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Colonel Donlon, I had the honor of escorting you and your wife at the 2001 Texas Tech University Vietnam Center Conference. You were very kind and we enjoyed sitting at your table at the banquet. I was a research assistant at the time under Dr. Reckner. I mentioned, at the time, that in the near future that I was going to be getting married. I believe you said to send you an invitation. We did send an invitation, but I don't believe it was ever received. We were honored to share that brief time with you in Lubbock and we would like to stay in touch with you. John and Tara McClung johnmark.tara@gmail.com
John and Tara McClung <johnmark.tara@gmail.com>
Nashvillle, TN USA -
Captain Donlon, My name is Lorna Thul, I live in Flemington NJ, where I am a dental hygienist. Today I had a patient who turns out to be your niece Mariane, she noticed a photo of my son Garrett who is a plebe at WP. She proceeded to tell me about your Medal of Honor. I have been fortunate to have met several MOH recipiants in recent months. I have been so impressed with the caring and compassion of these wonderful human beings. I have no doubt from what I have read about you that you are made of the same qualities. I will be ordering your book in the near future. Now that my son is at WP I have a tremendous desire to read about men like yourself. Thank you for what you have done for our country, you are among a group of Americans you continue to inspire young men like my son to serve and protect our freedom. Sincerely Lorna Thul
Lorna Thul <lornathul@live.com>
Flemington, NJ USA -
As July 4th approaches each year, I always think of you and what an honor it was to have known you! You even babysat my children. I'm sorry to say that Jerry passed away this year. I wish you and your family good health and much happiness! "Brad"/Jackie Baker
JACKIE (KACZOR) BAKER <JACKIEBBAKER@AOL.COM>
BONHAM, TX USA -
Dear Col. & Mrs. Donlon Thank you and God bless!!!
Pham Phu Phi Hung <pham2ph@yahoo.com>
Newman, Ca. USA -
Dear Col. Donlon,I know you as Roger as I was Your sister Adrienne's best friend and I was at your house often. God Bless you for doing what you did and when I saw you get the Medal Of Honor on T.V I cried. I also met you at Saugeties when we honored you for your bravery. Love ,Clotilda
Clotilda MazzucaYoung <Byoung1929@yahoo.com>
Woodbridge, NJ USA -
Col Donlon I had the privlege of working for you while stationed at Camp Zama, Honshu Japan. You were a good leader and good officer. I have read excerpts of various articles and they are inspiring. When I go to the Medal of Honor website and read all the inspiring citations that soldiers have earned it makes me proud to be a American. And being an african american veteran i feel extremely proud of the challenges that black soldiers have had to overcome. I salute them and you.
Cameron Evans <tree_30060@yahoo.com>
Mableton, Ga USA -
Hello Major, (as I knew you) I had the honor of training under you for a brief period, far too short. Beyond Bragg and my unique para-military unit, I found myself as a Police Officer in Omaha in February 1969, retiring in 1997. I am a very classical person, in that I unabashedly have heros. The Lone Ranger and Tonto, who I once met, and a couple others, gave me core values that guided my career. Your actions at Nam Dong, that is, stay in the fight, regardless, (even though your mind and feet tell you to extract) actually became a part of my mind-set in numerous combat and other critical experiences on the job. I was called back to man a Precinct 2 years ago, part time, and I really enjoy teaching the young officers what my heros and my experiences have taught me. You might find it interesting that your response to the assault at your camp 45 years ago, is now cutting-edge training for law enforcement and the military throughout the country. We teach to stay in the fight, no matter what your wounds or other circumstances, and to survive by offensive tactics. My great honor to have met you, to have actually held your Medal, and now, to have this opportunity to share with you the influence you have had in most unexpected ways. With respect and thanks, Larry.
Larry Hogya <eisenusa@msn.com>
Omaha, NE USA -
the flag you presneted to me on behalf of WO2 Conroy in 2002 was presented to his sister who resides outside of Brisbane. I requested the AATTV Association to presnet the flag.
Major Terry Walsh R (Aust) <Terry.Walsh@bigpond.com>
Townsville, Q Australia -
God Bless You Colonel!
