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Sign the Guest Book. Tell us how you were associated with the 24th Evacuation Hospital in Vietnam, your memories of Vietnam - or anything about the 24th Evac you would like to share.
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Robert Cooley <betbobcool@aol.com>
Atoka, TN USA
Association: my brother, harvey cooley, was a medic
looking for anyone who was treated on the field in combat by my brother, Doc Cooley, medic with D Co, 199th (redcatchers). He was killed in action May 6th, 68.
- Sunday, March 07, 2010 at 19:05:33 (EST)
Charles Colburn <ccolburn@bright.net>
Chillicothe, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 15, 1971
Association: Patient
I was with Navy Mine Division 72 operating in Mekong Delta operation Market Time. Was dusted off to Long Binh and had surgery there before being shipped conus. Great people there who took good care of me and saved my life. Many thanks.
- Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 19:59:10 (EST)
Rance Jurevwicz, Capt., USA, Ret <admin@veteranprograms.com>
Highland, CA USA
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- Saturday, February 20, 2010 at 18:07:15 (EST)
Karl Roth <kjroth@activ8.net.au>
Mataranka, Northern Territory Australia
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968
Association: Patient
Aussie, Field Engineer RAE Patient, depressed zygomatic arch. Hit the ground too hard. You guys patched and picked me up plus helped out a lot of other Aussies. God Bless. Regards, Karl "Darkie" Roth
- Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at 20:24:12 (EST)
Reinaldo Torres <bandolero7@sc.rr.com>
Columbia, SC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 68-69
Association: Friend to the at that time company commander.
I was stationed at Long Bihn with the 32nd Medical Depot. Prior to going to Nam, I was stationed with the 13th Field Hospital at Ft. Belvoir, Va. The company commander went to the 24th Evac.
- Saturday, February 13, 2010 at 20:56:35 (EST)
Greg Stern <gregory.d.stern@gmail.com>
Harrison, NY USA
Association: My Father served at Long Binh and lived and worked near 24th
My father, Captain Bruce Stern, lived and worked in close proximity to the 24th Evac Hospital. I am trying to find out if any 24th Vets remember him. He was in-country November 1968-August 1969. He was in the 56th APU and was the asst. Post Comptroller. Please contact me if anyone has any information. gregory.d.stern@gmail.com Thank you and Welcome Home
- Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 19:43:48 (EST)
Jim Rothblatt <redleef@verizon.net>
Palm Springs, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967
Association: Patient, Visitor, Ambulance Driver
Sometime early in 1967, maybe March, while I was a platoon medic with the 199th I seriously sprained my ankle jumping off the back of a deuce and a half truck. At the time I thought my ankle was broken. I arrived at the 24th Evac Hospital riding in a jeep just as medevac choppers were landing and off loading dozens of seriously wounded grunts. I hopped into the hospital on my good foot alongside those broken, bloody, muddy and maimed men. Multiple teams of hospital medics were putting the litters up on saw horses and working on each of them in what had the appearance of practiced efficiency, while I was guided into another room. Because I only had an injured foot and had arrived in the middle of all that bloody controlled chaos, I assumed I would be put on hold until things settled down. It only seemed right. But what did happen with me is that a doctor met me first thing, said my foot appeared to be broken. I was sent immediately to x-ray. Shortly after the doctor met me again, said it wasnít broken, but was a sprain, my ankle was wrapped, I was given crutches and I was told that it would probably be a couple of weeks before the swelling would be down enough to get my foot back into a boot. An ambulance arrived shortly thereafter, picked me up and took me to BMB where I got a few weeks of light duty in the rear before returning to the field again. It was the best, most efficient medical attention and treatment I have ever received and it all took place during a massive triage situation. There is no doubt in my mind that all those wounded infantryman got as good as I got just as timely and just as efficiently. I remain impressed to this day at what took place then and there 43 years ago.
- Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 06:15:29 (EST)
Leon Rodriguez <elserod@aol.com>
Denver, CO USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 1967 - June 1968
Association: NCOIC of Operating Rooms & CMS
I was the Sergeant that adopted Baby Barbara. Barbara has done beautifully. She has her own family now, with a good husband, a beautiful thirteen year old daughter and a bright eighteen year old son. Barbara is 42 years old and has been married 20 years. As you know, Barbara's name given by her natural parents was Nguyen Thi Mein. There was only one scary time in parenting Barbara. That was in 1970 when the Vietnamese Government sent me rules and reporting requirements for her care. I immediately adopted Barbara in American Court and expedited her US Citizenship. It is interesting to note, that recently there have been many articles about the adoption of Barbara. None of them have much accuracy, but at least talking or writing about Barbara is good for the writer or speaker. Barbara has always been a joy for my wife and I. I have offered Barbara the chance to go back to Vietnam, but she always says, Dad you and Mom are my parents and there is nothing in Vietnam for me to go to. For me, I truly believe I have much more than I deserve. Respectfully, Leon Rodriguez
- Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at 20:07:26 (EST)
Jim Rothblatt <redleef@verizon.net>
Palm Springs, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967
Association: Patient once, Visited a patient once and for 3 1/2 months was ambulance driver between 199th BMB and the 24th Evac
I have three memories of the 24th. I'll share the last one first and the others on later entries. I was a medic with the 199th. My last 3 1/2 months in country I was an ambulance driver who took sick call back and forth between our base camp and the 24th. As part of my duty assignment I would sometimes be an on-call driver at night in case of emergencies and such. There were times when I was pulling all night duty that I would get a call fom the 24th to pick up an officer from the 24th Evac. It meant doing a round trip at night to the hospital and back for me and whoever rode shotgun... actually more like M-16. The nurse rode in the back of my jeep ambulance. On one of my pickups, she climbed into the back and I accidentally backed into a ditch. I always remember how graceful she looked somersaulting over the strap in the back of the jeep into the dirt, when the vehicle came to a sudden stop. She seemed unhurt, if not embarrassed.
- Tuesday, January 26, 2010 at 21:40:22 (EST)
Kammy McCleery <namdd@insightbb.com>
Lexington, KY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1 April 1968
Association: Patient
Vivid memories of 24th Evac at Long Binh in April 1968. When our driver and I were involved in a jeep/truck accident in the middle of Bien Hoa on 1 April 1968, I left knee prints in the dashboard and the metal bar at the top of the windshield left its mark on my forehead. When a medcap mission stopped by on their way back to 24th Evac, they took me along... wrapped my head in bandages, put me in the front seat, held on to the back of my uniform so I wouldn't fall out, and bitched all the way back about being crowded into the back seat. When I got there, 2 other DDs had just left... saw me... turned around and came right back to the 24th. Pat Rowan leaned over me and said, "Wow, that's cool... I never saw a skull before!" I immediately told her to find a mirror for me so I could see, too. The doctor said, "No!" That's when I started to get worried... I kept thinking that I hadn't been that pretty before... what was I going to look like now? They put me on a stretcher on sawhorses and gave me a camouflage 'We Try Harder' button to hold. A Spec 5 stitched me up the first time with 5 big stitches... When the doctor came in, he said, "You can't put big stitches in a girl... They'll show!" Oh, terrific... Then the doc took out the stitches, debrided the wound and put in 17 tiny stitches. Turns out he was a plastic surgeon who'd been drafted and had three weeks left in country. Thank you, God!! I looked like a battered raccoon for a couple of weeks. The ARC couldn't let me go out in the field like that, so I finally got to go on R&;R after 9 months in country. The doctor asked for a chess set and commented that he doubted he'd get it. Unfortunately, he was right. I couldn't get anyone to take a chess set to him. He also advised me that I had come within a quarter inch of losing my right eye. An officer came around shortly after the accident and told me that if I completed an accident report, the guy driving the truck that turned in front of us would likely be demoted and lose pay, so I never went through with it. I just asked that the soldier come visit me to see the result of his hurry. Never happened. I lost the Avis 'We Try Harder' button... wish I still had it. When I first saw M*A*S*H, the movie, I yelped at the scene where Hawkeye asks if the patient is an officer or an enlisted man... upon being told that he was an enlisted man, Hawkeye comments that it's okay to make the stitches big. Been there, done that... Thank you to the plastic surgeon yet again...
- Monday, January 25, 2010 at 21:07:00 (EST)
John Michael Perry <txkoshemike@gmail.net>
Temple, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969-1970
Association: 9th Med Long Binh
9th Med didn't have mess facilities so we ate at the 24th Mess. Made a couple of good friends there, Art Marchand and Dave (RED) Hadden. Found Red, now to find Art, Arthur Marchand Jr. Last known address for Art was City of Commerce CA. I have vivid memories in retrospect. My time there made me what I am today.
- Tuesday, January 19, 2010 at 19:57:07 (EST)
Jerry M. Yarbrough <peoriaguy@hotmail.com>
Phoenix, AZ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 67-68
Association: ran the supply/laundry
I served at the 24th Evac. in 67/68. I ran the supply/laundry during my time there. My most notable accomplishment was the conversion of a water heater from a washing machine to the showers so the staff could take hot showers. A little thing but at the time it was quite a deal. My contact information is: Jerry M. Yarbrough (Sgt) 17825 N. 7th Street #111 Phoenix, AZ 85022-1114 email is: peoriaguy@hotmail.com Thanks for any information, Jerry aka FAT RAT
- Monday, January 18, 2010 at 18:50:13 (EST)
Nancy Van Slooten Bergman <bergie@macatawa.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: in the original group that went to Vietnam
Association: Nurse
I was a nurse in the original group that went to Vietnam, assigned to the 24th Evac. I would like to locate either than Lt Nancy Betz, originally from Denver and later believed to have moved to the San Francisco area , or Laura Ella Fletcher originally from Baton Rouge, LA. I believe Laura retired from the army as a Lt Col but am not sure.Someone told me they thought she might be in the Pacific NW.I would love to hear from anyone from the original group. I was able to attend the 1st reunion in DC, but missed the 2nd as my son was graduating from college then. Are there anymore plans for another reunion?
- Tuesday, January 05, 2010 at 20:11:29 (EST)
Robert Tolliver <Gunnersfchd@msn.com>
Wrightwood, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: visited many times from 1968 to 1970
Association: Combat medic with C -3/7 199th inf. sent many wounded to you
Just found your site and wanted to say thanks to all who served with the 24th. You saved many lives and my sincere thanks to all of you.
- Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 18:22:36 (EST)
John Gibson <heath843@shtc.net>
Chesterfield, SC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 1968 - Nov 1969
Association: Corpman
I would like to hear from workers from the maxial facial ward.
- Monday, December 28, 2009 at 20:14:55 (EST)
Mel Libby <namvet676848@yahoo.com>
Durand, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 67 - Nov 68
Association: Corpsman Neurosurgical wards
That was a nice tribute Cathie!! Yup, sometimes I wonder if the guys are doing OK. Not having been wounded, one seems to just move on to normalcy ~~then every now and again think about the guys that came thru the ward, and think of their lives. 41 yrs ago ~~~or was it just yesterday. All, have a good upcoming year!!
- Saturday, December 26, 2009 at 18:36:23 (EST)
Cathie Henderson Solomonson <swanwake@aol.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Henderson
Troutman, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: April Fools' Day ,1968 thru St Patty's,1969
Association: ANC, Neuro Post OP
David Cass was one of our patients w/a cervical spinal cord injury. His daughter, Maggie, created this tribute to him .. you can hear his voice during the video. I find it so moving .. and wanted to share with all who may have taken care of him. http://www.youtube.com/user/margueritelouisacass For most, we never found out how they did after they left the 24th. But I can attest to all the gusto with which David has lived..
- Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 17:13:37 (EST)
Arne LeDavid Fitts (Arnie) <dfitts@worldnet.att.net>
Custer, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Mar 70-July 70
Association: Med supply, 9th Med Lab, Cast Clinic,& patient Easter '70
I found one of my oldest, lostest friends here yesterday and I am still absorbing that. These people literally saved my life in more ways than I can count. I don't remember much of my time there, but I would welcome contact with anyone who knew me, even if it is to tell me what a jerk I was. I bet I owe a lot of apologies....I swear, I didn't know I was crazy....(you probably get that a lot...) Thanks, Arnie
- Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 08:39:34 (EST)
Les McFadzen <mcfadzen@bigpond.net.au>
Alexandra Hills, QLD Australia
I was at the 24th Evac from: 8/09/70, 15-16/10/70,4-6/03/71,5/06/71
Association: Patient
I was an Australian Liaison Officer (PW2)based at Long Binh from Apr 70 to Jul 71. I was treated for minor injuries & wounds at the 24th on 4 different occasions. My stays were not long enough to get to know staff but long enough to appreciate their professional and caring help. I remember Dr Jack Gordon as I recruited him to play rugby with the Australian Military team in Saigon. Other 24th personnel also played rugby with us. Contact me if you remember the rugby games against Circle de Sportif.
- Sunday, December 20, 2009 at 08:34:33 (EST)
David Hadden <sdhadden_2000@yahoo.com>
Chanhassen, MN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 69-70
Association: Cast Man Ward 11
Heard from Arnie Fitts today. We are looking for Art Marchand. Art if you are out there, please email. dave hadden
- Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 21:57:51 (EST)
chan tsu <chanatto@yahoo.com>
Elmonte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968 to 1972
Association: Med & Interpreter
1968 to 1970 I worked at ER with Major Troniar head nurse. From 1970 to 1972 I worked at A&;D night shift - a meaningful & wonderful period of my life. Especially want hear from Bach Tuyet Sweet Pea and Major Troniart.
- Thursday, December 17, 2009 at 21:21:47 (EST)
Jerry Harrison <fgharrison@hotmail.com>
Atlanta, GA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: April 1970
Association: Patient
I just wanted to say thank you to the entire team of folks that helped myself and other members of the 199th Light Infantry Brigade. You really have no idea how comforting it is to go from a firefight and wounds to a warm, friendly voice telling you it is going to be OK. Never forget the smell either, I could feel my blood pressure and comfort level getting better. Again thank you for myself and other members of 4th Battalion, 12th Infantry, 199th LIB.
- Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 20:45:27 (EST)
Bob Miller <rjma@rjma.com>
Buffalo, NY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: August 1970 through June 1971
Association: Personnel Officer
I would love to share memories of my time at the 24th. http://bobmillerflighttraining.com
- Sunday, December 13, 2009 at 20:57:54 (EST)
William White <willwhite9869@aol.com>
Washington, DC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 67-Sept 68
Association: OR Tech
Worked in the OR.
- Tuesday, December 08, 2009 at 22:49:23 (EST)
Lee Hayes <leehayeshayes@hotmail.com>
Bisbee, AZ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1971-1972
Association: 9th Med Lab / 24th Evac Hospital Complex
I worked at the Med Lab Infectious Diseases Section(1971-72), at the lab,volunteered at the 24th Emergency Room, and trained tehnicians at WRAIR facility at 24th EVAC. Sp.5 Lee Hayes
- Monday, December 07, 2009 at 08:03:15 (EST)
Susan L. Backs <sunshine223@mindspring.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Lodge
Leavenworth, KS USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 70 -July 71
Association: 2 LT nurse in POW hospital & wards 9 & 10 (GU/Ortho)
Haven't been on in quite some time. New grandbabies, new puppy and very busy unit to work, plus emerg commo with Ham radio. (MARS has not gone away. Long after I returned, someone mentioned they thought that I was in a book... turned out it was true. Friend Jill Mishkel & I had gone to RVN tigether from basic. I wanted north..'where the action was'..so little did I know. Jill saw the chief nurse first...so where did we go? She had asked for anything together...so 24th was our new home. Found wonderful comrades and lifelong friends. Walk in peace.
- Thursday, December 03, 2009 at 06:17:06 (EST)
MARIA H. HOANG <mariahoang47@yahoo.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: TRAN THI HONG
Irvine, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1971-1972
Association: Medical Record Clerk
I was a Medical Record Clerk under CPT JERRY L. BROWN,MSC, REGISTRAR, 24th Evacuation Hospital. CPT BROWN was a Vietnamese's Guardian Angel. I am looking for help to locate CPT BROWN, please help. Thanks.
- Wednesday, December 02, 2009 at 08:50:27 (EST)
Lawrence (Larry) Chester <chesterdulee@yahoo.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1966 - June 1967
MY name is Lawrence (Larry) Chester. I was with the 24th when they shipped out from Fort Sam Houston. I started taking pictures as soon as I could when we were building the hospital. When the hospital was opened I worked as a corpman on Post-op 2. I was shipped back to the states the first part of June 1967. Following is a link to my pictures. https://cid-fefa7a11e6e5d389.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/24th%20Evac%20Hospital
- Monday, November 30, 2009 at 20:38:19 (EST)
Allan Wolff <apw40@yahoo.com>
Chicago, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1966-1967
Association: Physician
My thoughts of all those who served on our mission of healing remains forever in my mind. Interesting facts to note: the youngest corpsman to serve with the 24 evac in 1966 was born in 1948 and would be 61 years old today. The youngest nurse in 1966 was born in 1944 and would be 65 years old. The youngest doc in 1966 was born in 1940 and would be 69 years old. Similarly, the youngest corpsman in 1972 was born in 1954 and would be 55 years old. The youngest nurse in 1972 was born in 1950 and would be 60 years old. The youngest doc in 1972 was born in 1947 and would be 62 years old. We are an aging group of survivors and I am glad that the pictures on our web site tell us that all that we recall actually did happen! God bless you all!! May you have good health and fond memories!
- Monday, November 30, 2009 at 20:31:19 (EST)
John Baldwin, MD <jnbaldwin@mlode.com>
Twain Harte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 68 to May 69
Association: General, vascular and chest surgeon MD
Just a quick note to thank Joan Fortmiller, wife of our lost brother, Ed Fortmiller, my beloved Wardmaster on Panels 4 and 5...60 patients each...he made my "job" a piece of cake with his responsibility and talent...doing the things that a surgeon still does in real life, but he did it better...IVs, bandages, debridement, loving care, common sense for 2AM medicines or transfusion. God bless you Ed. For all of the new sign ons...this 24th evac site is unique...we are among the last STANDING...no 3rd Field and 45th Surg, among others, is moribund. Sign in, and somebody will answer: "Welcome Home Brother". John Baldwin, MD. Surgeon 68-69 and a real believer
- Thursday, November 26, 2009 at 21:11:57 (EST)
Bruce Linsenmayer <brucelinsenmayer@earthlink.net>
I am lookig for a medic by the name of "Doc" Gibson who would have been assigned to B company 5/12 199th in September of 1969. Can anyone help?
- Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at 20:52:18 (EST)
Stanley Carter <carpaintter@hotmail.com>
Port Orchard, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct. 24, 1970 to Nov. 2,1970
Association: Patient
I was hurt in a freak accident when my tank pivoted on my feet.. I wanted to thank all of the staff nurses/doctors etc. who took care of me. I almost lost my right foot but with what the staff did they saved it. I am fine today. Thank you so much! Stan
- Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 17:26:48 (EST)
Barbara Peterson <ezee2remember@comcast.net>
Montesano, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 29 - April 20, 1969
Association: Relative
My husband was there in April 1969 as a patient: I just wanted to personally thank all of you who had part in his recovery. His story is listed here and if you have not read it before; please consider taking the time to do so. It has been a blessing to me to be able to spend these 40 wonderful years with this man. I am thankful to you all for your service to our country. May God be given all the glory for your great talents in the medical field. Thanks so very much.
- Friday, November 13, 2009 at 07:31:06 (EST)
Thomas Havican <tomhavican@yahoo.com>
Taylor, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: April 1969 to Jan 1970
Association: OR Tech/CMS
I was an OR tech in the 24th evac hospital. I remember working with Dr. Yang. He was a great neurosurgeon. I worked mostly nights and we got great treats from the bakery. I turned 21 over there.
- Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 21:00:42 (EST)
David Nice <dnicetry@hughes.net>
Conesus, NY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 9/1971 - 6/1972
Association: 92 B Lab Tech
Worked nights from Oct 71 thru June 72. Maj Tom Desmond and Cpt David Ohashi were the lab OIC's during my tour. Col Blodgett was the hospital commander and Cpt Myers was the detachment CO. During this time in my life I felt that I made a difference and missed the "jazz" when I returned to "The World". I remember the VVAW protest on Thanksgiving 71 at the theater where they only had bread and water. I took a picture and in 1979 met a person in Rochester, NY that was in the picture. Also, at the post Post Office across the street I ran into a former high school classmate. What a small world. Today is Veterans Day 2009 and I salute everyone I served with and all veterans. Peace.
- Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at 20:57:54 (EST)
David Hadden <sdhadden_200@yahoo.com>
Chanhassen, MN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 69-70
Association: 91h20 ortho tech, ward 11
The food was good, midnight chow a great time. The 24th made me who I am today. The doctors skilled and caring. Expecially LTC Allen Merrill, ward 11 Hootches 29,21,and 19. I was 19 at the time and started shaving. Love to the guys who unloaded the choppers, the ER people who were tremendous, xray Pat Drob who won a bronze star for the live mortar round in the chest xray. All the guys in the lab and wrair. The pre-op and recovery people I send you my greatest respect. John Carder my closest known living friend who still does the same work as an RN down in Texas. Then the OR...I love all of you. The little red headed pot smoking cast man. Dave
- Wednesday, November 04, 2009 at 07:45:09 (EST)
Gary T. Jones <volsborn@hotmail.com>
Emden, MO USA
Association: Patient
Well it's been nearly 40 years since I was medivaced to either the 93rd evac hospital or the 24th. Memory and numbers are a blur. Had a head injury and punctured lung. But if I wasn't at the 24TH thanks anyway to one and all. It don't matter what evac ya'll were at. We were glad you were there for us. My brother went thru also, one of the two. We both got great care and survived. Thanks to all of you whether you were at the 93rd or the 24th. THANKS AND GOD BLESS YA ONE AND ALL. Gary T. Jones. now a 100% disabled vet. My brother got his in 1970 and I was finally diagnosed for it in 2001. THANKS AGAIN.
- Monday, November 02, 2009 at 06:20:57 (EST)
Rance Jurevwicz <admin@veteranprograms.com>
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- Friday, October 30, 2009 at 16:56:35 (EDT)
Marj Billker Graves <ashtin@netzero.net>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Kersey
Louisville, KY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July, 1971 through May, 1972
Association: Nurse, Captain while I was there
I was a head nurse on the Orthopedic and Genitourinary wards. Also assigned with Dr. Jon Lloyd (connected with him today) to provide medical support for the Bob Hope and Sammy Davis Jr., shows. Would love to connect with others from the 24th. Also talked today with Dr. Marvin Wayne. Thank you for providing this site. Plans for a reunion???
- Monday, October 26, 2009 at 19:08:30 (EDT)
Jon C. Lloyd <jlloyd@gmail.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA
Worked at Third Field Army Hospital, Saigon 1971-72, general surgeon. Had friends at 24th Evac and visited frequently. Can't find a website for Third Field. Just wanted to touch base with mostly fond memories. www.positivedeviance.org www.plexusinstitute.org
- Sunday, October 25, 2009 at 08:50:23 (EDT)
Peter Slota <petlin@charter.net>
Webster, MA USA
Association: Visited from 93rd
I was a surgical tech at the 93rd, across Long Binh. Have a few friends at the 24th from OR school in San Antonio. Remember visiting from time to time. You guys had the head and neck stuff, we seemed to get most everything else. I remember being in your OR and having a look see. I also remember someone had the Moody Blues 'To our Childrens, chidrens, children' that I heard for the first time one evening there. Now we're all getting older, and doing our best to hang in there. At least today's vets get it better from the people who have learned to separate the war from those of us who served. Peace my brothers and sisters...Peter
- Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 16:39:28 (EDT)
Ricardo Ruiz <ruizozzie@yahoo.com>
Whitsett, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Dec 1-6, 1969
Association: Patient
I was wounded on Dec 1, 1969 and was transported to the 24th evacuation hospital. Does anyone know where I can find my medical records? I have tried the national personal records already. I have burns on the right side of my body and the VA wants prof I was wounded because my dDD214 or other records I have does not state I was wounded. Does any one know what an A&;D form is? Please can anyone help me after so many years?
- Monday, October 12, 2009 at 21:52:55 (EDT)
Mark Eastwood <Eastmarkvet@aol.com>
Akron, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Feb. 1, 1968
Association: Patient
Wounded first night of Tet. I remember being taken directly for xray then a very short time later a doctor or nurse standing over me explaining the extent of my wounds. My chest began to feel heavy and I had some difficutly breathing easily and I told him to do what he had to do. Then I believe I passed out. Awoke the next day, my right leg had to be aputated almost at the hip. But doing fine today thanks to the care I received at the 24th. Thank you.
- Monday, October 05, 2009 at 18:25:08 (EDT)
Joe Patawaran <jpatawaran@atmc.net>
Sunset Beach, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1970-1971
Association: Registrar
Looking for two roomates at this time. Their names were Larry and George and they worked in the physical therapy section at the hospital in 1970-1971. Please email if you knew them or worked in their sections. Jpatawaran@atmc.net
- Saturday, October 03, 2009 at 18:57:18 (EDT)
Wayne Thompson <octofoil@bellsouth.net>
Lugoff, SC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Mar 1967 through Mar 1968
Association: Helicopter Crew
I was a helicopter crew chief with the 9th Infantry Division while in Vietnam. We cas evacuated many soldiers to the 24th Evacuation Hospital. The men and women who worked at the hospital were extremely professional. I hold you in very high regard. I am diagnosed with PTSD, and every day I relive my experience of wounded soldiers and bringing them to the hospital. Thank you so much for your service to your fellow soldiers and to this great nation. Wayne Thompson
- Friday, October 02, 2009 at 14:57:50 (EDT)
Marvin Wayne, MD <mawayne@hotmail.com>
Bellingham, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1971-1972
Association: Surgeon 1971
Recently completed a movie based on, and as a tribute to the 24th. Fiction, but based a lot on real incidents and people. It is the first American War Movie ever allowed to shoot in Vietnam. Movie has many great stars including Amy Acker, Danica Mckellar, Faye Dunaway, Tom Sizemore and many others. Heroes of the movie are the nurses. We will have the world premier of the movie in Chicago the week of Oct 26. Preview can be seen at http://universaltransmedia.com/21MOVIE.html. Free tickets to any Vietnam Veteran can be requested at wakeuptix@aol.com. Hope to hear from and see some of you at the premier in Chicago.
- Thursday, October 01, 2009 at 20:16:09 (EDT)
Andy Wilson <andy.wilson740@gmail.com>
Great Falls, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 24 May - 1 Jun 1969
Association: Patient
I stepped on a booby trap and was hit head to toe with shrapnel. I remember a red haired surgeon who gave me words of encouragement before they anesthetized me for the OR. I remember a female nurse who held my hand one difficult night. I always thought how compassionate - she must have had so many things to do. I think she was from Colorado - dark hair. And finally, Nurse 2LT Susan Schiller who wrote a letter to my parents that I dictated. I was in no condition to write. I have the letter in my hands now. I went on to Okinawa and over a year at Walter Reed. Thanks to all the great care, I am enjoying a very good life. God Bless all of you. Please write if this stirs any memories.
- Thursday, September 24, 2009 at 18:35:17 (EDT)
Tommy Wooten <tjwoot@insightbb.com>
Louisville, KY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 04/29/1968 - 05/12/1968
Association: Patient
I want to thank the men and women who took great care of us at the 24th evac. I was with I trp 3rd sqd 11 acr. Was wounded 29 april 1968. Our acave took a rpg down the left side and exploded just below my left gun shield received tramatic injury to my left hand. Doctor there said worst hand injury he had seen not to have been blown off. Thanks to the quick response with dustoff and you guys a lot of us still have use of our limbs! Again a Heart felt thanks and God bless you ALL!
- Tuesday, September 22, 2009 at 19:48:03 (EDT)
Nancy ( Van Slooten) Bergman <bergie@macatawa.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Van Slooten
Hamilton, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 66 - Aug 67
Association: Nurse
Would love to hear from anyone. Was sent to PleiKU with Lorrie Fletcher and Nancy Betz when the 24th was ready when we arrived in country.
- Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at 06:11:30 (EDT)
Stuart Ingle <stuieman@hotmail.com>
Fresno, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 28 -Nov. 3 or 4 1970
Association: Patient
I was brought in with a tramatic partial amputation of the left thumb and also 3rd degree burns to the palm area from an M60(jammed live round explosion)about 2 to 3 pm. I was a perimeter guard attached to HQ 160 Signal Corp. Battalion from my parent unit Radio Co. 160 Sig.Bat. Camp Gary.I was in a bed across from a Special Forces Capt. who was in for an infection which required circumcision. Its possible that a nurse (Cathy Henderson Solomonson ?) in a picture from the 1993 DC Reunion was on the ward I was at and 1st or 2nd night I awoke to find a short pretty blondish nurse putting my hand back in the sling and shot of pain meds. This was on Ortho Ward 9 or 10. I was flown to Yakoda AFB Oct 3 or 4. If anyone remembers, post here and I will check back for info. Thxs all for bringing this kid back to mature into an old guy, even to the USAF in spite of the rubber food on the C-141.
- Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 21:10:13 (EDT)
Robert Philips <rp96rp@aol.com>
Corrales, NM USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: n/a
Association: Anita Mullen (Lt.) nurse
A few years ago I attempted to find Anita via the originator of this site with little success. The idea to try again prompted my search and the discovery of this listing service. Last I heard she may have gone back to her home state of Florida. It would be great to say hi again! Feel free to give her my email address if you can. Thanks...from a combat navy vet (66-67).
- Monday, September 07, 2009 at 20:56:46 (EDT)
Peter Watson <sewpjw@embarq.net>
Arcadia, FL USA
Association: 1Lt anc at 74th Field Hospital Oct 68-Oct 69
Please e-mail me if you ever worked at the 74th
- Thursday, September 03, 2009 at 11:17:15 (EDT)
SFC Carole Gittman <sfctb1@att.net>
New Castle, DE USA
Association: Patient - live & the WAC DET across the street ate at Mess Hall
Remember clearly the soldier without a face - saw him on the way to the MESS HALL one morning - has bothered me ever since, however, I met the nurse who took care of him, while in Freeport, IL at the showing of a PIECE OF MY HEART. That part of Vietnam I will never forget.
- Wednesday, September 02, 2009 at 22:30:35 (EDT)
Jeanne Giaimis <giaimis@rutgers.edu>
West Orange, NJ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: n/a
Association: n/a
Hello, I'm writing a book the relates the experiences African-American women who were military or employed in other capacities had while serving in Vietnam. I would appreciate this message being passed along to anyone who you think might be able to assist me. Thank you,Jeanne Giaimis Cell: 201-675-6465
- Friday, August 21, 2009 at 06:17:49 (EDT)
Rick (Doc) Bennett <richard.w.bennett@nasa.gov>
Webster, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 18, 1971- April 1971
Association: Patient
Was medic with 3/22 25th Inf. Was wounded in a firefight near Xuan Loc and was flown to the 24th Evac. After they put me back together (vein graft and other odds and ends) I made it through. To say the Doc and Nurses were first rate is an understatement.
- Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 18:23:46 (EDT)
Larry Snell <lfsnell@verizon.net>
Harrisburg, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1969 to September 1970
Association: Medical Corpsman (Ward 1 - PreOp and Recovery)
I was a member of the 50th Medical Co and was temporarily assigned to the 24th Evac for approximately 9 months. At the 24th I served as a Medical Corpsman on Ward 1 - Pre Op and Recovery.
- Sunday, August 02, 2009 at 11:08:18 (EDT)
John Hendrix <omh1949@yahoo.com>
Athens, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Dec 1968
Association: Patient
I am trying to recover my medical records from the time I was at the 24th evac hospital. Does anyone have any info as to who to contact? I have tried the National Personnel Records Center and my regional VA office but so far no records have been produced. I had a facial injury that required surgery. Also want to say THANKS to all who were there and cared for all of us. Does anyone know what the A&;D form is and where it might be? If so, please contact me.
- Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 20:32:50 (EDT)
Desmond E Grindstaff <DCANARY@AOL.COM>
Pembroke Pines, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 1969 to January 1970
Association: Lab Tech
I was with the 24th from march 1969 to Jan 1970.
- Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at 19:26:44 (EDT)
Bill Winstanley <wrw@wrwinstanley.com>
Mt. Kisco, NY USA
Association: Helicopter Pilot
Trying to contact Lynn aka Linda Webb. CPT Webb was at the 24th June 1967 to about July 1968. She was originally from the Philadelphia area. After Vietnam she was stationed at Ft. Bragg. Please pass my contact information along. Regards,Bill Winstanley
- Sunday, July 19, 2009 at 20:08:15 (EDT)
Carole Bellacera <carole@bellacera.com>
Manassas, VA USA
Association: Writing a novel set there, Sept 1970-1971
Hi. I'm researching for a novel about a combat nurse at the 24th in 1970-71 and am interested in talking to a nurse who served there at any time during the war. It's important to me to do this book right so that it's worthy of the brave women and men who served there. I'm an Air Force veteran, having served at Scott Air Force Base and in Crete from 1971-1975. I'm a published novelist (six books) and I'm dedicated to writing the best book I can about these wonderful nurses. Please e-mail me if you're interested in being an expert advisor for me. Thanks!
- Tuesday, June 30, 2009 at 18:52:26 (EDT)
Dave Cadwell <sixbandaid@yahoo.com>
West Cornwall, CT USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: October '71-April '72
Association: corpsman wards 2,3,&4
Who remembers the score of the first and last annual rice bowl? If you do, I would love to hear from you. I helped coach that team and worked in ICU.
- Monday, June 22, 2009 at 06:16:01 (EDT)
John Hendrix <omh1949@yahoo.com>
Athens, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: December 1968
Association: Patient
First Infantry Division, 2/33 Artillery at Lai Khe
- Thursday, June 18, 2009 at 06:11:58 (EDT)
Robert Braun <robmebbraun@yahoo.com>
Palos Hills , IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1970/1971
Association: ER & Surgical Tech
I am looking for a Corpsman from Palos Park Of Heights Illinois. His name is Ron Johnson. I last remember him working in CMS. He also was a Surgical Tech.
- Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 21:46:03 (EDT)
Brian Markle <brianmarkle@me.com>
Naples, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Dec 1966-Aug 1967
Association: My wife was a nurse at the 24th
My wife Jeanne Markle and I arrived in Vietnam 7 Dec 1966. She did odd jobs at the 93rd until the 24th opened. I was with the 58th Med Bn close by. We have lived in Naples since June 2005 as our daughter Paige (who was conceived in Quarters 4) and grandchildren live here. Jeanne passed away 26 May from a tough struggle with pulmonary fibrosis. If any one from the same hootch mate days see this notice please respond. I have already contacted Sue Dunn.
- Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 21:38:44 (EDT)
Daniel E McPeck <dmcpeck@q.com>
Ogden, UT USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: April 69 to November 69
Association: Medical Corpman, 74th ICU Ward
I was a replacement from 222ed Field at Fort Sam that was assigned to the 74th Field Hospital along with two others from the same unit at Fort Sam. The 74th went home and we became part of other units till they made us part of the 24th. We were still taking care of POW's when my two years was up. Signed out on Thanksgiving day 1969. I'm now retired from the VA Medical Center, Salt Lake. I was drafted at Troy, Ohio. Lots of memories.
- Saturday, June 13, 2009 at 20:32:50 (EDT)
Gene Counselman <skysoldier173@hotmail.com>
Saraland, AL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 67-Jun 67
Association: Patient
Had a month stay with ya'll for a head injury. Great people really thankful for each and every one of you. Thanks again and God bless. Airborne!Gene173d Abn Bde
- Thursday, June 11, 2009 at 06:16:03 (EDT)
Ed Surritt <esurritt@rexelusa.com>
Stockton, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: February 1-12, 1972
Association: Patient
Was with B co 1/7 Air Cav. Wounded Feb 1, 1972. Was treated very well. Remember the movies out in the open area.
- Wednesday, June 10, 2009 at 22:22:00 (EDT)
Dale Reese <dereese@att.net>
Pearland, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 69-70
Association: X-Ray Tech
Remember most Dr. George Yang, and I was in love with Major Green, Head Nurse.
- Saturday, June 06, 2009 at 20:48:44 (EDT)
Dennis Schelinski <F60423@aol.com>
Chicago, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 1967
Association: Patient
Just want to say thanks to everyone. I was there when Robert Mitchum visited. He sat and talked with me. I was with the 15th combat Eng. 9th inf Div. Got hurt working outside of the 9th Div. Base camp. Evac'd to the 24th. Same time 5th armored cav arrived - they had been hit hard. I met a few great nurses who were caring and concerned. I fell in love with them all. Thanks again.
- Saturday, June 06, 2009 at 20:46:35 (EDT)
Carl Monfalcone <cdmonfalcone@comcast.net>
Mechanicsville, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 1970-Nov 1971
Association: Pharmacy Technician
I worked in the Pharmacy with some great guys. Nurses and others always treated us with respect, which made the time there bearable. I also did some bartending in the Officer's Club in 1971. It was a great place to serve our country during a war that we really didn't understand and no one supported back home.
