Rattler/Firebird Guestbook
Diane Moore [E-mail]
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My apologies to all who read the previous e-mail sent today. Dennis "D" Moore is not a visitor he served from 70-71 as a door gunner/crew chief. I am the "visitor" his wife Diane
September 10, 2012 - Pueblo, Co USA
Dennis “D” Moore [E-mail]
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I read Don lynam's letter about the passing of Will Fortenberry. I was shocked to the point of tears because he was a very good friend. One of the best crew chiefs I've ever met. I flew with Will as his gunner into LZ Delta, with Mr. Michael Carlisle as Pilot and a couple more times at Lam-son 719. My condolencences to his wife and family and may he RIP. Always a brother "D"
September 10, 2012 - Pueblo, Colo. U.S.
eskorte jenter Oslo [E-mail]
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Don Lynam [E-mail]
Former: Officer Pilot with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign: Rattler 16
Earlier this week I got an e-mail informing me of the passing of my Crew Chief, Will Fortenbeery on August 30th. I do not have any details of his passing. Will attended the first two days of our last reunion. My wife and I enjoyed talking with him and meeting his two children. I'll always remember Will as a young man with flaming red hair and a warm southern drawl that reminded me of our home state, Louisiana. I was lucky to have flown with him and was always impressed on how well he maintained his aircraft. It was a source of pride with him. Several months ago I was watching Viet Nam war history program on the History Channel and kept seeing flight scenes that looked very familiar. I finally realized that I was looking at film shot from Will Super-8 camera the he carried on a lot of our missions. At the end of the program Will's name was in the credits. I have thought of Will often over the years and I will miss him. Please keep him and his family in your prayers. Don
September 7, 2012 - Chandler, AZ USA
E Martha Knox [E-mail]
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I want to thank Glenn and Ron for their willingness to help me obtain more info. Anything that my be relivant is helpful. Thank you in advance for your help. Martha Knox and Family
September 7, 2012 - Lakeville, MA USA
Glenn Summers [E-mail]
Former: Enlisted Crew Chief with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign: Snake Doctor
Hey All, I received an e-mail from Martha Knox widow of Steve Knox 65-66. Steve passed due to brain cancer, He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2005 and received treatment in Boston and was receiving what sounds like 10% disability $96.00 per month. Brain Cancer was identified and proved fatal after that. Martha had a hearing with the VA on 8/29/12 seeking benefits other than the 10% that Steve was receiving. Hearing Officer [Judge] has give Martha 60 days to provide additional information and showing a link between Agent Orange and Steve's passing. I have provided testimony about Steve flying with Snake Doctor and being on the ground in defoliated areas for recovery missions.Need others to E-mail emarthaknox@comcast.net to help establish link with his cancers and Agent Orange. Brain cancer is not on the presumptive list and only first hand accounts and info concerning others who have similar situations will sway the Judge toward an award for Steve's family. Rattler 1 has forwarded a list of cancer and unknown causes of death to her, but we need to give Martha as much info as we can possibly provide to demonstrate a link and commonality in Steves case. All help is appreciated! Thanx Glenn
September 6, 2012 - Indian Harbour Beach, FL. USA
Ronald Olson [E-mail]
Former: Warrant Officer Pilot with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign: RATTLER10
Enough time has passed and a few have been blamed, but I'll set the record straight. In Chuck Gross's(RATTLER ONE-SEVEN) book, on page43 about a pilot too drunk to fly. That was me....yes...all the other times I flew I was too sober!
September 5, 2012 - GAINESVILLE, FL United Sta
Ron Taylor [E-mail]
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Got my copy of "Vietnam War Helicopter Art" by John Brennan. Hot off the press. The 71st Company sign is shown along with the nose cone off Snake Doctor. And of course my tribute "Aquarius" is shown. As you look through the book you'll notice a lot of song titles. It's worth buying, has some great art.
September 5, 2012 - Salkum, Wa USA
seo services [E-mail]
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September 3, 2012 - ,
Nathan Gallagher [E-mail]
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FireBirds/Rattlers, I want to say to ALL OF YOU:Welcome Home Guys!!! Thanks for your service and I have read Carlocks book. You all were very brave and crazy( to this civilian). Being from the new generation, I try to thank you men and women who fought in a war that alot of people hated. You all ARE APPRECIATED!!!
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