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The Proud Warrior
WORLD WAR II * VIETNAM * GULF WAR * SOMALIA * IRAQ * AFGHANISTAN * PEACE TIME
National Newsletter of the 1/9 Network, Inc.
June 2013
“I will never quit. My nation expects me to be physically harder and mentally
stronger than my enemies. If knocked down I will get back up, every time. I will
draw on every remaining ounce of strength to defeat my enemies and to accomplish
our mission. I am never out of the fight.”
― Marcus Luttrell, SEAL Team 10
The Proud Warrior
2013—2014 Executive Board & Board of Directors
Executive Officers
National President
Vice President
Chairman of the Board
Ric Neumann
Mel Sherman
Roger Good
Secretary
Treasurer
Membership
Robert Moxley
Bill Hesse
James Stroger
Board of Directors
James
Speak
Mac
McKenzie
Sgt. Maj.
Tracy
Woody
Postle
Phil
Sutherland
Bill
Bennett
George
Malone
Bob
Fowles
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Message from the President
Greetings to all,
W
ell I’ve just finished up a rather busy quarter with Network business. First was a last
minute trip to Camp Lejeune when the battalions deployment date was suddenly
moved up by more than a month. Rather than leaving at the end of October the advance
party left on 9 September with the rest of the battalion shipping out the following two
weeks. I went down to meet the new commander and Sgt. Maj. As well as new people in the
companies and introduce myself and do some recruiting for the future of 1/9 Network. Lt.
Col. Corey Collier is now in command of the battalion and Sgt Maj. Irwin Howard is onboard
making his presence know with the Marines and Sailors. While there I was informed that the
battalion will NOT be standing down in 2014 as we had previously been told. The time frame
has been pushed farther out to late 2015 or early 2016, if at all. All we can do is wait it out and see.
I had a few hours of down time between meetings so I spent them out at the ranges observing two companies in training.
First was the gas chamber which is always entertaining. They didn’t have to take the masks off but simply break the seal,
let the gas in and then clear it. Most got it right but a few gave a good laugh to the rest. I declined several invitations to go
in until they told me that they were promoting five Marines in the chamber. I borrowed a size medium mask, got it on and
adjusted ( amazing how much your memory improves about those details when you’re facing that gas). Once inside the
Marine next to me who had been trying to help my adjust the mask earlier started coughing while at attention in the room.
I’ve got to hand it to him though because he never broke from attention until the ceremony was over and then he marched
out along with the rest of us. Once he got the mask off his eyes looked like cherries and what used to be in his nose was
now on his lips and chin. Everyone went through to include the CO and Sgt. Maj. The sign above the entrance to the gas
chamber says “EVEN BRAVE MEN CRY HERE”.
On 20-22 September the South Central region held their mini off year reunion
in Onalasks Texas at the home of Jim Stogner. Great food and friendship is the
best way to describe the event and pictures will be posted by Jim Stogner or
Red Taylor. We had the raffle drawing for the Henry Golden Boy .22 rifle and
the winner was 1/9 Network member Bob Nordstrom in Puyallup, Washington.
Congratulations Bob I’m sure you’re going to enjoy shooting it.
For our new drawing we are offering another .22 rifle, only this one will
be a copy of the old M-1 carbine. The rules are the same as before, ONLY
100 tickets will be sold for $20 apiece and the winner will be drawn as
soon as the last ticket is sold. All proceeds from these raffles will go to
help offset the costs of the next national reunion in 2014 at Wilmington
NC. To purchase your tickets send a STAMPED, SELF ADDRESSED ENVELOPE with a check made out to 1/9 Network to:
Roger Good
17960 Leetana Rd.
North Ft. Myers, FL 33917.
