2. At 75 years of age I must say I have been very fortunate to be served very well by the Youngstown, Ohio (Belmont Avenue VA, outpatient Clinic). Ramp 5060 is entirely within the 500 meter drift zone. To all my brothers,WELCOME HOME!! I served @ HHD 9th Logistical Command, in Korat, Thailand Jul 1964-1965. In my case, it went back to my late husbands date of death. I had bladder cancer, filed a claim, was turned down because I did not known where I was on the base at the time I filed. Im looking for anyone who remember working with my dad. They sprayed AO around the entire fence area. Service in Ubon, Thailand 1965 437th MAC. I remember the smell of insecticide or some chemical. I was TDY at Udorn sometime between September 66 and December 67 as a radio repairman on the RF101c Voodoo. My boots on the Ground on a recovery in country has no documentation as it was done under the cover of night to recover a aircraft that had an engine failure. and seeking contact from my work buddies, James Haley (WI); James Hall, (TX); Ron Oleson (WI); Steve Miller (Boston) and Ivan Huff (ID). I agree with the #1 person on this blog! Thank you for all this great blog. Was in ubon 1968 497th tac f4 crew chief tail #823, Any body from 325th signal bat. In 2016 I was denied service connection for hypothyroidism, but it is now presumptive and being re-adjudicated. This lack of concern and out right lies by the Gov. The way my research has shown, all servicemen that flew out of Travis AFB by commerical travel stopped in Viet Nam and had to get off plane for refueling, my case I switched planes to military aircraft. I worked at the Vayama ammunition Depot during my tour of duty. The Veterans Adm. agreed from the beginning that my husband was in the right places, at the right times, doing the right jobs to be exposed to AO. Dont give up. This is the first I have heard about possible AO exposure in Thailand for some who served there, depending on their MOS / AFSC, or requirements to work perimeters. I never heard that on be. If anyone has information on Agent Orange that proves that AO was there during that time frame, that information would be greatly appreciated. The Intelligence Officer from Vp49 in 1968 turned me on to our spot on the base. Never considered AO as the issue. Stated there might shift flight line and remember spraying different areas. I was in the 417TFS. The Fire Station number one Crash station was in outer perimeter. I Michael E Schellerer was a B-52 D crew chief on 0100 and others witch later on ended up in Guam on a pedestal at the entrance to GUAM AFB. The VA report turned me down because According to the report, just because you stopped by to get gas, it doesnt mean boots on the ground. I think some of the reviewers like to insult and degrade people even though they are seen as ignorant by people who were there and actually served. During the Vietnam War our first American squadron assigned at Udorn RTAFB were primarily TDY personnel from the 5th Tactical Group, Don Muang RTAFB at the Bangkok Air Port , who were known at Udorn RTAFB as the 333th Air Base Squadron (ABS), in October 1964. Some aircraft carry nosearts which means that the photo must have been taken in 1967 (Thanks to Rodney Trimble). The VA should be ashamed for the poor service they provide the veterans and also for working so hard to deny us these disability entitlements. I also worked on the flight line working on the AC-130s but the VA didnt care one bit.. yesterday i received my summery of case with a flat denial on my second appeal.. I have Coronary Artery Disease, COPD and Psoriasis on my right hand. This progressed to bladder cancer,2 brain tumors, and a epitheliod sarcoma on his leg. This Camp was home to the 809th Eng Bn, It was also home to the 57th Light Maint. If this statement were true, then AF soldiers who were on those planes would meet the boots on the ground test, which is the defining test for the Nehmer class members. Any type of work other than my assigned AFAC. I am trying to find out what they sprayed the antenna field with to keep the weeds down. Udorn RTAFB, Perimeter Tower. Thank you, Looking for any info on when the 354 th TFS was there at that time to prove boots on the ground. I remember coming in from post, and shining,in the moon light, coated with the shit, we use a pesticide, to dip our dogs in (malathion), now that also is a big health issues. I WAS STATIONED IN Danang FOR MOST OF MY TOUR. Brothers in arms its all about the money they dont want to admit we were exposed just like the Blue water navy and boots on the ground vets. If anyone knows the location of this computer system please contact me. That he personally killed four. ASA units in Thailand, clarified by Gary Kay: The 5th RRU was there first, of course, and it morphed into the 83rd RRSOU, still in Bangkok. One last thing. it was a raidar site. plus he would fly in to Vietnam but the VA couldnt find any thing about that plus they were shot down over Laos and was on the ground hiding for 12 hours. I was in the 56FMS in 71-72 and 73-74.I was in the Hydraulic shop at that time. No one knows where his file is for me to see if I qualify for DIC. Most of us young airmen were required to train for and deployed to perimeter as part of base security. I have stage 4 kidney disease as well. our K9 dogs, who were left,,, cause of agent orange,, They would have been a good indicator,as what was used, in the name of war!! I do have a DD 214. Best of luck to those in pursuit of a fair settlement. I have not filed as I dont live in the USA. I saw the barrels often with lids off in storage area as well as it being sprayed on the perimeter during the time I performed compass swings as part of my job. I was also told if I get cancer I qualify anyone have any information please contact me. I was a mechanic/crew chief/flight engineer on a Kaman HH43B. We also took our r and r in Udorn. I dont remember landing in Vietnam. I was stationed at NKP Thailand from March 1974 to March 1975 with the 6908th Security Squadron. My primary posts were: The MARS hill (it was devoid of any high grass for about 30 to 50 yards down from the fence line. Served at Tahkli Air Base 1965/66. The aircraft was flown by Capt. Went to U-Tapao airbase weekley for supplies. First claim denied. MOST WERE TYPHOON RELATED. Was volunteeredto crew a ORH C-123 through UDorn eventually to Buen Hoa and others in Vietnam. I was stationed at Don Maung RTAFB Dec 24,1966. I would like to get in touch with veterans that were stationed at these two bases. I went TDY to Phitsanoluk Thailand for 2weeks 50 caliber machine gun training. 1964: . 2005 WCS Gorilla Reunion. My question: What are the duties my brother most likely carried out? I was stationed at U-Tapao Royal Thai Navy Base from June 1972 to June 74.I was assigned to NKP 01 Oct 75. The base was surrounded by jungle. Over the years have suffered and getting worse I would like to hear from others on how they are doing. 6.Any photos of the tanker trucks that sprayed the base or photos of men spraying the perimeter fencing, yep, I have sent those in with claims, too. These problems didnt occur until years later after I got out of the Air Force in 1980. My family and I would greatly appreciate any information you would be willing to share. AGAIN, ANY INFORMATION ABOUT AGENT ORANGE AT UBON RTAFB FROM 11/1968 TO 11/1969 WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!!!!! I was stationed at the 7th RRFS, 05H, June 71 to Jun 73 did two tours there. I spent four to six hours a day in Da Nang or Bien Hoa. I was with the 7th RRFS, 05H, from June 71 to June 73. I just received a VA letter dated Feb 6, 2023 that states If you were previously denied for disability compensation benefits, you may now be eligible and are encouraged to apply if you performed covered service in the following locations during the specified timeframes: Thailand at any U.S. or Royal Thai base during the period beginning Jan 9, 1962 and ending June 30, 1976, regardless of where on the base you were located or what specialty you performed. Im not trymg to blaim anyone because it was their job. I did not find anyone I knew on this listing, but I came across Jackie McKenzie who wanted to get certain info about her husbands locations on base. God Bless All. Have an ischemic heart problem which resulted in a massive heart attack. I operated a USAFPCS Truck from the APO to the Aerial Port Terminal, driving along the base perimeter road that ran parallel to the base perimeter fencing, where almost daily Thais were busy spraying the foliage with a sweet smelling item (later found out to be herbicides (aka Agent Orange), so our Security Forces could have a clear killing zone in case of any impending Sapper Attacks occured. https://apps.dtic.mil/sti/pdfs/ADA586193.pdf. 1996-67, I think. No idea where to start gathering evidence to help support my claim. Fenced in compound back fence the base perimeter. I felt fine for years. Luckily I had a copy of the orders for same and was approved for compensation last year (2019). I turned 19 over there. My Dad, Marvin M. Parker, from GA, was an Air Force airman serving in Udorn, Thailand (1970-1971). This second edition waspublished by USARPAC (United States Army Pacific) onNovember 1, 1969. I have not tried to file