Rattler/Firebird Guestbook
J.T. Johnson [E-mail]
Former: Enlisted Door Gunner with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign: Snake Doctor crewman
Does anyone remember someone named Ron Howard who served with us in late 68 to late 69. He contacted my old crew chief John Duncan and said he was with us around that same time. Memories fade but if I was to see a picture from that time frame I might remember him. Thanks
July 1, 2015 - Mountain Home, AR USA
Dennis Schoenborn [E-mail]
Former: with
Call sign:
Hi, I need some help with finding out who the commanding officer was for the Rattlers during my dad's tour. Was it Col. Fern? Thank you! Dennis
June 29, 2015 - Hutto, Texas United Sta
john brennan [E-mail]
Former: with
Call sign:
Signed copies of, "Vietnam War, U.S. Army Helicopter Names, Vol 2" are now available from the author. Features 80 pages of text, 630 newly found chopper Names and 40 black white photos. Priced at $22.95 includes postage. Email johnmailman@yahoo.com for ordering instructions. Rotors forever, John Brennan, former SP5, 114 AHC, 1970-71, Vinh Long AAF, Mekong Delta
June 21, 2015 - chico, ca usa
Greg Arndt [E-mail]
Former: Enlisted Door Gunner with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign:
A Father's Day greeting to our men who never had the chance to become fathers. I salute you! The older I get, the more I think about those men whose life was cut short.
June 21, 2015 - Huntsville, Al USA
frederick l smith [E-mail]
Former: Enlisted Crew Chief with Company A/501st Aviation Battalion
Call sign: firebird
may we all remember, those we were with in Vietnam, it was great to see some at the reunion, I have talked to many since then, we went through many things, that most of who had not been there could not understand. Today, Memorial Day 2015, 50 years after we were there, My Pastor Al Roose And His Wife were with myself and my wife Linda. He told me it was interesting to listen to all of the stories, he said they were stories he had heard from me, Pastor was very impressed with the displays. We must remember, those of our unit that we have lost, both in country, and after. I had 2 brothers also in country, Mike spent 2 tours as a medic and never got over it, he died at 49 because he never got over what he saw, my other brother Darrell was a combat engineer, he lives in Greeley Co. TODAY IS A DAY TO REMEMBER, WELCOME HOME
May 25, 2015 - rochelle, il USA
gary sundt [E-mail]
Former: with
Call sign:
I have to pass the sad news of my twin brother passing away this Mothers Day, (Rattler 31)May 10,2015. SP/5 Gordon Sundt was not only my best friend but fellow veteran. We often talked about our time in the Army and Vietnam. I was with the 720th MP Bn in Long Binh and we were blessed to have spent our 20th Birthdays together. Rest in peace Bro...
May 25, 2015 - olympia, wash usa
Hal Bowen [E-mail]
Former: Officer Pilot with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign: Rattler 16 & 3
Ditto to Mike's posting below and a very warm "WELCOME HOME" to all of my brothers who were fortunate enough to come home. We all certainly have a lot to be thankful for.
May 24, 2015 - Gasburg, VA USA
Michael Rogers [E-mail]
Former: Enlisted Crew Chief with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign:
Another year has come and gone and Memorial Day is almost here where we can remember and honor the 55 men in our company who gave their lives for our country. We also lost 8 more of our men, including 1 who was awarded the Medal of Honor while serving in country on additional tours. Each year more and more of the men who served in the company and came home are no longer with us. Next Monday, I am going to remember and honor all of them. They are all missed. God bless them all. For all of those that I served with and those that I have met over the last 48 years, thank you for your service. I hope to see you in Dallas in May 2016.
May 23, 2015 - Huntsville, AL USA
Norm ND Pruett [E-mail]
Former: Enlisted Crew Chief with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign: nose art Anka -peace
Hey La Pointe, I remember your name, but sorry to say not the face, perhaps we'll run into each other next reunion, I keep threatening to go but something always comes up, hope I can on the next one. And I hope Ron and Co. have a few more in them! god bless and welcome home bro.
April 30, 2015 - oakdale, CA USA
james la pointe [E-mail]
Former: Enlisted Door Gunner with 71st Assault Helicopter Company
Call sign:
did my 4th tour with the unit as door gunner w/the rattlers-lam son mission in 71
April 26, 2015 - port st lucie, Flori United Sta