~ TAN SON NHUT ASSOCIATION REPORTS THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION ~
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  26th Annual "TET Reunion 2013"

  "Honoring All Veterans!"  To be held
  in Abilene, Texas

  Event Date: Saturday, Feb 2, 2013

FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 19, 2012

1.  Robertson, Merle A. "Robbie", Virginia, 1964th Communications Squadron
     (His daughter, Angela Duncan, renewed his membership to "Life Member")

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Name:  Tan Son Nhut AssociationDec 24, 2012
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Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association, would like to take this time to express to each and everyone of you, "Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!"

Plaque Plunkett
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 19, 2012

1.  Clubb, Harvey, South Carolina, 834th Air Div, Det 1, C-130 Aircraft Propeller Repairman      (Renewed his membership to "Life Member" "Donation to the Memorial Fund)

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Dec 19, 2012
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Comments:  It is my sad duty to inform you of the death of Keith A. Hallauer, of Yakima, WA.  The Tan Son Nhut Association just learned of his death only yesterday.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 19, 2012

1.  Gould, Larry F., Michigan, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership for five years)
2.  Shea, Michael W., Pennsylvania, 1876th Communications Squadron
     (Renewed his membership

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 19, 2012

1.  Gaynor, Michael J., Illinosis, Det 11, 1131st Special Activities Squadron (MACV HQ)
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Tannery, Skip, Texas, 19th Air Commando Squadron
     (Renewed his membership, donations to the "Memorial Bench and General Fund")
3.  Tripi, Robert C., Massachusetts, 460th AMS (Airborne Nav)
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Nicholas F. Tkachuk  (Det 1, 5th Comm Sq)Dec 19, 2012
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Comments:   " Merry Christmas," to all members of the Tan Son Nhut Association.

A Special Salute to Larry Fry and Charles Penley for their dedication to maintaining this web site for all veterans who served at Tan Son Nhut Air Base.

A2C Nicholas F. Tkachuk
Det 1, 15th Communications Squadron
315th Air Division (Combat Cargo)
Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Dec 17, 2012
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Comments:  At URL: http://tsna.org/reunion/2013/index.html

We have posted the initial information pertaining to the Tan Son Nhut Association 2013 Reunion.

Please go there and read the page. You can also locate the registration form there.

Print it out and mail it in to the address on the form as soon as possible.

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Name:  George Bontya  (377th Civil Engineer's Squadron, Sign Shop)Dec 17, 2012
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Comments:  Just made our reservations for Chattanooga...Choo Choo, here we come!

George A. Bontya
Name:  George Bontya  (377th Civil Engineer's Squadron, Sign Shop)Dec 17, 2012
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Comments:  I watched the Dayton Reunion DVD and I want to thank George Plunkett and the Reunion committee for putting on this outstanding reunion. The DVD was a great idea and it is something that can be watched over and over and each time you will see something different and then again, another memory may come to mind. Fantastic...Job well done.

George A. Bontya
TSN 70-71
Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Dec 17, 2012
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Comments:  I received the following email from Jenna Grassbaugh:

Hi George, thank you so much for the CD - just received it a few days ago. I also wanted to pass along this information to you. As of today, the donations/informational link for the Grassbaugh Veterans Project at OSU is officially operational! Thank you for all your support and encouragement in this endeavor. Hope you have a wonderful holiday.

http://www.giveto.osu.edu/grassbaughveteransproject/

All the best,
Jenna Grassbaugh

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 17, 2012

1.  Grimaud, Lowell A., California, Det 1, 460th Tac. Recon. Wing, Flightline Maint. Officer
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Eckhoff, James R., Illinois, 8th Aerial Port Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Joseph Ryan  (Department of the Navy Civilian)Dec 13, 2012
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Comments:  Does anyone who was stationed at TSN during 1969-70 recall how we took our lunch breaks in the cargo bay of the C-130 conveniently positioned at the end and off to the left of the taxi-runway nearby the HQ Bldg.?
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 13, 2012

1.  Coats, Robert S., California, 12th Tatical Reconnaissance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership and a donation to the "Memorial Bench and the General Fund.")
2.  Sommerfeldt, Gerald W., Wisconsin, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Watson, Kenneth A., Washington, 460th Field Maintenance Sq.
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Dec 13, 2012
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Comments:  This is to update you that on Monday, Dec 17, 2012 between midnight Eastern Standard Time to 8:00 am Eastern Standard Time, the Tan Son Nhut Association internet host, "Cookie Host," will be performing a maintenance to your server, maximum anticipated downtime is 90 minutes.

Thank you!

Plaque Penley
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Dec 11, 2012
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Comments:  Comments:  The Extra Edition, December 2012 issue of Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use the following link to get to the main Revetments page.  Then click on the “2012” tab and the latest issue will be there.

http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 11, 2012

1.  Floyd, Willie V., Virginia, 377th Combat Support Group (Pneudraulics)
     (Renewed his membership to "Life Member")
2.  Kinsey, Jerry C., Tennessee, 377th Supply Squadron, Fuel Distribution Operator
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Mayfield, John F., Wisconsin, 13th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Dec 08, 2012
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Comments:  Dear TSNA Members:

I finished copying, verifying, packing and shipping 187 reunion DVD's today.  Enjoy.

Merry Christmas,

Santa Claus

Plaque Plunkett
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Dec 06, 2012

1.  Bastian, Mark H., Tennessee, 12th RITS, Precision Photographic Processing
     (Renewed his membership to "Life Member")
2.  Moffitt, William R., Indiana, Det. 1, 834th Air Division, Tan Son Nhut, Admin Specialist
     (Renewed his membership for "Two Years")
3.  Moyer, Phillip M., California, 7th Air Force Headquarters (Awards & Decorations)
     (Renewed his membership for "Five Years")

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Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Dec 02, 2012
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Comments:  Fellow Members, Are you all aware of the Cold War Certificate?

If you served from September 2, 1945 to December 26, 1991, you are authorized the Cold War Recognition Certificate.

Here's how to obtain your copy free:  http://usmilitary.about.com/cs/genmedals/ht/coldwar.htm

It will be mailed to you signed by the Secretary of Defense.

George Plunkett
TSNA President

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Dec 01, 2012
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Comments:  Please go to URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

The December 2012 Photographs of the Month have been posted.

Plaque Penley
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Dec 01, 2012
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Comments:  Comments:  The December 2012 issue of Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use the following link to get to the main Revetments page.  Then click on the “2012” tab and the latest issue will be there.

http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

Plaque Fry
Name:  Raymond A. Gumbleton  (110th Transportation Co., USARV)Nov 30, 2012
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Comments:  Sir I am trying to find a picture of my compound located on end of Tan Son Nhut Air Base, per my DD-214, HQ HHC, 34TH GSP, 110TH TC, USARV.  We were basicall called the 110TH Transportation Company.  We would pick up any materials that had to do with any type of helo rotors blades, skids and 1000 other parts for helo's and transport them wherever need be.  When we ran convoy's to various bases, 90% of our haul again was helo parts.

They also called us the 34th Aviation Group/110th Transportation.  I have tried many different avenues - there has got to be a photo aerial or ground.

There were about 12 hooch's all surrounded with sand bags, our own motor pool and various other small hooch's.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.  I was stationed on this compound for 18 months,
1971 - 1972.

Raymond A. Gumbleton
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Nov 30, 2012

1.  Henry, W. C., Washington, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Moore, John H., Louisiana, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Ryan, Joseph T., Washington, Department of the Navy Civilian, Electronic Surveillance
     (New Member)
4.  Scott, James W., New Jersey, 8th Aerial Port Squadron, Load Planner
     (New Member)

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Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Nov 27, 2012
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Comments:  I think that sending Dean a load of, "Get Well and Christmas Cards," would do wonders for his state of mind.

The mailing address is:

VA Hospital
7 East
Room 704-Dean Gard
5000 South 5th Ave
Hines, IL 60141

Thanks,

George

George Plunkett
TSNA President

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Name:  Dean Gard  (377th Services Squadron)Nov 27, 2012
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Comments:  This was sure a fun Reunion this time. Outside of being cold and windy, it was a beautiful dedication.

Sorry, I could not make the banquet, I wasn't well enough to attend.

Suzie is the first person I've seen from the services squadron since I got out.  When I looked at her story and saw that her job affected the entire base.  And It Did!

I felt she should be thanked by one who served at the time she was there.  When she worked for the services squadron, it was a bad time to be working for the United States.

I think she was a very courageous young woman back the.  That is why I presented Suzie with those awards.

I want to thank Johnnie Jernigen and Harland Hatfield for helping me with the presentation.

George, you did an excellent job of organizing this reunion and at the dedication.

Looking forward to Chattanooga.

Hope to see everyone there.

Dean Gard
377th Services Squadron
Tan Son Nhut Air Base
July 1968 - June 1969

From the web master:  Dean Gard does not own a computer, therefore no email address for him.

Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Nov 22, 2012
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Comments:  I want my extended family of sisters and brothers, in the Tan Son Nhut Association to have a heart felt "Happy Thanksgiving!!"

Thank you all for your service and being a part of the "Family!"

Because of you this world is a better place!

Each of you made a difference by standing tall when our great nation needed you!  It was my honor to serve with you and my honor to be part of TSNA with you!

God bless you all!

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Name:  Carol Bessette  (Headquarters, 7th Air Force)Nov 21, 2012
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Comments:  Have a good Thankgiving Day -- and let us count our blessings.

One of mine is the new friends made through the Tan Son Nhut Association.

John and Carol

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Name:  Tony Tidwell  (460th Field Maintenance Shop )Nov 15, 2012
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Comments:  Want to wish all our brothers and sisters a very, "Happy Thanksgiving."  So many things to be thankful for.

Keep in mind all those who have gone before us and will follow us.

Regards,

Tony Tidwell
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Nov 21, 2012
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Comments:  Busy day tomorrow, "Thanksgiving Day!"  Ladies, please, make it easy on yourselves.  Gentlemen, take it easy on the TV remote and try not to see every game on the TV.  Channel surfing can be hazardous to your health.

Any way you choose to celebrate this special date, have a great one!  Enjoy the food, the day, and especially all of your, "Loved Ones."

Happy Thanksgiving to you all!

Love,

Janice Jones
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Nov 16, 2012

1.  Gottlieb, Milton H., New Jersey, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership to "Life Membership")

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Name:  Johnnie Jernigan  (460th AEMS, Navigation Shop)Nov 16, 2012
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Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association, Base Exchange has two new items for sell.  Please go to URL:    http://www.tsna.org/tsnapxbx/index.html

There you can see larger photographs of the two items, T-50 and T-51.

   T-50 and T-51

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Nov 15, 2012
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Comments:  It is my sad duty to inform you of the death of Dennis R. Hansey, of Olathe, KS.  Mr Hansey attended the Tan Son Nhut Association Reunion 2012, Dayton, Ohio.

Many of you had the honor to meet and speak with Dennis.  He mentioned to me that he enjoyed the reunion and was planning on joining the TSNA.  He returned to his home and approximately two weeks later, he passed on to the next life.

See the graphic below my email for additional information.

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Name:  Ron Fairbank  (33rd Camron, C-123's )Nov 15,  2012
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Comments:  I served at Tan Son Nhut from August 1963 to August 1964, 33rd Camron, worked with C-123's.

Lived in the tent city across road from flight line it was an old French Cemetary.

Thanks,

Ron
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Nov 15, 2012

1.  Peterson, Loren G., Illinosis, 79th Ordance Detachment, Security Platoon
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Schluter, Boyd Jr., Massachusetts, 7th AF Tactical Air Control Center
     (Renewed his membership")

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Name:  Paul E. Nikulla  (Det 6, 1021st Spec Acty Squadron )Nov 15,  2012
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Comments:  My name is Paul E Nikulla, Col USAF (Ret).  I was assigned to Det 6, 1021st Spec Acty Sqdn with Headquarters at Tan Son Nuht Air Base from, May 1971 to May 1972.
Name:  Joe Kricho  (1876th Communications Squadron)Nov 11,  2012
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Comments:  Three Tan Son Nhut Association Veterans represented us at the Veterans Day Memorial Wall laying of the wreaths.


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  8th Aerial Port Squadron, Mobility
  Detachment O. L., Military Reunion 2013
  in Branson, MO

  Event Dates: 10/8/2013 - 10/11/2013

Name:  Charles Templeton  (377th Security Police Squadron)Nov 11,  2012
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Comments:  This Veterans Day brings new meaning to me!

To all my military brothers and sisters, "Welcome Home!"

Job well done.

Chuck Templeton
Name:  Jack Green  Nov 11,  2012
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Comments:  I was a medic assigned to the Air Force advisory Group Flight Surgeon's Office from Nov 1966 to Nov 1967.

Our team consisted of Major Bell, Capt Dexter and myself.

Our mission was advisors to the VNAF and medical service for flight personnel assigned to the Air Force Advisory Group in RVN.

I am trying to find anyone from our unit who has access to or information from any after action report for the Air Force Advisory Group in RVN.

Thank you,

TSgt Jack L. Green
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Nov 11, 2012

1.  Brown Dewey C., Georgia, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership, became a "Life Member)
2.  Poulin, Louis F., Florida, US Army, 34th Gen.Sup. Gp. (AM&S), HQ Co., Personnel NCO
     (Renewed his membership")

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Name:  Sonny Silva  Nov 02, 2012
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Comments:  Dear friends,

My name is Sonny Silva and I am Vietnam combat veteran.  I served with the 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division in Tay Ninh Province from October 2, 1969 to October 12, 1970.   Since 2010 I have served as the National Vice President and Historian of the 8th Cavalry Regiment Association.

Last summer I helped Lou Reda Productions produce the documentary series "Vietnam in HD" for the History Channel.  I assisted them with research, and with gathering and viewing personal film collections from other Vietnam veterans.   The experience of working with Lou Reda Productions was extremely therapeutic and rewarding for me.  (You can see their website at http://www.redafilms.com

Currently, Lou Reda Productions is beginning work on another Vietnam program and I am again helping them gather home movie film collections to use in it.

