His children (my cousins) and I cannot find the trunk that held his letters, photos and official paperwork, so I have only a rough idea of his service. Either they were recycled or washed out totally. June/69-Aug/69. I was in E-5-2 from October of 1970 to February of 1971. Fort Lewis Armed Forces Community Service (253) 967-5950. On 12 October 1999, General Eric K. Shinseki, Chief of Staff of the Army, announced I Corps would lead the acceleration of Army transformation, training and the initial creation of the first two Stryker Brigade Combat Teams at Fort Lewis. With the conclusion of the war, activities at Lewis ground to a standstill. We obviously had to leave the company area when training and marching. There was a tombstone shaped marker by the corner of our barracks that said "Let no man's soul say unto me, Had I been properly trained". Please respond if you were there. I heard in the hospital 85% of the training cycle had URI problems. Where you from? Our DI was awesome, but when he was gone for a few days, the DI from a neighboring platoon substituted for him. Thank you for your time. I would give second place to Fort Sam . D-3-1 September '67 thru December '68. We had a couple guys who should have never been in the military could barely tie their boots. The median income for a household on the base was $32,384, and the median income for a family was $32,251. Jeffrey Fellin All in All it was a good time and i got alot of great memories and the VA is still taken care of me. It was common for this to happen, except Fagan didn't do it for us. Bldg. Fort Lewis was a United States Army post from 1917 to 2010 located 9.1 miles (14.6km) south-southwest of Tacoma, Washington. Everyone was sick from day 1. We had howitzers lined up around the base of the hill. Little did I ever think I would see that man again after basic training. I assume that you were in the same training area in D Block in North Fort? Fort Sill, Ok. I escaped b/c I didnt want to be recycled. He marched us back and had us stand in formation in front of the barracks. So you were there in the cycle before me. Welcome to Ft Lewis, at that time meningitis was rampid and we couldn't go any where. John Trainor who was two time Viet-Nam true warrior. Tough SOB. November 2014 We got to hang out but had to be there for muster calls on the loud speakers. Subscribed . YES, I was in your company. Every time they shot one off, it was like the loudest bang in the world. Sandy Denny wrote a song: Who Knows Where the Time Goes. A-4-2. A company would have about four platoons called first, second, etc., No #134. E-5-2 August 69 Drill Sgt Horn was the best. Ah Bernard: The weather was perfect that year; little rain, cool in the morning but never hot and no bugs. Began BCT June 1969 in B-1-1 starring DI Robert P Fagan (RIP, Texas) I was at Ft Ord, Ft Sam Houston, and CINCPAC HI Still have pictures, a handful of the gray stones covering the base and an ashtray I stole from the back of the messhall. Welcome home and thanks for serving. By May 1938, the 3d Infantry Division and Fort Lewis boasted 5,000 men in garrison. I have kept up with what he taught us, physically, mentally and otherwise, and these traits are still functional to this day and have allowed me to remain physically fit. I was there, Nov 70 A-1-1, DI Delano. Do you recall? Comments? I was E-1-1 1968 before the Nam! It had a mural of a severed VC head on a bayonet with slogan on it: To kill and have no mercy. Went to Ft Sill for AIT and finally to Vietnam Nov 1969. His name was Sanford Rogers. A-3-1 4 May 70 - 2 July 70 Practiced every evening with the other 4 Companies that made up the Battalion for Graduation Parade. Email me I think we might have gone through basic in the same barraks, I was in E-3-2 March to May 1970. The facility is under the jurisdiction of the United States Army Joint Base Garrison, Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Out of the total population, 10.7% of those under the age of 18 and 0.0% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line. I was a squad leader and five weeks into basic there was a meningitis outbreak. The high point of BCT. Almost got held back but was allowed to graduate with class as an E-2 .Quite an experience Sorry to see the old buildings go. Food Court. I remember we had DI Day who turned 18 while we were in training and also had SFC Smith. Fort Lewis ID/CAC Card Processing (253) 477-4282. I got to Lewis on Oct. 10th '66 made it until three days before graduation and ended up with double pneumonia and the first made me go to sick call both cheeks got a shot of pen and I was really worried I would get 'sent back. Jim, I was there the same time, Nov 1970 - Jan 1971, Alpha 1-1. Are platoon got and and Drill Sergeant Graves. Volunteered for the draft and inducted 