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5750
JAN 17 1970
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SECOND ENDORSEMENT on CO, 2d CAG ltr 3/LEN/dec over 3000 of 30Nov69

From: Commanding General, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific
To: Commandant of the Marine Corps (Code HD)
Subj: Command Chronology for period 1 September to 30 September 1969

1. The subject chronology has been reviewed for completeness and is forwarded herewith.

(signed)     
R. D. WHITE
By direction  

Copy to:
 CO, 2d CAG





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FMFDAC
700156
3K/lis
5750/1
Ser: 0370
30 DEC 1969

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FIRST ENDORSEMENT on CO, 2dCAG ltr 3/LEN/dec over 3000 of 30Nov69

From: Commanding General, III Marine Amphibious Force
To: Commandant of the Marine Corps (Code A03D)
Via: Commanding General, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific
Subj: Command Chronology for period 1 September to 30 September 1969

1. The subject chronology has been reviewed for completeness and is forwarded herewith.

(signed)      
L.E. POGGEMEYER    
BY DIRECTION  

Copy to:
 CO, 2dCAG





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HEADQUARTERS
2d Combined Action Group
III Marine Amphibious Force
FPO San Francisco, California 96602

                                                                                                   3/LEN/dec
3000
30 November 1969

CONFIDENTIAL (Unclassified when enclosure (1) is removed)

From: Commanding Officer
To: Commandant of the Marine Corps (Code AO3D)
Via: (1) Commanding General, III Marine Amphibious Force, Pacific
  (2) Commanding General, Fleet Marine Force, Pacific
 
Subj: Command Chronology for period 1 September to 30 September 1969
 
Ref: (a) MCO 5750.1A
  (b) FMFPacO 5750.8A
 
Encl: (1) 2d Combined Action Group Command Chronology
 

1. In accordance with the provisions of references (a) and (b), enclosure (1) is submitted.

2. Enclosure (1) is downgraded at 3 year intervals. Declassified after 12 years. DOD Directive 5200.10.

(signed)   
D. R. CHRISTENSEN






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HEADQUARTERS
2d Combined Action Group
III Marine Amphibious Force
FPO San Francisco, California 96602

COMMAND CHRONOLOGY

1 September 1969 to 30 September 1969

      INDEX Page
Part I ORGANIZATIONAL DATA 1-1 - 1-2
Part II NARRATIVE SUMMARY 2-1 - 2-18
Part III SEQUENTIAL LISTING OF
SIGNIFICANT EVENTS
3-1 - 3-19
Part IV SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS 4-1 - 4-4













DOWNGRADED AT 3-YEAR INTERVALS:
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PART I

ORGANIZATIONAL DATA

1. Designation COMMANDER Date
2d Combined Action Group LtCol E. L. LEWIS 1 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
 
SUBORDINATE UNITS  
1st Combined Action Company Capt. H. A. BAKER 1 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
2d Combined Action Company 1st Lt P. E. EBAUGH Jr. 1 Sep 69
19 Sep 69
  Capt T. M. BELDON 20 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
3rd Combined Action Company Capt. W. J. CAMPBELL 1 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
4th Combined Action Company Capt D. A. VOGELGESANG 1 Sep 69
5 Sep 69
  Capt H. M. McCLOY Jr. 6 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
5th Combined Action Company Major A. H. MOORE 1 Sep 69
9 Sep 69
  Capt J. R. KNIBBS 13 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
7th Combined Action Company Capt G. E. BROWN 1 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
8th Combined Action Company Capt R. D. TOMLIN 1 Sep 69
30 Sep 69
9th Combined Action Company Capt. D. D. DEAN 1 Sep 69
19 Sep 69


ATTACHED UNITS

Detachment, Kit Carson Scouts, 1st MarDiv G-2 (C-1)
Detachment, ARVN Interpreters/Translators, III MAF
Detachment, Medical Section, HQ, III MAF


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2. Locations.

