some of you. I can be reached on my cell at (253) 350-2494. Blessings to you all.
Burnett, Wayne EMAIL Wayne served with 3rd Amtracs "B" Co. (Comm Chief for "B" Co. during his second tour). Wayne was with "B" Co. from 10/67-12/69. For the last 23 years Wayne has lived in Alaska with his wife. Wayne has two daughters and "Grandfather Wayne" has 5 Grandchildren.
Bush, Karl EMAIL Karl was with 3rd Amtracs; May 69 to June 69. Karl had quite a bit to say when he gratiously signed my guestbook; I am certain he'd like to touch bases with any guys who remember him.
Byers, Ray EMAIL Ray writes, "I was a corpsman at Cua Viet in 1967. I went out on patrols with platoons from all of the companys. Would like to talk to other corpsmen or marines that remember me.
Cade, Paul (Sgt) EMAIL Paul served with 1st Armored Amphibian Co from June 67 until April 69. I was the crew chief on 12 - 12jr - 12III. Spent most of my 2 tours at the Cua Viet and OP Hawk (Hill 47) South of Danang. Lost my whole crew to WIA or KIA on March 1 68. Lt Thomas Gosch was KIA that day also. Semper Fi. .
Cailloutte, John EMAIL John 'Rambling Man' Cailloutte was with amtracs from 1967-68 as an RTO (2533). John asks, "Remember Jeff DeForce, Andy Anderson, Cpl Bibby who was killed going on patrol for me on my 19th birthaday (Feb 5,1968). I will never forget him! I feel he saved my life. Also will never forget s/sgt Yates. There are so many others I'd like to chat with if you remember me; I have lots of pictures.
Campbell, Pat EMAIL I served proudly with 3rd amtrac bn, 1rst Mar div "A" Co. 1rst pltn. I was on Hill 10, 27, 41 and 55 From 3-68 through 11-69. I was on several Ops including Oklahoma Hills. I remember that night "cinco de mayo" quite well. What an awakening to the REAL world at that time. Pat .
Cantiello, Tom EMAIL Tom served with 1st Amtracs from Feb 66 to Aug 67. Tom was at Chu Lai, Danang, Phu bai and Cua Viet. He served with Joe Wrenowski, Art Feliki, Charly Valentine--Comm and Dick Knoll (maint. man). If anyone knows where these men are today please notify me.
Carroll, David EMAIL David served with 3rd Amtracs "H&S" Co. from 1967-68. David was at Chu Ly, Danang and would like to hear from anybody that remembers him.
Carter, Greg D.(PFC) EMAIL Greg served with 1st Amtracs "H&S" Co.; Headquarters Platoon.
Carson (Kit) William EMAIL Bill served with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. at Chu Lai Vietnam from July, 1966 to Aug. 1967. Have lots of Pics. Would like to keep in touch Bill.
Casper, John D. (Cpl-Ret) EMAIL John served with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. John was wounded at Marble Mountain Sept7, 67. "SGT.Pinkston my platoon sgt was back at hill 327. If he was there, I never would have been wounded. SGT, Pinkston knew how to take care of his men. He was the best in combat."
Casper, Mike EMAIL Mike served with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. 1st Plt. 3rdMarDiv
Cersosimo, Dominic EMAIL Dominic served with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. 1st Plt. 1967
Chace, "Stub" Frank (Col-Ret.) EMAIL Col. Frank "Stub" Chace was the CO for 3rd Amtrac Battalion during my tour. His name is also mentioned on two other links:" SAPPER ATTACK REPULSED and at: IN THE WIRE.
Chambers, Jack C. EMAIL I served with BCo & H&S CO 3d Amtrac 1965 to 1968 .
Chapman, David EMAIL served in 1st AMTac Bn in 1962-1963 as a PFC in the S-3 office with Lt Duffy and GySgt Thole. Then Lt Smith taught me how to swim so that I could make LCpl. As I remember Lt Duffy loved his morning tomato juice. Later served as Adjutant for Col Chace and Col Molineaux at Camp Schwab.
Chase, Allen (GySgt). EMAIL Allen was with 1st Amtrac bn; 3d mar "H&S co e-1 plt from July 69 to Feb 70 when the bn came home.
Chedester, Tom EMAIL Tom was with 3rd Amtracs from 1965-August 1966.
Childs, John C. III EMAIL John was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co.; 2nd and 3rd Platoons.
Cinowalt, Dan EMAIL Dan served with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. from March 66-April 67. Dan Arrived in country at Chu Lai, moved to the Danang area around April or May 66. Worked as a 2142 and would like to hear from anyone I was with.
Ciullo, Vic EMAIL Arrived Viet Nam June 66 at Chulai. went to hill 55 namo bridge and hill 190. with "A" co. 3rd tracs. My trac was 3A23.
Clark, Wayne EMAIL Wayne was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 4th plt from 67 to 68. His crew chief was Arlie Felch--KIA around Danang in mid 67. If anyone knew Arlie please email me. Also if anybody knew Cpl Rilk--KIA email me. Cpl. Rilk stepped on land mine while he and our CO were trying to get us out of a mine field.
Clements, Thomas EMAIL Tom served with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; 4th Plt. from 1966-68. Tom writes, "This is very hard to do I thought I left Nam back in 1969.Well I was wrong its backin vivid color. Semper Fi T.C.
Collins, Richard E. EMAIL Richard was with 1st Amtracs; "B" Co. Hdqtr's Plt. from April,68-May,69
Collier, Robert L. (Cpl.) EMAIL Robert served with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. from Feb. 1968-May 1969. His step son Mickey is looking for anybody who may have served with him. You can email him at the address provided with this info.
Conn, Gale E. EMAIL Gale was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. from 68 up until the night I got hit. There were ten of us wounded and two killed, this happen on the 27th of Feb. 69.
Cox, Larry EMAIL Hellraiser on tracks between liberty bridge and an hoi in vietnam 1969.
Counts, Russ. EMAIL Russ was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co.; 2nd Plt. from 12/66 to 7/67. "I was at DaNang, Cua Viet just south of Dong Ha and Cua Viet River when hit."
