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CommentsWelcome 2005. 2004 Guest Book entries have been moved to the Log books. Enjoy your visit and have a safe and prosperous 2005. Bill
CommentsHappy New Year to all my friends, with the 135th and also to all the others who have taken interest in this site. May the year 2005 bring you all of the happiness that you deserve. Also lets not forget are boys over there in Iraq, they need our prayers. Thank you once again Bill and Steve for this great site that we are all proud of. John piper
CommentsHappy New Year! Made my room reservations for the reunion. Hope to see a lot of old friends in May. Bill and Steve thanks for all you do!
Comments"Soldier Boy" in the Chevy.....If you see this message, PLEASE get in touch with me or with T.L. at the very least.
CommentsHappy new year to all!!! Guys, as we get on with another year of our lives (who would have thought back then that we would be above ground in the 21st century), please remember our mates who are now in the same fix we were in back then! They need our help now like we needed our country's help back then. Many are coming home in tough shape! If you can spare a few bucks, please visit our web site, homesforourtroops.org and help us out. We are building NEW HOMES for our severely injured, returning veterans of the war on terror. WE MUST support these people who are giving much in our name. Hate the war, but support our troops! God bless us all, our band of brothers!!!
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CommentsI found your website by accident, as it was located at the bottom of an e-mail entitled, "flyingisms" that a friend sent to me (the same friend that I mention later in my comments). I have to say I have thoroughly enjoyed the last hour and a half perusing your site. I was career (9&1/2 yrs on arrival) when I arrived in country and I viewed the tour as one more day towards twenty. When I came home I put VN behind me. When I retired in 1979 I put the Army behind me and proceeded to get on with my life. In 1992 a very good friend that I had not seen or heard from since 1969 bought me a membership in the VHPA and I attended my first reunion in 1993. That was probably the most emotional three days of my life (other than the death of my son in 1968 just prior to my leaving for VN) I have attended many reunions (VHPA & 101st) since and now have an entirely different view of my tour and my 20 yrs. Thank you for your website and your service.
CommentsI'm Ed Schunemann CWO Jim Schunemann's brother. Over the years my family and I have come to know a lot of Jim's friends from the 135th. My dad most of all. I'm sad to say that my dad, SGTMAJ Gustave E. Schunemann (Ranger Retired) 80 passed away on Oct. 18, 2004. He would always talk to me about the great web site you guys put together. It was one of the main reason he learned to use a computer in his late 70's. I just wanted to pass along the news of his passing to those of you who have spoken with him. Thanks again.
CommentsAnother hero fell last week in Iraq! Marine Sgt. Andrew K Farrar, age thirty-one was killed in action on his birthday. Andrew is survived by his Mom and Dad, Wife Milissa, Son Tyler, age 6 and Son Liam, age two. He was on his second tour and was due to return home in a couple weeks. He was electrocuted while searching a building during an assault. Please, if you can, say a prayer for Andrew and his family! A memorial fund to assist his family has been established in his home town of Weymouth Massachusetts. If you would care to help his family during their hour of need, donations may be sent as follows: Andrew K. Farrar, Jr. memorial fund, South Shore Bank, 1530 Main Street, South Weymouth, Ma. 02190. I never met my hometown hero but I have been sending him packages and letters since September and feel his loss deeply! I remember those long past years when we came home and no one gave a damn about us. We CAN NOT let these young heroes go forgotten as we were. Dave Curtin, Homes for Our Troops Solicitor. homesforourtroops.org
CommentsComing to the reunion? Lost track of an old friend from the 135th AHC? Give me his name and a state and I will try and find him. Been running a Commercial Collection Agency since 1984. Pretty good at finding people. Be glad to try for you! You can e-mail me at rsccollect[at]aol.com Looking forward to seeing you at Biloxi in May.
CommentsI think this is an outstanding web site. Keep up the good work.
