New 75th RRA Guestbook

I am trying to find Jim Steele or anyone else that might have known John Jakovac. The following is a note I tried to send Jim, but the email address was old. If anyone wants anymore background, please drop me or my daughter Allison a line at cjohnston2@cox.net.

Jim, Chris Johnston here. We contacted each other a few times back in the 90s re John Jakovac. Back before email and computers were so widespread.

My daughter is now doing a project in Senior year english on him. I had some of your old xeroxed pictures of you and others waiting to be picked up for a mission and she thought they might be good to add on a slide about LRRP ops (we have a couple of helo shots too). Anyway, we were wondering if you had a scan or digital version of any of those shots that you could email us that would be better than the xeroxes I have.

Also, enclosed are some shots from Wayne Lund of some of the 3rd/25th LRRPs from 67 (some prior to Team 3As loss on 30 May 67). Can you identify any of them? We compared some to the Jakovac pictures we have (I saw Jakovac1 on a memorial site, http://www.cacti35th.org/regiment/kia/kia_details.php? person_id=630&battalion=BDE. It implies someone might have pictures of him). We thought the guy lower right in LRRP2 and upper left in LRRP3, and far left in LRRPs6 might be him, but someone else said that was LT Clark.

Anyway, hope you are well, and if you can help with any of the above, Allison and I would appreciate it. Chris and Allison Johnston

Chris Johnston <cjohnston2@cox.net>
VIRGINIA, USA

Update on Don Valentine -- http://www.soft-vision.com/ranger

Joe Oliver <joessoft@yahoo.com>
TEXAS, USA

Checking radio-relay messages. Thanks You to those who run the site.
74th LRP LRRP N/CO members! Send me your photos/stories/poems as our video is in the progress of being developed. Our photo collection has increased 400% since the last reunion as members have gotten involved.
Last two Patrolling Issues have increased from three to five pages. Our unit director Reed has done a great job which he couldn't have done if we didn't support him. The Rangers of today are especially appriciated for their service. I also want to thank the troops that supported November Company. Without their effort we Rangers could not have accomblished our missions.

Robert 'twin' Henriksen <ncorgr@yahoo.com>
N/CO 75th - 173rd Abn Brigade
WASHINGTON, USA

can anyone tell me how to get copies of Ranger School class lists, and how the classes are numbered. Is it by month and year of graduation? Thanks e-mail me if you know.

Dave Bristol <djbristol@msn.com>
K Company 75th Inf.
COLORADO, USA

To all Ranger brothers now serving.Us old Rangers love you and will support you untill the day we move on to fiddlers green. Watch your top knot,live the creed,come home safe young brothers.RLTW!!!

Gary Strout<nightjump75@yahoo.ca>
C Co, 1/75 Ranger Airborne (old scroll)

CANADIAN AIRBORNE 40TH REUNION 2008
Canadian paratroopers have over the years had a long standing association with Airborne Rangers. It is with pleasure we announce the 40th Anniversay of Canadian Airborne Regiment Paratroopers to be held in Edmonton, Alberta Canada, 19-21 June 2008. With this announcement we send out an airborne welcome to all our Ranger brothers to join in our planned activities. Specific details can be found at the following web link - http://airbornereunion2008.thecav.ca

Dave R. Paris, Reunion 2008 Communications

Dave R. Paris<airborne-reunion-2008@shaw.ca>
Airborne 40th Reunion Committee
conphone: 780.973.4011 ext 6153

Dear Rangers, Please allow me the opportunity to introduce myself: My name is Roger Hendrixson, I am 47 years old and live in Landing, New Jersey. Perhaps you can assist me.

I have begun to research the Ranger's participation in Operation Urgent Fury, and would like to compose a short email interview with a Ranger or Rangers who took part in the operation. There is much written about the drop to Salinas and the rescue of American students. However I have not been successful in finding any interviews from Rangers participating in the mission.

At this point I would like to hear from them, and speak of what it was like during the days leading up and following October 25th. 1983. My intention is to very discrete, only to use the replies for my own personal use, and to communicate in a meaningful way with some of the men involved. From what I have been able to find, most American's recall very few details about Urgent Fury. When I ask, the most common reply is, "Sorry I don't remember it."

I believe there is more to this neglected piece of history. and have assembled a very nice collection of Ranger / Grenada materials, books and internet files. Would you be so kind as to forward this email to those who you believe would be interested in speaking with me. My email is: bainc83@hotmail.com

Sincerely, Roger Hendrixson

To my Gulf War LRSD comrades, this week's Time Magazine cover story states that I was a team leader. The journalist misunderstood "Senior Scout" for "Team Leader." Sorry for that, Easler and Thomas!! No offense. Sgt. Thomas, I would love to talk to you if you see this. Thanks.

