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by Donna Fuller on 04/18/21
reunion vote
by Donna Fuller on 03/29/21
reunion vote
by Donna Fuller on 03/29/21
Reunion info READ!!!
by Donna Fuller on 03/25/21
From John Fuller Our President:
Second Battalion, Third Marines
Vietnam Veterans Association
25 March 2021
My brother Marines,
Hello from the Natural Sate. I hope this message finds all of you in fine spirits and good health.
Our reunion is right around the corner and I feel now is the time for the membership to decide individually who wants to go ahead with the reunion scheduled in St. Louis. I ask each of you to contact your company representative with your decision by next Wednesday, 31 March 2021. This way, we can tally up the ayes and the nays and the decision will be yours, not the officers and company representatives.
This reunion is your annual gathering to rekindle the friendship that was formed over 54 years ago, and I know each of you look forward to this occasion with great anticipation and eagerness. Our type of friendship will never be understood by anyone who has not experienced the bonding of men under fire, not even our fellow Marines that supported us in the rear.
When making you’re your decision, keep in mind we will not have the same liberties as our previous reunions and the hotel with have protocols in place to deal with the COVID problem. Our activities are still not firm, but I will continue to press the hotel and our reunion organizers for a firm answer. I look forward to your decision.
Semper Fi
John Fuller
President
2/3 Vietnam Veterans Asso
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Remembrance
by Donna Fuller on 02/28/21
The small 2/3 relief force was led by Lieutenant Colonel Victor Ohanesian and Sergeant Major Wayne N. Hayes. Both were mortally wounded on that day. Private First Class James Anderson Jr., "F" Company, would be awarded the Medal of Honor (posthumously) for his sacrifice. Pfc. Anderson was the first African American U.S. Marine to receive the M.o.H.
We remember and pray for Lt. Col. Ohanesian, Sgt. Major Hayes, Pfc. Anderson and all the Marines who did not walk off the battlefield on 28 February. They will always be remembered and honored by the Marines they proudly and dutifully served. Let us also remember the families of these men, with the hope that they have found the means to help them cope with the tremendous loss of their beloved Marines.
Rest in peace brothers. Semper Fidelis.
SF
Poness
Pete Conner From Mick
by Donna Fuller on 02/25/21From Mick:
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Reunion
by Donna Fuller on 02/12/21
From John (PREZ)
Second Battalion, Third Marines Vietnam Veterans Association
This has been an extraordinary year during which many of us have dealt with unexpected deaths, health, social, and financial challenges. This year has also left me with a deeper appreciation and gratitude for the things in life that matter most: family and friends, neighbors and community, and warmth in the company of the people we care most about. We have all been reminded of the importance of our relationships, and that includes our relationship with each of our members in our organization.
Over the past year, I have been awed by how many people everywhere have risen to the occasion through kindness and caring, acting as forces for good within their families and society. And let’s also remember the importance of finding silver linings and moments of joy.
Last year’s reunion in St. Louis was cancelled due to the anticipated and uncontrollable spread of the Corona virus that was ravaging the nation. The infectious rate has risen exponentially, especially in my state and throughout the country. We are still scheduled for St. Louis this year; however, all the company representatives and elected officers must meet and discuss how to proceed in the next few weeks. Additionally, we must elect new officers as per our by-laws, so anyone interested in any of the positions, please give it some serious consideration.
I am hopeful that this year’s reunion will go as planned, but we must be prepared in the event we can’t proceed. My primary concern is the welfare and well-being of all members of the organization and we must decide accordingly. Randy Shierman, Art Ferguson and I will keep you informed.
Semper Fi
John Fuller
President
2/3 Vietnam Veterans Association
SF
Poness
Happ New Year
by Donna Fuller on 12/31/20Happy New Year to a new decade:
