I was stationed at Ubon RTAFB from Nov 1968 to Nov 1969. I remember watching them clear the perimeter so my question does the VA recognize Takhli around that time for agent orange area to worry about. Response to Charles Ernest Hill 12/20/22. There is a Facebook group that I have found very helpful. My husband served in the marine stationed in Udorn Thiland in 1962. I am not well and my partner is the one working my concerns and posting this for-me. What happened to the military bases in Vietnam? Started at UTapao in73. Our aircraft U21 LE and LJ were returned to the States. I have contacted an attorney. This progressed to bladder cancer,2 brain tumors, and a epitheliod sarcoma on his leg. More information on this topic can be found in a book series titled Veterans and Agent Orange. I was stationed at NKP Thailand from March 1974 to March 1975 with the 6908th Security Squadron. I was at Camp Samae San, Sattahip. Itincludes, on its reverse,amap of American installations within the Thai capital of Bangkok. worked KC-135 and B-52D flight line phase on west side and Bomber run-up 0n the Eastside. Just had my Moderna shots recently at Dingell Hodpital, just trying to stay alive! Bases in Thailand During the Vietnam War and Agent Orange. Why because unlike todays veterans who get 100 % disability for a bum knew or anxiety everyone know the Vietnam Vet gets nothing. By the day's end, three C-141A aircraft would lift off from . Many of my friends that served with me have gotten cancer from Agent Orange. Prostate monitor. It covers all the toxic burn pit issues for the Gulf Wars and also amends the most recent SEA OA requirements to include all service members during that period in all the associated countries by eliminating those proof of use, perimeter, or date requirements. He always told me to keep all of his military papers. Library of Congress. Stationed at Udorn 11/69 9/70. VA does not recognize IBM There is no record of my TDY. Could be mixed up on Battalion designation, not sure. My husband still has his drivers license because he was one of the drivers. What a shame! I was first denied by the VA, but quickly GRANTED a VA Disability when the Dale K. Graham Veterans Foundation required a higher level review. The Navy P3 Orions operated off the same ramp as the C-130 SCOOT airlift. I wonder if the Thai Government would fess up to the surrounding areas from our Bases had many people come down with symtoms of Agent Orange. I now have a Neo Bladder . I on occasion had to cannibalize parts to repair my aircraft. Hi all I know this is a long shot but Ive tried many and every means to help me to form my family puzzle in terms of my moms side in which I can say currently. Stationed with the 5th RRU Det D in Nung Sung Thailand , 1966, 67 U.S. Army lived in tents several miles from Udorn Airbase. Part 2: In more than 70% of cases related to vitiligo the primary cause wasOxidative Stress. Prostate cancer, ishemic heart disease, hypothyroidism. He was a Security Policeman, often on the flight lines and perimeters, stations, etc. not only did we load it on to the Air Craft down by the Beach end of the runway but our BKS where located not more than 50ft. Veterans, So far my atty its winning my case-Ischemic heart disease from exposure to herbicides at Udorn RTAFB-APR 69-APR70. I also spent much of my free time in the city of Korat. I have heard of other guys having missing records from military. The use was directly across from the ,RED HORSE, heavy equipment AO. 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. Thailand also was buffered from the conflict zone by Laos and Cambodia, thereby making it safer forAmerican personnel. Message for Karen Whitfield who posted on September 12, 2022 at 6:04 pm, I was at 6908 Security Squadron NKP July 1974 to June 1975 and made a successful disability claim for Agent Orange (Parkinsons and Type 2 Diabetes) and PTSD. I have since developed NON HODGKINS LYMPHOMA STAGE 3 CANCER a VA PRESUMED AQUIRED DESEASE from exposure to AGENT ORANGE. Im the widow of Ernest Whitfield who was stationed at NKP in 74he was a communications specialist eho passed on 11.05.14 at age 62. This second edition waspublished by USARPAC (United States Army Pacific) onNovember 1, 1969. We also took our r and r in Udorn. I want to file for agent orange exposure. I have document from 56th CES at NKP showing that the perimeter was sprayed in 1971. I also have diabetes third stage For my claim I have to locate where my barracks were on that base, which I dont remember. I was stationed at Don Maung RTAFB Dec 24,1966. 