If you have color films that you shot at home or in Vietnam and you are interested in sharing them for a very worthwhile project, please write me back at the above email address.

In exchange for granting Lou Reda Productions permission to use your home movies, they will transfer your films (8mm, super8 or 16mm) for free.  They will clean your original film, put it through a high-resolution film scanner and then return your original films and a DVD copy to you to keep.

If you do not have any films, but know someone who does, please pass along my contact information to anyone within your group.   Also, if you are willing to put a post on your website to help get the word out, I would appreciate that as well.

Thank you for your help.

Sonny Silva
2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry, 1st Cavalry Division

Lou Reda Productions
219 Spring Garden Street
Easton, PA 18042
ph- 610-258-2957




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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Oct 22, 2012

1.  Grayson, William C., Maryland, Det. 5, 6922nd Security Wing
     (Renewed for another year)
2.  Lee, John P., Louisiana, Scatback Operations
     (Renewed for another year and a "Donation to the General Fund")
3.  Letto, Augustine R., New Mexico, 377th Combat Support Group, Asst. Base Opns Officer
     (Renewed for another year)
4.  Sanders, David W., Sr., California, 377th Civil Engineer Squadron
     (Renewed for another year)
5.  Warren, Robert G., Indiana, 377th CAMS, Aircraft Electrical Repairman
     (New Member)


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Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Oct 31, 2012
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Comments:  Comments:  The November 2012 issue of Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use the following link to get to the main Revetments page.  Then click on the “2012” tab and the latest issue will be there.

http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

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Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Oct 30, 2012
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Comments:  To all of our TSNA Brothers and Sisters who are in harm's way because of the Mega Storm Sandy: Y'all were in our prayers yesterday, are in our prayers today and will continue to be in our prayers tomorrow.

Father Bless each and every one of you.

Love, Janice Jones
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 30, 2012
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Comments:  Please go to URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

The November 2012 Photographs of the Month have been posted.

Plaque Penley
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 30, 2012
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Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association has just added a new green button labeled "Dedication" to every page.

The Dedication button will show you 111 photos of the Memorial Bench Dedication Ceremony.

If you have a photograph you would like added there, let me know.

Charles Penley

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Name:  Barney Bucholz  (1876th Communication Squadron)Oct 26, 2011
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Comments:  I really enjoyed the reunion.  It was my first one.  Everyone did a great job putting it together.

I met fellow 1876th Communications Squadron members, Andy, Ron, and Joe, Saturday evening.  I wish that I had found them the first day.

If any former communicators and air traffic controllers are reading this, there is an association you can join:   the Air Force Communicators & Air Traffic Controllers Association at URL:  http://www.afcommatc.org

Andy Agan, told me about it and I joined.   They have reunions also!

Barney Bucholz
1876th Communications Squadron, 1967 - 1968
Name:  Anthony M. Tamez  (1876th Communication Center, Det. 14)Oct 26, 2011
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Comments:  I was at Tan Son Nhut, from 1971 - 1972, 1876th Communications Center, Detachment 14.

Respect

Anthony M. Tamez
The Camel
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 25, 2012
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Comments:  Anyone who was ever stationed at Tan Son Nhut Air Base and has Diabetes II, please see the information that I have posted on "Agent Orange" at URL:

http://www.377sps.org/orange/index.html

Initially "Operation Ranch Hand" was flown out of Tan Son Nhut and eventually moved over to Bien Hoa Air Base.

The 377th SPS, Historical reports that when we could not obtain chemicals for weed eradication thru normal channels, we reverted to the "Bootleg Method."

It was the Security Police and Civil Engineer's who would then "Spray Agent Orange" from the back of a 2 1/2 ton truck or a 5 ton truck.

It was similiar to spraying from a water hose, that was set on stream

Charles Penley

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 22, 2012
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Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association has located the owner of the optical glasses shown below.

The owner is, Peter Umbras.  The glasses were sent back to Peter today, US Postal Service, Priority Mail.


Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Oct 22, 2012

1.  Behr, David R., New York, 1876 Comm. Squadron, Telecommunications Specialist/Crypto
     (New Member)
2.  DeTuccio, Mike, Connecticut, 377th Air Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Fox, Ralph, Pennsylvania, 616 MAC, Jet Engine Mechanic
     (New Member, came onboard as a "5 Year Member")
4.  Hagler, John M., Missouri, Armed Forces Courier Station
     (Renewed his membership)
5.  Stringer, David R., Texas, 31st ARRS, 39th ARRS, 20th MAS, 776 TAS
     Aircraft Loadmaster  (New Member, came onboard as a "5 Year Member")
6.  Templeton, Charles, 377th Security Police Squadron, Security Policeman
     (New Member, came onboard as a "Life Member")
7.  White, Bobby L., Tennessee, 1884 Comm. Squadron, Communication/C-130 Pilot
     (New Member, came onboard as a "Life Member")
8.  Wurster, Stephen, Florida, US Army Mortuary
     (Renewed his membership)
9.  Wymer, Earnest J., Ohio, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (New Member, came onboard as a "Life Member")


Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Templeton  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 19, 2012
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Comments:  I must say I have been overwhelmed by last week end and it has taken me this long to start to digest all the emotion I had while in Dayton.

The unknown on Wednesday evening at check in, thanks to both Charles's on making me feel welcome and the kiss from Charles P's sister.

Thursday in the room I must say went so fast that I was disappointed that day was done.

The memorial ceremony brought home what we did and what I was a part of mattered in the cosmic scheme of things. The music at the evening banquet had tears flowing and I know I was not the only one.

What can you say about the speaker? A hero is a hero is a hero and he does have his feet on the ground, I rode back with him on the bus and as good a talker as he was a pilot.

The presentation regarding the TANGO UNITS filled in a lot of blanks as far as the 377SPS application goes.

Sat. evening came much too soon and Sunday breakfast was bitter sweet knowing that I would miss these new friends and brothers. I have new regard for what that phrase means.

Outtakes include, now knowing that as a veteran I can render hand salute when appropriate.

All I can say is thank you and wish to see everyone again in Chattanooga.

Chuck Templeton
Your friend and brother
Name:  Larry Donnelly  (460th Field Maintenance Squadron)Oct 19, 2012
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Comments:  Hi Charles,

I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed meeting you and your sister Janice Jones at the TSNA reunion last week.

I also wanted to thank you and the other TSNA directors for all that you did to make the reunion such a success.

The reunion exceeded all of my expectations.

The highlights for me were witnessing the dedication of the TSNA memorial bench, touring the USAF museum, and attending the banquet.

I got "goose bumps" listening to the band playing the Air Force hymn and tears in my eyes listening to Kate Smith singing God Bless America.

Once again, it was great meeting you and your sister. I am looking forward to seeing you both at the TSNA reunion next year in Chattanooga, TN.

Welcome home and thank you for your service to your country.

You can take a great deal of satisfaction knowing that you served your country with pride and distinction and you did the job you were sent to Vietnam to do.

You made sacrifices and put yourself in harms way to help preserve the freedom we all enjoy today.

Your TSNA brother and friend,
Larry Donnelly
Name:  John Barrios  (MACV Defense Force)Oct 16, 2012
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Comments:  I was USARV at what used to be "Tent City B" later MACV Annex working with the USAAMMC.

I was also part of a group called MACV Defense Force.

Anyone Remember us?

John Barrios

Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 16, 2012
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Comments:  During the Tan Son Nhut Association banquet dinner, a pair of glasses was left on one of the tables towards the rear of the room.

If these are your glasses, please contact Charles Penley at the above email address and I will mail them to you.


Plaque Penley
Name:  Lowell Grimaud  (Det 1, 460th TRW, Flightline Maint. Officer) Oct 16, 2012
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Comments:  Hi all, I am back in San Diego, it was a blast.  Thanks to all of you, "Well Done."

It was especially meaningful, to be able to meet with some of the Scatback Crews and visit the Vietnam Wall, were some of our members are.  We prayed at three areas on the wall for our fallen friends.

God Bless this Nation!

Lowell Grimaud
Name:  Cary Louderback  (8th Aerial Port Squadron)Oct 16, 2012
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Comments:  It was great to meet some fellow Tan Son Nhut Association members and old 8th APS Mobility guys at Wright-Patterson AFB.  Wish it could have worked for us to attend the other reunion events.

My family and I want to thank everyone that worked to make the Memorial come to fruition.  My friends and my family, like me, thought the ceremony was wonderfully planned and executed.  And George, forgetting something here and there, is just a part of all of our lives, actually it’s just being “natural”, at least for me.  Made for a needed break … a lighter moment.

The ceremony was humbling, moving, emotional and very, very long overdue.

Thank you TSNA, for making things a little better for us all.

With so very much sincere appreciation and gratitude from my family and from me …… Welcome Home Brothers!!

Cary Louderback
USAF 1970-1977
8th APS, 1971 - 1972
Name:  Tan Son Nhut Association  Oct 15, 2012
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Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association has chosen the following two cities for the 2013 and 2014 reunion locations, dates are to be determined as soon as possible:

1.  TSNA Reunion 2013 - Chattanooga, Tennessee

2.  TSNA Reunion 2014 - Evansville, Indiana

Evansville, Indiana was the TSNA location for both the Jul 1993 and Jul 15-17, 1994 reunions.

Evansville, Indiana is considered the "Home Of The Tan Son Nhut Association."

 TSNA Reunions Were Held At The Following Locations:


  1.    Evansville, IN., Jul 1993
  2.    Evansville, IN., Jul 15 - 17, 1994
  3.    Dayton International Airport, OH., Jun 14 - 16, 1996
  4.    Hampton, VA., Oct 8 - 12, 1997
  5.    San Antonio, TX., Jun 15 - 18, 2000
  6.    Crystal City, VA (Wash. D.C.), Apr 2002
  7.    Fredericksburg, VA., Apr 24 - 25, 2003 (Cancelled)
  8.    Bourbonnais, IL., Jul 21 - 25, 2004
  9.    Gettysburg, PA., Sep 2 - 4, 2005
  10.  Dayton, OH., May 3 - 6, 2007
  11.  St Louis, MO., Jul 31 - Aug 3, 2008
  11.  Pigeon Forge, TN., Oct 15 - 18, 2009
  12.  San Antonio, TX., Oct 7 - Oct 10, 2010
  13.  Charlotte, NC., Oct 6 - Oct 9, 2011
  15.  Dayton, OH., Oct 11 - Oct 14, 2012
  16.  Chattanooga, Tn., Jun 13 - 16, 2013
  17.  Evansville, IN.  Jun 12 - 15, 2014
Name:  Tan Son Nhut Association  Oct 15, 2012
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Name:  Tan Son Nhut Association  Oct 15, 2012
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Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association 2012 Recipient's of the following awards are:

Tan Son Nhut Military Order of the Dragon

1.  BRYAN, Dale F., Detachment 2, 30th Weather Squadron, Awarded 2012
2.  LAYMON, Robert C., 377th CAMS, Scatback T-39, Crew Chief, Awarded 2012
3.  SALISBURY, Tobey, TSNA Secretary/Treasurer, Awarded 2012

Tan Son Nhut Anchor Award

1.  CARLSON, Mary Ann, Wife of William C. Carlson, Awarded 2012
2.  CARLSON, William C., 377th Supply Squadron, Awarded 2012
3.  COUP, William A., 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, Awarded 2012

Tan Son Nhut Golden Knight Award

1.  STEWART, James A., 377th Security Police Sq, Sentry Dog Handler, Awarded 2012

Name:  Jim Wade  (Life Member)Oct 14, 2012
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Comments:  The 8th Aerial Port Mobility Section is planning a family reunion in Branson, MO for Oct the 8th thru the 11th of 2013. Anyone who was in Mobility, stationed out at our detachments or OL, if you were in any section at TSN and went out on Mobilities, you are more than welcome.

This is just in the planning as of this date. I stop by Branson on our way down to visit our son in Little Rock, AR. Once I get the plan will let all know.

Please check the the Mobility web site at www.8thmob.org. I will be posting all the updates there.

If you want to contact me, click on the above email address.

Thanks,
Jim Wade
Chosen Few
Home of the Flying Forklift
Name:  Jenna Grassbaugh  (Life Member)Oct 13, 2012
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Comments:  To the members of the Tan Son Nhut Association,

I just want to thank everyone in attendance at the reunion banquet at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base last night for the wonderful welcome and outpouring of support. Thank you for having me as a guest and for your recognition of my husband and his ultimate sacrifice.

Special thanks to chapter president, Mr. George Plunkett, for his kind words and continued support to the American Widow Project - we could not do for each other what we do without the generosity of individuals like you.

I look forward to staying in touch with your members and and I thank you again, from the bottom of my heart, for your patriotism.

Respectfully,
Jenna C. Grassbaugh (Captain, U.S. Army)
Proud wife/widow of CPT Jonathan D. Grassbaugh, KIA 4/7/07
Name:  Kenneth Cates  (Life Member)Oct 10, 2012
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Comments:  I was assigned to the 460th AEMS, 460th TRW, August 1968-August 1969. I would like to find and purchase two embroidered patches, one each from the aforementioned organizations. Any assistance is greatly appreciated.



