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#RRBC #RWISA US Army and Vietnam Veteran, published author, Life member of Rave Reviews Book Club and Vietnam Veterans of America, and administrator of Cherrieswriter.com website
In the #Vietnamwar, infantry soldiers were thankful for breaks when they were called in the bush, thus, allowing for circulation to return to arms/shoulders from the 80# or more packs we carried. It was also when we were most vulnerable. cherrieswriter.com/2021/02/27/a...
A NIGHT IN THE JUNGLE
FOTO: by Keith Nightingale, War Zone D, 27 June 1967. ~~~ His appearance was indiscernible from his men. He wore no rank and his uniform was a carbon copy of theirs. Moreover, his shoulders ached w…
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November 23, 2025 at 8:20 PM
In the #Vietnamwar, infantry soldiers were thankful for breaks when they were called in the bush, thus, allowing for circulation to return to arms/shoulders from the 80# or more packs we carried. It was also when we were most vulnerable. cherrieswriter.com/2021/02/27/a...
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Scout Dog Teams walked on “Point‘ during Infantry jungle patrols. The “Point” and his Scout Dog (off leash) were followed closely by the “slack” man who must be an experienced soldier to “back-up” the “Point” team. NO CHERRIES! Read more about them here:
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War Dogs and Combat Assaults (Guest Article)
My guest author today is Michael Whatley, who is a fellow Wordpress blogger and manages a personal website: He went to Vietnam in 1970 as a grunt assigned to the 101st Airborne, and spent tim…
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November 22, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Scout Dog Teams walked on “Point‘ during Infantry jungle patrols. The “Point” and his Scout Dog (off leash) were followed closely by the “slack” man who must be an experienced soldier to “back-up” the “Point” team. NO CHERRIES! Read more about them here:
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cherrieswriter.com/2018/08/09/w...
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For years after the war, there were stereotypes about Vietnam veterans as being psychologically devastated, bitter, homeless, drug-addicted people, who had a hard time readjusting to society. So, finding a job was hard. This lady sets the record straight: cherrieswriter.com/2012/01/23/n...
Negative stereotypes of Vietnam Veterans and efforts to overcome
Post is courtesy of Alexa Napier… There are persistent stereotypes about Vietnam veterans as psychologically devastated, bitter, homeless, drug-addicted people who had a hard time readjusting…
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November 23, 2025 at 4:50 PM
For years after the war, there were stereotypes about Vietnam veterans as being psychologically devastated, bitter, homeless, drug-addicted people, who had a hard time readjusting to society. So, finding a job was hard. This lady sets the record straight: cherrieswriter.com/2012/01/23/n...
For years after the war, there were stereotypes about Vietnam veterans as being psychologically devastated, bitter, homeless, drug-addicted people, who had a hard time readjusting to society. So, finding a job was hard. This lady sets the record straight: cherrieswriter.com/2012/01/23/n...
Negative stereotypes of Vietnam Veterans and efforts to overcome
Post is courtesy of Alexa Napier… There are persistent stereotypes about Vietnam veterans as psychologically devastated, bitter, homeless, drug-addicted people who had a hard time readjusting…
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November 23, 2025 at 4:50 PM
For years after the war, there were stereotypes about Vietnam veterans as being psychologically devastated, bitter, homeless, drug-addicted people, who had a hard time readjusting to society. So, finding a job was hard. This lady sets the record straight: cherrieswriter.com/2012/01/23/n...
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In this piece, RWISA Author, John Podlaski shares a poignant piece about brothers-in-arms. This post was published to his blog site on September 27, 2025. *** To check out this post in its entiret…
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November 21, 2025 at 7:36 PM
As part of Operation Dewey Canyon, Marines build FSB Cunningham in the Ashau Valley near the Laotian border to stop the infiltration of enemy troops into South VN. The NVA wanted the camp destroyed and attacked. Here's a description of the battle: cherrieswriter.com/2012/02/13/s...
