The soldier is at once the agent, instrument and object of state violence. -Kenneth T. MacLeish, Below: Trainees at the rifle range. Did you know that I am afraid of snakes? Good luck and let us know. he really made it hard on us Texas guys. Michael W. Jacobs. In search of obtaining a Ft Polk Infantry Training Camp annual from around 1968 that would include Clifford A. I took Basic at Polk in fall 67, traaining Company B-4-1. I was at Fort Polk for AIT during July and August 1968, after having completed basic training at Fort Dix, NJ. I really need to get into touch with someone whom can vouch for me being there for my retirement benefits The big buildup was coming the Army wanted to keep experienced people at this training facility. I got drafted, as well, 1966-1968. Basic Ft Knox then off to TigerLand Ft Polk(07/1970 for AIT yeah, its Advanced Individual Training( 11BRAVO) for another 9 weeks . web pages 206 Recruits Graduated on 16 September 1960. Fort Jackson Basic Training Yearbook 1964 Company E. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company Company E for 1964, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Interesting Tigerland was still operating as it was. That was rough. I am 67, I know deep down, I would probably been assigned to 9th Infantry, 25th Infantry.or 1st infantry division in the delta as a rifleman, or mortarman with a high probability of coming back zipped up with my name on the wall. Do you want to find pictures of parents or grandparents when they were in school? Went through AIT at Fort Polk after finishing basic at Fort Campbell. 1972 Topics Soldiers--Training of--Louisiana--Fort Polk--Periodicals, . I just found out that I am not a baby killer. After B-4-1 I wasnt afraid of anything the Army could hand me. I think it helped me survive and gave me some edge over less fortunate troops who trained elsewhere. Yearbooks. Company Commander: 1st Lieutenant ROLAND SCHMUCKER. LOL. Below: Trainees at work (photos: U.S. Army). Many of us can remember the 1960s and early 1970s and the first thing most folks think of is that this was the Vietnam War years. Please allow additional time if international delivery is subject to customs processing. I was a kid (like most everyone else) when I arrived from Chicago at Ft. Polk in the fall of 72 and early 73 for Basic and AIT I just wish I could figure out (or remember) exactly WHERE I was there.. Echo-3-2 comes to memory, but Im not certain that its from there. Charlie Company Vietnam 1966-1972 1st Battalion, 22nd Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division. Browse 708 fort dix stock photos and images available, or search for fort dix new jersey to find more great stock photos and pictures. How can I do that? Fort Benning Basic Training Yearbook 1968 Company A. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company A, 6th Battalion, 2nd Training Brigade for 1968, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Benning, FtLoc. I went through AIT at Fort Polk June through August 1966 then to Nam. I maintained personnel records for several South Fort companies, even for E-1-2. All the rest E through Z went to Vietnam. Poszesny. This included knowing how to kill. I took Basic and AIT at Fort Polk, North Fort from March into August 1972. (photos: U.S. Army). Where is that jerk E-1 Sparno who almost killed me with a live grenade? Spent my entire 2 years there. I believe todays young persons should be required (Like Israel) to give their country two years. Basic was not a totally unpleasant experience for me as most of us were not slated for infantry AIT, where the atmosphere was much, much more serious. In 1962, Fort Polk began converting to an infantry training center. jbroppelt@gmail.com, greatly appreciate, thank you. I was there from Sept to Dec 1967.Sgt Strahan from Cape Cod was my drill sgt. Could this be him? The land that is now Fort Polk is part in a region of cultural resources, including archaeological sites, historic houses and structures, and other sites of historical value. We arrived at Ft Polk around 1AM Aug.~Nov 67. We were immediately immersed into the military culture. Assigned to 3D2 4th Platoon. The barracks were not new but the same style we had at Fort Ord at the reception station. In another 50+ years it will wind up on ebay as a relic? Very unpleasant place. After basic at Ft Knox i was sent to Ft Polk Tigerland for AIT(11Bravo) in Aug 1970 for 9 weeks. He had only been there a few months and became very ill. So, I guess that he was a badass infantry grunt and did not care too much for other positions. Good Luck, and hope this helps. Guys who worked in the Levy Section, where rosters for Vietnam came down from Washington, lived in Co. A, Sp. Trps, as well. How long was Basic? Hated those low crawls right after chow. There is