4 December 1968, not quite 17 and-a-half, from Alaska. KSER If I had still been in training, I would have been recycled. Vietnam 68-69, 18th Brigade, I was there in BCT C42 Chargin Charlie Rah!! You are not exaggerating about the weather. U.S. Government issued, authenticated Federal PIV credentials, I recently took a tour with my grandson. Bruce Levy - I was in E-3-2 in March 1970. I was in 2nd Platoon D-5-2. Other partners who work closely with the Joint Base Garrison include the Civilian Personnel Advisory Center, the Mission, and Installation Contracting Command, and Joint Personal Property Shipping Office. . Sept - Dec 1968. I was sent to Fort Lewis Washington for Basic Training in early 1968, and it was miserable. The drill sgt called us Ridge Runners and asked if people in Tn wore shoes. I carried toilet paper in my pockets during training. I'm trying to see if I can find somebody that remembers me I went by the name of Leo am I drill sergeants for Fasano he took me downtown to the racetrack one time and and then we went down to Pike Street in Seattle and he showed me the downtown area I think if I could get a little help to find him I could probably receive Little Help from the Army we say destroyed my knee when I was there but I decided to go home instead of getting operated on. My wife visited a friend in Olympia and probably drove near the base with our daughter inlaw. The Fort Lewis Military Museum was established in 1972 to preserve and document the post's history. Drill SGT BEAN bunch of us from Sacramento and San Francisco. There were 3,560 housing units at an average density of 232.8 per square mile (89.9/km2). On-Base Housing at Joint Base Lewis McChord. Not too many Canadians in basic, but didnt know any better at that age. I know he told me he was behind the big gun with big shells so I am assuming some form of Howitzer. Send me your contact info to my email address. Didn't make it to Fort Lewis this time but I'll give it a shot next time we visit. Steve, the only thing I can say that makes sense from your time to mine was the losses during Tet early 1968, they needed you and you were one of the best they had so they made an exception. Then sun came out but still had to keep on rain gear all day. You were in the reserves, from Albert Lea MN. 564th Quartermaster Company is a .U.S.Army government organization located at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington. November 2018 Sgt Spoon and the junior spoons thought that it was great fun to harass the trainees on KP. Perhaps your dad is in it? Found in: beBee S2 AU - 12 hours ago. Also, do you remember the name of your CO? Ft Lewis was kind of a dreary place anyway, but standing there listening to names being called was kind of weird. Most of the guys in the unit were NG's or ER's, with a few US's--draftees who didn't hesitate to remind the RA's that they would be out a year ahead of them. 8th Brigade Army ROTC . Basic and meningitis together was not a happy time. Art School Ford Thunderbird Graduation April 1969' and a whole bunch of us marched directly across the parade field to AIT all 11B's would like to find these guys I have photo's of basic and a few of AIT drop me a line. With the departure of the 4th Infantry Division (United States) for Vietnam in 1966, Fort Lewis once again became a personnel transfer and training center. Fort Lewis, home of the 627th Air Base Group, in Washington, has been the home to thousands of veterans. Fort Lewis is situated in a key location along Interstate 5, allowing easy access to Sea-Tac airport and to the deep water ports of Tacoma and Seattle. Fort Lewis Map. 20/20 hindsight. Drill sergeant Thomas was my drill instructor. Arrived at Fort Lewis on March 1970, graduated from basic training on or about June 1970. I was E-1-1 just after you. I told my grandson."don't look back.they won't chase us" and they did not. There were about 5 songs playing everywhere: Three were: Cheri Amour (Stevie Wonder), Sugar Sugar (Archies) and Wait a Million years (Grassroots). I found A-2-2, 4th platoon, but not 1st platoon. Twenty-five ranges, including the state-of-the-art Multi-Purpose Range Complex and Shoot House, are available for individual or collective training. Steve Short - I knew a "Jerry". My son will have to get us on base as he has a military ID. I was from the bay area when I went in the Army, the city was Vallejo, Ca. First thing, he took us to the PX and said we could buy anything we wanted. Drill instuctors were Colvin and Carter. U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card JOINT BASE LEWIS-McCHORD - In answer to the ongoing housing needs at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, garrison leaders recently announced new homes will be built in the Meriwether Landing community, on Lewis