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CommentsON THE WALL : MAY 8, 1966 2nd Lt Gilbert Bryon Bush, Laramie, WY On May 8, 1966 Lt. Bush FO of A Battery 2/17th FA was killed in action by small arms fire, while performing in the role of a 1/9th Cav platoon leader after the regular platoon leader was incapicated.
CommentsA poem worth reading... FORGOTTEN FIGHTER "In World War II" he whispered, "I was wounded by a blast." As he began his story, Reminiscing of his past. "I was just a boy back then, I lied about my age. To get into the army And fight for the USA I love this country very much, It's still the very best. And I would fight, to keep it free, And, safe from foreign pest. We won that war, and I came home, My wounds had healed enough, To re-enlist, with other men. The army made us tough. Then a little flare up, In Korea called us out. A threat against our freedom, Spreading fear without a doubt. There I caught a bullet, When I tried to save a friend. Another wound, for Uncle Sam, They sent me home to mend." "Soldier, have you had enough?" My sergeant said to me. "Or, do you want another tour, If ever there's to be. We would train and fight again, If ever it need be, Because we loved America, We'll fight to keep it free." "It didn't take too long. Before my boys were off again. We were shipped off to a war, We thought would never end. I didn't understand it much, If it was wrong or right. But I was a US soldier, And my country said "Go Fight" I never questioned orders, That were sent from up above. I did it for America, The country, that I love. I fought to keep my country safe, Again, in Vietnam. Then, wounded I came home again, A victim of napalm. My fighting days were over now, And, I had given all. But, some had given more than me, Their names are on a wall. I am now, well up in years, A soldier old and worn. I could only sit and pray, As, I watched Desert Storm. So proud of our boys over there, Who stand for what is right. Freedom is the battle cry, The reason why they fight. Young soldiers fight for liberty, Protecting freedom's bliss. Old soldiers dream of bygone days, While fighting loneliness. We were heroes in our day," He said, and then he sighed. "Forgotten in some V. A. home, And all my friends, have died. I never ask for anything, Just wanted to live free. But, if you write this story, There are many just like me. Who fought to keep our country , Safe and free from every foe. Only to come home again, And have no place to go. Sadly, when the limelight fails, Heroes fade away. Some men fight the silent battles, Till their dying day. Please remember what it took, And what we have to pay And join with us remembering On this Memorial Day. Memorial Day is Special, It is not just summer's start. The reason that we have this day, Should be etched on your heart. Lives were lost, and young men died, To keep this country free. So take a moment on that day, To meditate with me. Remember all those valiant men, And women who fought for, The lifestyle that you now enjoy, Because they went to war. Author Unknown ¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ø¤º°`°º¤ø,¸¸,ø¤º°`°º¤ Everyone speaks of what an influence the Internet can have. Here is a challenge for its strength...... I would like to see a moment dedicated this May 28th. From 12:00 to 12:05 PM EST. True dedication - True silence.... No phone, shut off your cell phone and pager.... Turn off the TV or radio. If you're chatting online at that time, let your cyber buddies know you are dedicating that moment, and won't they please join you? Gather with your family and friends nearby and perhaps say a prayer. But most importantly remember those men and women who have served YOUR country. Many have died for YOU and even more have had their lives forever changed. Pass this poem and note to everyone you know. We have a month to make this happen.
CommentsHello, has landed accidental on your home page, that participates very great. It would please me if my home page also-sometimes visits you. Greetings of the Ostsee (germany, Christa, URL: http:www.christanoeske.4xt.de
CommentsThanks for signing my guest book Mike and your kind comments, Cannon Cocker's stick together. All the best Mack.
CommentsI was the company clerk for C Battery 2/17th Fa in Ban Me Thout, Vietnam during the time period of April 1970 thru March 1971. I have been to two of the reunions so far and have enjoyed them thoroughly. I am looking forward to Fort Sill in June. It was really amazing to see former members of my unit after 30 years. We had all changed in our appearance, maybe some in personalities, but after a few minutes of reuniting with each other it was as if we had never been separated. Just an awesome thing! Also to meet people who had been there before us was so "cool". Some of the nicest people you could ever meet and there was an instant bond with them also. Only those of us who have been there could understand the bonds of a wartime relationship. I only wish that this could have happened sooner. However, God has a plan for all of us and this was just a part of his plan. Now we are coming together again. I will see you at Fort Sill.