November 22, 2025 at 8:17 PM
As part of Operation Dewey Canyon, Marines build FSB Cunningham in the Ashau Valley near the Laotian border to stop the infiltration of enemy troops into South VN. The NVA wanted the camp destroyed and attacked. Here's a description of the battle: cherrieswriter.com/2012/02/13/s...
Scout Dog Teams walked on “Point‘ during Infantry jungle patrols. The “Point” and his Scout Dog (off leash) were followed closely by the “slack” man who must be an experienced soldier to “back-up” the “Point” team. NO CHERRIES! Read more about them here:
cherrieswriter.com/2018/08/09/w...
cherrieswriter.com/2018/08/09/w...
War Dogs and Combat Assaults (Guest Article)
My guest author today is Michael Whatley, who is a fellow Wordpress blogger and manages a personal website: He went to Vietnam in 1970 as a grunt assigned to the 101st Airborne, and spent tim…
cherrieswriter.com
November 22, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Scout Dog Teams walked on “Point‘ during Infantry jungle patrols. The “Point” and his Scout Dog (off leash) were followed closely by the “slack” man who must be an experienced soldier to “back-up” the “Point” team. NO CHERRIES! Read more about them here:
cherrieswriter.com/2018/08/09/w...
cherrieswriter.com/2018/08/09/w...
A version of this image was first published in 1963 and widely used in newspapers around the world. The photo compelled President John F. Kennedy to reassess U.S. policy on Vietnam, ultimately increasing the number of troops. Why did this happen? wp.me/pRiEw-2H6
The Ultimate Protest – A Monk Sets Himself on Fire
Nearly fifty-four years ago, an Associated Press correspondent made a series of photographs that would shock a president and impact U.S. policy on the Vietnam War. GRAPHIC WARNING: Contains images …
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November 21, 2025 at 8:15 PM
A version of this image was first published in 1963 and widely used in newspapers around the world. The photo compelled President John F. Kennedy to reassess U.S. policy on Vietnam, ultimately increasing the number of troops. Why did this happen? wp.me/pRiEw-2H6
During the #VietnamWar, crossing an open trail on patrol in the jungle was often risky for a lot of reasons - this is when security, stealth, and speed were important. This is how many of the grunt soldiers felt while in the bush. cherrieswriter.com/2018/07/14/t...
The Price of War: Wondering One Time Or Another If You Would Ever Make It Home Alive And In One Piece!
Many Vietnam Veterans know who Bernie Weisz is and enjoy interfacing with him on Facebook. As a historian specializing in the Vietnam War, he has, over the years, shared war photos, articles, Vietn…
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November 21, 2025 at 4:50 PM
During the #VietnamWar, crossing an open trail on patrol in the jungle was often risky for a lot of reasons - this is when security, stealth, and speed were important. This is how many of the grunt soldiers felt while in the bush. cherrieswriter.com/2018/07/14/t...
Do you believe in ghosts and the supernatural? Many soldiers in the war believed the Vietnamese were superstitious, hence, carried the Ace of Spades playing cards and painted fangs on the noses of helicopters. Check out these four Vietnamese ghost stories: cherrieswriter.com/2021/10/30/4...
4 Creepy Ghost Stories From the Vietnam War
Click here to listen on Spotify: By Blake Stilwell Happy Halloween everyone! I came across this article during the week and thought it would be appropriate for today’s posting. Do you believ…
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November 20, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Do you believe in ghosts and the supernatural? Many soldiers in the war believed the Vietnamese were superstitious, hence, carried the Ace of Spades playing cards and painted fangs on the noses of helicopters. Check out these four Vietnamese ghost stories: cherrieswriter.com/2021/10/30/4...
Their names, etched in granite, will be forever remembered long after all the survivors of the #VietnamWar have passed on. Check out this link to view photos for each of those 'names' on the wall. cherrieswriter.com/2013/06/18/t...
November 20, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Their names, etched in granite, will be forever remembered long after all the survivors of the #VietnamWar have passed on. Check out this link to view photos for each of those 'names' on the wall. cherrieswriter.com/2013/06/18/t...
