Drill Sergeant Davila. A-2-3 Jan - Mar 1969. Veterans My cycle was the first to use the buildings in 25 years. All of that, cold, rainy, bitterly cold, everyone sick as hell. Still looking for some of my buddies that were in A/3/2 with SGTS. I was in 2nd plt. Army decided that they would let me stay in Hawaii at the reserve center, so I didn't get back to Ft Lewis to join back up with the company. Does anybody have anymore info for me? Wallace. About eight guys from ND and MN showed up there at the same time. Remember the winter of 69,was supposed to do BCT at ft. BLISS TX. One wool blanket. Training Company E-3-1. The inspection of our bunks was so rigid that most of us made up our bunks to specification, and then slept on top of that in our full gear so we would not mess it up when we got up in the morning. Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA. We had a Sgt (a Black man) Basic training June '68 - Aug. '68. Thanks , I was flown to February 2013 June to September. 360-688-4073. SFC Jones and his Platoon SGTS were Positively Motivated and determined to help each trainee to maximize everything taught, learned and applied for immediate and future application/use. Gietsen we ran rings around them. Even though we didnt remember where they were, we found them easily just because we marched those streets. June/69-Aug/69. Krfp Radio Much more relaxed and zero week again plus Field Medic crash course in 10 weeks. It would be nicevto hear from anyone that remembered my Dad. Basic and meningitis together was not a happy time. There were once 5,000 of these buildings. B-3-1 Sep-Nov 70. Basic was hard and they kept you scared and on your toes all the time. John..I also did BCT with B-1-1, but in June of 71. U.S. Army Basic Combat Training, Ft. Lewis, Washington "I enlisted in the Army on February 19, 1968. I hated all of it but my memory is such that it is, surprisingly, still clear. I didnt pre plan the visit, perhaps I guy could do that and get a advance background check. Not too many Canadians in basic, but didnt know any better at that age. Thank you. That Sixth Army patch probably came from Fort Lewis. Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433 Hours: Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 . Sept - Dec 1968. Realistic training to help us survive later on. Cold wet and frozen. He was a bad ass, but he sure could sing. 1499 Washington Boulevard Fort Eustis, VA 23604-5534 E-mail: usarmy.jble.3-mp-gp.list.eustis@army.mil Phone: 757-878-4811 DSN: 826. In his graduation photo, it says D Co 2nd platoon. 564th Quartermaster Company 18th Street . The afternoon we arrived was sobering for sure. Also Danny Solley from Atlanta, TX. Californian Mod Squad. They now fall under the authority of the Army and are referred to as Joint Base Lewis-McChord. We had to get up and go stand in formation before dawn forever it seemed, and then PT and running took up the rest of the day. Bravo! We had guys come from basic at other posts to our AIT (B-2-3) company and because of Drill Sgt. I still have fatigues in a box in my garage which were washed and starched heavily at Ft Sam Houston in 1970; still stiff. He said he ran his duty rosters from Z to A because of that. Drill Sgt Dennison / Captain J.E. I was in Inf AIT and saw Drill Sgt Gietsen yelling at some basic trainees doing pushups. My picture was missed placed yrs ago so i dont have it to look at to recall those days. 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Since our BTC was the first ALL Volunteer group to cycle through Ft Lewis, the Cadre did not meds with us at all day or night. Works under moderate supervision to set objectives for own job area. I remember the low crawl pit, standing in the rain and snow at 5 ama 20 mile night march with 85 lb packsthe silence on the bus on our way.the long flight to the Nam on a stretch 8.and finally an exit from the madness.to face the impossible task of putting your life back togetherI am not home yet. I sauntered in and hid my loot on top of the ventilation ducting over the toilets. Click on the link for more information. Woke up with snow on our heads a couple of times. AIT D-3-3 Infantry, I took basic at Fort Lewis: October, November of 1970 w/ A41. Did 3 years, wanted to do 20 but my family came first so did great anyway. I served 18 months and 5 days. The whole platoon was