- Friday, May 29, 2009 at 13:55:09 (EDT)
Fred Quaile <fbq@acsalaska.net>
Fairbanks, AK USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967
Association: Patient
Spent a few days as a patient at the 24th Evac. Was a medic at the 61st Medical Detachment in Long Binh 66-67 and frequently delivered injured soldiers and Vietnamese to the 24th usually during the wee hours of the night. Highway accidents. Lt. Judith Horner RN was my care nurse during my short stay. Where are you Judy? We were in the fifth grade together in Marathon Central School where your mom taught one of my sisters in a lower grade. Touch base if you'd like. http://www.goldstreamfarm.blogspot.com
- Wednesday, May 27, 2009 at 21:09:07 (EDT)
Charles Chapman <dcmaxx@gmail.com>
Washington, DC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 68-Dec 69
Association: X Ray Tech Sp/5
Does anyone remember the name of the Warrant Officer in charge of the mess hall during 68-69? I would like to respond to an inquiry from a writer doing a piece on Army chow. We had a first class mess hall, and I would like to give this gentleman a much deserved thanks.
- Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 06:15:22 (EDT)
Lewis Hargrave <194849@live.com>
Lexington, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Last of Dec - Jan 1968 -1969
Association: Had a buddy there called Snow Flake (he could not tan)
I always called him Snow Flake and he called me Farmer and I never knew his real name. Please get that information if you can and send it to me. I am glad that I found this site and keep up the good work. Thank You.
- Monday, May 18, 2009 at 22:10:07 (EDT)
SSG Bill Brigham <coachbillb2@yahoo.com>
Milton, VT USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: April 68 - April 69
Association: OR Tech at the 24th Evac
Some names may have faded over time, but the deeds remain vivid. Dr. Baldwin, I read your "Thankgiving Day 1968" and remember that case well. It was an honor to have served with you. God Bless you all!
- Wednesday, April 22, 2009 at 12:19:44 (EDT)
Clayton Matthew Peterson <vet1969@comcast.net>
Montesano, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: April 29,1969- May 20,1969
Association: patient, wounded on April 29th,1969, Spent about 3 weeks there.
I was asked to speak at the 1993 reunion by Dr Barrett, from a patient's point of view. He also asked my wife to sing one of her songs. We had met online when I was attempting to contact those who had worked so hard to save me. It was a real blessing to be able to stand there and thank them. I am currently searching for the medic in my Company who pulled me from the dead bodies and Trach'd me. It will be 40 years this April 29th that I was pronounced dead after my 3rd Firefight. The personnel of the 24th and other medical people not only saved me but my 6 chileren and 6 grandkids who came later, the gift of life that keeps on giving. Nice website you have. Keep up the good work, Hope you will visit my website. My talented wife made it. It's at homestead.com/milliontooneandlived/million1.html Thanks for being there. Clayton M. Peterson
- Tuesday, April 21, 2009 at 06:49:33 (EDT)
Joe Melanson <crownroyal@email.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan-Mar 1971
Association: 91P20 x-ray
I came down from the 45th Surg in Tay Ninh to the 12th Evac in Cu Chi and then spent the last 3 months of my tour @ the 24th. Had to stay in the POW hooches till some regular hooches opened up. Long Binh was great - Hot showers & huge PX!!! After Tay Ninh the 24th was a very unique experience. Great medical people however. Lot of good work was done there. Proud to have been a part of it.
- Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 20:42:24 (EDT)
Donna-Marie Boulay <dmgustav@gmail.com>
Roseville, MN USA
Association: married Alan F. Mahler, M.D. who served at the 24th in 1967-1968 and who met me while I was stationed at the 36th in Vung Tau
Alan'ss hooch mate at the 24th was John Tierney, M.D. from Wisconsin who died in 2008.
- Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 21:37:28 (EDT)
Jack "Jackie" Hawpe <jackhawpe@bellsouth.net>
Lebanon, TN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Feb 1970-Nov 1971
Association: Medic, on the Medical Ward
I worked on the medical ward. I would draw blood for the lab about 5 a.m. In Sept. or Oct. 1971 I had swelling in hands. They could not find the reason for it. They medevac me to Japan. I had a nurse that gave my meds to me. She was 1st LT. She was short had short brown hair, very pretty. She may remember me because I gave her hug - pop her on the butt. Hope she sees this and calls me 615-453-8642.
- Saturday, April 11, 2009 at 21:15:51 (EDT)
Lawrence (Larry) Chester <chesterdulee@yahoo.com>
Caledonia, WI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan. 66-Jun.67
Association: Hospital corpman on Post-op2
I was with the 24th when we went to Viet Nam and built it and then operated it. It took 5 months to build the hospital. I have just been putting all of my pictures into a disk and that is how I happened to search the web for anything about the 24th. That is how I found this site.
- Sunday, April 05, 2009 at 19:38:25 (EDT)
Kimberly Martin <kimm613@mac.com>
Tabernacle, NJ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1966 - 1967
Association: Dad was a Lab Tech
Hi! My name is Kimberly Martin. My Dad was at the 24th in 66-67. I had signed the guestbook back in November of 2007 and keep meaning to borrow my Mom's photo albums because my Dad had a bunch of pictures (and even more slides) from the 24th. Eventually I'll get to it!! Anyway, I found him in one of Bill O'Dell's pictures! In the top row, the third from the left, there are five guys standing. My Dad is the 4th from the left (with his hands on his hips). His name was Arnold (Arnie) Martin and he was a lab tech. He died of cancer in 1994, so seeing a picture of him that I never saw before is so wonderful! Thanks Bill for finding that one for me!
- Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at 20:24:15 (EST)
Randy Varner <Chris.Amy.Kaufman@Verizon.Net>
Mechanicsburg, PA USA
Association: Was at 36th Evac Hospital in Vung Tau from July 1967 to November 1968.
Could you please add my Dad to your contact list? He was a nurse medic at the 36th Evac hospital in Vung Tau from July 1967 to November 1968. He worked on Ward 6 and has been traveling throughout Vietnam over the last several years. He will return in April 2009. He has extensive and current knowledge of Vung Tau and would like to hear from others who might be interested in corresponding with him or may be planning a return trip. Also, does anyone know the address of the Villa used by the doctors and nurses? My Dad's contact info is: Randy Varner 911 E. Coover Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 717-697-3246 He is hoping to hear from anyone that may recognize his name. Thank you! -amy
- Friday, February 20, 2009 at 17:02:05 (EST)
John C. Gibson Jr
Chesterfield, SC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 1968-Nov 1969
Association: Corpman
I worked on the MaxilloFacial ward for 14 months, and would like to hear from someone that was there at the same time I was. My home phone is 843-623-2582. My work phone is 843-335-5926. Please call anytime at work or home (McBee, SC). Looking to hear from someone. Thanks. John Gibson, Retired National Guard.
- Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 21:22:22 (EST)
Tom Holland <trh319@verizon.net>
Philadelphia, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 11/15/1970 - 11/15/1971
Association: 91D20 Operating Room Technician
Today is a dubious "anniversary" of mine. On Monday February 9, 1970 I took a trip down to my local draft board - it was the day I was selected to be drafted into the U.S. Army. My number came up in the first draft lottery: DOB 06/21/50, and June 21 was number 60. I checked the numbers later and found that If I'd been borm around 4 hours earlier on 06/20, my number would have been 360!!! My Mom (gone now) and Dad (in a nursing home) came with me and I remember Mom bursting into tears when it was time for me to go. Thirty-nine years have gone by but it seems like a century now.... Doing OK still working for Verizon Communications. In reasonably good health. Remember Me? Send me an email.
- Monday, February 09, 2009 at 20:28:17 (EST)
Dennis Roberts <dcr1031@msn.com>
Dennisport, MA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: September 21-Oct. 27, 1969
Association: patient from c/co/3-506th 101st airbourne Div
I vividly remember Cindy and Scarborough. I was directly across from the nurses station on a strikerframe and flipped every 2 hours. I also remember a korean therapist who told me I would walk again. I believe the Doctor that operated on me was a tall chinese man, Doctor Chang?
- Wednesday, January 28, 2009 at 17:45:26 (EST)
Tony Anderson <webmaster@discostu.routesys.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: dec 69 - dec 70
Association: 522nd Med Det (Veterinary HQ) attached for rations
Buddy sent here to be treated for kidney stones
- Sunday, January 25, 2009 at 11:15:19 (EST)
Saré Deome <sdeome@comcast.net>
Saint Augustine, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Apr. 70-71
Association: head nurse of wards 3&4
I guess I should add my name to the loop, as I was head nurse of wards 3&;4 from Apr. 70-71. Martha Mooney Colvin worked on my ward, a most wonderful caring nurse and a good friend of James Treathway. I kept up w/ Nancy Roberts Saenz(sp?) for a short while after Vietnam but have since lost touch,she also was a nurse on wards 3&;4. I wish I hadn't lost touch! Ward 3 & 4 were immediate post-op surgical wards...of which I barely remember anything about my experience there! I couldn't even remember where the mess hall was and just recently after seeing a picture, realized it was right next to my ward! Needless to say I have PTSD, and only in the last few years have even looked at anything to do w/ Nam...yes, it was avoidance! Anyway, My name is Saré Deome, and that was my name then,too as my husband and I went to Nam together, although he was MACV,so I got to see him only a few times each month, usually. We are still married,41 years...only because we both have PTSD and can understand each others quirks, and needs! We reside in a new house in Saint Augustine ,FL. 195 Pine Arbor Circle,St. Augustine,FL 32084. Home phone is 904-460-2795. Email:sdeome@deome.net I guess I'm ready to hear from anyone from the 24th...hard to believe that I'm writing this, as I said, I've avoided everything to do with Nam...I just paint in all mediums the beauty around me,create beauty in jewelry as well, and quilt to occupy my time...plus, we are members of a wonderful church here, all of these things make it all bearable! I would like to hear about any up-coming reunions as well. Thanks, Saré
- Thursday, December 25, 2008 at 11:24:42 (EST)
Dennis M. McDonnell <Mac-19@verizon.net>
San Diego, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967
Association: Medic ---post-Op and then E.R.
I was very impressed with the caring and the professionalism of the Nurses and the Physicians. And, given the circumstances, the care provided to those who came as patients. I appreciated how there was very little negativity expressed but the focus was more on rendering aid and providing healing and comfort. Those months there and the people at the 24th Evac have a special place in my memories and heart.
- Thursday, December 25, 2008 at 11:17:30 (EST)
Jon C. Walters <johnnyowrench@hotmail.com>
Burnet, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Dec 1967 - Jan 1968
Association: Patient
Of course I wonder what happened to all of you. Reading your comments brings tears to my eyes. Only someone who was there can understand, or I am just getting old. The nurses were the first sympathic ears some of us came in contact with and I know they put up with alot of stuff. God bless you one and all.
- Thursday, December 25, 2008 at 10:29:28 (EST)
Philip Gilligan <pegilligan@gmail.com>
Larose, LA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 13-22, 1968
Association: Patient
Hello, I am Philip E. Gilligan, US Army, MP B Company, 720th MP Bat Long Binh, (M-14) Gunshot wound to the abdomen, January 13, 1968 about 8:55 AM, transported to 24th Evac by jeep from the Dong Nai River Bridge site. Going over old letters we have found there is mention of a Dr Beazley. Does that sound familiar?? About 22 January 1968 I was sent to Camp Zama Japan Just trying to put a lot of old pieces together. Thanks Phil Gilligan 274 Sandras Street Larose, Louisiana 70373
- Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 20:52:10 (EST)
James A ( Tony ) Brown <jab48@bellsouth.net>
Woodstock, GA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: August 1-6, 1969
Association: Patient
I was with the 9th Infantry Division when I was wounded on August 1, 1969. I had fragment wounds from the top of my head to the tip of my toes on the entire left side of my body. Thank goodness, I ended up in the hands of the great staff of th 24th Evac Hospital. My memories of my time there are very vivid. I just wish I could remember the names of those who took such good care of me. Since I can't, I want to thank all who served at the 24th for the outstanding care that I received.
- Friday, December 05, 2008 at 07:54:39 (EST)
Frank Becker <statglucose@yahoo.com>
Forest Park, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Feb 70 - Dec 70
Association: Lab Technician
What an experience that was! Did lots of Malaria smears; got lots of positives. I remember: Eric Scantleberry, Rich Kellog, Terri Mahoney, "D.C", Santos Garcia II, Spike Spencer, 2 unnamed sergents, and "Yao", our housekeeper. Also many unnamed nurses some of whose faces I might remember.
- Sunday, November 23, 2008 at 21:02:02 (EST)
Nancy K. Payne <NursePerson@aol.com>
Santa Fe, NM USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 1971 to March 1972
Association: Nurse; wards 5&6 - neuro
Looking for Barry Bullock - not sure what he did at the 24th Evac (Maybe personnel, registrars office?) Please contact me at my email address with any info - thank you.
- Friday, November 21, 2008 at 08:51:01 (EST)
Doug Flanders <evac@discostu.routesys.com>
Sigourney, IA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: aug 1971 to apr 1972
Association: ambulance driver from 169th engineer batt.
Fulton, Garcia and Bulmash; you still out there? oh, and tracey too.
- Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 20:43:19 (EST)
Terry <webmaster@discostu.routesys.com>
If you are reading this, I'm glad you made it back ok. And if you're like me, you are thinking today (November 11th) of the ones that didn't.
- Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 20:40:28 (EST)
Frank Nimtz <FrankNimtz9999@yahoo.com>
Long Beach, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 1967-Sept 1968
Association: Combat Medic 91B
At first I worked in Neuro-Surgical ward, which was above my rank. After 3 months I was moved to the Surgical Ward to assist the doctors with post surgical treatment. I was there when Tet hit and we were swamped with wounded, but because we had such great people, we were able to help all patients who arrived. We had almost 12,000 admissions to the hospital in 1968, wow sooo many! I left for home in Sept of 1968. (WILL SEND PICS LATER) THANK YOU
- Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 20:37:40 (EST)
Antonio Zamora <antonio_zamora@verizon.net>
Bethesda, MD USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1962-65
Association: Lab Technician
I found the web site about the 24th Evacuation Hospital. I was assigned to the 24th Evac Hospital when I was in the Army. I have a web page with some photos that I took at the time, and I added a link to your site: http://www.scientificpsychic.com/etc/army/24th_Evacuation_Hospital.html
- Saturday, November 15, 2008 at 20:28:32 (EST)
Jim Hill <jrdhill@peoplepc.com>
Salinas, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 03/1968 - 10/1969
Association: Stationed there - 91D20 - Surgical Tech
I was Sp6 in charge of Central Sterile for 1 tour -and - Surgical Scrub Tech. for 1 tour.
- Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 21:10:56 (EDT)
David Bannick <dbannick@oh.rr.com>
Avon Lake, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 4/67 thru 7/68
Association: 222nd Personal Service Company
Great site. Brings back lots of memories, some good, some bad. Made great friends. Thought we were all dead during the Tet Offensive. My fried Paul Bernetski volunteered both of us for guard duty during the offensive....he was nuts.
- Thursday, September 11, 2008 at 06:11:46 (EDT)
Michael E Bongart <mbongart@sbcglobal.net>
USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 1968
Association: Patient
Dear Ed, For a couple of years now I ve been trying to contact someone at the 24th Evac to thank them for taking care of me back in October 1968. Anyway, this is my story: On 4 Oct 68 I was flying as aircraft commander a UH-1H (slick) with the 195th AHC located at Long Bien. We were flying for the 9th Infantry Div. down in the Mekong delta that day. While flying a load of troops into a hot LZ my chopper was shot down. I was able to land it in the middle of the LZ in an upright manner. The troops and my crew got out. As we were making our way along a rice patty dike, I received a fragmentation wound to the right occipital which caused me to loose consciousness. My crew members thought I was dead. However, a medic (SP4 Duane Garver) happened to be nearby and came to my rescue, pulled me up out of the water and gave me mouth-to-mouth to revive me. He then was able to stop the profuse bleeding that was caused by my traverse sinus being severed. Duane was able to drag me to a collection point for the wounded. A medivac chopper came in, picked us up and flew us to a medivac unit at Dong Tam. Because of the nature of my wound, I was then transported by helicopter to your 24th Evac where neurosurgery was performed by a Dr. Brown. I spent about 12 days at the 24th before being evacuated to Japan, then on to Walter Reed. My recollections of my experience at the 24th still remain fresh today as I was very moved by the care, support and love I received from y all. And so, that is the purpose of my email: Just to say THANK YOU, 24th EVAC. You people are great and will always be remembered by me. Take care, and Godspeed, Mike
- Saturday, August 09, 2008 at 20:22:45 (EDT)
James L. Woodfin Jr <jlwoodfin@gmail.com>
VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 11/1- 12/20, 1969
Association: Patient
Does anyone remember me, a member of the 92nd Engineers?
- Friday, August 08, 2008 at 13:40:47 (EDT)
John Coburn <usarvn@gmail.com>
Henniker, NH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 71 - June 72
Association: Medic on wards 2, 3, and 4
Finally touching base. Would enjoy contacts from anyone at the hospital. Would like to be included on any future reunion info.
- Friday, August 08, 2008 at 09:34:23 (EDT)
Bob Erickson <rosenbob11@hotmail.com>
Bloomington, MN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 1968 to Nov 1969
Association: Medical Corpsman Wards 9 and 10
I worked on the orthopedic wards 9 &10; my whole tour, occasionally being sent to neuro to help out. We had such great people working there: Captain Deanna Ellis, Lieutenants Jan Mueller, Colleen OKeefe, Susan Schiller, Chris Addison, Corpsman Danny Mahoney, Ed Fortmiller, Long and Peterson, Doctors: Morissey, Pawsett and Hunter. Nurse's Aide "Paula" Hoang. Room mates in the hooch were Ray Tracy and Jerry Coburn. Best friend Jerry Kelly from Ohio. I have had no contact with anyone of them since leaving Vietnam. It has been great to find this site and see familiar faces and views of the hospital. I was saddened to learn of the death of Ed Fortmiller. He was my mentor during my first confusing months. We shared some good and bad times. After the service, I worked as medical aide and then for the VA as Benefits Counselor until 2002. I love and miss all of you: the best of the best!
- Tuesday, August 05, 2008 at 21:36:54 (EDT)
Desmond E Grindstaff <DCANARY@aol.com>
Pembroke Pines, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969-Jan 1970
Association: Lab Tech
I was a Lab Tech at the 24th in 1969, and left in January 1970. I am now in Pembroke Pines, FL.
- Sunday, August 03, 2008 at 17:07:49 (EDT)
Dennis Roberts <dcr1031@msn.com>
Pembroke, MA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: September 22 thru October 5th, 1969
Association: Patient
I had back surgery due to a broken back, placed on a striker frame in intensive care. I was paralyzed from the waist down and my bed was directly across from the nurses station. The care and compassion was incredible! I regained the use of my legs after a fusion and a long recovery. Over the years I always wanted to say thank you to all the nurses and Doctors on ward 5...THANK YOU.
