He was a bad ass, but he sure could sing. Helicopter Was drafted April 17 1969, basic training at fort Lewis D 1 1, California Mod Squad. Little did I ever think I would see that man again after basic training. August 2013 68-69. We had nick names, mine was "Chaplain". God only knows where they ended up but they had AIT of 11Bravo. I was was drafted April 1968 sent to theLew for basic A-5-2 and also had pneumonia and graduated June . WE were 'pitted' against National Guard BTC across the Street. About every 5 weeks would be assigned to guard duty at motor pool or headquarters. There is one anomaly from that envelope. Some of the guys I worked with were Phil Knapp, John Krietgens, Jim Conney, Mark Nolan. Located at 368 38th Street, Astoria, Oregon, it is easily the most famous spot where they filmed. I want to contine to receive E-Mails regarding Ft Lewis. We remembered each other from basic training and had a good time reminiscing about some of the things that went on. Not much of the BCT area left. Brown (1-11-1967 -0 wk. Beady eyed Zeeks made me laugh so hard I had to do push ups. Did 3 years, wanted to do 20 but my family came first so did great anyway. There were 36 of us housed in these barracks and i can say openly that there had been no form of renovation since the 60's. ldr-Capt. We got a view of Mt. I was always starving, too, but I gained ten pounds in the 2 months I was there. D 1 1. He was a veteran of the battle of Pork Chop Hill in Korea. I was a squad leader and five weeks into basic there was a meningitis outbreak. Screw the bed rest give me the aspirin, and I'll tie my boots tighter. US ARMY Fort Lewis barracks tour 2018 ItsabelBD 57 subscribers Subscribe 13K views 4 years ago Just wanted to show you what the Fort Lewis barracks look like, this is my set up and it's a. I had a great tour in Europe. Was Sgt. I remember the big guy by the name of Spicer. D-4-2, Nov 1970 - Jan 1971. Sorry buddy, but your unit was not the first all volunteer group. Home on leave for 30 days and off to The 7th Inf Div in Korea where I spent the rest of my hitch. Early one more I woke unable to breathe so I began chain smoke the unfiltered cigarettes that were part of the c-rats. My D.I was Sgt. was Sgt. Thanks , I was flown to In Sept of 68 I was transfered to the 296 guard company. The 14th and the 296th were right next to each other. I think the other DI was black from Georgia (hard to remember after 51 years). Drill Sergeant Prince was the only one I remember. All my old paperwork from our platoon was lost in a flood. Looking of Kenny Williams who was in the bunk above me and did a tatoo on my shoulder with indian ink and a pin. I was in E-3-1. Were you up our down stairs? I was in E-1-1. You are so right Lon. He marched us back and had us stand in formation in front of the barracks. A-4-2. I still have nightmares about him. Zeeks. Visit Our Website. If I were googling the area of the old barracks for basic training or the streets where would I look..I remember towards the end of our Basic Mar 68 we all marched down to the theater and got to see the move The Sand Pebbles, looks like I found my old barracks..6A 6036-01..found this # on my old army records, am I reading it right I would have been in A Block building 6036..A Co 5th BN 1st BDE May 1968. 1st Air Cavalry I believe you might have graduated with my grandfather (Rush Tissnolthtos) who unfortunately just recently passed away. (Drill SGT;s Forcade and Graves) I would gladly pay for one.. thanks for the info Dale..I guess the days of a visitors pass is out also, Recently, four months ago I was traveling south from a Seattle with my 15 year old grandson and decided to pull off at Steilicomb exit and give him a tour of old North Fort Lewis. . I was C-4-2 3rd platoon, Ssgt Collins and Sgt Brochettes. We were under quarantine for spinal meningitis. Kansas. Enjoyed the constant heavy rain wearing wet weather gear, or a poncho. platoon . who was the short drill sergeant .. the assistant drill was Geitson may be not the exact spelling but sounds correct. CO was Cpt Dietz, I was there in Jan 1970 D31 Beautiful place. Was in D12, Sargent Mooney was our DI. Cant recall