Semper Fidelis,
Ric Neumann
President
August 27—31
August 27—31
2014
2014
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MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIRMAN
Last week I attended the Memorial Service for SSgt Willis D Latham in Beaufort SC. Dan, aka
Delta Dan, loved God, Country, Corps and Family, which included his 1/9 Brothers. Knowing
his illness put him into the category of “short timer”, Dan made all the necessary arrangements
including which passage from the Bible he wanted read. Please take a moment and look up the
Parable of the Unmerciful Servant—Matthew 18:21-35 -----Semper Fi Brother
In 10 short months we will be gathering for the National Reunion in Wilmington, NC—Save
these dates: August 27-31 2014 and if you haven’t already, start making plans to attend!!!
The hotel contract is signed and plans are being made for outings and events. Look for additional information in the next newsletters.
As a final note, our Brothers on active duty with 1/9 have once again deployed to Afghanistan.
Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
Semper Fi and God Bless,
Roger Good
Message from the Vice-President
1/9er’s,
A
submittal from the road (currently the Finger Lakes area of New
York).
Sharon & I have enjoyed visiting Gary Lisle (& Lin) and Daryl Hartman (& Valerie & Lisa) since leaving home. Quality time with 1/9
brothers & their families always recharges me. Regrettably, this is
tempered by the passing of Dan Lathem. R.I.P., brother.
Semper Fi,
Mel
post script rom Mel:
"While hiking in the Catskills in New York, Sharon mis-stepped resulting in 2 broken ankles, dislocating one. We are back in
Michigan where she will be operated on soon. Once we return to Florida I'll be recalled from my retired lifestyle to perform
nursing duties. I'm most terrified by the need to learn how to cook. She has informed me that granola won't be acceptable
3 times a day..."
Message from the Editor
Marines & Corpsman,
This issue I have the pleasure of thanking all of you who have submitted material for the Proud Warrior
instead of pleading for your input. Let me say it again, THANK YOU!
In an effort to provide coverage of the “Early Days” in country, This month we are fortunate to have a series of photographs from members of Bravo and Charlie Companies. Be sure and take a look to see if you
recognize anyone.
!/9’er Rodger Jacobs has just released his book based on the many letters written home during his Vietnam service. See page 14 for details.
Semper Fi,
Joe Heater - Editor
Delta Co. “66-67”
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New Commanding Officer
Lieutenant Colonel Collier
Lieutenant Colonel Collier, a proud Volunteer from the Volunteer state of Tennessee, was born on 15 December 1968. Upon graduation from high school, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in May 1987. In 1993 he was accepted
into the Marine Corps Enlisted Commissioning education program and attended
The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina. He graduated in May 1996 and was
commissioned a Second Lieutenant.
Following completion of The Basic School (TBS) and the Infantry Officer Course
(IOC), 2nd Lieutenant Collier was assigned to 1st Battalion, 4th Marines serving as
a rifle platoon commander, weapons platoon commander, and 81 mm mortar platoon commander. During this time he participated in Operation SOUTHERN
WATCH for UN sanction enforcement in Kuwait (1998), Operation SAFE DEPARTURE in Eritrea (1998), and Operation STABILIZE in East Timor (2000).
In September 2000, Captain Collier reported for duty to Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, SC. During this time he served as a Series Commander for L
Company, and Company Commander of K Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion. In April 2002 Captain Collier was reassigned to the position of Assistant Director, Drill Instructor school until June 2003.
Graduating from the Infantry Captains Career Course (ICCC) in Dec 2003, Captain Collier was assigned to 1st Battalion, 2d
Marines and served as a Company Commander. From July 2004 – February 2005 he deployed to Iraq in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF 2-1, 2-2, 3-1). After promotion to Major in July 2005 he was assigned as the Battalion Operations Officer. From December 2005- March 2006 he deployed to Iraq in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM (OIF 4-6, 57).
From June 2006 to September 2008, Major Collier attended the Naval Postgraduate School. Upon completion he was assigned to the National Security Space Office in Fairfax, VA. In April 2011 he was reassigned to 2d Marine Division
(Forward) as the Division G-3 Current Operations Officer. From May 2011—March 2012 he was deployed to Afghanistan in
support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM.
In April 2012 Major Collier was reassigned to serve as the 8th Marine Regiment Executive Officer. He was promoted to his
current rank in Oct 2012. He assumed command of 1st Battalion, 9th Marines in May 2013.