1 September 1969 to 30 September 1969

HQ 2d CAG Hieu Nhon District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-1 Hieu Duc District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-2 Dai Loc District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-3 Dien Ban District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-4 Hieu Nhon District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-5 Hoa Vang District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-7 Hoa Vang District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-8 Hoa Vang District, Quang Nam Province, RVN
CACO 2-9 Duc Duc District, Quang Nam Province, RVN

3. Staff Officers.

Executive Officer/
Civic Action S-5 Officer
Maj J. A. McCARTY 1 Sep 69 - 30 Sep 69
 
S-1 Officer 1stLt H. NAGAI 1 Sep 69 - 11 Sep 69
  1stLt W. J. DECKER 15 Sep 69 - 30 Sep 69
 
S-2/S-3 Officer Major L. E. NUGENT 1 Sep 69 - 30 Sep 69
 
Asst S-2/S-3 Officer 1stLt. P. E. CASWELL 1 Sep 69 - 18 Sep 69
 
S-4 Officer/Supply Officer
Officer
Capt C. A. BURR 1 Sep 69 - 30 Sep 69



4. Average Monthly Strength.

USMC USN        
OFF    ENL OFF    ENL        
14     601 0     35        




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Part II

NARRATIVE SUMMARY

1. Personnel Administration.

   a. Joined and Transferred. During the month of September, the 2d Combined Action Group joined and transferred the following number of personnel listed in the four categories below:

 
(1) Joined
  Officers Enlisted
     3   67

 
(2) Rotated CONUS
  Officers Enlisted
     3   49

 
(3) Transferred within WestPac Command
  Officers Enlisted
     1   7

 
(4) Transferred by SR w/sick (out of country hospitals)
  Officers Enlisted
     1   27

   b. Awards.

      (1) Award recommendations during the reporting month were pro-cessed and forwarded to FMFPac for approval as follows:

Heroic End of Tour
 
USMC   USN   USMC  
SS
 0
BS
 2
NCM
 1
BS
 0
  LM
 2
 BS
  4
 NCM
  29
 NAM
  25

      (2) One Silver Star award was approved from FMFPac and delivered during the reporting month.

      (3) Sixty-two personnel of the Group also received Purple Heart medals as a result of combat wounds received during the month.

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   c. Casualties. Casualties during the month of September were as follows:

  KIA DOW DAI WIA WIANE NBC
USMC 0 0 1 19 40 5
USN 0 0 0  0 3 0

   d. Legal. Legal activities during the reporting month were as follows:

    Article 32 Investigations Informal Investigations NJP
0 2 13
 
  SCM
 1
  SPCM
 0
   

   e. The following Rest and Recuperation (R&R) leave quotas, out of country and in country were received and utilized:

    (1) Out of Country R&R - Quotas   Utilized
  36   34

   f. Promotions. Promotions effected during the month of September were as follows:

  Meritorious Regular
Sgt 0  1
Cpl 3  1
LCpl 0 84
PFC 0 37




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2. INTELLIGENCE

    a. General. The proposed T/O changes in the Operations Section for a Lieutenant, Assistant S-3/S-2 and a Staff NCO, as an Intelligence Chief are still pending at this time.

    b. Enemy Situation. For the first 5 days in September contact by the CAPs continued at a moderate level. Of significance were the return of 3 Hoi Chanhs to CAP 2-9-2 on the 2nd and the return of 5 more to the same unit the next day; also 8 VC were captured, 7 of them by CAP 2-2-4, the other by CAP 2-7-5.

     A renewed high point in the level of enemy activity had been expected to occur on or about 1-2 September, but the province was suffering the effects of typhoon Dorie at that time. The storm appeared to upset the enemy's timetable, for it was the 6th before he stepped up activity. In addition to attacking the Da Nang area with rockets and mortars on the 6th, the enemy hit CACO 2-1 and CACO 2-2 Headquarters and the CAP 2-9-1 compound with mortar fire. Numerous ground contacts were reported the same day.

     Although the enemy proclaimed a cease fire from 8-11 September, marking the death of Ho Chi Minh, there was no decrease in the level of enemy operations; CAP 2-9-1 and the surrounding hamlet were mortared on the 11th, the following day CAP 2-9-1 received two 122mm rockets next to its day haven site; on the 12th and again on the 13th 2d CAG Headquarters was hit; also on the 13th CACO 2-3 Headquarters and Vinh Dien Village received heavy SA and 81mm mortar fire, causing numerous civilian casualties.

     Enemy initiated ground activity slacked off in the following week. However, 2d CAG Headquarters again received an attack by fire on the 18th. Propaganda and terrorism remained at a high level in the province; in Nui Kim Son there was a kidnapping incident on the 16th. On the 18th CAP 2-3-2 seized VC propaganda leaflets, documents, and medical supplies from a VN woman.

