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THE CLASS OF 19662006-01-10We have another hundred or so Photos from 1966 that will be going up within the next 2 weeks. Thanks to Jim Quigley, Ted Rice, Rich Antti & Bob Amison for the latest batch.
   
 
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2006-01-10It would take you less time to say something Kind about this site and the Valorous men that gave you so much rather than desecrat it. Just take a couple of seconds and thank them and GOD for the ability to walk freely and express yourself. Quinn, RET
THE CLASS OF 19662006-01-10"OUR 40th ANNIVERSARY REUNION" The first part of our 2006 Reunion was sent last week. If you did not receive this, call or email me for one. The whole packet will go out in early March. This is our BIG ONE! "40 Years" after the STORM and we are still here... See you all in JULY. The Guy's from 66.
steve walters2006-01-01I am looking for any information you may have on Ernest "Buddy" Martie. He died on 9/25/66 with 7 others. He served in alpha company 1/5th. I am his great nephew and I am researching his history. thanks for you did for our country.
FOR: THE CLASS OF 19662006-01-01Who ever the trash is that keeps making these bad postings on our Guestbook, I Pray that GOD PISS NAPALM on them and death and destruction follow there foot steps and take away from them all that is Dear to them. "FOR WHAT COMES AROUND, GOES AROUND 7 TIMES THE FOLD"! Butch Petit
Kjell Harjo2006-01-01I served with the 25th, 1st Battalion as a Chaplains Assistant in 1968. We were stationed in Tay Ninh. The second part of my tour I was assigned to the Fire Support Center at Division Headquarters in CuChi. I love to hear from any guys that may remember me. SP5 Kjell Harjo
THE CLASS OF 19662005-12-31We wish every one a Healthy and Good New Year coming in for 2006. This will be our 40th year after the STORM for us in 2006.
CSM Quinn, USA, RET2005-12-30I could never say enough about this site. It's a "Life Time" of memories. GOD BLESS you all for maintaining it. I spent my time with the 25th S&T.. 1969-1970. Thank you for making the base camp a safer place to reside.
Ted "Gator" Rice2005-12-26Looking good! As we clsoe out 2005, I salute you all and look forward to seeing all of you at the reunion in July 2006. Butch GREAT Work. TO the low life who sabatoges our website, you will be caught!!!!
Michele Schaffer2005-12-18Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year. So very grateful to you ALL
THE CLASS OF 19662005-12-17Welcome back in to the fold to Frank Anders A Co, Walter Owens B Co, Micky Finn B Co, Vince Croney B Co & hope to see you all in Valley Forge at this years Reunion. The Boyz's from 66
Hazel Willis2005-12-14Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year. God Blessed us when we met so many of you guys that our brother served with. Love, Hazel
Ted "Gator" Rice2005-12-10This gets better each tiem I look! Great Job Butch. Merry Christmas to the Class of 1966. A big welcome to Frank Anders FO A Co 1965/1966. We keep checking and we keep finding our brothers.
Emilio Santiago2005-11-29Any one that served with the Company B 1st Bn, 27th Infantry and want to ontact me, feel free to do so. I have good memories specially e-7 George T. Ameida,William Lewis,I will never forget you guys.
French reenactor group2005-11-24Hello, Very nice site and splendid photographs of time which get many references Félicitation to us good luck
Henry Powers2005-11-24Happy Thanksgiving to all. We have so much to be thankful for. Especially the friendships shared with the fellow members of the 1966 Survivors of the Battle for Cu Chi.
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2005-11-23"HAPPY THANKSGIVING" Remember Thanksgiving 1966 during Operation "ATTLEBORO" when they sent us almost warm TURKEY in the BUSH & it Rained so hard the Turkey floated off the trays & the Cranberries & Potatoes dissolved from the rain... But it was GOOD!!!
james skrabalak2005-11-21looking men for the 4/23 mec 67 GOD BLESS AMERICA AND THE 25INF
Bambi2005-11-18Hello!!! Your web-site is so beautiful, easy to navigate and full of lovely pictures! Great site!