Conely, Larry. EMAIL I served from November '67 until I was medivaced July '68. As Angeli noted above, I've been in touch with Ed Angeli, John Popp and Patrick Jones. I've also spent time with Bob (Butch) Lowrie who was wounded during the '68 Tet offensive.
Converse, Tim EMAIL Tim was a Radio Operator with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; 1st Plt. from March 67-Sept. 67 and then was with "H&S" Co. Returned to Nam 6 months later and was with 1/9 and wounded on "Dewey Canyon" in Feb. 1969. I'd like to hear from anybody who remembers me.
Cook, Richard. EMAIL Richard was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S Co. He writes, "I was a crew chief in H&S Company on May 4/5 and experienced the whole thing. I stumbled accross your web page by chance and could not believe that someone had written an account of this incident. Good for you."
Cook, Steve EMAIL Steve was with both 3rd and 1st Amtracs from 7/68-8/69. He writes, "Does anyone remember Ahn, from the gift shop/laundry on base in DaNang? I have some pictures of her and little Lee, who also worked in the shop. I'd sure upload what I've got if anyone is interested. I hung around with Wayne Brooks (Shortround, Ron Fergusson, Bill Bainey (Budha)."
Cooper, George EMAIL George was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co.; 4th plt. as a radio operator from Jan 67 to Dec 67. Was mostly on Hill 55 lead by Gunny W.E.Adams. Many memories still vivid. I wouldn't mind hearing from some of the the guys who served in that outfit.
Cooper, Terry EMAIL Terry was with 3rd Amtracs from Dec 66 to Jan 68. Interested in contacting fellow tractor rats who served at the same time .
Correll, Mike EMAIL I was trained to be a how 6 guy (1833?) but when I got out of schools I was the only one (out of about 30 students) with west pac orders. Sent me to 1st tracs H&S Co.Cua Viet, who didn't have how sixes. I never got to know many people as they just kind of moved me from job to job. Filling sand bags and going on patrols kept me busy the 1st few months. Then I did a variety of things, company driver, office pog, river patrols, prison chaser and later was area defense nco. Have many pictures and a diary that I would be glad to share. I built a bunker and shared it with a corpsman named Fields I believe, and I went thru boot camp and schools with Joe Fiala. About the only person I've been in contact with is Brent Wonnacott who lives in Salt Lake. I Really enjoyed your pictures and welcome home to all. Semper Fi ... Mike Correll
Cote, Armand EMAIL Armand was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. and "H&S" Co from 1969-70. I graduated as a 2142 in 68 and was top in class if anyone remembers me .
Cowles, James A.(Cpl) EMAIL James was with "H&S" Co. (Maint PLT) from Jan,67 till Feb,68. We were in ChuLi then moved up to the Danang area (Hill 310) and later we moved out to the Marble Mountain site out past the mag-16 area. I was 2161MOS (repair shop machinist) in the maintainance platoon
Cowles, Jon EMAIL Jon was with 3rd Amtracs "H&S" Co. (Maint PLT) which was also used as a Reactionary Plt. Jon remembers May5 well.
Craver, Byron EMAIL Byron was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; 3rd Plt. and was 2nd section leader 1969-70.
Crawford, Mike EMAIL Mike was with 3rd Amtracs; "Comm" Plt. from 12/66-1/68. Mike writes, "we were in ChuLai and moved to a hill near DaNang in early 67 and moved to Marble Mountain in the summer of 67.
Crenetz, Carl EMAIL Carl was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; 1st Plt. on B13 from 1968-1969. Nickname was Capt Crunch or jew.
Crimi, Anthony (Cpl) EMAIL Anthony was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; 4th Plt. from 1966-67 at ChuLai and DaNang.
Critz, Scott EMAIL I'm looking for the driver of the Amtrac that I was on when I was wounded. Happened on 8 October 1967. Driver had his left elbow blown off (I heard that they didn't have to remove the lower part of his arm). I'd just like to know his name and find out how he's doing.
Cuenca, Bennie J. EMAIL Bernie was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co.; Maint.Plt. from 22 Aug. 66 through Nov.68 "I've been able to make contact with other marines that I served with and four of us got together for Mardi Gras 2007. It was a 40th year reunion the last time we were together was at Chu Lai & Da Nang."
Culver, Joseph EMAIL Served with "A" Co. Maint Plt. from August 1967 to April 1969. Would like to hear from any one who served with me. Does any one remember Paul Gennaro?
Cummings, Huey EMAIL Huey was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co; E-1 Plt. Huey was in Chu-Lai Dec '66 to June '67 moved to Danang til Dec '67.
Dabkowski, Jerry (SKI) EMAIL Jerry was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. from June 68 to July 69. 2142. Spent most of my time at MY LOC, running ambushes, patrols, and ended up working G2 taking a boat ride up to Dong Ha and hitching to Quang Tri as a courier every day for my last two months. Boat was a 12 foot aluminium flat bottom with twin 50s and a crazy seabee driving for me. Actually ran right through a re-enforced NVA platoon crossing the river one night. I guess they didn't blow us away as not to be seen. Semper Fi, guys. SKI
Dahlkamp, Mike (CWO-4) EMAIL Mike was with 3rd Amtracs; 69-70 when the battalion rotated back to the World. Mike wrote in my guestbook, "Was with Bn Maint as a young 2142 mechanic. Was there when VC mortored compound and ambushed a VC patrol early '70. Your picture of guard tower at Marble Mountain brought back many memories; I spent 30 days in that damn place......great seeing a page of amtracers. I just recently retired from the Corps (30 years) as a CWO-4 and I still love to talk about the P5."
Dare, Bill EMAIL Bill was with 1st Amtracs; "B" Co.; 3rd and 4th Platoons. At Cua Viet 3/67-4/68
Dauzat, Ronald "Frenchie" EMAIL Frenchie was with 3rd AmTrac BN "B" Co. Arrived in Chu Lai in Jan. 67 with B Co. HQ plt. 3rd Trac moved to Da Nang in mid spring, moved to Marble Mountain with 1st plt. Left Feb. 15, 68.