North, in 2027. slorazorsedge@aol.com . Hit Vietnam 70-71. There were others as well, but my memory of them has faded over the years, Any information would be greatly appreciated! ( Drill Sergeants: GRAVES, KINCADE OR possibly FORCADE ). CLOSE. Upon graduation was sent to Ft Sam Houston Texas in San Antonio. Decypher Joint Base Lewis-McChord Regular, Full time. Ernest Hemingway I was there February 1971 B11. He was always telling us someone would hit us between "your snot-box and your cox-sucker" if we kept messing up. At some point in all of that, he was promoted to sergeant Where are you living now? Had basic with a short guy named Lonnie Watters from Spokane. The platoon I trained with was B-3-2 lead by Sgt. Many other episodes made it hard to respect the military, but relieved to know after basic that C-3-1 was an exception. The whole platoon was from Chicago. Captain David L. Stone and his staff arrived at the camp site 26 May 1917, and a few days later the initial construction began. Didn't get recycled, got sent on to Ft. Ord, California to 05Bravo school, radios and Morse code and PRC-25 on my back. I tried to access the rear gate to Ft Lewis summer of 2012. 13.1% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Even though we didnt remember where they were, we found them easily just because we marched those streets. Encompassing more than 320,000 acres (500sqmi; 1,300km2), YTC is a world-class facility. My best to all of the good Americans out there. Our senior DS was named Vargas who rumor had it had been in the Olympics as a long distance runner. This is good information about fort Lewis. I definitely recommend going to see that beautiful place. My other uniforms hang in a closet in my home. I was B32, 29 July to September 3rd under Sgt. Michael Herr [2], Gray Army Airfield (IATA: GRF, ICAO: KGRF), is a military airport located within Fort Lewis. Enjoy! Got us ready Wassup Dale? 109 of us were processed through Houston AFFEES, flown to Seattle-Tac then on to Ft Lewis. I'm in a little town in Eastern Oregon, Milton-Freewater. (Drill SGT;s Forcade and Graves) I would gladly pay for one.. Had to scrub the place top to bottom. Ambush Fort Lewis 1 : 24000. Were you up our down stairs? We at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Exchange are thrilled to welcome you to any of our facilities. I remember i was in D company and out in front of are barracks in white painted rocks it said D Company trained in Hell! Exit No. I was in B-52 at Fort Lewis Washington in August of 1968. In addition to BCT, I shipped to Korea and Vietnam from Fort Lewis. WE were 'pitted' against National Guard BTC across the Street. Michael: No offense but it was not the 3rd platoon of B-1-1 in August of 1969 that had a kegger in the woods. The temperatures during summer vary from the mid 40s at night to the mid 70s during the day, occasionally peaking over 90F (32C). The field is now used by Army helicopters. Just long enough to be called a veteran. It was an Air war by then we had the ROKs and the Thais and ARVNS doing the dirty work.got my jeep shot up twice but came home unscathed!!!!! My email is mrjay49@gmail.com. D company 4th BN 1st BDE (10 cycle) Forgot about Pinto being at Porkchop Hill. We got to go home over Christmas and I was down with pneumonia the whole time. The old obstacle course was still intact. AIT & Duty: Military Police 2/67-10/67 Had a very young Drill Instructor who did 2 tours in Vietnam. Home > United States > Fort Lewis, WA > Government Services > 8th Brigade Army ROTC . Jerry Rogers. My first day of AIT I had to pull KP. Yes John Kelly, i remember the meningitis outbreak. Training and mobilization validation moved to individual units (instead of the 1st JMB) in 2011. Neill Public Library A good time was had by all. This time, just 6months agoas we approached the checkpoint I noticed both guards were armed with M-16'schecking the ID of the driver in front of me.as he pulled out and the guards approached my car I just stepped on it and followed the car in front of me without stopping for the guards. Blue Summit Realty & Property Management. Old maps of Joint Base Lewis-McChord on Old Maps Online. The Pet Brigade worked with Joint Base Lewis-McChord personnel to develop this kennel so that military families, retirees, and civilians with JBLM access would have the finest accommodations for their pets, paired with . . Our DI was dubbed Double Time Philipswe stacked rocks on all of our breaks during training.we left 10 ft piles of rocks all over a north Fort. Now I've never been much for schadenfreude, but damn, sometimes a fellow just must indulge. Does anybody remember the DI's name? Basic at Lewis Nov 69-Jan70. Ray Heltsley Just before World War II, the Army's need for a large training and maneuver area became apparent, and the Army negotiated with landowners to lease 160,000 acres (250sqmi; 650km2) for the Yakima Anti-Aircraft Artillery Range. Free shipping for many products! Took basic in North Fort Lewis D Block from the last of August to November 1966. I hope you get a chance to read "Boocoo Dinky Dow" Grady's experiences at Fort Lewis are a big part of the story. The racial makeup of the base was 60.4% White, 20.3% African American, 1.4% Native American, 3.4% Asian, 1.8% Pacific Islander, 6.2% from other races, and 6.4% from two or more races. Tindel. October 2013 October 2012 Washington State Enhanced Drivers Licenses and IDs are Real ID Act compliant, so either can be used to prove identity. We were confined to the barracks and mess hall due to the meningitis outbreak at the time. Lucky break being home. My DI was Sergeant Certiza. I would graduate 2 July70 as E2 based on performance and testing or so I guess. Chuck. Hi, I am writing from Chile, where I actually live. Again D-3-2 only July 1971 to September 1971 (or maybe it was October). The first recruits moved into their new barracks on 5 September 1917, exactly two months after the post building plan had been handed to the contractors. Troy I was aware of your previous comments..I was up north and just coming thru the area and thought I would check the place out..as I stated with my Passport & ID as the website stated but no luck..did you take pictures back in 1987 when you toured the area..sure would love to see them if you did..phandph14@gmail.com is my email address if you would care to share..I was there for basic training Mar 28, 1968 thru part of Jun. Didn't know him but was looking for sgt paradiscio and cpl prterson c 4 2. . My wife is a big Twilight Saga fan. I still have the D-3-2 photo somewhere. The Drill sargent was a puertorican. [10], Helicopters based at the airfield assisted with medical evacuations at Mount Rainier National Park on numerous occasions in the 1970s. I told my drill sergeant that was wrong and that I was suppose to be a social worker and psychiatric helper and he said "Damn it Colton your going to be a G** Dam Medic. plt. Fort Hood has five primary care clinics, four troop medical clinics, 22 specialty clinics, and is home to the 1st Cavalry Division. we had two Sgt. I was a cook, so I had the Spec 4 patch instead of the stripes. A-3-3. D-5-2. I was there from Nov.1968 to April 1969.I was in training company D-2-1.One of the D.I.s that I remember was Sgt.Dalhover.If anyone remembers that winter, it was on of the worst ones in 50 years or so we were told.Some training was cancelled on account of the snow.That and the rain made our training miserable.What made it bearable was the camaraderie as we were mostly from the Bay Area and like the saying goes misery loves company. Most of the guys in 4th Platoon had AIT orders for other posts. For example as troops from Fort Lewis preparing to fight Communist forces in Southeast Asia, some troops from the same base were ready to oppose their government's policies by joining the antiwar movement. Vail & SSG Weston, (Baxter, Williamson, Maddox, there went on to OCS with me).3-25-67 to 5-20-67; OC 69-67, 62nd Co., 3rd Plt., 2nd Sqd., Ft. Benning, GA, 6-7-1967-did not start till 6-26-67.Grad 2nd Lt, Dec. 12-1967. BCT, 23 Sept 1968 A-3-1. Nevertheless, I hope you get your questions answered. Was there June 68, D-5-2. I was there the same as you. Physicians and surgeons. I don't have any photos from the army. Your dad walked on such stones. 253-967-1110. Most of my basic buddies were scattered and didnt get sent to Nam due to the desclation of troops. Walt Morrow They then returned me to Ft Lewis WA and assigned me to Madigan General Hospital. 253-967-1110. I had to spend a week in the hospital because I caught pneumonia. The whole platoon was made up of draftee's from Arizona except for 3 of us. I was still only 17 so I wasnt sent to Vietnam. No way I enjoyed the freedom of driving and having an ambulance plus an aid man if we had emergency runs. These . Michael: No reply on your post so I'll do it another way. Phillip, I was just before you in D-2-2, having started in January 1970, just as the meningitis outbreak hit. Fort Lewis, also known as Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), is located near Tacoma, Washington. I have forgotten! We had Sgt. Sincerly, Laurie(NIX). From May 1969 thru October 1969 for Basic Training and Advanced Infantry Training. Would sleep on top of bunk in the WW -2 -Korea heavy wool pants and shirt. Sad to hear they will be demolished. I miss the team work we had going on then. I was there Jan 1968 right after the meningitis epidemic. Later, with WWII looming, the Army Air Corps took over a nearby airfield and renamed it McChord Air Field. Patriots Prepared every man a Tiger. Several