Tom Clampitt2005-11-13You have an awesome site, keep up the good work. I enjoyed your site very much. I served with Bravo 2/27 Wolfhounds in 68-69 Chu Chi, Tay Ninh, Nui Ba Den, Diamond 2 & 3.Welcome home to all the brothers who ever they served with.
Eddie Lowenstein2005-11-11Gentlemen Happy Veterans Day to one and all. As a member of the 4th 23rd 1966-67, I remember many operations with you guys. We were and are the best. Go Bobcats, Go Tomahawks. Go to our website. Eddie L Class of 66-67
Hazel Willis2005-11-11Happy Veteran's Day to all who served. Your sacrifices do not go unnoticed. Thank you!
Billy Smith2005-11-09Was at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D.C. on Monday where I visited the Military Medical Family Assistance Center and had lunch in the Dining Facility where the wounded, that can get around, also have lunch. The wounded personnel have great attitudes. The overall most important item they need are phone cards. The phone companies give them cards with very limited times but they ...(trimmed)
THE CLASS of 19662005-11-09PHONE CARDS for "OUR" Guy's that are where we were 40 years ago. How about all us 1/5th NAMer's sending me a phone card so I can box them all up and send them all at once from the Class of 1966 ASAP. I will get 1 tomorrow. How about it Guy's, we were there, but never had the oppertunity to call home. It will mean a lot to them. Butch
Eddie Madaris2005-11-08Great site ,thanks brings back a lot memories Recon 4/23 inf.67 68
2005-11-08co A 4thbn (mech) classs of 1967 This is a great site
Glenn "Cotton" Cawthon2005-11-08C Co/ 4th/23rd 25th Inf. 1960-70 Tay Ninh and all the other places mentioned. Very realistic and chilling description!
Jorge L Gonzalez Alonso2005-10-26brought back good and sad memories.
Charles Anthony Sadvary ("Sonny")2005-10-13Hi Butch: ADD may have slowed me down, but had not interfered with emotions. The emotional impact of your site is more then words can ever express. Over the last 15 +- years we've been in touch via cyberspace and viewed the numerous sites that have developed for Vietnam Veterans and Veterans as a whole, this site, coupled with our last conversation, put the past back into perspective. Look f...(trimmed)
dennis sterretts2005-10-09severed 3/22nd Delta co. 1968-69 great site
Stan Anderson2005-10-07HHC recon 1967. went to and ran ground survl. radar unit 1968 worked with A,B,C companies took radar on ambushs. I enjoyed reading info on web site. will return
Jim Politi2005-10-04Looking for Spec4 James Sposato 1-5 Mech. Last seen Spring of 1970 in Cu Chi Base Camp.
Justin Kapral2005-10-03Great site!Im trying to find out more about my father William "Kappy" Kapral. MSGT in 66 1stSgt in 68.Company B. Thanks
Dave Cox2005-09-29We pulled into Cu Chi base camp on March 6, 1966 and right away began hearing about the crap 1/5 Mech had already stirred up. We wondered, "holy shit, what have we gotten into?" We soon found out. Dave Cox - A Trp. 3/4 Cav - 1965-1966
Clark Cavalier2005-09-25It was great to hear from you Butch, Also was able to talk to Victorine,I Hope I can make it to the reunion, it would be great to see my old comrads. This web site looks great.
Billy Mc Anally2005-09-20I was in Hq co. recon plt. sgt 1970 thru 1971. I enjoued looking at your pictures. Thank you
Michele Schaffer2005-09-19Butch- My name is Michele Schaffer, Jim Wilson's daughter.You did a GREAT job on the page explaining my dad "finding" George Snodgrass. This was such a great accomplishment for my father. SO GRATEFUL TO YOU ALL
Michele Schaffer2005-09-19My sister,Lisa,my brother Jimmy and myself are so grateful that my father found all of you again.He just loves just seeing everyone every year.It is a great support for him,mentally. He loves coming home from the reunion and telling us all about it.
bob amison2005-09-18excellent job on website i was in company B 5th mech one of the originals shipped from scoffield barracks. brings back memories of good friends lost they will never be forgotten
THE CLASS of 19662005-09-16Let us never FORGET our Hispanic Brothers that Fought side by side with us as well as Danny Fernandez "Hispanic" Medal Of Honor Recipient "on this National Hispanic Heritage Month.