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. We were just south of Udorn. Also Served in Vietnam 1971-1972. TCDD>Oxidative Stress. I arrived at Ubon AFB on December 24th, 1971. Going to start my investigation into applying for AO funds before things get worse and its too late. Public outcry and official investigations followed. Branch working with F-105 and EB-66 aircraft. I would be happy to help you with that. History []. This is where recovered crashed or DBR aircraft were stored. Hellolooking for Mike Duncan (6908 security squadron in 74-75) who made a post on 11.02.20 regarding AO. Applied in 2015 for Compensation according to the Presumable VA list, and was denied not service connected. Can barely walk because of the pain. I was tdy to Nam and Laos. Heart attack and by-pass in 1999,Gaul Bladder removal,Prostate cancer,Rheumatoid Arthritis,two operations for blocked arteries in leg,Cysts in groin. I came down with large cell B cell non hodgkins lymphoma and it damned near killed me. Va has denied my diabetes. During my tour, we would get called out to check the sensors located around the perimeter if there was a problem with one of the units. Aircraft mechanic. Our shop truck would pull up to the plane and we downloaded our stuff and proceeded to the well-guarded shop. Served with the 432nd MMS in Udorn from September 1966-67. Developed soft tissue sarcoma from agent orange exposure. Thanks. 7 claims filed , 5 denied ,,, received letter showing 2 claims service related and even though my Agent Orange was denied , I am listed with the VA as Herbicide Exposed Veteran. They are trying to determine where exactly he was and if he went off base. I will gladly help any veteran or dependent with any information or photos that I have, including any and all my knowledge of my personal experiences with the Herbicides used at Phu Mu freely. I have multiple medical issues associated with agent orange yet I have been repeatedly denied my last denial was in 2019 because the US Army and Joint Records cannot concede my exposure to tactical or commercial herbicides even though I have repeatedly claim and provided personal statements to the contrary. While one can see the locations of Thai military facilities, absent are installations and perimeter defenses that may have been added later by American forces. So far all claims been denied over the last 20 years .Hypertension, Diabetes II, Liver and skin cancer, Cardiac ablation (2002), etc. I know there was jungle very near where we were located. I was Security Police. I have successfully filed for service related disability due to agent orange exposure while I was with the 6908 security squadron at NKP Thailand July 74 to June 75. To: Thomas Hawn I was in korat us army and i was assigned to the 596th quater master and work as a mechanic on 2 vechiles that were my responsibility. Luckily I actually had a hard copy of my travel pay ticket showing the transit route and signed by some ops Officer so I could collect my transit pay. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); These blogs are governed by the general rules of respectful civil discourse. Asking for assistance with photos, locations of where he might have been in barracks/dining recreation on the beach? I had to enlist the aid of my Congressman because up to then the VA kept rejecting my claims. There were canine units there. Was on TDY Mar through Aug 1973 (from Nellis AFB) Worked out of POL as a Flightline Monitor. From there we went on missions taking supplies, to where we were told, Cambodia. were bombing before they did. I have been denied any benefits for Agent Orange and my health is failing loosing my motor skills and quality of life. I am a complete and totally disabled veteran for this experience. I left a wife and a 8 and 6 year old on Christmas day 1969 heading to San Francisco for my flight to Bangkok. remove a user's privilege to post content on the Library site. Im not trymg to blaim anyone because it was their job. The Thai government then allowed the United States Air Force in Thailand to use its air and naval bases. The whole camp was defoliated to build the camp. Please email me with any info, also any contact inf on LT Col Dillard or Lt Garry urbanowitz. His name was Robert Lewis . Unfortunately, VA will not accept award of the Medal as proof of service within