Kenneth Cates
SMSGT USAF Retired
Tan Son Nhut Association 2012 Reunion Attendees  (161 Registered)
Agan, Andy
Ahrens, Susie and Glen
Arentz, Eric and Patricia
Baker, Dale and Maxine
Bessette, Carol and John
Bomar, James and Carolyn
Bontya, George and Georgette
Boone, Harold and Brenda
Bounds, Michael and Cynthia Word
Bryan, Dale and Judy
Bucholz, Bernard
Burdick, Robert and Janet
Carlson, William and Mary Ann
Carvell, Rich and Sue
Chaffee, Bob and Bobbi
Chaffee, Nathan
Clubb, Harvey and Teresa
Coar, Lance and Sara
Combs, Donald
Coup, Bill
Cragg, James and Ethel
Crews, Bridget
Crews, James
Crews, Kathy
Csordas, Andy and Rena
Cutler, Morris and Marlene Hosen
Dallas, Pattie
D'Ambrosio, Walt and Penny
D'Ambrosio, Pat
D'Ambrosio, Hansine
Dawe, James and son Ken Dawe
DeBellevue, Chuck
DiFerdindo, Anthony and Grace
Donnelly, Lawrence
Duncan, Angela
Faulkner, James and Jan
Fields, Gary
Fischer, Paul and Duane
Fox, Ralph and Dona
Frazier, William
Fry, Larry and Lois
Gard, Dean and Debbie
Gardner, Ronald and Sandra Butterworth
Goodman, Benny
Grant, Dave
Grassbraugh, Jenna
Gray, Charles
Grimaud, Lowell
Hansey, Dennis
Harris, Dennis
Hatfield, Harlan and Carolyn
Houck, Ross
Howard, Don and Sheila
Hudson, John (Lt General at WPAFB)
Huggins, Stephen (Colonel at WPAFB)
Jernigan, Johnnie and Sharon
Kanno, Faith
Kanno, Neil
Kricho, Don
Kricho, Joe
Lawson, Thomas and Janeth
Laymon, Bob
Lee, Timothy and Linda
Lenhardt, John
Martin, Floyd
Mickle, William III and Kathryn
Miller, Ed and Cynthia
Munoz, Gary and Deborah
Neill, Frank "Dwight"
Nivens, Kerry
Parker, Don and Sue Ellen
Patton, Lynn and Linda
Penley, Charles and Janice Jones
Penn, Hugh
Phillips, Odis
Pineau, Ricci
Plemmons, Timothy and Margaret
Plunkett, George and Trish
Rainey, Ed and Jann Boyer
Ramey, David and Brenda
Raposo, Doris
Redlinski, Gary and Diana
Reynolds, Gary and Elaine
Robertson, Robbie
Rosinski, Tom and Barbara
Salisbury, Wayne and Tobey
Schrecengost, Patricia
Shendow, Irvin and Sarah
Sisco, Nathan and Dolores
Smith, Janie
Smith, Jimmy
Smith, Richard
Stewart, Jim
Stringer, David
Templeton, Charles and Douglas Bausch
Tessier, Thomas
Thompson, Joe
Thornton, Dave and Tanya
Tolley, David
Umbras, Peter and Anne Conable
Vaillancourt, Joseph and Ann Wicander
Wagner, Tim
Wilson, Ezra
Zaman, Marilyn
Zekan, Andrew
October 11-14, 2012    Dayton, Ohio
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Oct 06, 2012

1.  Davenport, Joseph E., Georgia, 1964th Communications Group
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Flanders, David G., California, 9th SAC Wing, Photo Reconnaissance Technician
     (New Member)
3.  Inojos, William J., Kansas, 377th Transportation Sq., Special purpose vehicle repairman
     (Renewed his membership with a donation to the General and Memorial Funds)
4.  Johnston, Owen P. Jr., Virginia, 7th RRU/Army Security Agency
     (Renewed his membership)
5.  Kahlmorgan, Robert G., Indiana, Mail Room
     (Renewed his membership)
6.  Maloney, Elmer, Colorado, 7th Air Force
     (Renewed his membership)
7.  O'Bryan, Jan C., Massachusetts, US Army, 249th Field Artillery Detachment
     Counter Mortar/Rocket Radar  (Renewed his membership)
8.  Remington, Randall J., New Jersey, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, NCOIC
     (Renewed his membership)
9.  Rosinski, Thomas, South Carolina, 7th Air Force Plans, Administrative NCOIC
     (Renewed his membership with a donation to the Memorial Fund)
10. Whitmore, Steve, Massachusetts, 1876th Communications Squadron, Air Traffic Controller
     (Renewed his membership)
11. Yardbourgh, Ray, Alabama, 377th CAM Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)


Plaque Fry
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Oct 05, 2012
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Comments:  Time is getting short. Next week is the TSNA family reunion and may those who will attend the get-together have a safe journey. For those who cannot attend, you are already missed and we will remember each and every one of you. The TSNA rocks and will continue to rock because of all the Brothers and Sisters. We are family!

See ya,
Janice Jones
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 03, 2012
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Plaque Penley
Name:  Bob Laymon  (377th CAMS, Scatback T-39, Crew Chief)Oct 02, 2012
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Comments:  
Colonel Charles DeBellevue, USAF (Ret.) will keynote the TSNA 2012 Reunion banquet at the National Museum of the US Air Force:   http://www.tsna.org/reunion/index.html

Then-Captain Chuck DeBellevue was the first U.S. Air Force weapons systems officer to become an ace during the Vietnam War in 1972. DeBellevue became America's top "MiG Killer" when he and his pilot, Capt. John Madden, downed two MiGs on 9 September 1972, giving him six aerial victories in total the most earned during the Vietnam War.

You can read-ahead about Chuck DeBellevue at this URL:
http://www.af.mil/information/heritage/person_print.asp?storyID=123006474

Below are URLs to the History Channel’s “Dogfight” series and the historic opening air battle of Operation Linebacker-I, during which Chuck DeBellevue and Steve Ritchie shot-down their first MiG:

Dogfights - The Bloodiest Day (Part 1) at URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzBo6SQGKw8

Dogfights - The Bloodiest Day (Part 2) at URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JJVoxxe_RA&feature=relmfu

Dogfights - The Bloodiest Day (Part 3) at URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUVVPO6CE_Y&feature=relmfu

Dogfights - The Bloodiest Day (Part 4) at URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXW9NrhQoWM&feature=relmfu

Thank you,

Bob Laymon
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Oct 01, 2012
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Comments:  Comments:  The October 2012 issue of Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use the following link to get to the main Revetments page.  Then click on the “2012” tab and the latest issue will be there.

http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

We now have 164 folks registered for the 2012 TSNA Reunion.

Are YOU one of them?

And remember – it’s not too late to sign up for the reunion!

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Oct 01, 2012
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Comments:  Please go to URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

The October 2012 Photographs of the Month have been posted.

Plaque Penley
Name:  Bert Gangolf  (12th RITS)Sep 30, 2012
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Comments:  Enjoyed the web page.

I was in the USAF from 08 Jan 1969 to 05Jan 1773.  Was a photo lab tech, stationed at Udorn RTAFB, Oct 1970 to Feb 1971.  Next assigned to 14th TRS PPIF in photo lab kodak versamat, then Pcs'ed to to the 12th Rits Tan Son Nhut Air Base, Vietnam, Feb 1971 to Oct 1971 and derosed back to the "World Oct 1971."At Tan Son Nhut, I lived in the barracks in front of Camp Alpha R&R center and across the street from the heliport.

The 12th Rits photo lab and 600th Combat Pix and 601st and the ever famous film storage area known as the "Bowling Alley" were located directly across the street from my barracks compound.

Work area compound was was barb wired to the teeth and only 2 heavily guarded entrace and exit points.   We had VNAF working with us.  Their NCO's and officers went to Lowry AFB, Denver, CO for photo lab training.

A funny thing I will remember, is they always talked about was the change of the seasons in Colorado.  Especially the snow.

Enough for now, please send a copy of the by -laws as I may be interested about becoming a member of the association.

To all my brothers and sisters, "GOD Bless You, WELCOME HOME."

Bert Gangolf
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Sep 28, 2012

1.  Allard, Paul A., Florida, 460th Armament and Electronic Maintenance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Doolittle, William O., South Carolina, 6994th Security Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Schultz, Gene, Wisconsin, Detachment 1, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, Scatback
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Sep 20, 2012
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Comments:  Three more Memorial Bench photographs have been posted at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/bench/photos.html

Please go there, view the new photos, and give feedback.

Plaque Penley
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Sep 20, 2012
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Comments:  Tan Son Nhut Association Life Members Bob Laymon and Charles Penley have got the definitive answer about the individual that was killed on the "Paris Control" radome, 619th Tactical Control Squadron, during the Battle for TSN, 31 January 1968.

At the time, on the Base Police and Security Police radio frequency, the initial report was that it was a VC on the ledge surrounding the radar domes (that looked like giant golf balls).

It turned out to be an American by the name of Sgt. Thomas Lee Klinzing who was defending his fighting position.

For detailed information, go to URL: http://www.377sps.org/2012.html

Plaque Penley
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Sep 19, 2012
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Comments:  Tan Son Nhut Association, Life Member, Bob Laymon, 377th CAMS, Scatback T-39, Crew Chief, sent us an email that speaks of two men who died at Tan Son Nhut Air Base.

Their names and photographs did not appear on our TSNA Memorial.

Thank to Bob Laymon, that oversight has been corrected.

At URL:   http://www.tsna.org/memorial/index.html

Their names and photographs have been added to the TSNA Memorial.

Their names are:  Major Aquilla Friend Britt and SSgt Curtis Edward Stieferman.  Please go to the Memorial page and see their photographs.

Thank you Bob, for having knowledge of these two men.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Sep 17, 2012

1.  Bryan, Dale F., Virginia, Detachment 2, 30th Weather Squadron
     (Renewed his membership to "Life Member")
2.  Mickle, William III, Massachusetts, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed for five years and donated to the "Memorial Bench Fund and the General Fund")

Plaque Fry
Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Sep 17, 2012
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Comments:  Tan Son Nhut Reunion 2012 Attendee's:  The Holiday Inn is completely filled according to our point of contact.  Hotels/motels nearby are:

Fairfield Inn Dayton Fairborn
2500 Paramount Place
Fairborn, OH 45324       (937) 427-0800

Hampton Inn Dayton/Fairborn
2550 Paramount Place
Fairborn, OH 45324       (937) 429-5505

Wingate by Wyndham Dayton Fairborn
3055 Presidential Drive
Fairborn, OH 45324       (937) 912-9350

Ramada Limited
2540 University Boulevard
Fairborn, OH 45324       (937) 490-2000

Homewood Suites by Hilton Dayton-Fairborn
2750 Presidential Drive
Fairborn, OH 45324       (937) 429-0600

George Plunkett
TSNA President

Plaque Plunkett
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Sep 06, 2012

1.  Bounds, Michael J., Mississippi, 178th Replacement Company, assigned to a Military Police
     unit  (Renewed his membership and donated to the "General Fund")
2.  Green, Michael L., Montana, 377th USAF Hospital, Military Quarantine Inspector
     and Communicable Disease Interviewer   (New Member)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Virgil Adams  (MACV HQ)Sep 16, 2012
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My name is Virgil Adams.  I served as liaison for MACV HQ and as commo and security on the night duty.

Made alot of good friends during my time there.

Virgil Adams
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Sep 11, 2012
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Comments:  To all of those who lost a Loved One eleven years ago today, we never forgot you yesterday. We did not forget you today. We will not forget you tomorrow. As long as there is an American still living, we will always remember! We love each and every one of the Sept. 11, 2001 victims and their Loved Ones.

Respect and remembrance,
Janice Jones
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Sep 06, 2012

1.  Dodge, Ted R., Indiana, 377th Supply Squadron
     (Renewed his membership and donated to the "General Fund")
2.  Mutti, Leo J., California, 377th Civil Engineer Squadron
     (New Member)
3.  Reiter, Donald L., Texas, 377th Finance
     (Renewed his membership)
4.  Reiter, Trinie, Texas, Wife of Donald L. Reiter
     (Renewed her membership)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Sep 06, 2012

1.  Sisco, Nathan E., Maryland, OL 1500 USAF Postal and Courier Service
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Westafer, Dennis L. Ohio, 141st Signal Battalion, Communications
     (New Member)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Sep 05, 2012

1.  Blades, Larry E., Maryland, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Boyer, Richard, Alabama, 7th Air Force Intelligence, Tactical Air Control Center
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Bucholz, Bernard W., Illinois, 1876th Communications Squadron, 7th AF HQ Comm Center
     (Renewed his membership)
4.  Krause, Ralph E., California, Headquarters, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Bob Chaffee  (Base Chaplain)Sep 05, 2012
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Comments:  The NY Times printed an obituary for General William Momyer on September 3rd.

He died September 2nd at Rockledge, Florida, age 95.

You can view his obituary online at URL:

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/09/03/us/gen-william-w-momyer-celebrated-pilot-dies-at-95.html
Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Sep 5, 2012
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Comments:  There has been a slight change to the Reunion schedule. We needed additional time for the buses to go from our hotel to the museum.

The new Reunion schedule is located at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/reunion/

Scroll down and click on the PDF icon for the schedule to see it.

George Plunkett
TSNA President

Plaque Plunkett
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Sep 05, 2012
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Comments:  Up above, you will see two green buttons, approximately 2" X 2 1/2" in size.

One button is labeled "Yearbook."  You can click on it and go to it and see numerous photographs of Tan Son Nhut Association Members.  Many of the photographs were taken when we were in Vietnam.  We were young women and men.

The second green button is labeled "Buildings."

If you have not submitted your Vietnam photograph to be displayed on this web page, then please do so soon.  You do not need to be in uniform, civilian clothing would be just fine.

IfYou can click on that one and see all the building that TSNA has been able to identify by building numbers.  If the building number has a blue line, click on the blue line to see that building.

If you have a photograph of a building and it is not shown, then email Charles Penley the photograph and we will post it quickly.

Plaque Penley
Name:  Richard Haycook  (1876th Communications Squadron)Sep 01, 2012
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Comments:  Good Day!  I am not a Tan Son Nhut Association member but I found this site while googling, "Tan Son Nhut Aeronautical Station".

I was there as a SSgt from July 1970 - 1971, with the 1876th Communications Squadron, as a radio operator.

Some of the birds we talked to were "NITNOY, Triple Nickel, and Bat."

We also flight followed "Santa" from Elmendorf to Yokota then to Saigon one "special" night.

The Aero station was situated on the base perimeter down the street from the Army Ammo dump.  We were on the opposite side of the flight line from the main base.

When we went out there in the back of a truck, we also stopped at the Commando Escort station (near where the fuel bladders were stored) to drop off radio operators there.

I don't recall many of the names (sorry), but among them were Airman Danny White, Airman Wright, and Airman Tillson.  Are any of them on this site?