Davidson, Fred EMAIL Fred served with 3rd Amtracs from 1966-67.
Davis, Edmond J. EMAIL Served with the 5th Amrtacks 5th Marine Corps Division 66-67 attached to 3rd Marines 2/3 3/3 was at the battle of Dai Do and other places like Marble Mountain, Chu Lai. I am now retired in Jax, NC and belong to IN-COUNTRY VIETNAM VETS of ONSLOW COUNTY NC.
Davis, Maxie S. EMAIL Max was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. 1st Plt. from January 69 to July 1970. Max was at Hill 10, Hill 41 and Hill 55.
Davy, Don A. ( MSgt-Ret) EMAIL "I served with 1st Armored Amtrac Co. 11th Mar,1st MarDiv. Brought the company over by LST from Camp Del Mar.Served with 1st Plt from 8/66 to 3/68 when I got MedEvaced. Served for 25 years and How6's are among my best memories.
Dawson, John EMAIL John was with "A" Co. 1St Tracs 1966. Chu Lai, DaNang, Nam O Bridge.
Dawson, Ralph (CWO4 Ret). EMAIL I was raised by a whole sack full of the Amtracers listed, Mike Dahlkamp was teaching history at MCRD San Diego,(Mike and I were later class mates at WOBC-82 as 2110's) Dirty Al was teaching us how to be 2142's, Pinky was making me toe the line at B Co 1st Tracs, Rich Tedeschi was my Bn Maint O at 2nd Tracs, and chased me down at 3rd Tracs to be the first to congrat me on picking up WO. THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES AND GUIDANCE "YAT YAS".
DeArza, Regis EMAIL Was with A co. 3rd Amtrac Bn. 1st Mar. Div. landed at Chu-lai in 1965. Who remembers the armored column ambush on the first day of operation Starlight? was with the rescue column that also got ambushed, bad day for amtracs. During my Marine Corps days had the great opportunity to serve as crewman on LVT-H6 way back in 62, LVT-P5 and LVT-E1 crewchief. Got an opportunity to visit Del Mar in 98, went down to the tractor park watched one of the new amtracs cross the turning basin and go into the car wash, brought back great memories. What a great vehicle.
DeBelllis, Joe EMAIL Joe was with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co. LVT Plt. from 1968-69 Joe was CrewChief on H-17.
Decker, Willis EMAIL Willis was with both 1st Amtracs and 3rd Amtracs while in Vietnam.
Delaney, Mike EMAIL Mike was with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co. Comm Plt. from 1966-67. Mike was at DaNang and up to CuaViet. WELCOME HOME TO ALL MY BROTHERS!!!
DeLong, Richard D. EMAIL Richard Served with 2nd Amtrac Bn in 1972 as a radio repairman and was a L/cpl at the time. Received orders to Nam in Oct. 72 and was in Nam till the mess ended. Looking for a friend named Mike Atkins from Dubuque, Iowa. Anyone know him or anyone else with 2nd Bn in 72?.
Delp, James J.J. (Cpl) EMAIL James was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. from 66 to 67 at Hill 55. Was a Crew Chief C47.
Deschamp, Don EMAIL Don was Tractor rat in "H&S" Company and 2nd Platoon, "B" Company, 3rd Amphibian Tractor Battalion, 1965 to Fall 1967.
Diamond, David EMAIL David was HM2 with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. from early 1966- Sept. 67 on an extended tour. David was at Chu Lai and Danang.
Diamond, Stanley EMAIL Stanley was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. from May 1967- Feb. 68. Stanley was medivaced during TET68.
Dixon, Ben (Cpl) EMAIL Ben was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. as a radio operator (2531) from October 68 until they left country. Ben went to 26th Marines at Hai Van pass and was there until med-evaced out due to a jeep wreck in March, 70.
Donahue, Tom Jr. (Sgt) EMAIL Tom was with 1st Amtracs in 1965 and 66 and was around Marble Mountain.
Donegan, Jim (SSgt) EMAIL Jim was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co.; Battalion S-4 from late March 67 to mid April 68. At ChuLai, DaNang and Marble Mtn. Jim writes, "Remember being overrun around Christmas 67 and we got support from a Puff gun ship. What a light show. I was one of the guys who bartered (borrowed) two 6xs full of lumber from the Seebee base to build those clubs. It cost us a box of combat boots, war souvenirs and the chevrons off my collar at the time. Looking to hear from Gunny McFadden, Cpl Jenkins our armorer and Telzrow from S-1.
Dostal, Paul EMAIL Paul was with 3rd AmTrac BN "H&S" Co. Comm Plt(2841) Aug 68-Jan 69.Then B Co Float w/26th Marines. Great photos. Can remember the faces not all the names. 1st Lt Hribar was Plt Cmdr. Thanks for the memories. Semper Fi to all of you fellow warriors and for serving your country.
Dougherty, Roy EMAIL Roy was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 4th plt. from May 67-Aug 68. He writes, "I arrived in country (RVN), in May of '67 was attached to B Co 4th Plt. 3rd Amtrac Bn. First at Chu Lai, then Na Nang (2/1), Moving to Marble Mt. while Sea Bees built a base camp. The Plt. then was attached to BLT 3/1 and that's where I stayed until I rotated in August of '68, I was an 1833 Amtrac Crewman on Tractor 3B 45. Drop a note if anyone remembers.Roy.
Ebert, Dave "Doc" EMAIL Dave served with 3rd tracs May 69-70, H&S A, B , Co's. Am life member of VVOA #317 in KC, MO
Eekhof, Larry (Cpl) EMAIL Larry was with 3rd Amtracs; from December 66 at DaNang, then moved to Cua Viet with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co. LVTs. He was wounded in the summer of 1967 while under a rocket attack and was medevaced out. Larry is looking to reconnect with anyone from 1st Amtracs, in particular Nean or Aviles.