no question that many of the weaknesses developed in these maneuvers are repeated again and again for lack of discipline. Pre-Owned. Interesting how your next duty station was based on first letter of last name. Could have, should have, would have. Where is DS Steel? I did survive the rumble in the jungle thankfully. The CO previously was a NCO infantry soldier in Vietnam and had received a field commission. I took basic at Ft. Polk, in South Fort, in company E-1-2. If you reside in an EU member state besides UK, import VAT on this purchase is not recoverable. I liked Basic Training because all our Drill Sergeants were Black and really made marching fun. As I commented to Allans post above, I worked for Virginia Walker, Lead Clerk in the Enlisted Records Branch. The CO told me that he would only hold me over if I went to OCS and that after OCS I could apply to flight school. And, the bonus is that you will not be in the Army on active duty for more than two years and wont get a second tour of Vietnam that you might as either a Warrant Officer or Officer. The prize turned out to be an engraved Zippo Lighter. Trainees were taught how to fire the M-16from different positions(all of which were awkward). didnt really put into perspective the impact of being at Ft Polk AlT wouold mean then in june-Aug 1970. I would certainly be interested in seeing those pics, I was assigned to D-3-2 and in that time period I had completed a course at the Ft. Polk Academy and was serving as a Drill Corporal at that time. He got very ill during an exercise and was carried to shade, they laid him on his back the medical report said that he died from pulmonary aspiration. Assigned to G2/G3 at Hq USARV. cn. All matters pertaining to the operation of the platoon went through him. The Continental Trailways bus that transported us 37 draftees from the Dallas selective service office arrived at the Reception Center at Fort Polk, Louisiana at approximately 11:00 p.m. on Monday, December 12, 1966. The report said that he had been complaining of feeling tired, over heating, dizziness and nausea. I was at Tigerland from July-Aug 1970 then orders to the Nam. From there I was sent to Key West, Florida, then Germany and home. This amount is subject to change until you make payment. Below: Physical training (photos: U.S. Army). now and then I wonder what could have been with the move to DaNang and being for the most part base guard. Of this, 100,000 acres are owned by the Department of the Army and 98,125 acres by the U.S. Forest Service, mostly in the Kisatchie National Forest. It no longer made a difference to me that there were no partitions between the toilets. It was an interesting 18 months, to say the least. Realize for many Vietnam sucked but for me, a big improvement over Ft. Polk. The warrant officer told me that there was a school opening at Fort Wolters three weeks after graduation from AIT and that I would have to speak to the CO and request that he hold me over. See members of old school clubs and relive old times. Pre-Owned. I was at Fort Polk in June July and August 1966. After zero-week, basic training commenced. Still would like to connect with Jan Cole. 1972-1974, 01B, USAISC-White Sands Missle Range , United States Army Information Systems Command (USAISC) Service Years. If anyone remembers my brother or this incident I would really like to talk. I was in D-2-1 July 1967. Made SP5 in April, 1968. Yet attention to the individual is the key to success, particularly because American manpower is not only our most precious commodity it will, in any global war, always be in short supply. General Dwight D. Eisenhower. 1969 Ft. Training was intense. BCT was an eight-week long program. Start your search today! Are you trying to find old school friends, old classmates, fellow servicemen or shipmates? We got on board a rickety old plane and flew somewhere in Texas then took busses into Fort Polk, LA. I would love to hear any stories if you have them. 10 talking about this. Hill 270, 350, Maude, the ridge line and others I cant recall. View cart for details. 1967 Co E 1ST Battalion 2nd Brigade Fort Polk Louisiana Army Training Ye. Maybe just a little bravado there perhaps. Thank you God! However, I didnt go to Vietnam until 71-72. LOL. The relative calmness of zero week belied what was to follow. My father and I watched the NVA storm the airbase at Danang after I was back in the world on TV and we both cried. I spent the next 15 months in that department, under the supervision of CW2 Paul A Brewer, and 1LT Norman A. Davis, Jr. Another person you may have known was civilian Virginia A. Walker, who was a civilian records clerk. (LogOut/ Bedford. Took my Basic Training a Polk, South Fort I believe, Mar 1968. It indicates, "Click to perform a search". 