I was wondering if there are any stories in the Revetments or any pictures of the Aero station on line?  I'd like to be able to capture some of that for a collection of my AF experiences.  I had pictures but they have been lost among moves.

I will come back at some time to visit again, but I don't get on the PC that often for such things.  I'm not much of a joiner either ... though I am a life member of the Vietnam Veterans of America. My personal email is above.  (6994th and USAFSS members will understand where I got the handle - I was also one of you before I retrained)."

Thanks for your help and "Welcome Home" to all of my comrades.

Rich Haycook (USAF MSGT Ret)
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Sep 01, 2012
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Comments:  To all of those attending the Dayton TSNA Family Reunion - we are so excited and looking forward to seeing you and spending time with you.

To all of those who will not be attending this reunion - we will hold each of you in our hearts and thoughts.  You will be missed!

Love you all,

Janice Jones
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Aug 31, 2012
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Comments:  Comments:  The September 2012 issue of Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use the following link to get to the main Revetments page.  Then click on the “2012” tab and the latest issue will be there.

http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

We now have 111 folks registered for the 2012 TSNA Reunion.

Are YOU one of them?

And remember – it’s not too late to sign up for the reunion!

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Aug 31, 2012
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Comments:  Please go to URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

The September 2012 Photographs of the Month have been posted.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 30, 2012

1.  Entress, Garry W., Texas, 377th Supply Squadron, Registered Equipment Management
     Section (Renewed his membership)
2.  Swift, Michael T., Kentucky, 377th Combat Support Group, Postal Operations/Augmentee
     with 377th Security Police Squadron (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 16, 2012

1.  Chung, David O., Utah, Advisor, VNAF Caribou Operations (Renewed his membership)
2.  Vaughn, Adrian L.,Virginia, MACV, CORDS HQ's (Renewed his membership for five years)

Plaque Fry
Today is August 10, 2012 and there is only fifty-seven days left, till the reunion.

It is going to be a special reunion, being as we are dedicating the "Memorial Bench."
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 16, 2012

1.  Cook, Denis R., Pennsylvania, 377th Security Police Squadron     (New Member)
2.  DiGuglielmo, Thomas J., Pennsylvania, 1876th Communications Squadron,
     Air Traffic Control     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Finkelstein, Lawrence J., Massachusetts, 3rd Field Hospital, Capt-MC in charge of Hospital
     Medical Service     (New Member)


Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 09, 2012

1.  Bennett, James A., Florida, U.S. Army Mortuary     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Duke, Walter Jr., Kentucky, 3rd Radio Research Unit, 224th Aviation BN. RR., Army Aviator
     and Aircraft Maintenance Officer     (Renewed his membership for "Five Years")
3.  Tidwell, Anthony K., Texas, 460th Field Maintenance Shop (AGE Shop)     (Renewed his
     membership for "Five Years")


Plaque Fry
Name:  Tim Butz  (12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron)Aug 07, 2012
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Comments:  Hello!  Does anyone recall any specifics for the photo flash cartridges used on the RF-4S?

I am interested in knowing how many were loaded on each side and the approximate size of the cartridge.

Any other details would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Tim Butz
Name:  Hurley R. Ballenger  (619th Tactical Control Squadron)Aug 07, 2012
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Comments:  Hello!  I just found the Tan Son Nhut Association web page and wanted to give a big "thumbs up and a well done!!!"

I was at Tan Son Nhut with the 619th Tactical Control Squadron (Paris Control, which was the twin radar towers that looked like golf balls.)

Hurley R. Ballenger ( USAF 1965 - 1973, SSGT )
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 01, 2012

1.  Goldberg, Murray I., California, 1876th Communications Squadron, Teletype repair
     (New Member)
2.  Lilly, Arnold R., Maryland, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (New Member, joined for five years, donated to the "Memorial Bench Fund")

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 01, 2012

1.  Jordan, Josesph J., Colorado, 360th Tactical Electronic Warfare
     (Renewed his membership and donated to the "Memorial Bench Fund")
2.  Moll, Kenneth L., Virginia, Det. I, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Treiber, Bob M., Alabama, 1876th Communications Squadron, AFSSO
     (Renewed his membership and donated to the "Memorial Bench Fund")

Plaque Fry
Name:  Johnnie Jernigan  (460th AEMS, Navigation Shop)Aug 06, 2012
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Comments:  Just a reminder.  The reunion is two months away and you still have time to order your reunion shirts (and other great stuff) and get it in time for the reunion.  Gary Redlinski has come up with another great reunion logo for the Dayton 2012 reunion.  I have received my shirt and my hoodie with the logo and they look great.

Check out all the great items at URL:    http://www.cafepress.com/TSNAReunionStore/8753094

See you at the reunion!

Johnnie

Plaque Jernigan
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 03, 2012

1.  Beyette, Peter F., New York, 6922nd Security Wing, Det 5
     (Renewed his membership, donation to the Memorial Bench Fund and General Fund)
2.  Lander, Dennis, California, 8th Aerial Port Squadron, Line Loading/Mobilities
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  McClellan, Thomas W., New York, 460th AMS
     (Renewed his membership, donation to the Memorial Bench and General Fund)
4.  Stine, Raymond C., Pennsylvania, 377th CAMS, Parachute/Life Support Group
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Aug 01, 2012

1.  Beyette, Peter F., New York, 6922nd Security Wing, Det 5
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Aug 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Comments:  The August 2012 issue of Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use the following link to get to the main Revetments page.  Then click on the “2012” tab and the latest issue will be there.

http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

We now have 89 folks registered for the 2012 TSNA Reunion.

Are YOU one of them?

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jul 31, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Please go to URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

The August 2012 Photographs of the Month have been posted.

Plaque Penley
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jul 31, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Please go to URL:

http://www.tsna.org/bench/photos.html

You can see 21 new pictures that have been posted pertaining to the Memorial Bench.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for us to do something so magnificent. Please consider coming to the Tan Son Nhut Association Reunion 2012, and help us "Dedicate the Bench."

The dedication will take place at the USAF Museum on Wright-Patterson AFB in Dayton, Ohio.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 30, 2012

1.  Johnston, Sidney F., Jr., New Mexico, 360th Tactical Electronic Warfare
     (Renewed his membership for five more years)
2.  Schultz, James W., Jr., Delaware, 19th Special Operations Sq,, Pilot - Aircraft Commander
     (Renewed his membership for five more years)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jul 27, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Veterans Forum, is having some very good exchange of information at URL:   http://www.facebook.com/groups/193536719934/

I invite you to come over and visit with us.

Share your knowledge with the other Tan Son Nhut Veterans.

If you like what you read and see, then join the group.  It does not cost you anything.

Your friendship is all that is requested.  It is a "Family-Friendly" facebook account.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 26, 2012

1.  Warner, Samuel H., California, MACV Support Command
     (New Member)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jul 25, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Assocation now has a page dedicated to information about Agent Orange. To view it, please click the Agent Orange banner below.


Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 24, 2012

1.  Ahrens, Susie "Dang", Utah, 377th Combat Support Group and 377th Services Squadron
     (New Member)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Harry F. Kelly, III  (7th AF HQ, Command Equipment Division Sq)Jul 22, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  My name is Harry F. Kelly, III and I was stationed at Tan Son Nhut Air Base, RVN from 8 April 1967 until 9 April 1968.

Assigned to 7th Air Force Headquarters, Command Equipment Division.  My OIC was Lt Col Stanley A. Morrow who retired as a 3 star General and has since passed away some years ago.

I have just recently moved to Millington, TN from my hometown of Greenville, NC.  I was the lead service officer for DAV Chapter 37, for a number of years and have moved on to carry on my work as a Veterans Advocate here in Tennessee.

Would like to hear from anyone who served at Tan Son Nhut during the time I was there.

I may be contacted at the above email address.

Harry F. Kelly, III
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 22, 2012

1.  Matkevich, Richard A., Pennsylvania, 55th Fighter Maintenance Squadron
     (New Member)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jul 15, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Only 83 days left until the TSNA, Reunion 2012.

Everyone who has not registered with the TSNA should be able to forsee the next 83 days to see if you will be able to attend or not.

We currently have (77) individuals registered and it will only grow.

Give it some serious thought and join with us to not only visit with each other but to dedicate the "Memorial Bench."

We expect many more to register.  The last time we went to Dayton, Ohio, we had 253 individuals in attendance.

This is a "Special Event" and should not be missed.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 11, 2012

1.  Ingram, Joseph E., Georgia, HQ, 2nd Air Division, Air Operations Center,Clerk Typist
     (Upgraded his membership to "Life Member")
2.  Lowe, Billy T., North Carolina, 1876th Communications Squadron
     (Renewed his membership and a donation to the "Memorial Fund" and "Endowment Fund")
3.  Pelkey, Norman R., Arkansas, 1876th Communications Sq., Air Traffic Controller/Saigon
     Approach Control RAPCON      (New Member)
4.  Skea, Richard B., Washington, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing
     (Renewed his membership and a donation to the "Memorial Fund" and "Endowment Fund")

Plaque Fry
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Jul 11, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I know!  You tell me that you don't have a paragraph or a few paragraphs to write to Larry Fry, for possible use in "Revetments."

But, listen up!  Everyone has something to say about their Vietnam experience.  It could be about you volunteering for Nam, your being automatically sent to Nam, your first view or day or last day in Nam.  Give me something funny or tearful about a day or even a minute of your time.

If you wrote a poem or song or even a quip about you or a buddy, then send it to Larry.  Revetments is only as good as the authors who submit their writings.

You, too, can be the next author.  Give Larry a story about your homecoming.  Some were good and some lacked any good at airports.

I would love to read anything that you would care to offer to the Revetments.

The Nam Vets, are the Revetments!

Welcome Home! Thank You!! You did Good!!!

Love,

Janice

P.S. See you all, in Dayton, in October.

Love,

Janny
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 11, 2012

1.  Hickman, Michael B., Virginia, U.S. Army Mortuary
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Jernigan, Fred T., 377th Security Police Squadron
     (New Member)
3.  Rose, David F., Washington, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Larry Salo  Jul 10, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  While I'm not able to travel I'd like to ask for your assistance.

I was a member of the 16th Signal Company-DECCA (U.S.Army) that was stationed on the air base.

If any members of this army unit contacts you, would you please forward me the info?

Thanks.

My then information:

SFC Lawrence "Larry" K. Salo

Platoon Sgt, North
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Jul 10, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Update: Our Brother Wayne has been moved to a hospital closer to his home. He is a Warrior and is working very hard on his recovery. Thank you Wayne and Tobey for all that you have done for us and for our TSNA. You are in our prayers, good thoughts and wishes.

Hang in there!!!

Love,

Janny
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 10, 2012

1.  Anisko, Robert G., Pennsylvania, 6220th Air Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Gales, Robert R., Virginia, 377th Combat Support Group, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate
     (Renewed his membership for five years)
3.  Greenwood, George E., Idaho, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron, Airframe Repairman
     (Renewed his membership)
4.  Kolodziej, Edward T., Massachusetts, Oceanographic Air Survey Unit, US Navy
     (Renewed his membership and made a "Donation to the Memorial Bench")
5.  Mortimer, John C., Jr., California, 120th Attack Helicopter Company
     (New Member)
6.  Segesser, Werner T., Washington, 377th Supply Squadron
     (New Member, came onboard as a "Life Member")


Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 09, 2012

1.  Brown, Charles V., Virginia, HQ 7th Air Force
     (Renewed his membership and a Donation to the General Fund)
2.  Brown, Randall W., Indiana, OL1508 Postal and Courier
     (Renewed his membership and a Donation to the General Fund and Memorial Bench Fund)
3.  Donnelly, Lawrence G., New Jersey, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
4.  Frank, William, Wisconsin, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
5.  Linnemann, Robert B., Maryland, 8th Aerial Port (Traffic Analysis)
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Dwight  Jul 04, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I am trying to locate info on what I think to be and Airman that was involved in the "Battle of Tan Son Nhut Air base, on 31 Jan, 1968."

I have heard a voice on a recording of the battle to be of someone with the call sign of "Echo-1".

The recording starts out real calm then goes to pieces, in approx 11 to 15 minutes.  I belive the soldier is in a bunker on the South end of the Air Base.

Thanks for any help.

Dwight
25th ID

I just now sent you a lengthy email.

Plaque Penley
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Jul 04, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Comments:  Last Wednesday, Wayne Salisbury, had an accident and suffered burns to his face and one hand.

He is receiving hospital treatment for the injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.

Tobey expresses their thanks for all the thoughts and prayers that have already gone out to them and would appreciate our continued prayers as well, as it will be a long total recovery period.

Plaque Fry
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Jul 03, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Once again, we are blessed to celebrate another 4th of July.  The magic number this time is 236 and during those years, millions of valiant men and women have paid the price for Our Freedom.

It never has been free and it never will be!  Thank you, to all of those generations past who made "Our Freedom Strong and Blessed."

Thank you, to all of the TSNA Brothers and Sisters who have given of themselves to pay for all of the "Freedoms" under which we now live.

Fly your flags!  Enjoy all of the celebrations!  Be safe.  Be happy.  You are the TSNA!

Honors to you,

Janice Jones

P.S. If you are in harm's way because of fire, water, drought, health or power outages, you are in our prayers.
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 02, 2012

1.  Cooley, Richard A., Alabama, Det 1, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing, Ground Crew
     (New Member)
2.  Potter, Joseph D., Massachusetts, 6250th OMS (C-123)
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Ken Winchester  (US Army Support Group, USASGV)Jul 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Just checked for the July 2012 Photographs, and was happy to see another great presentation.Thanks so much for the monthly presentations, as I always look forward to viewing the photographs.

This month's selection was very good, provides more information on the Sentry Dogs and people who patrolled with the dogs.

The dogs were a very important part of the Vietnam Way.

Secondly, thanks for including my photograph in the TSNA Yearbook.  I just discovered the Yearbook this P.M. as I paged to the bottom of the photo page.

Again thanks for the photo inclusion,and the continued great work you do with the TSNA web site.

