Day, Douglas Wayne, CPL

Casualty Occurrence;  Corporal Douglas Wayne Day was a casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army, CPL Day served our country until May 6th, 1970 in Quang Tri, South Vietnam. He was 20 years old and was not married. It was reported that Douglas died from multiple fragmentation wounds. His body was recovered. Douglas was born on October 24th, 1949 in Hacienda Heights, California. CPL Day is on panel 11W, line 110 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.

Doug, I have seen so many of the things you left behind. Your brother Phil has kept your memory alive and well respected! You have a niece named Dana she looks just like your momma Eva and sister Vicki! You would be proud of her she is a pre med student as we speak! Although I was never allowed to met you here, I already know you in so many ways I am looking for the day we get to meet eye to eye! I wish you could be here your brother misses you so very much in his life all these years. At times its almost like time has stood still for him since you left. Val is still here all others are dancing the dance in Heaven with you. Please keep a close watch on your lil brother, he is a special man that misses you.

This is how so many has ever had the chance to know you Doug. This has been my only way. You were only 20 years old when you left us and barely there for 3 weeks before you were taken from us. We are only left to wonder what it would have been like to have you here as a brother, uncle, friend, husband, fathers, son. We are only left here to see how you may have played with your children or rode your bike in the rain. All the things that so many people take advantage of we are only left to wonder what it would have been like to see you grow older get grey hair. Thank you for being here and we can only wish we could have had you longer. I wish I could be the one to tell your little brother Phil , when he was only 11 years old, was never allowed to hear your voice or see your eyes again that your alright and that you are looking over him. He hurts so deeply for the love of his older brother. We miss you Doug, and know that the love we have for you right this very minute has only grown since you left us. We look forward to seeing those eyes and hearing that voice. Forever a friend and sis-n-law you never met.

CPL Douglas Wayne Day served as a Corporal with Recon Platoon. Echo Company, 2nd Battalion, 501st Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, USARV. He was awarded The (CIB)Combat Infantryman's Badge, The Bronze Star Medal for Meritorious Service, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat wounds, The National Defense Service Medal, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Vietnam Campaign Medal and The Vietnamese Gallantry Cross Unit Citation.

POSTED ON 4.3.2022, POSTED BY: JOHN FABRIS. HONORING YOU. Thank you for your service to our country so long ago sir. The remembrances from your sister in law Kim Lamon-Day are moving. As long as you are remembered you will always be with us.

POSTED ON 9.24.2018, POSTED BY: WKILLIAN@SMJUHSD.ORG. ATTACK ON FSB HENDERSON - MAY 6, 1970. Firebase Henderson was a U.S. Marine Corps and U.S. Army firebase located south of Ca Lu in Quang Tri Province, RVN. The base was occupied by elements of the 2nd Battalion, 501st Infantry Regiment, 2nd Battalion, 11th Artillery, 326th Engineer Battalion and Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN) units supporting Operation Texas Star when it was attacked by the North Vietnamese Army’s 33rd Sapper Battalion at 5:05 AM on May 6, 1970. The attack began with rocket-propelled grenades, small arms, satchel charges, recoilless rifle, and mortar fire by a well-organized and coordinated ground attack. The NVA employed flamethrowers which started fires causing approximately 1000 rounds of 155mm artillery ammunition to explode. Defending forces were supported by aerial rocket artillery (ARA), tube artillery, and gunships accounting for 29 NVA killed. The enemy withdrew at 7:20 AM. Company B, 2nd Battalion (Airmobile), 501st Infantry, moved by air to reinforce Company A, 2nd Battalion (Airmobile), 501st Infantry, and to conduct a daylight sweep. Friendly elements received incoming mortar fire sporadically throughout the day. Artillery, ARA, gunships, and air strikes were employed against enemy mortar positions. An ARVN unit assaulted the south of Henderson to locate and destroy the remainder of the enemy force. A number of friendly casualties were caused by the exploding 155mm artillery ammunition. Cpl Douglas Wayne Day was one of those killed.

POSTED ON 11.12.2011, POSTED BY: KIM LAMON-DAY. YOUR PICTURE. This is how so many has ever had the chance to know you Doug. This has been my only way. You were only 20 years old when you left us and barely there for 3 weeks before you were taken from us. We are only left to wonder what it would have been like to have you here as a brother, uncle, friend, husband, fathers, son. We are only left here to see how you may have played with your children or rode your bike in the rain. All the things that so many people take advantage of we are only left to wonder what it would have been like to see you grow older get grey hair. Thank you for being here and we can only wish we could have had you longer. I wish I could be the one to tell your little brother Phil , when he was only 11 years old, was never allowed to hear your voice or see your eyes again that your alright and that you are looking over him. He hurts so deeply for the love of his older brother. We miss you Doug, and know that the love we have for you right this very minute has only grown since you left us. We look forward to seeing those eyes and hearing that voice. Forever a friend and sis n law you never met. Me

POSTED ON 11.7.2011, POSTED BY: KIM LAMON-DAY, A BROTHER-IN LAW I NEVER MET. Doug, I have seen so many of the things you left behind. Your brother Phil has kept your memory alive and well respected! You have a niece named Dana she looks just like your momma Eva and sister Vicki! You would be proud of her she is a pre med student as we speak! Although I was never allowed to met you here, I already know you in so many ways I am looking for the day we get to meet eye to eye! I wish you could be here your brother misses you so very much in his life all these years. At times its almost like time has stood still for him since you left. Val is still here all others are dancing the dance in Heaven with you. Please keep a close watch on your lil brother, he is a special man that misses you.

POSTED ON 9.6.2004, POSTED BY: CHRIS SPENCER. NATIVE AMERICAN PRAYER. It is said a man hasn't died as long as he is remembered. This prayer is a way for families, friends and fellow veterans to remember our fallen brothers and sisters. Do not stand at my grave and weep I am not there, I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight, I am the stars that shine at night. Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there, I did not die.

POSTED ON 4.24.2003, POSTED BY: KAITLYN PAXTON, TAKE THE CHALLENGE!. I recently received the challenge to recognize and remember 100 of the Vietnam War Veterans. My U.S History teacher is a Vietnam Veteran and feels that these people who gave their lives should have some type of a remembrance. I feel that this challenge is one that will make an impact to at least one person. So now, I challenge you, who are reading this to remember these amazing people who paid the ultimate sacrifice. I am now remembering Douglas Wayne Day who served in the Army and died at the age of 20! You will never be forgotten!