Twenty-one-year-old Steven A. Wowwk arrived as an infantryman in the Armys First Cavalry Division in Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam in early January 1969 to fight in an escalating and increasingly unwinnable war. Finally after 10 months found a job,human resources person said that they didnot mind hiring Vietnam Veterans .as long as I was not drug addict or involved in any war attrocities. got rocketed big time because it was the start of the TET offensive. ) Before I married my loving wife, I told her of some of my experiences, but not all of them showed her all themedicine With the internet and sites like this, Im hoping to hear from someone I served with I would like to see how much that differs from the civilian population and are they no. Nice to be reminded of our true niche in historythank God, not the Hollywood one! No way of accounting for the incidence of this from 1972-85. We spent more forward deployed time than the WW2 vets, we never lost a major battle, we were greeted with the most abuse and disdain from the country we had served than any previous generation of veteran, and we were the genesis of all war-fighting doctrine today. Greensburg, Indiana, U.S. Garwood was transferred to North Vietnam in 1969, and according to reports, he was freed in 1973 along with the other American prisoners of war as part of the Paris Peace Accords. That in a sense is a violation of Federal law and should be attacked by those with means to do so. The false number of 850,00 originates from the phony website of the American War Museum, which disseminates much false information for reasons only its manager (it is a one-man operation) might know. Give me a week. An overwhelming majority of Vietnam Veterans are male (6.2M) while in the civilian populaon females (47.7M) outnumber males by 20.5M. A lot of guys found themselves in the sh-t and were not grunts. Mike, The Vietnam Veterans Memorial was dedicated on November 10 . So long ago-time tames the memories and makes them Kind!!!! HEROLD, W.Va. A half century after serving in Vietnam, hundreds of veterans have a new reason to believe they may be dying from a silent bullet test results show some men may have been infected by a slow-killing parasite while fighting in the jungles of Southeast Asia. Burkett is the author of Stolen Valor: How the Vietnam Generation Was Robbed of its Heroes and its History, which was published in 1998 and received widespread acclaim. Stay alive & sane thanks to Valium I am still alive for now NOT from the V.A., I use my own Doctor. The number of Vietnam veterans affected by the chemical Agent Orange is astonishing. but sofar nothing how many are reallyleft? You must (with very few exceptions) have a high school diploma. second tour. (Reuters Health) - Higher than average death rates among Vietnam War veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) suggest that combat trauma may still be affecting veterans' health even decades after the war, according to a new study. Welcome Home John. civilian world and create a new life for ourselves. The reporting found that about 700 veterans with cholangiocarcinoma have been seen by the VA in the past 15 years. please pardon the French. Born: 09/15/1946. He and I flew out of Da Nang on the morning of Jan 1, 1968 (that night Da Nang A.B. Hometown: Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. Garwood is sometimes identified as the last documented American prisoner of war from the Vietnam War. Did you know that is the day Ho Chi Minh died? I too am a Life VVA member and Past President. have served in-country was: 9,492,958. Thank god for them. I do not concur with this figure. NO I was stationed on Hill 55 for 6 months, and stationed at Da Nang Air Base (Rocket City as you know) with 1st L.A.A.M. The past 5 years has seen a ton of so called veteran statistics that are clearly confabulated. Like I always said .we died in Nam , just havent fallen over yet.Too bad all the imposters dont die just as quick or quicker. Dan Bullock (December 21, 1953 June 7, 1969) was a United States Marine and the youngest U.S. serviceman killed in action during the Vietnam War, dying at the age of 15. Born: 08/27/1943. How do you say let's keep in touch professionally? Veteran Mike Baughman, 65, who was featured in the previous AP article, said his claim was granted early this year after being denied three times. Something to be proud of! Thats 390 per day. Fort Hood, Texas another armpit and volunteeredfor a second tour. This is an awsome blog, I am glad I have found it. . american legion of purple hearts. I will check on this for you. As a mental health nurse in the 1970s who worked the suicide prevention and crisis unit for 4 years, I can tell you there were alot. But looking out the window and seeing civilians stop to watch the small convoy of hospital-bound vehicles, his excitement turned to confusion. The Vietnam veterans, we couldnt believe it. I am slowly dying from AO and my country has once again tried to spit on me. I welcomed 2 Marines back home and they returned the gesture. According to the DVA 490,135 in country Vietnam Veterans died during the years 2000-2007 and that translates to approximately192 per day. Any numbers on this would be greatly appreciated. I am a Marine Vietnam Vet (6/67-7/68) & a MarineDesert Shield/Storm Vet. 1 killed in the Nam, 2 dead by their own hand. Since 1988, The War Library has been making efforts to confirm the names of all United States military personnel who served in Vietnam or who were awarded the Vietnam War Service Medal. SFC (Ret.) We took care of the Big Red 1 and the 173rd Sky soliders Long Bein . ive always just repied yes, and left it at that. When my wife and I go to a restaurant I always ask for a booth or table by the wall, so I can see whats going on around me. that 6 months after I left everybody rotated back to the states, say reminds me of Btln. Found your article after reading so many obits lately where the guy was a Vietnam vet and wondering. Vietnam veterans are dying at the rate of 390 deaths each day. Sorry you feel that way. Age: 75. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. "Personally, I got what I needed, but if you look at the bigger picture with all these other veterans, they don't know what necessarily to do," he said. Sen Jim Webb when he was Secretary of the Navy wrote an excellent article how the media, and in some cases the goverment gave birth to the myth that all Nam vets were in some way impaired or Rambos waiting to happen. I took her to Punchbowl and then she understood. i just found out that they will not cover navy personal that didnt go ashore & do have agent orange in there blood . results. The following are some That takes courage to return to war, or maybe they wanted to get out of a statside armpit like I did when reassigned to Fort Lewis, Washington It may precede a counter-appeal. This study was limited by the relatively short follow-up and the young age of the veterans. Jun. Magazine, the Public Information Office, and the HQ CP Forward Observer There does seem to be some amorphous time clock inside the Vietnam Veteran. I have been reading the Veteran for 20 years and it has always scared the crap out of me. Cheers. Vallo Thanks Jim, that was very thorough. Before the lottery was implemented in the latter part of the Vietnam conflict, there was no system in place to determine order of call besides the fact that men between the ages of 18 and 26 were vulnerable to being drafted. VA said not related to Agent Orange. We were in the tents in the mud in 1966 /67 . 65-66 and Fed-67. When I returned to the U.S. from Nam I remember walking thru LAX terminal in uniform and having people call me names, one having attempted to spit on me. A fellow soldier in the 134th assault helicopter company with me shot and killed himself just down the hall from where I slept while I was sleeping. In any case, we who served our country continue to die on a daily basisin greater and greater numbers. Was an 11B grunt with the First Air Cav (C1/7) in 71/72. what does that tell u? of Veterans Affairs that was the only fullfilling job I ever had. i mention the verified stressers, as i wonder if that could help in the decision on a cib. V.F.W. On June 7, 1969, Bullock was killed by small arms fire while on night watch at An Hoa combat base. Age: 77. I hope you all know that if you were in country and have diabetes you are basically automatically qualified for soem degree of compensation their is a presumptive connection as there is with various cancers. Three weeks ago I suffered by 4th stroke, each attributed to ISD. Often asked: What To Say In A Letter To A Veteran? Strapped to a gurney in a retrofitted bus, Wowwk and other wounded servicemen felt excitement at being back on American soil. Both are unlikely to life to 70, and both have suffered life-threatening diseases already which they are lucky to have survived. statistics that are at once depressing yet in a larger sense should give you a HUGE SENSE OF PRIDE. FAQ: What Are My Benefits As A 100 Disabled Veteran? Hi Mike. Some, like Wowwk, say they had invectives hurled their way; others, like naval officer Ford Cole, remember being spit on. I have been attending my unit Reunions since 1990, and at least 40 % of our Unit is deceased. He led his men on operations that lasted 30 days or more in some of Vietnams most inhospitable conditions, without shaving, bathing or changing clothing. For those who believe that the stories of being spit on and being called baby killers and other injustices is crap than you are living in a dream world. Because they will be OLD and it their turn. EM Club after that, I never saw Walker again. The VA rejected 80 percent of the requests, but decisions often appeared to be haphazard or contradictory, depending on what desks they landed on, the AP found. Please look at his webpage: just to crunch no. Why are Vietnam vets dying so fast? Though rarely found in Americans, the parasites infect an estimated 25 million people worldwide, mostly in Asia. A friend of mine who is an in-country veteran asked me to look into the topic of how many Vietnam veterans are still alive. "I didn't think it would be me.". This article highlights the eligibility criteria and important information for filing a claim for benefits. It can take decades for symptoms to appear. Pu u Owaina in Hawaiian. Since 9/11, patriotic gestures, like wearing flag pins and saying, Thank you for your service, have become common, as more troops are sent to Iraq and Afghanistan. But what are you doing in addition to saying thank you?. Required fields are marked *. Mike. We read this article at our last meeting thanks again. This was partly due to the logistics of the never-ending conflict. Criteria for Eligibility Your email address will not be published. MarDivPhoto on Oct 9, 2009 refers to the American War Museum website, and mike_brewer on Oct 12, 2009 refers to the Vietnam War Museum, both as the source of the number 850,000 living Vietnam veterans. These statistics were taken from a variety of sources to include: The VFW I believe they may be using no. Northport VA Medical Center spokesman Christopher Goodman confirmed the New York facility collected the samples and sent them to the lab. Why are Vietnam vets dying so fast? I was a aircraft sheetmetal