190 Recruits Graduated on 21 July 1961. Be the first one to, United States Army Training Center, Infantry, Fort Polk, Louisiana. At least fifty trainees were assigned to a barrack, and probably more. 136 Recruits Graduated on 17 January 1969. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company D, 2nd Battalion, 1st Training Brigade for 1977, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Knox, Kentucky. I took a 4 week leave and then was to report to Oakland on July 4, 1967no later than 1200 hours to be sent to Vietnam. Company Commander: CPT Barry Shelton Sprouse. He passed away last year from cancer, Agent Orange. Privacy was non-existent. I turned 21 at Tiger Land. Fort Jackson Basic Training Yearbook 1963 Company A. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company A, 3rd Battalion, 1st Training Brigade for 1963, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Do you want to find pictures of parents or grandparents when they were in school? gods speed . Anybody says the marines had it harder dont know what theyre talking aboutpropaganda. I was stationed at ft Polk in sept 1964 to nib 1964 south fort . just curious. Fort Jackson Basic Training Yearbook 1969 Company B. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company B, 2nd Battalion, 1st Training Brigade for 1969, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Jackson, South Carolina. 870-318-5404 I was also was assigned to Company A, Special Troops. Because of that leave, instead of heading to Vietnam, I was assigned back to Ft. Polk. In Basic they ran a kid to death, as the FS said at the time, he was a fat bastard and didnt deserve to be in this mans Army. I wonder what they put down for the cause of death. Obtained port calls and extracts from morning reports for AWOLs. Parks. Training had begun. It spent a few years post World War II as inactive, until the 3rd Armored Division was reactivated in 1947, and became the US Army Training Center, Armor (USATCA), in 1956. I also processed week-end warriors (Reserves and National Guard troops), in summer, 1967, who were assigned to Ft. Polk for their summer training. I hated the Army for that. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company D, 15th Battalion, 5th Training Regiment for 1956, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Knox, Kentucky. Pre-Owned. I thought they were easier on us in Basic Training. Virginia was a really wonderful older woman, who really cared for the Army personnel who worked in her office. For some reason, I remember thinking that he may not have been in the best of health. Once with an Army buddy, once with my family including my 3 sons, and the last time I went alone. Only my younger brother knows this you and God. Nice assortment of Montana books and magazines. . The location of the graduation is also shown below. Two of the guys on my mortar team were in the regular Army and one of them was going to jump school at Ft. Bragg after AIT. Fort Benning Basic Training Yearbook 1982 Company C. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company C, 7th Battalion, 1st Infantry for 1982, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Benning, Georgia. Hence, the stakeswere much higher. Army. Please take care guys, catch you later. The Taxi Driver said. Fortunately, mine never was. Went to Ft. Sam Houston for AIT training as a Combat Medic, from 01/67 thru 04/67. Either way it was infantry training at Tigerland. Each barrack had an indoorlatrine which included a communal shower area, a row of urinals (without partitions), and a row of toilet bowels (also without partitions). In making the difficult transformation from civilian to soldier you have written a chapter of the story it tells. We were now combat-trained soldiers readyfor our next assignments as members of the United State Army. I finally decided to leather up and purchased a vest. Any help would be immensely appreciated. that guy was terrific to us. U.S. Army Basic Training Yearbook Fort Dix,NJ Company S 2nd BCT Brigade 11/18/66. and completed my military obligation in D-3-2, just a side note, I have looked for that pocket patch for Drill Corporals forever, cant find one. I saw that we had something in common, and wanted to comment. Who knows? It was the best of times, it was the worst of times. if any info please contact me. I remember that Fort Polk was called Little Vietnam and Tigerland. First time with a grunt buddy, second time with my wife and 3 sons, and the last time I went alone. Filled with black and white and color photos from the training center. I am certain we took some unnecessary casualties because of that. Commenced Training 12 Dec 1966 Show more Ft Polk @2 The. Interesting they dont list ssn anymore for good reason. A welcome surprise on my final day at Polk. Strange journey but I survived the Nam to live the Dream I living now! Allan, I stumbled on your post on this website, while browsing through the website. I remember, I was in Genes training company. Effective date of change is the publicantion of the 2001 annual history) CY 2001 (2 copies . 