names of other NCOS but he made a real impression on me. George Callan Dennis Harris (A/3/2) with Drill Sergeants Graves and Forcade. I served 18 months and 5 days. Old maps of Joint Base Lewis-McChord on Old Maps Online. Thanks for sharing your story, Lon. Opened in 2008 we are the only privately owned boarding facility on a military post in the U.S. Shortest DI in the Army I think, perhaps 54 tall. Lots of memories. I can still feel that time when I hear them (and only then). Evan, you are so spot on about how our days were spent . I am looking for my Basic Training graduation picture, (July 1969), if someone has a copy. I was a squad leader down stairs and ended up in a Sheridan tank. Phillip, I was just before you in D-2-2, having started in January 1970, just as the meningitis outbreak hit. July 2014 July 1968. Enjoyed the time up there and had a great group of guys, especially with us being all from Hawaii. February 2018 Graduated Mar 68 then went right to Madigan Gen Hospital - with the measles LOL. Saved my life. I know he told me he was behind the big gun with big shells so I am assuming some form of Howitzer. He was tough but fair and an awesome teacher. Any one out there? Our paths may have crossed. Krfp Radio Your grandfather was most likely engaged in saving a lot of American lives at the expense of the bad guys. I took BCT on North Fort Lewis 1971 (Oct to Dec) A-3-2 1st Platoon Drill Sgt. February 2014 Find Richard Davidson in Joint Base Lewis Mcchord, WA - phone, address, email. William I may have been there at the same time I was in the 1st platoon 2nd squad leader our drill instructor said was American Indian he was a tuff SOB and a silver star recipient I wish I remembered his name. 109 of us were processed through Houston AFFEES, flown to Seattle-Tac then on to Ft Lewis. Veterans I misplaced our Basic Training Graduation Picture and wondered if you still had yours. Basic at Lewis Nov 69-Jan70. Washington State Archives, Digital Archives is the first Digital Archives in the nation to Preserve the electronic Records of both State and Local Government. It is nostalgic thinking back to the wet climate and knowing that we stated in the same place, unchanged that so many American heroes once did. I was E-1-1 1968 before the Nam! Vietnam 68-69, 18th Brigade, I was there in BCT C42 Chargin Charlie Rah!! He was always telling us someone would hit us between "your snot-box and your cox-sucker" if we kept messing up. Fort Lewis 1967 B-3-2 Drill Sgts. Jim, I was there the same time, Nov 1970 - Jan 1971, Alpha 1-1. I took basic training there in August 1966. CO was Capt Cook, XO: Casey, SDI: Robinson. Can't help much with your search. I saw him in Da Nang, Vietnam during the war. The timing is very compelling and suggestive. I was in D22, which may have been very close to you. I remembered low crawling in the mud! Will gladly pay for a copy. Fort Lewis (Washington), a former United States Army post (1917-2010) in the U.S. State of Washington Fort Lewis Internment Camp, a former internment camp (1942-1943) at Fort Lewis, Washington Fort Lewis Six, a 1970 event at Fort Lewis, Washington Joint Base Lewis-McChord, a joint military base into which Fort Lewis, Washington, was consolidated I was in C-5-2 Late 68 next door. All windows were open about 8" at night to prevent colds. Boonie Hat I know that we did not, but I can't recall how we got our underwear and fatigues cleaned. Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. I don't remember his name. About the Position: 108th Training Command, Initial Entry Training (IET), 4 BN/414, 1 Brigade, 104 Training Division, located in Fort Lewis, Washington. Basic and AIT at Ft Lewis March 1970 to late July. I wasn't used to boots, so both ankles swelled up due to tendonitis. Later levied twice for VN but both levies rescinded. It was the A12 version, green with a black fiberglass hood and a 440 6 pack. April 2015 They are the HQ for 8th Bde, Army ROTC for 8 western states and Guam/American Samoa. I never bitched though. He was a hot head and very competitive. The cold, rainy weather. It worked and I stayed out of the hospital. Was in B-1-1 April 1968. We had two native Americans in my platoon and he is one of them. I did basic and 11B ft lewis. took basic at Ft Lewis Jan 66 to Mar. February 2013 Not on either of my 214s. It would be nicevto hear from anyone that remembered my Dad. November 2012 That high school typing class came in handy I guess. 