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CHAPTER 299

OCTOBER 2016

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Honor Flight – September 25, 2016 As most Members know, Vietnam Veterans are eligible for and being taken to the various Memorials in Washington, D.C. on the Honor Flights of the Quad Cities, USA. At least two Chapter 299 Members were on the Sept. 25th Honor Flight. Jim Loveless and Garry Brasch are shown in this Group Photo on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial. *Photo submitted by Garry Brasch

“OUR FACE” IN THE CROWD AT BUSCH STADIUM – ST. LOUIS CARDINALS Once again, something that is becoming an Annual Event, Quad Cities Vietnam Veterans of Americas’ Chapters 299 and 669 and MAVA were invited to Busch Stadium to Present The Colors during the pre-game and National Anthem. No “Kneelers” were reported to me but representing the Quad Cities were Al Bradley, Tom Courtney, Jim Loveless, Dennis Johnson, Gary White, Gunter Terronez, Fred Barks, Ken Madden, Leonard Peters and Jim Bell on August 27, 2016. The fans in St. Louis are very respectful and show great appreciation for our ‘crack and strac’ Honor Guard. The invitation to represent us has been tendered for next year when Jim Bell will sing the National Anthem. Our respective / collective Honor Guards represent us all and do so very well. Congratulations to every Member of the Honor Guard and thank you. - JH

Last week Rep. Paul Cook, R-CA, introduced H.R. 6234, the “Private Corrado Piccoli Purple Heart Preservation Act” which would make it illegal to buy and sell military-issued Purple Hearts. The Purple Heart is our Nation’s Oldest Medal, awarded exclusively to members of the armed forces who are wounded by an enemy instrument of war. Unfortunately, the military memorabilia collectors’ market places a high value on military-issued Purple Hearts, with Medals engraved with the names of those Killed In Action commanding the highest prices. Rep. Cook, wounded twice in combat himself, said, “These military collectors cheapen the Purple Heart by buying and selling this symbol of sacrifice like a pack of baseball cards. I’m committed to defending our Veterans and that means preserving their symbols of honor like the Purple Heart. These

Bill Prohibits Selling of Purple Hearts – October 7, 2016

Medals belong with Families or in Museums, not on some collector’s auction block.” The AFSA-endorsed Purple Heart Preservation Act would help put an end to the practice of selling the Medals, and make it easier to return them to their rightful owners. *Submitted by Chief Master Sgt. Dan Johnson – AFSA is the Air Force Sergeants Association

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TAPSFollowing is a list of funerals at which military honors were performed by the combined efforts of the VVA Chapter 299, VVA Chapter 776, and the MAVA (Mexican American Veterans Association) Honor Guards. Included in the list are the dates of the funerals, names, ages, and branches of service in which these veterans served. Any Chapter 299 Members are designated by bold letters and underlined. Date of funeral Name of veteran Age Branch of service SEPT. 07, 2016 RUSSELL B. BROWN 66 U. S. ARMY (VIETNAM WAR VETERAN)SEPT. 17, 2016 BRYAN COLLINS 58 U. S. NAVY (COLD WAR VETERAN)SEPT. 20, 2016 RICHARD D. SAVALA 82 U. S. ARMY (KOREAN WAR ERA VETERAN)OCT. 03, 2016 CHARLES WILLIAMS 51 U. S. ARMY (COLD WAR VETERAN) OCT. 05, 2016 DENNIS FASTENAU 73 US ARMY [ VIETNAM VETERAN ] OCT. 11, 2016 HEINZ VEIGEL 77 US ARMY [ VIETNAM ERA VETERAN ] OCT. 12, 2016 LAWRENCE “LARRY” R. SCOTT 67 US ARMY [ VIETNAM VETERAN ] OCT. 14, 2016 ROBERT R. CARSTENS 89 US ARMY [ WW II VETERAN ]

US Army Vietnam Veteran Ron Andon Dies At Age 70Chapter 299 Life Member, Chief Master Sgt. Dan Johnson [ret.] was tasked to provide a