Elfving, Doug EMAIL Doug also was a radio operator (2531) with "B" Co. 3rd tracs. "I have a couple of pictures that i can send you if you would like also. I'm looking for Pappy Ammerman, Clarence Bagwell (from Bowling Green, Kentucky), Andy Anderson (Lake Oswego, Oregon) or Gunny Agrees. I'm in touch with Lt. Steve Day who was my platoon cmdr. out at An Hua/Phu Loc 6."
Epperson, Sam Sr. (SgtMaj-Ret) EMAIL Sam served with 1st Amtracs; 1965~1966 (Okinawa/RVN), 5th Tracs (Amgrunts w/ 1/26 & 2/26)1968~1969 (RVN). Keep the faith and stay the course, and check your damn hull plugs. Semper Fi. YAT-YAS
Fairless, Robert EMAIL Robert was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co.; E-1s; 1966-68."
Falotico, James EMAIL James was with "A" Co. 1St Tracs 1966. Chu Lai, DaNang, Nam O Bridge.
Farley, Michael EMAIL Mike was with 1st Amtracs "B" Co.; 1st Plt. 3B12 from March 1969 to Febuary 1970.
Farmer Ray F, Jr. EMAIL Ray was with 1st Amtracs "A" Co.; 1st Plt. from March 1965 to 1966 at ChuLai and Danang.
Farrell, Paul EMAIL Paul was with 3rd amtracs; "A" Co; 4th plt on trac # 3A44 at Hill 55 and also Chu Lai 1966-67. My comment is that the 3rd Tracs up north did the job better than any unit could do. But we all forget about the other trac units @ Hill 55; An Hoa Liberty Road and Bridge . Us southern trac units had our times also. do not forget about us!
Farrell, Tim EMAIL Tim was with 3rd amtracs; "A" Co; from Jan.1967-Jan68. Tim served with Phil Anninos and is currently trying to compile a history of that time in Vietnam. Tim is also looking for anybody who knew Russ Page.
Felmlee, Chuck EMAIL Chuck Served with a H-6 (How-6) platoon near DaNang from 1965 to 1966. Crew members included Foster, Ed Kennedy, and "Ski" Happy to hear from anyone during that era. Chuck wrote to me that Hill 327 is where he "believed" his base camp was located but if his memory is like mine (suffering over the years) Chuck is remembering the best he can. "What else can we do but try out best to remember?"
Fisher, Paul EMAIL Paul was with 3rd Amtracs at CuaViet from 1/68-12/69. I then went to DaNang til 9/69 and would really love to hear from other tractor rats from my plt.
Fischer, Mike EMAIL Mike was a 2841 radio repairman/operator with B Co. 1st Tracs from 12/68 (at C-4)till they started packin em up to leave in 69. I was then with H&S in the Cadre company holdin the fort at Cua Viet til I was transferred to 3/12. Lookin for a few guys like "Stanley", Herman, Robles, "Jew", Sgt. Perry. PR, Sam & Tiny fronm 4th Plt. And any body else who wants to hook up. Welcome Home!
Fitzgibbons, Fitzy EMAIL Fitzy writes: I was a How sixer 1st Arm. Amph. Co. 2nd plt. 2nd sec. all over Nam 55, 47,10,Hoi-An,Cua-Viet,C-4,A-2. We went out on ops with everyone like to hear from my Bros., Hinkle, Pat,Zerk,Drisc,Roach,Foster, Demont dead Bros. Farewell King D!!!
Foley, Joel (Sgt.) EMAIL This web site has brought back events that I had completly errased from memory. I arrived in Danang in Dec66 as a 2161 assigned to 1st Amtracs. While still at Danang I 'volunteered' to be Enlisted Club Mgr. I served beer to all of you guys for over a year and can't remember a single name. I do recall that we got hit really hard the first night that we arrived at Cua Viet! I think it was all mortars just to welcome us all. I remember showers from a wing tank and some talk of a chaplain that wouldn't come out of the hole after a rocket/artillary attack. I recall the night Sgt Kistler's patrol got hit by long rounds and he was killed. I am sorry to say that I didn't even know the camp was named for him until this past year. I left the Corps as SSgt in Aug68 after almost 11 years, and 1st Amtracs is among the best I ever served with. Semper Fi!
Foster, Chris (GySgt) EMAIL Chris served with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co.; and "H&S" Co. (0351/1833) from 1965-69 having done three tours. January 1969 Chris' tractor hit a 500 lb. command detonated mine. Chris was hospitalized until July 1972. Chris receives 100% disability so I can only imagine how much damage was caused because like most Marines, he didn't mention the severity of his wounds when he wrote to me. He did write though, "SEMPER FI, Chris"!
Frank, Robert E. EMAIL Frank served with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Col; 4th Plt. at An Hoa. "Lets Stop FiGHTING Knox, Edwards, Brown."
Franklin, Herb EMAIL Herb Served with 3rd Amtracs; 1st plt. 09/66-01/67 ChuLia area and would like to hear from other tread heads.
Frapier, Vic EMAIL Vic served with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co.-Maint. Vic writes, " Re: In the wire 4may68. It was the echo 1 patrol that first encountered the enemy force, which breached our battalion. We were ambushed at approx 2000 hrs, and bailed out by our react force. Myself and Carl Oscar Pearson [that I know of], were evacuated by covoy to the NSA facility that evening for medical care. Carl was my point man,and died of his wounds on May 8th. I was discharged because of my injuries.I returned to Vietnam in Nov 1974, and visited the ambush and base camp area. Cement slab where the mess tent was, and the road going into camp, was all that remained. Semper Fi."
Frawley, Jim (Msgt-Ret.) EMAIL Jim was a Welder with 3rd Amtracs "H&S" Co. 1/67-9/68 and recals the events of May 5, 1968 in my guestbook. He also said, "One of the people killed that night was Ron Childs, a trac mechanic from St. Louis. God Bless all those who gave the ultimate sacrifice that night and any other time."
Frazier, Joe EMAIL Served (nov68-nov69) with the 3rd at Marble mt., hill 10. Then with the 5th tracs on a float with 26 marines(I think).