Arthur K. Marsh <soartmar@cox.net>
Mustang, Ok USA -
Hello Sir! I just read your great book,Beyond Nam Dong. Was hard to put it down. Thanks for your great service to our country-and to helping the country of Vietnam. I was able to take a trip there with Dave Roever's group in 2003. My stepdad retired at Leavenworth and at one time was in the 10th Group at Bad Tolz.And my father died there February 1966 on his second tour.He was with 1st Brigade of the 101st(B.CO.2/502nd). Thanks again. Jim Vaczi 6410 West 93rd Terrace Overland Park,Ks. 66212
James A Vaczi <jvaczi@everestkc.net>
Overland Park, KS USA -
Hi Roger , Sorry you missedour 55th H S reunion in Saugerties,NY. We were looking forward to seeing you & Norma to recall all our memories from school. Jack & I are well & happy , we wish the same for you & your family. Rose & Jack Barry
Rose (Monteleone) Barry <rose1034@aol.com>
Naples, , Fla USA -
Col. Donlon, I grew up in Saugerties, NY. My parents (Bud & Mary) were a few years ahead of you at St Mary's. Growing up in Saugerties, I had the opportunity to play many basketball games at the Donlan Auditorium. Congratulations for a well served Army career, service to your country, and post-retirement activities.
John (Buddy) Miller <John.Miller@qwest.com >
Boulder, CO USA -
Thanks for your service. LTC Joseph A. Bell USAR Ret
Joseph Bell <jbell@uindy.edu>
Indianapolis, In USA -
Colonel Donlon, I wanted to thank you for talking to the Truman State University Football team this past week. It was an honor to hear your story. I was the young man that you threw the Green Bay Packer cards too at the end of your speech (I gave all but one away, I plan to hold onto that forever since it was given to me by a true hero). I plan to buy both of your books and am anxious to read and learn more about your story. Thank you again and God Bless.
Derek Rodriguez <dcr632@truman.edu>
Miami, Fl USA -
Sir, I have read an article about your planned visit to Altamont, NY's famous spot where many retired USVets come down and eat at my old friend's restaurant. That owner is Cindy Pollard, who runs The Home Front Cafe there at 198 Main Street confirmed the news that you are coming down on May 28th between 12 and 2 PM. My wife Susan and I look forward to come and see you there with so many coming too who are very excited. Are you coming alone by yourself or with your wife Norma? I am currently working with my church group team's Memorial Day Parade at Berne, NY Monday May 26th 10 am to Noon regarding the "Our #1 Hero" Theme contest. Last year, our church parade float won 3rd place by our home town officials who watch our parade floats at the Grandstand erected in front of Berne-Knox-Westerlo High School. My wife Susan and I would be most pleased to invite you (and your wife too if she's coming along) as our guests to stay overnight after your visit at Home Front Cafe for Breakfast in our small humble house which sits right across from Warner's Lake. Cindy Pollard knows us for 7 years as her regular customers and vendor - we have been supplying her with our fresh grown rhubarb from our friend's farm for a few years - You can ask her about us and she will vouch for us if you have any questions, Sir. Our home address is 3 Mox Lane, East Berne, NY 12059 We can be can be contacted at (518) 872-0998 please let us know in advance whether you accept it or not or that you have other plans before coming in order that we prepare ourselves for your special visit here at The Hilltowns. The best way for your response is to contact me via e-mail than making that expensive long-distance call. You can find your way up here thru MapQuest with our home address information for directions from Altamont. We look forward to hearing from you, Sir and have a wonderful day. May God Bless You :-)!!!(-:
John Miner, Jr. <nyahururuclown@yahoo.com>
East Berne, NY USA -
Roger, I have known you most of my life. My parents were Fannie and Jim Clement. I just want you to know how proud they were to know you. When our son was old enough to understand, Dad would tell him all about you. I even found a copy of your book for him. Mother and Daddy have both passed away; Daddy in Dec. 1996 and Mother in Oct. 2006. I just saw a news byte about a MOH affair in Atlanta and thought of you. Too often, we mean to do and say things, so I took the opportunity to find you on the internet and wanted to pass this on to you. Sincerely, Diane Clement O'Neal
Diane Clement O'Neal <dioneal2@gtcom.net>
Port St. Joe, FL USA -
I am older brother of your company clerk, Scott Coe, NCO Academy, 2nd Infantry. I was in 8th Cav. 1st Cav. Div in '60-'61. The Spoonbill. The NCO Academy was in planning then. I was driver for BG Commander, Col. J. L. Ballard. I regret, having retired from Kansas State Pen. and living in Tonganoxie, that I never thought to meet you. Blessings on you and yours.