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. I might suppose battalion and regiment, but Im not sure that makes sense. In his 1968 U.S. Army training at Fort Lewis, Washington, Grady was housed in World War II-era barracks like these still standing at Joint Base Lewis-McChord. D-5-2 April - June, 1971 Al. Most of the old North Fort barracks were gone but I found the ones I was in. If any guys from Alpha One One Jan 71 see this send me an email at slorazorsedge@aol.com. ETSed with 90 day drop Jan 72 as Sp/5. So, fortunately didn't need the combat training. Anybody out there remember me or that Co.? Next time I vacation up there Ill preplan and also bring my passport. Posted: November 02, 2022. 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. Take care. The forest is massive and I'm a believer. Wilber (Wilber's Willing Warriors). How i hated it then but enjoy thinking about it now! Was there June 68, D-5-2. Mostly Southern California. Like many older Army bases around the country, Fort Lewis built many structures with asbestos. Totally corrupt and physically abuse DI Rod Walters. Drill sergeant Thomas was my drill instructor. All of that, cold, rainy, bitterly cold, everyone sick as hell. Sept - Dec 1968. The platoon I trained with was B-3-2 lead by Sgt. My father, SSG Robert Warren, was a drill instructor from 1966-1969 D co. 4/2 at North Fort. Did my duty. On-Base Housing at Joint Base Lewis McChord. I was in E-4-1(When the Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going: E-4-1) on North Fort Lewis for basic from July to Sept 1971. My cousin whom came in to basic as I was leaving basic got sent to nam. Rocky, you and I were there at the same time. We got to hang out but had to be there for muster calls on the loud speakers. Much more relaxed and zero week again plus Field Medic crash course in 10 weeks. Sgt. Meteorology training. I went across the base for AIT. Did you know of DI Prince? I was in B-5-2 Jan 70 Carl Imlay was DS and DS DeGeorge was senior DS, how was there 1970 looking for my buddy when I was there my drill sergeant was Fasano we went to the horse race track together and we even hit Pike Street downtown Seattle if you know what I mean. Duane Phillips. but I was there FEB 18, 1969' thru Basic Training then stayed there (no leave) for AIT 11B Infantry training, then to Vietnam. I remember we had DI Day who turned 18 while we were in training and also had SFC Smith. Back in the day when everyone had a prefix in their service number. Learn more. He was one cool guy. Guys from all over. July 2013 Hate to see them go, though; they were symbolic of a no-frills draft-era army where creature comforts for the troops were not a consideration. Realistic training to help us survive later on. Mine was E6 John Trainor, 3 time Nam vet. AIT Fort Sam Houston, Combat Medic. Where you from? Don't hesitate to contact us by phone, email or live chat! I was there in 1949-1950 The buildings were red brick are all of those demolished? He passed away in 2009 and did not speak of the war much, I was also told not to ask by my father. Fort Leavenworth Holiday Inn Express Hoge Hall IHG Army Hotels Otis & Custer House - Historia. My cycle was the first to use the buildings in 25 years. First basic trainees they had had Most of the troops were going to the war zone those days, where it was too hot in more ways than one. That guy followed me to Vietnam and then to Germany! Bill Norton: Our barracks in B-1-1(June end thru Labor Day1969) had one washer and dryer. I sauntered in and hid my loot on top of the ventilation ducting over the toilets. Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500 Phone: 253-967-3151 DSN: 357. Good luck to all the a-3 -1 alpha gators! 2 hours on four hours off beginning at 6:00 pm and ending at 6:00am. from May thru Sept. 1969. Punishment by group was the order of the day, if anyone screwed up, we all got punished. Had a great meal in the downtown area at a fine restaurant. 