Respectfully,

Kenneth Winchester
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Jul 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Comments:  The July 2012 issue of Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use the following link to get to the main Revetments page.  Then click on the “2012” tab and the latest issue will be there.

http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

We now have 71 folks registered for the 2012 TSNA Reunion.

Are YOU one of them?

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jul 01, 2012

1.  Clark, David, New Hampshire, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron, Sheet Metal Shop
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Klisch, Thomas A., Virginia, 12th Reconnaissance Intelligence Technical Squadron
     (New Member)
3.  Lenhardt, John A., Illinois, 7th Air Force SAC SARPF
     (Renewed his membership for five years)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Johnnie Jernigan  (460th AEMS, Navigation Shop)Jun 27, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association PX/BX has added six new items for sale. Visit the PX/BX page at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/tsnapxbx/

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and look for items T-43 through T-49 to see the new offerings.

Plaque Jernigan
Name:  Charles Penley  Jun 27, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  If you went through basic at Lackland Air Force Base and were part of Squadron 3709, Flight 1404, November 1968, I have a graduation photograph on the internet.

It is located at URL:   http://www.377sps.org/1404/index.html

Perhaps you will recognize someone in the photograph.  My friend, Edwin J. Smith, found it at a flea market and bought it for one dollar.

Would like to find a rightful home for it.

If not an individual, then I will send it to Lackland.

Charles Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 27, 2012

1.  Donnelly, William E., New Jersey, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing (A&E)
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Rich Carvell  12th RITS (Photo Lab OIC) Jun 26, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   What the "Memorial Bench," means to me!

As we anticipate the October TSNA Reunion in Dayton, Ohio and the dedication of a Memorial Bench on the grounds of the Air Force Museum, many pictures flash through my mind.

I see the men and women with whom I served at the 12th RITS and I imagine them gathered around the bench, remembering the good times.

Then, the image expands to include those in the other many, many organizations at Tan Son Nhut Air Base and I see in my mind’s eye thousands and thousands of men and women gathered around the Memorial Bench.

It is a time for us to honor them …  those of us who were fortunate enough to came home alive … and to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice while at TSN in the service of this great country ... and to remember those who have departed this life since the war came to an end.

The TSNA Memorial Bench says to all:  "You are not forgotten."

Thanks to all and God bless!!

Rich Carvell

Plaque Carvell
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 25, 2012

1.  Longpre, Terence, Florida, 377th Supply Squadron (SEA Mobile EOD)
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Carol Bessette  (Headquarters, 7th Air Force)Jun 19, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   What the "Memorial Bench," means to me!

In some ways, the Tan Son Nhut Association Memorial Bench is the "period" at the end of the "sentence" when I think of my time at TSN.

In it, I see my memories, both good and bad, in a much more personal way than I can with the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

The Wall is, to me, about the totality of the war.  The TSN Memorial Bench, is about a certain place, about certain people, about certain events, and about an unforgettable year of my life.

Carol Bessette (1968-69)

Plaque Besssette
Name:  Johnnie Jernigan  (460th AEMS, Navigation Shop)Jun 19, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   What the "Memorial Bench," means to me!

The Memorial Bench and the two Plaques are the Tan Son Nhut Association’s way of saying "THANKS" to all our Brothers and Sisters who touched TSN is some way.

I am so proud to have worked on the committee as I see it as "MY WAY" to honor and say thanks to all those who worked beside me and protected me during my time at TSN and it helps me to remember all those who came before and after me.

It also honors a large group of Vets who have suffered and are still suffering today from the “Silent Wounds” they experienced while at TSN.

They are in my prayers!

Johnnie

Plaque Jernigan
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jun 18, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Today begins the countdown to the TSNA 2012 Reunion.

110 days to go.

Everyone should now begin to evaluate if they are able to attend or not.

We already have sixty-two (62) individuals registered to attend.  We expect many more to register.  The last time we went to Dayton, Ohio, we had 253 individuals in attendance.

This is a "Special Event" and should not be missed.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 18, 2012

1.  Roan, William D., Alabama, 377th Combat Support Group (Base Civic Action)
     (Renewed his membership, donation, "Memorial Bench Fund" and "General Fund")

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 17, 2012

1.  Niland, Thomas J., Nebraska, 1st MOB/1876th Communications Sq., 7th AF COMM Ctr.
     (New Member)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Gary Redlinski  (US Army Mortuary, Graves Registration)Jun 15, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   What the "Memorial Bench," means to me!

It verifies that my time at Tan Son Nhut was real and brings back memories of the thousands of GI’s that passed through the air base by way of the "Mortuary," because “they gave all”.

Gary Redlinski

Plaque Redlinski
Name:  Bill Coup  (460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing)Jun 15, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   What the "Memorial Bench," means to me!

Those of us who were stationed at and passed through, Tan Son Nhut Air Base, answered our nation's call and performed our duties in support of the mission we were sent to accomplish.  Many of us saw combat and others never heard a shot fired in anger.  Regardless, we all did our duty and returned to a nation that often didn't care or condemned us for doing our duty.  All that is now history and, thankfully, today's servicemen and women are treated with more respect upon their return from war zones.

We now dedicate this memorial to both those who gave their lives in service to their country and those who returned with wounds, seen and unseen.   This memorial will remind all those who see it, about those who served in a place we will never forget and those we served with.

May God watch over us all.

Bill Coup

Plaque Coup
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jun 15, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   What the "Memorial Bench," means to me!

When the concept of the Tan Son Nhut Association, "Memorial Bench," first came to light, I was immediately in favor of it.

The bench represents all of the men and women who were assigned to, or came through, Tan Son Nhut.

Some of our TSNA Members, were not in Vietnam but because of family or friends stationed there, wanted to become members.

This memorial bench will be at the USAF Museum, in Dayton, Ohio, long after we have all passed on to the next life.

It is just one part, of my legacy.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 15, 2012

1.  Carnahan, James D., Florida, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron, Structural Repair
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Hildreth, Tom, Vermont, 1876th Communications Sq., Tech Control
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Mackey, Arthur L., Jr., Florida, 716th MP BN., CO C
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Jun 12, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Happy Birthday, United States Army, June 14, 2012.  You have been going strong for two hundred and thirty six years.

Please go to URL:   http://www.army.mil/Birthday/236/

It's also Flag Day, June 14, 2012.  (Show your Flag.)

Please go to URL:   http://www.enewspf.com/latest-news/latest-national/34109-presidential-proclamation-flag-day-and-national-flag-week-2012.html

George Plunkett
TSNA President

Plaque Plunkett
Name:  Robert B. Espinoza  Jun 10, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  My name is Robert Espinoza.  I was in the U.S. Navy, assigned to DCA SAM.

I was in a van with 3 others, when YN1 Richard Winfred Riley, was killed in the accident.

I've never found out what happened to the two other passengers and I've forgotten their names.

It occurred on Aug 27, 1969, right outside the Tan Son Nhut Air Base.

If there is anyone who knows of this incident, please contact me, I have so many questions.

Robert B. Espinoza
USN, YN3

I just now sent you a lengthy email.

Plaque Penley
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 09, 2012

1.  Sinclair, Leonard, Colorado, Navy Pilot P2V-7
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 05, 2012

1.  Crist, Edward L., Oregon, 377th Air Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership for five years)
2.  Duval, Richard, Massachusetts, 460th Field Maintenance
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Kricho, Donald R., Michigan, USNR Veteran and USAF Veteran, Korea and Cold War Era
     (New Member)
4.  McLaren, Michael P., Maryland, 1st Sig Bn, USA
     (Renewed his membership to Life Member and a donation to the General Fund.)


Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 03, 2012

1.  Ives, Michael M., Nevada, 460th Field Maintenance Sq, 460th TAC Recon Wing
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Zohn, Edward W., Pennsylvania, 19th Air Command Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jun 03, 2012

1.  Carmichael, Floyd E., Michigan, 377th Combat Support Group, Field Maintenance Sq.
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Marmon, Thomas B., Sr. Ohio, 377th Field Maintenance Sq., Aircraft Corrosion Control
     (New Member, came onboard as a "Life Member")

Plaque Fry
Name:  Ruth (Cummins) Richardson  Jun 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Tan Son Nhut Association Members:

I was "googling" Tan Son Nhut to find pictures from 1970-1973, when I came across your TSNA website.   My father, Omega "Bus" Cummins was the TSN airport engineer from 1970 - 1973.

He was with FAA (CAAG) out of Kansas City and had civilian status with USAID.

He died an untimely death on December 12, 1973, at the Saigon Adventist Hospital, as a medical plane was scheduled to fly him home to Kansas.  He was sixty years old.

His immediate supervisor was Richard E. Burt, and Dr. Marsa is listed as being there.

Would any of TSNA's members have any memories of meeting or worked with my father?

Previously, 1960-1964, he was in Laos, working with the Muong and no doubt Air America, while the family lived in Bangkok.

However some other service members may have met my father.

This letter to TSNA may be a long-shot, but worth a try.

If anyone of the organization's members knew my father in Saigon or Vientiane/Laos, I would like to talk to them.

I watched the 50-year commemoration yesterday at the Vietnam Memorial in D.C., and even now I find that the war still has an enormous impact on me, as I grew up over there when the "secret war" was underway, and the military was obviously already involved in SE Asia/Vietnam.

I hope to have communication from TSNA either way - just to know if any member of your group, TSNA.org, may have information.

Sincerely,

Ruth (Cummins) Richardson
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Jun 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   ATTN:  All TSNA members with AOL email addresses!

When a new issue of Revetments gets posted on the TSNA website I send out emails to the 446 members of TSNA who have internet access.

Today, I received info that the over 70 TSNA members who have AOL internet addresses DID NOT GET my email announcing the latest issue.

I have made contacts with my local internet service provider, and everyone says it is an AOL problem, so I don’t know what else to do except to tell you to check out the TSNA website at the beginning of each month, for sure, for the latest issue of Revetments.

Thank You.

Larry E. Fry
Editor, Revetments

Plaque Fry
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)May 31, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Please go to the Photograph of the Month webpage at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

There you will see the new photographs for June 2012.

Charles Penley

Plaque Penley
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)May 31, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   The June 2012, issue of the TSNA newsletter, Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use this link to get to it:   http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

Larry E. Fry
Editor, Revetments

Plaque Fry
Name:  Tan Son Nhut Association  May 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The name Tan Son Nhut Association, on Face Book, has been changed and is no longer used at a site that was not affiliated with our association.

That does not mean that our name will not appear in the futrue on other locations or on other sites without our permission or knowledge.

There may be social media sites where the name “Tan Son Nhut Association” or the acronym “TSNA” are used that are not affiliated with TSNA.

TSNA does not endorse, nor is it affiliated with such social media sites.

TSNA does not endorse, control, monitor or guarantee the information contained in these sites.

In no event shall TSNA be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused, or alleged to be caused by or in connection with those sites.

The above words were submitted by our attorney.

Thanks,

Tan Son Nhut Association
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:May 21, 2012

1.  Burney, William H., Georgia, 346th Troop Carier Squadron, (TDY from Pope AFB, NC)
     (New Member)

Plaque Fry
Name:  Myrl Briggs  (3rd ARRG, Det 3, HH-3 Flight)May 22, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I was stationed at Tan Son Nhut, in 1972 with the 3rd ARRG, Det 3, HH-3 flight.

I am looking for a copy of the Jolly Green Patch we wore (don't believe it was ever official).

I was the avionics comm/nav specialist on the HH-3E's that were assigned to the unit from about April 1972 until about September 1972.

Thanks,

Myrl Briggs, Capt, USAF Retired
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)May 22, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Once again on May 28, 2012, we are given an opportunity to celebrate, remember and honor the Military men and women who served and paid their price for wearing the uniform.

The last draftee has retired after a lifetime of service.  Now, we have an all Volunteer military.  We are smaller now and just as the Vietnam Veteran, it is very young.  Because of the lack of a welcome home and lack of recognition for Vietnam service, these present day Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy and Coast Guard military do receive a welcome home, thank you and you did good.

Nam Vets have paved an easier path to the services offered by the VA.   Treatments of the injured in the field has shortened the response time and treatment of the Iraqi and Afghanistan soldiers.  Once again, Nam Vets still serve their country and fellow veterans.

This October, the TSNA and their guests shall gather in Dayton, Ohio to dedicate the TSNA Memorial Bench, for all Nam Vets.   The 500+ members are the TSNA and we hope to see as many Brothers and Sisters standing beside each other to make this memorial official.  You all never received the homecoming that you earned and deserve!  So, we ourselves shall pay all Nam Vets the homage due them.   After all, we are the TSNA and that is how we do things.

Welcome Home!  Thank you!!  You did good!!!  You all, are my Heroes!

Have the best Memorial Day that you possibly can.

Love,

Janice Jones

P.S.  Welcome to the Brothers and Sisters of other organizations who have chosen to join us and be part of the Memorial dedication and celebration.  As we say down here in the South - come on in, take off your shoes and make yourself at home.

R - recognition
A - appreciations
H - honor
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Nam Vets and TSNA Rock!!!
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:May 20, 2012

1.  Howell, Don P., Texas, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership, made a "Donation to the General Fund))
2.  Steele, William A., Texas, Tactical Electronic Weapons Squadron, Pilot, Instructor F. E.
     Scatback, 7th AF, OIC Recip. Div.  (New Member)


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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:May 18, 2012

1.  Price, John J., South Carolina, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Segraves, Donald J., California, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (New Member)
3.  Seifert, Arnold A., Wisconsin, 377th Civil Engineering Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Sarah Anderson  May 15, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I came across your site, Tan Son Nhut Association and noticed that we share a similar interest in the health and wellness of Veterans.

I think that your site offers a wonderful source of information and relevant resources to your viewers.  I believe I have a great addition to your collection of links.

My name is Sarah Anderson, the Communications Director for Mesothelioma Resource Online.  Approximately 30% of all patients in the US diagnosed with this lethal form of cancer served in the military at some point.