Lieutenant Colonel Collier’s personal awards include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy
Marine Corps Commendation Medal with Combat V and two gold stars in lieu of third award, Navy Marine Corps Achievement Medal, the Combat Action Ribbon, and the Good Conduct Medal (3rd Award).
Lieutenant Colonel Collier is married to the former Judi Dalrymple of Dallas, Texas have four children, Alex(26), Katie (21),
Haley(19) and Savannah(17).
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These photographs are courtesy of Bruce Devert
Charlie Company 1965-66 Chu Li, Da Nang and Hill 55.
Mike Andrus-Next to "The Third Herd" Flag,
(Charlie Co, 1st Bn, 9th Marines), Da Nang
Airbase. We were 1/9 (1st Bn , 9th Marines)
before we became part of 3/3.(3rd Bn , 3rd
Marines)
Somewhere in the Da Nang area:Front row:
Billy Daniels, Michael Ferguson,Len Kaszcorowki,Tom Madaras. Back Row: Richard Miller,Bruce Devert, Michael Bellamy
Our squad at Da Nang airbase,May 1965:Front
row: Tom Koupeny, Bruce Devert, Chico Sotello.
Back row: Robert Junkins, Dav id Jeske, Tom
Decubelis(Deke),Donald Schuldes.
Da Nang airbase, about July 4th, 1965,I believe.. Destroyed aircraft from raid a few
nights before in the background.
Len Kaczorowki on a sweep somewhere a few
miles from Da Nang , July 1965.
Sgt Shelly Haliburton..our new
squad leader., on
a patrol across a
rice paddy...This
picture was taken
shortly before he
was severely
wounded on Hill
55.
Tom Madaras, An Thanh bridge, near Chu Lairight before he had to get a haircut. Yes ...his
locks were much too long. to pass inspection
Goofing around at Chu Lai, and looking purposely unmilitary and not "squared away" whatsover.. time to
cut loose a litt le and have some fun.. Font row: Chico Sotelo, Bruce Devert, Bill Koupeny Back row: David Jeske,Don Schuldes,James McC
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The “Early Days” with Bravo Company
SSGT Zalipski, Lt. Weller, Lt. Connell,
Lt. Daigel, Capt. Welsh, Lt Greene
Capt. Welsh and Sgt Ziegler
Lt. Weller, Navy Doc, Lt. Greene,
Capt. Welsh, Lt. Connell
60 MM Mortar Training
Bravo Company Staff— Okinawa
GySgt Ferguson, SSgt’s Zalipski, and Walley, Sgt. Harris
Cpl. Holmes—Shrapnel wounds to arm
and back.
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Lt. J.J. Carroll— Purple Heart Awards
Ceremony
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“Ghosts of War” - The Play
T
he First Battalion, Ninth Marines - the First Battalion, Ninth Marine Network, Inc. and several of those who served with
Battalion were specifically mentioned in a new play that had its world premier at the Dobama Theatre in Cleveland
Heights, Ohio on the weekends of January 16 – 20 and again on January 24-27, 2013.
The work, written by playwright Christopher Johnston, tells the story of Jim Kyle, a southwestern Pennsylvania native, who
worked with Danny Nicklow during the summer of 1965 and became fast friends. Nicklow, who went off to Youngstown
State University on a football scholarship in the fall of 1965, subsequently quit and joined the Marine Corps.