     During the final week a low level of contact prevailed; most of the contacts consisted of CAP activities initiating fire on enemy troops moving in small groups, but on the 24th CAP 2-9-2 captured 4 VC who were crossing a river 8km SW of Dai Loc.

    c. Enemy Plans and Policies. During September the enemy continued his Summer-Fall Campaign, with a high point coming on the 6th. On that day there were numerous rocket and mortar attacks throughout the province; more attacks by fire and ground probes occured the week following. Towards the end of the month, however, ground activity slacked off.

     During the month VC/VCI activities remained at a high level. Emphasis was placed on expanding and strengthening the Provisional Revolutionary Government and VC control of the rural populace. Acts of

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terrorism were directed at refugee and resettlement areas, PSDF and RD cadre, and low level GVN officials. Propaganda teams centered on the US troop withdrawals, the inability of GVN forces to protect the people by themselves, and "the inevitable and forthcoming victory". Although the enemy announced a unilateral cease fire from 8-11 September, marking Ho Chi Minh's death, no lessening of activity was observed.

    d. Interrogator/Translator. During the month of September, 31 detainees, 19 POW's (2NVA, 17 VC) and 9 Hoi Chanhs were turned over by the CACOs to their respective District Headquarters for processing through the DIOCC. Feedback of information produced as a result of these interrogations was provided 2d CAG and the capturing CACOs.

    e. Counter Intelligence. Timely and accurate counter intelligence support was supplied to 2d CAG by the 3rd, 5th and 9th Counter Intelligence Teams. Blacklists, agent reports, and interrogation reports were provided to augment the counter intelligence activities of the DIOCC's.

    f. Interpreters. 8 interpreters were employed by 2d CAG during the month of September. 7 were assigned to CACOs and 1 remained at 2d CAG Headquarters.

    g. Enemy Statistics. Enemy statistics for the month of September were as follows:

KIA   POW   DETAINEES   HOI CHANH
32   19   31   9

  (1) Weapons and Ordnance Captured.
 
    Weapons
AK-47   13  
AK-50   1  
M-16   4  
Pistol, 9mm   1  
Pistol, 7.62mm   1  
Pistol, .45 cal.   1  
RPG-2 rocket launcher   3  

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Ordnance
122mm rocket   6  
82mm rounds   7  
61mm rounds   20  
RPG-7 round   1  
M-79 rounds   16  
M-26 grenades   7  
Chicom grenades   57  
Bangalore torpedo   1  
VC home-made mine   1  
AK-47 rounds   1,540  
Green star cluster   1  
(2) Equipment Captured
Carbine magazines   7  
AK-47 magazines   8  
NVA helmet   1  
NVA pack   2  
NVA flags   3  
Cartridge belt   3  
WP bag   1  
E-tool   1  
EE-8 field phone   1  
Comm wire   12 ft.
Blanket   1  

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Flight jacket   1  
Rain jacket   1  
Battle dressings   10  
Wrist watch   1  
Electronics book   1  
Map   1  
Salt   200 lbs.
Rice   570 lbs.
Miscellaneous propaganda leaflets,
items of clothing and medical gear.

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3. OPERATIONS

    a. General. During the month of September, with the continuation of the enemy's Summer-Fall Campaign, the CAP's of 2d CAG contended with a high level of ground activity, terrorism and propaganda.

     In the first week CAP's killed 9 enemy, took 9 prisoners and had 2 enemy Chieu Hoi to them. Most of this activity took place on the 6th, the high point in enemy activity for the month. On the 5th a CAP 2-3-6 patrol called artillery and air strikes on a bunker complex, destroying 8 bunkers, and finding 7 booby traps. On the 6th a combined CAP 2-7-5 and 2/1 patrol found 6 122mm rockets on launching stakes near Da Nang.

     Such activity continued throughout the record week as 11 more enemy were killed. CAP 2-1-4 killed 2 VC as they found two reinforced bunkers containing 2 RPG's, 5 AK-47's, and 3 sandbags filled with assorted grenades and B-40 rounds. In another incident CAP 2-3-6 found 6 NVA bodies 2 km N of Dien Ban.

     Activity tapered off in the third week as only 4 kills were recorded. Nevertheless, 10 suspects and 2 confirmed VC were apprehended.