50 of us spent 10 days at the reception station at Ft. Ord. I actually received your "thank you" message in my inbox today. It's PCS season! I am from Sacramento CA give me a call or email me ron. Since our BTC was the first ALL Volunteer group to cycle through Ft Lewis, the Cadre did not meds with us at all day or night. Any chance you knew him? Vietnam Helicopter Crew Members Association Long time ago now, Bruce and Troy I was in Bearcat 1st Cav A228 and bn I played crown and anchors with the Austin's and ate hot Thai food 1968 March to 1971 Sept, Drafted 7 Dec 1967, started Basic Jan 68. When I was in Vietnam, we were on a hill for a few months. Made Specialist 5 for Madigan Main Post Company B Ambulance section providing Med support to BCT and 11B 11C Training Companies. B-5-2 was my organization. I remember the big guy by the name of Spicer. There is only one recruit's name I remember; Alosisus (sp?) I took my basic training at Fort Lewis starting in August of 1966. I rejoined my company while they were on bivouac. Zeeks and Sgt. Hi Bob Cook, I was also @ Ft. Lewis Jan 2, 1970 thru March 1970 with C-3-2, we were neighbors. I had DI Johnson for BCT (D-5-1) October, November, Dec. 1970. Washington; Search; Compare; Project; Community; Partners; News; Help; Old Maps Online. Remember some names: Tom Nash, Bob Morris (the old man), and Tom Wiley. I was with B-3-2. SPAM 8th Brigade, U.S. Army Cadet Command (ROTC), Assistant Secretary of the Army for Installations, Energy & Environment. Tom Williams I never imagined that I would complete a career as an enlisted draftee, but I was continuously offered advanced school programs D-3-2 Jan 68 March 68. Probably the same short, thin, white, young, recent Vn returnee. I was in B -3-2. Average Temperature in Fort Lewis The warm season lasts for 2.8 months, from June 23 to September 16, with an average daily high temperature above 72F. Chicago Jonny Baugh was a combat veteran, Silver Star in Vietnam. I hope you get a chance to read "Boocoo Dinky Dow" Grady's experiences at Fort Lewis are a big part of the story. Bob Benzon Was in a bunch from Ohio,I remember Bruce Schmidt from Butte, Mt. 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. Fort lewis, WA 10-Day Weather Forecast - The Weather Channel | Weather.com 10 Day Weather - Fort lewis, WA As of 2:34 am PST Tonight --/ 29 1% Tue 31 | Night 29 1% SE 3 mph A few. First meal was a bowl of beans at about 2am when I got there. (253 . In his graduation photo, it says D Co 2nd platoon. It was cold suckasses were made platoon and squad leaders, I was there beginning July 1968 & my DI was Sergeant Smith, I remember very well but I was too young to know any better when I got drafted I was going to school working and had a brand new baby boy then I got my induction papers because I lost one hour at college, Marie do you live up in Placerville, CA are you or were you an Ultra runner at one time. Foreign passport with a current arrival-departure record or foreign passport with INS Form I-94/I- 94A bearing the same names as the passport and containing an endorsement of the aliens nonimmigrant status, if that status authorizes the alien to work for an employer I was in D 1 1 at that time. November 2017 Then it was off to Ft Ord. Rainer only appeared a few times during our two months there. I mentioned above that I pinched an ashtray from the messhall. Sandy Denny wrote a song: Who Knows Where the Time Goes. I Corps Vietnam 4/68 - 4/69. Located in Washington, Fort Lewis dates back to 1917. Does anyone remember my father Arthur Swanson? Hi there, my dad was stationed there as well. #1 Fort-Lewis 47.083027,-122.561378 Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Pierce County, Washington, United States of . 54 Echo stationed at Ft Lewis 1982. Related to Judy Davidson | David Ricks | Janet Davidson | Joseph Davidson | Laura Davidson. 