John Carter<john.carter@terra.com.br>
LRSD 101ST 90-93
TEXAS, USA

Nice to hear about all you guys. Glad you are still hanging tough.

Michael Cantrell<mcantrel@bellsouth.net>
A75

Gentelmen- There have been ongoing issues with the main website, service provider. The problem originates at their server and is being looked into. A longer term solution has devised (and will be implimented shortly).
Thank you for your patience.

Dave Regenthal '68-69<dregenthal@comcast.net>
F 50th/F 75th
webmaster, 75thRRA

Greetings Old Hoooahs out there. Just got back from Savannah at St Patrick's day, not the same without being in the BN. Of course, being 20 years older has something to do with that as well.

Proud to see all the press on the Regt in the media. I'm really proud of the Regt and all we stand for in life and military service. We got some press in the new book, "Lone Survivor" and others.

I think back, those were the best 4 years of my life was in the Ranger BN, followed by two great years in Colorado 4th ID LRSD, and then 4 years in IA Nat. Guard LRSD (Camp Dodge). Now I'm a civilian, out of shape, and over-paid compared to our servicemen and women. Anyway, hope all of y'all are having a great spring.
Adam (aka Combat) Clark

Adam Clark <clark.adam@sbcglobal.net>
Bco 1/75 (1989-1993)
TEXAS, USA

Brian great to see your alive. My e mail address is ranger_tc@yahoo.com Drop me a line. I could not get thru on yours.

Taft C Yates Jr <ranger_tc@yahoo.com>
2/75, 4th RTB, E 51st
KANSAS, USA

Rangers Are Appreciated- I walked into a Cracker Barrel in Atlanta, with my 75th Ranger Assn Cap on. A gentleman in a suit nodded to me and I nodded back. After I finished breakfast, I asked for my bill. The waitress said it was taken care of and asked me if I knew the man. I said that I didn't know him. He was gone. My breakfast was taken care of by him. Thank-you, Sir.

Stephen G Lengel <kaylenef@mindspring.com>
7th Corps LRRP
GEORGIA, USA

As I read the other posts, I am awys amazed at the brotherhood we all share. Granted, the ties are more intense with those we fought alongside of, but brothers nonetheless. I am proud to have served with the rangers.Becoming a Ranger was the single mot exhilerating time of my life. After going to a couple of reunions at Benning, I've come to the conclusion that our security, as a nation, is in good hands. The finest of the fine are wearing the black , red, and white scroll on their shoulders.Us old wolves are proud of ou all. You'reour heroes.

R. Michael Rosenseig <rmichaelr6971@netzero.com>
Life member 75thRRAlife member 173rd Abn.Brigade assoc.
INDIANA, USA

Hello, My first husband, Sgt. Daniel Sedillo, served in A Co. 75th Rangers at Ft. Hood, TX. He was in Vietnam from Dec. 70 to Dec. 71. He returned from Vietnam and died with a brain tumor in May of 74. I have recently found this website and check it often. I have remarried, but it was an honor to be the wife of a Airborne Ranger! Our daughters and I are proud of his service to our country.

Brenda Miller (Sedillo) <rdjjoj6@yahoo.com>
Married to Airborne Ranger
GEORGIA, USA

My name is Bob Lesco and I served with the 134th AHC as a door gunner from 7/67 thru 12/68. I had the honor of meeting Gary Dolan at our last reunion held in RI. I want to take this time to thank all the rangers tht made all members of the 134th honorary members of the Charlie Rangers. All of us are really looking forward to the joint reunion next year. Just a reminder that our reunion will be held from June 5th thru the 8th in Mn. If any would like to attend please let me know and I will be glad to send you all of the information, or just go to our web site 134thahc.com. Again....THANK YOU from all of the members of the 134th

Bob Lesco <samyap@cox.net>
134th AHC
RHODE ISLAND, USA

One of the most grateful things I ever did was to become a Ranger. I am proud of the brethren I have severed with. As well as the brethren that I have known and have lost in either training or combat, it's still a loss.

For there is many fine individuals I have met and would stand up for all, there are a few that even to this day I remember and try to emulate (thank you LG! For being short, your sure hard to stand up against and emulate!). Two words sum it up the best….and only if you were or are a Ranger would you understand..Sua Sponte! If you're not one of us you'll never understand.

anonymous
IOWA, USA

I was in a serious accident in 2007 and am now on SSI.(brain injured)hard to put a Ranger down. I am trying to contact other brothers in arms one such as Taft Yates old platoon sgt. I would just like to see how the old boy is doing.

