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This is the Week! Reunion Reception this Thursday!

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1/12th 2010 Battalion Reunion in St. Louis

Where's the hotel? What do I wear? What's for Chow? What do I bring? What's the itinerary? All these questions and more are answered on our Information Page!

CLICK HERE FOR REUNION INFORMATION

Final Attendance list- - - CLICK HERE

NEWS - RECENT EVENTS

POW Bracelet Not Forgotten for Red Warrior Cordine McMurray

Periodically our Website Guestbook recieves an emotional and special entry. Recently one was addressed to former POW Cordine McMurray. We thought it worth quoting.

Dear Cordine McMurray

You don’t know me but since the late 1960s I’ve known about you. I purchased a POW/MIA bracelet at that time and for many, many years I wore that silver bracelet and thought about you.I wondered how you were doing; what had happened to you; if you were married or had children etc. My questions were endless.

Cordine

I wore your bracelet for years although I’m not sure when I removed it and placed it carefully in my jewelry box. Although it obviously was not expensive, to me it was priceless. For a while my college age daughter wore the bracelet as well.
I am amazed at the world of technology today. Recently, while talking with a dear friend and reminiscing about the Vietnam War we talked about the bracelet. My friend told me I could probably find out some information about you from the internet. Boy was he right. Within a few minutes I found the bracelet site and from there was able to find you and your story.
What can I possibly say that you probably haven’t heard before? Please know that I'm glad my prayers were answered and that you are home. I am sorry for all you have endured and hope that the recent years have brought a sense of peace and good health to you and your family. I would love to hear from you but if not that it okay too. If you would like to have the bracelet please let me know where I can mail it.

With all my best wishes

Sherry

MILITARY BALL for 1/12th Afghan Vets. Vietnam Era Vets attend as special guests.

The battalion of Red Warrior Afghan vets held a Military Ball recently in which 3 Vietnam Vets were welcomed as guests. Dennis Witt, Whitney Echols and Ed Northrop and wives) were introduced as special guests, asked to stand and then the whole room (800 people) gave a standing ovation. Very moving. During dinner, they showed videos of their year in Afghanistan (both pictures and videos).

Just before dinner, They did some Army 'traditions'. One was a series of formal toasts - one to the casualties, one to the President, one to the ladies, etc. Just before the toasts, they made a batch of army 'grog'. They did this by having a series of officers and NCO's each come up to the front of the room one at a time. Each gave a brief, enthusiastic and sometimes humorous description of one of the war's that the 1/12th was involved in since it was first formed (in the 1790's

Nam Vets

L-R: Dennis Witt and wife Kathy, Whitney Echols, Joan and Ed Northrop attended the Military Ball as guests of the 1/12th Red Warriors

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The Command Sgt Major does his thing with the special made Grog

Northrop

The current Command Sgt Major finds time to chat with Viet Nam Vet, Ed Rothrop

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The Military Ball where everyone was dressed to the hilt. The event looked back on the battalions time in Afghanistan and to remember their fallen comrades

4th battalion, 42 Artillery Association Newsletter and Reunion Notice Sept. 23-26

The 4/42nd, elements of which were assigned to 1/12th, have a wonderful newsletter and information on their upcoming Reunion Sept. 23-26 at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. READ HERE in PDF format.

Battle Reports Available on the "Shop the PX" link.

Roger Hill, 1/12th Battalion historian, has compiled several battle reports detailing the battles that the Red Warriors were involved in. Available via the PX page, These reports utilize actual After Action Battle Reports, Radio Logs, maps, photos and eye witnesses to tell the story of these fierce battles. Go to the PX page to learn details.

New Photo Collections added to Archives

Several Red Warriors Photos have been added to our Photo Archive page...check it out and add comments to the pictures and help identify those in them.

DVD Provides Visual History of 1/12th Red Warrior Years in Vietnam

From the moment the battalion stepped ashore, to the time they left, follow this 20 minute DVD using photographs from the men of the battalion.The Missions, POWs, and Medal of Honor recipients are all included in this visual history. Concludes with the somber list of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. The "Do You Remember" DVD is $15. Visit "Shop the PX" for details on how to order.

To View a 5 minute sample, click the Play button to the right.

New Grave Marker Medallion Available Through VA
The Department of Veterans Affairs is offering bronze medallions to attach to existing, privately purchased headstones or markers, signifying a deceased's status as a veteran. "For veterans not buried in a national or state veterans cemetery, or those without a government grave marker, VA is pleased to offer this option that highlights their service and sacrifices for our country," said Secretary Shinseki. The new item can be furnished instead of a traditional government headstone or marker for veterans whose death occurred on or after Nov. 1, 1990, and whose grave in a private cemetery is marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker. Click here for more MORE INFORMATION

NEWS - STORIES OF INTEREST-RED WARRIORS

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	"Advance Party " Red Warriors who have passed-on since their Vietnam tour. Gone but not forgotten.
	5 Costliest Red Warriors Battles.
	41 Years Ago... NVA On the Move- A Rough Spring for Red Warriors.
	For 40 Years Willy Wondered Who Saved Him on June 27th, 1969 - then he hears about Bill.
	Combat Radio Traffic - C Company April 24, 1969 HEAR THE FIGHT UNFOLD ON THE RECORDING
	The Lighter Side. Grunts Tell Stories That Bring a Smile - You can contribute!
	Did You Know... Camp Enari was named in honor of a Red Warrior from Alpha Company.
	Life Magazine Somber's Nation 41 yrs ago - Faces of KIA - 8 Red Warriors are shown.
	High Schooler Produces Video - Tribute to Sgt. Robert Protto VIDEO
	Roger Hill's Military Lantern Collection Displayed at National Convention.
	REUNION - Bravo Company - Sept 17-19, 2010 in Myrtle Beach, S.C.
	REUNION - 4/42 Field Artillery - Sept 23-26 Ft. Sill, Oklahoma
NEWS - STORIES OF INTEREST
	Free Military Handguides - for Active/Retired U.S. Military Personnel - Check it out1
	Wisconsin Red Warrior Interviewed on TV - Jim Daniels C Company 1969 - Part of LZ Lambeau 2010 event
	The Last Huey Retires from the military arsenal...an era passes by for many vets.
	Vietnam Memorial seeks pictures of every fallen soldier. They need your help!
	Found Recently by Chaplain - Warrior Writes Poem After November 1966 Battle.
	Book Wins Award - Frank Evans writes about his Vietnam Experience. Stand To... A Journey into Manhood.
	Army Emergency Relief - Helps those in financial need.
	VA Covers Agent Orange Presumptive Conditions You may be entitled to benefits and not even know it ...check it out
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Afghanistan news now moved to History Page and this LINK

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