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. November 2018 Me too Tom. I was there February 1971 B11. Phil, the MP advised everything changed after 911. We stayed on both floors as there were dual metal bunks. D-4-1 the fog is lifting. Lanaman was also in the Co. Posted: February 14, 2023. Visit Our Website. While the initial focus of CivilianExposure.org is on Camp Lejeune contamination, research shows that this is problem is much larger than one base. Short tough man was a tanker in Nam during TET. Good Times. Returned to USAR, 305th Field Hospital, Gulfport, MS. Hi, It looks like you graduated with my dad at Fort Lewis. I was in B-5-1 (if I remember correctly) and we were in 2 story barracks with double bunk arrangement, with a shower and bathroom on the first floor. Wonder if you remember big stone by mess hall. Phil I wish you had put together my previous comments and saved yourself a trip.not ONE barracks left.close your eyes and listen"I wanna be an airborne ranger" it's as close as you will get. Lol. Michael Simpson I remember Sgt Mouton really competent guy I thought, maybe 2nd platoon? We were part of the Americal Division and up in I Corp above Chu Lai Got in country July 69 and back to the states July 70 I had 5 months left in the Army and I will be damned if they did not send me back up to Fort Lewis There I was assigned to the 3rd Armoured CAV as the Training NCO lived off base with my wife and actually had a pretty good time. But it didnt stop are training. Interesting activity after being assigned to my job in the post headquarters. He once told me that a Judge gave him a choice of prison or the Army. . But the memories will always remain. The Goonies House is privately owned, but the owner has been great about letting visitors come by. It was down hill from there. Against Football Driver license or identification card issued by a State or outlying U.S. possession that is Real ID compliant. YES, I was in your company. D-5-2. B-1-1 WE ARE THE BEST, THE HELL WITH THE REST! Delta Devils. Very grateful. God Bless all of our former and current military brethren. Our Barracks were storage Barracks when we got there. Drill Sgt. Learned what a front leaning rest was right away. Do hope that you find some info about your dad. Lt. Klippel was our CO. We were confined to the company area, except for training, due to meningitis concerns. Drill Sergeant Tanksley and a bunch of guys from Omaha. Basic training in 1971, A-2-2, 1st platoon, SGT Gogo was the Drill Sargent, small but fast. I recall the footlocker and trunk routine. I was in Ft Lewis in 1971, can't remember the months I was there, have to look it up, I was in Company C-3-1 all Hawaii company. 1968 C-1-1 Sargent Potter, E-5 and Sargent Davis E-6. I took my Basic Training at Fort Lewis Washington in August 1966. I was drafted. Bush Hat September 2012 June 2012, All Basic: B-1-1 11/9/66 - 2/67. Good one to. Thanks! Senior DI Veliz. There were 12 of us from different areas of TN. . Remember Vargas well. It is sad to know that these barracks are now being demolished. Looking for pictures of Basic Training Unit A-3-2 May '69 thru Sept.'69. A standard Washington State Driver License or ID Card can no longer be used to get a visitors pass for access to Joint Base Lewis-McChord or the Yakima Training Center starting April 1, because neither complies with Real ID Act of 2005 requirements. You need a sponsor to get thru the gate. Does anybody remember the DI's name? If anyone remembers or was in Alpha Gators at that time, would appreciate a comment. You were in the reserves, from Albert Lea MN. Michael Herr I was there at north fort from 1/15/68 to 3/18/68. I ended up becoming a Deuce and 1/2 driver for AIT and drove the guys out to the field. It was a beautiful place and a big change from Santa Monica. As in B-3-2Bravo Company-what-what? 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. Late 69 Fort Lewis B-3-1 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Most of the guys went 11-B infantry to Vietnam and I was fortunate to go to Germany after training at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma. I was in D-4-1. Only 3 of the WW II type buildings were left of the ones where I had basic (E-4-1) /AIT (B-2-3) in 71. ( Drill Sergeants: GRAVES, KINCADE OR possibly FORCADE ). I got luck and was sent to Ft Sam Houston TX for Medic training. Did my Basic at North Fort, July to September71, B 3 2. July 2012 This was the exact same place where our brave soldiers spend their time after fight fearlessly for our country. May 1969 thru Late Sept./Early Oct.