repairman. I went fucking ballistic. American soldiers returning home from Vietnam often faced scorn as the war they had fought in became increasingly unpopular. If true, 390 VN vets die a day. Pete, be sure to ask your DAV guy if he thinks you have exhausted the Reconsideration process. This was met by skeptisim by most Veterans groups. Do you mean more information about Agent Orange? The last Vietnam Vet will die in 2047. The excess mortality, especially through motor vehicle accidents, suicide, homicide, and accidental poisonings, occurred mainly in the first 5 years after discharge from active duty and involved. About 30 percent of Vietnam vets have had PTSD in their lifetime, the highest rate among veteran groups from all eras, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' National Center for PTSD. Im a former member of the 173rd Abn Bde-First (Army) in VNam from The Rock Related:More evidence Agent Orange causes cancer. Last name: Mike why is gods name would all these people claim to have went to that septic tank they call vietnam? I served in Nam 68-69 with Shore Party detached to the 5th Marines in An Hoa. I found out later that most of the men who enlisted for 4 years volunteeredfor They have since been removed and for now he's doing well. Were they spat on understanding the homecoming experience of Vietnam veterans? In 2018, the median income of Vietnam veterans and that of non-veterans was almost equivalent: It was significantly lower for veterans, who had served their country between the ages of 63 and 78 at the time, coming in at $63,300 as opposed to the average of $65,000 for nonveterans. Except for one, we were all medics. Alcohol induced psychosis and death from toxicity is not suicide, or is it? But the specter of Vietnam still lingers, and some of that wars veterans view such acts with a wary glance. you guys, but kinda gives me the chills, considering this is the kind of Mike I was on the USS America CVA 66 in 1970 and as such am part of the Blue Water Navy that is being shunned by the VA and congress. Why are Vietnam vets dying so fast? There is only ONE KIND OF VIET NAM VET,,ONE WHO WAS THERE. According to an estimate by the New York Times, there were 8.4 million Vietnam veterans who were still alive in the year 2000.Of those, 1.1 million had passed away.It was also estimated that there will be a total of 138,000 Vietnam veterans who will pass away every year from this point forward.Editorial note from the administrator of the website: For me, the estimate from two years ago of 610 thousand seems to make the most sense. MarDivPhoto on Oct 9, 2009 refers to the American War Museum website, and mike_brewer on Oct 12, 2009 refers to the Vietnam War Museum, both as the source of the number 850,000 living Vietnam veterans. Can I cut apples the night before for apple pie? In the United States 17-year-olds may join the armed forces with the written agreement of parents. I know a man who is 86 years old,from Nogales, and was at ground zero at Hiroshima in a grave identification unit, who just filed a claim last year. Fact: Assuming KIAs accurately represented age groups serving in Vietnam, the average age of an infantryman (MOS 11B) serving in Vietnam to be 19 years old is a myth, it is actually 22. "But until further research, a recommendation cannot be made either way.". We returned home to an uncertain future with no skills needed in the civilian world, we would make our way the best we could in this )to be with the forward observers that were attached to e-troop. The federal agency sent its sympathies but no money. (Reuters Health) Higher than average death rates among Vietnam War veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) suggest that combat trauma may still be affecting veterans health even decades after the war, according to a new study. while i was with e-troop, i noticed after any contacts or firefights these e-troop guys were receiving cibs. Somethings Ill never do: ps I was transfered to the 201st aviation co. in Nha Trang in 1972 to finnish my tour . Yer pal, Ferraeri Bubba. How old did you have to be to be drafted in Vietnam? good info on your post, keep up the good work! According to figures provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs of the United States, 530 Vietnam veterans pass away every single day. I was nearly arrested for trying to defend my honor and service against that idiot. So my main man at the DAV said were not going to appeal. A lot of them give me that blank stare like, 'You've got what?'". Looking for people who served in the 134th assault helicopter co. from 1971 to 1972. Thank you. I feel confident they will take care of you now. In my military career, I personaly wrote CIB support letters for over 20 non-11B soldiers whom I knew had spent more than 180 days in a forward deployed posture and were under combat conditions, 6 receiving purple hearts none received the CIB. Many soldiers and Marines with support MOSs have received the CIB and CAR. Have you tried to apply? Sleep well brother. Good luck and take care -Jim. It stopped short of urging them to get ultrasounds or other tests, saying there was currently no evidence the vets had higher infection rates than the general population. Seventeen year-old James Calvin Ward was one of them. Bill. 1st Recon April 12, 1997. Meanwhile, all my friends were crying that they didnt even have money for transportation.cool news However the main reason for me using an AION kinah guide was to get the millions I needed to buy the best PvP gear at the brokers. I too have found the Veterans War Museum to be a bit odd at times. Subject: Fwd: ED SCHULTZNATIONAL TALK HOSTDISABLED VET DENIED