     The slackening of contact continued into the final week, but CAP activities proved effective in the few contacts that did occur, as 8 enemy were killed and 6 captured.

    b. Mobility. At the end of the reporting period, 2d CAG had thirty-four (34) mobile CAP's and two (2) static CAP's operating in Quang Nam Province; one CAP (CAP 2-2-3) was converted from static to mobile during the reporting period. It is anticipated that another CAP will be converted from static to mobile next month.

    c. Training. Training plans for the month of September were submitted to the Commanding Officer, 2d CAG by all CACO's in accordance with Group Bulletin 1500. Emphasis remained on training all Marines and PF's primarily in general military subjects such as patrolling, setting ambushes and listening posts, and calling for fire support.

    d. Inspections. During the month of September a regular schedule of staff inspections was conducted throughout the CAP's. These inspections consisted of detailed critiques of undesirable trends and were submitted to CACO's so they could take corrective action. Also inspected were records being kept and coordination accomplished on both the CACO and CAP levels. Supply and communications inspections were also conducted in order to evaluate the state of readiness at the CAP and CACO level, based on usage data compiled at 2d CAG Headquarters.

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    e. Conferences/Meetings

      (1) Staff Conference. 2d CAG Headquarters continued to hold weekly staff meetings where matters of multiple staff cognizance were discussed.

      (2) Combined Action Company C.O.'s Meeting. During the month of September meetings were held on a weekly basis for all Combined Action Company Commanders and the Headquarters Staff. These meetings were specifically designed for the purpose of working out problems of support and coordination, in addition to promulgating command guidance. At each of these meetings the individual CACO C.O. or his representative gave a projection from the DIOCC (District Intelligence/Operations Control Center) concerning intelligence in their area for the coming week.

      (3) CAP Commanders Conference. During September two CAP Commanders Conferences were held. All agenda items were submitted by the individual CACO Commanders several days prior to the scheduled conference for review. The suggested agenda items were evaluated, arranged in a logical sequence, and distributed at the conference to the individual CAP Commanders as a guide for discussion. The first conference discussion centered on training of PF's, security procedures, and supply matters At the second conference special attention was placed on planning and preparing for operations during the monsoon, and coordination with the PF's in planning CAP activities.

    f. Special Operations.

      (1) Kit Carson Scouts. There were 7 Kit Carson Scouts deployed in 2d CAG units during September. They participated in 198 day and night patrols, assisted with 10 classes, and conducted 15 PsyOps broadcasts.

      (2) Scout Dogs and Handlers. During the month of September, 2d CAG operated with 4 organic Scout Dog Teams. In the course of the month one dog and his handler were wounded and evacuated, and the three other handlers rotated out-of-country. While the Scout Dog Teams were assigned, they were effective in locating caves, tunnels and booby-trapped areas; in detecting enemy movement and in warning of enemy ambushes.

    g. Voluntary Information Program. The total amount of funds expended as rewards to Vietnamese Nationals during September for information pertaining to enemy activity and/or enemy equipment and ordnance was 53,350$VN. This represents a decrease of 171,450$VN from August and a decrease of 281,950$VN from July.

    h. Artillery Support. During the month of September 2d CAG units called in (12) artillery and (8) 81mm mortar fire missions on either suspected or known enemy targets.

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   i. Air.

      (1) Fixed Wing. During September no missions were flown in direct support of 2d CAG operations against the enemy.

      (2) Flareships and Gunships. (1) Helicopter Gunship mission and (2) Spooky missions were flown in direct support of 2d CAG operations during the reporting period.

      (3) Medical Evacuation Missions. A total of (28) medical evacuations were requested/controlled by 2d CAG units in September. These missions included medevacs for Vietnamese civilians and PF's as well as Marines.

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4. LOGISTICS

   a. General. The unit remained in a C-2 category under the Mares/Forstat rating system, although the unit was in excellent operational readiness status for combat essential equipment. T/E shortages caused the C-2 rating.

   b. Significant Events

(1) There were no significant events to report during this period.

   c. Damage to weapons due to enemy action

      (1) No weapons were damaged during this period.

   d. Motor Transport

      (1) The Group Motor Transport Section drove a total of 40,276 miles during this period. Five (5) vehicles were deadlined for 2nd Echelon repair. Breakdown is as follows:

M151 Truck, Utility (2)
M37B1 Truck, Cargo (1)
M35AC2 Truck, Cargo (2)

      (2) Two (2) vehicles were deadlined for 3rd echelon maintenance as follows:

M37B1 Truck, Cargo (1)
M35AC2 Truck, Cargo (1)

      (3) Average deadline time was as follows:

2nd echelon (13) days
3rd echelon (16) days

   e. Air Lift.

      (1) No air lifts were scheduled during this period.

   f. Messhall

      (1) Approximately 28,649 meals were served in 2d CAG Messhall during this period.