Freeland, Peter EMAIL Peter served with 1st Amtracs; 6/69-7/70. Was at CuaViet & Okinawa. Worked in Hdqs.Co. Battalion Supply and today lives in Brooklyn,NY. Peter works for the NYC Transit.
Freiberg, Jeff (SSGT-RET) EMAIL Jeff served with 3rd Amtracs. "I was with THE ADDAMS FAMILY from Mar67-Aug67 3A-47."
French, David (L/Cpl) EMAIL David served with 3rd Amtracs; 4th plt from 6/67-8/68. Like most of us, Fred is looking for old buddies from 3rd tracs.
Frerichs, Roger (Fritz) EMAIL Fritz served with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. from Nov. 67-early 70 ... " when the entire Bn. came home via LST's. Spent April '68-Jan'70 in 1st Plt. on Hills 10, 41 and 55. Med-evacked to USN Hospital on Guam mid-69 for a couple months to get sewed up. I remember Cpl. Tony Eversull well, he was one of A Co's radio techs, KIA when the LVT he was on hit a mine. Also remember Ralph Lydon from PA and Mark Madsen, both 1833's KIA. Went to Hong Kong for R&R w/Madsen. Anyone remember a Dobbinski from WI, Cpl Newbery from MI, "Pappy" (radio man) from FL? Or a Cpl Walt Taylor from Miss., '68-'69? Taylor was quiet, unassuming, & my first crew chief on 3-A-110 on Hill 10. He always wanted to be a cop like his Dad so when he got out he became one in his hometown and was killed in the line of duty....still unsolved.
Furlong, Tim EMAIL I see a number of names here that I remember. Clements, Tommy Slagle, Wayne Burnett. Slagle and I arrived and left 3rd Amtracs together (May 67 - Jun 68). Wayne and I were in B Co Comm together. We were with 4th Plt when we were assigned to the ROK Marines. During the first week with the ROK's much of the platoon was wounded. Gunny Pennybaker was the platoon sergeant...a true PROFESSIONAL MARINE...he had 28 years in the Corps. Last I saw of the Gunny, he had orders for Embassy Duty! I was on 3-B-46 with Stan Gill on 1-17-68 and I was wounded when the gooks hit us while we were in the river hauling a company of ROK's. 1 ROK was killed and 2 ROK's and I were wounded during the firefight. Our C/O, LTC SHUFORD and his driver "Frenchy" Gaudette arrived on scene while we were waiting for medevac. (the remainder of Tim's comment can be seen in guestbook-Dec 16, 2003)
Gaddis, Douglas K. EMAIL Douglas served with 3rd Amtracs from 12/66 - 08/67; medevaced out and home.
Galligan, Pat S. EMAIL Pat served with 3rd Amtracs and rotated back to the states in April 68. "Stub was Bn XO and I was the Bn S-3 at the time."
Galloway, Gene. EMAIL "I was with A Co 5th Tracs in 1969 as a radio operator. Was on Bold Mariner I & II plus Eager Pursuit I & II."
Gambill, Chuck ("Chief") EMAIL 1st Amtracs; 3rd Marines Alpha Co 1966-1968. Landed in Da Nang in Dec 66 as part of an amtrac battallion. Some time in March of 67 we left Da Nang and our Amtracs and went up to our base camp along the South China Sea and the Dong Ha River. We would make 25-30 day treks north of the Dong Ha River towards the DMZ looking for enemy strong holds or NVA storage or supplies on September 6 we were ambushed just inland from the South China Sea and recieved heavy casualties. Anyone that was there during that time or knows of these events please contact me. This is the first time since the war that I have tried to contact anyone as these memories are still very painful. Also I would like to hear from anyone that served under Lt. Jenkins that was wounded the same day as I I have several home movies of Camp Kistler if someone would like to see them. Email me and I will send you the links. I also have still photos. I was in 1st Amtracs 3rd Marines Alpha Co. and the pics are of Camp Kistler May or June of 1967 .
Garner, John C. (Sgt) EMAIL John served with 1st Amtracs; "H&s" Co. Comm-Elec Plt. from 9/66-10/67. John writes, "Looking for others who where there at the same time like "Motor T" guys Sgts. Friend and Kidd. "Comm Plt" guys such as S/Sgt.Yates, Sgt Gene Altland, Sgt. Greenleaf, Cpl. Bill Denby, Willie Exum, and any other persons who can tell me what happened after I left when the unit was over run. Oh yes, I can't forget Moon Mullens (Sgt). Sgt Smith (Smitty) wounded and med-evaced around Aug or Sept 67.
Garnet, Dave D. EMAIL Dave served with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. from 11/67-10/69. Like most of us, Dave is looking for old buddies from 3rd tracs. His tractor had Tigers on the side and his call sign was "CoolCats." Dave retired from the USMC in 1989 after 22 years.
Gerdeman, Joe EMAIL Joe was with 3rd Amtracs, "H&S Co. from 1968-69. Joe writes, "Want info on anyone or from anyone who was with 3rd Tracs and was on foot patrol Nov. 68 when Kurt Hussmann was KIA and I and two other Marines were wounded (booby trap)." Joe was wonded on foot patrol in November, 1968.
Gesumaria, Phil EMAIL Hoping to hear from anybody that served with H&S Co. 1st Tracs 3rd MarDiv CauViet 67-68. Some knew me as Jesse. I would especially like to hear from Mike Correl. Semper Fi
Goldstein, Bob EMAIL Bob served with 1st Amtracs as a 2531 up in Cua Viet.
Gomez, David EMAIL David served with "H&S" Co.; 1st Amtracs from Feb to May 69 then was with 3rd Amtracs, "B" Co. David did all his time on "B-47" May and June 69 was on operation "Pipe Stone Cyn" then worked with the ROKMC until unit returned to Hawaii in march 70.
Gonzalez, John R. (Sgt.) EMAIL John was at Cua Viet, Nov.`67-Dec.`68, with Amtracs, maint.platoon "the south china sea bordered our camp along the cua viet river.hope to hear from anyone who was there with the rest of us. Semper Fi."