242 Recruits Graduated on 21 February 1964. 1972 Fort Dix, NJ B 1-21st Platoon 1965 Fort Gordon, Georgia Ft Leonard Wood Ft McClellan 1979 Fort McClellan D-2nd Bn-4th Platoon Ft Ord 1952 63rd Inf Rgt G Co 1954 Co B, 63rd Infantry Regiment, 6th Infantry Division, 1954 K Co Ft Ord 20th Inf Rgt 1963 Co B, 5th Bn, 1st Brigade, 7 October 1963 - 29 November 1963 South Korea 158 Recruits Graduated on 15 July 1982. C $40.13. When I took Basic Training and AIT at Ft. Polk from July 71-Novenmber 71. He never made it to Vietnam and never made it back home. I have been back to Fort Polk trying to find the exact location of the old Tiger Land. During their training, more will be understood about the routine that will become such an essential part of their next eight weeks in Basic Combat Training. Was the enlistment officer at Ft Polk reception station 2/65 to 1/67. Everyone knew when we left Knox the end game would be Nam. Please speak to a librarian to view a title on the list. I am proud to have done my part in the war, and proud to have been a part of the support team. However, we never really put that into practice in Vietnam. All personnel providing training were active duty military. When someone would ask where did you go for AIT? When you responded Fort Polk, there was always some kind of crazy comment. The Film/Digital Notes contain a description of the microfilm or microfiche numbers. Came out of Basic an E2 was that normal? Fort polk Anyone having any information that may help me can E-MAIL ME at Johngoods2@gmail.com thankyou get down and give me 50 !! Six, after the first couple of weeks we could get a weekend pass. First, Drill Sergeant Carter was under pressure to convey, and for the platoon to learn,a massive amount of information in a short period of time, and second, the serious purpose of the instruction itself, whichwas to mold us into soldiers possessing the requisite knowledge and skills needed to performin a military capacity. Had drill Sargent Spain also. Our collection of US Army Basic Training Yearbooks include Fort Benning, Georgia, Fort Campbell, Kentucky, Fort Dix, New Jersey, Fort Jackson, South Carolina, and Fort Knox, Kentucky. THANK FOR THE REPLAY I WAS IN POLK FROM JAN/ TO JULY DO U KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT AN GENT ORANGE BEING USED AT POLK. Several things were quite different from basic training. Looking for old family members and relatives? Allan, did you work in the 1st wing of building 317? Archaeology, History, and Predictive Modeling: Research at Fort Polk, 1972-2002 Amazon $39.95 $9.50 SEE DETAILS Fort Polk Alumni - US Army Base, Louisiana T-Shirt S & H: see site $19.99 Amazon Tigerland - Fort Polk, Louisiana - Embroidered Patch 3" Round Embroidered Patch S & H: see site $6.95 Amazon Fort Polk Louisiana - Tigerland Premium T-Shirt After a few weeks I thought that being a helicopter pilot might be a better idea. I went to ft Polk la right after basic training in ft Leonard wood mo I was at tiger land around June 1971 then I went to ft benning airborne. Better trained than the other AIT 11Bs I think. Top Rated Seller Top Rated Seller. You were just one of the many things that made Fort Poke so memorable. Helping others to find their Boot Camp yearbooks and Platoon Photos. We switched to AT&T after a month here and it works way better. I never found this only later in years to read the time lines of the 196th Light Infantry movements. No protected images or material on this website may be copied or printed without express authorization. The quick build up of US forces in Eurpoe was to deter further Russian aggression. Since 9-11, Fort Polk Soldiers of have been called to serve around the world, deploying to Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, New Dawn, Inherent Resolve and more, in missions that embraced medical, military police, engineer and other support roles in addition to combat missions. In those days, Polk was as rough as anything the Marines handed out. Fort Sill Graduation Dates . Basic Training Graduation is going to be one of the most memorable and monumental moments in a service members life. JD, www.semidelicatebalance.com. 3rd Armored Division 1950 Yearbook Fort Knox KY Spearhead Army Field Artillery. It was a bad time to be in the Army because most men were resentful draftees, but we got by. Wounded Aug 1969 and DEROSed Jan 1970. A magnifying glass. Purple Heart didnt mean much when I discovered the loss of my writing ability in my right hand. Used and complete. But bunk and locker drills are simply a