In early July 1966, Marine reconnaissance units operating south of the DMZ between North and South Vietnam observed and engaged increased numbers of uniformed regular NVA troops. This became part of Operation Hastings. Read more here: cherrieswriter.com/2020/08/01/o...
Operation Hastings – A Marine Hell Hole
Operation Hastings took place from 15 July to 3 August 1966, when Marines engaged increased numbers of uniformed regular NVA soldiers. The author sums up the intense battles and includes commentary…
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November 19, 2025 at 8:10 PM
In early July 1966, Marine reconnaissance units operating south of the DMZ between North and South Vietnam observed and engaged increased numbers of uniformed regular NVA troops. This became part of Operation Hastings. Read more here: cherrieswriter.com/2020/08/01/o...
During the #Vietnamwar, newly arrived soldiers were referred to as Cherries. At least this is how it was in the infantry. I’ve heard other acronyms: FNG, Newbie and fresh meat. Click below to see what it was like for these young soldiers. cherrieswriter.com/2023/01/07/w...
November 19, 2025 at 4:50 PM
During the #Vietnamwar, newly arrived soldiers were referred to as Cherries. At least this is how it was in the infantry. I’ve heard other acronyms: FNG, Newbie and fresh meat. Click below to see what it was like for these young soldiers. cherrieswriter.com/2023/01/07/w...
Veterans of today say 'Cherries' could be their own story - just replace the jungle and rice paddies with sand, scorpions, fleas & camels. This, too, is a chance for family members to learn more about what many infantry soldiers faced in the #vietnamwar www.amazon.com/Cherries-Vie...
November 18, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Veterans of today say 'Cherries' could be their own story - just replace the jungle and rice paddies with sand, scorpions, fleas & camels. This, too, is a chance for family members to learn more about what many infantry soldiers faced in the #vietnamwar www.amazon.com/Cherries-Vie...
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Death in the Triangle is now a #1 Bestseller in its category on Amazon.
November 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! Death in the Triangle is now a #1 Bestseller in its category on Amazon.
Another morning during the #vietnamwar when we were up and moving before the sun was up. All the open areas and helicopters made it difficult to sneak up on an enemy who knew which way we traveled. Here's one soldier's recollection of his patrols: cherrieswriter.com/2015/11/07/a...
November 18, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Another morning during the #vietnamwar when we were up and moving before the sun was up. All the open areas and helicopters made it difficult to sneak up on an enemy who knew which way we traveled. Here's one soldier's recollection of his patrols: cherrieswriter.com/2015/11/07/a...
What happened to the people after the South Vietnamese government fell in 1975. This story is from one who was lucky enough to escape and reach freedom. cherrieswriter.com/2021/09/19/w...
November 17, 2025 at 8:06 PM
What happened to the people after the South Vietnamese government fell in 1975. This story is from one who was lucky enough to escape and reach freedom. cherrieswriter.com/2021/09/19/w...
What happens when an F4 Phantom gets shot down over Laos during a mission in the #Vietnamwar? Click below to read about this harrowing rescue - 1 of 2 pilots survived the ordeal and he has remembered this day forever. cherrieswriter.com/2015/03/19/r...
Rescue in Laos
Let me introduce Capt. Gary L. Bain USMC (Ret) who is the author of this guest article. He joined the United States Marine Corps. Attended boot camp at Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depo…
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November 17, 2025 at 8:05 PM
What happens when an F4 Phantom gets shot down over Laos during a mission in the #Vietnamwar? Click below to read about this harrowing rescue - 1 of 2 pilots survived the ordeal and he has remembered this day forever. cherrieswriter.com/2015/03/19/r...
What all did an infantry soldier have to carry on his back and what was it like to hump the boonies during the #VietnamWar. Check out this information and photo-rich article on my website: cherrieswriter.com/2016/07/12/w...
What Was It Like To Hump The Boonies in Vietnam?