- Wednesday, July 30, 2008 at 06:11:16 (EDT)
Jon S Richards <medevac22@msn.com>
Miami Beach, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jun 1969 - Jun 1970
Association: Medevac Helicopter Pilot
I was a Medevac helicopter pilot with the 1st Cav Division in Phouc Vinh. Dropped a lot of people off at your location.
- Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 21:02:42 (EDT)
Marvin Wayne <mawayne2@gmail.com>
Bellingham, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 1971-June 1972
Association: Surgeon and medical officer
Under the guidance of Charlie Middleton and many others I actually learned so very much about giving great trauma care. Today I practice emergency medicine, and trauma care. Currently working on a movie (not a documentary) based on the 24th and centered on the search for a child, who is the product of an American surgeon and Vietnamese women, by a rebellious nurse after the Surgeon's death. The nurse "ratchet" of the movie will be played by Fay Dunaway, and the hero nurse by Amy Acker. The heroes of this movie will be nurses, and in May we were the first film team to be permitted to shoot war movie segments, for our move, in Vietnam. Anyone interested in learning more, can email me.
- Tuesday, July 08, 2008 at 06:29:44 (EDT)
Bob Barndt <rbarndt@zitomedia.net>
USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 3-16,1971
Association: Patient
I was your guest for about two weeks recuperating from a skull fracture and concussion. My everlasting thanks to you folks for the wonderful care received. I met a very lucky person there. He had a vertical incision about 3/4" in length right between his eyes with just one stitch in it. When I asked him what happened, he replied that he had been shot by a V.C. with an AK-47. I didn't believe him of course until he showed me the x-ray with the bullet stopping just short of the brain stem. The shot was only from about 6' in elephant grass. The round was a "squib" round with only enough velocity to exit the barrel. It knocked him down and when he realized he was still alive he shot the person that had shot him. We all know how reliable an AK-47 is, but this one time the bad round was the top one in the magazine, was too weak to cycle the action, jammed the gun, and cost the bad guy his life. The doctor gave him the x-ray to show others that this was truly what had happened and to tell the truth, I didn't believe him till I saw the x-ray myself. I thought I had seen it all in Vietnam but this is the weirdest I've ever seen. This is a true story folks, and it's about time I shared it with all. Makes me a believer in a higher power. Best wishes to all, Robert C. Barndt 205th AVN. Co. ASHC Phu Loi, RVN 70-71
- Sunday, June 29, 2008 at 14:39:39 (EDT)
Fred Evors <evnet@comcast.net>
Philadelphia, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1965-66 and 1969-70
Association: Patient, Helicopter Gun Pilot
I was wounded in 1969 and treated at the 24th. I was also a Gunship pilot and flew cover on medivacs. We were allowed to utilize the O Club.
- Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at 03:44:23 (EDT)
David R Morris <gi_dave52@msn.com>
New Castle, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1970-1971
I was with the 25th Inf Div 70/71. My rear was Long Bien but do not know what Evac I would have been sent to. The second time was Qui Nhon and I think that was 67th Evac. All I remember is the hospital was at the end of the air strip. I always thought that was an odd place for an air strip. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Dave
- Saturday, May 31, 2008 at 20:32:34 (EDT)
David L. Bedard <dbedard@bellsouth.net>
Benton, LA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 31 October - 3 November, 1969
Association: Patient
I was in the hospital for 4 days with some type of viral disease. I was medivaced there from Quan Loi. I have written a book about my Vietnam experiences, "I Remember Quan Loi". In the book, I wrote about being in the hospital and included several letters that I wrote home during my hospital stay. I will never forget walking into that air conditioned ward, taking a hot shower, and getting into the bed with those wonderful clean sheets. Thank you, doctors and nurses, for making me well. God bless you all.
- Saturday, May 31, 2008 at 20:29:17 (EDT)
Rob Hewitt <stormyranye89@aol.com>
Russiaville, IN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967
Association: relative of SP5 Dallas E. Smith.
I am seeking anyone who knew my uncle, sp5 Dallas E Smith. I would like to hear from anyone that knew him at that time.
- Friday, May 30, 2008 at 08:45:30 (EDT)
Rance Jurevwicz, Capt., USA, Ret <info@veteranprograms.com>
Highland, CA USA
THANK YOU VETERANS! Just a note to say thanks to all of the veterans who protect our way of life. Your dedication, loyalty, and commitment to our country is greatly appreciated. We will always honor you. In doing so, please visit our web site to learn about the benefits you earned and are eligible for today. Also, discover how to increase your pension or service-connected compensation today. Again, thank you for your service.
- Monday, May 26, 2008 at 11:36:06 (EDT)
Janice Stewart <janice.stewart@jeffersonhospital.org>
Philadelphia, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov. 1970 to March 1971
Association: Nurse
I was stationed at the 24th Evac, after the 12th Evac in CuChi was closed.
- Sunday, May 25, 2008 at 14:11:21 (EDT)
Roger Sebring <rkseb708@aol.com>
Clinton Twp., MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 71 - Jan 72
Association: Sugical Technician
In looking at the members of the 24th list I noticed my name was not listed there. I was stationed at the 24th evac Hospital from Oct of 1971 until January of 1972. Even though I wasn't there long I do have memories of the place. I served as a surgical technician. My Sgt's name was Jerry Papin. If you could add my name to the members list I would appreciate it.
- Tuesday, May 13, 2008 at 06:13:26 (EDT)
Rance Jurevwicz, Capt.,USA, Ret <veteranprograms@aol.com>
Highland, CA USA
GREAT WEB SITE! We have added a link to our monthly newsletter so that more veterans can be made aware of this tremendous resource. Also, please visit our web site to learn about hidden government benefits you are eligible for and how to significantly increase your service-connected compensation or VA pension.
- Sunday, May 11, 2008 at 08:54:19 (EDT)
Cynthia L.(Cindy) Baker <cbmg78@comcast.net>
Arnold, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 8/70 to 12/71
Association: Lived at the WAC detachment down the street and worked USAV HQ on the hill
Our mess hall was at the 24th Evac; any medical attention was also at the 24th.
- Sunday, May 04, 2008 at 08:17:41 (EDT)
Larry Chaney <srguapo2@yahoo.com>
Dixon, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: October 1968 -September 1969
Association: Medic - ER, Ward 4-Ward 8
As a nineteen year old, I had some pretty strange and great experiences in Long Binh. I remember vividly some of our exploits out at the day room. The guys I met there are always somewhere in the back of my mind.
- Monday, April 21, 2008 at 20:54:04 (EDT)
Jim Barker <jbrx2794@neo.rr.com>
Stow, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 69 - May 70
Association: Pharmacy
Spring is just around the corner, and I thought about the wonderful weather we had in Vietnam. Pathetic as it is, that is all I remember now, not names, not places, not good times, not bad times.. Anybody out there want to refresh my memory? jb
- Friday, April 04, 2008 at 15:20:43 (EST)
James Donahue <SFANSO@hotmail.com>
Lakewood Ranch, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 18 - 30, 1967
Association: Patient
On July 18, 1967 I was a Staff Sergeant assigned to Mobile Guerilla Force Detachment A-303, 5th SFGA, and was shot in the left temple during a battle that took place north of Quan Loi. That evening I was medevaced to the 24th where I underwent surgery and spent about two weeks on the head wound ward. The 24th was a world class hospital -- the best there ever was.
- Friday, April 04, 2008 at 15:12:15 (EST)
Steve Diaz <mystirosemb@att.net>
Farmington Hills, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 71 - Dec 71
Association: bagging and tagging working with A&D, Registrar, Morgue
Looking for old family and friends. Served with Joe Patawna, Gene Draubner, Barry Bullock, Noel Stallions, LT Steve Peterson.
- Sunday, March 30, 2008 at 06:16:30 (EST)
Jim Keefover <James.Keefover@va.gov>
Oklahoma City, OK USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: APRIL 1968 to JULY 1969
Association: MEDICAL SUPPLY
I worked in Medical Supply for Cpt Rosenberg. The NCOIC was SSG Correa, LLoyd Brown, Robert Max. Charlie Brewer was a clerk and I met Captain Roberts in Germany a few years later (he was the medical supply officer prior to my arrival) There was a nice Vietnamese girl named Suzie that was in stock control. We worked too hard to meet a lot of Docs and Nurses. Later in 71-72 I served with the 11th Armored Cav and came back as a patient at the 24th.
- Thursday, March 27, 2008 at 16:53:40 (EST)
Cindy Young <csueyoungster@gmail.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Mason
McAllen, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March of 1969-1970
Association: nurse in Neurosurg unit - Wards 5 & 6
Married my Infantry CPT 37 years ago, and we went back to visit VN in 2002, 2003, then spent a year and a half teaching English at Hue University. The country and the people are wonderful, if still at poverty level in rural areas. We go back at least once a year, are positively hooked! If anyone is interested in our return experience in Viet Nam, or is considering going for a visit, I highly recommend it, and would love to talk with you about it. Email me and we'll get on the phone. Doug blogged our whole time there (and continues), so you can read of our living there. I haven't visited the website in years.... xoxo - Cindy Mason Young
- Sunday, March 23, 2008 at 08:46:33 (EST)
Antonio Zamora <webmaster@discostu.routesys.com>
Bethesda, MD USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1962 to 1965
Association: Lab Technician
I was assigned to the 24th Evacuation Hospital after basic training at Fort Polk. While stationed at Fort Sam Houston, I attended the Medical Field Service School to study hematology, urinalysis, parasitology, and blood chemistry. I worked in the laboratory at Brooke Army Medical Center drawing blood, staining blood slides, doing complete blood counts (CBC) and blood morphology, and also routine urinalysis.
- Monday, March 10, 2008 at 21:05:51 (EST)
Lawrence Robinson <threemiraclebabys@yahoo.com>
Belpre, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968
Association: Patient
Would like to receive information about 24th medivac mortar or rocket attack, in the year of 1968 or 1969; requesting information for VA claim.
- Wednesday, December 05, 2007 at 18:54:02 (EST)
Mike Heinig
Walnut Creek, CA USA
Association: next door at 327 signal company
I was across the street at the 327th signal company and used to watch the Hueys come in every day. We ran the microwave radio station at Long Binh. There were two 200 foot towers with lots of microwave antennas and nice big red lights that the VC could use for locating the base at night.
- Wednesday, December 05, 2007 at 18:51:37 (EST)
George Terminesi <gterminesi@gmail.com>
Cranston, RI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: December 1968 - December 1969
Association: Medic Wards 5-6
This is a change of email address from my original entry. I check in every so often even though almost everything from back then is a blur. Hope everyone is still around and healthy.
- Monday, December 03, 2007 at 19:42:41 (EST)
Sgt. Tony de Rosa <webmaster@discostu.routesys.com>
Floral Park, NY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 06/67-06/68
Association: Motor Sgt
I ran the motor pool, heliport laundry etc.
- Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at 06:29:39 (EST)
Jennifer Sinclair <jennifer@marshallcf.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1969
Association: My uncle served near the 24th Evac
My uncle, John Currie Hansen, was shot and killed by sniper fire at Long Binh in July of 1969. His body, fortunately, was recovered. Would he have been taken, even KIA, to the 24th or somewhere else? I'm trying to help my mother reconstruct events, now that she's finally ready. Thank you! And God bless.
- Monday, November 26, 2007 at 18:56:27 (EST)
Kimberly Martin <kimm613@mac.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 1966 - March 1967
My Dad, Arnold Martin, was in the 24th from March 1966 in Fort Sam Houston, TX, transferring to Vietnam in June, 1966, and coming back home in March, 1967. I'm speaking for him because he died in 1994 from cancer. Being able to contact people that might have known him is very, very special to me. He didn't speak of his time there much at all, but the few times he did were extremely emotional, so much so that he was unable to continue speaking. Thank you for hosting this website. It means SO MUCH to someone like me, and I'm sure it means even more to those who can get in contact with people they knew while they were there... Thanks again and Happy Holidays!!! Sincerely, Kimberly Martin
- Sunday, November 25, 2007 at 18:32:32 (EST)
Mel Libby <namvet6768@peoplepc.com>
Durand, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 67 - Nov 68
Association: Corpsman Ward 5-6
Happy Thanksgiving to all
- Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 09:07:17 (EST)
Jerry Newton <jerry@newtons-r.us>
Grand Prairie, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jun 70 - Jan 71
Association: Driver for Col. Cochrane
I was assigned to the 24th from the 16th Medical Detachment, a dispensary on Long Binh that serviced USARV HQ. Like so many others I don't remember many names (Sweet Pea and Col. Cochrane) to be exact, but I do remember that one of the guys at HQ was really into trains, and the mailroom clerk (Andy, I think, which may be short for Andrews) was a good friend at the time. I've read the guestbook and seen lots of names from the time period that I was there, but can't put a face to any of them. I try to recall the good times we all shared, but they are too frequently replaced with the images of the wounded guys in the wards. It would be great to hear from anyone that remembers me.
- Sunday, November 18, 2007 at 20:09:29 (EST)
Larry G. Johnson <john7476@bellsouth.net>
Hopkins, SC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969-1970
Association: I was stationed at Long Binh in with the 624th Service and Supply Co.
I served in Long Binh Vietnam during the tet counteroffense with the 624th service and supply company, which was next door to the 24th Evac Hospital. I served from 1969 to 1970, during the same time that Spec.4 Fred Bradley (Harker) did. The names of some of the other guys are: Cook,Paul,Hollis,Proctor,and Sgt.James Griffen,which was living in my home town,Columbia,SC (Hopkins ,SC).I also remember SGT E6 OR E7,Fusha, and another Sgt.that owned a restaurant somewhere in Saigon by the name of Soul Kitchen. I worked in supply at first, and later maintained and operated the company shower. I was in the hooch with guys in transportation,and road shotgun daily. I would love to hear from Fred Bradley who lives in Montrose,WV, but there is no email address or phone number. I have a claim filed with the VA, and I would like very much to hear from anyone of you that was at the 624th S&;S Co, or the 24th Evac Hospital from 1969-1970. Please E-mail me at john7476@bellsouth.net,or call me collect at (803)783-3323. Thank you very much. Spec 4 Larry Johnson.
- Saturday, October 27, 2007 at 19:41:33 (EDT)
Ken Bopp <amandabiker@cox.net>
Destrehan, LA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 67 - Feb 68
Association: Anesthetist
Had a great motorcycle trip this past week riding from Louisiana to Illinois for my 50th High School Reunion. On the way I stopped to visit with Bill Kirk, another anesthetist with the 24th. Great visit. Bill is retired as associate director of the anesthesia school at St. John's Hospital in Springfield, Mo. where he spent most of his years after returning from Nam. Every year he would present a slide show of his time in Nam to the students at the school. This year I arrived at the right time and he asked me to accompany him to the presentation. As usual there were some tears on our part and I have to say the students were very attentive. Bill lives in Republic, Mo. just outside Springfield. He is doing well and is still the same quiet person I knew then. I only wish I could see my way clear to meeting with and talking with many of the others I served with. Anyway, hello to all those I served with and I hope we have another reunion soon.
- Sunday, October 14, 2007 at 19:04:11 (EDT)
David R Morris <drmorris52@verizon.net>
New Castle, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 12/70
Association: Patient
I was wounded 12/70. I wanted to thank the 24th Evac for my great care.
- Friday, October 05, 2007 at 17:08:14 (EDT)
Judy Ford <ford1945@verizon.net>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Curry
Zephyrhills, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967-Feb. 1968
Association: Emergency Room Nurse
Hello to all of you. I am writing to list my new email address. Would love to hear from anyone with whom I served. I worked ER, mostly evening/night shift. I remember Drs Cooper, Patrick, Mengali, Averbach from that time frame, also fellow nurses Penny Booth, Carolyn Tanaka, Ann Cunningham, Darlene Wolfe. (Am still in contact with Carolyn & Darlene.) It was a very tough year for all of us, but probably the year of nursing that I can look back on with the most pride....we really did make a difference to the wounded who came into our care. Am now retired & enjoying the Florida life. God Bless!
- Monday, September 10, 2007 at 21:08:44 (EDT)
Allan Wolff <apw40@yahoo.com>
Chicago, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 8/66-5/67
Association: general medical officer
It was great to hear from bill O'Dell. He, Sgt Vaughn and the men in the hospital lab-blood bank worked 24/7 behind the scenes saving lives with their unheralded work. Capt James Cooper, the lead surgeon at the 24th during those first days of our hospital lives in St. Louis which is very near Bill's home. I am still working full time in Chicago doing office practice ENT. Bill, if your travels get in this direction, please give a call to 847-729-9122. Without your hard work, our mission would have not been possible. I am so pleased that you are healthy and hope the years have been good to you. With deepest respect...Allan Wolff MD
- Monday, September 10, 2007 at 06:43:12 (EDT)
Carl (Bill) O'Dell <4odell@gmail.com>
St Robert, MO USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1966-May 1967
Association: Medical Lab Tech
I arrived in July 66 and helped to build the hospital and the hooches. I can remember living in a tent and having the monsoons almost wash us away. Many a night staying awake to make sure Charlie didn't get us. I worked in the lab with a SSG Vaughn I think and several other good men. We used to trade some medical things for steaks and such to have a good meal. I helped carry the first patient off of a dustoff in January 1967 when it landed. I was a SP/5 at that time. Does anyone know SSG Vaughn? If so tell him to get ahold of me. If anyone else remembers me please contact me at the above e-mail. I was also on the crew that escorted the 12th Evac from the airport to their first station when they arrived in Country at Chu Chie I think. I am currently retired and travel the country with my wife in a motorhome.
- Sunday, September 09, 2007 at 16:30:03 (EDT)
Jim Barker <jbrx2794@neo.rr.com>
Stow, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 69 - May 70
Association: Pharmacy
I try to remember the good times, blocking the bad, but as all of us that served, sometimes it can be difficult. We must carry on. Hope to hear from all of you! Jim Barker
- Sunday, September 02, 2007 at 20:08:20 (EDT)
Lewis Lauring MD <yakbrow@gmail.com>
St Petersburg, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1970-71
Association: Ophthalmologist
Just discoveered Dr. Carl Hakanson, a general surgeon who served at the same time as I, lives in my area and he told me about the 24 evac web site. What brought the 24 evac to my mind was the news reports of helicopters going down in Afghanistan recently and I remember loads of patients brought into the triage area and also recall traveling to various parts of RVN by chopper. Fairly dangerous not because of enemy fire but because of maintanence problems.
- Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 06:48:25 (EDT)
Tom Ferri <ant4544@verizon.net>
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968-1969
Association: O.R. Tech
Ed Maisen, WOW! Talk about surprised. I thought of you and the other guys on the night shift, without a doubt the hardest working and BEST bunch of people working in ANY OR in the war! Times that will never be forgotten. Ed, please send an email. It would be good to keep in touch after 38 years! Can you believe how time has passed?
- Monday, August 27, 2007 at 18:57:17 (EDT)
Mark Maxwell <MMAXW0249@AOL.COM>
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 69 - Apr 70
Association: 327th Signal Co., right next door to the hospital in Long Bien
I heard and saw many, many choppers coming and going over our company area. They would land right next door and off-load then take off again. You guys did a great job.. Welcome Home..and Thanks. Mark Maxwell E-5
- Sunday, August 19, 2007 at 06:05:43 (EDT)
Roger S. Dennis <rsdvet1@msn.com>
Federal Heights, CO USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 1969 to July 1970 (approx)
Association: Medical Corpsman Post-op
I do not remember alot of my time there except for a few people like D.J. Popp, Linda Meyers, Lt Col. Green, the Vietnamese restaurant and their spring rolls, the jail across the street, pulling guard duty with an empty M-14, celebrating New Years at the nco club with a shot of everything they had in a glass (ugh!!), going to nearby village to give medical assistance, eating at the mess late at night making a sandwich out of the days leftovers (yum!), and especially all of the great people that took care of those wounded in action and how much they (we) all cared about them. My best to all. Roger
- Friday, August 17, 2007 at 16:42:28 (EDT)
Nick DiCosol <ntjanj@aol.com>
Auburn, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 71 to June 72 (approx)
Association: helicopter crew
I was wounded in 72. It was a head injury and I do not have much of a memory of my time in country. I was an E-4 and I am in need of help. Does anyone remember me? I was called Fatman and my last name was always mis-pronounced - most called me Driscoll. The only names I can remember were Lt. Edwards and Sgt. Pace If you remember me please let me know. It is very important. The government has misplaced my records and I need help.
- Friday, August 17, 2007 at 07:06:02 (EDT)
Charles W. Johnston <chasjohn@sbcglobal.net>
Fort Worth, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 1963 to May 1964
Association: Commo. Field Wireman
Just found this site..I forgot that I was with the 24th Evac until I found one of my Military Pay stubs...It just shows how time flies by and how much we forget.. I started to remember about FSHT and the things that had Happened there good and bad..We did not do much except field training and classes.. I was in the Commo section. I remember while out in the field I used to help with laying telephone wire, hooking up switchboards and etc...We had a jeep with reels on the back, then we would pull the wire off and lay the wire to each tent that needed a telephone..Was a good job.. I wish I could remember some of the guys that were stationed there. I ran with a lot of guys that were stationed there... I did not stay long with the 24th evac.. The Major transferred me to Hq btry.. to work with the non military personnel on the base..Boy was that a good Job...I had to go to the Parade ground and be an honor guard (maybe once a month), then I got shipped to Zirndorf,Germany 1964, Pinder,Barrack...I enjoyed the city San A. had some wonderful times there.... Thanks Sp5 Charles Johnston
- Sunday, August 12, 2007 at 19:50:21 (EDT)
Al Garcia <albertogarcia12@gmail.com>
Albuquerque, NM USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 67 - Feb 69
Association: Worked in Personnel
I just found this site. Most entries are from the Medical field. I am looking for individuals I may have come in contact with as part of my duties. Does anyone remember Louie the interpreter? It seems that Capt Barnett and Sweetpea were the only entries I found. Capt Barnett, please respond, it seems that we were there at the same time. I cannot remember names however. Later!
- Tuesday, July 31, 2007 at 21:13:21 (EDT)
Charles Chapman <dcmaxx@gmail.com>
Washington, DC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 68-Dec 69
Association: X-ray Tech
It was a year like no other. I often remember it as if it happened yesterday and other times it seens so distant as if it never happened at all. I would love to hear from some of the X-ray crew or anyone else who might remember me.
- Tuesday, July 24, 2007 at 06:22:27 (EDT)
Edward Maisen <emaisen@comcast.net>
San Jose, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968-1969
Association: O.R. Technician
I was sorry to hear of Ruth Webster's death. She was a truly wonderful nurse and person.
- Monday, July 16, 2007 at 18:40:14 (EDT)
Don Moeller <molar543@aol.com>
columbus, GA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 69 -Aug 70
Association: occasional OR Tech - visitor
I was a frequent visitor (from the 93rd EVAC) to see SP5 Ed Maisen (OR Tech). Ed and I were High School buddies.You had a first class operation going. I saw my first neurosurgery case there. Ed is doing well in San Jose California.
- Monday, July 16, 2007 at 18:37:56 (EDT)
Dr. John Baldwin <jnbaldwin@mlode.com>
Twain Harte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968-1969
Association: Vascular, chest surgery 68-69
Folks who post on this site are referred to several of us, and I make it a point to write each one even if it is a simple "Thank you and Welcome Home". I can't begin to tell you how many former patients and staff have been re-united thanks to this site, and over a half-dozen have visited us as our guests here in the high Sierra. Welcome home, job well done, and thank you all for serving.
- Saturday, July 07, 2007 at 22:00:37 (EDT)
Ron Womack <keithmikel@aol.com>
Gadsden, AL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 68-Feb 69
Association: Nurse, Recovery Room
I worked in the recovery room.
- Saturday, July 07, 2007 at 21:54:43 (EDT)
Patricia Keefe Miyaji <kuuipo@mail2usa.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Keefe
Downers Grove, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: August 13, 1968-August 12, 1969
Association: WAC Company Compound
I was in the WAC Company and worked at 1st Logistic Command in the Transportation Unit (just below the incinerator). We used to use the 24th Evac mess hall to partake some of our meals. Mostly we bought chili in cans and crackers and crushed the ones that were not soggy when we got them to our hooch to make our cans of chili go a little further to feed all five of us in our hootch. Yuck, not much of an alternative to eating in a mess hall. I remember the mornings that we were to have taken our malaria pills, you knew who had taken theirs by the expression on their faces. Phew, what a hoot. I just LOVED those pills and the resulting cramping tummy and the runs were the most delightful ever to befall my tummy. I also LOVED walking past the incinerator when you were burning entrails, it just stoked our appetites for mess hall food, NOT!
- Saturday, July 07, 2007 at 21:51:28 (EDT)
Bennie Harris <beharris@triad.rr.com>
Dobson, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 18 - ??, 1969
Association: I was a patient
I had a head injury and you guys treated me like royalty. I was with HHT Regiment, 11th Armored Cav. Thanks for taking care of me!!!
- Tuesday, July 03, 2007 at 20:59:02 (EDT)
Artis Pat Johnson <apjohnson@houston.rr.com>
TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 1967 thru September 1968
Association: Corpsman Wards 9 & 10
It is good to see there are still some of us left. I remember so many of the people mentioned on the web site. I don't imagine anyone remembers me. I was just a country boy from Nacogdoches, Texas amazed by all the damage humans could do to each other.
- Sunday, July 01, 2007 at 20:52:28 (EDT)
Ed (Honcho) Walbert <WALBERT@ALLTEL.NET>
Ford City, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 1970 - Nov 1971
Association: 284th MP Company
I was with the 284TH MP COMPANY .We had to guard prisoners at the 24th. What I saw there was an eye opener. They did a great job.
- Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at 20:29:07 (EDT)
Steven Rucki <steve.rucki@comcast.net>
Algonquin, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 20, 1967 - Oct 20, 1968
Association: I was a medic with the 50th medical company clearing
I was a medic with the 50th next door. We ran the prisoner of war hospital. I used to visit the 24th quite often.
- Friday, June 08, 2007 at 12:41:30 (EDT)
Elaine Watts <watts.elaine@gmail.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Gula
Little Rock, AR USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 70 - Nov 71
Association: RN on Ward 2
Jan; Cheryl; tell me how you are doing?
- Friday, April 06, 2007 at 16:03:13 (EDT)
Darlene Clemons <bettyscatblu@hotmail.com>
East Peoria, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 1970 - Sept 1971
Association: Army Nurse Corps - Served on Neurosurgery Wards
I served with ANC, on the NEUROSURGERY WARDS. Fond memories, sad but challenging. My Nursing Supervisor was Cpt.Marie Kozma. It was so heartbreaking to know some of our soldiers would not make it home; but we could provide a little comfort, just to hold their hands and give words of comfort. I am looking for anyone who remembers me, my nickname was "Clem". I only had 2 weeks for my tour to end and fly home; however, I was a/e from Nam on Sept 5th., 1971 due to medical symptoms to Valley Forge. I am searching for anyone who might remember me. Please email me. I am looking for Nan Borg, Marie Kozma, Dr.Reid(?), any medical staff who may remember. I don't know who the Chief Nurse was at that time. Would like to fill in those gaps of my tour, especially need closure. Thanks so much. Keep this site going, it is very wonderful and just seems like yesterday. Vietnam was the greatest challenge of my nursing career. Darlene Clemons of East Peoria, Il.
Addendum: I worked in Phoenix, AZ. in Correctional Healthcare Management,(Maricopa County as Utilization Review RN.) and Workers Comp.Case Manager and Q.A. Currently retired.
- Monday, March 26, 2007 at 17:12:56 (EST)
Joseph (JD) Donigan <jddo@socal.rr.com>
CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 69 - Jun 70
Association: ER, CMS, Company duty
I was moved from the 36th Evac when it closed and spent the rest of my tour at Long Binh, mostly with the 24th. Worked in ER briefly then even more briefly in CMS and then for the 1st Sgt (Johnny Poole, my biggest fan) supervising civilian personnel. I was also hospitalized briefly (about a week) at the 24th with the old FUO. I remember two Company Commanders: a CPT formerly with the 173rd and a 2LT with brand new fatigues. Also remember lots of nights sitting out under the stars across from LBJ. Don't remember many names though: really only "Woody" Woodbury, Company Clerk.
- Sunday, March 18, 2007 at 08:19:03 (EST)
Angie Naiman <anaiman@charter.net>
Holdrege, NE USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1970-July 1971
Association: Nurse
I worked internal medicine and ortho/GU. It is so good to see the pictures and read the history of our hospital. I have continued on in Public Health and Home Health Nursing in Nebraska. If anyone remembers me I would like to hear from you. Nan Borg? Jean Watson? Darlene Clemons? Lots of faces but I'm not remembering the names. The 24th was a great place and I am so proud of every one of you!
- Sunday, March 18, 2007 at 07:56:19 (EST)
Steve Applebee <meanderac@gmail.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: Apr/May 69
Association: 74th Field Hospital - Lab, ER
I am trying to find anyone who worked er(pow) when I was there. Believe my ptsd due in part to that duty. VA wants names and can't trace Vietnamese nationals. thanks
- Sunday, March 18, 2007 at 07:53:15 (EST)
Gary Stone <gstone2@charter.net>
Wilkesboro, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 69 - Sept 70
Association: Worked in ER at 50th Medical Clearing Co.
I was assigned to the 50th Medical Clearing Company. At the time I arrived there, we were replacements for a reserve unit from New Jersey.
- Tuesday, February 27, 2007 at 20:14:23 (EST)
Kerry Pardue <kerrypardue247@yahoo.com>
chandler, AZ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: In Vietnam 3/68 to 3/69
Association: Sent patients from 9th Infantry to your hospital
I was a Field medic with the 9th Infantry. [See my Web page] http://www.kerrypardue247.com/Index.html
- Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 21:12:21 (EST)
Dr. John Baldwin <jnbaldwin@mlode.com>
Twain Harte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968-1969
Association: Vascular, chest surgery 68-69
[Responding to Paul Przybylski] Dr. George Bryar, neurosurgeon extraordinaire and a great, great person was last listed at: 11952 S. Harlen Ave Palos Heights, Illinois 60463 He would be about 70 years old now, if still alive. He was a special talent, and I operated with him...he in the head and I in the chest or belly a hundred times and our guys mostly all made it home. He and I were like the majority of the big Nam hospital docs...fully trained by great universities (Univ Calif for me, Baylor and U Chicago for George)...and 34-35 years old...top of our game and ready for work. Unfortunately, as I return to Walter Reed every Spring to teach, I know that talent like that does not exist in Iraq...we had 4 brain surgeons at the 24th...there is ONE in all of Iraq....and the 24 Evac would be like going to heaven as the surgical capabilities in-country Iraq are by our old standards, pathetic. Hope you find Dr Bryar. If not, try asking Col Mary Lou Knaebel-Brown of neuro ward 68-69 for a more current address. Her email is: jlbmlbazva@wmconnect.com Good hunting. Welcome home.
- Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 21:00:58 (EST)
Paul J Przybylski <prz@cpinternet.com>
Hibbing, MN USA
Association: Plt Leader 169th
Anyone out there remember/know of the whereabouts of a Doctor George Bryar. If I remember correctly he was from Chicago. [See next Guestbook entry from Dr. John Baldwin for response. The webmaster.]
- Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 20:52:37 (EST)
Ken Butke <kbutke@verizon.net>
Casualties in Iraq Blackhawk crash on January 20, 2007:
I received this note from a friend about Col Brian Allgood, (son of Colonel Gerald Allgood who served at the 24th Evac) and I would like to share it with you all. Ken
See the following website for more details.
http://www.defenselink.mil/Releases/Release.aspx?ReleaseID=10435
- Saturday, January 27, 2007 at 17:37:10 (EST)
James (Jim) DeLoach <jamierosie@knology.net>
Evans, GA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July l970 - July 1971
Association: Head nurse in the Operating Room
We have a new email address - no longer with AOL. Rose and I now have two wonderful and energetic grandchildren: Brandon Patrick who will turn 5 in April 2007, and Reilly Elizabeth who will be 3 in July 2007. Our son Andrew and his wife live near us now, so we get to enjoy our grandchildren on a regular basis. We are both retired from nursing and enjoying golfing and traveling. Spent Thanksgiving in New York City, and Christmas and New Years in Hawaii. Our next trips include the Canadian Rockies in 2007, and cruising the Italian peninsula in 2008. Would be happy to hear from anyone who remembers us. Rose was Rose Carroll, when at the 24th.
- Sunday, January 14, 2007 at 14:15:22 (EST)
Woodrow Nelson Waldrop <wnwaldrop@att.net>
Powell, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 9 November 1968 -13 November 1968
Association: Patient
I was sent to the 24th Evac from the 83rd Medical Detachment. From the 24th I was sent to the 6th Convalescent Center in Cam Ron Bay. From there I went to the 12th Air Force Hospital for transport to the Tachikawa USAF Hospital in Japan. From there I was sent to the 106th General Hospital in Yokohama Japan. From there I was sent to the 121st Evac Hospital in Korea and from there I went to Madigan General Hospital in Ft. Knox KY. I still have a picture of a one star General from the 9th Infantry Division pinning a Division crest on my pajamas. I really want to thank all the personnel that worked at the 24th for all they did for me. I was a 22 year old E-6 that went into the service when I was 17.
- Saturday, January 06, 2007 at 17:38:03 (EST)
Ken Bopp <amandabiker@cox.net>
Destrehan, LA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug. 67 Feb. 68
Association: Anesthetist
Hope all are well and healing from our time in Nam. Happy Holidays to all and let us never forget.
- Friday, December 22, 2006 at 15:38:48 (EST)
Jim Fuqua <ivoryjim@insightbb.com>
Bowling Green, KY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1964-65
Association: Medic
Is there anyone out there that was in the 24th at San Antonio when I was?
- Friday, December 22, 2006 at 15:35:03 (EST)
Tom Reed <tomreed3@juno.com>
Springfield, TN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 67 - Nov 68
Association: Assigned to the 222 Personnel Service Company in support of the 24th Evac
I was assigned to the 222nd Personnel Service Company at Long Binh which provided administrative support to the 24th Evac Hospital and the 44th Medical Brigade. Lots of memories from Nov 67 - Nov 68 at Long Binh. I spent alot of time at the 24th Evac visiting friends that I had met.
- Saturday, December 16, 2006 at 17:39:16 (EST)
Charles Duke <goose5909@earthlink.net>
Bakersfield, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1971 - April 1972
Association: Medical Corpsman
I worked on several wards at the 24th Evac, and then at the drug treatment center at LBJ. Looking for a nurse Lt. Gloria Sapien or anyone that knew her. I would also like to locate or find out about a Lt. Stephanie Gardner.
- Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 20:46:24 (EST)
Mike Mudry <mdmudry@comcast.net>
North Aurora, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 71 - May 71
Association: Orthopedic Tech - 91H20
I worked mostly in the "Cast Room" with a few shifts in the ER. I was trained as a surgical tech as well, but didn't do much of that at the 24th.
- Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 19:50:52 (EST)
Amy Porter <ae.porter@yahoo.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Mar 1970 - Oct 1971
Association: My father, Jim Aho, was a medic with the 24th.
I am looking for anyone who knew my father, Jim Aho, or for any pictures of him.
- Thursday, November 09, 2006 at 19:30:26 (EST)
Jose Luis Echavarria <echavarria3@aol.com>
Weslaco, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sometime in July or August 1969
Association: Patient
I am trying to find the surgen/Doctor who did eye surgery on me. I was with River Division 531 working the Vam Co Dong River out of Ben Keo in Thay Ninh. I think the Doctor's name was Salinas, but do not remember his first name. If I remember correctly he stated he was from Mission, Texas. If there is anyone out there that remembers the Doctor, I would appreciate to know what his first name was. Thanks.
- Wednesday, November 08, 2006 at 06:36:19 (EST)
Larry Agosta <larry.doowop@yahoo.com>
Little Falls, NJ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 19, 1970 to middle of Sept-70
Association: Patient
I would like to hear from any of the staff that was there at the time I was. Thank you
- Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 18:40:27 (EST)
William J. Cerynik <wjcerynik@yahoo.com>
Dunmore, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Nov 60 - Sept 62
Was at the 24th prior to Vietnam. Previously signed guest book. Just updating my location at present.
- Saturday, October 28, 2006 at 19:41:46 (EDT)
Tom Holland <trh319@verizon.net>
Philadelphia, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 11/15/70 - 11/16/71
Association: 91D20 OR Tech
New email address. Also, view my website at: http://mysite.verizon.net/vzepz2xc/thetomhollandwebsite/
- Monday, October 23, 2006 at 20:39:08 (EDT)
Ken Butke <kbutke@verizon.net>
Springfield, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 69-July 70
Association: Registrar
Just reporting a new E-Mail address
- Thursday, October 19, 2006 at 20:32:38 (EDT)
Charles Steiner <lsteiner@mchsi.com>
Millsboro, DE USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 67
Association: Operating Room Tech
Trying to get proof I was there.