CommentsI was infused from the 191st AHC at Bearcat to the 135 at Blackhorse. Captain Hugh Durham was the Platoon Leader. I was the first EMU 27 and prior to that was Boomerang 27. Served a second tour from Aug. 1971 to Aug. 1972 as a fixed wing pilot flying U-21's for ASA. in the 224th right back at Bearcat.
CommentsHello Emus just thought I would drop in and tell you it was a pleasure working with all of you on numerous occasions. I flew Outlaw 21 and hope to see many of you at the 2005 VHPA reunion in San Francisco. Jay Klein Outlaw 21 "Bear"
Commentsi can not remember . i was at siagon , had big hanger also had playboy club there. i thought it was the 135th aslt heli co. please help sp/6 clarence w. norman stormin norman drhuey222[at]aol.com
CommentsI was a door-gunner with the 135th AHC Gun Platoon. I was with the guns for about six months, leaving country in November of 1969. My crew chiefs that I remember flying with where Ron Pauly, John Dewitt and Eddie Pagel. One of my good friends also a door-gunner Bob Gates was a lot of fun to serve with. All these guys and more whom I can't remember their names, where great guys and taught me a lot about my responsibilities. Thank you guys for a great website and maybe now I can communicate with some of these old friends.
Commentsgreat website-great photos!!!
CommentsGuys; Check this out and be sure to turn your volume up. Our heroes in Iraq, the address IS case sensitive so be sure to use capital letters as shown in address! www.clermontyellow.accountsupport.com/flash/UntilThen.swf
Commentsfound your site by accident but enjoyed it much just dropped a line since I also was at dong tam
CommentsI was a friend of Richard Herrington. He was shot down on 5-19-70. I had visited him at Bearcat on the 15th and 16th of May. We spent the day taking some pictures and the night drinking Australian beer. Those are the last memories I have of him.
CommentsGreat Web Site by the way. I ran into a old neighbor, and former EMU. Clarence Olesko. I found his picture and your web site by accident. Clarence is a private plane instructor in San Jose California.
CommentsHi, I was in the 135th in Fort Hood Texas to Vung Tau to Blackhorse for 3 weeks. Then to the 191st at Bear Cat 67-68. I'm in the 1st PLT. Picture. STEPHEN ROCCABELLO 57 Vernon St., Warren, RI 02885 401 245 6933
CommentsWANTED: Historian is seeking to purchase Aviation unit yearbooks printed in Viet Nam. Willing to pay $100.00 for original 135th AHC yearbooks.
CommentsJust about the neatest web page that I've seen. I was at Bear Cat when the Bn was to move to Dong Tam. We had an Engineer type Maj assigned who was to go to Dong Tam and start the buildings to house the Bn units. He was evacuated to the states with some rare malady and guess who was chosen to go south. I was flown their with an initial crew of 25 and dumped off at the airstrip. I eventually had a crew of over 100 and we completed all the buildings except for the hangers and mess halls. I didn't get to enjoy the lovely resort area because I received orders to go to Lai Khe and take command of the 173rd Robinhoods. During my stay at Dong Tam I think we got mortared every night. Usually with very little damage but right after I left; a large rocket hit the operations building of one of the companies and there were many casualties including the CO.. Probably too long for your website but delete it. Bill Griffin
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CommentsMy brother, Larry Gay Pool, was killed in Vietnam with the 135th Assault Helicopter Company on 22 July 1969. That was less than a year after I returned home from there after a little over 12 months (Aug 67 - Sep 68) as a Marine infantryman. My brother is listed on the memorial page as: SP4 Larry Gay Pool CE UH-1H 67-17375 I just today learned of this website and am now becoming familiar with it. LAWRENCE D. POOL GySgt USMC (Retired)
CommentsMy twin brother David Maraden served with the 135th in 1970-71. We were together at Dong Tam and thought that some of you may remember him. I have a photo of him in my website under 335AHC.
CommentsHELP! We are trying to locate the families of the men who gave their lives while serving with the 135thAHC. We would like to invite them to the Memorial Service. We cannot seem to find anything about Richard Fred Cavanaugh KIA 2/8/68. If you have any information about Richard Fred Cavanaugh call me toll free at 1-800-453-1127.