However, our site, located at URL:  www.MesotheliomaSymptoms.com is an excellent resource to learn about Asbestos, in the military and the various treatment options, for Mesothelioma.

Respectfully,

Sarah Anderson
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:May 15, 2012

1.  Earnest, Tom A., Texas, 377th Combat Support Group
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Smith, Jimmy L., OH, OLAA, Det. 2, 15th Aerial Spt. Sq., Quinhon Army Airfield, Air Freight
     (New Member)

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Name:  Joe Kricho  (1876th Communications Squadron)May 14, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Tan Son Nhut Association Members:  Fourty-two (42) years later, another Vietnam Veteran, is to posthumously receive the "Medal of Honor," at a White House ceremony on Wednesday, May 16, 2012.

Please go to URL:   http://vvmf.wordpress.com/2012/05/14/so-others-may-live/

Name:  Richard Fulton  May 11, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  TWO NATIONAL NEWS STORIES of interest to Vietnam Veterans

#1  Mothers Day, addition of ten more names to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.  Keynote speech will be given by Lieutenant General Claude M. Kicklighter, US Army, Retired.  General Kicklighter is the Department of Defense Director of Commemorations.

#2  On Memorial Day, the Secretary of Defense will host the National Announcement and a Proclamation for the 50th Commemoration of the Vietnam War, at the Wall in Washington D.C.

For additional information and verification, contact the USA Vietnam Commemoration Office in Arlington, Virginia.  The phone number is 703-588-0213.
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:May 07, 2012

1.  Munoz, Gary, Ohio, 7th AF / 13th AF, Scatback, SEFE Pilot - T-39 Aircraft Group
     (New Member, joined for five years)
2.  Reed, James L., California, 7th AF Flt Ops, Scatback T-39 Instructor
     (Renewed his membership)

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:May 05, 2012

1.  Butz, Tim, Nebraska, 12th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership and made a donation to the Memorial Fund)
2.  Estrada, Gilbert J., Mississippi, 7th AF Directorate of Operational Intelligence
     (Renewed his membership and made a donation to the General Fund)
3.  Love, Terry M., Kansas, 1st Signal Brigade (USA), Aviation Section
     (Renewed his membership and made a donation to the General Fund)
4.  Messer, Lowell, Alabama, 6250th Combat Support Group
     (Renewed his membership)
5.  Penn, Hugh D., Georgia, 633rd Combat Support Group, CBPO
     (Renewed his membership)
6.  Starks, George B., Utah, 377th Combat Support Group, CBPO
     (Renewed his membership)

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:May 03, 2012

1.  Hegele, Robert Sr., Pennsylvania, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership.)
2.  Williams, Steven, Virginia, 8th Aerial Port Squadron
     (Renewed his membership.)
3.  Young, James, Florida, SJO 3754
     (Renewed his membership.)

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)May 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Please go to the Photograph of the Month webpage at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

There you will see the new photographs for May 2012.

Charles Penley

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Name:  John Schlobohm  (110th Aviation Company Depot)May 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Trying to find some people to help post photos and get a site started for the 110th Aviation Depot, AMMC, Tan Son Nhut Air Base VietNam.  Or if any one already knows of such an existing site, please reply with information.

Thanks,

John Schlobohm, Spec-5
110th Aviation Company Depot
August 1969 to Sept 1970
Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Apr 30, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   The May 2012, issue of the TSNA newsletter, Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use this link to get to it:   http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

Larry E. Fry
Editor, Revetments

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 27, 2012

1.  Busillo, Richard P., Pennsylvania, 120th Assault Helicopter Company, Crew Chief, Gunner
     (New Member, joined for five years.)

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Name:  Jeff Ramaley  Apr 26, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Hello, I'm wondering if some one could help me.  I collect Vietnam gear.  One of the items, I've picked up is a beret from the 19th Air Commando unit.

The pin has a black crow wearing a green beret, with a red parachute.

With this, I've got the rocker, "Air Commando" and a pocket patch.

The patch has a pinkish crow, wearing a red beret.

My queston is, "Why the different color beret?

Did the men in this unit, wear a red beret or a green one, or both ?

Thank you for your time,

Jeff
Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Apr 26, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Many of you were drafted and many of you volunteered.  When the call to arms went out across the lands, you answered and into battle you did go.   You did not know what your final destination would be.  You walked into harm's way and you became Heroes!  Many did not return. Some have yet to return.  Wherever their final resting place is beneath some unknown ground, it is forever and beyond, hallowed.  It is ground marked and only known by God - Our Father.

Thank you every day for the many blessings of freedom bought, paid for and secured by the many sacrifices of all heroic Military veterans.   We remember your sacrifices!  We honor your courage!  We do not and will never forget that it was you who paid the high price for all of our Freedoms!

Salute,

Janice Jones
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 24, 2012

1.  Cragg, James L., Pennsylvania, 7th Air Force Headquartets, Directorate of Munitions
     (Renewed his membership.)
2.  Bullard, Lynn E., Texas, Det 1, 834th Airlift Division
     (Renewed his membership.)

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Name:  Gary Redlinski  (USA Mortuary, Graves Registration)Apr 18, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Attached is this year’s Tan Son Nhut Association, Reunion Logo and website where the apparel can be purchased.  The proceeds from sales will go to the TSNA BX/PX.

Please go to URL:     http://www.cafepress.com/tsnareunionstore



Gary
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 18, 2012

1.  Layman, Lester C., Texas, 360th Tactical Reconnaissance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership for five years.)

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Name:  Art Farash  (US Army)Apr 16, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I saw this site and wondering if there are any photos or articles on the Eastern Orthodox Easter at Tan Son Nhut, in 1968.  Several of us Orthodox soldiers from the 4th Inf Div got TDY to travel there for Easter, where USAF Chaplain Michael Margitich had Easter Liturgy.

CW3 Art Farash, RET
Name:  Tammy M. Jenkins   Apr 16, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  My dad was stationed at Tan Son Nhut in 1969.  He was a loadmaster on a C-123 cargo plane in the Air Force.

I would like to find out if there is anyone in the association who might have been stationed with my dad.  Unfortunately he passed away in 1987 at the age of 53.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

His name was James Lloyd Morman and he was SSGT.

Tammy Morman Jenkins
Name:  Paul Gwynn  (6250th Support Sq., HQ 7th Air Force)Apr 15, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I found an interesting web site that contains a free download of the pamphlet we were all given upon arrival in Vietnam DoD PG 21A "A pocket guide to Vietnam".

Click on the URL:   http://www.1stcavmedic.com/VNPocketGuide.pdf

FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 14, 2012

1.  Anselmo, Robert, Illinois, 552nd Transportation Co., (Car) Troop Command, USARV HQ
     (New Member)

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Name:  Joseph S. Kricho  (1876th Comminications Squadron)Apr 13, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I just wanted to say thank you to all members of the 377th Security Police Squadron for all that they did in keeping us safe at Tan Son Nhut.   In particular, the night of Jan 31, 1968 will forever remain in my mind.

This Veterans Day, I plan on visiting the Vietnam Memorial in our nation’s capital and plan to do a rubbing of the names of those who made the ultimate sacrifice that night as my personal tribute and memorial.

I am also looking forward to the Tan Son Nhut Association (TSNA) reunion in Dayton, OH this year in order to renew acquaintance with those who I served with at Tan Son Nhut, and for the TSNA to dedicate a memorial bench at the National Museum of the Air Force.

Joseph Kricho
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 11, 2012

1.  McBride, James C., Missouri, USA STRATCOM Regional Comms Group (US Army)
     (New Member, joined for five years.)
2.  Weaver, Samuel R., Texas, Scatback, Instructor Pilot U-3B
     (Renewed his membership for five years.)

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 09, 2012

1.  Carter, Steve, Mississippi, 377th Civil Engineer Squadron
     (Renewed for five years, donated to the "Memorial Bench Fund and the General Fund".)
2.  Cooperman, Ira B., New York, Headquarters 7th Air Force
     (Renewed his membership.)
3.  Fanty, Kenneth W., Ohio, 19th Spec. Ops. Squadron
     (New Member.)
4.  Gardner, Ron G., Rhode Island, 1876th Communications Squadron
     (Renewed his membership.)
5.  Martin, Floyd M., Washington, 6250th Combat Support Group, 377th Supply Squadron
     (Renewed his membership.)
6.  Rumberg, Morton M., California, 377th Combat Support Group, TACC
     (Renewed his membership.)
7.  Webb, Mary J., California, 7th Air Force Office of History, Clerical Work
     (Renewed her membership for five years.)

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Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Apr 08, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Here we are again preparing to celebrate the most important day!  Don't eat too many candy eggs or chocolate bunnies.  Enjoy the weekend.

Happy Easter to All!!!

Love,

Janice Jones
Name:  Adrian L. Vaughn  Apr 04, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I am in search of anyone that served at MACV Headquarters from 1968 - 1970.  Especially anyone that served in any of the areas/departments of CORDS.

Also, I would like to be in contact with anyone that married a Vietnamese.

Thanks for your help.

Adrian Vaughn
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 03, 2012

1.  Smith, Franz D., North Carolina, 1876th Communications Squadron
     (New Member, signed up for five years.)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Apr 03, 2012

1.  Balistreri, Guy J., Wisconsin, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron, Propeller Shop
     (New Member.)

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Apr 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Please go to the Photograph of the Month webpage at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

There you will see the new photographs for April 2012.

Charles Penley

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Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Apr 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   The April issue of the TSNA newsletter, Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use this link to get to it:   http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

Larry E. Fry
Editor, Revetments

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 29, 2012

1.  Frazier, William A., Colorado, 377th Civil Engineer Squadron
     (New Member.)
2.  Hewelt, Barry R., Michigan, 12th Reconnaissance Intelligence Technical Squadron
     (New Member and came on board for five years.)
3.  Nieves, Louis A., New York, 377th Supply Squadron (Clothing Issue)
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  President Barack Obama  Mar 29, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  www.whitehouse.gov

The White House

Office of the Press Secretary

For Immediate Release

March 29, 2012

Presidential Proclamation -- Vietnam Veterans Day

VIETNAM VETERANS DAY

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

A PROCLAMATION


On January 12, 1962, United States Army pilots lifted more than 1,000 South Vietnamese service members over jungle and underbrush to capture a National Liberation Front stronghold near Saigon. Operation Chopper marked America's first combat mission against the Viet Cong, and the beginning of one of our longest and most challenging wars. Through more than a decade of conflict that tested the fabric of our Nation, the service of our men and women in uniform stood true. Fifty years after that fateful mission, we honor the more than 3 million Americans who served, we pay tribute to those we have laid to rest, and we reaffirm our dedication to showing a generation of veterans the respect and support of a grateful Nation.

The Vietnam War is a story of service members of different backgrounds, colors, and creeds who came together to complete a daunting mission. It is a story of Americans from every corner of our Nation who left the warmth of family to serve the country they loved. It is a story of patriots who braved the line of fire, who cast themselves into harm's way to save a friend, who fought hour after hour, day after day to preserve the liberties we hold dear. From Ia Drang to Hue, they won every major battle of the war and upheld the highest traditions of our Armed Forces.

Eleven years of combat left their imprint on a generation. Thousands returned home bearing shrapnel and scars; still more were burdened by the invisible wounds of post-traumatic stress, of Agent Orange, of memories that would never fade. More than 58,000 laid down their lives in service to our Nation. Now and forever, their names are etched into two faces of black granite, a lasting memorial to those who bore conflict's greatest cost.

Our veterans answered our country's call and served with honor, and on March 29, 1973, the last of our troops left Vietnam. Yet, in one of the war's most profound tragedies, many of these men and women came home to be shunned or neglected -- to face treatment unbefitting their courage and a welcome unworthy of their example. We must never let this happen again. Today, we reaffirm one of our most fundamental obligations: to show all who have worn the uniform of the United States the respect and dignity they deserve, and to honor their sacrifice by serving them as well as they served us. Half a century after those helicopters swept off the ground and into the annals of history, we pay tribute to the fallen, the missing, the wounded, the millions who served, and the millions more who awaited their return. Our Nation stands stronger for their service, and on Vietnam Veterans Day, we honor their proud legacy with our deepest gratitude.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and the laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim March 29, 2012, as Vietnam Veterans Day. I call upon all Americans to observe this day with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that commemorate the 50 year anniversary of the Vietnam War.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twenty-ninth day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand twelve, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-sixth.

BARACK OBAMA
FROM THE MEMORIAL BENCH COMMITTEE:Mar 29, 2012

At URL: http://www.tsna.org/bench/photos.html

You will be able to view the newest photographs of the Memorial Bench construction process.
Name:  Barry Hewelt  (12th RITS)Mar 23, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Many thanks for the great web site!  I was there for TET 1968, working with the 12th RITS, in the Intell building just west of 7th AF HQ.

Our hooch was just to the north of the army heliport and directly east of Camp Alpha.  My job was to locate targets on aerial photography along lines of communication such as roads and waterways and I created target boxes for "Arc Light" strikes.

Still can't help being curious and interested whenever I hear a chopper approaching, after living with them coming in right over my hooch during my "tour."

All of you who were there will forever be my brothers and sisters and I'm thankful to be writing to you today.

Bless us all.

Barry Hewelt
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 19, 2012

1.  Geisler, Edmond H., California, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron, Engine Shop
     (Renewed his membership and donation to the General Fund.)
2.  McCarthy, James B., Florida, 8th Aerial Port Squadron, Cargo, Material Recovery
     (New Member.)
3.  Pontarelli, Alvin J., Rhode Island, 377th Civil Engineer Squadron, Carpenter Shop
     (New Member and came on board for five years.)

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 16, 2012

1.  Knight, David L., Montana, 460th Avionics Maintenance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership for another year.)
2.  Law, Bobby W., Oklahoma, 460th AMS (ECM Shop)
     (Renewed his membership to "Life Member," donation to the Memorial Bench Fund.)