Randall E. Coe <macpolcoe1@webtv.net>
Newark, CA USA -
HELLO UNCLE ROGER - JUST BROWSING THE WEB AND VISITED YOUR WEBSITE, HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL - HELLO TO AUNT NORMA. HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON, LOVE & PRAYERS, JACQUELINE
Jacqueline Anne-Bernadette Donlon <jacqueline.donlon@us.army.mil>
fort monmouth, nj USA -
Remember our trips back and forth from Delta Junction (Black Rapids) to Fairbanks on some weekends when we were going through ski school. I was only an E4 at the time but at the school we were both students. It was hard work but I really enjoyed that time. I still carry the newspaper article that announced you being awarded the CMOH
Fred Garraway <Fgarraway@hot.rr.com>
Killeen, TX USA -
Thank you for sharing your experiences, thoughts and stories. Most of all, thank you for your service to your country.
Shawn Carpenter <scarpenter@oryxinc.com>
Falls Church, VA USA -
Sir, It was an honor meeting you today at the IHOF induction at Fort Leavenworth. I wanted to thank you for being such a strong influence on those that have come after you. Thank you for all that you do for our Nation and our Regiment.
MAJ Steve Hayden
Fayetteville, NC USA -
Col. Donlon, I grew up in Saugerties, NY, served in the U.S. Navy from 1970-1976 including a tour in Vietnam with the Naval Advisory Group and the U.S. Naval Reserve from 1976-1994. I read your first book and knew of your history in Saugerties from many town residents. Congratulations for a well served Army career, service to your country, and post-retirement activities.
CDR James B. Coffey, SC, USNR <jbcoffey1@yahoo.com>
Albuquerque, NM USA -
Roger H in 1955 when you were at USMAP I was the Cadre company clerk, Cpl Woody Federman. Page 3 of our little yearbook. It was an honor to have served with you. I am now 75 years old and babysitting for my three year old grandchild. J.J. Broder contacted me for the 50 year reunion. As we all approach our final run it is great to hear that so many of our 1955 class is still around. Hope to hear from you, Woody federman
Woody Federman <wpbfed@cs.com>
Las Vegas, NV USA -
Dear Col Donlon, ALthough it has been many years since we have met, (I am Ed and Carol DeChristopher's oldest) I was wondering when the next time you would be in the Charleston area. My husband is an avid history buff and would be truley honored to meet you some day. Sincerely, Patty
Patty Barker (DeChristopher) <toleosm@hotmail.com>
Calabash, NC USA -
Sir, I had the pleasure of meeting you several years ago. It was at the fourth of July parade in Saugerties, our home town. I am sure you know some of my family. I want to say thank you for your service to the country. You make Saugerties proud. Thanks, Todd
Todd <lavallee138@yahoo.com>
USA -
Sir, To begin ,I thank for your time in service and devotion to service. I'm commander of the Chas A Hammond American Legion Post # 8 in Port Huron Mi. I have one question that has bothered me for years and you may be able to clear it up. I was a sgt in A/2/31 Inf 7th Div in Korea 1967-68. We deployed to the Spoonebill on 2JAn68. Our main camp was Camp Matta,but we in Aco were not there but just I belive up the road from Sitman. All this time I through we were part of Sitman,or were you the only unit to be considered to be at Camp Sitman?? Were we considered part of Matta? I know that Bco was at Matta with HHC,but Cco and A were not in the same location as HHc and Bco. There was a motor pool across from us so your unit was south of that but not as far south as RC3. Any help you could be in this matter would help clear it up. Respectfully Joseph W Herber
Joseph W Herber USAR [ret] <jwherber@hotmail.com>
Port Huron, Mi USA -
I was with the 2nd Inf. Div in 1967-68 and went to ACTA in Jan. Feb. of 68. We went out on patrol from ACTA when the 31 North Korean came across. Proud to have Served.