CommentsI was the company clerk for C Battery 2/17th Fa in Ban Me Thout, Vietnam during the time period of April 1970 thru March 1971. I have been to two of the reunions so far and have enjoyed them thoroughly. I am looking forward to Fort Sill in June. It was really amazing to see former members of my unit after 30 years. We had all changed in our appearance, maybe some in personalities, but after a few minutes of reuniting with each other it was as if we had never been separated. Just an awesome thing! Also to meet people who had been there before us was so "cool". Some of the nicest people you could ever meet and there was an instant bond with them also. Only those of us who have been there could understand the bonds of a wartime relationship. I only wish that this could have happened sooner. However, God has a plan for all of us and this was just a part of his plan. Now we are coming together again. I will see you at Fort Sill. Please come to Fort Sill if you can. There are still many of us out there and if you have a buddy tell him and tell him to tell his buddies. The internet has been wonderful in finding lost friends. Sometimes we need to be reminded of a name to look for and it really helps to pass this along to your friends that you were with over there and they can in turn pass on to others that we may not be able to locate.
CommentsServed in 2/17 in Korea at Camp Pelham Korea 1985-86 A Btry Good Sight Lots to see
Comments"God is on the side wof the army with the best artillery." Awesome site guys! Had the honor of using artillery to save my team in F Co., 51 LRP (Abn.) Infantry many a times in 1967 - 1968 in Vietnam. We are pleased to announce that the new edition of I SERVED is now available for order. "I SERVED is Oliver Twist, Romeo and Juliet, and All Quiet On The Western Front, all rolled into one. An extraordinary literary achievement." --Jim Morris, author of War Story "I SERVED is a first-person account of the lonely childhood and manhood rites of passage of a Catholic orphanage schoolboy and plankholder in Company F, 51st Long Range Patrol (Airborne) Infantry. From separation from most of his siblings, to life in an orphanage in Virginia, to the dank jungles of Viet Nam, and finally to homecoming and marriage to his childhood sweetheart, Don Hall tells his story. I SERVED takes us on a journey we cannot stop once the first page is turned." --CSM Jeff Mellinger Learn more about I SERVED on www.I-Served.com. You'll also find information about our documentary, "Silent Victory: the Story of Co. F, 51st Long Range Patrol (Airborne) Infantry." Title: I SERVED © 2001 Don C. Hall and Annette R. Hall Authors: Don C. Hall and Annette R. Hall Page Count: 390 pages Size: 6"x9" softbound Category: non-fiction ISBN: 1-55212-489-4 Price: $27.00 (U.S.) WHERE TO ORDER I SERVED: Online: www.trafford.com/robots/00-0154.html Email: sales@trafford.com Toll free: 1-888-232-4444 (U.S. & Canada only) Phone: 250-383-6864 Fax: 250-383-6804 Once our Books in Print listing shows up in their databases, you will be able to order I SERVED from: Barnes & Noble Borders Books Chapters (Canada) Other online booksellers Your local bookstore I SERVED is not being offered through Amazon.com. We hope you enjoy reading I SERVED. Sincerely, Don and Annette Hall
CommentsMaybe I'll buy a dozen!! I was with Chalie Battery 2/17th Artillery from Feb 68 thru Oct 69 . I won't be able to attend reunion this year but I'll be thinking of you guy's. Enjoyed last years reunion in D.C. and going to "The Wall" was emotional. Untill last year I've kept Vietnam in the back of my mind but now it seems I think of the 17th Artillery everyday (which is good) I'll be thinking of guy's over the Memorial Day Weekend. Display a Flag this weekend for the guy's of the 17th Artillery who didn't make it back. Paul Raymond C 2/17th Arty Feb 68 - Oct 69
CommentsI left FORT SILL in 1965 with the 17th bound for nam I was assit gunner B btry my chief was SGT carl dukes I would like to get some of the guys to come to the reunion.