- Sunday, October 08, 2006 at 21:04:35 (EDT)
Ronald E Ferree Sr <ronaldferreesr@bellsouth.net>
Pembroke Pines, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1966 - 1967
Association: Medic
The 24th Evac (all members invited) are planning a wonderful cruise in February 2007 -- Joe Canata is a player in the band, and the prices are great for a cruise to the Southern Caribbean. Sailing on the Carnival Legen cruise line. More information is available - email me or call 954-435-3173 - many many options to make this a great trip and reunion for all the 24th Evac!! Looking forward to a great turnout - please call, write or email for more information.
- Sunday, October 08, 2006 at 21:00:43 (EDT)
Jerry Minchew <jchew@ruraltel.net>
Norton , KS USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 71-72
Association: Worked in Medical Supply, and Laundry
I really enjoyed my tour with the 24th. I have a yearbook for the 24th for the Year 71-72, I think. If anyone wants this book of pictures, let me know and I will give it to you. I do not have any living relatives, and want to give it to someone that would treasure it, so email me and I will send it to you.
[Update: Jerry reports that the yearbook has found a new home.]
- Saturday, October 07, 2006 at 20:05:46 (EDT)
John Schroeder <HOTEL321@AOL.COM>
La Quinta, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: MAY 1970 to MAY 1971
Association: Worked at Central Finance, across the road.
Worked in the accounting section of Central Finance. We always tried to get into the Mess Hall at the 24th, as the food was the best. We performed security at night for the nurse's hootches when there was an alert! I remember a Chase Manhattan Bank, and the Preston Park PX, which had guys coming from Saigon to stock up!! I remember we could get steaks to cook, from the 24th Mess Hall, if we processed 24th Evac guys quickly through finance before they were to "deros".
- Sunday, September 24, 2006 at 20:00:08 (EDT)
Susan (Cochrane) Griffith <rrgskg@aol.com>
Shawnee, OK USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1970 to June 1971
Association: My Father was COL Charles Cochrane, Commander of the 24th Evacuation Hospital
Colonel Charles R. Cochrane, United States Army (Retired) passed away on
August 5, 2006 at his home in Colorado Springs, with his family by his side.
A former CO of the MEDDAC at Fort Carson, he dedicated 14 years of service
at Fort Carson to transforming the "temporary" WWII hospital to the present Evans Army Community Hospital. The youngest of eight children, Charles Riley Cochrane was born to Leonard and Mable (Reed) Cochrane on May 23, 1921 in Carterville, MO. Dr. Cochrane was a graduate of the University of Oklahoma Medical School. On August 23, 1958, he married Ella M. Stepanion, a former army nurse in World War II and the Korean conflict.
Doctor Cochrane began his military service as a Medic in the Navy during
WWII. His Army military career began as a Medical Officer in 1952 and spanned
34
years until his retirement in 1986. Col. Cochrane served his country as a three
war veteran with assignments that included Austria, Italy, Fort Sill, Okinawa,
Fort Hood, Letterman General Hospital, Long Binh Vietnam and Fort Carson, CO.
Charles Cochrane is survived by his wife of 47 years, Ella Cochrane, as well
as his two daughters and their spouses, John and Rhonda (Cochrane) McKillip
of Spokane, WA, and Robert and Susan (Cochrane) Griffith of Shawnee, OK,
three grandchildren, Amanda, Charles, and David and three great-grandchildren,
Christopher,
Kaytlyn, and Krista. The recipient of numerous honors, Doctor Cochrane was
a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, Fellow and Diplomat of the
American Board of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, a Distinguished Member of
the Army
Medical Department Regiment, and a Charter Member of the Order of Military
Medical Merit. He was also a life member of both local and national MOAA,
honorary member of TREA, member of the Fort Carson Retiree Council, and had
formerly
served with the American Red Cross and the Pike's Peak Council of Governments.
Memorial Services held at 10a.m. on Saturday, August 19, 2006 at
the Shrine of Remembrance "America the Beautiful" Chapel of Roses
at 1730 E. Fountain Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO. Memorials in Doctor Cochrane's
memory may be made to the Pikes Peak Hospice Foundation, 825 E. Pikes Peak,
Suite 600, Colorado Springs, CO 80903.
Note from Susan Cochrane: I know that he (Col Cochrane) was the surgeon that
performed the operation to remove the live round from the soldier on the helipad.
Quote from Tom Holland: I remember once a soldier came in who had a live round
-- a mortar shell maybe -- lodged in his abdomen. They operated on him out
on the chopper pad. Can't tell you who the surgeon was, but Sp6 Baker volunteered to assist. I don't
recall his first name, but he was a good guy; older than most of us enlisted
guys but we got along great.
- Thursday, August 31, 2006 at 21:25:12 (EDT)
Gary T. Jones <VOLSBORN2003@YAHOO.COM>
Emden, MO USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1970 - Jun 70 (approx.)
Association: patient
Met some great guys there, and got to see what the ladies had to go through. It wasn't pretty. I salute all the nurses who went through 'Nam. Cannot remember my doc's name, but I was his first punctured lung patient. I had an accident near Xuan Loc in May 1970. My brother was a patient, Paul Jones, in Feb 1970 till Mar 1970, when I escorted him to Denver Colorado. Thanks for saving his life. GARY
- Sunday, August 27, 2006 at 21:11:36 (EDT)
Barbara Pendleton <barbpendleton@yahoo.com>
Athens, AL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Feb 68 - Feb 69
Association: Nurse on wards 5-6, 13-14, and VC
My husband [Dick] and I, lived in a converted shower building that one of the dentists "repurposed". Dick worked at USARVN HQ, and there were weeks that the only time we saw each other was when he came on the ward, where he would read to the guys or write letters for them. We were very lucky to be able to be together. His first tour was in the "Four Corps" as an advisor; he was at USARV for me. We've been married 40 yrs. I am so happy I found this site. If anyone remembers me, please write. I would love to talk to anyone that understands the past. I still have demons, as I'm sure others do. I am still nursing, but at a slower pace, the Director of Nursing in an assisted living community. I love these people!! They totally accept life and all its wrinkles with grace and dignity. We have two children and one granddaughter. Our son also served our country, in Korea and Italy. May God bless all of those who read this. Know you are all in our prayers. God bless our troops with "Boots on the Ground".
- Sunday, August 27, 2006 at 20:44:10 (EDT)
1st LT. David Barry Holleman <hollemandb@sbcyahoo.com>
Houston, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 72-73
Association: Field surgical medic/med vac
All gave some..Some gave all...
- Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 22:08:06 (EDT)
Kenneth B Miller <kenneth.miller4@insightbb.com>
Pekin, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969-1971
Association: Served with the 50th Medical Clearing Company
I was the x-ray tech with the 50th (which became the 133rd Medical Detachment) at Bearcat.
- Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 22:03:42 (EDT)
Jon PanKratz <jpankr1995@aol.com>
Park City, KS USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Worked there during 1967
Association: Engineer unit that built walkways, x-ray room, and morgue
During construction it seemed you were always busy. Had one person from our unit hospitalized for two weeks, because of a cyst. He always spoke well of the care he had there.
- Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 22:00:19 (EDT)
John Almack <godawggone@yahoo.com>
Burlington, IA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 4, 1969 - Jan 3, 1970
Association: Med Lab Tech
Just visiting again to show a friend where I was the year man landed on the moon, and Woodstock made rock and roll history. My thoughts often come back here.
- Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 21:54:27 (EDT)
Walter (Wally) Einhorn <dragonfan789@msn.com>
Albuquerque, NM USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 1971 to Nov 1971
Association: Personnel Sergeant
It was really a very pleasant tour. I worked with Ken Willey, Tim Horner, John Ayala, and a Vietnamese girl they called Sweet Pea. Collected and paid all the hooch maids with Sweet Pea. Colonel and Sergeant Major were like my guardians. Chief nurse was very nice and polite. Had to go to Saigon with Captain Webb quite a few times. Kind of scary but it turned out okay. Love to hear from the old gang.
- Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 21:37:27 (EDT)
Walter (Wally) Einhorn <dragonfan789@msn.com>
Albuquerque, NM USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Jan 1971 to Nov 1971
Association: Personnel Staff NCO
It was a fantastic experience, making friends with everyone. I worked with Ken Willey, Peterson, Horner, Ayala. Had a few experiences with Capt Evans on trips to Saigon and back. I don't remember too many of the doctors and nurses, but I used to walk around the wards and talk with all of them to see how they were doing. Does anybody remember Sweetpea, the Vietnamese interpreter?
- Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 21:27:03 (EDT)
Edward (Steve) Cancio <escancio@mac.com>
Youngstown, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: April 72 - sept? 72
Association: medic, corpsman
Worked on wards, pulled perimeter guard, some recon.
- Sunday, August 13, 2006 at 21:20:41 (EDT)
Robert Pryor <ussfa344@hotmail.com>
West Richland, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 6-20-69 for a week or so
Association: Patient
Thanks. It must have been a slow night in the early morning hours of 6-20-69. I can never understand why y'all would work so hard to save me. My chances were slim and none with a large part of the skull on the right side of my head gone, along with underlying brain loss. Y'all might have figured that if I survived at all I would have been an idiot. There are probably some that know me now that would agree with that, but I went on to graduate summa cum laude at the head of my class at WSU (go Cougs!) thanks to all of you not giving up on me, when I had already given up. [See website: http://www.legionofvalor.com/citation_parse.php?uid=994685456 for Legion of Valor article on Robert Pryor's heroic actions on the night of June 20, 1969.]
- Friday, July 14, 2006 at 10:59:51 (EDT)
Gary Laine <jgarylaine@aol.com>
Austin, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967-1968
Association: I served in the pre-op and recovery ward at the 24th as a medic.
- Saturday, July 01, 2006 at 21:10:40 (EDT)
Gary J. Decker <GaryjDecker@aol.com>
Columbiaville, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March or April, 1967
Association: Patient
I was brought in from an explosion that happened at the 139th Hvy Matt. 1st
log, Long Binh. I just want to say thanks to all who took care of me at that
time. Pvt Gary J. Decker
Thanks again.
- Monday, May 29, 2006 at 21:10:08 (EDT)
Cecil A. Rhodes <cjprof@sbcglobal.net>
Modesto, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: August-October, 1967
Association: Provided musical entertainment
In addition to guarding POWs at the Hospital, I was a member of the 720th Military Police, Company C, 18th Brigade in Long Binh, and left country on 10/30/67. I was also the lead singer for the 720 MP Rogues, a rock band comprised of four other members of our Company. Our band played several stints at the 24th Evac, and we got to know several doctors and nurses. I have several pictures of our performances there, and we recorded there on 10/8/67. I have a couple pictures of 1st Lt. Joanne James and other 24th Evac personnel. The story of the band with pics is being told and posted on http://www.720mpvietnamproject.org/history_project/index.html
- Monday, May 29, 2006 at 20:51:01 (EDT)
Robert Hammill <rhammill@gotsky.com>
Rough and Ready, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept/Oct 1967
Association: Patient
In September/October of 1967, I was admitted to the hospital for a severe reaction to the rabies serum. I was a patient for about seven days. The nurses were wonderful!
- Monday, April 03, 2006 at 14:01:12 (EDT)
Eric Y. Jones
Hopewell, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 12/68 to 12/69
Association: Data Service Center USARV
Does anyone remember a group of GIs singing Christmas carols on Christmas Eve 1968? I was one of those guys. Thanks for the most wonderful Xmas I've ever had.
- Friday, March 31, 2006 at 15:50:34 (EST)
Kenneth R. Willey <bozo7015@yahoo.com>
Seattle, WA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Mar 1970 - Nov 1971
Association: Personnel Clerk-71H
I was the Awards Clerk, (typed up the purple heart orders) so I spent alot of time out on the wards confirming WIA info. I worked with Sweatpea and Miss Minh. I also worked at Dept. of Clinics with LTC Richard Gushwa for a few months in 1971. I was a bartender at the Officers club. I worked with SP5 John Ayala, SP5 Guy Horner (manager) and I think Collin Robberie worked at the club briefly? All these people worked in Personnel with SSG Walt Einhorn.
- Friday, March 31, 2006 at 15:13:36 (EST)
Alfred Corsale <handyman839@yahoo.com>
North Wildwood, NJ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 67
Association: Patient
I was with the 9th inf aco 5th 60th. I was wounded twice and spent some time in the 24th. I have pictures of the USO show and others. I am now 100 percent disabled; had a leg wound. Don't remember too much. Hope the nurses and the staff made it home. God bless you all, and welcome home.
- Thursday, January 05, 2006 at 14:09:31 (EST)
William Walker <ggwalker28@yahoo.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: OCT 68 TO NOV 69
Association: ER CORPMAN
I spent 13 months of my life at the 24th and will always remember the experience. As I look back, I know that there was much more that I could have done. At the age of 19 you don't look at the life changing events around you as you do many years later.
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 17:30:46 (EST)
Mel Libby <namvet6768@peoplepc.com>
Durand, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 1967 - Nov 1968
Association: Corpsman - Neurosurgical wards
Wishing all a Merry Christmas and a Great New Year.
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 17:07:39 (EST)
William Walker <GGWALKER28@YAHOO.COM>
NJ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: OCT 1968 to NOV 1969
Association: ER corpman
I WORKED IN ER FROM OCT 68 TO NOV 69. I FOUND THIS TO BE A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE.
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 16:41:50 (EST)
OLAN R. WILLIAMS
Galax, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 12/66 to 10/67
Association: Nearby, at the 199th
BASE CAMP NORTH OF 24TH EVAC 199TH LIB 2ND 3RD INFANTRY BRIGADE, OLD GUARD [REDCATCHERS] 66/67
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 16:34:59 (EST)
Corey White <whitehouse8539@comcast.net>
Association: Relative of patient
I am looking for a nurse that helped my cousin. His name is Jim Minor, he was injured in Vietnam on 12/3/1967. He was a tall, thin, freckle faced red head. He was severely injured, he lost his right arm and had several other injuries. He remembers being at the 24th EVAC Hospital and has been wanting to find a nurse by the name of Katherine Costello, now Nelson. I found her name on the forum, but no address. He would like to thank her in person, for he credits her for saving his life. He is doing great and is a great guy. If you can help me locate Nurse Costello, please email me. Thank you for your time, Sincerely, Corey White, LVN
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 16:27:12 (EST)
CHARLES BOULET <cboulet@sc.rr.com>
HOPKINS, SC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: MARCH 66-JUNE 67
Association: 91C ON PRE OP AND RECOVERY
WORKED AS 91C ON PRE OP AND RECOVERY AFTER WE OPENED IN 67
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 16:20:03 (EST)
Clifford Sanders <sanderslopez@hotmail.com>
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
I was at the 24th Evac from: 65-67
Association: Medic, Spec 5, Surgical Tech.
I was assigned to the 24th in Fort Sam Houston after surgical tech training; Sgt. Bobbit was the 1st Shirt, Zolie Williams was our Surg/PLX leader. Lt. Anderson was detachment commander. I made SP-5 waiting to load on the plane to fly to San Francisco and catch the luxury liner, the Wm. Weigel. Arrived in VN in July after stops in Okinawa and Danang. I remember best the friendships; Bob Martinez, Jay Bussey, Tom Morton, Don English, and many more - The Bien Hoa Club, pretty girls, and a war. I have only seen Bob Martinez and Crazy George Hunter, who was in supply and came to us from the 173 Airborne as too crazy to be a paratrooper. I am proud I served, I am pro the troops, but I am very anti-war.
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 16:13:46 (EST)
Gerald Wayne Holder <waynescamero69@hotmail.com>
Greenwood, SC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1967 to Febuary 1968
Association: E.R. Corpsman
I cannot remember names of anyone I worked with. I have pictures, but no names. Would like to hear from anyone who remembers me. My HOOCH was 39; which was Headquarters.
- Wednesday, January 04, 2006 at 16:01:05 (EST)
Marion Allen Cole <marionacole@yahoo.com>
Garden Valley, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1964 and 1965
Association: corpsman
I was with the first team to set up the MUST(mobile unit, self contained, transportable) We first set up at Camp Bullis in winter of 1964-1965, while the 24th set up the regular tent hospital. We had a hell of a hail, sleet and rain storm that reduced the "tent hospital" to a colossal, canvas and mud pile. The inflatable ward, at MUST, was still standing with the huge generator putting out welcome warmth. Big Shots from Washinton, Generals etc were all out the next day on a scheduled visit, to inspect. Safe to assume that MUST was purchased and used in Nam. I went on to 8th ID in Germany and often wondered how Must fared in country...since I never heard much more. After my enlistment, I went to school and reenlisted in reserve components as a medic, airborne, EFMB, and retired 2000 as medical NCO. Served on active duty three other times, including Desert Shield/Desert Storm as Infantry Bn Medical NCOIC. Finally had enough and am playing my Native American flutes out here in beautiful God's Country. It helps me not be sad, and helps others be happy too. God bless all you medics...you were the only ones that ever made sense to me. If ever nearby, please give me a call or email me at marionacole@yahoo.com
- Tuesday, November 22, 2005 at 19:19:33 (EST)
Larry <largin@tampabay.rr.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: Approx. from the middle of August to September 1970
I was evac'd with infectious hepatitis from the 229th mash out of Bien Hoa. For the whole time I was there I was out of it literally. Slept most of the time not getting up for anything except being helped to walk to the upright latrine located on the beach area. That's about all I remember aside from a nurse who would wake me each morning to draw blood. While there until the time of my release I never got to meet any of the nurses who tool care of me. That really hurts today, I would really like to know some of these Angels of Mercy. How can I get their names and a picture of what they looked like so I can thank them for taking care of me?
- Tuesday, November 01, 2005 at 07:59:53 (EST)
Tom(Norman) Overholser<tover1@sunflower.com>
Lawrence, KS USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967-68
Association: Combat medic
I am living in Lawrence, Kansas and a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist for the past 18 years. I remember Cathy Costello, Constance Love, Edith Godfrey and another nurse last name La Roca, I believe that was her name anyway. I was there during Tet. I will attempt to resubmit my remembrances entry because that failed the first time I tried.
- Friday, October 14, 2005 at 10:49:51 (EDT)
Max Mccord Jr. <maco98e@yahoo.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: late Dec 1967 until Mar or Apr 1968
Association: Doctor
Was attached to head/neck surgery team as D3126 Otolaryngologist. Transferred to 345th med det.(dispensary) as C.O. and also served 36th Evac hosp (Mar or Apr) until late Dec. 1968
- Tuesday, October 04, 2005 at 17:44:31 (EDT)
Kent Christiansen <kentlc@adelphia.net>
Toledo area, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: ? 69 til Nov
Association: Patient, later 1st Cav Liaison, then Patient again...