Raul R Anzaldua <Rudyanza@aol.com>
Lansing, Mi. USA -
Roger: sent you an email concerning your omission (and Audie Murphy) from a MOH hard cover book that a Rotary International member wants to put in Western NC high school libraries. I am opposed to spending Rotary $5K for an inaccurate publication.Publisher supposedly says it was your choice. Can you advise? 828 743 9761
Page Bernstein, Coilonel of Infantry <pageb6@earthlink.net>
Cashiers, NC USA -
I had the great privilege of serving with the 46th SFCA in Thailand in 1969. I was a newly promoted 22 year old Captain and Army Aviator. Needless to say the year I spent with those professional Green Berets was the highlight of my twenty year career. Thanks for your past and continued service to our country. Fred Longhi, LTC, (retired)
Fred Longhi <v.longhi@verizon.net>
Sarasota, FL USA -
Hello This is SSG Jeff Yager we met in the USAEUR LAND EXPO in Germany some time ago. I am Fran and Jacks son n law. I saw your page just thought Id drop a line Im here in ft knox and im in ANCOC and will be writing a Battle Analysis from your mission in Nam Dong. Take care sir talk to you later SSG Jeff Yager
Jeff Yager <jyager281923@yahoo.com>
FORT KNOX, ky USA -
Hello This is SSG Jeff Yager we met in the USAEUR LAND EXPO in Germany some time ago. I am Fran and Jacks son n law. I saw your oage just thought Id drop a line Im here in ftknox and im in ANCOC and will be writing a Battle Analysis from your mission in Nam Dong. Take care sir talk you later SSG Jeff Yager
Jeff Yager <jyager281923@yahoo.com>
FORT KNOX, ky USA -
Roger, It would be a pleasure to meet you someday. If you're ever in the Cincinnati, Ohio or Indianapolis, Indiana area please let me know. I've had the honor of meeting MOH recipient Sammy Davis and hope to meet Bud Biddle before too long. I've been to several schools with Sammy Davis and he's an inspiration to the students. You MOH recipients are national treasures and I thank you for your dedicated service to OUR country ! Good health and may God bless you. PG Gentrup
P.G. Gentrup <pggentrup@aep.com>
Risnig Sun, IN USA -
Sir, I just wanted to say thank you for your service to our country. Your story is an inspiration. Justin Evans
BM2 (SW) Justin T. Evans <bp475@hotmail.com>
Norfolk, VA USA -
Hello, sir. I would liek to thank you for the encouraging words for my day of graduation and your book. The book helps me to learn not only about the history of a war I am interested, but the history of a family memmber. Hopefully one day I will be able to meet you in person. Pfc Shelbi Johnson
Shelbi Johnson/PFC <american_child4eva@hotmail.com>
Ft. Huachuca, AZ USA -
Colonel Donlon: Thanks for a wonderful speech at the Alamo Scouts Reunion on 17 June 2005 in Kansas City. A great time was had by all. Also, warmest regards to Norma on behalf of all the Scouts.
Lance Zedric <Zee61@aol.com>
Peoria, IL USA -
Col. Donlon, It is truly an honor to know you and thank you from the bottom of my heart for accepting the Grand Marshal position for this year's Harley Davidson's Heroes Ride on September 10, 2005. I'll let you in on a little secret...I have it on good authority, that many, many of the young troops you will meet at Nellis AFB, cannot wait to meet you. I'm certain this happens wherever you go, but I am getting daily feedback from these young people on how excited they are for the chance to meet you and to shake your hand. It's inspiring! and, I can't wait! God bless you, and stay well, Sir. Lisa Christianson (Mark's wife) P.S. If you folks are comfortable, Mark and I would love to have you and your wife stay in our home. We have a private bed and bath all set up for you.
Mark & Lisa Christianson <MSGTSF@cox.net>
Las Vegas , NV USA -
Hi Col. Donlon. You know that you have been my hero for many years. Since the Presidio. Glad to see that you are still active. God Bless.
