A Note from The Virtual Wall
On February 28, 1970 the lead APC of a resupply convoy headed to Dau Tieng from the battalion forward base detonated an explosive device. The APC was completely destroyed and seven men from HQ Company were killed:
SSG Charles R. Baggett, Rison, AR
SGT Eugene Carter, Warrenton, NC
SGT Donnie R. Chastain, Greer, SC
CPL James P. De Vaney, Goldsboro, NC
CPL Robert E. Guthrie, Red Bank, TN
CPL Billy J. Roberts, Mesquite, TX
On February 28, 1970, at 1216 hours, the lead APC of a resupply convoy headed to Dau Tieng from the battalion forward base detonated an explosive device on one of the dirt roads running through the Michelin at XT 557512. The APC was completely destroyed and seven Bobcats were killed. At 1250 hours, a Dust-off was requested for two Bobcats who were in shock.
Graves registration personnel were called to the location to help recover body parts. The explosive device was later estimated to be in the 500 pound bomb category. An M-548 TVR was also damaged in the blast. The ramp from the APC was blown backwards into the 548, knocking out its final drive.
richard chastain
chastain_dale@yahoo.com
unknown
horn lake ms 38637
just wanted to say thanks. i am not sure if you are related to me or not my family is from anderson south carolina. I am in the army myself and i am about to make a 3rd tour hopefully i will not have to pay the price which you have paid. thanks
May 26, 2008
Donna Turner Horton
strmywthr5@aol.com
Sgt., Donnie Chastain, so very young, but you took on, a mans job. You fought and died, for your country's freedom. This came at a great cost, to you and your family. You are remembered, young man and will, not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Donnie Chastain, your battle is over.
Sep 6, 2007
manny g
Fellow Veteran 69-70 An Khe
Union Gap, WA. 98903
“You are Remembered”
Peace and condolence, to the family and friends. “He which hath no stomach, to this fight, let him depart. But we in it, shall be remembered. We few, we happy few, we band of brothers!! For he today, that sheds his blood with me, shall always be my brother.” Rest in peace brave soldier, you have not been forgotten. (W.Shakespeare) May God Bless you, for your Sacrifice!!!
Feb 28, 2007
wayne chastain
rugar14567@yahoo.com
little brother
po., box, 1822, greer, sc., 29652, spartanburg
Donnie my brother, you are, very much missed. I wish, i could, have been there, with you.
Tuesday, June 13, 2006
Nicholas Will
trunks2669734@yahoo.com
Nephew
131 Plumley Court
Lyman, SC 29365 USA
A True War Hero
Donnie Chastain was a true war hero because he had no regard for his life so he could protect his country whom he loved dearly. But I never got to meet him but I have had the opportunity to visit his burial site in Greenville county. And it makes me proud to know that he protected this county and risked everything to do it.
Tuesday, February 15, 2005
John Johnson
jejohnson@earthlink.net
Brother, in Arms
Long beach, CA.,
You, are still remembered
Little Red, Just wanted you, to know, that I, have not forgotten. Miss our talks about "the world," on those long nights, on guard, at FSB., Devan. Glad, you were there, on those scary ambush and roving patrols. Did you know, you were one, of the good ones? If I had to fight another war, I'd want you, on my right side. Say "Hi" to Billy, Dave, Tom and Jesus. See you soon. John
Monday, May 31, 2004
Denis McDonough
Denis1146@aol.com
Fellow Bobcat
Donnie, I just wanted you, to know, you, are not forgotten. You, are loved and missed. My prayers, to you and your family. If anyone knows, this brave soldier, who gave, the ultimate sacrifice, would you please contact, Randy@Bobcat.WS, so we can honor Donnie, by having his picture, placed, on his former unit, the 1/5, Mech., website, memorial page and on the Wall.
Thursday, August 26, 2004
Denis McDonough
Denis1146@aol.com
Fellow Bobcat
The Picture of Donnie, is courtesy, of Mike Atherton.
Friday, August 27, 2004
Ashley Smith
QueenCityDiva02@aol.com
Niece
4505 Johnston Oehler Road
Charlotte, NC 28269 USA
A True Hero
Donnie Ray Chastain was a true hero whom I never met. I know that all of the soldiers that are and that have ever fought for us are true heroes. The time of war is back and my loved ones are being sent out to Iraq. I want to say thank you to my uncle for making me proud to say he is my uncle.
Thursday, January 23, 2003
We Remember
Donnie is buried at Brushy Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Taylors, Greenville County, SC. BSM PH
Brother in Arms .. And a freind ...
Little Red ..
34 years and your memory has not dimmed .. Never will .. Take care Donnie .. Say "Hi" to Billy, Dave, Tom and Jesus for me ..
See ya soon ..
John
Your Sacrifice
You gave your life for a war unwanted, but your sacrifice is still contributing to the betterment of mankind
Posted by: Rick
Relationship: Comrade
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