Reading for his good friend and fellow parishioner, Ron Andon who passed away September 30, 2016. I extend my deepest condolences to both Dan and the Andon Family. - JH

OCTOBER 2016 VET 2 VET REPORT CORRECTION ON DATE TO VAMC, Iowa City Our Vet 2 Vet Volunteers made the trip to VAMC – Iowa City last month to spread good cheer to our hospitalized and ill Veterans. Standing Tall last month were Jim Stanbary, Gary White, Bill Howard, Fred “Hammer” Swim, Doug Holmgren, Ken Madden, Tom Scoria, Don Theesfeld and Frenchy Eaves. We were very well received and Jim Stanbary is very close to having his Therapy / Service Dog Bella Certified which means he’ll be able to visit some of the most ill patients especially helpful to those on the 9th Floor suffering from PTSD and its effects. Our next Vet 2 Vet trip to VAMC / Iowa City is Wednesday, October 19th. If you care to Volunteer, show up at Denny’s on North West Blvd. at 7 AM – we’ll leave at 8 AM and return to the QCA @ 1 – 1:30 PM the same day. Put On Your COLORS for Photo Taking Day of Volunteers. Vet 2 Vet Chair Paul “Frenchy” Eaves


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Angie Camlin We are happy to introduce you to our newest Sponsor, Angie Camlin. Angie is a Realtor with Century 21 Cornelis – Simpson. [For contact info see ad in this issue] Life Member Al Bradley recommended Angie to become a Sponsor – thanks Al. With so many of us moving from our Family Homes to a single level / smaller home or condo, Angie is a perfect fit to get you situated in your new digs as well as facilitate the sale of your present home. Even if you are staying “put” where you reside always recommend our Sponsor Angie Camlin to any Family or Friend that might benefit from her expertise. There is no monthly newsletter without Sponsors. As a group we are obligated to support those who support us – Welcome to Vietnam Veterans of America Angie and thank you. - JH

BLACK HAWK COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIP APPRECIATION

BANQUETRay Hamilton and John Schneck attended an Awards Dinner at Black Hawk College. This year’s VVA Chapter 299 Scholarship Recipient is Derek Conduff, an Air Force Veteran Majoring in Mechanical Engineering.

ROCK ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL – CLASS OF ’61 GOLF OUTING – SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

Members of Chapter 299 participated in the “Rocky” – Class of ’61 Golf Outing Sept. 30th. Vietnam Veterans Chapter 299 and Active Duty Military stationed at RI Arsenal were guests at this event. Soldiers, Past and Present scored 11 under par. Not a group to ‘rest on their laurels’ both Active and “Retired” gave back all their winnings to the Class of ’61 Fund. *Submitted by John Schneck

BRAD CARROLL APPRECIATED

Bill Albracht presents Brad Carroll a Chapter 299 Certificate of Appreciation for his sponsorship of our Chapter newsletter. Carroll Industrial Ventilation of Andalusia continues to support veterans and veteran related issues as well as the fundamental principles that made our country strong and free. THANK YOU BRAD!

GRAND PRIX ROCK ISLAND SEPTEMBER 2016

Jim Loveless, Gary White, Gib De Koster, Doug Ver Cautren , Terry Lynch, Larry Tschappat and Rudy

Hernandez. These men represented one day of four days of Chapter 299 members, securing materials for the

2016 Rock Island Gran Prix on September 7, 2016.


House Passes Legion-Backed VA Appeals Modernization Bill - by Stacy Gault

The House of Representatives passed the VA Accountability First and Appeals Modernization Act of 2016 Wednesday, a bipartisan legislation that would reform the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs appeals process and reduce wait time for veterans’ claims. Prior to the House vote, The American Legion co-hosted a press conference with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., where he announced that he would introduce separate legislation in the Senate to reform the appeals process. At the press conference, the Legion, other Veterans Service Organizations, and 10 Senators and Representatives from both sides of the aisle called on Congress to pass legislation to fix the VA’s broken appeals process. “We strongly encourage Congress to pass the legislation so that our nation’s heroes can get the care and support they deserve in a timely manner,” said Verna Jones, executive director of The American Legion. Disabled American Veterans Executive Director Garry Augustine said thousands of Veterans are dying while waiting for their appeals to be decided.“This is more than just about compensation. This is about access to health care, recognition of injuries and illnesses sustained or aggravated by defending this