Susan Marshall <SusanInAurora@aol.com>
Aurora, CO USA -
Mr. Donlon--I have been browsing your website, as well as the Home of Heroes site, and the information in both is truly fascinating. I have collected the autographs of numerous Medal of Honor recipients from both WWII and Korea and would appreciate having your autograph also. Congratulations on your many successes in life and thanks for your patriotism to our country.
Ron Koster <rmkoster@yahoo.com>
Clay Center, KS USA -
COL Donlon: I read "Outpost of Freedom" in my late teens, and it affected me deeply. I was in ROTC at the Univ. Rhode Island, but discovered I was not psychologically fit for military service, thanks to what I only five years ago at age 47 discovered to be bipolar syndrome. In those days, medical science hadn't a clue. I did, however, "get" the military, Your story helped. I've been a lifelong journliast, and specialized in military writing, especially as few journalists understand its professionalism, intellectual and physical requirements, at both the "O" and "E" levels, not to mention the subtlties that distinguish them. You take them for granted, but trust me, to the world at large those nuances are invisible. I read "Outpost" over 30 years ago, but so much never left me. You lost all those Nung tribesmen and Montagards (did I get that right?), but the loss of Pop Alamo and John Lucius Houston -- and I'm writing this from memory, of a library book 30 plus years ago -- must be with you still. Was it Team A-726? 736? I remember "Disser's (mortar) pit... was a hellhole," and how you "ignored" the VC homebrew grenades. I remember a nickel-plated .45 revolver, though whose I can't (was it Houston's? Alamo's?). The 105 recoiless rifle. How you almost threw up after you twisted the neck of the chick with rickets on the farm. "Remember the Fourth Commandment, Roger," Honor Thy Father and Mother. You were bootless when the Chucks hit, and misunderstood what an indiginous ally was saying when he said "vee cee, vee cee." You and another almost got heads together near an 81mm discharge. In high school, doodling in notebooks, I drew and re-drew your camp layout trying to improve it based on the story. All this from the memory of a book I read once, before 1970. That's impact, colonel. You affected youth then. Mine was high impact detonation, of the best kind. You evidently do so now. That matters. I could say so much more, but who'd read it? In closing, let me say that after more than one ROTC night training exercise -- a joke to you and your Ranger/SF and even "regular" brethren -- I thought about the fireworks, smoke, smells, chaos, and cacaphony, and thought (as was the point of the exercie): If this chaos and insanity is play, what can it possibly be like when people live and die -- people depending on YOU to keep them breathing? Wear the blue ribbon proudly, colonel. You did it for 300 million, and countless millions yet unborn. I know you realize that fate placed in your path the opportunity to earn what many others would have. They're my generation. A tunnel rat lives down the street, is a recovering alcohlic. I see them every day, and I've made the pilgrimage to our generation at The Wall. It stills my speech. Sincerely, Richard A. Booth
Rick Booth <rick.booth@norwoodlight.com>
Norwood, MA USA -
Sir: I did not know you personally, but in SF you are a legend. I spent 18 yrs in SF and 2 yrs in VN ('69-'71 Plekue). I was dooing some research in the Hall of Hero's and ran across your site. I lost many friends in VN as did you, and I survived a few night attacks, but nothing like you did. It was nice to have been in the same unit, same war as you. Ronald H. Suter (SFGA MSG Retired)
Ron Suter <ron.suter@verizon.net>
Crofton, MD USA -
Roger: I ran across your website unexpectedly. We knew each other many years ago in Korea. You commanded the ACTA and I was a young lLT in charge of APO 96224. Our mutual friend was CPT Bill Gillam (they don't make them like that anymore). I met your family at Zama some years later. I hope you, Norma and the children are well. I sent another e-mail a few days ago with McMurdo family news but I don't know if you received it. It sounds like you're leading an extremely active and rewarding life (as would be expected). Take care of yourself, Roger, and God Bless! Best wishes to the family. Burke
Burke McMurdo <burke@mcmurdo.com>
Redmond, WA USA -
THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS!!!