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CommentsI'm old and can't remember names, but feel free to contact me.
Commentshavey micheal reynolds young boys that he was killed 04/04/71 I'm trying to talk my mother into coming to your reunion, if anyone had known my uncle please send me an e-mail, we would love to talk to you about him. thanks and hope to see you all at the reunion.
Commentshello my brothers from down under. it good to hear from you. it has been a long time. we may be from two different countries but we are still brothers. we put our lives on the line for our country. and i like this web site very much keep up the good work. your brother. i am in jacksonville, fla.
Commentsmy brothers I had a chance of meeting some of your pilots at Can Tho airfield refueling I had some pictures of your uh-1c also some crew chiefs also but I don't no what happen to them when I saw the site it brought back a lot of memories when some of my buddies look at them they wanted to keep them I said hell no. now that I know the unit I'll send you some of them ok my brothers.
CommentsLess than three weeks to the reunion. Can you feel the excitement? There are no "new guys" at a reunion There is still time to sign up. Fred & Tom have done a great job! You don't want to miss this Reunion. When you come bring your pictures. I don't know about you guys but my waist is thicker and my hair is thinner. See you in Biloxi
CommentsGreat site, enjoy it,
CommentsHi every one. SHORT 14 and a wakey. See you there in down town Biloxi Mississippi. Dave Down Under
CommentsMy Father Bernadino Genchi (Dino) was KIA 7/22/69. I would love to speak to anyone who could tell me about my dad. I would also like to contact a Mike Conley. He did a wonderful thing for my mother and I would like to thank him. My father was with the 135th. I have already seen the incident reports, any information would be great. Thanks
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CommentsJane Fonda had the right of freedom of speech. We have the right to BOYCOTT her movies. Let's do it!!!!! Boycott "Monster-in-law"! Send this to all your email friends. Thanks.
CommentsWonderful site. A tribute to a unit which was a highly successful and gallant unit. Unfortunately most Australians do not even know about the involvement of these guys and it is great to see you promote this. I was assistant secretary to the Captain of NAS Nowra (the base of RANHFV) during this period and recall many instances of very distinguished service by our fleet arm people, most unreported. I remember SBLT Gibson who, I believe, landed on a mine and blew up. I met him back at Nowra, severely injured with wounds to his arm and hand. I believe he was discharged as medically unfit and I hope the Navy looked after him, although I doubt it. Also, I would like to mention Sub-Lieutenant Keith Powell, who, to my knowledge, flew, by far, the most missions in that detachments deployment and received the least recognition. I believe he received a Mentioned in dispatches. Of course the CO got the DFC, and it went down the line from there. cheers John Macdonald
CommentsGreat web site. See several familiar names, Madison, Cory, Allen, Bass, Zebehazy, Harrison, Freeman, Durham, LCDR Ralph, and many others. I was assigned to the 207th at Hood when I left my first tour. We became the 135th and deployed from Bergstrom AFB. I was in the Gun Platoon with MAJ Madison and early in the tour infused to the 222nd and later the 120th Razorbacks. The time in Vung Tau was memorable as we and our Australian friends got to know each other and trained together. A truly unique unit. My best to all at the reunion in 2005.
CommentsFound this by accident but am glad I did. Y'all are doing a great job. Too late to make arrangements for this years reunion but am looking forward to future get-togethers
CommentsWhat else can I say! GREAT web site! My tour of duty started at Bear Cat in June of 1970. I followed the unit from there to Dong Tam and on to Dian were I left country on January of 1972. you may remember me as the Crew Chief of the maintenance ship...EMU6. Pilot: Cpt. Savacol Co. Pilot: Lt. David Buchubber Door Gunner: Spc. 4 Kevin Karu We were the guys who retrieved our units downed choppers or made repairs in the field. as well as other duties called on to do. I had a twin brother who came up from Can Tho during is last few months of duty serving with the 335th AHC. There is a photo of me on the 335th web site under Jim Maraden.. maybe a glimpse to reminisce. I will send photos soon. If by chance you following guys read this....hello to Leo Gaynor, Dave Marsh, Kevin, Rick Corly, and so many others! I will get out those scrap books and follow up. Also my congratulations to our fellow men in arms.. the Royal Australian Navy!!