I was a malaria (falc.) patient at the 24th Evac, then 6th CC, then was reassigned from my combat unit as a 1st Cav liaison at the 24th. Later I contracted a different type of malaria (vivex) - 24th evac, to 6th CC and this time to Japan. Poor memory on names. Good friends with the Thai liaisons that were there at the time, and with the other liaisons in A&;D (?) from the other units. I have pictures of some of the patients, nurses, staff, and entertainers that I'm planning on scanning to get them into digital files.
- Wednesday, August 24, 2005 at 07:21:37 (EDT)
David Gjerdingen <dave.gjerdingen@allina.com>
Minneapolis, MN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1968
Association: Surgical Tech
I was sent from port of arrival (Vung Tau) to the 24th while we were waiting for the 29th Evac (Binh Thuy) to be completed. Worked in surgery for a month, learned the difference between inbound and outbound artillery. Then on to the 29th for the rest of my tour.
- Tuesday, August 23, 2005 at 08:04:54 (EDT)
Clyde E. Littlejohn <bearpaw4921@sbcglobal.net>
Burton, MI USA
Association: 45th Air Ambulance 93rd Evac 1969 -1971
Feb. 12, 1971 I was shot in the head while flying a Dust-Off mission for the 93rd Evac. My crew flew me straight into the hands of the greatest doctors, nurses and medics known to mankind. I was your neuro guest for 10 days while I healed and I never got the chance to say how much I still love all of you. Without your care and attention I may not be able to write this today. Unfortunately that injury damaged my right eye optic nerve just enough to end my flying days as a crewchief on my Huey but I've moved on to bigger and better things in life. All these years I've wanted to tell someone there that you all made a difference. Until I die I will always have a place in my heart especially for you and all the other doctors, nurses and medics who served with me in country. Bless You Sincerely SP/5 C.E.Littlejohn 45thAA/93rd Evac, Long Binh
- Saturday, August 20, 2005 at 03:49:42 (EDT)
Mel Libby <namvet6768@stompit.net>
Durand, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: September 1967 - November 1968
Association: Corpsman in Neurosurgery
Hey Gary Laine, saw your posting from Monday. Hopefully Jack will call ya--better late than never. I believe Jack left the same day as myself or the next day. Think Tex and Rex left the day before as I vaguely remember them all excited about getting out of there. I do believe I got a picture or 2 of you and some of Jack too. Just a matter of finding them. If I find them I'll let ya know. I don't know if you remember me or not. Take care, Mel
- Tuesday, August 16, 2005 at 15:50:17 (EDT)
Gary Laine <jgarylaine@aol.com>
Austin, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct 1967 - Dec 1968
Association: Medic in pre-op and recovery
Hey, Jack Hutson: You said you would call me Saturday afternoon...that was in 1971, you rascal. Where are the Texas twins Rex and Tex Bell and Gary Toon of north TX?
- Monday, August 08, 2005 at 12:16:45 (EDT)
Jeanette Hooban <jeanette@hooban.com>
My father, Sawnie R. Gaston M.D., was with the 24th Evac England, then France, 1944. I am transcribing his diary. Does anyone know the movement of the unit from June 1944 to the wars conclusion?
- Tuesday, August 02, 2005 at 12:14:45 (EDT)
Miguel Abreu <plumreu@aol.com>
Ossining, NY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969-70
Association: Supplied oxygen for Hospital and supplies for field units
Good to see some names of people I knew from different units while in Nam
- Sunday, July 31, 2005 at 10:06:23 (EDT)
Steve Applebee <meanderac@yahoo.com>
Jacksonville, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Spring 1969
Association: Lab Tech
Actually, I was stationed 74th Field Hospital lab. I guess the POW operation got turned over to the 24th after I left. Any of you ever with the 74th?
- Sunday, July 31, 2005 at 10:02:38 (EDT)
Richard Turnbull <randcturnbull@tpg.com.au>
Adelaide, SA Australia
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 19970 March 19971, Vung Tau
Association: Member Royal Australian Army Medical Corps,Phuoc Tuy Province, 1st Aust Field hospital, Vung Tau
I am writing on behalf of the son of a North Vietnamese POW whose life your hospital saved in May 1970. The Son's name is Hung Dang. Hung has married an Australia girl and lives in Sydney. Until 2 or 3 years ago he was a translator and tourist guide in Hanoi. His father's name is Dang Bao, he is still alive and has just retired from running a construction business just out of Hanoi. He would like to thank the members of 24th Evac for saving his life. In particular he would like to thank, Kenningham, Bennet, Thompson, David, Gianson, Mithill, Goodly (the 24yr old who gave him a chance to talk to his wife in NV). I only met Hung by chance in a Vietnamese restaurant in Sydney last week and we got talking. He said his father is well, but still has a missing part of his skull. As a result of the conversation he emailed his father and gave me this basic information. You guys must have done a good job in patching him up. He was at 24th Evac May - October 1970, after which he went to POW camp on an island off the Mekong delta and was repatriated back to NVN in 1973. If someone would like to contact me, especially one of those named above, I would be pleased to get more info. Like us he has some good recollection of those days. I was a lab tech at 1st AFH and now a research scientist here in Adelaide, Australia. Cheers, Dick Tunbull PS The website of our unit is www.callsignvampire.org
- Sunday, July 17, 2005 at 18:19:56 (EDT)
Dr. John Baldwin <jnbaldwin@mlode.com>
Twain Harte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1968 - 1969
Association: Vascular/General Surgeon
I just waved goodbye in our driveway to Aaron Tybo and his wife Kathleen...Aaron was brought to the 24th Evac in Feb 69 with an AK hit to his right groin, blowing out his artery, vein to that leg and destroying the head of the femur. Major Bob Grant MD, Lt. Jeannie Mitchell, RN and I used "parts" from his left leg to repair all this. He healed superbly, and at 38 years out is probably one of the longest "vein/artery" grafts in the world to still be walking, riding horses and running a trucking business. He was a Sgt with 101st Airborne. This week I also got a thank-you from the son of a VC upon whom I operated that same year. The dad remains "eternally grateful to the 24th Evac for saving his life" from a gunshot to the head. He named Keninnham, Bennet, Thompson, David, Gianson, Mitchell, Baldwin and Godly. The patient's name is Dang Bao, and after "the war" he developed a big construction business in Hanoi. He helped build the new (real) Hilton in Hanoi. (Does that tell you something about how dumb this war really was???) Anyway...love to all you Evac fans. Maj John Baldwin MD
- Sunday, July 17, 2005 at 17:57:20 (EDT)
Roy Hibbs <Roy_Hibbs@msn.com>
Jasper, TN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May thru Dec, 1969
Association: Lab Tech, Also worked in the Clinic
I was a medic with the 199th Lt Infrty B Jan-Apr 1969 Please visit my website if you like piano music. http://home.bellsouth.net/p/pwp/-RoyHibbs
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 14:59:31 (EDT)
Valerie Biskey <vbiskey@cox.net>
Macon, GA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 1970 to August 1971
Association: Nurse, Ward 2
What an experience Vietnam was! I worked under Major Nancy Green, Head Nurse of Ward 2 and learned a lot. My best friend, Carol Rogers (now Pitula) was on the Neuro ward. When I was assigned to the 24th, I called Carol and I remembered she started to cry. We worked very hard on Ward 2 and to this day I believe that was the best nursing experience I ever had. I work with nurses and medical students today and often speak of Vietnam. Hello to you all. I have some photos I will try to include on the website. One photo is of a Vietnamese baby who was on Ward 2 after surgery. Ray Simmons, the corpsman, cut up new bed sheets to make the baby clothes. He used old tire treds to make flip flops for the child. What a great guy!
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 14:54:44 (EDT)
Sgt William G. Hill <bravo412@mchsi.com>
Columbus, GA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: September 1968
Association: Patient
I was a patient at the 24th Evac Hospital in September 1968. I want to sincerely thank all the great doctors, nurses, corpsmen and all the other medical personnel. After being seriously wounded, I was operated on at the 24th, and developed gangrene. The vascular surgeons were great, and although I cannot remember much, I do know that I might have lost a leg and also an arm. I went in and out of consciousness, required several operations, and a surgeon I will never forget said, "In our hospital we don't lose legs and arms because we do all we can to save them and are usually successful." I was transferred to the 249th General in Japan and had several months of treatment there. After that I was moved to Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington, DC, where Col Norman Rich, MD was my physician, and vascular surgeon. Dr. Rich filmed all of my surgeries and I am listed in the Viet Nam Vascular Registry. I am in great debt and every day give thanks to the incredible skill and work of all of these teams who saved my life. I was wounded in the chest, belly, legs and arms, and thanks to their expertise, I am here today...all intact. I am so thankful, and wish I could say thanks to everyone. Thank you. William Hill
- Thursday, July 07, 2005 at 14:52:16 (EDT)
William A Roper <W2003roper@aol.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: 25 February 1968
Association: Patient
I was a patient at the 24th Evac. I was the PLL clerk with the 266th S & S Bn of the 1st Log, which was adjacent to the hospital. I suffered a closed head contusion on 25, February 1968. Dr. Floyd Robinson performed life saving procedures on me within 20 minutes of my injury. I was in a deep coma with paralysis on the left side of my body. I am alive today because of a fine neurosurgeon with lots of excellent help from many dedicated nurses, corpsmen and hospital staff. Please list my name and email address among the list of patients on this site. Thanks to all hospital personnel from a profoundly grateful Vet. Bill Roper
- Wednesday, June 01, 2005 at 14:59:41 (EDT)
James Stevens <jsteve@columbus.rr.com>
London, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Oct. 1967- Oct. 1968
Association: Medical Corpsman
I am looking for any kind of contacts from friends that I served with.....especially the ones I bunked with in the hooch! George Cebbula, Nick Petros, Richard Vierra, and Ed Hilfiker. been looking forever so help if you can!
- Monday, May 30, 2005 at 15:32:16 (EDT)
James F. Cooper, MD. <jfcooper@lhistl.com>
St. Louis, MO USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1966 & 1967
Association: Gen. & Vascular surgery, Chief of Surgery, Jauary 1967
I wish I had been more active on this website. I was associated with Lou Cohen, MD. and Allen Wolff, MD. A Mr. Homer Mills disputes the fact that I did the first operative procedure, which is not really important. However the first operation under general anesthesia was done by me. I was and am proud to be a member of the 24th Evacuation Hospital. It changed my professional life. Thanks to all who served.
- Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 14:13:23 (EDT)
Danny E. Burger <danburger@touchnc.net>
Wake Forest, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: November 1968 to June 1970.
Association: MEDIC with the 57TH Dustoff
Hello. Was a medic with the 57th Dustoff and flew into the 24th numerous times. Hard working bunch of people. Best wishes to you all.
- Wednesday, May 18, 2005 at 17:24:07 (EDT)
John N Baldwin MD
Twain Haret, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1968 - 1969
Association: Surgeon Ward 2
I knew Kay as Kay Gutrie (Johnson)...a bubby blonde young nurse who took care of my post ops on Ward 2. She was essentially a doctor..in today's world, she was more capable and more reliable than a doctor. I operated, she did the rest. That simple. No calls at midnight for an aspirin...as we do today...no problems with a blocked tube. Kay could fix it and never would bother the surgeon. She was a fixture on Medcaps and had great moments at Mr. Mui's house, arriving in Jet Boats up the Dong Nai River with the Riverine Rats who adopted our hospital. God bless you Kay...your last months were undoubtably difficult...and we praise your for that. Love always..your special surgeon...John Baldwin Ward 2.
- Thursday, May 12, 2005 at 05:48:42 (EDT)
Donna Peck <donnapeckart@cs.com>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Cull
Westminster, MA 01749
I was at the 24th Evac from: October 1968 - 1969
Association: I was a nurse on Ward 4
I married my Corpsman, Thomas Peck, 35 years ago...so I broke the army rules, but I guess it turned out pretty good anyway. We went on to have three children and now have two grandaughters that we adore. I was stationed in Viet Nam at the 24th Evac along with my best friend from nursing school in Pennsylvania, Kay Johnson. She worked on Ward 2 and I on Ward 4. I am sorry to say that Kay died of Mylofibrosis two years ago. She had a bone marrow transplant, but it was unsuccessful. She was always proud of the time she worked in Viet Nam and I miss her so much. She is the one who made me come to Washinton and see the wall and again when the Nurses memorial was dedicated. We are in the book, A Piece of My Heart by Keith Walker and were blessed to see the adaptation of the book in play form when we went to Washington. WE thought we wouldn't be chosen for the play because we were kind of boring...but low and behold, they combined our story in the person of Sissy in the play. We were so thrilled to be watching it together. God bless all of you. I especially wish I could hear from Burnadette Gonda and any maxillo facial patients from 1969.
- Wednesday, May 11, 2005 at 07:30:10 (EDT)
SP5 Eric Ekeberg <retiredafc@sbcglobal.net>
Saugus, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1968 to November 1969
Association: MOS of Corpsman, but was the "gofer, mailman, et al"; for HQ
I have already signed the guest book, this is an update to my e-mail address. I retired as Assistant Fire Chief for LA County, and my old address retired too! During my tour at the 24th I hung around with Eddie Fortmiller, Ron Hickman, and Richard Bjorquist, and several others. My life finally got on track, and has been very good to me. Wonderful family with five daughters and 5 (almost 6!) grand children. Would enjoy hearing from anyone...Eric
- Tuesday, May 03, 2005 at 18:46:34 (EDT)
John N. Baldwin MD <jnbaldwin@mlode.com>
Twain Harte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1968-1969
Association: Surgeon
On this historic 30th anniversary of the fall of Saigon (April 30, 1975) I send all best wishes from Jean Mitchell Baldwin and myself to all of the 24th Evac family: staff, patients and friends. A lot has happened in those three decades. Saigon has automobiles, Hanoi has a real Hilton, Cam Ranh has an Arnold Palmer designed golf course. Ford is planning to build cars there and many of the students I see at UCSF Med School are children of boat people.
One factor remains: the names on the Wall never change nor does their sacrifice. Tommy McAdams and Bruce Clark are still frozen in their post-adolescent innocence. Most of us are thirty five years older, and some are suffering from wounds inflicted 'way back then, such as Dennis Haines, our Image of Bravery Award Recipient, gamely battling Hepatitis C with half his body paralysed. Ed Fortmiller, fighting hard after brain surgery this year and so many more damaged by memories, broken marriages, failed promises and good plans gone wrong.
On this day let us remember that we served, we went, we did our nation's bidding, right or wrong, and that we all are better people for it, despite the awful price. I salute all of you. I was proud to know you and for those nearly two thousand upon whom I (and tremendous staff) was privileged to operate .. to play a small part in hopefully giving you a life today that looks back upon that year with honor and pride. All best...JOHN B
- Saturday, April 30, 2005 at 19:56:26 (EDT)
Paul Kuehn Jr <grunter2@netscape.com>
USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 9, 1970
Association: Patient
I was there with a bomb fragment wound to the left shoulder, friendly fire. I was with the 1/27th Wolfhounds, company C. Just wanted to say my Thank you, you were the best. Between you guys and the pilots, I have no greater respect in this lifetime anyway-thank you again.
- Monday, April 25, 2005 at 19:45:33 (EDT)
Michael Adowski
Buffalo, NY
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1971
Association: Patient - Collapsed Lung
In hospital for a week, most memories faded. Remember being brought outside to watch movies at night like a drive in.
- Saturday, April 23, 2005 at 21:05:11 (EDT)
Norman Reeves <norman@bloody1.com>
Tucson, AZ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Around March 68
Association: Patient
Medevaced in with 3rd deg burn of right hand from white phosphorous flare in the evening.
- Sunday, April 17, 2005 at 12:23:28 (EDT)
Harold C Kimble <haroldkimble@microxl.com>
Gadsden, AL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 1966 - July 1967
Association: Medic and Generator Operator
I went over with the 24th Evac Hosp and served in various areas of work as did many of those of us who were a part of the original unit. I would like to hear from Theodore Hamilton the original generation operator and any other person who served with the 24th during that period.
- Wednesday, April 13, 2005 at 08:17:46 (EDT)
Fred Evors <evnet@comcast.net>
Bala Cynwyd, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: late 1969-March 1970
Association: I flew guns (Razorbacks) during a lot of medevacs
I was fortunate to be associated with the 24th as Razorback 6. Not only were we allowed to utilize your "O" Club, but when I was wounded in Nov 1970, I spent a couple of nights there before being returned to duty. You are a fantastic group of professionals and we were some of the luckiest pilots in 'Nam to know if we were injured, we were going to get the best treatment possible. Thank you all so very much. Fred Evors Capt.
- Saturday, March 12, 2005 at 19:33:20 (EST)
Earnie Baldridge <ernjan1@msn.com>
Farmington, NM USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Dec 1968-Aug 1969
Association: NCOIC triage/ER
I replaced Ray Force who was at the time the NCOIC of triage. I would like to hear from anyone who served at the 24th with me. Is anyone planning on another reunion? I retired with 26 years in as a CW3 Physician Assistant and now I live in New Mexico and work in an Orthopedic group.
- Sunday, March 06, 2005 at 09:08:19 (EST)
Robert Clatworthy, Jr <BubbaC1870@aol.com>
Butler, PA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Father Served 1968-69
Seeking information on my father, Robert Clatworthy, a Medical Records Clerk. He was a Korean War Veteran (Artilleryman) and had two previous Vietnam Tours prior to coming to the 24th. He was an avid softball player (pitcher and umpire) and I have pics of him playing for the 24th's Team. Please email any info if you know him. He passed away last April.
- Tuesday, March 01, 2005 at 09:35:25 (EST)
David Knotts <david.knotts@us.army.mil>
Phenix City, AL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Aug 69 - May 70
Association: Medic
Worked Pre-op and Recovery and Wards 7 & 8.
- Wednesday, February 23, 2005 at 12:33:41 (EST)
George Cebula <weasday@AOL.COM>
Rockford , IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1967-1968
Association: Medic, patient
I worked the ER with SFC Force and Neuro, Surg. Wards and the POW Ward.
- Wednesday, February 23, 2005 at 07:16:04 (EST)
Ed Lyons <vietnam68tet@cfl.rr.com>
Titusville, FL USA
Another Vietnam Combat Veteran sent me your site. Great Site. I'm still looking around and would like to add you to my links on my Vietnam site. This is something I've always liked: SOLDIER I was that which others cared not to be.I went where others feared to go and did what others failed to do.I asked nothing from those who gave nothing. I reluctantly, accepted the thought of eternal loneliness-should I fail. I have seen the face of terror, felt the chill of fear, warmed to the touch of love. I have hoped, pained, cried. But, foremost, lived in times others would say best forgotten. At the very least, in later days, I will be able to say with greatest pride, That I was indeed, a Soldier!! By: George L. Skypeck 173rd. Airborne Brigade at Dak To TET OFFENSIVE 1968 January 31,1968 God Bless Troop C 3/4 Cavalry 25th Infantry Division, For without them Tan Son Nhut Air Base would have been overrun. I'm Honored to Have Supported them there Co. B 25th Avn Bn Diamond Head Gunship Doorgunner For my friend Edward Pike that give his life that day as our two gunships were flying Air Support Jan. 31, 1968 a day I'll never forget. As Gen. MacArthur Said old Soldiers never Die,they just get a computer!!!!!!then go nut's and go around signing guestbooks LOL and I shall return. Ed
- Monday, February 21, 2005 at 21:38:07 (EST)
Gene Poor <susiegene@aol.com>
Deerfield Beach, FL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1977????