means to an end. I have no knowledge of being sprayed while in tiger land at Fort Polk. (This annual historical summary combines the previously separately produced U.S. Army Reserve Command (USARC) and Office, Chief of Army Reserve (OCAR) annual historical reports. I met with the CO. I was one of the lucky few that escaped Vietnam duty; Being sent to Germany after Russian tanks moved into Czechoslovakia that year. 1972 Fort Dix, NJ B 1-21st Platoon. He was responsible for the platoon and had authority to issue orders. After arriving at Fort Polk, actual training did not immediately begin. My father was a WW11 Disabled Combat Veteran and knew exactly what was upsetting me. I was stationed at Ft. Polk and also worked in building 317. haha, I had 4 brothers in the Army at the same time 2 went to Vietnam 1967 1968 Gary Humberson and Johnny Humberson if anyone knows them or pictures please contact me they trained in Fortpolk they from Vidor Texas. 1972-US Army Training Center Fort Polk LA Commemerative Yearbook 2nd Bat Nam Era $18.99 Free shipping 1963-64 era US Army Training Center Yearbook - Fort Polk, Louisiana $16.00 + $5.00 shipping Hover to zoom Have one to sell? Upon arrival, 04/67, there were no open slots for Combat Medic, and I was offered an opportunity for OJT as a Personnel Specialist. Dodge High School Yearbook. The change from civilian to a soldier is accomplished in eight weeks, where the recruit will receive intensive training in the fundamentals of combat. Leoncio Estrada. Useful 1. If you have any photos and wouldnt mind sharing, I would really appreciate it. My biggest memory of working in that office was when a levy report came down from Washington, that listed those who were going to be sent to Vietnam. If you have any questions, ask us on facebook or twitter. (LogOut/ I will never forget the blast of heat and humidity that greeted us as we exited the plane. Below: bottom row, second from right: Phillip Weiss Below: every trainee was taught how to disassemble and reassemble the M-16 rifle. I do seem to remember that my time there started out pretty darn hot and muggy. Kinda true. Opens in a new window or tab. (photos: U.S. Army). Reunion 2006 Grand Lakes O The Cherokees,OK, Audie Murphy Presidential Medal ofFreedom. Then I was sent to tiger land in May of 71 and I was not even a Grunt. His name is Bruno Silva. This is the actual rate of fire that a weapon can continue to deliver for an indefinite length of time without serious overheating. Operators Manual for Rifle, 5.56- MM, M16 (1005-00-856-6885) Rifle, 5.56-MM, M16A1(1005-00-073-9421). DON;t remember co but was at south fort and north fort .LOOKING for anyone that could have there and remember being on training and got sprays contact me please thank u. Jimmy I was at Ft. Polk from july -november 1971. In October 1974, Fort Polk became the new home of the 5th Infantry Division (Mechanized), and basic training and AIT started being phased out. I was one who came in from Cook County, Chicago on April 21st 66 in a plane load. If this was your training company I would be glad to send you the pictures of the cadre. Found your post last night. I was at Ft. Polk from July- November 1971. Its been a LONG time, and its good to reminisce and remember. US Army Training Center - Yearbook (Fort Dix, NJ) Covers 1 - 5 of 5 Yearbooks Class of 1982 Class of 1972 Class of 1964 Class of 1961 Class of 1950. ek. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. They worked with me continually until the VA finally gave in and blinked. I never ate a meal so fast, as I did that one . I made SP5 in 15 months 03/68, and got out in 10/68. Trainees were carefully monitored to ensure that the rifles were being pointedin a safedirection. I love all my brothers who participated in the Southeast Asian War Games. We were taken to the mess hall for some grub. Ft. Polk "Welcome" Sign. He was one of two Drill Sergeants assigned to my Fourth Platoon. Fort Benning Basic Training Yearbook 1967 Company A. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company A, 6th Battalion, 2nd Training Brigade for 1967, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Benning, Georgia. Two, we ran and had PT after breakfast. A critical feature of BCT was instruction on how to operate and maintain the armys basic combat infantry weapon, the M-16 rifle. For additional information, see the Global Shipping Program, (6) US Army Photos/Basic Training/Fort Polk, Louisiana 1972, USPS First Class Mail International / First Class Package International Service. Company Commander: 2Lt Robin Edmond. I survived 6 months in the bush before WIA. Was in the rice patties in Vietnam on August 19th of 71 and wounded in February of 72. Big black guy who drank CC and coke every night. Went to Fort Rucker from AIT for 90 days OJT then was