Year | 1967 |
Month | 2 |
Day | 10 |
Hour | 17 |
Minute | 30 |
Sequence | 2 |
DateTime Group | 02101730.2 |
3/26 Unit | M 3/26 |
Other Unit | |
Map Grid | YD472315 |
Place | |
Activity | The enemy force estimated at 30-40, with BAR, carbine and other auto weapons. Mortar crews wore khaki trousers, shirts and helmets. Unlike most firefights the enemy advanced against heavy small arms and mortar fire and maintained solid contact for 60 minutes. Results: 5 USMC WIA; 6 VC KIAC; 9 VC KIAP 1 weapon captured. |
Casualty | 5 USMC WIA,
6 VC KIAC, 9 VC KIAP |
Name | Cpl Ron Smarker WIAE* |