Gorman, Leonard (Sgt) EMAIL Leonard writes, "Great page, I never thought I would ever find anyone from 3rd tracs, found 3 guys I remembered. I was at Hill 357 and at Marble Mt., there during the Tet overrun and on the reactionary squad during that time. In H&S Co., worked in S-2. Ran several patrols around the perimeter, the ville and the mountains
Graf, Mike EMAIL Mike served with 1st Amtracs; "B" Co. 2/4 Float Bn. from 1967-68.
Greenspan, Douglas J.(last name changed to Vaughn) EMAIL Doug served with 1st Amtracs; "B" Co. from Sept 67 to Oct 68. I recently published a novel which covers two generations. In the second half one of the main characters does 2 tours in Vietnam. One with 1st Amtracs. It can be orcered throuh Amazon or Barnes & Nobles websites by putting in the title "From the Heights" and my name Douglas J. Vaughn. I would love to hear from everybody.
Guenther, Dan EMAIL Dan served with 3rd Amtracs from July, 1968 to February, 1970, both in HQ Company and Alpha Company. As Platoon Leader for First Platoon, Alpha Company, supported 3/7 at Hill 10 on Operation Oklahoma Hills; 1/1 and 3/1 off of Hill 55 on Operation Pipestone Canyon (Go Noi Island); and the Fifth Marines down at An Hoa and Liberty Bridge. After Vietnam served with 2rd Amtracs at Courthouse Bay before leaving active duty.
Haiser, Keith (the field marshall) EMAIL Keith was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. blt 1/5 Feb-Jun 66; transfered to "B" Co. at Chu Lai, then on to Da Nang, for a 6 month extention where I found 2 land mines in 3 months; stateside to lvtpx12 project. y.a.t.y.a.s=you aint tracs you aint shit. semper fi devil dogs!
Hale, Bruce EMAIL Bruce was with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co.; Radar Plt. from December 1967 to April 68. Spent most of my time up at C-4.
Hale, Terry (Coco-Nut) EMAIL Terry (Coco-Nut) served with 1st Amtracs; 68-69. He also served with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. in 1969.
Hall, Lester R. EMAIL Lester was with 3rd Amtracs; "C" Co.; 4th Plt at An Hoi 1967 to 1970. Made lots of river crossings.
Hann, Carl (L/Cpl) EMAIL Carl was with "H&S" Co. 3nd Amtrac Bn 1stMarDiv at Marble Mtn.
Hannon, Jim EMAIL Jim served with 3rd Amtracs "B" Co. 4th plt. at Chu Lai 9/66 to spring/67. Then he transfered to 1st Amtracs at Da Nang and later CuaViet.
Harms, John E. (Col.-Ret.) EMAIL Col. Harms was the Commanding Officer (last one) of the 1st Armored Amphibian Company, 11th Marines, 1st Marine Division. We had LVTH6A1 gun systems at Ho An with the Korean Marines (six guns) along with my organic Fire Direction Center. Took command from Maj.Ray Berling on 15 May 1968 and relieved/cadred (More info about Col Harms can be found in guestbook entry on homepage.)
Haroldson, Harlan (Sgt.) EMAIL Harlan was with 3rd Amtracs "A" Co. from 1966-67. Harlan wrote in my guestbook, "looking for info on 3rd Amtracs "A" Co. from 1966-67."
Harris, H.B. (Cpl) EMAIL HB Harris was with 1st Amtracs; from 65 to 66. His Co. moved around from Da Nang to Phu bai and spent some time on Thun An island at the mouth of the Perfume river. HB hasn't had any contact with anybody since he left and would be glad to answer any calls.
Hart, Michael EMAIL Michael served with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co; P-5 Plt. from 1968-69. I remember Aug23-26 like it was yesterday; I was on Bunker 1 by the main gate. Like to know when the next Amtrac Reunion is and would like to hear from any amtracers.
Hartford, Joe EMAIL Joe was 3rd Amtracs "A" Co. from October 66 - November 67. Joe writes, "I was a radio operator. And the platoon I was with were with 2nd Batt 5th Marines at An Hoa from about Dec 66 until I left the country. I would like to hear from anyone who was with me.
Harty, Don (Cpl) EMAIL Don was with 3rd Amtracs; "HQ" Co. from 12/66 to 10/67. He was at ChuLai and DaNang as a welder and electrician in Engineer section w/ Gunny Gallion and Sgt Diprita (SP??) Don returned home Friday the 13th of October, 1967.
Harwood, Gerry EMAIL Gerry served with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. 1966.
Hatch, Chuck EMAIL Had a plt. in B Company and was assigned to ROK Marines mosting around Hoi An. 1968.
Hatch, R.D.)(SSgt) EMAIL Rusty joined 1st Armored Amphibian Company in Cal. in summer '66 and served with them in the Fire Direction Center at Da Nang,Marble Mountain, and with the ROKMC(2nd ROK Marine Brigade) at Hoi An. I left country June'68 and would like to hear from anyone I served with during that time. Jack Ralph,Jim Gringich,Sgt.Wilson,Ken Larsen and any others. Got out in '69 as SSGT. Simper Fi. /span>
Hawkins, David EMAIL David served with 1st Amtracs; "B" Co. Hq plt. at Cua Viet from July 68-July 69 and I've got lots of pictures and if I ever get a scanner I will send photos to whoever wants em.
Hayes Jack (Sgt). EMAIL Jack served with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. from 1966-69
Haynes, Bernard D.(Cpl) EMAIL Bernard served in Dong Ha unit FLSG B 2142. As a repairman, Bernard was sent to 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co. which at the time was at the mouth of the Cua Viet River. Bernard served in Nam from 9/67-10/68 and would like to know if there's anybody out there who knew Cpl. Wayne Ward--KIA on the Cua Viet River on 1/68? Bernard lives in Buffalo, NY today.
Headon, Lyle G. EMAIL Lyle was crechief of 210 amtrac Jan 65-Dec66
Heath, Conrad EMAIL Conrad was with 1st Amtracs from 1966-67.