from Chicago. That guy followed me to Vietnam and then to Germany! ABOUT 90 additional RA Enlistees from the Mid West States joined us in E-2-1 ON 11 Sept '71. Nearby government services. If I had still been in training, I would have been recycled. Drill Sergeant Kihiki Next time I vacation up there Ill preplan and also bring my passport. I I I I I cant help but wonder what ever happened to these individuals. My mistake didn't mean to do it. Anyone remember??? Grady Myers We had the meningitis restrictions also back in 1966 too. He was my drill sergeant in boot camp in 1970 and looking for some information for a Little Help from the Army which I've never had, D-2-7. Not so much. They'll have a special story time, crafts and games. Pots and Pans..! I remember the old Baracks. After AIT is did a tour in Vietnam Nam. So naturally I thought it was great. 7ID History: Operation Just Cause - 32 Years Ago Today December 20, 2021. (Survivor of the battle of Hue). Snack bar and PX accross the street but was off limits . Later levied twice for VN but both levies rescinded. Got a 6 month early out and ended up serving 18 mos. I ended up becoming a Deuce and 1/2 driver for AIT and drove the guys out to the field. Timeline Attributes. Gerber was Company Cdr. Ken Rodgers He was tough but fair and an awesome teacher. BCT, 23 Sept 1968 A-3-1. Related to Judy Davidson | David Ricks | Janet Davidson | Joseph Davidson | Laura Davidson. Opened in 2008 we are the only privately owned boarding facility on a military post in the U.S. B-2-2 Drill Sgt. I have forgotten! Very tough time in basic if you weren't in shape coming in. Came down with pneumonia 2 weeks before graduation. 1968 C-1-1 Sargent Potter, E-5 and Sargent Davis E-6. Began BCT June 1969 in B-1-1 starring DI Robert P Fagan (RIP, Texas) I was at Ft Ord, Ft Sam Houston, and CINCPAC HI Still have pictures, a handful of the gray stones covering the base and an ashtray I stole from the back of the messhall. Did not have Blood or Thomas as DI, I am looking for a dear friend of mine that was my buddy in 1970 at Fort Lewis Washington I believe Bobby was his first name and my drill sergeant was Fasano, drafted jan 20 1968 basic training ft lewis washington have know idea, I got drafted in 1969 and went in you 1970 when it was nice and cold when I arrived at the airport in my shorts and short-sleeve I asked my buddy what's that white stuff like that because I came from where was never snowed never forget that, hey dave young do you know anything about 1968 1st platoon 35 engineers c company at fort lewis washington, Sgt. Memorial Day Randy, hope you get this. I wish I had waited for his laundry to finish to see the results. Dong Tam, May 1969 to MACV Tm 75, 7th ARVN Div Recon Co., flew home Thanksgiving Day 1969. Teddy Fisher We were part of the Americal Division and up in I Corp above Chu Lai Got in country July 69 and back to the states July 70 I had 5 months left in the Army and I will be damned if they did not send me back up to Fort Lewis There I was assigned to the 3rd Armoured CAV as the Training NCO lived off base with my wife and actually had a pretty good time. BCT D-3/1, Inf AIT D-2/3. My father, SSG Robert Warren, was a drill instructor from 1966-1969 D co. 4/2 at North Fort. Nov 1970 - Jan 1971, A-1-1, DI SSGT Delano. I am assuming he trained here? I am amazed that you remembered me, Troy. Sgt. I'm trying to see if I can find somebody that remembers me I went by the name of Leo am I drill sergeants for Fasano he took me downtown to the racetrack one time and and then we went down to Pike Street in Seattle and he showed me the downtown area I think if I could get a little help to find him I could probably receive Little Help from the Army we say destroyed my knee when I was there but I decided to go home instead of getting operated on. If any guys from Alpha One One Jan 71 see this send me an email at slorazorsedge@aol.com. Did you make the trip to Fort Lewis? I watched as maybe 15 or 20 dudes dropped their stuff into the bag. This change affects companies with employees who need unescorted access to JBLM or YTC. Drill Sargeant Moore, Sgt Heimie, Cpl Atchison. Lucky break being home. I had basic training there 1969 from fort Lewis I went to fort ord California for infantry training and leadership School. I was in B-5-1 (if I remember correctly) and we were in 