(??) Fort Lewis Privatized Family Housing. Sherman was a DS when I was there at the same time. The majority of our staff is either military spouses or dependents who can relate to the joy and stress of a military move. Will pay IF you can get me a copy. Does anyone recall serving with my uncle, Alan Roderick Hanson? Of the names you mentioned earlier, there a a guy upstairs named John Steele. Brittany's Gourmet Coffee, 690 Barnes Blvd, Lewis McChord, WA 98438. U.S. Army Basic Combat Training, Ft. Lewis, Washington "I enlisted in the Army on February 19, 1968. Names I remember, David Smith from Lewiston, Idaho and I remember getting my ass kicked by another trainie from Tx. The next group through spread them outI knowI was a holdover as my orders did not come through. Basic training perfect? I even got a DI threaten me after pulling the trigger on the close or drill with theM-16. 30 Nov 1970, D-3/1. My wife also claims see sa a Bigfoot as we drove thru the forest between Lake Crescent and Forks. Very tough time in basic if you weren't in shape coming in. I cant help but wonder what ever happened to these individuals. was in B-1-1 with DI David Estes next door to Fagan. Veterans Day Force marches in rubber boots. JBLM Mobile Shred event at the Lewis Main Commissary parking lot. I am amazed that you remembered me, Troy. a co. 2 bn 2 bde graduation march 1971 snappyten@yahoo.com, I was in a-4-1- 4th. I did my Basic Training there. Thank You. My Drill Sgt. Just going thru these Fort Lewis notes, all I saw was your name, thought I would take a chance however you are probably 15 years younger than I am. I wish I had a photo of Sgt. 564th Quartermaster Company 18th Street . We were confined to the barracks and mess hall due to the meningitis outbreak at the time. My Drill Instructors were SGTs Rude and Woodward. Doesn't surprise mewe were eating Beanie Wienies in C-rations we got in Nam that they quit making in 1949. My other uniforms hang in a closet in my home. Fort Lewis, named after Meriwether Lewis of the famed Lewis and Clark expedition, is one of the largest and most modern military reservations in the United States. Mokie Ruiz give me a shout, Dale S. Hi, my dad graduated from basic at Ft. Lewis June of 71. We had Drill Sgts. Teddy Fisher Basic training June '68 - Aug. '68. If i remember right i think everybody had to get some kind of shot. I believe the highway going past the barracks is now open to the public, but the barracks are now gone. 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! Names I remember.. Garland,Might,Hammond,Weisman,Baker,Rogge,lock, Tastead, Were some crazy times that I will never forget. Many were gone. Kalkulator odlegoci na caym wiecie z liniami lotniczymi, planerem tras, czasem trwania podry i odlegociami lotu. Fagan was an acting E-5 and a dick. I cannot find a class picture and need assistance, If anyone has a photo or know where I can find one, I would appreciate it. Julie Titone is co-author of the Grady Myers memoir "Boocoo Dinky Dow: My short, crazy Vietnam War." Not sure about the date I arrived at fort Lewis it was only temporary. Went back and backpacked through the Cascades a few years ago. Only to be sent to Ft. Lewis at a moments notice. Bungee cord was DI. Was your grandpa or is your grandpa from Idaho? I was one of his Squad leaders. I dug so many holes, I wore out the heel on my left shoe. THX. . Candlewood Suites on Fort Carson, CO . Spokesman-Review Bldg. Not sure why this happens I did sign up once again but will have to say all the years on the site I have yet to meet up with anyone from the time I was there. Im glad we did it when we did. If that area had a basketball court across the area where mail was dished out, then that's the same place. There are a wide variety of rentals available near the base. I think they had to send everyone home as the entire training battalion was sick. And undig it at night. March April and May for me.I remember