unique requirements were . Boocoo Dinky Dow I remember the old saying was when u got up in the morning u didnt ask"if it was raining you asked instead how hard was it raining"! We could run forever and not feel the pain. around 1967 - 1969 at Ft. Lewis. Morgan Sports Cars HistoryLink.org Online Encyclopedia of Washington State History, "Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base merge to create Joint Base Lewis-McChord on . E-3-1 basic training Fort Lewis, Washington 11jul66 north Fort. I served 18 months and 5 days. It was a lifetime ago and that is rather underscored when I see the veterans our age around the VA hospital in Minneapolis when I go there. Fort Lewis, due to its size and reserved land, serves as an important habitat for amphibian development and study. Lot of the guys were just 18-19 and some were quite immature but sure had to grow up in a hurry especially fo DS Robles was around, he could actually make them cry if they screwed up. We had a lot of upper respiratory infections. Mokie Ruiz give me a shout, Dale S. Hi, my dad graduated from basic at Ft. Lewis June of 71. I was also in C-5-2 June to August. Enjoyed the time up there and had a great group of guys, especially with us being all from Hawaii. Got early out due to RIF 1972. I took my basic training at Fort Lewis in August of 1966 and was then sent to Fort Ord for AIT. . Madigan Army Medical Center Fort Lewis postal code 98431. 5128, Pendleton Ave, Lewis Main. We were right across from the dog training area down a hill where we did a lot of running. It was always miserable with rain, snow a little sun at times and we were all sick from our vaccines. Beady eyed Zeeks made me laugh so hard I had to do push ups. (We can do!) Fagan was an acting E-5 and a dick. Washington National Guard; Western Air Defense Sector; Yakima Training Center; NCO Academy; CLOSE. I took basic training there in August 1966. Artillery training. Phil, the MP advised everything changed after 911. On July 28, 1970 and arrived at Ft. Lewis a day or two later. Health and medical. I was sent back to ft Lewis for some permanent party. We did most of the training in wet weather gear. And corporal Redman train for DI school. But I've been lucky all my life! This base incorporates Fort Lewis, McChord Field, and Camp Murray. Phil Klippel was the CO. Washington State University I was at Ft Lewisin February 1971C-2-1Sgt.Staley BCT with D-2-1 September 1971, SGT Smith was my DI - Chicago and Cleveland draftees - finished up and went to FT Sam Houston to train as a Medic and later worked as an E-5 Drug Counselor / Neuropsychiatric Technician (91F2Z) in Okinawa '72-'73. Willys Jeepster He was one cool guy. Thoughts, comments? Hey Dan. During the final pt test we drug them to the end and they finally made it. Stayed at ft Lewis for 2 yrs. Christmas 1968 There is only one recruit's name I remember; Alosisus (sp?) Drill Sgt Delano and Sgt. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 212.5 males. Had a good friend Carl Robert's, after basic went to 543 supply co, and then to 63rd ord co until Jan 22 1971. 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Lind Noncommissioned Officer Academy, This page was last edited on 28 January 2023, at 15:23. Great nephew asked me the other day if we had a washer and dryer in the barracks. . August of 66 for me too in the old wooden barracks on North Fort Lewis, but I didn't see coal furnaces until AIT at Fort Gordon, GA, I was there July 1966 (A-2-1 Rah) And the basic training reopening was so new that we had a 'stand in' DI (Sgt.Dennison) who insisted everyone quit smoking. Never knew his first name or where he was from. Fort Lewis EFMP - Family . Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for WA, Fort Lewis, Washington, Nurse's Quarters, Ellis No. National Veterans Art Museum March 2018 We provide our services globally to Federal, Commercial, Local and State clients. In 1987 the North Fort was just the same as in 1971you could almost hear the cadence of marching troops ghostly down the streets. Early one more I woke unable to breathe so I began chain smoke the unfiltered cigarettes that were part of the c-rats. Nobody stopped me when ai drove in then.but I did not stop for the guard. Not a Bad Training Cycle. Sherman Alexie I have a picture of a whole group - D4 - Delta Devils D-4-1 and dated graduation July 1967. Charlie Company February 2014 Some of the B-1-1 buildings were still there but barely recognizable and were being used for city warfare exercises. Does anybody recall the address of those baracks? Great memories there. Maree Mchugh Cant recall names of other NCOS but he made a real impression on me. Yup, Double Timing Delta. I was D-1-1 in 1968. If i remember right i think everybody had to get some kind of shot. AIT following (Infantry) there in Fort Lewis. So long ago much is lost in time. Enter on West Entrance Rd. Graves and Forcade (or Kincade?) Apply on employer site. Retired now for close to 9 years and enjoying life. I remember the low crawl pit, standing in the rain and snow at 5 ama 20 mile night march with 85 lb packsthe silence on the bus on our way.the long flight to the Nam on a stretch 8.and finally an exit from the madness.to face the impossible task of putting your life back togetherI am not home yet. Address and Phone Number for Fort Lewis, a Military Base, at Pendleton Avenue, Fort Lewis WA. May 2016 Still looking for some of my buddies that were in A/3/2 with SGTS. I was in E-1-1 from Sept 1969 to Dec. Thanks for sharing your story, Lon. Native American Shields I am a graduate from the class of second platoon, D Company, 5th Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 10 cycle (D-5-2). The two bases merged in 2010. Hence PV2 Wallace had KP. A black guy named Pennington always called me Country, didnt start out too well but we became friends. Woke up with snow on our heads. I want to contine to receive E-Mails regarding Ft Lewis. JBLM Soldiers receive medical care through on-base Madigan Healthcare System facilities such as Madigan Army Medical Center, the Okubo Clinic, and the Nisqually Clinic. Poison oak is found in the training areas. Used to have to get my shots then turn and catch him as he got his cause he'd faint. A l l is mighty Fine! Last time I checked Google Maps the Company area was still standing. I don't remember his first name. Would like to get a copy. Barracks were freezing cold. Find a home that best fits your needs. 30 nov 1970 D-4-1 devils best friend Garry Berber; DI Sgt Young cold wet spinal men sick with colds. Like you I planned a visit to North Fort. I was in the hospital for a week but never got re-cycled. They disappeared and were never found (just the boat and gear) RIP Wayne. B-1-1 1967 Drill Seargant Potter (good cop) and Saling (bad cop).. 17 years oldVietnam 1968-69Tet Offensive as we landed at Bien Hoa. I was fortunate. Smoked pot with his girlfriend in his room in the barracks, then would send squad leaders out to get money for a hotel room for her. In augustI'm looking for photos or yearbook??? AUE provided full design of the bearing walls, floor and roof framing in light gauge framing for this 3-story building used to house soldiers. SFC Moon and Sgt Cook. Decypher is a leading integrator of professional, technology, and management solutions and services. My Dad was 1Sgt Boyd Willams. That was September 71. It was the A12 version, green with a black fiberglass hood and a 440 6 pack. [9], In 1981, I Corps was reactivated at Fort Lewis. Leo, I got there in January '70. We all got sick on the plane to Ft. Lewis and stayed sick the whole two months of basic. Took both basic and Infantry AIT at Lewis. Get directions, reviews and information for North Fort Barracks in Fort Lewis, WA. Courtesy Tacoma Public Library (5\18221) 91st Division Monument at Command Circle, Fort Lewis, 2010 . Fort Lewis Barracks. I remembered low crawling in the mud! DSN: 357-1110. Native American tribal document I did basic at Ft Lewis, D-3-1 September 1970 to November 1970. I seem to recall his name, but after 50 years I'm not much sure of anything. Basic training. I remember on the day before graduation Fagan screamed his men into marching order and took them into the forest where he had kegs of beer waiting for them. The howitzer team rains hell down on the enemy from a distance. He ordered us to file into the building and deposit any contraband into a duffel bag. As in B-3-2Bravo Company-what-what? ). Hamburgers brought out in metall warmers. AIT D-3-3 Infantry, I took basic at Fort Lewis: October, November of 1970 w/ A41. Zeeks and Sgt. June 69 to Sept 69 Infantry AIT. AKA Hodge Philadelphia.7/9/1969 Basic training at Fort Bragg NC. If any guys from Alpha One One Jan 71 see this send me an email at slorazorsedge@aol.com. How about a multum in parvo story entitled "DI Bob's New Car" On a Friday afternoon, DI Fagan was showing off his new 1969 1/2 Dodge Super Bee. 1776 I Street, NW, 9th Floor, Washington, D.C 20006 Houston, TX: 2925 Richmond Ave, 12th Floor, Houston, TX 77098 Los Angeles, CA: 10880 Wilshire Blvd., Ste 1101, Los Angeles, CA 90025 My dad passed away in 1989 and I've found this old picture but don't know much about his time at Ft. Lewis other than my mom's brief recollection. Located in the Puget Sound region just south of Tacoma, Washington, Joint Base Lewis McChord is a premier installation in the Pacific Northwest.It provides world-class installation support to more than 40,000 Active-Duty, Guard, and Reserve service members and around 15,000 civilian workers.
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