nation,” Augustine said. Blumenthal, the ranking member of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, said that passing appeals reform “is not just about money, but it’s also not just about health care. It’s about simple justice. An appeals process that delays justice, also denies it.” According to Blumenthal, more than 450,000 Veterans are awaiting claim appeals decisions and 80,000 Veterans have appeals that are older than five years. By 2027, that will grow to more than two million if the process is not modernized. Rep. Ryan Zinke, R-Mont., a former Navy Seal Commander, emphasized the importance of the reform as a Veteran himself. He stressed Veterans are not just numbers, but faces. American Legion National Commander Charles E. Schmidt spoke out earlier this week urging Legionnaires to reach out to Washington and ask that they “pass appeals modernization now! Tell Congress you expect both parties to work together responsibly to pass the legislation, which includes a simple and fair appeals process that provides Veterans and Their Families their earned benefits in a timely manner.”The legislation is currently awaiting a vote in the Senate. * Submitted by Bill Albracht – September 15, 2016 – American Legion Magazine

CHAPTER 299 HONOR GUARD UPCOMING EVENTS FOR 2016October10 Ausa @ Tpc (John Deere Golf Course) For Birdies For Charity Presenting The Colors -

Our Own Jim Bell Is Singing The National Anthem. 15 Lulac Event At The Leclaire Park In Davenport. Firing. 16 Presenting The Colors At The Chicago Bears/Jacksonvill Jaguars Game. 29 Halloween Parade In Davenport.November11 Veterans Day Parade In Davenport 11 Event At The Arsenal. Firing. 11 Welcome Home Dance At Jumer’s. Presentation Of The Colors ? Raising The Flag Outside At The Moline Public Library. 19 Thanksgiving Basket Delivery 19 Festival Of Trees Parade.December 10 Wreaths Across America At The Arsenal Firing 17 Christmas Basket Deliveries. January 2017 3rd Weekend - New Glarus Parade In New Glarus, Wi.


Heroes of the Vietnam Generation by Senator James Webb PART 2

What is a hero? My heroes are the young men who faced the issues of war and possible death, and then weighed those concerns against obligations to their country. Citizen-soldiers who interrupted their personal and professional lives at their most formative stage, in the timeless phrase of the Confederate Memorial in Arlington National Cemetery, “not for fame of reward, not for place or for rank, but in simple obedience to duty, as they understood it.” Who suffered loneliness, disease, and wounds with an often-contagious élan? And who deserve a far better place in history than that now offered them by the so-called spokesmen of our so-called generation. Mr. Brokaw, Mr. Matthews, Mr. Bennett, Mr. Spielberg, meet my Marines. 1969 was an odd year to be in Vietnam. Second only to 1968 in terms of American casualties, it was the year made famous by Hamburger Hill, as well as the gut-wrenching Life cover story showing pictures of 242 Americans who had been killed in one average week of fighting. Back home, it was the year of Woodstock, and of numerous anti-war rallies that culminated in the Moratorium march on Washington. The My Lai massacre hit the papers and was seized upon the anti-war movement as the emblematic moment of the war. Lyndon Johnson left Washington in utter humiliation. Richard Nixon entered the scene, destined for an even worse fate. In the An Hoa Basin southwest of Danang, the Fifth Marine Regiment was in its third year of continuous combat operations. Combat is an unpredictable and inexact environment, but we were well led. As a rifle platoon and company commander, I served under a succession of three regimental commanders who had cut their teeth in World War II, and four different battalion commanders, three of whom had seen combat in Korea. The company commanders were typically captains on their second combat tour in Vietnam, or young first lieutenants like myself who were given companies after many months of “bush time” as platoon commanders in the Basin’s tough and unforgiving environs. The Basin was one of the most heavily contested areas in Vietnam, its torn, cratered earth offering every sort of wartime possibility. In the mountains just to the west, not far from the Ho Chi Minh Trail, the North Vietnamese Army operated an infantry division from an