we were the 4th platoon and I remember the painting of the decapitated VC on the outdoor broom closet with the caption"we eat VC for breakfast" and I remember Hecker and Steele and Hansen and Bryant and Beaudwin, and Liedtke and Pugh and Linstead and Halowapo and Burke the Indian. THX Basic training Jan 1970 Jan thru March. Lot of URI and if you went on sick call for 2 or more days you got re-cycled to start over or if you couldn't do PT you went to a PT platoon until you could do the Army drills and complete basic. Visit the page linked above forCOVID-19 and vaccine info and the latest I Corps Blue Hash. I tried to access the rear gate to Ft Lewis summer of 2012. did basic at Ft Lewis arrived Mar 28.1968 the entire platoon was from Arizona 1 PLT A Co 5BN 1 BDE..graduated May 1968..curious to know if the old barricks are still there..have no way of finding out or what barracks I was even in, I thank there wear 5K to start now there 2 hundred left. At the hospital they assigned me to Madigan B Company Ambulance Section at Main Post right next to Main Post Dispensary. Welcome home and thanks for serving. Ran every where, and I mean every where. I have a picture of a whole group - D4 - Delta Devils D-4-1 and dated graduation July 1967. At Ft. Lewis with a bunch of guys from Butte, NT. Basic D-5-1 E-5-2 August 69 Drill Sgt Horn was the best. Where are you living now? And yes it rained all the time! Him and Horn..! FORT LEWIS U.S. Army Barracks Tour - Ft. Lewis/Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA [2017] Patrick De Vera 188 subscribers Subscribe 731 Share 80K views 5 years ago If you have any questions,. Gone all gone..replaced by new brick 3 story dormsonly thing left are the paved roads.only memories nowafter all we were told they were condemned in 1936. He reminded me of Sammy Davis Jr. I took basic same time Oct-Dec 71 C-3-2 3rd Platoon. One latter training march, we went about 20 miles and then set up guard perimeters and lay down in fighting positions we dug in the mud, which slowly filled with water, while vainly trying to keep warm. I was in B-5-2 from January 23, 1969, to around 1st of April 1969, then off to Ft. Ord. Since its opening in 1944 as a temporary hospital for war wounded, Madigan has grown into a tertiary care . The howitzer team rains hell down on the enemy from a distance. There for basic training on July 1968 & my DI was Sergeant Smith, I'm tracking down information on my grandpa in the service Sep 30 69 when left out fort lewis sfc t g hollandsworth, in nov 69 i don't remember squat except it was rough ,wet , cold i lived in a barracks like those mentioned when i was in basic training ,'i ended up a medical corpsman by choice and went to "i" corps viet nam I have my photo from Basic and I am still here in Sacramento my email I think should show up here I do not recognize your fathers name but that really does not mean much, I had all the guys sign the back of my photo. Although the law went into effect in 2005, implementing its requirements for JBLM access have been delayed until now. We were assingned to guard duty at the stockade. Mt. Remember the winter of 69,was supposed to do BCT at ft. BLISS TX. Rent My Motorcycle BRL Junte-se a ns! I remember the 20 mile force March, they don't work trainees as they did then. I seem to recall his name, but after 50 years I'm not much sure of anything. Good, hard training. Ours was DS Robles an E6 who had been to VN as 11B. Microphone I don't remember his name. A-2-1, Feb-Apr 1967. After AIT is did a tour in Vietnam Nam. You would be hard put to find an activity that you could not do in this area. We had some reserve drill sgts for their 2 weeks and they had a hard time keeping up with us. One wool blanket. I was in the First All Volunteer RA Basic Training Company AT Fort Lewis, WA (10 Sept 1971). Maree Mchugh I was there april 17 th 1969 to July. Stayed at Lewis in a training unit S4 until August and ended up in England for a year in Finance. , it looks like you graduated with my uncle, Alan Roderick?! E-5-2 August 69 drill Sgt quot ; I enlisted in the co. Posted: february 14 2023! 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