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 12, 2012

1.  Bessette, Carol S.,
     (Made another donation to the Memorial Bench Fund.)
2.  Brooks, Frederick, Pennsylvania, 1964th Communications Group, Administration
     (Renewed his membership, a donation to the Memorial Bench Fund and the General Fund.)
3.  Martin, Floyd M.,
     (Made another donation to the Memorial Bench Fund.)

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 12, 2012

1.  Mitchell, Michael R., California, 12th Reconnaissance Intelligence Technical Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Oszman, Michael J., Texas, U. S. Army
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Robertson, M. A. (Robbie), Virginia, 1964th Communications Squadron
     (Renewed his membership and made another donation to the Memorial Bench Fund.")

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Name:  Ron Ikeda  Mar 08, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I am trying to locate information on flights in and out of Tan Son Nhut Air Base Vietnam, in 1969.

I was an Air Force Staff Sergeant and my name was on a flight manifest which I was told would be released to the Library of Congress after 40 years.

Much of the mission was classified and all information was shredded.  Could you please let me know if this information can be found?

I heard on the news that the Pentagon released some Vietnam era information last year and wondered if this may be a part of what I am looking for.

Thank you,

Ron Ikeda
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 08, 2012

1.  Baird, Patrick, Wyoming, 460th Field Maintenance
     (Renewed his membership, donation to the "Memorial Bench Fund and the General Fund")
2.  Passi, Henry R., Maryland, 7th Air Force Flt Ops, Scatback, T-39 Instructor
     (Renewed his membership, donation to the "Memorial Bench and the General Fund")
3.  Reveaux, Mark, Connecticut, 377th Supply Squadron
     (Renewed his membership")

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 06, 2012

1.  Hall, Richard A., Connecticut, 1st Sig Bde, 69th Sig BN, 39D2T Fixed Station Tech Control
     (Renewed his membership")
2.  Hoffmann, Bruce, Tennessee, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership for five years.")
3.  Kraemer, John R., Minnesota, 460th Avionics Maintenance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership")

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Name:  Carol Bessette  (Headquarters, 7th Air Force)Mar 05, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  If you have some extra time, you might want to wander around in the ANC website -- the new one. (It was not .mil before -- that is new since the Army took actions, starting in 2010, to "straighten things out.)

You might just want to see the photo montage that is on the Home Page. But, they are trying more and more to make it useful and of interest to people who are not attending funerals. Their long-range goal is for the grandson in Idaho, who may never get to DC, to be able to look up Grandpa and to see his grave. Not yet possible, but all sorts of changes are afoot. Much of this is tied to the technology changes that I heard briefed at a recent VVA chapter meeting--I wrote about that a few months ago. GPS will rule!

They have a new motto, as shown on the Home Page: Honor, Remember, Explore. That last part is to share the almost 150 years of national history that is represented through and in the Cemetery. You can click on the History button, and learn more, both the history (how it came to be a cemetery) and of some of the distinguished (not necessarily household names) buried there.

Please go to URL:   http://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Default.aspx

Carol Bessette

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 05, 2012

1.  Cutler, Morris, Nevada, 309th ACS (C-123 Flight Engineer)
     (Renewed his membership for five years")
2.  Fairbank, Ronald D., New York, 33rd CAMRON, 2nd Air Division
     (Renewed his membership and "Donated to the Memorial Bench Fund")
3.  Jarboe, Robert D., Maryland, 6220th USAF Disp. and 33d USAF Disp.
     (Renewed his membership and "Donated to the General Fund")

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Name:  Gary R. Fields  (377th Civil Engineer Squadron)Mar 02, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I have made reservation for the Tan Son Nhut Association, Reunion, Oct 2012, at the Holiday Inn - Fairborn, Ohio.

Join Us!

Gary Fields
Name:  Walt D'Ambrosio  (460th Avionics Maintenance Squadron)Mar 02, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Thought TSNA Members might want to see this:

Please go to the following link:   USO Invisible Wounds

Welcome home brothers,

Walt D'Ambrosio
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Mar 02, 2012

1.  Borland, Dale R., North Carolina, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership and a "Donation to the Bench Memorial Fund")
2.  Bowen, John G., Florida, 377th Munitions Maintenance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Stinson, Timothy M., Massachusetts, 377th Combat Support Group, 7th Air Force, Editor
     (Renewed his membership and a "Donation to the Bench Memorial Fund")

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 29, 2012

1.  Boydston, Ronald L., Washington, 525th Combat Evaluation Group, Military Intelligence
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Griffin, John C., Washington, 460th TRW, 12th TRS (RF-4C Weapon System Officer)
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Lewis, Keith B., South Carolina, 460th Avionics Maintenance Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Feb 28, 2012
Email:  

Comments:   The March issue of the TSNA newsletter, Revetments is now available on the Tan Son Nhut Association website.

You can use this link to get to it:   http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

It is 3.5 mb in size, so it might take a little time to download, because of the number of pages, and the number of photographs.

This link will bring up Revetments directly, without going through the index on the website.

This message is going out to 437 members of TSNA who have email addresses. In addition, I “snail mail” 49 copies to members who do not have email access.

Larry E. Fry
Editor, Revetments

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 26, 2012

1.  Dawe, James H., HQ, 7th Air Force, NCOIC, Requirements Division
     (New Member)
2.  Flanagan, Robert J., West Virginia, 3rd RRU/Air Section and 224th Aviation BN
     (New Member)

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 26, 2012

1.  Miller, James L., Kentucky, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership, donated to Memorial Bench Fund and General Fund)
2.  Pirri, Norbert A., Colorado, 377th CES, Production Control Section
     (Renewed his membership to "Life Member", donated to the General Fund)

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Name:  Janice Jones  (Life Member)Feb 20, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  It is 50 years ago today that a military brother went to space and injected us into the Space Age.  He was up flying for five hours and three orbits of our world.  He went up and flew and returned.

John Glenn - Spaceman.  Welcome Home!

Thank You!  You did good!

You were the First to orbit and come home and tell us about our world and the Heavens.

Thank You.

Janice Jones

P.S. I watched every minute of your flight and still remember.
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 19, 2012

1.  Dunn, James L., Texas, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron (Crash Recovery)
     (Renewed his membership to "Life Member")
2.  Hodges, Charles E. Jr., Tennessee, 8th Aerial Port Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Reese, David B., Arizona, 1876th Communications Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Walt D'Ambrosio  (460th Avionics Maintenance Squadron)Feb 17, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I found a series on You tube that shows areas around Tan Son Nhut - how they look today interspersed with how they looked in 1970.   The title is Deja Vu Vietnam with about 16 segments showing different areas of the base, downtown Saigon, etc. Please go to the following link:

Deja Vu Vietnam

Hope our members find them interesting.  I did.

Welcome home brothers,

Name:  Robert Flanagan  (Army Security Agency)Feb 16, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Hello.  I'm new to this website.  My name is Robert Flanagan, retired Army CWO, Army Security Agency.  I served at Tan Son Nhut from March 1964 to March 1965 in the 3rd Radio Research Unit, both at White Birch and in the Air Section as NCOIC.  I served again at TSN from September 1968 through December 1968 in S-3, 224th Aviation Bn. (RR), before transferring up-country.  I plan to attend this year's reunion.

I'm a writer and have written "The ASA Trilogy," a threesome of novels about ASA in the Cold War and largely in Viet Nam.  Much of the action, in all three books, is set in/around TSN and Saigon.  Also Eritrea, 3 sites in Germany, Korea (in that war), etc.  Lots of settings/characters.  Many people and places you'll recognize.

Look me up at the reunion; I'll have books with me for sale.  Or, if interested now, go to my website:   http://www.connemarapress.org

for descriptions/purchase/info.

See you in Dayton./Bob Flanagan
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 16, 2012

1.  Agan, Andy Jr., Nevada, 1876th Communications Squadron
     (Renewed his membership, donation to the Memorial Bench and the General Fund)
2.  McCoy, Peter F., Massachusetts, ASA / 3rd RRU
     (Renewed his membership, donation to the General Fund)
3.  Moore, Terry G., Louisiana, 460th Tactical Reconnaissance Wing
     (Renewed his membership, donation to the General Fund)
4.  Sirrine, Michael W., Oregon, US Army, 507th Transportation Group
     (Renewed his membership)
5.  Spylios, Michael J., New Hampshire, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)
6.  Wiltsey, Carl R., Texas, 1876th Communications Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Feb 13, 2012
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Comments:  Tan Son Nhut Association TV has put up another short video for your viewing pleasure. The URL is:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tO9AcwbNz9k

It has been 44 years since the TET Offensive January 31 - February 18, 1968.

You will see the front page of the February 1, 1968 issue of Pacific Stars and Stripes, and hear a safety message from AFVN Saigon Radio.

Charles Penley

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Name:  Kenneth E. Shallenberger  (1964th Communications Group)Feb 13, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Was assigned to the 1964 Comm Gp from December 1971 to September 1972. As the Group Training Administrator. Thanks to those guys I managed to come out of Vietnam as a E-7 and retired in May 1979.

Spent three tours (2 of them TDY) and one of them at 1882 Comm Sq Phang Rang, 1883 Comm Sq, Phu Kat and 1876 Comm Sq and 1964 Comm Gp at Tan Son Hnut. Was in Vietnam TDY during 1964-1965 and again in May 1967-1968 from Hickham AFB, Hi. Managed the Call Home Center during down time.
Name:  Bob Laymon  (377th CAMS, Scatback T-39, Crew Chief)Feb 10, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  There is a 7 minute and 41 second video at URL:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=103kHGjdy9w

The title is:  A typical day at the Tan Son Nhut Airport in Saigon (1968)
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 10, 2012

1.  Box, Charles E., Mississippi, 22nd Air Base Group Base Operations – Dispatcher
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Johnson, Charles V., Oregon, 377th Supply (Munitions Bomb Dump)
     (Renewed his membership for five years)
3.  Maranville, James l., Iowa, 360th Tactical Electronic Warfare
     (Renewed his membership)
4.  Markson, James, New York, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership, With a donation to the General Fund)

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Name:  Robert SessomsFeb 10, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  I was in Vietnam between October 1967 - October 1968 and worked at the Transit Alert next to 7th AF Bldg, close to the flight line.

I need to know the unit it was under 7th Air Force or who?

Thanks,

Robert Sessoms
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 07, 2012

1.  Carlson, William C., Oregon, 377th Supply Sq
     (Renewed his membership for five years)
2.  Jansky, Russell, Washington, 377th Combat Support Group, Aerial Fuel Bladder Delivery
     (Renewed his membership for five years. Donation to the General Fund)
3.  Lynch, Edgar, Illinois, 232nd Signal Company, 39th Signal Battalion, MACV
     (Renewed his membership)
4.  Penn, Hugh D., Jr., Georgia, 633rd Combat Support Group, CBPO
     (Renewed his membership. Donation to the General Fund and the Memorial Bench Fund)
5.  Powell, Lee R., Ohio, Air Force Advisory Group Headquarters
     (Renewed his membership for five years. Donation to the Memorial Bench Fund)
6.  Wayman, Ronald A., Arizona, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron ( Hydraulic Shop )
     (Renewed his membership. Donation to the Memorial Bench Fund)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Feb 05, 2012

1.  Martin, Johnny A., North Carolina, 377th Security Police Squadron
     (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  Tim Nousi  (1964th Communications Group)Feb 03, 2012
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Comments:  I was stationed at TSN in 1971. My hooch was just across the street from the SPS Armory and down the street from an old French fort.

Every night when I came home from the O-Club (sometimes a tad loaded) there would be an SPS airman on guard at the the gate to my hooch compound. I would usually stop and talk with them for a while before I hit the rack. They were all good guys and I became friends with several of them. I'm sure it was against regs but a couple times they let me ride with them in a M-151 jeep on a patrol of the TSN perimeter.

One time I went along with an airman on a hunt for stray dogs that were causing problems on the base. It reminded me of coyote hunting back home in Wyoming...we came back with three (I think) dead dogs across the hood and, as I remember, the airman was rewarded with a 3-day pass. When I was at the out-country terminal waiting to board my freedom bird one of them came over to tell me good-by and wish me a safe trip....I have never forgotten this and it's the high point of my RVN tour.

I was assigned to the 1964th Comm Group and made a lot of friends there but some of my warmest memories are of the 377th SPS guys that I met at the gate to my hooch compound. I'm hoping that some them read your website and remember talking (and putting up) with me.

Tim Nousi
Former Captain, USAF
Name:  Bill Boltinghouse  Feb 01, 2012
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Comments:  I spent 3 weeks TDY at TSN in 1970 with the USAF SS 6994th working on the EC‑47 Electronic Goonies!

http://boltinghouse_tod_vn.tripod.com/

This is my web site regarding the EC‑47 while I was stationed at Pleiku AB 1969-1970!
Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Feb 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Please go to the Photograph of the Month webpage at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

There you will see the new photographs for February 2012.

Charles Penley

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Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Feb 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Please go to the TSNA Reunion webpage at URL:

http://www.tsna.org/reunion/index.html

There you will find the 2012 Registration Form, as well as the 2012 Schedule of Events.

Please make your reservations early. Print out the registration form and send it in at your earliest convenience.

George Plunkett
TSNA President

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Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Feb 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The February 2012 Edition of Revetments is now available on the TSNA website.

Use this link to access the website:    http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

The above link will take you to the "Revetments" main index listing.

Click on the “2012” button and the February 2012 issue will be the next thing you see.

Larry E. Fry
Editor, Revetments

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jan 31, 2012
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Comments:  Today is the 44th Anniversary of the "TET Offensive, Jan 31, 1968."

To the thousands of Tan Son Nhut veterans, who were there, experienced a "Life Changing" situation.

"Welcome Home !!!" Thank each and every one of you.