area called Base Area 112. In the valleys of the Basin, main-force Viet Cong battalions whose ranks were 80 percent North Vietnamese Army regulars moved against the Americans every day. Local Viet Cong units sniped and harassed. Ridgelines and paddy dikes were laced with sophisticated booby traps of every size, from a hand grenade to a 250-pound bomb. The villages sat in the rice paddies and tree lines like individual fortresses, crisscrossed with the trenches and spider holes, their homes sporting bunkers capable of surviving direct hits from large-caliber artillery shells. The Viet Cong infrastructure was intricate and permeating. Except for the old and the very young, villagers who did not side with the Communists had either been killed or driven out to the government controlled enclaves near Danang. In the rifle companies, we spent the endless months patrolling ridgelines and villages and mountains, far away from any notion of tents, barbed wire hot food, or electricity. Luxuries were limited to what would fit inside one’s pack, which after a few “humps” usually boiled down to letter-writing material, towel, soap, toothbrush, poncho liner, and a small transistor radio. We moved through the boiling heat with 60 pounds of weapons and gear, causing a typical Marine to drop 20 percent of his body weight while in the bush. When we stopped we dug chest-deep fighting holes and slit trenches for toilets. We slept on the ground under makeshift poncho hootches, and when it rained we usually took our hootches down because wet ponchos shined under illumination flares, making great targets. Sleep itself was fitful, never more than an hour or two at a stretch for months at a time as we mixed daytime patrolling with night-time ambushes, listening posts, foxhole duty, and radio watches. Ringworm, hookworm, malaria, and dysentery were common, as was trench foot when the monsoons came. Respite was rotating back to the mud-filled regimental combat

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base at An Hoa for four or five days, where rocket and mortar attacks were frequent and our troops manned defensive bunkers at night. Which makes it kind of hard to get excited about tales of Woodstock, or camping at the vineyard during summer break. We had been told while training that Marine officers in the rifle companies had an 85 percent probability of being killed or wounded, and the experience of “Dying Delta,” as our company was known, bore that out. Of the officers in the bush when I arrived, our company commander was wounded, the weapons platoon commander wounded, the first platoon commander was killed, the second platoon commander was wounded twice, and I, commanding the third platoons fared no better. Two of my original three-squad leaders were killed, and the third shot in the stomach. My platoon sergeant was severely wounded, as was my right guide. By the time I left, my platoon I had gone through six radio operators, five of them casualties. These figures were hardly unique; in fact, they were typical. Many other units; for instance, those who fought the hill battles around Khe Sanh, or were with the famed Walking Dead of the Ninth Marine Regiment, or were in the battle of Hue City or at Dai Do, had it far worse. When I remember those days and the very young men who spent them with me, I am continually amazed, for these were mostly recent civilians barely out of high school, called up from the cities and the farms to do their year in hell and return. Visions haunt me every day, not of the nightmares of war but of the steady consistency with which my Marines faced their

responsibilities, and of how uncomplaining most of them were in the face of constant danger. The salty, battle-hardened 20-year-olds teaching green 19-year-olds the intricate lessons of the hostile battlefield. The unerring skill of the young squad leaders as we moved through unfamiliar villages and weed-choked trails in the black of night. The quick certainty when a fellow Marine was wounded and needed help. Their willingness to risk their lives to save other Marines in peril. To this day it stuns me that their own countrymen have so completely missed the story of their service, lost in the bitter confusion of the war itself. Like every military unit throughout history we had occasional laggards, cowards, and complainers. But in the aggregate, these Marines were the finest people I have ever been around. It has been my privilege to keep up with many of them over the years since we all came home. One finds in them very little bitterness about the war in which they fought. The most common regret, almost to a man, is that they were not able to do more for each other and for the people they came to help.