Brian Carlson <BCbarny2@hotmail.com>
2/75th Rgr Bn 1984-87
MINNESOTA, USA

Hi, My name is Frank Kowalewski, and i am looking for anybody who served in Vietnam with the 75th, in O company. I believe this to be the company of my grandfather, Walter Podgorski. If anybody knows of him, or served with him, or anything, please let me know. He passed away 4 months before i was born, and my family does not know much of his service. All we have are some patches from his uniform, and thats about it. If anybody can help me identify 2 of the patches, that would be of great help also. I have pictures of the patches on my computer, so if anybody could just email me if interested, please do. thanks

Frank Kowalewski <frank.kowalewski@kiski.org>
Grandson of Ranger
PENNSYLVANIA, USA

Commo check. Anyone out there?

Bill McCormack <williammccormack@mac.com>
C 1/75 FIST '88-91
NORTH CAROLINA, USA

served in viet nam 69-70 D co rangers co was maj drisko. looking to see if d company as an association i can contact and join, looking for old buddies i believe long binh was the closest town. thanks bones out!

kenneth mike miller <mmiller733@windstream.net>
D co 75th rangers viet nam
SOUTH CAROLINA, USA

Just looking to catch up with some old ranger buddies. RLTW.

Marc A Tobey <tobuster@comcast.net>
1/75 Bco. 1st. Plt. 86-88 Rgr. class 12-87
OREGON, USA

Been a member for 5 years, this is my first post, Bat Boy from '99-'01 then RFSed to the 101st for my last year active, 5/19 SFG for one year in the guard.

Casey Kilker <3rdRgrRegt@toast.net>
A Co 3/75 Glory Boys
COLORADO, USA

The upcoming Womens Bassmaster Classic being held on Lake Keowee in upstate SC is hosting the top 12 women Bass Anglers in the world. My friend Marcia Rubin will be fishing for top honors in the tournament Feb 21-24 and televised on ESPN. She will also have our 75th Assoc. Decal on her bost. She told me that one day she hoped to have a 75th Assoc wrap on her boat.Marcia is a wonderful person and with a never give up attitude.
If anyone is up that way for the Classic be sure to say hello to Marcia.
RLTW

Carl E Hudson <cthudson@bellsouth.net>
E/51 - G/75TH 68-69
SOUTH CAROLINA, USA

Just passing through and thought I'd say hi to any of the old fellows still kicking from the late 60s in Nam. Has anyone seen or heard from a ranger named Osborne, went home with a bullit in the foot while on my team, Returned to the hill after I ETS out. The very best to all for this new year, and I hope we see many more.

Steven Macomber <macombersteve62@msn.com>
N co 75th (LRP) 68-69
WASHINGTON, USA

Rangers,Im getting to be one of the old guys.Been liveing in the shadows too long.Id like to reconnect with some of the originals seen in unit photo.rReed,rYork,rHammer,rLaRivier,rMurphy,rPurdy,rEllis,rEvans,rBaker, rPugh,rCole,rSchmitt.I would enjoy hearing from any and all. Some not mentioned due to lack of space.All Planked Rangers of 1/75 Ft.Stewart RLTW!!

Gary M Strout <nightjump75@yahoo.ca>
1stBn75thInf.Ranger Airborne!/1974
CANADA

In reading the history of F/58th Inf and L/75th Ranger it is noteworthy that the organization activated and deployed from Ft Campbell in Dec '67 and became F/58th Inf was commanded by CPT Pete Fitts, First Sergeant;1SG Darrel Walker, Platoon Sergeants; PSG Owen E. Biglen, PSG John A. Brubaker and Operation Sergeant; PSG Harold D. Beck. All were recruited and encouraged by Div G2; LTC Charlie Beckwith.

Harold D Beck <smajb@aol.com>
USARet
KENTUCKY, USA

Good day all, I'm a recent member to the Association and happy to be so. I'm a TACP who was with C.Co. 1/75 from Nov 88 to Feb 96. Those were the best years of my 26 years so far. I'm currently stationed at Nellis AFB, NV or as I like to say, "Vegas BABY!". It's tough duty but I'm willing to take one for the team.
I look forward to linking up with old acquaintences.
Cheers, CMSgt Roger Cross

Roger Cross <roger.cross@nellis.af.mil>
OL-A/C. Co. 1/75
NEVADA, USA

I served with the finest bunch of Americans at C. Co. 1/75 from 1991 to 2001, then spent a couple of years with the J.P.R.A. in Virginia. I think about my brothers everyday - hope all is well with you all. I credit all I know and who I am today to the Ranger Regiment, the brothers of 1/75 and Brendan "Duke" Durkan. "How's the f***in" coffee taste?"

Bret Reeves <reeves175@yahoo.com>
KENTUCKY, USA

My name is Laura DeGreek, former Army Medic. My husband is James C. DeGreek, a great many things... one of which is a Ranger (i will not say "was"). I am looking to arrange a surprise reunion with anyone who served with him in 2nd and 75th in the 80's as well as any photos. Appreciate any help, Thanks.