the coordinates outlined for Medal Criteria. We never trained a Vietnamese pilot. NKP Feb 70, Feb 71. Im from Michigan as well as my grandfather, if anyone has any bit of info for me that would be great, appreciate you for your time. I worked for the USAFSS in 1975 at Utapao; my little group serviced U-2 aircraft (ECM and encrypted radios) based there which intercepted radio communications while soaring at high altitude over Laos and Cambodia. I have prostate cancer and I have provided proof that I was there and is still awaiting a decision. Unit transfered to Rum-Chit-Thai just south ou Sakon Nakon. I primarily worked the flight line. I was also told if I get cancer I qualify anyone have any information please contact me. I got assigned as a Augmentee to security police and r was on peremiter several times as well as in the jungle . Air America supported us with aircraft and civilian pilots on our classified mission. Served at Korat RTAFB from late January 68 til 17 November 68 . Their Search Radar was in a tent very near the Mekong River, that is where I spent most of my time while visiting Mukdahon. He passed away on 08/06/2020. He was at Udon 1969 to 1971. Starting the process of compensation and was told it will be denied and then would need to go directly to the VA. Assigned to Army medical laboratory near perimeter of Korat AFB in1969.my recollection was that is was located near the perimeter. The list is in chronological order by date beginning in June 1965 and ending in March 1973. He worked as supply clerk for 809th infantry division, a construction detachment. so that 20% had done me ALL good, Hope this gives you an idea what to do one last thing, there is a VA . Commit by VA, there was no agent orange used in NKP. Dont know how to get it to those who want iit. These were replaced in the late 1980s by aircraft from the Soviet Union. i WAS IN THE ARMY IN THAILAND FROM 1967/68 AND WAS STATION IN KORAT, UDON, AND BANGKOK AND HAVE BEEN DENIED DISABILITY FOR AGENT ORANGE . 'Service of Air Defence - Air Force') or the Vietnamese Air Force (VNAF, Khng qun Vit Nam (KQVN) ), is the aerial warfare service branch of Vietnam. The official website of the Andersen Air Force Base. on December 18, 1972, 87 B-52s were launched from Andersen in one hour and 43 minutes. Correction by poster. Bob. There was a small detachment of Army Trac 97 electronic technicians next door to the Quenset Hut where my electronics was located. The guys who worked on this computer needed to get a bus or at later hours rides to their duty station. Both times, I was blown off (military records confirm this). We are trying to find out what squadron he was possibly in. Found I had CLL in November of 2018. Parkinsons has come up in discussion in the last year. In 2004-2005 conducted research and summited a report on the use of Agent Orange in Thailand to the U.S. House of Representatives Veterans Affairs Committee. Assigned as an Trying to help a friend with his benefits, he was with the 23rd Tac Fighter Wing at Korat Royal Thai AFB during summer 1973 but cant find any personnel documents that list the names of people who were sent there. I know I was exposed to Agent Orange sprayed around Hooches, perimeter road and everywhere else they wanted to kill vegetation. My mother worked for Philco Tech-Reps Division from 1966 to 1970. was searching for information about Philco-Ford in Thailand and came across this blog. We stayed in concrete barracks. CLL cancer diagnosed 2017. Thailand in the Vietnam War - Wikipedia The date on the order is: 1/15/1968 and the other last names listed are:Fisher, Samson, Proctor, Mapano, Shively, Dyson, Sadler, Dorenzo, Gregory, Fountain. we had no military police to do this. I am helping a widow to file for DIC benefits. as an Agent Orange servive connected disability. He passed 20 years ago and I am still trying to get compensation. Christmas campaign. Breaks my heart for all of you vets who served time for our country, and are having to fight for medical benefits! I was a cable splicer and worked the parameter and between runways in the dirt and in trenches/pits. Stationed camp friendship 1965-1966.538 engineers.Anybody left sure would be nice too hear from you. Thanks. I was stationed in Bangkok, Thailand with Deputy Chief JUSMAG from March 1969 to August 1970. Have had a heart attack. Melvin A. Bosch Msgt Retired. On and off flightline daily to preflight and postflight equipment aboard aircraft. I only