      (2) A total of 5,258 meals were distributed to field units.

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   g. Armory.

      (1) The armory repaired 45 weapons during this period. (34) weapons were sent to 1st FSR for third echelon maintenance.

   h. Miscellaneous Services.

      (1) Laundry Platoon at FLC continued to give adequate support to CAG HQ's and the CAPs.

   i. Supplies.

      (1) No major items of supply were received during this period.

   j. Problem Areas.

      (1) S-4/Supply. During this period, the S-4 section had no Logistics Chief or Warehouse Chief. In addition, T/E shortages were responsible for this unit reporting a C-2 Mares/Forstat rating.

      (2) Motor Transport. This unit was short two (2) M37 trucks which placed an added burden on MT when requests came in from field units.

      (3) Communications. The only significant problem was the lack of some T/E items. The direct exchange program worked satisfactorily.

      (4) Heavy Equipment. The only item of heavy equipment on hand was a 6,000lb. rough terrain fork lift on a temporary loan. This vehicle was down for 2nd echelon repair due to inexperience of the operator. A contact team should check the vehicle every two weeks.

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5. CIVIC ACTION/PSYCHOLOGICAL OPERATIONS

   a. The month of September was quite busy for the Civic Action NCO's of 2d CAG Companies. The Civic Action NCO's worked more closely with the Vietamese people of their areas, which produced a closer relationship and brought the CAP Marines and the Vietnamese people more in harmony through their mutual effort on Civic Action in their hamlets.

      (1) An example of the Civic Action work that was done to better the relations is that the Civic Action NCO's worked with the people to get their harvests in before the monsoons arrived. This kept them quite busy, along with repairing homes and school houses which had been damaged due to enemy activity. Those projects demonstrated to the Vietnamese that the CAP Marines respect them and are there to assist them at any time.

   b. A major attempt to modify the longlasting concept of Civic Action as a give-away program continued to be addressed. The Civic Action NCO's worked on the question that has been brought up several tines, "What have we taught the people that they will continue to benefit from after our departure?". This had been a major project during the month of September, the project of instructing and assisting the Vietnamese in getting their Civic Action supplies through GVN sources instead of having the Civic Action NCO's do everything for them. The Civic Action NCO's assisted the people in going through the right channels to acquire their needs from the GVN, as they had never learned how to obtain their needs from their own Government. In many cases now, this project has been undertaken by the village and hamlet officials.

   c. A major error has been the concept of what the Vietnamese people of the hamlet and villages need from the CAPs and to what extent the people should be involved in getting it. CAP Marines are willing to build schools or wells using materials from their own sources, or to introduce better health and sanitation practices, but with few exceptions, the same Marines were willing to let the villagers fail to participate in the acquisition of the materials and the actual construction. Thus the villagers gained nothing but the immediate benefit of the school or well. If, in the following weeks, another school or well was needed and if the fulfillment of the need were dependent upon the presence of the CAPs to get the material or provide the initiative again, the people would be in no better position to look after their own needs. A fundamental requirement of this program is patience on the part of the Marines since it is not reasonable to assume that, having been given every need for so long, the villager is suddenly going to initiate or even cooperate in getting things for himself. Education of the people is a major part of this program, but education of the CAP Marine is an even greater part.

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   d. CAP Marines worked with the people in preparing for the monsoon rains, for example several CAPs helped the Vietnamese people build boats, which are a necessity during the monsoons. Some CAPs have repaired homes which were in bad shape and have assisted in getting several water pumps which village and hamlet officials have now received from their own government sources.

   e. Most CAP units have been holding school classes on English and other related subjects. More and more people came during the month of September to classes regularly. CAPs held an increasing number of classes on health and sanitation and regular shower calls. Now most of the children are holding their own regular shower calls.

   f. Commodities distributed during the month of September were as follows: food, 1555 lb.; soap, 600 lb.; clothing, 100 lb.; school kits, 250; personnel hygiene kits, 200; sewing kits, 5; and blacksmith kits, 2.

   g. During September, CAP personnel of the Group assisted Vietnamese civilians in completing the following projects: fences, 7; public heads, 3; dwellings, 6; wells, 4; pagodas, 2; bridges, 3; school classrooms, 1; family bunkers, 5; public showers, 2.

   h. Medical assistance in support of Civic Action saw MedCaps resulting in the treatment of 17,702 Vietnamese civilians. 11 dental cases were also treated. 80 Vietnamese children and 45 adults were medically evacuated during the month.

   i. CAP corpsmen continued to train Vietnamese civilians in the basics of first aid. During the month, 47 such civilians under went training. These aids assisted in MedCaps and served as interpreters for the corpsmen.

   j. Psychological operations activities employed by the Group during the month of September included the use of air-dropped leaflets and hand dissemination of leaflets and Vietnamese newspapers.