Howard Craig2005-09-14Enjoyed your site. Great job. I was in Recon '67-'68, 007, 005 and 006. Loved the track photos.
The CLASS of 19662005-09-09We are very fortunate that no one has been affected from the Hurricane from our Fold. We made contact with every one in those areas. and The Hurricane did not affect any of us as far as we know.
Henry Powers2005-09-08Butch and fellow brothers, had a great time in Dayton. Do you think Harley could possibly be that ticklish?? Has anyone heard from Paul and Ginger Lucas in Alabama since Dennis & Katrina hit????
Eddie K. Coleman2005-08-29Headquarters Company, 25th Infantry Div.,I am looking for anyone that might have been at Trang Bang, outside Cu Chi 7 Jun 1966. I was a dozer operator, hit a mine, several were wounded, some were killed.
THE CLASS of 19662005-08-25We will be posting a new Section Deciated to Danny Fernandez Awarded the 2nd Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War and the Danny Fernandez Memorial Project by the Danny Fernandez Intermediate School in Los Lunas New Mexico in the next couple weeks.
THE CLASS of 19662005-08-25We will be posting several hundred new Photos from Our Unit in 1966 in the next few weeks also.
Our 2006 40th Anniversity Reunion in 20062005-08-25The 1st Bn 5th Inf Regiment 25th ID will be holding our 40th ANNIVERSARY. REUNION in Valley Forge Pa from July 12th to the 16th 2006. THis will be a big one, our 40th year after the Storm. Those being Invited will be sent notice in the next couple weeks so mark your calenders.
HARLEY CROWE2005-08-18HEY BUTCH 05 REUNION WAS GREAT IT SURE GOOD TO SEE EVERYONE.YOU DO A GREAT JOB.
Ken Davidson2005-08-16I was stationed at Cu Chi in the headquarters, headquarters company, 25th Inf. Div Band from Mar 17 1969 to Apr 18, 1970. Chances, we could hear you guys most nights.
George R. Tanner2005-08-16Great web site. WELCOME HOME 5th Mech and thank you for your service to our country. I was there in Cu Chi 66 as well 25th S & T Bn.
Al Chidley2005-08-131968-1969 1/5 Mech medic Alpha Co - CRIP
Peter "Tibbo" Tibbett2005-08-06Enjoyed my visit here very much. Hoping that you will return the visit and sign my guestbook also. ~ Tibbo
A Joseph2005-08-06Got to Cu Chi at the tail end. (1970) Was reassigned to USARV jus before the pullout. You guys were the greatest. God Bless you all.
George Maxwell2005-07-26This is a great web.site thank you Butch for all your hard work on this.
Ronald Hogan2005-07-24SAD THE WHOLE COVER PAGE IS TRUE R hogan 1/27/25th all of 67 B&DCo.
THE CLASS of 19662005-07-19SAMUEL P KAIUE We regreat to inform you of the passing of Sam Kaiue B Co 1st Platoon 2nd Squad. He will be missed by all that served and loved him in the 1st Platoon. Sam was from Kihei, Hawaii.
bonnie vondeck2005-07-16Butch,It hurts my heart to see this site and to know that young men like yourself had to go thru such a horrific ordeal. For myself I can say I'm sorry, I'm grateful your with us,and to you and the rest of the young men, thankyou and God Bless You All. I wish you peace and comfort and healing. Love, Bonnie V.
THE CLASS of 19662005-07-11LISA MARIE BIRD, Doc Bird will be glad to here from you, we called him and we will email you his address and phone number. Thank you for your supporting us. The Guy's from 1966.