This is the original article that was published in 2012. Last year, I pulled it and replaced it with my first podcast with the same title. The commentary and photos are the same and if you’d …
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November 16, 2025 at 8:03 PM
What all did an infantry soldier have to carry on his back and what was it like to hump the boonies during the #VietnamWar. Check out this information and photo-rich article on my website: cherrieswriter.com/2016/07/12/w...
James Elliott "Willy" Williams - considered the most decorated enlisted man in the history of the Navy. See what he did in the Delta region during his short tour in the #Vietnamwar to earn his many awards, and also live to talk about them. wp.me/pRiEw-2P2
Profile in Courage: The Most Decorated Enlisted Sailor in Navy History
In the history of the United States Navy, only seven men have earned all of the big three valor awards: Medal of Honor, Navy Cross, and Silver Star. Six were World War II officers, including one av…
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November 16, 2025 at 4:50 PM
James Elliott "Willy" Williams - considered the most decorated enlisted man in the history of the Navy. See what he did in the Delta region during his short tour in the #Vietnamwar to earn his many awards, and also live to talk about them. wp.me/pRiEw-2P2
This author provides a brief synopsis of just three hours in the life of one relatively unknown veteran in Vietnam. Well worth a read! cherrieswriter.com/2025/11/15/s...
Sappers in the Wire
This author provides a brief synopsis of just three hours in the life of one relatively unknown veteran in Vietnam. Well worth a read! By John A. Lucas During this Veterans’ Day week, it is fitting…
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November 15, 2025 at 11:11 PM
This author provides a brief synopsis of just three hours in the life of one relatively unknown veteran in Vietnam. Well worth a read! cherrieswriter.com/2025/11/15/s...
In the #Vietnamwar, NVA commanders severely underestimated the strengths and abilities of US forces during the Ia Drang Valley battle in 1965. Learn what happened during the battle of LZ Xray from the enemy's POV. Well worth a read: cherrieswriter.com/2017/01/17/t...
The Fog of War: The Vietnamese View of the Ia Drang Battle
For the past 35 years the US Army and the North Vietnamese have claimed victory in the October to November 1965 Ia Drang Valley Battle. While the United States side of the battle has been extensive…
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November 15, 2025 at 8:02 PM
In the #Vietnamwar, NVA commanders severely underestimated the strengths and abilities of US forces during the Ia Drang Valley battle in 1965. Learn what happened during the battle of LZ Xray from the enemy's POV. Well worth a read: cherrieswriter.com/2017/01/17/t...
Madame Ho Thi Que, or “The Tiger Lady”, had earned her reputation the hard way, and her fame had spread throughout South Vietnam. Read this piece to find out who she is and what she's famous for.
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Who was the Tiger Lady in Vietnam?
Madame Ho Thi Que, The Tiger Lady, courageously served in combat with the South Vietnamese 44th Ranger Battalion. Her exploits were legendary, even in the war torn region of South East Asia. …
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November 15, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Madame Ho Thi Que, or “The Tiger Lady”, had earned her reputation the hard way, and her fame had spread throughout South Vietnam. Read this piece to find out who she is and what she's famous for.
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Way back before "e-mail" and "Facetime" were invented, the most treasured gift military personnel received was mail – a letter from home. Soldiers in the #Vietnamwar were ecstatic when hearing from family, but sometimes, the news hurt. What was it like? bit.ly/4idm6eB
November 11, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Way back before "e-mail" and "Facetime" were invented, the most treasured gift military personnel received was mail – a letter from home. Soldiers in the #Vietnamwar were ecstatic when hearing from family, but sometimes, the news hurt. What was it like? bit.ly/4idm6eB
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#Armyvet #RRBC #RWISA @pdoggbiker.bsky.social @rrbc-org.bsky.social @4rwisawriters.bsky.social Acclaimed author of six books, including "Cherries" A Vietnam War Novel." cherrieswriter.com
November 12, 2025 at 2:59 PM
#Armyvet #RRBC #RWISA @pdoggbiker.bsky.social @rrbc-org.bsky.social @4rwisawriters.bsky.social Acclaimed author of six books, including "Cherries" A Vietnam War Novel." cherrieswriter.com