found out that agent orange was part of my life. Also, have been hit with Inclsion Body Myositis-IBM (diagnosed following two muscle biopsies). definkyely exposed to herbicidee. We all were exposed due to winds, aircraft movements so the VAs claim of perimeter exposure is their way to throw us under the bus. we lived in tents, waited for rain to shower and ate c-rats until the seabees came. As for AO, I dont know of anyone from the Rose Garden making claims for AO caused disabilities there. So, my thoughts are that anyone that is reading this long comment, please dont give up when filing a VA Claim and make sure that whomever is doing the research (such as a VFW VSO, AmVets, DAV, etc) are qualified to look deep into your Military Personnel and Medical Records and, dont just let them assume that its not an issue worth pursuing, as if I never did, I wouldnt be receving the exemplary care from the Manila VA in the way of prescribed medication and the physicians that I saw that made the correct diagnosis. I was an electro-mechanical specialist on the FLIR (Forward Looking Infra Red) system. Your military records show which contracted airlines took you there and return. I was surrounded with dirt and mud as the base was still under construction. I was stationed at Korat from Jan 1975 to June 1975. Service officers tell me different things. I was in the Air Force in Thailand from May 66 to May 67. Im a diabetic, have thyroid issues. I was on the flight line every night, B52 s. I was stationed at NKP from Jan 71 to Jan 72. This documents U2 operation out of Utapao. I, myself, have not suffered from exposure there, but several of my colleagues and good friends from that period have died from complications due to Agent Orange, and several others still fight the ongoing process of the exposure. The disagreements outcome became known as Palace Lightning, and I wound up at Kunsan AFB. At U-Tapao Royal Thai Navy Base, Agent Orange was used July 1973.I hope this helps anyone. The VA treats all of us Thailand vets like bastard children, like we dont deserve Vietnam veteran status. I know I did it, I remember how dark it was out there at night. Is their any help out there? He did live off base with my mother when he returned in August of 72. There are some exceptions that they now allow. I was with the 7th RRFS, 05H, from June 71 to June 73. bang pla thailand. Stationed at Takhli and Korat Thailand from May 1970 to May 1972. Also for those of you there around that time frame, how about Pete? I am sure Agent Orange was used at Utapao. Every one of them. He told my sister he worked on the perimeter of the base and we have pictures of big communications antennas. Probably just lousy health. I have been trying for 3 years to get COMPENSATION with NO GO from the VA. Can you help what do you guys think pretty sorry. I have one picture taken in 1974 on 5060 showing a couple parked P3s. He was denied for the cancer drugs he needed. I was sstationeed at Karot TDY from CCK Taiwan may 74-July 74, I worked flight line for 2 months 24/7 on 130s, would like to talk with anyone who served at this time. We lived on the economy and rode motorcycles to work. I was stationed in Northeast Thailand from July 69 to July 70 as a USAFSS Ditty Bopper detached to the U.S. Armys 7th RRFS, at Ramasun Station, north of Udorn RTAFB. Anyone willing to share photos or maps, etc? I am working on behalf of his estate as last denial came in 12/2021 claiming no proof of actual Vietnam service even though awarded the Vietnam Service and Campaign ribbons. Response to Bob Morgan: Worked at Communication Center. I think I have identified the building on a map of the base but the building is only labelled 1665. Good luck to those attempting to get benefits. The VA asked for a buddy letter to prove my assignment. I noticed some people spraying in that area and ask if they were spraying for mosquitos , and was told yes with some new stuff called AGENT ORANGE! Not sure of base, archives claims records are lost. This blog is governed by the general rules of respectful civil discourse. Any advice is appreciated. He ha all the diabetis, two open heart surgeries and parkensons. Worked at 355FMS-AGE. The 652nd Topographic Engineer Battalion depicted the broad reach of American forces in Thailand, which can be seen below. Any records on the flight routes would be helpful. I was there when the Thai workers and an airman arrived in a pickup truck and pulled what was a