CommentsHi Guys. For those of you who are attending the Reunion and all you others, my Heart is there! Went and dug out all those old photo albums & such. Tons of memory! Also read my DD form 214 and have a correction to make. Could help out in remembering me, as the photos have reminded me of you! I arrived in-country at Bear Cat in April of 1970. I left country from Dian in late November of 1971. Thru my request for a 1049 to stay in-country an additional 6 mos. I returned to Dong Tam after leave and there shortly after I relinquished the Maint. Ship duties and pursued an opening in the Maint. Dept. as a T. I. Inspector. Carrying it to Dian. Funny, I am A Cal OSHA Inspector now for 3o plus years. hope this message might bring back some memories.. LOTS OF LUCK!
CommentsThank all of the EMUs for the beautiful memorial monument dedicated to our loved ones who gave their all. My heart was warmed by our EMU family as you honored all of the next of kin with your care, kindness and love. With highest regard, thank you.
CommentsWhat a wonderful memorial. Thank you so much to everyone who worked to put this event in motion. I also want to thank everyone who welcomed me into the 135th family and helped to make me feel comfortable. It was a very difficult first step for me and you guys made it easier for me. I know I met many people who served with my father Bernardino Genchi. I wish I would have been able to sit with everyone who knew him and hear stories, but I know that this was a time for you to catch up with old comrades as well so I didn't want to monopolize everyone's time. I would love to correspond with anyone who would like to. I would also like to invite anyone who is visiting the New York/Long Island area to stop and visit. I learned a lot this weekend and am so glad I was able to attend. Thank you all for welcoming me into your family.
CommentsHad a very worthwhile trip to mother Rucker for the monument dedication. Good to see some of us still kicking after 37 years.
CommentsJust wanted to thank Fred and Caroline and their family and friends for a most memorial event at this years reunion. My wife Angelia and I are so happy we were able to join with everyone. The Convoy from Biloxi to Ft Rucker was fantastic. With our Australian and US Flags waving we were escorted thru towns by the local police where traffic coming towards us stopped, people on the roadside took off their hats out of respect and there were even people crying as we passed.
CommentsJust want to say a big thank you to Fred & Caroline for a wonderful job in arranging the reunion Fort Rucker, & also our hosts familes for my sister Margaret & myself. We had a wonderful time and it was great to meet so many people who knew Noel and the photos I was given of him a huge thank you to John? an Dave Farmer. I know I got a lot from being at reunion & I hope that other people did also. It was an honor to unveil the memorial monument at Fort Rucker. God bless you all
CommentsVISIT THE BROTHERS AT 177TH WEBSITE AT MSN. REMEMBER ALL WHO SERVED AND GAVE THEIR LIFE FOR US BACK HOME, SO THAT WE MAY HAVE A BETTER FUTURE.
CommentsI LOVE IT--------I LOVE IT---------I LOVE IT WHAT A GREAT WEB PAGE PLEASE VISIT OURS WWW.SEAWOLF.ORG
Comments"Soldier Boy", I know you look at this website often with much love & pride. I do, too, as you probably realize & my deep appreciation goes to you & every veteran. When you see this message, please get in touch with me again as you promised. I've been waiting a very long time & will for however long it takes, but there is no happiness in my life without you in it. I have so much to tell you. I do know what is deep in your heart but not what's in your head right now. I believe that you are an honorable man so please remember the efforts you made towards me & allow me the same. I pray with all my heart that you are well & look forward to hearing from you.