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THE CLASSof 19662005-07-04WE SALUTE EVERYONE THAT HAS SERVED THIS "GREAT COUNTRY" OF OUR'S TO KEEP IT FREE ON THIS JULY 4TH, 2005. "FOR YOU HAVE NEVER LIVED UNTIL YOU HAVE ALL MOST DIED, BECAUSE LIFE HAS A "SPECIAL" FLAVOR THE PROTECTED WILL NEVER UNDERSTAND".
David Lee Thompson - Published Author2005-07-04Although my book, River of Memories: An Appalachian Boyhood, is primarily about my 1940s-'50s West Virginia Appalachian boyhood, I'm certain Vietnam veterans and others would enjoy the final chapter, "Deliverance", which tells about my tour of duty in Di An, Vietnam (1965-66) with the 1st Infantry Division (The Big Red One).
Ed Tilton2005-07-03Got the walking tour of the Boi Loi on OPN Sunset Beach Aug or Sept 1966
THE CLASS of 19662005-07-02We regret to inform inform you of the passing of CARMEN JULIETA GAMEZ yesterday June 26, 2005 from San Antonio Texas. She was the Wife of Sgt. Ernest Gamez Recon/Radar Section 1966 1st Bn 5th Infantry Reg 25th Div.
randall foster2005-06-25nov/dec 66...wounded outside base camp..was anybody there..I have pictures, will have to figure how to send them to your site
Bill Devault2005-06-23Found your site on Vet friends. Great work. I will check it out more. Welcome home. e/co 4/39th, 9 infantry div. Bearcat, Vietnam 67-68
Blue Walker2005-06-21Served with 7 Battalion Royal Australian Regiment, Sgt.Spt/Admin coys.
Tom Berry, NNAVA2005-06-21The site is awesome and well done. I was there after you and know the nightmares faced there. I am proud to see this site and to able to support your effort.
Little White Dove2005-06-20A very well done web sight. Wado for putting a link on a NNAVA email. I enjoyed reading about you.
TAMBO2005-06-19Months & months of work went into this website...thanks Butch for everything.
THE CLASS OF 662005-06-19HAPPY FATHERS DAY!
THE CLASS of 19662005-06-18REUNION ANSWER from posting below: Apparently you didn't get INVITED? The Packets went out months ago. Nothing to up date, the REUNION PACKET says it all! The Web Reunion section says: "IF YOU ARE NOT ON OUR MAILING LIST,CONTACT US AT: nam66tunnelrat25th@charter.net" You wan't to know about the Reunion, but don't leave your email addy? When anyone goes on the site or posts their IP addy shows...
Dennis Oricchio2005-06-08I served in 1966 (C/4/23 Tomahawks and many a time we fought alongside the GREAT 5th. around Cu Chi. I lift my glass to all of the members. You have a hell of a unit.
Don Raymond2005-06-03Excellent web.Butch. The pictures are great and do bring back a lot of memories. Good seeing some of the Guys I knew as they looked back then so many years ago. Man!Weren't we young? See Ya some time Butch. Don Raymond HQ.Co. Recon/S5 65-66 1/5 (M) PS: Man did that place (CuChi) Suck!
Boyd Sutton2005-06-01Great site, Butch. God, what memories. It's still difficult for so many reasons. I'm proud to have known so many good men and ashamed to have forgotten so much.
Terry Constable2005-06-01Great Site. I was a Sr medic with all companies in 66/67 and your photos brought back many good memories. Sorry i can't make the trip this year to Ohio, keep me informed, thanks
Norman "Butch" Petit B Co 1st Plt 3rd Sqd 2005-05-26I WILL NEVER FORGET THE GUYS THAT WERE IN BRAVO COMPANY 1ST PLATOON 3RD SQUAD FROM 1966 THAT MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE ON THIS MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. DAN SHEARIN, ARMANDO TESILLO, HERMANDO MOYA, ISAMEL LEBRON, FRED BULLINGTON,GARY TILL,LARRY MOSS, MELVIN SHERRELL, ARNEZ FRANKLIN, LYNN HARIS, CARLOS RODRIGUEZ, VONZELL DAVIS, LUIIS MILAN-ANAVITA & KEN NEWTON. WITH LOVE,HONOR & RESPECT Butch Petit
1st Bn 5th INFANTRY REG 25th DIV CLASS of 19662005-05-26Let us "NEVER FORGET" those that made "THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE" that we served with as well as all those from all Wars since this GREAT COUNTRY of ours was founded from the ARMY, NAVY, MARINES, AIR FORCE and the COAST GUARD on this MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. "GOD BLESS AMERICA"!