Association: Patient
I need records from when I was at the 24th evac. VA needs proof I was in Viet Nam. How do I get the hospital records. You guys did a great job and I want to thank you all for being there for US.
- Sunday, February 20, 2005 at 08:09:25 (EST)
Vincent I. Osorio <VODO1927@sbcglobal.net>
Vallejo, CA USA
Association: Patient
I was in the 316th APS (Aug 1971 thru March 1972). I was a young Airman in Air Freight. I live in Hercky (spell?)Hill. I had to go to your hospital on the other side (area II) to have twelve stiches done on my head as I walked right into a C130 prop coming off a C141. I remember how well you guys took care of me. I found this site by accident. God bless!
- Sunday, February 13, 2005 at 21:40:47 (EST)
Phill Nowakowski <phill_nowakowski@yahoo.com>
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969 - 1971
Association: Corpsman on Wards 5 & 6
We all are now part of history - a moment in time, that for many, will go unnoticed. But be certain, that for those lives we touched our efforts are our reward as well as our grief.
- Friday, February 04, 2005 at 16:02:04 (EST)
Kernel Haywood <kernelh@usawide.com>
Luling, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June or July 1966
Association: Helped build the hospital.
I was with the 169th Engineers and we started work building those quonset huts, mess hall, water towers, barracks, and sewer, water lines at the 24th Evac. June or July 1966. The pictures of the 24th Evac. looked good.
- Friday, February 04, 2005 at 15:59:19 (EST)
Johnnie Clyde Jackson <fordand44@alltel.net>
Eatonton, GA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1970, Don't remember the month
Association: Patient
I was in 402nd TC and I worked in Cogido 12 hrs a day. I have very fair skin, and while working in the hot sun I was severely burnt by the sun. So I was admitted to the Hospital there at Long Binh. I recall lying on the bed listening to the patient in the bed next to me, he was also there because of the sun exposure. One of the nurses told me he would be going home due to his condition. Hum I said, Uh yall gonna send me home too? She said no, we are going to get you better and send you back in the field. I was saddened. I took it like a man and said ok. Does anybody remember this conversation with me? I had not been 18 very long. I was red as a beet, with blond hair and blue eyes. I want to thank you for taking care of me while I was there in your hospital.
- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at 13:48:26 (EST)
Skip Rozelle <srozelle@houston.rr.com>
Houston, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 28 Jan 1971 - 7 Feb 1971 (?)
Association: Patient
Many belated thanks for the help and treatment of my men. Perhaps unspoken what you folks did for troops was greatly appreciated by all. You should all be very proud. Does anyone know how to reach Nurse Piper (Jane, I believe)?
- Tuesday, January 25, 2005 at 07:34:57 (EST)
Richard Engels <redsledii@aeroinc.net>
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 1968
Association: Patient
After getting a bad infection in my lower left leg, the doctors and nurses helped me beat that infection. I do thank you so very much.
- Friday, January 21, 2005 at 13:50:06 (EST)
John Zenzayer
Charlotte, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1970
Association: Patient for one day
I was stationed at Long Binh, at the 38th bpo. I went to the 24th because of a bad infection of my arms due to festering skin lesions. I was laying on a gurney waiting to get operated on, and remember seeing choppers land and bring in the poor guys from battle, there was so much blood and cries of pain. I felt that what I had was minor compared to their great suffering. I spent 18 months operating between Saigon, Newport Docks, Cholon. Riding in convoys up Hwy 1 we were shelled every other night and had our dining hall trashed one morning before we were in there -thank God. I left in Nov 1970 and went to Germany in two weeks for my remaining six months in service.
- Sunday, December 26, 2004 at 11:29:38 (EST)
Mel Libby
MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sep 1967 - Nov 1968
Association: Corpsman
MERRY CHRISTMAS To all of you.
- Saturday, December 25, 2004 at 14:48:22 (EST)
Dennis Miotto <dmiotto@carolina.rr.com>
Charlotte, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June 1966-July 1967
Association: Corpsman ER
Came over with the original group from San Antonio. I have been associated with many groups since then, but the 24th has always set the standard for excellence. Filled and tossed so many sand bags for about 5 months in 1966, I became the enlisted "strongman". After the hospital opened I ran the Patient Trust Fund in ER, and was in charge of the weapons conex for a short time. I was the unofficial ER translator from January 1967 to June 1967. The last 60 days of my tour I started to read and write Vietnamese.
- Sunday, December 19, 2004 at 18:24:23 (EST)
John Baldwin MD <jnbaldwin@mlode.com>
Twain Harte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1968 - 1969
Association: Surgeon
Received a great letter from Maureen Brigante, wife of 24 Evac patient Andy Brigante, who was there from June 30 to July 8, 1967. He was wounded in his knee, and had Dr. Payne take good care of him. They would like to thank the great guys and ladies who fixed him. This was one year from my tour, so I do not know any of the tremendous staff that were there. If any of you know this patient or his doctor, contact him at his email: domsmema@hotmail.com. Thanks and a great Holiday Season!!! JB
- Saturday, December 04, 2004 at 07:32:19 (EST)
John N. Baldwin, MD <jnbaldwin@mlode.com>
Twain Harte, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1968-1969
Association: Surgeon
On Thanksgiving I always remember 1968 when our teams operated on young Bruce Clark, torn by a hand-grenade, and who emerged from the OR blind, with one arm and half a leg, chest tubes and belly incision. His courage, bravery and sacrifice was beyond the call. His name is on the Wall, and he was from Cumberland, RI.
One of the thousands we cared for and unfortunately, one of the few who did not make it home.
In the years since, I have communicated with his sister Meredith and her husband Jack, who have been most grateful for information on how it all happened.
A book, just recently published, contains 100 prominent people who discuss values, from the Dalai Lama to Arnold Palmer. I am privileged to have written about Bruce Clark and his impact on my life and so many others. Title: "What Do You Stand For?" by Jim Lichtman. Check it out on amazon.com.
All of us who survived this 17 year conflict were changed, lives were destroyed and marriages lost. I tried to find some "good" in it all, and put it in this book for everyone to read.
Great Holidays to you and Bless our Country. John
- Saturday, November 27, 2004 at 16:42:28 (EST)
Joseph Patawaran <jnp1968@msn.com>
Sunset Beach, NC USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1970 - July 1971
Association: Stat. Clerk Registrar Section
Looking for anyone that worked in the Registrar section during this time. Please, Email me as I would love to hear from you guys. This includes the A&D section too.
- Tuesday, November 16, 2004 at 11:46:11 (EST)
Jerome (Jerry) Walker <jkaawalker@sbcglobal.net>
Dallas, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: September 1968 - November 1969
Association: Medic
I worked on Wards 7 and 8. The experience was challenging and something that I will never forget for the rest of my life. I met a lot of good people and would like to know where they are now.
- Monday, November 15, 2004 at 06:11:17 (EST)
William Barry Randolph <barrtrandolph@sbcglobal.net>
Kermit, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: December 14 - 28, 1971
Association: Patient
Admitted with 106 temp. Diagnosed malaria and hepatitis. Treated by a Philapino as well as Americans. Thank you very much. Still cannot donate blood but body has held up to this point. I am looking for a DogHandler from LongBinh (Tim). He was bitten by a spider on patrol. His left side of face was paralized. Nurces stuck with needles and poked at him to no availe. He was in good spirits but couldn`t even drink through a straw. Do not remember Ward # but he was in same time in December 1971. If anyone can remember his last name it would be very much appreciated. Why we or I wait 33 years to look up bros we served with is a wonder. But we never forget. Just like to say WELCOME EVERY BODY.
- Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 14:49:52 (EST)
Jon Hickey <jonhickey@earthlink.net>
Pinegrove, CA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: September 1969
Association: Patient
I was at the 24th the days after Ho Chi Minh died. I thought we had honored a cease fire for him but I remember a lot of casualties coming in there from rocket attacks. One guy I remember, a patient too, had shrapnel wounds on his neck and one in particular on his wrist. The shrapnel hit his watchband and lodged in it, saving his wrist. He made me laugh and that was tough due to the situation around us. I remember a WAC Nurse comforting me as I was coming off the morphine from an appendectomy surgery and there was an understandable move to save the morphine for those poor guys coming in out of the field. It all seems like just yesterday!
- Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 14:47:35 (EST)
Roger Sebring <rkseb708@aol.com>
Clinton Twp, MI USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1971 - 72
Association: Surgical Tech
I was stationed at the 24th only a short time before I was called home by the Red Cross because my mother was dying of cancer and I have carried the guilt of the not completing my tour since that time. To the people that I served with and left behind - I'm sorry.
- Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 14:45:30 (EST)
Jill A. Mishkel <jamishkel@cox.net>
Portsmouth, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1970 - July 1971
Association: Nurse on Wards 5 & 6
Still looking for people!
- Wednesday, November 10, 2004 at 14:43:33 (EST)
Richard King <rking8@houston.rr.com>
Houston, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March 1966 to October 1966
Association: Registrars Office
New e-mail from that posted in a 2001 message. New link to my Vietnam photos form both the 24th Evac Hosp and the 3rd Surg.
- Saturday, October 23, 2004 at 20:49:22 (EDT)
Jim Barker <jbrx2794@neo.rr.com>
Stow, OH USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 69 to May 70
Association: pharmacist, perimeter guard, "unloading"the endless stream of choppers to er,
what a hospital! still beats the hell out of most today...we had a super co claude...name?...all served well through the "horror" of it all..still find myself crying now and then and wonder why?.......................peace....
- Sunday, September 12, 2004 at 03:14:41 (EDT) - Friday, September 10, 2004 at 07:54:10 (EDT)
Bob Milligan <r-milligan@sbcglobal.net>
North Canton, Ohio USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: End of February 1968
Association: Patient
Was at 24th. Evacuation Hospital after receiving wounds in a mess hall at Can Tho during tet 1968. I had just flown a two hour infra red mission in an OV-1 Mohawk in the Can Tho area. The huey cobras were proceeding to the area I photographed prior to me and another observer going to the mess hall at 0200. We were mortared while we were eating in the mess hall. I received shell fragment wounds to my head and right hand. I was medivacked to another location before going to Binh Long hospital. I received surgery at the 24th hospital and then flew out of Ton Son Nute on a C-141 to Japan. Recuperated at Camp Zama Hospital not far from Tokyo. I was with the 244th Aviation Co. (Delta Hawks) at Can Tho for 8 months before getting wounded. My wife and I now live in North Canton, Ohio.
- Wednesday, September 08, 2004 at 22:10:33 (EDT)
Bob Milligan <r-milligan@sbcglobal.net>
North Canton, Ohio USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: March of 1968
Association: Patient
Was wounded in a mess hall on 25 Feb. 68, a mortar hit the roof. I was an airborne sensor on an ov-1 Mohawk. I picked up many hot target on my last flight before getting wounded. I ended up in Canp Zama, Japan Hospital. Was discharged at Oakland, Calif. on 25 May 1968. I was with the 244th Aviation Co. at Can Tho in the Mekong Delta. Our Unit was called the DELTA HAWKS. Now belong to the OV-1 Mohawk Association. Had surgery on my hand at the 24th. Evacuation Hospital and a fragment was removed from my hand. Worked 26 years with the USDA as a loan officer. Now have a lawn care business in Ohio. I also had a head wound on my left temple that was repaired in Japan.
- Thursday, September 02, 2004 at 01:07:12 (EDT)
Bill Zedler <bill@billzedler.org>
Arlington, TX USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: June of 68 to June of 69
Association: Personnel Officer
I have signed up before, but my email address has changed. Thank you for the website. [Previous entries updated/Webmaster]
- Monday, August 30, 2004 at 20:33:04 (EDT)
Kenneth P Butke LTC RET
Springfield, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969 -1970
Association: Registrar
Because of Tom Ferri's interest in Ltc Ruth Webster I did some research and found out that she died last year in Australia. She went there after retirement because she enjoyed her R&R there from Vietnam. She had cancer. She enjoyed her time there and sent personal information to the Army Nurse Corps newspaper. I know Tom would join me is saying that she exemplified the very best that The Army Nurse Corps had to offer.
- Monday, August 30, 2004 at 14:26:01 (EDT)
Tom Ferri <tomann63@joimail.com>
Browns Mills, NJ USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1968 - 1969
Association: NCOIC -OR Tech- 6pm - 6am
LTC Ruth WEBSTER was my boss and the BEST nurse I ever met in the US Army or for that matter ANYWHERE! What a professional!! Great team in the OR and made many great friends, regrettably have only had contact with one of the team since NAM. But who knows, this entry may work!!
- Thursday, August 26, 2004 at 01:26:09 (EDT)
Kenneth P Butke LTC RET <kbutke@cox.net>
Springfield, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1969 - 1970
Association: REGISTRAR
This is a response to WILLIAM MAHNKEN (below). Allegations regarding theft of personal property should have been made at the time of discharge from the hospital. There was also a chain of command within the 9th Infantry Division that could have provided you with assistance regarding your allegations. Unfortunately, there is nothing that can be done at this point in time to investigate or substantiate your allegations.
- Tuesday, August 03, 2004 at 08:36:10 (EDT)
Robert W Williams <N5576Q@aol.com>
Portland, TN USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Feb 69 - Apr 70
Association: Nurse Anesthetist
Was at the reunion in DC. It was a fantastic experience. I would love to hear from anyone that was at the 24th.
- Sunday, August 01, 2004 at 22:41:15 (EDT)
painting <Machinetop@yahoo.com>
San Diego, CA USA
Great Site! I love it. I'll be back soon!
- Friday, July 30, 2004 at 23:24:37 (EDT)
William Mahnken <BILLMAH@COMCAST.NET>
Long Branch, NJ
I was at the 24th Evac from: Feb 3 1967
Association: Patient
I was med evac from 9th Inf. Area of Op .in the Delta with my squad. I was hit on the right side of my neck. When they checked me in there was a Spec.4 with red hair, I gave him my wallet, gold chain with gold cross, comb and my 9th Infantry Div gold ring he put them in a brown envelope and put it in the safe. I stayed in there for 2 weeks. When I was discharged they gave me the contents of the envelope and the comb was the only thing that I got back, robbed by people that were supposed to be friendly. I would like to find my ring if anybody knows of it's whereabouts. I would like to have it back. It's only been 37 years thank you. Thank you. [ See reply above by Kenneth P Butke LTC RET]
- Wednesday, July 28, 2004 at 11:53:58 (EDT)
Blga R. Bradley <olga.r.bradley@us.army.mil>
My last name while in Vietnam was: Ramirez
Salado, TX
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 1968 - May 1969
Association: Nurse
Worked with Mel Libby, Chris Cook, Richard Dunn and others on Wards 5-6.
- Monday, July 26, 2004 at 17:07:45 (EDT)
Frank Makinster <frankmakinster@yahoo.com>
Cedar Falls, IA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: May 26 ,1968 to June 1, 1968
Association: Patient
On May 26th A bunker collapsed on three of us at B bat 2nd of the 40th,199th. I'm trying to locate a Ronald W. Gallo from Ct.!!! A VA form list him as having some knowledge about My injury. Most noticed was My right lung had deflated, And during the night a nurse told Me it was refilling with air(sounded like a balloon being filled with air). My back I received compensation for But my right hip area they reject for lack of proof. What became of the medical records of 24th evac? I was in ward 13 register no 13274. Thank you for your help Past and Present. Best Regards, Frank Makinster
- Friday, July 16, 2004 at 14:10:09 (EDT)
Paul
My last name while in Vietnam was: Mayfield
East St. Louis, IL USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1970
Association: Medical Corpsman, Wards 9 & 10
- Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at 15:25:21 (EDT)
Gregory M Stotts Sp5
I was at the 24th Evac from: 2 Dec 1970
Association: Wounded
i was struck by the tail rotor of a cobra. The skill and love and prayers of the 24th saved my life. Thank you for all the skill an kindness yall showed me. It was such a change when I went to Japan where their work load was so much lighter than yall were but your care an kindness was far above theirs. God bless all of you who served so noble.
- Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at 06:43:56 (EDT)
Michael L. Wolfe<dwolfe710@aol.com>
Beaver Dam, KY USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: 1971-72
Association: medic ambulance section
Would like to hear from anyone.
- Monday, July 12, 2004 at 13:03:40 (EDT)
Jill A. Mishkel <jamishkel@cox.net>
Portsmouth, VA USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: July 1970 to July 1971
Association: Nurse - Ward 5 & 6
Still seems like a dream on some days, and on others, like it was yesterday. Lots of people I'd like to find. Good health to all!
- Monday, July 12, 2004 at 12:03:12 (EDT)
Mary Ann Dennis <madennis@netnitco.net>
Crown Point, IN USA
Association: Wife
I want to thank all the men and women who served and are serving our country. This is your day today, we celebrate you. My husband was with the first unit at 24th Evacuation Hospital and helped build it. Just want to say to all job well done. God bless you, Mary Ann Dennis
- Sunday, July 04, 2004 at 23:22:08 (EDT)
Ken Bowen <kmmpbow@aol.com>
Lakewood , CO
I was at the 24th Evac from: Feb 1967 - Jan 1968
Association: X-ray Tech
A slight correction for my friend Mel and also Danny Cunningham. The CO was COL GI Baker and the SMAJ was Crawford.
- Saturday, July 03, 2004 at 00:42:58 (EDT)
Mel Libby
Durand, Mich USA
I was at the 24th Evac from: Sept 1967 to Nov 1968
Association: Corpsman Nerosurgery
Hello all~~I was just checking for any new updates and came across something I hadn't seen before. For the year 1967 there's 4 pics on Gen Westmoreland. The one with the Gen, Col Crawford & SGM Baker.In the rear on the right is Ken Lattin (clerk from Calif) and next to him with camera is myself. I remember taking pictures that day and have a few ~~some similar to the ones by Daniel Cunningham. I had to look twice and zoom a little to be sure it was me -- cuz back then I had "dark" hair and more of it!! Take care---Mel
- Thursday, July 01, 2004 at 19:27:43 (EDT)
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