with the VA. Find this document! During the Vietnam War, from 1962 through 1975, Korat RTAFB was the largest front-line facility of . Would like to contact you. These insignia could be mixed, matched or eliminatedand routinely wereto display the desired insignia for the day's mission (more: "Colonel Wing Commander" in Alone, Unarmed and Unafraid). Some of us rented bungalow downtown as well. Need information about what has happened to the others. Other branches of the U.S. military also made their way to Thailand, which the map indicates. But as I know, Army Security Agency didnt leave Continental United States. Retired in 1992 as MSgt from Tx Air National Guard , also as photo . Oh Mr Farmer who said he was at ubon 72-73 time frame. I was also stationed at Korat in 1972-73. Anyone who was stationed on Hill 272, Sattip Thailand, 70-72. As a Cambodian mission Specialist, Signals Intelligence Analyst my time in Thailand isnt considered as a hostile environment even though our mission was in support to the SouthEast Asian theater of War. He died of multiple cancers in 2020. - U.S. Army Veterans who provided perimeter security on RTAF based in Thailand anytime between Feb. 28, 1961 and May 7,1975. If anyone is having issues I would like information. Have lost prostate,bladder to agent orange. Continuing on, you reach the Airmens Club on the left and the NCO club on the right. I was stationed at Tyndall AFB from 75-78 as an F-4 mechanicguaranteed exposure to PFAS on the US base. My father SMSGT Gene Rocheleau was stationed at Korat AFB from June 1967 to April 1968. Coming on base from the main gate, traveling past hooches and Thai O-club on the right, eventually crossing a bridge over the klong (near the chapel). Still searching, so If anyone has some evidence. Of course it spread around the base. I want to file for agent orange exposure. Would love to hear from anyone else that may have been there during this time. Hello Donald, My name is Pablo Quinones. How and where would I be able to find out about this. No place to stay at that time at Takhli. Installations and Facilities in Thailand. We walked the perimeter with no knowledge of the contamination in our mist. I dont think we ever cleared customs etc. Thanks. I was Security Police. Their presentations at the Hill Aerospace . I am helping a widow to file for DIC benefits. Would anyone have a complete list of army or marine camps? But, NOTHING WAS EVER PLANTED ON THAT OPEN FIELD FROM 11/1968 TO 11/1969!!!!! I have type 2 diabetes, neuropathy, in both legs,tinnitus spinal stenosis. The FLR-9 Water had to be trucked in. Even did a day trip to Vietnam to repair and load 25k loaders on a C141 before the fall of Saigon. The film features footage of various US Air Force fighter jets, including the McDonnell Douglas F-4 Phantom, the Lockheed C-5 Galaxy, and the North American T-28th Trojan. His death was attributed to Agent Orange exposure when he was stationed in South Vietnam. EX CPL, 594 SIG TROOP , 2 SIG REGIMENT ADF. Since then, Ive had problems with sun exposure and blistering skin reaction to most metals. Please share. In communication and exposed to agent orange 2. 5 ft 10 170 lbs. fibromyalgia, heart decease quadruple bypass I was stationed at Korat RTAFB 1974-1976 worked A7Ds, F-4s, and AC-130 Gunships. 3 men in my family served in S.E.A. After the initial four months, I responded to numerous if Sac alerts throughout the year. I was a canine dog handler along the flightline and base parameters and one of my most common memories was the smell of the chemical agents to kill vegetation and the mosquito foggers. Thanks go to the Good Lord above for sending my DAV Service Officer who did a great job fulfilling her service to Veterans and going that extra mile to help get me 100% Service Connected. Hmm still classified? Please contact me if you have info . I live in Bangkok and would like to meet a Vietnam Vet for a conversation. I was there when B52 slid off runway and helicopter went down and we were all augmented to assist in clean up. Unlike the 1969 map mentioned above, the set isfairly distributed and is listed in twenty-one libraries, according to Worldcat.org. 27 December 1971: A C-123K enroute from Udorn Royal Thai Air Force Base, to Xieng Lom located in northwestern Laos, was reportedly shot down by anti-aircraft fire approximately 35 km east northeast of Xieng Lom resulting in the loss of four crew members. Red Horse hooches were no more than 10-15 yards from the perimeter road at NKP. I transferred to the VA clinic in St. George, UT. Please read our Comment & Posting Policy. 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