Nicklow’s tenure as a Marine was brief. He completed boot camp at Paris Island in August of 1966. As a PFC, he joined the
2nd Platoon of Bravo Company, while the Battalion was refitting on Okinawa in late 1966 in preparation for service with the
Special Landing Force (SLF). Nicklow was wounded in a firefight with Viet Cong forces in the Mekong Delta on January 10,
1967 during Operation Deckhouse V along with his squad leader, Sgt. Donald E. Harper. Nicklow, who was a bright, brash
and outgoing Marine, was well suited to his assignment as the squad radioman. He died near Khe Sanh on the eastern
flank of Hill 861 on March 16, 1967. Bravo 2, led by 2nd Lt John M. Kramer, on the morning of the 16th was 1500 meters
to the east of Hill 861 and returning to the Combat Base after 12 days in the field. At 11:00, Bravo 2 was instructed to
change direction and they were tasked with relieving pressure on the 1st platoon of Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 9th Marines. Echo 1 was heavily engaged with NVA forces near the top of Hill 861. Given the extreme heat and the urgency of
reaching Echo 1 quickly, the Marines of Bravo 2 field stacked their flak jackets and moved rapidly from the plain toward the
summit of Hill 861. This would prove to be a disastrous mistake. The two platoons linked up at approximately 14:15 and
formed defensive perimeter intending to medevac the Echo 1 casualties from the earlier firefight. The landing helicopters
attracted accurate and devastating NVA mortar fire which killed and maimed even more Marines from Bravo 2 and Echo 1.
Among those killed outright was PFC Nicklow, who was seeking cover with his squad leader when an 82mm mortar exploded at their feet. Other Bravo 2 personnel that died on March 16th on Hill 861 or succumbed to their wounds later included:
Cpl John H. Cheeks
PFC Michael J. Daley
Sgt Donald E. Harper, Jr
Sgt Sylvester Land
PFC James E. Perry
L/Cpl Alfred Pino
Pvt David Rhoades
L/Cpl Ted Williams
At 17:45, a sparrow-hawk reinforced squad from Bravo -3, led by 2nd Lt Gatlin J. Howell, attempted an insertion in the
established LZ, but the CH-46 helicopter overshot the LZ and crashed with minimal injuries to the Marine Squad or the aircraft crew. At 17:30, Echo-2 and the Echo Company command group successfully landed in the LZ and reinforced the remnants of the two platoons. Effective Marine artillery and close air support throughout the evening forced the NVA to break
contact and withdraw. Marine casualties from the action included 19 Marines killed and 56 wounded (18 seriously). The
NVA policed the battlefield, but 10 NVA KIA were confirmed by body count.
The play continues with Kyle learning of the death of his friend Danny Nicklow. Kyle is devastated. He is also frustrated in
his attempts to learn how Nicklow died because as a civilian he did not know how to get detailed information on the combat incident or the circumstances under which his friend had died. Kyle followed Nicklow into the Marine Corps. He went
through OCS and Basic School and was assigned an 0301 MOS. Upon completion of Basic School in November 1969, Kyle
was sent directly to Vietnam as an individual replacement. He was assigned as an infantry platoon commander with 2nd
Battalion, 1st Marines. He extended his tour and served a total of 19 months in-country mostly located south west of
Danang. When Kyle returned to CONUS, he began a vicious cycle of self destructive behaviors. While his professional life
was soaring and included completion of law degree, high level securities trading and great financial success, his personal
life was a disaster. Ultimately, Kyle hit rock bottom in both areas. As Kyle begins the long process of salvaging his life, he
renews his effort to find out what happened to his friend, Danny Nicklow. In 1988, he learned of Roger Liggon’s initiative to
create the Network. Kyle begins periodic correspondence efforts intent on finding someone who was with Bravo 2 and Nicklow on the day he died. Correspondence with the Network finally pays off and Kyle makes contact with Corpsman Keith
Price, who was with Bravo 2 on March 16th and was an eye witness to Danny Nicklow’s death. Upon learning the entire
story, Kyle begins a healing process which also encompasses confronting the deaths of the 16 Marines and Corpsmen he
lost as a platoon commander with 2/1.
(Continued on page 9)
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“Ghosts of War” - The Play
(Continued from page 8)
The play had a one-man cast for its 10 performances. George Roth, AEA, ably plays an older and wiser, Jim Kyle, who
narrates the story. Roth dons a checked red outdoorsman shirt and a southern accent to relate the eyewitness account of
Hospitalman Keith Price, a South Carolina native.
Network members who were specifically mentioned in the credits included:
Roger W. Liggon, Sr.
Tom “Doc” Stubbs
GySgt Richard Huff, USMC (deceased)
All Members of the Network who attended the 2010 reunion in San Antonio, TX.
The play is a well told story of friendship, loss, reconciliation and redemption. It is a journey of healing that will be deeply
appreciated by those who have served, seen the realities of combat first-hand and had to deal with the aftermath.
While there are no immediate plans for further performances of “Ghosts of War”, efforts are underway to determine if
there is an interest in Hollywood of turning the play into a movie script.
Reviewed by:
Dave Mellon
Platoon Commander
Bravo 1
July 66 to February 67
South/Central Mini Reunion
From Jim Stogner: South/Central Mini Reunion held at My Place Onalaska Texas Sept 20--22 2013. Had a good turnout members brought thier
wives and all enjoyed a great Bar-B-Que and the chance to reunite with old friends. Four inches of rain Friday never stopped the fun. Saturday
was a beautiful day sunshine and cooler temps had everyone feeling great.
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HEALTH CARE FOR VIETNAM VETERANS
September 7, 2013
ALL ARMY AND MARINE VIETNAM VETERANS WITH VIETNAM CAMPAIGN MEDAL (VCM) NOTED ON THEIR DD-214 WILL
BE GIVEN V.A. HEALTH CARE WITH OR WITHOUT MEANS TEST OR ANY SERVICE CONNECTED DISABILITY.
THESE VETERANS WILL BE ASSIGNED TO CAT.6 HEALTH CARE AND RECEIVE ALL V.A. HEALTH CARE BENEFITS EXCEPT
DENTAL.
VETERAN NEEDS TO GO TO THE NEAREST V.A. FACILITY, COMPLETE FORM 10-10 EZ, BRING PHOTO ID AND CERTIFIED
COPY OF THEIR DD-214 TO APPLY.
You may download the form here: http://vfwmo.org/files/
downloads/2013/09/vha-10-10EZ-fill.pdf.pdf
V.A. HEALTH CARE WILL SATISIFY ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE AFFORABLE CARE LAWS.
FOR VERFICATION CALL NATIONAL HEALTH CARE REGISTRATION AT 404-828-5257 OR YOUR NEAREST V.A. HEALTH
FACILITY.
Dave Mellon sends this update on 1/9’er Steve Snyder
Marines,
I just learned that Steve Snyder has had open heart surgery. He is "out of the woods", but I am
sure would enjoy hearing from you! His contact information is listed thread below.
Feel free to reply to Faye or Steve at the following addresses: [email protected] or
[email protected] or [email protected] for further information.
S/F,
Dave
Dave Mellon
(949)489-8378
[email protected]
Contact information for Historians
Contact for operation reports, command diaries,
command chronologies, and after action reports:
Contact for rosters & unit diaries after 1967
(requests must be in writing & may be limited to 3 specific periods/months)
The Marine Corps Historical Center
Unit Diary Section Commandant
Archives Section, Building 58
Marine Corps Records Service Section
Washington Navy Yard
Code MMSB-10, Hdq, U.S. Marine Corps
Washington, DC 20374
Quantico, VA 22134-5030
202-433-3483
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Chaplin’s Message
Greetings my brother 1/9ers,
I would like to tell you about a good friend of mine, Stephen Vantine who was a member of the Marine Corps League Royal
Gorge Detachment Steve recently passed away due to cancer.
Being a chaplain and his friend I spent much time with Steve right to the end. He ask me to do his memorial service, He
also asked us to help his wife Jerri. After he was gone, it was a yes on both requests. I've performed quite a few military
memorial services. This was the first time we planned one together.
Steve truly is one of our Hero's, He was a Corpsman who served 2 tours in Vietnam. His 2nd tour June 1966 to April 1967,
was with the 3rd Med. Battalion with the medevac chopper Corps. Steve flew on 105 medevac's picking up wounded Marines of which 26 times were hot. He received 5 air medals, The Bronze star medal with oak leaf cluster.