2 story barracks with double bunk arrangement, with a shower and bathroom on the first floor. I was in 3rd platoon B-5-1 13th basic cycle the name Swanson does sound familiar I have a picture of the platoon with our DI I'll have to check it out and see if I can read the name on his field jacket. Names I remember, David Smith from Lewiston, Idaho and I remember getting my ass kicked by another trainie from Tx. About a decade ago i drove through the post. I was in E-1-1 from Sept 1969 to Dec. basic training helped me survive. Christmas Day, 1944: 7ID, U.S. Prody, Doug (Peterson??) We saw a guy in the next barracks, being carried out on a stretcher, dead. His saying was "What is the spirit of the bayonet" answer "to KILL". Trainor was God sent for me learned lessons that carried me through life up to today. 10 residents linked to the property at 2582 Mann Ave - Find owner, businesses, contact information, property data, public records, neighbors, and more 1970 February 9 to April 3 C42 anyone know me? Our guard commander at the Stockade was Sgt. We had Drill Sgts. At some point in all of that, he was promoted to sergeant Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433-9500 Phone: 253-967-3151 DSN: 357. I ended up leaving early because my grandfather passed away. The commander of Nursing Services a Lt Col was alway after me to transfer to Nursing Services. 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The obstacle course by it is gone. May 2013 Saved my life. 54 Echo stationed at Ft Lewis 1982. U.S. ARMY INSTALLATION MANAGEMENT COMMAND, "We Are the Army's Home - Both served in World War ll. I was in E-1-1. Cpl Bluitt was our Platoon DI. A-4-2 Basic Training Aug-Oct 1970. We were there longer because of the IG inspection. Little Elk. I was in B-5-2 from January 23, 1969, to around 1st of April 1969, then off to Ft. Ord. I was drafted right after college. Drill SSG Burton was something else..! (not it was a bad habit which I broke long ago but forced cessation the first day of basic wasn't the way to do it. I assume it was sent out but I just flat don't recall and now I'm curious. Boocoo Dinky Dow Posted: November 02, 2022. Never knew his first name, would love to track him down and but him a beer or three if he is still around. D52 all the way. I remember seeing those barracks when we lived on post. Graduation April 1969' and a whole bunch of us marched directly across the parade field to AIT all 11B's would like to find these guys I have photo's of basic and a few of AIT drop me a line. Guest Readers Thanks, Sgt Lamb was our DI April to July 1969. Vietnam Helicopter Crew Members Association Evan, you are so spot on about how our days were spent . If any of my brothers remember me as there DS get in touch with me.be nice to chat. Candlewood Suites on Fort Carson, CO . (Drill SGT;s Forcade and Graves) I would gladly pay for one.. Suspect that may have been a standard line for the Top. Correction. Hi Travis, I was in Basic Training and AIT up at Fort Lewis from Feb 18th, 1969 thru July 1969 My MOS was 11B which was the Infantry and yes I went right to Vietnam in July 69 I remember a guy with the last name Hollingsworth. Had a Sgt. Finished two weeks early and got sent to Ft. Gordon, Georgia for 05Charlie school, radio-teletype. We were under quarantine for spinal meningitis. Beady eyed Zeeks made me laugh so hard I had to do push ups. He also had a cool toughed up mustang. Hate to see them go, though; they were symbolic of a no-frills draft-era army where creature comforts for the troops were not a consideration. Moore for my book. New housing planned for 2027. Nobody stopped me when ai drove in then.but I did not stop for the guard. I was in E-4-1(When the Going Gets Tough, The Tough Get Going: E-4-1) on North Fort Lewis for basic from July to Sept 1971. AKA Hodge Philadelphia.7/9/1969 Basic training at Fort Bragg NC. Jan-Feb 1968. Thank you for your time. We did go home over Christmas.. Lon Reed. Culture shock for a bunch of surfer boys. Had come from Germany as a kid. Jeffrey Fellin Posted: February 14, 2023. (BCT) USATC INFANTRY. Reunion Graves, in fact I have a photo of him. Our senior DS was named Vargas who rumor had it had been in the Olympics as a long distance runner. Can't find much on D-2-1..Greatly appreciate any assistance. 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