CommentsMemorial Day Remembrance 17th Artillery Regiment Korea and Vietnam: Killed in Action DATE January 30, 1968 LTC Robert E. Whitbeck BN CO Feburary 1,1966 PFC Hiram D. Strickland B Btry April 3. 1968 PVT Larry W. Barnett C Btry SSG Felipe D. Camarillo C Btry SP4 Robert L. Caswell C Btry SP4 Gilbert De La Pena C Btry SP4Fred R. Glover C Btry PFC Ralph C. McCowan C Btry SP4 Danny J.Richardson C Btry CPL Edgar L. Simmons C Btry PFC Thomas P. Visker C Btry PFC Elbert B. Walker C Btry 1LT John T. Wilkerson C Btry May 8, 1966 2LT Gilbert B. Bush A Btry June 15, 1952 PFC Donald B. Perrin C Btry PFC Mike M. Garza C Btry PFC Richard F. Dodmead C Btry June 15.1966 PFC Billy R. Foster C Btry June 15, 1969 SGT Francis Madden Hdq Btry SP5 Donald L. Brightman Hdq Btry SGT Valerino D. Contreras Hdq Btry June 17, 1967 1LT James P. Schueller B Btry July 21, 1969 SGT Richard J. Parnell Hdq Btry August 13, 1967 SP4 Joseph W. Cruz D btry August 23, 1968 PFC Clifford A. Draper B Btry August 25, 1968 CPL Stephen A. Jordan` B Btry September 3, 1967 PFC Jimmy G. Mayfield October 19. 1970 SGT David E. Bryant October 21,1951 CPT Paul F. Blew C Btry November 2, 1969 SP4 Nickolaus C. Zozula C Btry November 18, 1952 PFC Allen R. Dale C Btry November 30, 1950 PFC Floyd Thompson December 1, 1969 CPT George B. Colgan Hdq Btry SSG Robert R. Brown C Btry December 4, 1970 CSM Andrew Machristie Hdq Btry WO Peter C. Behrens Hdq Btry Please contact me with corrections or additions
CommentsHello Troopers, While searching the web, I came upon a site that led me to this one. I was really excited. I contacted Richard Jones and we had phone conversation today. I served in Vietnam Jan 68 - Jan 69. I was with A battery, 2nd, 17th artillery. It was, and always will be brave soldiers. This morning 05/29/01, is the first I had talked to anyone from the unit in Vietnam. I am very grateful to those responsible for getting this site together. I have been battling cancer for the past four years, and have had several operations and treatments. I plan on attending the reunion this year. My wife and my fifteen year old son will accompany me. My wife an children are so wonderful, as they have had to deal with so much medical problems of mine. I would like to hear from any of you guys. Always know that Almighty God loves us all.
CommentsWhile surfing the web over memorial day weekend, I came upon a page that contained the address of Richard Jones. I contacted him yesterday, and today we had a good conversation by phone. THANKS TO ALL INVOLVED IN THE BUILDING OF THIS SITE. I served in Vietnam from Jan 68 thru Jan 69. I was assigned to A battery, 2nd, 17th Artillery in An Khe. If you didn't get mail, supplies, or maybe even promoted on time, it could have been my fault. Just kidding.... Today was the first time I had talked to anyone since I came back from Vietnam in 1969, that was actually there while I was. I live in Murfreesboro, Tennessee with my wonderful wife, and four children. Our youngest is fifteen. My family has been so great, especially as I have had so many illnesses. I have been in a battle with cancer now for four years. I would like to hear from you guys, so get on the computer or phone. My wife and I, and my fiteen year old son plan on attending the reunion this year. Hope to see YOU there. My prayers are with all, those who did not return, and those that did.I pray for your families as well. Always know that Almighty God loves us all. He is so good. God bless all of you.....
CommentsI was with the 2/17 in Vietnam, from March 69 to Feb. 70. I was with B/BTRY on LZ Schueler for about 10 months. We were then moved to a FSB outside of Da Lat. I was also at Ft. Benning, Ga. before going to Vietnam. |