Jim Pflughoeft2005-05-24Finally got to get through everything youse guys have written.Hey"DOG",I didn't know you could type.LOL.Otis,glad to know anotheer "C"Co. Brother is still kickin'. butch,Great job on everything you've done here,Doggone good for a"Grunt".Love you all.Hope to see ya'll in 2006,as long as my health gets better.
Gary Dolan2005-05-23My book, Of Their Own Accord, is finally in print! It details the heroics of our Ranger unit and the valiant units that supported the Rangers in Nam. See http://oftheirownaccord.com. I have a favor to request. My publisher wants me to coordinate purchases through Amazon to potentially catapult my book to be a "Best Seller," if only for an hour or a day, so that the publisher can advertise that...(trimmed)
Bruce Kefauver2005-05-19I aws with the 120th TC.Hauled you guy to a lot of places.Mostly Ta Ninh Mountain and hauled alot of dirt to your base camp.I got drenched with alot of weed killer to from waiting for you guys to come back out of the bush.But thats the Army.God Bless You All.
James (Jim) B. Barrett, Jr.2005-05-12you guys were north of us some. Proud of all. Jim, MacVSog
Rick Gray2005-05-07Lost my brother Robert R. Gray around Cu Chi (25th) Feb 10, 1968 Nice site..
THE CLASS OF 19662005-05-07May 7th 1966, the 1st Bn 5th Inf Reg was the first US Unit to penetrate the "INFAMOUS BOI LOI WOODS" taking many causalities (especially Bravo Company)but inflicting hevy causalities on the Enemy.
Alfred Baez2005-04-212/77 1968 Dau Tieng & Cu Chi Lots of good and bad memories Thanks ..!
Gary Chenett2005-04-16Welcome Home; This is a great website. I worked with the 25th when I was in Nam 68/68. I was with the Big Red One 1/4 Cav. I am also National Director of the Order of the Silver Rose. I would like to remind ALL Nam Vets they need yearly physicals with catscans, III Corps and all of Nam was sprayed heavy woth AO. Did you know that we have lost over 300,000 of our Brothers since the war to AO?...(trimmed)
THE CLASS OF 19662005-04-05S/SGT Ioasa F Tavae Jr 29 of Pago Pago American Samoa was KIA April 2nd 2005 in Mosul Iraq when his unit was attacked by enemy forces from small arms fire. Tavae was assigned to the 1st Battalion 5th Infantry Regiment 1st Brigade Combat Team 25th Infantry Division
David M. Fitzgerald, CAPT. USN2005-04-02I had the first bunch of UDT-11 frogmen to work with you guys. I lost so many LRP buddies that I just decided it best I stopped making them. You guys were the best...so much courage! So many young that never returned from those ops. I still think about it.
Tracey2005-04-01To all of you who served thank you is not enough. You make me proud and very grateful. Butch, as usual, awesome job. Thanks for sending it along.
Phil Marko2005-03-30Great site. Big "THANKS" to all who served. Enjoyed talking to you at Tile Doctors in Johnson City, Tn. I was not a participant... little to young to be called (eligable for draft in 1973). My brother was there, maybe someone might have known him... Robert "Bob" Marko, RA11670266, Co. A, 16th Inf. - Big Red One. '66-'67. Again, Thanks for your sacrifices in hell.
THE CLASS OF 19662005-03-292005 REUNION PACKET...... The Reunion Packets went out last week & if you did not receive one and would like one, email or call butch Petit. If we do not here from you and you wer