      (1) Approximately 30,000 "CAPs are here to help you" leaflets were air dropped.

      (2) Approximately 50,000 "safe conduct passes" were air dropped.

      (3) 60,000 reward leaflets were air dropped during the month of September.

      (4) Approximately 45,000 Vietnamese newspapers were hand distributed by CAP Marines.

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6. COMMUNICATIONS

   a. Trouble areas.

      (1) The same problem areas existed in September as were reported previously. Lack of T/E items.

         (a) Telephone Set, TA-1          190

         (b) Telephone Set, TA-312        *83

         (c) Radio Control Group, AN/GRA   26

         *- CG MCSC Albany 222102Z Sep 69 stated that (66) TA-312s were shipped on 5 Aug 1969.

      (2) The turn-around time for direct exchange items remained fifteen (15) to twenty (20) days.

   b. Communications.

      (1) Security: Frequency and call signs were changed on 5 September 1969. There were no security violations reported.

      (2) Radio Relay: The AN/GRC-10 radio relay performed very well. Down time for the month was (5) hours for power failure and 12 hours for a blown receiver. The back up receiver also blew.

      (3) Combat Operation Center: Overall traffic stayed at the same level. The following communications traffic was passed through the combat Operation Center over various nets.

 
 
 
Incoming Messages 619
Outgoing Messages 287
Spot Reports 226
Casuality Reports 54
Intell Reports 9
Serious Incident Reports 3
Total Traffic 1,198

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    (4)  Communications Supply: Components of end items were in adequate stock throughout the month. The following reflected requisition status of communication items.

      (a) Requisitions submitted 8
(b) Requisitions completed 0
(c) Requisitions outstanding 8
  Total requisitions outstanding 20

    (5)  Maintenance: Good maintenance support on repair of the RT-505 radio set was provided by the direct exchange system, however the components of end items were not in adequate supply in the direct exchange system, causing 15 to 20 day delay in turn-around time. Support provided by the direct exchange system was as follows:

      Work requests submitted 77
Work requests completed 31
Work requests outstanding 46
Total requests outstanding 49





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7. MEDICAL DEPARTMENT

    a. General. Again emphasis was placed on training of selected Marines and Popular Forces Soldiers during the month of September. The level of Corpsmen effective rose to a new high and more people than before were trained to act as Corpsmen in the event that a Corpsmen was not available. These Marines and Popular Force soldiers provided first aid to casualties and in some cases held Med-Caps with the Vietnamese civilians. The use of Malaria, Salt and Iodine tablets was also emphasized because of the constant threat of disease and high temperatures.

    b. Personnel:

    (1) Medical Department Representative: HMC T. W. WILLIAMS, USN

    (2) Administrative/Sick Call Petty Officer: HM2 D. B. MICHAEL, USN

    (3) Assistant Medical Department Representative: HM1 M. A. RINELL, USN

    (4) Supply/Sick Call Petty Officer: HM2 P. T. HUDSON, USN

    (4) Hospital Corpsman Personnel Statistics for the month of September 1969:
 
 
 
 
 
(a) Detached   1  
(b) Joined   7  
(c) TAD Personnel Attached   0  
(d) TAD Personnel Terminated   0  
(e) Casualties     
  1.  KIA   0  
  2.  WIA   1  
  3.  Twice WIA and evacuated out of RVN   0  
  4.  Died of Wounds   0  
(f) During the month of September the 2d Combined Action Group (CAG) Aid Station treated 173 USMC/USN personnel at routine sick call.

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    c. Medical Civic Action Program: (MedCaps)

       (1) During the month of September 1969, CAP Corpsmen treated 16,589 Vietnamese civilians at daily routine MedCap's. This is a decrease of 1,113 from the month of August. These were also 65 Vietnamese civilians treated as results of hostile action.

       (2) The 2d CAG Headquarters Medical Section treated only emergencies for the Vietnamese civilians, totaling (4). The Medical Section treated 50 Vietnamese compound workers from 2d CAG Headquarters and continued to supply organizations with medical supplies for their own use. The decrease in MedCaps was due to the intensive rain during the latter part of September.

    d. Training.