converted Water Buffalo tanker. U.S. In 1968, a Secret U.S. Base Was Overrun By Elite Vietnamese Commandos Was anyone station there during that time that might remember any of this time and remember where he lived. On 02s with 23rd TASS. Reassigned to Korat 02 Oct 1975 till the U.S Served 98-70 NKP. This writerhopes thatthese mapswill help shed more light on this understudied facet of the Vietnam War; in addition, and no less important, raise awareness about Americanservice personnelwho wereexposed to Agent Orange while in Thailand. Traveled down to the beach for burgers, etc., at the snack bar,and out the gates to town (Newland). Told I qualified d not to worry, they still refused and said his opinion was just that an opinion and the VA doesnt have to follow his recommendations. Im a granddaughter whos grandfather served in a recon unit in Udorn, Thailand in 1961. I also was a staff sergeant and we lived in the airmen barracks at the front of the base. Our area was not declassified till 2010. Thank you, I was stationed in Ubon, Thailand. One was near or in the central supply. Many of the comments Ive read here are extremely disturbing. Returned on a 30-year non-disclosure for witness to Genocide. He was denied. Im discouraged by the treatment of VA claims. His reply was always that he was required to not discuss his duties. The Dr. advised me to make a claim with the VA. Was stationed at Takhli from 7/67-7/68. Had surgery to remove lymph nodes in my groin and starting chemo next week. Air Force units closed operations 26 February 76. I performed a variety of duties (assembled bombs including laser guided worked at the bomb dump as well as the bomb/flare/rocket build-up areas at a fenced-in perimeter location, and delivered various munitions to F4s on the flight line as well as flares and 20mm rounds to AC130 Spectre aircraft). We had 197 people on board with gear and just cleared the fence at the end of runway leaving Holloman. USAF 2 years in Danang,Phu-Chat,Vietnam,Ubon Thailand the Government could care less about our health problems take you Oxicodone and shut up, and thats if they will even send it to you thats Our Reward for going to war ! I have a picture of him in front of Jet with four other men, i I have there names and would like to find them also! Lived in a wooden hooch at end of the runway and worked in all areas of the base. Hopefully Ill have better understanding on how to manage my application through the VA. Ill research those websites mentioned to inform us on the 500 meter zone coverage. I WAS STATIONED IN Danang FOR MOST OF MY TOUR. He as a fine officer and friend. Just curious if anyone remembers him. Since 2000 I have found a great passion. Were you on the Flying Tiger Airline that set the brakes on fire when we landed hot in Yakota Japan? Iv been trying to get VA benefits for myself since my husband has passed away 2 1/2 years go.VA has. We lived and dined in tent cities with no running water. On the bases themselves because of trip flares, barbed wire and such, they sprayed because they couldnt mow. I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2014 and learned shortly after about the direct correlation between prostate cancer and agent Orange. I was flying combat missions out of Utapao in 1970/71. shop that were run down off base by a dump truck. Crew Chief on F-4. Was lucky. 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. I recall 1-2 days where there was a thick chemical fog over the base in U-Tapao; not sure whether this was AO. List of U.S. bases in Thailand, I note that there was a USMC deployment during the Kennedy presidency, which likely predates the use of Agent Orange, but I cannot be absolutely certain. Am I eligible for VA benefits? Research Air America in Laos: Pepper grinder and AB-1 Missions The University of Texas at Dallas. Some of us rented bungalow downtown as well. I was TDY with a squadron of F-105s to Korat Thailand from McConnell AFB which the 355TFW was stationed in Wichita Kansas, around the FY64-65 time frame. VA has denied my disability July 2020, Was in Korat 1967-68 cant remember want unit Army next to airbase TDY all over udon/ ubon. Praying we can bring Bobby home. with me. We all lived in the NCO barracks across from the mess hall. I do have a DD 214. Was volunteeredto crew a ORH C-123 through UDorn eventually to Buen Hoa and others in Vietnam. I entered service In 1966 and was stationed at 3 PACAF USAF locations as an Airman. When I