JUSTICE! Abit more images would be nice. Guy C. Lamunyon At your next response, should you be so kind, I will tell you of a career U.S. Navy hero who died alone, broke, unsung in a Trailer park in Oregon. I have met many men who were spat upon. No it does not mean that you are not a combat veteran. She was right. Astonishing! Went looking for a new job,on foot walking many miles every day,but when they foung out that i was a vietnam veteran they would not hire me.Some would ask if I was a Drug addict 0r killed people etc. i have been 100% dav. so in 2190 days.from today, lucky to be a Vietnam veteran alive. At a time when I was paying $300 a credit, my entire educational benefit was $126. And when it came to finding a job, he was met with thinly veiled disgust and discrimination from law firms upon learning he was a Vietnam infantry veteran. Why are Vietnam vets dying so fast? He lived for three days after that incident. Any way you cut it, the saga of self- destruction was frequent and very, very sad. During that year, 1,928 soldiers died in the Vietnam War. I get to testify and present them with the story of a 20 y/o medic carrying dead and wounded around for 14 months in country. Age 67. tell me what you think about the article I just wrote about former Senator Alan Simpson, at TucsonCitizen.com His comments about Agent Orange victims are going to keep me up nights! My husband is former Marine (in Vietnam 1966-67) and diagnosed with Parkinsons, diabetes, etc. Aloha As of this date The American War Library estimates that approximately 610,000 Americans who served on land in Vietnam or in the air over Vietnam between 1954 and 1975 are alive today. I received a memo from the Virginia VA dated March 9, 2010 stating that although VA was required to publish the new regulation by March 12, 2010 (in accordance with the Agent Orange Act of 1991 stipulating timeframes for action), VA would be unable to meet that date. Roughly 300-thousand veterans have died from Agent Orange exposure -- that's almost five times as many as the 58-thousand who died in combat. if you check the http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com and search the Obits section, you can see two of the most recent: 7512 Lost contact with him years ago, wish him the best. Yes some do fabricate stuff. The obituarities almostevery day in our area list someone who served in Vietnam. Some may have escaped the digs and harsh words and that is good but make no mistake those things did happen. You should document that to the Patient Advocate Office. Before you visit your local recruiter, be sure you meet the minimum qualifications for serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. What is the average lifespan of a veteran? In 1970 received a letter from him Even though thousands served with the Infantry units as FOs, Dog Handlers, EOD etc. What percentage of Vietnam veterans actually saw combat? There is no way that 69% of those who served are now dead, as is easily noted by the unit reunions that occur and the personal circle of other vets than many vets have. It is a travestywhen I hear about men who gave so much and who are in a sense betrayed by the verygovernment and country they served. Over the entire follow-up period, the total death rate for Vietnam veterans was 17% higher than for other veterans. Can you send flowers anonymously through 1800flowers? (Reuters Health) - Higher than average death rates among Vietnam War veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) suggest that combat trauma may still be affecting veterans' health even decades after the war, according to a new study. A half century after serving in Vietnam, hundreds of veterans have a new reason to believe they may be dying from a silent bullet test results show some men may have been infected by a. No way of accounting for one car accidents either. I dont have any but ONE Viet Vet friend still alive, he and I served in Marines 1st marine Airwing, 1967 at Da Nang Air Base and left the day befor TET offensive started Jan 1, 1968. 24 dont know about We who served America do not deserve this treatment. The dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in 1982 began the process, but many identify the Gulf War of 1990-91with its national flag-waving, yellow-ribbon cultural mobilization and the grand celebrations of a successful campaignas ending Vietnam Syndrome. The Obituaries in the Veteran Magazine published by Vietnam Veterans of America, a highly credible organization, have a long list of birthdays between 1946-50. educated man, besidesrocknroll there is Classical Music, Jazz and other favorites does not receiving a cib mean im not a combat vet? In case you havent been paying attention these past few decades after you And before we ate our food they came from the beach and were to be sprayed along with everything else that the VA is making this presumption for having boots on the ground for even one minute. This is a question as I have not been able to find the source of 13M+ falsely claiming to be RVN vets. Any anecdotal evidence that has come my way over the years is not from books. I do know this. The number of claims submitted reached 60 in 2017, up from 41 last year. 7,484 women (6,250 or 83.5% were nurses) served in Vietnam. for 30 years and now runs Opus Peace, a nonprofit that provides educational materials for health . I was never spit on and in fact the only real negative stuff I saw when I got back was that lots of folks just didnt want to hear from us about our experiences. In Americans, the Vietnam veterans affected by the Department of veterans Affairs that was start. 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