It would be redundant to say that I would trust my life to these men. Because I already have, in more ways than I can ever recount. I am alive today because of their quiet, unaffected heroism. Such valor epitomizes the conduct of Americans at war from the first days of our existence. That the boomer elites can canonize this sort of conduct in our fathers’ generation while ignoring it in our own is more than simple oversight. It is a conscious, continuing travesty.**** submitted by Greg McCluskey

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things like eating an apple or steak will soon become my reality. For me it’s been worth the wait and the cost. You can phone Sarah or Linda to set up a consult with Dr. Hueser at [563] 355 – 9424 The office is easily accessed from 53rd Street in Davenport by turning Left [ South ] on Jersey Ridge Road, taking an immediate Right [ West] on 52nd Street. This is the last Halloween I will be the Human Jack-O-Lantern- JH

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OF AMERICA The Quad Cities Cruiser Automobile Club is one of the strongest and most reliable supporters of Vietnam Veterans of America – Chapter 299. Quad Cities Cruisers have “Cruise In” Car Shows throughout the year and always send a portion of the proceeds to Chapter 299. After a Cruise In August, the Quad Cities Cruisers donated $2,500 to our bank account September 10, 2016. President Paul Klauer and “The Cruisers” do not donate solely to VVA. The Quad Cities Cruisers donate similar amounts to organizations such as the Juvenile Diabetes Research organization and Quad Cities Warriors Youth Baseball Organization. Let us support those who support us. Check out the Quad Cities Cruisers on “the web” and shop at their many Sponsors for everything from soup to nuts and of course, brand new “Cruisers”. – JH


After The WarThere’s a tear in the fabric of his being... Where the memories lie waiting to remind him... Of the horror and the carnageThat is cataloged as warWhich civilians never seeFor it’d shatter their realityAnd leave them in a state of whatTo call it I don’t knowBut it’s tipped the balanceOf the G I JoeWho comes to calmer watersWhere life’s normal once againBut he’s having trouble fitting inFor he’s shaken bad internally;it’s a price they paid for defendingBut the dreams are never ending.

John Breska 44th Scout Platoon, 25th Division Vietnam 1969-70 — Submitted by Chief Master Sgt. Dan Johnson

LEGACY OR “SPEND DOWN” On November 8, 2016 Americans will cast Votes for the Presidency of the United States. With that in mind think of “our” Elections held each April.Last April Chapter 299 elected a new President, Board of Directors, Nominating Committee Members and Delegates. One issue on the ballot was “Legacy or Spend Down” “Legacy” as I understand it, is to siphon off a portion of our bank account that exists as a result of countless Volunteer Events such as the Criterium Bike Races, annual Golf Outings, the Annual Welcome Home Dance or our Catering / Hog Roasting Events and Honor Guard Gratuities. The “Legacy Fund” was to create a Scholarship Fund for future generations of Veterans to attend trade school or college. “Spend Down” is a term I don’t fully understand. Does “Spend Down” mean we buy “stuff” for the Members ? Does it mean to spend on our Chapter’s operating costs ? How much do we spend and why ? I know we have an office in Rock Island but do not know what it is used for or how much the rent is. I confess I’ve never been there. I’m mainly a “name” that appears in each issue of Shoulder To Shoulder. The real “face” of our Chapter would have to be our Honor Guard and they do so handsomely. The Honor Guard and I volunteer our time and service. Last autumn I received a postal mailing with a postcard to cast a Vote for “Legacy or Spend Down”. I opted to Vote for “Legacy”. The question would not be answered until the April 2016 election cycle and “Legacy” failed to pass the number of dollars “Legacy” voters would have wanted. Point is this: Elections and Votes have consequences. Whether you are on the “Spend Down” or “Legacy” side of this issue, unless YOU show up at the April 2017 Annual Election Meeting and truly cast your Vote for either course we will remain at a crossroads. It is easy to receive a postage paid “Vote” and send it in the mail. It takes some small effort to appear at one Meeting a year to actualize your sentiments. As we all grow older and die off, what will be our “Legacy” ? – JH


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Membership open to U.S. armed forces Veterans who served on active duty (other than training purpose) in Vietnam between February 28.1961 and May 7, 1975, or any other duty location between August 5, 1964 and May 7, 1975.ATTENTION: All new members must submit a copy of your DD Form-214 along with this application and dues payment.