Ray Burns <rburnsjr82@hotmail.com>
Doylestown, PA USA -
Dear Colonel Donlon, I consider it an honor to be able to communicate with you. I was a young man with a family in 1964. I had just started my career so I was not very interested in military service, nor did I pay much attention to the conflict in which we were involved in Vietnam. All of that changed in 1964 when I moved into a home that just happened to be next door to a major who had just retired from the United States Army Special Forces( he received a battlefield commission during the Korean Conflict). He helped me to understand why we were sending our forces to Vietnam. Then we both read of the exploits and heroism of a young army captain named Roger C. Donlon. Although I never did serve in our armed forces I developed a deep respect for those of you who put yourselves in "harms way" to protect and defend the freedoms that all of us enjoy to this day. I was an extremely motivated young man who had a deep desire to be the best that I could be. But, you sir, gave new meaning to the phrase "be the best that you can be". I probably cannot adequately describe the impact that you had on my life, but for 40 years I have remembered you as an example of the best that our country has to offer. Also, my neighbor always took pride in knowing that a fellow Special Forces Officer was the first Medal of Honor recipient during the Vietnam conflict I personally always wondered what happened to Roger C. Donlon later in his life. I recently have become computer literate so I now know that you are still alive and well. During the past 40 years, It has been my good fortune to meet and know many world class athletes, people in the news and more importantly, people who have truly made a difference in our lives. I have an area in my home that I call my wall of fame. It is covered with pictures, autographs and memorabilia from people who like you made a difference. I will shortly be sending you a copy of your citation and photograph along with a request for an autograph. You will be the only Medal of Honor recipient on my wall, but I would consider it a privilege to have you honor my request I would appreciate hearing from you. You cared, You sacrificed, You truly made a difference Best Personal Regards, Norm Storkel
Norm Storkel <norm@flex.net>
Houston, Tx USA -
Sir: It was a honor for me to spend a few hours today with you and your wonderful wife. Thank you very much for sharing your home with Ron and I today, it was truly a honor to have the chance to have you show me so many of your items. God Bless you and your family and Thank you for all you have done and continue to do. OH, thanks again for lunch! Next time your close to Emporia, it will be our treat. Larry Hall "My Tour 365" M Co. 75th Inf Ranger 1969
Larry Hall <lrrp70@osprey.net>
Emporia, KS USA -
COL Donlon- Came across you page today. I was a IMPOC student a Ft. Benning in 1976 when you were at the school. I still remember your name as one of the few MOH winners that I came in contact with during my military career.
Travis W. Tichenor, COL (ret) USAR <tweet@psci.net>
Magnet, IN USA -
Dear Roger: I sent you a rather lengthy E-mail today thru this website and started to take to you down memeory lane, well befor your going back to West Point of your heroic tour in Viet Nam. If you get a moment, please read it and respond. Thanks, Joe Lynch
Joseph G. Lynch <Brdwy1JL@aol.com>
Port St. Lucie, 34986, FL USA -
i gave you the wrong e-mail address previously,
dick taylor <rick37921@ yahoo.com>
USA -
dear sir, my friend and m1 garand enthusiist lewis white were talking about you today, he was telling me about your hand grenade training you and he had at ft. jackson , s.c. it was very intersting and we laughed alot. its a pleasure to meet you , i was in the navy during the viet nam conflict my time was 1972, i am a pattrol supervisor for the knoxville police dept, knoxville , tn, lewis helps me with my shooting and his experiemce is a great help, take care dick taylor
dick taylor <ric37921@yahoo.com>
knoxville, tn USA -
Sir, I'm glad that I got to meet you at Branson, MO. Sept. 14, 2004 was a life changing event for me. All of you are outstanding men who represent all of us. SEMPER FI, John Cook.
John Cook <E5031163@aol.com>
New Windsor, NY USA -
Tho I never served with the Special Forces, I did have the opportunity to train at the JFKSWF Center, at Fort Huachuca, AZ and in Honduras. I also served with a SGM L Gaspar at Huachuca, he is a prior 5th Group member. I participated in 5 Flinklock Exercise in England and Moracco. I was always impressed with the professionalism of every Green Beret I ever met, I was made an honoary member of the 10th Group during one Flintlock exercise and was allowed to jump with them, even tho I was not Army airborner certified, I did sport jump. Someone probably could have gotten into serious trouble had they been caught. I guess unconventional in war also means unconventional in thinking. Your herorics in Viet Nam inspire many folks, my Uncle, now pass mentored 23 Eagle Scouts, reading your book was a requirement for them. He probably tested them to ensure they had read and understood the meaning of the Arrow Head. I salute you, and may God Bless you and yours.