I remember the security policemen who gave their lives that night, "Rest In Peace":

Tan Son Nhut Air Base, 377th Combat Security Police Squadron, 0320 hours:

* Cyr, William Joseph, Sgt, 377th Combat Security Police Squadron, 0-51 Bunker
* Fischer, Louis Harold, Sgt, 377th Combat Security Police Squadron, 0-51 Bunker
* Hebron, Charles Edward, Sgt, 377th Combat Security Police Squadron, 0-51 Bunker
* Mills, Roger Bertha, Sgt, 377th Combat Security Police Squadron, 0-51 Bunker

Bien Hoa Air Base, 3rd Combat Security Police Squadron, 0300 hours:

* Maisey, Reginald Victor, Capt, 3rd Combat Security Police Squadron, Bunker Hill-10
* Muse, Edward Grady, A1C, 3rd Combat Security Police Squadron; sentry dog handler

I also remember the other veterans who were KIA and WIA.

Charles Penley

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Name:  Bob Laymonan  (377th CAMS, Scatback T-39, Crew Chief)Jan 31, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Up to date news at URL:  
http://m.military.com/news/article/us-appeals-court-upholds-stolen-valor-act.html?ESRC=eb.nl

US Appeals Court Upholds Stolen Valor Act

January 28, 2012 Associated Press, Ivan Moreno, DENVER -- A federal appeals court ruled Friday that a U.S. law making it illegal to lie about being a war hero is constitutional and making false statements is not always protected free speech.

The ruling by a three-judge panel of the Denver-based 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals reverses a district judge's decision that the Stolen Valor Act violates the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which protects freedom of speech but is not absolute.

The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in San Francisco struck down the law on the basis of free speech. The U.S. Supreme Court said in October it would take up the issue of whether the Stolen Valor Act is constitutional.

The Colorado case involves Rick Strandlof, who was arrested after claiming he was wounded in Iraq as a Marine and had received military medals. His lawyers have acknowledged the claims were false.

"As the Supreme Court has observed time and again, false statements of fact do not enjoy constitutional protection, except to the extent necessary to protect more valuable speech," Judges Timothy M. Tymkovich and Bobby R. Baldock said in the ruling. "Under this principle, the Stolen Valor Act does not impinge on or chill protected speech, and therefore does not offend the First Amendment."

Judge Jerome A. Holmes dissented, saying, "I am troubled by the majority's conclusion that false statements of fact -- even those that are knowingly made, with an intent to deceive -- are categorically outside the protective walls of the First Amendment."

Congress passed the Stolen Valor Act in 2006 with overwhelming support. It has been used only a few dozen times.

Strandlof founded a veterans group in Colorado Springs and said he had received the Purple Heart and Silver Star. His claims were questioned, and the military said it had no record that he ever served. He was charged in 2009 with violating the law, but a federal judge dismissed the case, saying the U.S. government had not shown any compelling reason to restrict that particular type of speech.

Strandlof's attorney, John T. Carlson, said Friday that he had expected the 10th Circuit to hold off on its decision until the U.S. Supreme Court weighed in. He said he planned to either appeal to the full 10th Circuit or petition the U.S. Supreme Court, but he noted that the case already in front of the high court will decide matters.

"We're going to have, in a couple of months, the definitive decision," Carlson said.

The California case that the Supreme Court decided to review centers on the government's prosecution of Xavier Alvarez. Alvarez, a member of the local water district board, said at a public meeting in 2007 that he was a retired Marine who received the Medal of Honor, the nation's highest military decoration. He had never served in the military.

Name:  Jan Obryan  (US Army, 249th Field Artillery Detachment)Jan 29, 2012
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Comments:  It is tomorrow in Vietnam.  On this date began the 1968 Tet Offensive.  Those who died and those who served should never be forgotten.

Thank you and God bless America.

Jan Obryan
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jan 28, 2012

1.  Byrnes, Dennis, Pennsylvania, 69th Sig BN, USA
     (Renewed his membership)
2.  Lyons, David L,. Ohio, 255th Signal Det., 56th Trans. Co., 765th Trans. BN., US Army
     (Renewed his membership)
3.  Marcello, Ralph A., California, 377th Combat Support Group, Accountant and Musician
     (Renewed his membership)
4.  Ransom, Carl J., North Carolina, OL1508 USAF Pacific Postal and Courier Region
     Det 19, 9th Air Postal Squadron, A.M.T. Postal Inspector (Renewed his membership)
5.  Singleton, Donnie J., Alabama, Det 1500 Air Force Postal and Courier Squadron
     (New Member)

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Name:  Jim WadeJan 27, 2012
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Comments:  Hello Everyone, well I have been thinking about this visit for a couple of years now ... I posted about it, at that time but we did not make it than ... well it has come back around again.

Steve Carlson, Neil Brown and myself are planning a trip to Saigon, in the near future.

As for the future we are looking at Feb 2013 or March 2-13.  Making sure we don’t go over there during the TET time frame, we want to stay away from that.

At the present we are planning on a 10 day trip.

I am taking my wife and daughter with me.  You see, I put in over two tours over there, 1965 - 1966, Pleiku,  In 1968 I was TDY from Naha Air Base, Okinawa and then back again for my second tour in 1969 - 1970.

While at Pleiku, I was with the 15th Aerial Port Squadron, Det 1 and was out on mobilities while with them.  During my second tour I was assigned to the mobility section of the 8th Aerial Port Squadron, Tan Son Nhut.

Our section was located at the end of the runway. down by the motor pool.

While visiting Tan Son Nhut, I am planning on a little trip to Pleiku to see that, then on down to Bin Thuy.

We lost a team member there in Dec 1969.  My whole team was also wounded there in Dec.

I am taking my camera with us, so when I get back I will send them to the Tan Son Nhut Association.

Thanks,

Jim Wade
Ret, MSgt, USAF
Name:  Johnnie Jernigan  (460th AEMS, Navigation Shop)Jan 25, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  We have placed several items on the TSNA BX webpage at URL:
http://www.tsna.org/tsnapxbx/

Please scroll down and take a look at the new items T-39 through T-42, as well as all the other items we have in stock.

Plaque Jernigan
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jan 17, 2012

1.  Carnes, Rex A., Colorado, 6440th Air Base Squadron, Base Sergeant Major
     (Renewed his membership with donations to both the General Fund and the
     Memorial/Endowment Fund)

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Name:  Brett ReillyJan 14, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Hello, I am not sure if this type of message is allowed on your organization's message board, but I am trying to locate people who served in or have a knowledge of the Capital Military District Advisory Team (Advisory Team 100).

Though this is different from the Tan Son Nhut Association, given the close proximity I thought people here may have have some leads on how to contact these particular veterans.

I am a history graduate student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, hoping to write a unit history of this group with a focus on advising, from roughly 1967-1970.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

I can be reached at the above email address.

Thank you,

Brett Reilly

Brett Reilly
History Department
University of Wisconsin Madison
(716)713-1057
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jan 14, 2012

1.  Brown, Edward, Georgia, 377th Combat Support Group (Main BX)
     (Renewed his membership with a donation to the General Fund)

2.  Burns, John, Massachusetts, 460th Field Maintenance Squadron, 45th TAC Recon Sq.,
     Jet Engine Mechanic RF-101  (Renewed his membership with a donation to the
     Memorial/Endowment Fund)

3.  Duncan, Angela, Virginia, Daughter of Robbie Robertson  (Renewed her membership)

4.  Ramey, David, Ohio, 377th Security Police Squadron     (Renewed his membership with
     a donation to the General Fund)

5.  Shea, Michael, Pennsylvania, 1876th Communications Squadron     (Renewed his
     membership)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jan 10, 2012

1.  Clark, Harry B., Pennsylvania, HHD 39th Signal Battalion, U.S. Army, Construction
     Draftsman  (Renewed his membership)

2.  Medeiros, Robert B., Massachusetts, 310th Tactical Airlift Wing (TAS)  (Renewed his
     membership)

3.  Ottney, Edward L., Iowa, 98th Transportation Det, 120 Aviation Company, MACV
     (Renewed his membership for five years)

Plaque Fry
FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jan 10, 2012

1.  Rodriquez, Raul C., Texas, 377th Transportation Squadron  (Renewed his membership
     and made a donation to the Memorial Bench)

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Name:  Carol Bessette  (Headquarters, 7th Air Force)Jan 07, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The government apps and mobile sites allow you to access official information on various topics from the palm of your hand.  Learn more about apps.

Please go to URL:  http://apps.usa.gov/?v=all

Carol Bessette

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jan 07, 2012

1.  Economou, George, California, 7th Air Force Intelligence  (Renewed his membership)

2.  Economou, Nicholas M., North Carolina, Det 1, 45th Tactical Reconnaissance
     Squadron  (Renewed his membership)

3.  Warrington, James M., Chaplain, Virginia, Chaplain, 377th Combat Support Group
     (Renewed his membership)

4.  Wurtzinger, George J., Illinosis, 509th RRCUV, Army Security Agency  (Renewed his
     membership)

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Name:  Van Dufrene  (Director of Operations, 37th Training Group)Jan 06, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Gentlemen,
I've also had some non-golfers ask about participating in the BBQ meal only.
If you wish to do the meal only the cost will be $10.
If you bring a guest, $10.00.

Contact Lt Elliott or me at least one week prior to the event so we can provide the caterer with an accurate head count.

Look forward to seeing all of you!

I can also be contacted at the following:


CELL: 210-710-3728

Van

VAN DUFRENE, GS-13, DAF
Director of Operations
37th Training Support Sq
Lackland AFB, Texas 78236
Office:210-671-7974
Cell: 210-259-3623
Name:  Col Gregory J. Reese  (Commander, 37th Training Group)Jan 06, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  All of you should have received invitations to the 37th Training Wing's upcoming Commemoration of the 44th Anniversary of the Tet Offensive at Lackland. Our intent was to invite all members of your organizations. I wanted to offer some additional details to the events and the ceremony in case your organization's membership ask you.

There are actually two days of events:

On Monday, 30 January, at 1230, we are hosting a Golf Tournament and Dinner at the Lackland Golf Course. Teams are currently being taken by the event POCs, Lt Cody Elliott at 210-671-4303 or and Mr. Van Dufrene at 210-671-7974 or .

On Tuesday, 31 January, at 0900, we are hosting a tour of the current training facilities for the Security Forces Academy and DoD Military Working Dog Center. This approximately 3 hour tour will end up at a lunch at the Gateway Club. RSVPs are needed for a good head count for this event, please contact the event POC, TSgt Benjamin Jones at 210-671-8046 or to reserve a seat.

The main event is the Commemoration Ceremony in front of the Security Forces Museum at 1500. The event will include reflections on the battle by SMSgt(ret) Pete Piazza and Col(ret) Bernie Denisio as well as current SF Senior leadership tying our legacy of valor from Vietnam to the future of the 1,000 Security Forces trainees attending the event. The ceremony will also feature the traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall as well as a dedication of the newly renovated Vietnam display in the SF Museum.

No R.S.V.P. is needed to attend the ceremony of view the Vietnam Wall, but personnel without a valid DOD identification card must give the following information by 15 January 2012 to TSgt Richard Luna ( or by calling 210-671-6857) to ensure base access:

--Full name, Date of birth, Driver's license number and Driver's license state of issue

If you have any other questions from your members, please do not hesitate to contact me or my event POC, Capt John Hart at 210-671-9047 or .

The electronic link for the e-invitation is https://einvitations.afit.edu/TetCeremony/anim.cfm. I look forward to your organization's participation in this event. I would like to thank the Security Forces Foundation in advance for their support that made this heritage event possible for both our veterans and current students in the SF Academy and the MWD Center.

GREGORY J. REESE, Colonel, USAF
Commander, 37 Training Group
1220 Truemper Drive
Lackland AFB, TX 78236
210-671-4131
DSN: 473-4131
Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Jan 05, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Fellow Members: The hotel contract has been signed with the Holiday Inn in Fairborn, OH.

Their website is at URL: www.holidayinn.com/fairbornoh

Here are the details -
$110. room rate per night. This includes all fees and taxes.

FREE parking.
FREE WiFi through the hotel.
FREE hospitality suite.
FREE meeting room.
FREE auditorium style room for guest speakers.
FREE shuttle to and from the airport. It is the responsibility of the guest to notify the hotel at least 72 hours before arrival.
FREE transportation to and from the NMUSAF and the traveling wall.
FREE breakfast daily in the hotel restaurant.

Your credit/debit card will not be charged until your arrival.

A complete schedule of events will be announced by the end of January.

Happy New Year,

George Plunkett
TSNA President

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FROM THE DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP:Jan 03, 2012

1.  Lettau, Ulrich H., Missouri, 823rd Civil Engineer Squadron, Red Horse, Engineer Officer,
     USAF Advisory Group  (Renewed his membership)

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Name:  George Plunkett  (1st Mobile Communications Group)Jan 02, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The toll free phone number mentioned for Holiday Inn reservations in Revetments is incorrect.

That is the reservations number for Holiday Inn Central.

Please call 937-426-7800 to make your reservation and mention the Association to receive the special rate.

The website is: holidayinn.com/fairbornoh

Our thanks to fellow member Joe Kricho for spotting this error.

George Plunkett

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Name:  Larry Fry  (Detachment 8, 2nd ADVON)Jan 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The January 2012 Edition of Revetments is now available on the TSNA website.

Use this link to access the website:    http://www.tsna.org/revetments/index.html

The above link will take you to the "Revetments" main index listing.

Click on the “2012” button and the January 2012 issue will be the next thing you see.

Larry E. Fry
Editor, Revetments

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police Squadron)Jan 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  The Tan Son Nhut Association, Photograph of the Month for January 2012 has just now been posted.  Please go to URL:   http://www.tsna.org/photo/index.html

Hope that you enjoy them.

Charles Penley

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police)Jan 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  Happy New Year to one and all !!!  We have gotten together many times in 2011.   Helped in sharing our memories and helped other veterans, with their search, for answers.  We all hope that 2012 will be a better year than 2011.

Stay warm and safe,

Charles Penley

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Name:  Charles Penley  (377th Security Police)Jan 01, 2012
Email:  

Comments:  FROM THE WEB MASTER: Today is Jan 01, 2012. I hope that everyone had their wishes granted from the year 2011. However, I am personally wishing each and every one of you a better year in 2012. So what do you want to talk about this year? I would like to hear from all who come to this web page. How can this web page help you get better informed?

Charles Penley

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