Laura DeGreek <mrsdegreek@myway.com>
Wife of Ranger
MONTANA, USA

I am attempting to locate CSM RET Patrick Tadina Please pass this on for me Thanks, Rangers Lead The Way!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Irby Coton II <skysoldier173@verizon.net>
Retired SSG ARMY
VIRGINIA, USA

During one of the jungle school classes in an khe, an instructor was shot and severly wounded during a class at the school. He was showing how to interrogate and hold vietnam prisoners, another instructor acidently shot him, I need someone to verify this if you were there or know of the incident. Also, any members of 173rd an khe jungle school who was in class at the time of friendly fire artillery landing in the jungle school area from the mountain inside ah khe base. Also, looking for jungle school mess hall sergent provost. Also, looking for jungle school cook Jimmy Gibson and also, looking for anyone who arrived in Cam Rahn Bay april 9, 1968 who witnessed an accidental shooting in the barracks while awaiting orders to ship out. He was shot by a solider sitting on the bottom bunk who was given orders not to load weapon, and he loaded his weapon anyway and it fired thru the bunk into the back of my friend on the top bunk. He was rushed to the hospital and I never saw him again, I do not know his name or weather he survived or not. I sat by him on the 18 hour flight from the usa to cam rahn bay. If anyone knows about this incident please contact me at 318-435-0181. Also, does anybody that was stationed at an khe vietnam know the name of the bartender who served in the officers club and served with the military police. He was know as "Dittle" I think he was in the 5th calvery and was a tunnel rat for 2 years. I am looking for him but do not know what his full name is and I need to locate him as I have been diagnosed with chronic ptsd by three doctors and I need to substantiate my claim with the government for my benefits. I really need you guys out there to help me as I have severe memory loss today. By the way I was a cook also at the jungle school mess hall in 173rd airborne. God Bless America and all of you guys that served with me. Love you guys.

William Earl Young,Jr. <jollyrancherk@gmail.com>
173rd Airborne Jungle School An Khe, S. Vietnam
LOUISIANA, USA

30 years have passed since I left the mighty 1st Bn at Ft Stewart. As we all know such association has a lifelong effect on all of us. The word Ranger is well known and respected wherever we go. I welcome any contact from those who were there when it began in 1974 at Camp Swampy..

Rick Corbin <rickrun1655@yahoo.com>
C Co 1/75
FLORIDA, USA

I served at 3rd battalion I was assigned to C. Co. 2nd platoon weapons squad, looking for any contact from Mcquaid, Passage, SGT Carpenter, Peach, Permenter, Jarjoura, Reed or anyone from 2nd platoon. leave me a message or call me 303 331-7846, 720 530-4440, 303 632-8708, 720 891-5838 would like to get in touch with you guys again!!!

JUAN (RUDY) URRUITA
C. CO. 3/75TH RGR. REGT
COLORADO, USA

Wishing All Rangers Happy New - and each one of us should try to locate a Ranger to join the Association! N/Co Rangers: Please update your email contact with me or our unit director, Reed. This message is for those in our radio-relay (email) communication that have not updated their call sign. Thank You to those you run this web-site!!

Robert Henriksen <ncorgr@yahoo.com>
November Company 75th 70/71
WASHINGTON, USA

I am looking for david perkin and steve murphy.Perk the fat Cat was last a Officer in some tank unit at ft riley lost touch after he attended wedding in 97.Murph was last seen at ft benning as a instructor.I attended a reunion with gordon May aka stick man in 2005 at benning was a great time but lost e-mails real quick.Anyone that remembers me or stick from A co 3rd batt,drop me a line.

mike mccann <mccann2648@yahoo.com>
3rd ranger batt/75th regimental Hq
MISSOURI, USA

Buzzing around the internet; hello brothers. where can i find chief lasher? put me through bn rip 84 when he was a terrorizing buck sergeant (sgt collison, sgt stover), threw up on himself jumping into grenada; last i saw him, gitmo bowling alley motel, sep? 94, 160th soar.

Michael S. Manley sfc(ret) <michaelmanleys@hotmail.com>
1/75; 1984/86 / 1990/92
FLORIDA, USA

Glad to see the updates. Wishing everyone a very happy New Year. Keep driving on HOAHs of all ages and eras. Let us not forget any of the battles from WWII, Korea, Desert 1, Grenada, Panama, Desert Storm, Somallia, OIF, EOF.

Taft C Yates Jr <ranger_tc@yahoo.com>
A, B, C 2/75, C 4thRTB, E 51st
KANSAS, USA

(from Steve Ernst) Pray for McDonald Don Valentine. Don has suffered a heart attack while on a trip to Knoxville. He has four significant blockages. He will be undergoing open heart surgury tomorrow. The doctor's say his chances of surviving the operation are less than 50% due to complications with other health issues. Please keep Don and his wife in your prayers.

Joe Oliver <joessoft@yahoo.com>
Friend
TEXAS, USA