SFC David Jarrett US Army Retired <djarrett@neo.rr.com>
Canton, Oh USA -
Sir, I never got the chance to say Thank You when I served with you in the Mortar Div. @ Benning. You inspired me to be a better soldier and I became a better man Thanks to you and the men of 11th Company
Sgt. Rickey Edward Botts <movers1@alltel.net>
Dahlonega, GA USA -
COL Donlon, I met you during a Seabee Viet Nam Veteran's reunion in November of 2002 in Branson, Missouri at the Military Museum. You stood erect in uniform as our group approached. I introduced myself to you, and your immediate response was "Welcome Home". I cannot think of a more memorable event in my military career, which spans 36 years (I'm still in the reserves). I purchased a copy of your book which you graciously autographed. I delayed reading for some unkonwn reason until very recently. I must now confess... I was sorry to have it end. What a glorious and beautifully written story! I would like to meet with you again to express my gratitude for your conviction and perseverance in upholding the ideals and values of our great nation. Are you still involved with reconciliation activites? Tim Eckstein CAPT/MC, USNR
Tim Eckstein <eckstei1@yahoo.com>
Rockford, MI USA -
Sir: I have studied the MOH for several years, and your story always makes me wonder why it hasnt been made into a movie? As many crappy Vietnam movies have been made, many of them full of contrivances, and just plain falsehoods. Why couldnt they just make ONE movie about a true hero? You are the embodiment of America, her values, and her courage. Thank you for motivating me every day of my life. GBU!!
Britt McDurmon <ybishop@swbell.net>
Euless, tx USA -
Colonel and Mrs. Donlon, I was very pleased to spend two weeks with Justin. He and I were room mates (BNCOC @ Ft. Jackson). He is a very proud son. It was interesting listening to Justin tell me parts of your story. I'm looking forward to reading the whole thing. From my generation to yours, thank you for all that you have done, past, present, and future. SSG Hughes "Scouts Out"
Robert Hughes <robert.hughes@tx.ngb.army.mil>
Austin, tx USA -
Its great to have the same surmane as you sir.I served with the 57th aslt helicopter co,camp hollaway,Pleiku as a crewchief in 71 & 72.God bless you and your family.
Joseph J. Donlon <Joeirish49@aol.com>
South Bend, In USA -
I am glad I have found your site. Now I may learn more of what you and my father went through. I still haven't found him, Keith E. Daniels, but am still looking. Hopefully he will be on here and will see this. God Bless all. Peggy
Peggy Radabaugh (Daniels) <Softwhispers@peoplepc.com>
Sherwood, Mi USA -
Sir, There are only two men in this life time that I admire. One is already in God's care Audie. L. Murphy, and the other is you. I served in the Australian Army for 33 Years. A tour of duty in South Vietnam,with an Infantry Battalion 1967/68. To me Sir you are and always will opitimise what soldiering is all about, albeit comming form the mouth of an ex Australian soldier. One day Sir I will send for a copy of your new book. I would be honoured if you could find the time to autograph it. In conclusion Sir, you are a true American Hero. Regards Darryl Tinker
Darryl Tinker <tinkerd@bigpond.com>
Wodonga, Vic Australia -
DEAR COLONEL DONLON, OVER THIRTY YEARS AGO I WROTE TO YOU REQUESTING A SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH WHICH YOU VERY KINDLY SENT ALONG IN SHORT ORDER. THIS WAS THE INITIAL VIETNAM WAR REQUEST I EVER MADE OF ANY MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENT AND I AM PLEASED TO SAY THAT YOUR SIGNED PHOTOGRAPH HAS BEEN SEEN BY COUNTLESS THOUSANDS AS WE TAKE THESE ITEMS AROUND TO OUR VARIOUS LECTURES AND DISPLAYS. WISHING YOU BOTH CONTINUED LONG LIFE AND HAPPINESS IN YOUR RETIREMENT. YOU CERTAINLY HAVE EARNED IT. WISHING YOU ALSO, COMPLIMENTS OF THE SEASON AND ALL THE VERY BEST. CLAY MARSTON - DIRECTOR - WWW.HISTORICALMILITARIA.COM - BIOGRAPHER OF THE LOST OF THE VIETNAM ERA - WWW.THEVIRTUALWALL.ORG -
CLAY MARSTON <CMARSTON@INTERLOG.COM>
PALM BEACH, FL USA -
God Bless the Warriors!