Heidekrueger, Robert EMAIL I served with the 1st Marines 3rd Amtrac\'s from aug.66 till sept.67 had Barry Isom and Walt Stewart as my crewmen Was in Chu Lai from aug.66 till may 67, then went up to Da Nang and hill 65 till my rotation home in sept.67.
Herron, Dave (SgtMaj) EMAIL Dave was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 4th Plt. from 1966-67. Retired after 26 years. It would be great to hear from anybody who served with me. Semper Fi Marines.
Hollar, Lonnie EMAIL Lonnie served with 5th Amtracs; "A" Co. at the mouth of the Cua Viet river in late 66 and 67.
Holmes, David EMAIL I was in 3rdAMTracs located near Marble Mtn but left in Feb68. I'd heard the base had been overrun but never spoke w/anyone later that had been there at the time. I think when I left the CO of my company was a Lt VanJanke
Hoodenpyle, Chuck (Cpl) EMAIL Chuck spent almost 2 years with 1st alvts. Would like to here from you, I was with maint. platoon but spent most time with platoons in bush.
Hukill, William T. EMAIL William was with 3 Amtracs; "H&S" Co.; and was wounded on Feb 19, 1968 while on patrol.
Houser, Randal EMAIL Randal was with: A co. 2nd plt. from Feb. 67 to Mar.68. Better known as koolaid kid.
Hopkins, Charles EMAIL Charles served with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co.; 4th plt. from 1967-68.
Horn, Tom EMAIL Tom was with 1st ALVTH-6's from Aug '66 to Nov '67. I was 1plt's radio op.
Hummel, James EMAIL James served with 1st Amtracs "B" Co. 1st plt. from 8/65-9/66. James was on B-13 "Gone With The Wind" was painted on the drivers side and "Rolling Death" on the crewchiefs side.
Humphries, Fred EMAIL Fred served with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co. at Cua Viet.
Humphrey, Michael EMAIL Michael served with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. 1st Plt. 05/07/65-06/16/66 Chu lai, Da Nang.
Hunter, W.R. EMAIL JR served with both 3rd Amtracs and prior to that he was with 5th Amtracs "A" Co. 1st Plt. 26th Marines.
Hurd, Martin K EMAIL Martin was with 3rd Amtracs
Hutchinson, Michael, Sr. EMAIL Michael was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 1st Plt. on 3b11 as a crewman and crewchief on 3b16 from 1966-67.
Isom, Barry C. EMAIL Barry served with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co 1-3 from Jan. 67 to March '68. I would like to hear from anyone who was on Hill 10 in Jan. or Feb. '68. We were supporting Bravo 1-7.
Jacquith, Jake EMAIL Served with 1st Armored 1968 until they were Cadred 1970 First Co was Col PJ Saxton (ret) Last one wasCol J E Harms (ret) Made the whole tour for How6es Cau Viet to Hoi An many ops in between and of course Hill 47 This page is great brings back many memories most of them good Semper Fi Jake .
Jenkins, Craig EMAIL Craig was in 1st Plt Bravo Co, 3rd Tracs Okinawa 65,Chu Lai in 66. 5th Tracs at Delmar in 67 until Feb. 68 when I went back to Vietnam with Lima Co. 3rd Bat. 27th Marines.
Jensen, Harley "Chopper" EMAIL Harley was with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co. LVT Plt. at Cua Viet from Jan. 1968 to Feb 1969. "I'd love to hear from anybody from my old platoon if you're out there.
Jessamy, Charlie EMAIL Charlie was an RTO (2533) with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. from June 1968-69 .
Johnson, Art EMAIL 1st Tracs 'AMGRUNTS' March 67 to Jan 68. B. Co. B1B24 Camp Kistler and the Cua Viet. Served all along the DMZ to include Ghio Linh and Dong HA as well as Con Thien. Served with Terry Pitts. He is on the wall.33E 21. Semper Fi. Anyone knowing Winston Self call or E Mail me. I know Rick from his Forum.
Johnson, Ed (Sgt.) EMAIL Ed was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. from September 1968- March 70 .Ed is looking for Guy Knak and Glen Kirkpatrick.
Johnson, Jim EMAIL Jim was with 3rd Amtracs at Marble Mtn from 1967-68. "I came over with 1stplt. 5th Amtracs and would be interested in hearing from anyone in the platoon."
Johnson, John EMAIL John would be happy to hear from any amtracers.
Johnson, RD EMAIL RD Johnson was with 1st Tracs; "B" Co.; 4th Plt. in Aug 1966-Sept 1967 at Hill 55, Marble Mtn, Cau Viet and a float on the Qgden during Dechouse operations. JD would like to here from anybody who he served with.
Johnson, Rick EMAIL Rick served with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. from March 66 to March 1967. Rick says, "Was at Namo Bridge in May-'66, South towards DaNang 'bout 1/2 way--don't recall the Grunt unit--till Aug. '66. Then down by HoiAn with 1/1. I crew chiefed 1A12 the majority of the time. I'd like hearing from Tractor Rats I served with
Joy, Jack, E. (GySgt) EMAIL Jack wrote in my guestbook: "Served with Amtracs in Vietnam in 65-66 and 69-70." I am waiting to hear and see if he sends any more additional info.
Jones, Chris EMAIL Chris served with 1st Amtracs "B" Co. 1st Plt. from 1967-69 Cua Viet, Sand City, Ocean View and Coco Island and I'm putting my name out here in the hopes that I'm reunited with some of my old Vietnam buddies or maybe some new ones.
Jones, Don EMAIL Don served with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. from 1969-70 as a 2142. Don wrote, "I was at Marble Mtn. (glorified Barrel Burner) and was attached to the ROKS on Barrier Island. When the tracs pulled out, I strung a lot of wire on Generals Mtn DaNang then rotated back to Okinawa. Anyone who thinks they know me send me a note."
Jones, Gary EMAIL Gary served with 1st Amtracs; "H&S" Co.; Maint. Plt. from April 1967- May 68 as a 2142. Gary was also served as Defense NCO for "H&S Co.; '67."
Jones, Patrick EMAIL Patrick was with 3rd Amtrac Bn Feb '68 thru Mar '69 -- 1st few months H&S Co. at Marble Mountain (I was on guard duty in the tower the night of May 5th), thought mostly as maintenance chief (2142) with 3rd Pltn (Friendly Cats), Bravo Co. with the ROKs near Hoi An.
Jones, Phillip EMAIL Phillip Jones paid the ULTIMATE SACRIFICE while serving in Vietnam with amtracs. His brother, Ron writes: My older brother, Phillip Jones was an amtrac driver during the same time you served in Viet Nam. I was wondering if you or anyone else remembered him. He was KIA in January 1969 while serving as a 2ndLT.
Jones, Robert EMAIL Robert served with A co 1st Amtrac Bn 3rd marines 1965-66 on tractor alpha 15 with road runner on side.
Karpinski, Leo EMAIL Leo served with 3rd 8" Howitzers; Hue-Phu Bai, Hill 55. Jan. 69 to Feb 69. Looking for Mike M.J. Johnson, Alpha, 3rd tracks, 68-69, and former first Lt. Ronald E. Crane 0100149. Semper Fi.
Kawtoski, Stan (E-4) EMAIL Stan was with 3rd Amtracs "A" Co.; 4th Plt. (Radio repair/Operator) from September 1965 to January 1966 at ChuLai. I rode in the tractor with Cpl. Green. I was a radio repairman for the platoon. I then was transferred to "A" company 1st amtracs up the beach. We left a month later for Danang.
Keegan, John (Maj. Ret) EMAIL John was with 3rd Amtracs from 1968-1969 as S-3, Xo, CO & S-4. "Proud to have served with you all Marines."
Kehres, Dennis EMAIL Dennis served with 3rd Amtracs from 1967-1968.
Kelly, J.R. EMAIL J.R. was with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. 2nd Plt. from 66 to 67.
Kelly, Rick L. EMAIL Rick served with 3rd Amtracs 10/67-12/68. H&S COC Hello to all. May 5th 68.
Kennedy, Tim EMAIL Tim was with 2nd Amtracs and 3rd Amtracs; 1964-1968. Chu Lai 65/66. "I found a lost buddy, Buck Stout, 3rd Plt. A Co. 3rd tracs Chu Lai ,another old "rattle box"driver.
Kilgallon, Ford EMAIL Looking for anyone who served with me in 1969 with 1st amtrac H & S co 3rd Marines in cua viet or outpost C-4 and oceanview .
Kimble, Al (Sgt). EMAIL Al was with 1st Amtracs; 3rd Plt. from Oct. 67 to July 69. "I'm searching for: terry burns Mike Burke Trammel Rushing Jonhnie Chandler Dwanye Copland Dalles Brother Kale .
Kleppen, Dennis (MGySgt-Ret) EMAIL Dennis served with 1st Tracs from 1/67 through 6/69 and and 3rd Tracs from 12/69 through 6/70. Served with many great Marines as a mech, crewman, battalion scout, CAP unit member. Still an amrtacer at heart I'm working on the P7's that go on our MPF ships. Once one always one. Met Mike Dahlkamp when he was a boot to Nam and I was his first squad leader in country.
Kleparski, Eugene ("Gene or SKI") EMAIL Gene served with 3rd Amtracs from 1968-69. Gene writes, "my trac had a rebel flag on the cewcheifs side and the name rebel. We had a Lt. Metcalf in charge.
King, Edward E. EMAIL Edward was with 3rd Amtracs; "H&S" Co. LVT-E1s May 1969 through Feb. 1970. "I heard many tales about May 1968 and also the day an E1 blew up with 3000 lbs of C4 and 7 Marines aboard
King, Kevin EMAIL Kevin was with 3rd Amtracs; "B" Co. 3rd & 4th Plts from 67-1970. Kevin and I served together and IS one of my BEST friends!
Koller, Joseph R. (Sgt.) EMAIL Joe was with 3rd tracs in 69 and left in Oct.
Kopycienski, Richard EMAIL Richard was with 1st Amtracs; 1966 - crew chief of B-47. Pie and Vargas were my drivers. Prior to Vietnam Richard was crew chief of A-02 during the Dominican Crisis. "If anyone remembers me,drop me a line."
Koval, Michael EMAIL Mike served with 3rd Amtracs; "A" Co. in the first part of 69.
Krachie, Joseph EMAIL Joe was with "A" Co.; 3rd Plt. from 1967-1968. He served with Hank Ryla, Dennis Prather, Bob Bashaw, Jim Alles and Mike Pierce.
Kunkel, Roland EMAIL Roland was with 1st Amtracs at the mouth of the Cua Viet River. 09/66-10/67.
Landis, Jim EMAIL Jim was with 1st Amtracs; "A" Co. from 67-69 and Jim wrote in my guestbook: Looking for anyone who served with Alpha Co 1st Amtracs '67-'69 era with pictures of their Tracs and crews at Cua Viet or out on OPs. We were Grunts an awful lot so any Pic's will do.
Lane, John (Capt.-Ret) EMAIL John was with 3rd Amtracs., "E-1 Plt" when we mounted out for Nam in early '66. 1st Mar. Div. grabbed up lots of 2nd Lts from Amtracs in '66 and sent us to the grunts. Finished my 1st. tour with 1-7. Spent lots of time 2d Bn.Courthouse Bay,CLNC as a 2141 in early 60s. .
Larivire, Don EMAIL Dan served with HOW-6 platoon 65 -66 as a radio operator.
Lariviera, John EMAIL John served 1st Amtracs at Cua Viet in 1969 as a Radio Repairman (2841).
Lattone, Joe EMAIL Joe served 1st Amtracs from September 1967 - October 1968.
Lavello, Richard (SgtMaj) EMAIL Dick was with 3rd Amtracs "A" Co. 65-66.
Law, Don EMAIL Don was with 1st Amtracs from 01/09/67-09/68. Don was a Comm. Tech n