      (1) During the month of September 1969, CAP Corpsmen conducted 47 classes with an overall attendance of 308 Vietnamese civilians and Popular Forces soldiers. This is a decrease of 17 classes and of 76 attendees.

    e. Sanitation.

      (1) Routine sanitation inspections were conducted within the 2d CAG Headquarters Compound during the month of September 1969. All problems that were encountered were rectified immediately. Sanitation in the 2d CAG Headquarters Compound continued to get better as work the compound progressed.

    f. Noteworthy Items.

      (1) During the month of September 1969, there were no 2d CAG personnel admitted to hospitals with intestinal disorders. This is a decrease of 6 from August. There were 2 cases of FUO during September, a decrease of 4 from the month of August.

      (2) On 13 September 1969, HM2 F. W. MAYER was WIA while on ambush with CAP 2-1-4. He was then evacuated out of RVN on 14 September 1969.

    g. Inspections. HMC WILLIAMS conducted routine inspections of some CAPs during September. All CAPs were not visited due to heavy rains and bad road conditions. In the CAPs that were inspected, Malaria, Salt and Iodine tablets and sanitation of living spaces was stressed. Again the CAP Corpsmen were reminded about the hazards of eating Vietnamese food. This is the reason the number of intestinal disorders has dropped. A check of the Medical log books was held to ensure they were being properly maintained. All discrepancies found were brought to the attention of the CAP and CACO Commanders.

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8. SPECIAL SERVICES

    a. The month of September was a steady month for Special Services. The two Hong Kong trips were successful. There was a little back-log of our purchased gear in Hong Kong; however, it was taken care of during the month.

    b. During the month, Special Services continued to order pre-recorded tapes from Force Special Services. 57 tapes were purchased during the period.

    c. Beer and soda continued to be issued to CAPs in the field in weekly allotments. During September, a total of 508 cases of beer and soda were distributed from the Recreation Fund.

    d. About 750 paperback books were received during the month. These books came donors in the United States and were distributed to all the CAPs.

    e. There were two USO shows held during the month and both contained some of the best entertainment seen by 2d CAG personnel in quite a while. This entertainment was sponsored by Force Special Services, III Marine Amphibious Force.

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PART III

Sequential Listing Of Significant Events

1 Sep 69 A CAP 2-4-3 patrol located and destroyed 1 reinforced bunker at BT170587, 2 km NE of Hoi An.
2 Sep 69 A CAP 2-1-6 patrol called an artillery mission on 2 VC spotted at AT925781, 8 km W of the DaNang Airstrip. A sweep of the impact area was non-productive.
  Three Hoi Chanhs turned themselves over to CAP 2-9-2 at AT870480, 3 km NE of An Hoa. The Hoi Chanhs were delivered to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  A CAP 2-9-2 patrol received SAF and AWF from 10-15 VC at AT871501, 4 km NE of An Hoa. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and called fire mission. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-7-6 patrol located and destroyed 3 booby trapped M-26 grenades at BT076704, 6 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip.
  VN children received VIP payments for informing CAP 2-7-5 of the location of one 105mm round, 1 M-79 round and 2 M-26 grenades at BT054697, 5 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. The ordnance was destroyed.
  A CAP 2-3-1 ambush received RPG's and SAF from an estimated VC platoon at BT074585, 1 km E of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and called a fire mission on BT077588 causing the enemy to break contact and flee in an unknown direction. Two PF's were WIA(M) in the contact. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.

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3 Sep 69 Five Hoi Chanhs with 3 B-40 rounds turned themselves over to CAP 2-9-2 at AT870480, 3 km NE of An Hoa. The ordnance was destroyed and the Hoi Chanhs were turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  CAP 2-2-4 detained 4 VCS without ID cards at AT867573, 5 km W of Dai Loc. The VCS were turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation, where they were confirmed by the DIOCC to be VC.
  VN children received VIP payments for informing CAP 2-4-5 of the location of one 105mm round, 1 B-40 round, and 2 M-72's at BT165572, 1 km E of Hoi An. The ordnance was destroyed.
4 Sep 69 A CAP 2-9-1 ambush called a fire mission on 8 VC spotted at AT894480, 6 km E of An Hoa. A sweep of the impact area was nonproductive.
  While moving to its ambush site, CAP 2-7-6 initiated SAF on 1 individual at BT074706, 4 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. He had failed to heed a warning to halt. The VCS was wounded by the SAF and was medevaced.
  A CAP 2-4-1 OP received SAF from an USEF at BT189589, 5 km E of Hoi An. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. One USMC was WIA(E). A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
5 Sep 69 A CAP 2-4-3 ambush received 2 satchel charges at BT168578, 2 km E of Hoi An. The CAP returned SAF and swept the area with negative results. One Marine was WIA(E) and 1 Marine was WIA(M) in the contact.
  A CAP 2-2-4 patrol captured 3 VC POW's moving across a stream at AT867570, 5 km W of Dai Loc. Army advisors recognized the POW's as members of an unnamed local guerrilla force. The POW's were turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation.