sent to Fort Riley for 18 Months then was shipped to Korea may of 73 stayed i the Army for 20 Years retired July of 91. Damn was it hot. The army placed great stress on spit-and-polish. I went to, and got involved in the First Baptist Church in Leesville, and met some really great people who lived in Leesville and the surrounding area. Jan 20, 2017 The Vietnam war was still going strong in the winter of 1970. That website is https://www.archives.gov/veterans. I found out late, why! I remember that Fort Polk was called Little Vietnam! I took the test again and scored exceptionally well. Cant remember all the companies I managed Enlisted Personnel records for, but one of them was the same company I was in for basic training, E-1-2. My job was in the Adjutant Generals office in Building 317, as well. In the spring of 1976, the Infantry Training Center at Fort Polk closed its doors and ceased operations. (source: google.com) Fort Polk is situated in a remote part of the state. Want to find out what hairstyle was popular in the 1920s? Did you know that Fort Polk has all four varieties? Uploaded by Im trying to gather photos etc. During the summer of 1968, I processed reservists and National Guard personnel, who came to Ft. Polk for summer training. Instant Access to Millions of Yearbook Pictures, High-Resolution, Full Color Images Available Online, Search, Browse, Read, and Print Yearbook Pages, View College, High School, and Military Yearbooks, Browse our digital annual library spanning centuries, Support the Schools in our Program by Subscribing. US Army Basic Training Yearbooks The change from civilian to a soldier is accomplished in eight weeks, where the recruit will receive intensive training in the fundamentals of combat. A Sergeant woke us up about 4:00 am. what year or years was your father at FT POLK as DS? Probably saved my life. Seems we started the day with a 5 mile run, ate a quick breakfast and on to training. All of the guys that were in my company for basic training were National Guard guys from all over the US. With degree (I suppose) was assigned to 8th Army HQ Special Troops in Seoul (Yongsan) where I extended my hardship tour (ha ha) and got 19-month early out. Unlike today, troop numbers seemed to depend upon enlisted & draftees to a much greater degree than reservists. My basic training was in Company E, First Battalion, Second Training Brigade (E-1-2), from October, 1966 thru January, 1967. This is an indexed collection of middle school, junior high, high school, and college yearbooks from across the United States. That church was always so supportive of the military and military personnel who came to their church. Capture a web page as it appears now for use as a trusted citation in the future. Well, what did you think? Was drafted 30 minutes after completing undergraduate degree requirements at Texas Tech. Thanks Dad for that $100 bucks. (source: google.com) Fort Polk is situated in a remote part of the state. Sims in the 2nd Training Bn 1968? I was in fort Polk for boot camp and AIT my Sargent was drill sargent Shepard anyone with information i arrived January 1975 to may 1975 we all endured ranger like training while there a lot of running,lots of PT and push ups as i tell my story today it helped me become the man i am today all respect to tiger land home of the pigmy rattle snake and alligator lake. One of my band mates just finished his Army service playing in the band at Fort MacArthur in San Pedro, CA. Trainees were taught how to use the M-16 as a sword. My training companys chain of command was as follows: trainee (E1 or E-2) -> drill sergeant (E-5) -> senior drill sergeant (E-6) -> first sergeant (E-7) -> executive officer (2nd lieutenant) -> company commander (captain). I could never figure out why he had a southern accent. just missed going to Danang for base security by one patrol as the war was winding down. He also retired at Fort Polk from the 12th Cav, 5th Infantry Division. Fort Dix Basic Training Yearbook 1971 Company E. Roster and Photos for Recruit Company E, 1st Battalion, 2nd Training Brigade for 1971, United States Army Basic Training, Fort Dix, Kentucky. Training was rigorous, intense and comprehensive. Did you know her? I came home pretty beaten up and didnt ever want to deal with politicians again. Seller: 31daniel (3,376) 100%. Basic B-5-2 May 68, ait ft Monmouth Nj,then vietnam. All in all, things could have been much worse for this 1969 draftee. Are you planning a reunion and need assistance? Almost got in bed about 2:00 am. Funny, but I never thought I would ever run across anyone that worked in the same building that I did at Ft. Polk. Pre-Owned. (photos: U.S. Army). 1st Plt. Our cadre were all recent Vietnam vets and seemed sadistic to us. 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