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Originally Posted by tsweeney
My father was SGT Russell W. Sweeney, B-56, 66'-68.
I was wondering if anyone knew him and if so, please contact me. I am GREATLY interested in knowing about his experiences in Vietnam. Was he part of the Phoenix Program?
He passed away a few years ago before I had a chance to talk to him about this...now I would like to know.
Thank you.
Tim Sweeney
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Hello Tim, (Salute)
I served in 5th SFG,B-56, SIGMA from 66-68 and remember Sgt Sweeney well. He worked in the commo bunker at Camp Ho Ngoc Tau... We were the younger guys back then and a group of us kinda hung out during stand down times.
Your dad was an excellent soldier and a great communicator. He did volunteer more then a few times to accompany the commando companies on combat missions and even flew covey for the recon teams when there was trouble.
I was assigned to the Recon section and depended on the commo guys constantly for the best radios and commo stuff.
My condolences on your dads passing and my Salute to him.
Warmest Regards,
Axe