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___Individual Member – 1 year: $20 (One year Membership Special $10.00)(Chapter 299 only), Individual Member – 3 years: $50, Life Member – Ages 56-60: $200, Ages 61-65: $175, Ages 66-71: $150., Ages 72+: $100, Life Member Time Payment Plan - $50 down, $25/month (until age bracket is paid in full) * (Please make checks payable to “VVA”)Associate Membership available to anyone not covered by the requirements for VVA membership. This includes family, members, friends, and Veterans not eligible for VVA Membership. (One year VVA Membership Special - $10.00 - this is only offered by Chapter 299 & must be sent to Chapter address).

If there are any questions please call (309) 788-2729 (Membership Chairman) or (309) 788-VETS (8387)(Leave message)Chapter 299 meets the third Tuesday of each month (except December) at 7:00 pm at the R. I. Arsenal Cafeteria. VISITORS WELCOME! COME CHECK US OUT BEFORE YOU JOIN! Return your completed application with payment and a copy of your DD Form-214 to:

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VET 2 VET REPORTVET 2 VET went to Country House Residence in February to spread good cheer to the people there. Taking part in handing out Patriotic Hats, lapel pins, Flags and playing card were, Jerry Lingard, Fred “Hammer” Swim, Dale Baker, Larry Tschappat, Steve Brenner and Frenchy Eaves. A Chapter 299 Charter member is living Country House – Jeff “Doc” Lance. “Doc” was so very pleased to see us, and his Mother, Eileen resides there too. Vet 2 Vet was very well received and all had a good time. Vet 2 Vet Chairman – Paul “Frenchy” Eaves

CATERING – HOG ROASTER UPDATEAs of the November 2013 the Catering Crew for Chapter 299 wrapped up the year with 4 Events that occurred after publication. On December 11th they met at the Viking Club to internally assess the year and make rough plans for going forward into Year 2015.The Viking Club held their annual Open House Sunday December 21st and the Catering Crew provided a minimum 4 Volunteers to help with this event. The Viking Club provides a staging area for Chapter 299 to do all the prep and clean up work throughout the year.

The Roaster and its utensils were all stowed away and put “in mothballs” in December 2014. The Roaster and the Crew will take a respite from all Catering Activities until early Springtime 2015.As always, your editors request more Member Volunteers for our Chapter’s largest fund raising vehicle. Whether you can pitch in to help stage an event at the Viking Club in Moline, assist with clean up there after an event or pitch in for any amount of time at an event, The Catering Crew needs help. If you can only spare an hour or two a few times during the Roasting Season, those hours will be greatly appreciated by the hard working – core group. Please consider Volunteering this year. JL, BA, JH

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ILLINOIS VVA STATE SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT – ABBY BEATY

Larry Tschappat, President of Chapter 299 - Quad Cities Vietnam Veterans of America, presents Abagail “Abby” Beaty, this years’ winner of the Illinois State VVA Scholarship Award, with congratulations and a one thousand dollar check. Abby wishes to express great appreciation to the Illinois State Vietnam Veterans Association and to Chapter 299 for this Scholarship. Abby is working her way through college attending Scott Community College to obtain her Nursing degree. Abby is a childhood cancer survivor and in addition to working at Trinity West Hospital also Volunteers as many hours as possible at the USO along with her Mother who is also a Nurse. Abby is the Granddaughter of Thomas Hickson Sr., Life Member of Chapter 299. * Submitted by Grandfather, Thomas Hickson Sr.

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