told him that my brother would not disclose anything this fellow said my brother displayed excellent loyalty and discipline. Does anyone have information in regards to the usage date of agent orange and why would claims not be considered after May 1975 theres no doubt in my mind chemical agents were continually applied Until our end date in Thailand 1976. Vietnam | US Air Force Security Forces | Virtual Museum | Memorial Does anyone have absulute proof that agent orange was sprayed from aircraft at NKP in 1971, I need this info to prove that I was sprayed. If anyone is having issues I would like information. Fire Control Specialist on AC-130A/AC-130H Gunships. On approach, the bomb broke loose over that very same field & went off. My husband Bob Schoonover (VP-1, served U-Tapao) died of bladder cancer Dec 2020. We served our country; they subjected us to bad toxins; then they reject our claims! I was told my illness are not connected to the military. Other branches of the U.S. military also made their way to Thailand, which the map indicates. The VA says its not possible for Dioxin to cause this skin ailment. mostly at Ubon, was there for two deployments. Walt C passed away 2020 from intestinal cancer. As I read the new PACT act, Parkinsons is on the list of presumed conditions. VA dr approved me for 100% disability only to be overturned by VA, i was stationed at ubon 1970. ran the jammer shop. We further reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to Larry. My question: What are the duties my brother most likely carried out? Thanks. I have a picture of him an other people on a beach riding horses. I was stationed at Korat, Thailand in 1970-71. I had a heart attack at 31 and then a major one at 49 and my heart doctor claims my problems were because of agent orange. Why did the Air Force deny for 50 plus years that we were sprayed. Waiting to hear outcome of his claim. I am able to get a Buddy Letter from a fellow crewmember, but Im told that may not hold too much weight with the VA. Hiding behind my Video camera I have interviewed over 100 war veterans for the Veterans History Project, Library of Congress.There have been hundreds of project for Veterans and our community. Im pretty sure his name was Dick Rose but they cant seem to find record of the incident. I had been healthy up until 1978 when I started to get all kind of health issues. Spent many a night on the outskirts of our base. So he traveled through the gate daily. Nothing on my DD-214 to confirm black ops trips to Korat/Ubon AFB, Thailand or bombing raids over Vietnam/Laos. Upon my arrival, I had no idea as a (A1C) that I will be placed on detail for several months chopping down foliage and vegetation outside the perimeter were we slept out in the area which resulted to having Prostate Cancer attribute to herbicides (AGENT ORANGE) exposure. Would like to hear from other Airmen as to what exposure they have had and what medical conditions they have. william j wilson SP-4. Said I would receive benefits in 4 weeks. He has Parkinsons now and I need more information. I have had much trouble with skin cancer that I believe is a result of exposure to AO. We slept in canvas roofed hootches with screen windows,before the Sea Bees built the tin roofed hootches, further away from the wire. I guess our government is waiting for us to die off. If you need a buddy statement in support of a claim Id be glad to provide one. Maps of Heavily Sprayed Areas and Dioxin Hot Spots Been fighting the VA over illnesses they claim were not service related for over 15 years even though there is documented evidence proving otherwise. I was stationed at Korat RTAFB from 6/2/67 to 6/2/68. I was searching for information about Philco Ford in Bangkok. were issued M-14 rifles, and spent the night in a field on guard duty. Jailing some who died there days later. My barracks was #2606 (1 of 3 buildings end to end) on the base perimeter next to an open field. Nakhon Phanom is on the map titled U.S. Then again in 74 75 for 8 months at Utapao for the cambodian air lift.I joined the navy in 76 and started having sever head aches that resulted in nerological problems.Brain damage. I was sent to Camp Samae San from MACV HQ in 73, worked Logistical services at the Deep Water Port until the end of 74. Often worked End of runway. The I did this until returning CONUS on October 1975. long live the memories of the forgoten.

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