Don Gallaway <Don.Gallaway@motorola.com>
Freedom, New York USA -
Thank you for having us to listnen to your story.
Joseph Kibitlewski
Lubbock, tx USA -
Sir, Recently heard you speak at a CAS^3 graduation in FT Leavenworth. Your words were inspiring and a lot of what you said hit home. Thank you for what you have done and your outstanding speach on family, spirituality, career and discouragement.
Chris Adams <CAdams3121@aol.com>
Lawton, OK USA -
Heartfelt thank you Sir.God bless you in your good work.
Brad L Edwards <bradledwards@earthlink.net>
littleton, co. USA -
Semper-Fi , Colonel, and god bless you and your family. You are proof that something good came out of that terrible war. Thank you. cpl m yelverton, usmc 1962-67
marshallyelverton <marshallyelverton@hotmail.com>
Trapper Creek, Ak USA -
Roger, Now I am beginning to appreciate this invention. I would very much like to read your story, BEYOND NAM DONG,plus I would like to know if you can send me a copy of the article,"Outpost of Freedom".I know my three sons, Michael, Joseph and Alexander would like to read these stories not to mention, my husband, Jim and my daughter, Carol. I seem to vaguely remember writing you several years ago or so.Is this the case?If not,I think you might be interested to know that my Father and Mother are in Heaven. I guess you knew Dad was USMA Class of '41. I didn't know that you attended the Point. Please contact us by email if you wish. When will you be in this area, Roger?In the meantime,we wish you all the best and please know that I will certainly make a special effort to keep you and yours in my prayers. Carol Muzyk Kaylor
Mrs. CAROL MUZYK/Kaylor <Carolkaylor@msn.com>
Eau Claire, WI USA -
Merry Christmas !!!
Jari Salo <jari.salo@nic.fi>
Seinajoki, FINLAND -
Dear Roger, Your story is truly inspiring. You are a very courageous man. I am actually a very good friend of your nephew Michael who I got to know when he was in Singapore in charge of Morton's. My good friend Major Thomas L. Daniels served with Special Forces in Pleiku but I have lost touch with him. I want to order your book and I would appreciate it very much if you could autograph it for me. I wish you Happiness, Good Health and Success in all your endeavours! I shall be in San Francisco and Orlando on vacation from Dec 8 to 19. De Opresso Liber! Best regards, M Dr. Michael Lim The Travelling Gourmet Travel, Food & Wine Writer
Dr. Michael Lim The Travelling Gourmet <mpooh@pacific.net.sg>
Bedok, Singapore -
Col. Donlon: Thank you for granting my recent request for you autograph,on behalf of my daughter. She will grow up knowing that there are Heroes in America. You are a credit to America Armed Forces, and I thank you for your service to our great Nation.
Steve Ryan <dressblues88@hotmail.com>
Johnstown, PA USA -
Dear Sir, It was an honor for me to provide our command brief to you during your visit to Rotterdam, Netherlands. Thank you for your words, I will never forget them.
Captain William L. Peel <peelw@mtmc598th.army.mil>
APO, AE Netherlands -
Sammy Davis will be in Merriville IN this weekend. I was looking for the schedule when I seen your web site. It is a great web site. To often our young people do not know the price that others have paid for this great country. Served with B/17 and E/506, 101st.
Ray Morrison <rmorrison@ldrind.com>
Hammond, IN USA -
Like your story
Larry
USA -
Dear Roger and Norma, I hope you enjoy your new guestbook. Thank you BOTH for ALL that you do.
Doug and Pam Sterner <Doug@HomeOfHeroes.com>
Pueblo, CO USA -