Steve retired after 27 years in the Navy as a chief corpsman, The main thing Steve wanted known was that he made a reservation in the Kingdom of God. He believed he reserved his place by receiving Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior, Towards the end of his life Steve had 2 favorite scriptures.
JOHN: 14: 2-3
“In my father's house are many mansions if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you, I will
come again and receive you onto myself, that where I am, there you may be also.”
The other scripture Steve wanted to be read at his memorial service is:
PSALM 96: 4-10
“Great is the Lord! He is most worthy of praise! He is to be feared above all Gods. The Gods of other nations are mere
idols, but the Lord made the heavens! Honor and Majesty surround him, strength and beauty fill his sanctuary. O nations of the world, recognize the Lord recognize that the Lord is glorious and strong.”
verse 10:
“Tell all the Nations, "The Lord Reigns!" The world stands firm and cannot be shaken. He will judge all people fairly.”
Although we will miss Steve here, we know he is doing quite well in the Kingdom of God. My hope and prayer is, We all
reserve a place in the Kingdom of God.
JOHN 3:16
“For God so loved the world that he gave His one and only son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish
but have eternal life.”
May God truly Bless all of you, Looking forward to seeing you all at next reunion, Go In Peace!
Ray Linebaugh
[email protected]
719-369-5692
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“A Soldier Died Today”
By
A. Lawrence Vaincourt
He was getting old and paunchy
And his hair was falling fast,
And he sat around the Legion,
Telling stories of the past.
The politician's stipend
And the style in which he lives,
Are often disproportionate,
To the service that he gives.
Of a war that he once fought in
And the deeds that he had done,
In his exploits with his buddies;
They were heroes, every one.
While the ordinary Soldier,
Who offered up his all,
Is paid off with a medal
And perhaps a pension, small.
And 'tho sometimes to his neighbours
His tales became a joke,
All his buddies listened quietly
For they knew where of he spoke.
It is not the politicians
With their compromise and ploys,
Who won for us the freedom
That our country now enjoys.
But we'll hear his tales no longer,
For ol' Joe has passed away,
And the world's a little poorer
For a Soldier died today.
Should you find yourself in danger,
With your enemies at hand,
Would you really want some cop-out,
With his ever waffling stand?
He won't be mourned by many,
Just his children and his wife.
For he lived an ordinary,
Very quiet sort of life.
Or would you want a Soldier
His home, his country, his kin,
Just a common Soldier,
Who would fight until the end.
He held a job and raised a family,
Going quietly on his way;
And the world won't note his passing,
'Tho a Soldier died today.
He was just a common Soldier,
And his ranks are growing thin,
But his presence should remind us
We may need his likes again.
When politicians leave this earth,
Their bodies lie in state,
While thousands note their passing,
And proclaim that they were great.
For when countries are in conflict,
We find the Soldier's part
Is to clean up all the troubles
That the politicians start.
Papers tell of their life stories
From the time that they were young
But the passing of a Soldier
Goes unnoticed, and unsung.
If we cannot do him honour
While he's here to hear the praise,
Then at least let's give him homage
At the ending of his days.
Is the greatest contribution
To the welfare of our land,
Some jerk who breaks his promise
And cons his fellow man?
Perhaps just a simple headline
In the paper that might say:
"OUR COUNTRY IS IN MOURNING,
A SOLDIER DIED TODAY."
Or the ordinary fellow
Who in times of war and strife,
Goes off to serve his country
And offers up his life?
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In Memoriam
I am sorry to report to the Battalion that SSgt. Willis D. Latham "DAN"
passed away in New Jersey on September 7, 2013. Dan was the Platoon Sergeant for 1st. Platoon
D/1/9 during the Hill Fights of 1967. He was severely wounded on March 4, 1967 during an operation
on "The Street Without Joy" in I Corps. He spent nearly 3 months aboard the USS Repose, returning
to D/1/9 early June 1967. At that time Dan resumed his position as 1st Platoon Sergeant and finished
his tour of duty with D/1/9.