CommentsMy dad, Thomas McGinnis was from Ft. Hood (where I was born) and was in Vietnam flying around with some of you guys in 67-68. I have been doing some research to get him some patches, I am in Iraq as a civilian contractor and have been for almost 2 years now and with all the Army guys around here I was trying to find a patch I could get for him. I have gotten to go up in a blackhawk 3 times while being here, twice during the day and once at night to and from Baghdad and around, what a ride it is everytime I get the chance to go up...loving the whole doors open thing....oh yeah!!! I wasn't even a year old when he left for Vietnam and I am glad everyday that he made it back...This website is awesome, I have found 3 pictures of my dad on here and I love them....keep up the good work on the site!!!! Tina
CommentsAll these years and never knew your unit was in-country. Our outfits sound very similar.
CommentsG'day Mates! Guys, if you get a chance please check out warbadges.com. Andy Curran has many EMU items for sale including 135th. coins and 135th. memorial coins among many other items. Andy is a very trusted vender (and ex-emu) and will ship your orders promptly!! Stay safe and healthy. "Finder"
CommentsWell what a trip!! Must say many thanks to Fred Tom & Families for a great job for the EMU 05 reunion. Talking about a convoy wow. I need pictures from 1970 Convoy to Dong Tam from Bear Cat. That too was a hell of a trip. Cheers to all Dave Benge
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CommentsHELLO, LONG TIME NO SEE! K B FT.HOOD TEXAS/BEAR CAT
CommentsBest wishes to all your members affected by the receent devastation in New Orleans.A mate of mine ex EMU was there recently and you looked after him while he celebrated your reunion. Our prayers are with you. Gerard Mapstone
CommentsGuys; As some of you mates know I am the solicitor for Homes for Our Troops. We collect funds, donations of labor and materials and build new/remodel homes for our brothers/sisters returning from the war on terror which have severe injuries. If you can, please watch extreme makeover home addition on ABC on September 25, 2005 8/7c. See what can be done for our mates when America cares! If someone had done this for us can you imagine how differant things would be for us? Also, please say a small prayer for our departed vets and the victims of the recent storm. God bless our homeland and us all!
CommentsAs I sit here in Iraq and show some of the next generation of Veterans the pictures of all of us when we were young and full of it, it's hard to believe it has been over 30 years. I am on my fourth tour as a DOD Civilian supporting troops who were not even born when we wore the uniform. On the up side, I get to ride around the country in Blackhawks and remember the good old days when we were allowed to drink beer. General Order #1 now prohibits that.
CommentsG'day to all you GREAT men.This is one heck of a GREAT web site.God bless you all. And many Thanks for your commitment as Soldiers.We always remember those who did not reture.They are forever in our hearts.And for those who did return, I always give thanks to you all.
CommentsHas anyone heard how Fred is doing?
Comments'Soldier Boy' in the Chevy...This website remains so special but still no contact or message from you. The girl in a pretty new coat is having a birthday & would like to see you on that day at the same time & place as last. She'll be there waiting for you & hopes you miss her as much as she misses you. If you can't be there, please call, write, email or have a trusted friend get in touch as she needs to know how you are. She would have to say that there was always something missing out of her life & that was you. And who knows, maybe the Lord will give her back to the boy who lost her a long time ago. You are in her heart just as she is in yours...always. S.W.A.K.
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CommentsGot a real surprise at the FlightSafety training center in Wichita, KS. An instructor there kept questioning me about my name and nickname. Suddenly, we both realized that we flew together with the EMUs. I'm glad that he recognized my name because I sure wouldn't have recognized Joe Rhiley if I'd passed him on the street.
CommentsMy dad, Stephen "Pat" Wiseman, was a Taipan. I have his black scarf.
CommentsGreat site, and great bunch of mates to. Keep up the good work and God Bless all our Aussie mates. Homer Hollon aka surfrider545
CommentsGreat web site, my brother, Steve Childers, flew in the 135th from Sept. 1968 to Jan. 3, 1969. Thanks for the opportunity to see some of what he saw.
CommentsHappy Holidays to all the members of the 135th AHC. Carol and I wish the best for you and yours in 2006.
CommentsAll the best wishes for the Holiday season May peace go with you
CommentsMerry Christmas from mine to yours!! May the new year bring JOY/Health/and Love to you all! |
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