Book Signings The 14th and the 296th were right next to each other. honor platoon every week expect one. I would like to find the group pictures of B-3-2 group during that time. Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA. My dad was a DS in Fort Lewis at that time. Depression I was in E-1-1. Where were you from? I was in E-5-2 from October of 1970 to February of 1971. He is a black man. 8th Brigade Army ROTC . Teddy Fisher October 2012 1970 February 9 to April 3 C42 anyone know me? As soon as we transferred to the newer, 3-story buildings for BT, the IG inspection came there and it was cleaning time again. Lucius Thomas. thanks for the info Dale..I guess the days of a visitors pass is out also, Recently, four months ago I was traveling south from a Seattle with my 15 year old grandson and decided to pull off at Steilicomb exit and give him a tour of old North Fort Lewis. I was there from Nov.1968 to April 1969.I was in training company D-2-1.One of the D.I.s that I remember was Sgt.Dalhover.If anyone remembers that winter, it was on of the worst ones in 50 years or so we were told.Some training was cancelled on account of the snow.That and the rain made our training miserable.What made it bearable was the camaraderie as we were mostly from the Bay Area and like the saying goes misery loves company. Like many older Army bases around the country, Fort Lewis built many structures with asbestos. Does anyone remember my father Arthur Swanson? Then later, when I came back to the states in 76, I was with 268th signal (at Ft Lewis) who just happened to be using the same building B-1-1 used to be. Fagan was an acting E-5 and a dick. I remember the Soldier who died in the motor pool. First basic trainees they had had #1 Fort-Lewis 47.083027,-122.561378 Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Pierce County, Washington, United States of . Drill SGT BEAN bunch of us from Sacramento and San Francisco. Click the link above to receive alerts about JBLM and Pierce County area emergencies. B-1-1 WE ARE THE BEST, THE HELL WITH THE REST! Had a good job and lived in Lakewood. From May 1969 thru October 1969 for Basic Training and Advanced Infantry Training. B Company BCT, 23 Sept 1968 A-3-1. When you saw a bunk mattress rolled up they did not come back. Michael: No offense but it was not the 3rd platoon of B-1-1 in August of 1969 that had a kegger in the woods. Guys from all over. but I was there FEB 18, 1969' thru Basic Training then stayed there (no leave) for AIT 11B Infantry training, then to Vietnam. I don't remember his name. Blue Summit Realty & Property Management. The two bases merged in 2010. It was a beautiful place and a big change from Santa Monica. Looking for pictures of Basic Training Unit A-3-2 May '69 thru Sept.'69. The majority of our staff is either military spouses or dependents who can relate to the joy and stress of a military move. Ft Lewis was kind of a dreary place anyway, but standing there listening to names being called was kind of weird. I've learned from the comments that most of the barracks have been demolished over the years. Buddies in basic Sparling and Shoemaker. Randy, hope you get this. Most of my basic buddies were scattered and didnt get sent to Nam due to the desclation of troops. I was one of his Squad leaders. Force marches in rubber boots. D-1-1 april 69 . I was there March 13 through May 1970. Half my platoon were all California ( Im native) and the other all northeast areas mostly poor uneducated. Learn more. Correction. We could run forever and not feel the pain. I was drafted. I never imagined that I would complete a career as an enlisted draftee, but I was continuously offered advanced school programs D-3-2 Jan 68 March 68. December 2013 Brittany's Gourmet Coffee, 690 Barnes Blvd, Lewis McChord, WA 98438. Do you recall? Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. The commander of Nursing Services a Lt Col was alway after me to transfer to Nursing Services. BCT Feb 18, 1968 D-2-1, Platoon # 134. If you were sick, you were a malingerer. We graduated basic in a snow storm in fatigues. Had a good friend Carl Robert's, after basic went to 543 supply co, and then to 63rd ord co until Jan 22 1971. Bungee cord was DI. Joint Base Lewis McChord, WA. I watched as maybe 15 or 20 dudes dropped their stuff into the bag. Anyone have a copy of Basic Training Graduation picture of A-3-2 in July 1969? We remembered each other from basic training and had a good time reminiscing about some of the things that went on. Back in the day when everyone had a prefix in their service number. Phillips noticed what I had done. People without a Washington State Enhanced Drivers License or ID must provide one of the following forms of ID to get a base pass: I still have nightmares about him. Steve Almond Anyone remember? I was trying to remember my experience as a 17 year old during that period in my life. Find similar educational institutions in Washington on Nicelocal. Retirement and Weltschmerz. Surprised to see entry on someone who remembers Fagan as he was memorable. Not on either of my 214s. Rocky, you and I were there at the same time. June 69 to Sept 69 Infantry AIT. Signed up in San Antonio, Tx. It is indeed a historic place. Learned what a front leaning rest was right away. Had basic with a short guy named Lonnie Watters from Spokane. Oct 71 to Dec 71 C-3-2 2nd Plt Sgt Folmer DI Fort Lewis Barracks. Microphone I was there in April-May 1971. As a civilian again, I drove through Fort Lewis a couple of times and looked over the old BCT area. John Titone Troops were using them for city warefare training. ", "Boocoo Dinky Dow: My short, crazy Vietnam War, Vietnam Helicopter Crew Members Association. Shepard, tough but fair. Tripler Army Medical/Fort Shafter IHG Army Hotels Building 228 IHG Army Hotels Building 719. Veterans Day Doesn't surprise mewe were eating Beanie Wienies in C-rations we got in Nam that they quit making in 1949. U.S. Government issued, authenticated Federal PIV credentials, I recently took a tour with my grandson. Phillip, I was just before you in D-2-2, having started in January 1970, just as the meningitis outbreak