Dan served on the Board of Directors for the 1/9 Network for eight years.
Dan will be waked in Beaufort, SC. his home town. He will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery at
a later date.
He will be greatly missed by his Brother Marines and Corpsman.
Rest in Peace Dan
Semper Fidelis Marine.
In Beaufort, SC. Sept. 17, 2013. Pallbearers from 1/9 at
the funeral of SSGT. Willis D. Latham (Dan) USMC. 1st.
Platoon Sergeant Delta Company 1/9 during 1967. Frank
"IRISH" Healey, Roger Good, Jonny Beaman, Col. Mac Radcliff (Col. Mac), Bob Grubb, Roger Liggon (Lig), Gunny Ben
Baldwin, Dana O'Brian (OB).
1/9 Marines/Corpsmen,
Lt. Col. Charles Hartsell, C/1/9, 1967 will be interned September 30, 2013; 1:00 PM at The Rosecrans
National Cemetery, Point Loma, CA.. No further information is available at this time, though most
C/1/9 Marines/Corpsmen will most likely remember their CO from the time. Col. Hartsell has now
been transferred to serve at the highest command of the Marine Corps, our condolences to Loretta
and the Hartsell family.
Semper Fi
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T
he author describes his memoir: "It’s based on wartime letters. Upon arriving at
the United States Marine Corps Boot Camp one of the first things my drill instructors told me to do was to write at least two letters home a week. I did what they told
me. My father, a World War II combat veteran, kept my letters, all 146 of them (and
the 250 images I sent home). I continued to write all through my combat tour in Vietnam and my hospital stay in Japan recovering from wounds. I have selected and edited the most meaningful correspondence and added a narrative thread so I could tell the
full story of my military experience as a high school kid from rural Ohio transformed
into a Marine. The letters describe my further transformation into a war fighting Marine
grunt in combat and finally will take you through my metamorphosis into a war-altered
ex-Marine but a Marine still."
Rodger will send you a signed copy for $28.00 which will be shipped at no charge to the
buyer. You may contact him at: [email protected]
About the Author:
Rodger Jacobs lives in Newland, North Carolina. He served with
Alpha Company in 1967.
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On the “Lighter Side”
Two Irish nuns sat at traffic lights in their car when a bunch of rowdy drunks pulls up alongside.
"Oi, get your tits out, you penguins!" shouts one of the drunks.
The Mother Superior turns to Sister Immaculata, "I don't think they
know who we are - show them your cross".
So Sister Immaculata winds down her window and shouts, "Screw
off you little wankers, before I come over there and rip your balls
off"!
Sister Immaculata looks back at the Mother Superior and asks?
Was that cross enough?
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NEW MEMBERS
The names submitted to the Network should not be reproduced and given to other sources for
commercial use. Please respect the privacy of our Brothers and their families.
First
MI
Last
Date
Served
Stephen
P
Blackburn
1967/68
Company
Delta
Platoon
1st
Send address changes to: James Stogner, 217 East Park Drive, Onalaska, TX 77360
Jim Stogner
Your DI's say, it's time to "Re-Up" so mail in your dues for 2013 to keep your membership current!
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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
If you would like to apply for membership in the 1/9 Network, please return this form to:
FIRST BATTALION NINTH MARINES NETWORK, INC.
National Membership Committee Chairman
James Stogner
217 East Park Drive
Onalaska, TX 77360
(936) 646-4648
[email protected]
Please attach DD-214,NAVMC 118 (3) and NAVMC 118 (9) confirming service with 1st Battalion 9th Marines unless verified by an active member of the 1/9 Network, Inc. organization. In the absence of documentation list the names of members of your fire team, squad or platoon, however, be advised this
may delay processing of your application while verifying your service with 1/9 with our active membership rolls. Providing documentation allows much faster processing toward membership approval .
Full Legal Name: __ ____________________________________________________
*note: If you have legally changed your name since serving in the Marine Corps you must provide your
Military Service name, and a document of proof that your name has since been legally changed in a
court of law.
SS# (Last Four)/Service # : __________________ “Nickname” (if any)___________
Mandatory
Address:______________________________________________________________
City/State: __________________________ Zip Code: _____________
Company: ____________Platoon: __________ Squad: _______or Section__________
Dates assigned to 1/9: FROM:___ _________________
TO:____________________
Phone #: (____)_________________________ List in Directory? Yes____ No____
Active (Y/N) Rank:_____ Retired (Y/N) Rank:_____ Medically Retired (Y/N) Rank:_____
Email Address:__________ _______________________
Signature
Date
Don't forget to attach documentation to this application *A copy of any official document such as Orders,
SRB entry, Citation, Promotion Warrant, Letterhead paperwork, or orders that indicate you served with
the 1st Battalion 9th Marines.
A copy of your DD-214 would be appreciated to keep on file (not mandatory). Also required is a NAVMC
118 (9) and a NAVMC 118 (3) which can be obtained from NPRC St Louis.
Please submit Membership Dues of $20.00 with your application. The IRS requires Dues to
maintain our tax status, (Mandatory).
2013 Dues are now due ($25.00). New membership cards are ready to go out. Lifetime Membership are available for $250.00 which can be paid for over one year. Dues
for 2013 will become payable 11/12/2012 will be $25.00.
Make your check payable to:
1st Bn 9th Marines Network, Inc.
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Mail your check and this sheet to:
National Headquarters
1/9 Network
66 Clinton Court
Meriden, CT 06450-4517
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Please PRINT information requested below
First Name: __________________________ Middle Initial: ____ Last Name: ______________________________
Street Address: ________________________________________________________________________________
City:: _____________________________ State:____________________________ Zip Code: _________________
Phone Number: (______) -(__________________ )
E-Mail Address: _______________________________________________
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Check applicable box(s)
I would like to save the Network some money so please send the Proud Warrior to my E-Mail address listed above
$25.00 Annual Dues
Membership Dues
Check here to apply for Lifetime Membership
2012-13
$250.00 Lifetime Membership
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NETWORK OFFICERS AND COORDINATORS 2012-2014
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Bill Bennett
Bob Fowles
George Malone
Mac McKenzie
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Woody Postle
James Speak
Phil Sutherland
Patrick Tracy (Sgt Maj)
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
Ric Neumann
Mel Sherman
Roger Good
Robert Moxley
Bill Hesse
James Stogner
NATIONAL PRESIDENT:
VICE PRESIDENT:
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD:
SECRETARY:
TREASURER:
MEMBERSHIP CHAIRMAN:
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
REGIONAL COORDINATORS, as of August 2010
Tom (Doc) Stubbs
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Robert Taylor
Chuck Olson
South/West
Central/West
North/West
Central/East
North/East
South/East
Central/South
Central/North
(602) 795-5405
[email protected]
(985) 228-0758
(218) 838-0985
[email protected]
[email protected]
CHAPLAIN: Ray Linebaugh
NATIONAL NEWSLETTER EDITOR: Joe Heater (847) 991-2160 [email protected]
WEBMASTER(s): Casey Piatt
John Geisler
[email protected]
[email protected]
Our Grateful Acknowledgement to the Founder of the 1/9 Network, Roger W. Liggon Sr. Alpha Company 1966-67
First Battalion Ninth Marines Network, Inc.
This newsletter is published for the members
of the First battalion Ninth Marines Network,
Inc. Articles and comments do not necessarily represent the views of the officers and
members, but are those of the author. The
editor with the support of the President has
the right to refuse any article that brings discredit to this organization or the United
States Marine Corps.
National Headquarters
66 Clinton St.
Meriden CT 06450-4517
OFFICIAL WEBSITE
www.1stbattalion9thmarinesfirebase.net
NETWORK PHONE # 203-238-1999
This is a dedicated line for members to call. There is also an
answering machine for members to leave messages.
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THE PROUD WARRIOR
% Joe Heater
1256 East Cooper Drive
Palatine, IL 60074
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