hit. They now fall under the authority of the Army and are referred to as Joint Base Lewis-McChord. Moore for my book. I hope you get a chance to read "Boocoo Dinky Dow" Grady's experiences at Fort Lewis are a big part of the story. My DI was Sergeant Certiza. Joint Base Lewis-McChord Drafted Jan 1971. Pamela Sleezer, Joint Base Lewis-McChord Public Affairs on Feb. 23rd, 2023. First thing, he took us to the PX and said we could buy anything we wanted. Dennis Harris I cant help but wonder what ever happened to these individuals. I remember on the day before graduation Fagan screamed his men into marching order and took them into the forest where he had kegs of beer waiting for them. I let my boys climb on the old ropes. This page will introduce newcomers to all JBLM has to offer. I dug so many holes, I wore out the heel on my left shoe. Washington is one of five states (along with Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri and New Mexico) that do not comply with this law. I wish I had more information to give you. Jane Cherney ABOUT 90 additional RA Enlistees from the Mid West States joined us in E-2-1 ON 11 Sept '71. The night we came in, we were ordered to clean that court from snow with our tiny shovels, and another taller drill sargeant who looked like a Great Dane atop a platform and silhouetted against the morning sky, barking orders at us! Got my covid shots at the VA clinic here in the Villages,Fl. B-2-2 Drill Sgt. Al. Sgt. I hope you or someone else can help me connect the dots, my memory not too good anymore. A black guy named Pennington always called me Country, didnt start out too well but we became friends. . March 2015 His friends called him "Rod." Had to keep the clip in a holder on your belt under your coat. Could never really get warm.rain and snow most of the time.sad to see the old barracks torndown I guess it's progress. Tacoma, Seattle, Portland, the gorge all these have so much to offer as far as music, museums, outdoor activities, etc. Also had a Sgt. I was in c 3 2 April 68 to June. In his graduation photo, it says D Co 2nd platoon. I was there the same as you. D Block was demolished in 2019. Echo Company, First Batallion, First Brigade. Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433 Phone: 1 (253) 966-8456 Lewis Main Commissary Hours Sunday - 1000 to 1900 Monday through Saturday - 0900 to 2000 McChord Field Commissary 577 Lincoln Blvd. Fort Lewis would have a grand and stately appearance. Mine was E6 John Trainor, 3 time Nam vet. From May, 1966 to June, 1972, Fort Lewis trained 302,000 soldiers and deployed them overseas, including the 4th and 9th Divisions. I was with Linstead when we came back and saw your work.I was a holdover.finally assigned to the Army Security Agency trained at Fort Ord and eventually they sent me to NAM as everyone was coming home. The C-5 mock up by the ranges is still there. A final prewar (1938-1940) spurt of construction gave Fort Lewis 455 permanent and temporary structures worth fifteen million dollars. Enjoyed the time up there and had a great group of guys, especially with us being all from Hawaii. Audiobook Drill instuctors were Colvin and Carter. I lost all my military records. His name was Sanford Rogers. 2:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. I was in B 5 2 Jan 70 for Basic Road Runner Platoon. The corporal will go to the NCO training school while the specialist might not. For the full list of federal holidays, visit the OPM website. Had BCT at Ft. Benning, E-11-3, Harmony Church, Drill Sgt. Bill, I was in basic same Aug 1970 to Dec. D42 dont remember the DI' s name. Sad to hear they will be demolished. Home on leave for 30 days and off to The 7th Inf Div in Korea where I spent the rest of my hitch. Left Nov/1970. I was in D-2-2. I am looking for my Basic Training graduation picture, (July 1969), if someone has a copy. DIs Brochette and Collins, C-4-2 Charging Charlie DS Mouton, we called ourselves Mouton's Raiders, Should have expanded a little, Aug 1970-Oct 1970, C-4-2, Chargin Charlie, DIs SSG Collins, a good man, and SGT Brochette. You must have been in the 1st, 2nd or 4th platoon. Most beautiful sunrise I have seen was there. After AIT is did a tour in Vietnam Nam. The first new three-story barracks quadrangle opened on November 29, 1927, housing a field artillery regiment, today buildings 2019, 2020, and 2021 between Montana Street (now Pendleton Street) and California (Liggett Street). Basic training Jan 1970 Jan thru March. Can't believe I made it through all that. Was in B-1-1 April 1968. I was there February 1971 B11. I was drafted August 28,1968 houses in Ere Drill Sgt Leheigh It was miserable it rained almost everyday. was in B-1-1 with DI David Estes next door to Fagan. I cannot find a class picture and need assistance, If anyone has a photo or know where I can find one, I would appreciate it. But that said, what is needed to be done has to be done. My wife is a big Twilight Saga fan. I ended up becoming a Deuce and 1/2 driver for AIT and drove the guys out to the field. June to September. 54 Echo stationed at Ft Lewis 1982. Hernandez, other DS was Fagan. Office wanted someone with a degree so I stayed until offered a six month early out because of the RIF in 1972. Carroll McInroe It was the A12 version, green with a black fiberglass hood and a 440 6 pack. Support for the base and services for military personnel . Drill Sgt. Located at 368 38th Street, Astoria, Oregon, it is easily the most famous spot where they filmed. Soot from heating was terrible. Hey Dan. Had to sleep with the windows open. Wallace. Remember that? I received basic training starting February 14th 1968 at North fort lewis. I think I started in January, 1971. Bush Hat While at Lewis I develop a respiratory infection that August and spent two days at Madigan. I never went home after Basic, we just marched across the parade field to our AIT (Infantry training) for another 8 weeks then went home for less than 30 days then flown back to Fort Lewis (McCord AFB) where we were flown to South Vietnam Yes it was a memory I will never forget. 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