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A CAP 2-3-2 patrol located 1 booby trapped M-72 projectile at BT057604, 3 km N of Dien Ban. One USMC was WIA(M) when the booby trap was destroyed.
  A VN woman was wounded when she tripped a booby trap (NFI) at AT955695, 7 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. CAP 2-1-4 called for a medevac.
  A CAP 2-3-6 patrol initiated organic weapons fire on 8 VC spotted at BT060601, 2 km N of Dien Ban. The CAP called an AO who directed airstrikes on the enemy location. A CAP sweep of the area found 5 bunkers destroyed. Three additional bunkers, 7 booby trapped M-26 grenades and one 60mm round were found and destroyed by the CAP. The remains of 1 VC believed to have been killed by artillery was also discovered during the sweep.
  CAP 2-7-5 patrol initiated SAF on 2 VC spotted at BT054689, 5 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. One VC was KIA, and the other VC armed with a chicom grenade was captured and turned over to District Headquarters.
  A CAP 2-2-4 ambush initiated organic weapons fire on 5 NVA moving N at AT867573, 5 km W of Dai Loc. The enemy returned SAF and fled in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area found 2 NVA KIA and 1 flak jacket.
  A CAP 2-3-6 ambush received 1 RPG and SAF from an USEF at BT065586, 1 km N of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and was supported by 2 Spookies. As Spookies went off station, the CAP again exchanged SAF with an USEF. The enemy broke contact and fled in an unknown direction. One PF was WIA(M) in the contact. A daylight sweep of the area was nonproductive.
6 Sep 69 CACO 2-1 Headquarters received fifteen 82mm mortar rounds from an USEF in the vicinity of AT937683, 9 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The CACO called counter mortar, silencing the enemy. A daylight sweep of the suspected enemy location was nonproductive.

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         CACO 2-2 Headquarters received twelve rounds of 82mm mortar fire from an USEF in the vicinity of AT90006000, 3 km NW of Dai Loc. The CACO called counter mortar, silencing the enemy fire. A daylight sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-2-4 patrol received SAF M-79, and RPG fire from an USEF at AT862572, 6 km W of Dai Loc. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-7-5 patrol enroute to investigate a possible rocket site, was ambushed by an estimated 25-30 VC at BT052695, 5 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area revealed 1 VC KIA, 1 chicom grenade, 7 M-79 rounds, and VC propaganda leaflets. The ordnance was destroyed.
  CAP 2-9-1 compound received SAF and 2 unknown caliber mortar rounds from an USEF at AT864477, 5 km E of An Hoa. The CAP returned SAF and AWF silencing the enemy. A daylight sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-7-2 ambush saw 5 rockets launched from the vicinity of BT12693, 4 km S of the DaNang Airstrip. Friendly units were notified. A daylight sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-3-3 ambush received unknown caliber mortars and SAF from an estimated VC company in the vicinity of BT043584, 2 km W of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and received support from 2 Spookies causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. Two USMC were WIA(M) in the contact. A sweep of the area was a nonproductive.
  VN self defense forces located vicinity of BT180589 and BT182588 were attacked by estimated 20-30- VC. A check of the area by 2-4-1 revealed the following: 1 self defense KIA, 3 self defense WIA, 1 self defense MIA, 1 civilian WIA, 3 local children MIA, 2 M-1 rifles of self defense forces lost and presumed taken by the enemy. Local civilians claim VC had 3 KIA and 5 WIA all evacuated by VC. 2-4-1 found 1 B-40 dud, 1 unfired blood stained B-40, 1 bangalore torpedo, 6 chicom grenades and approximately 40 AK-47 shells.

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         A VN child was wounded when the water buffalo he was riding tripped a booby trapped M-26 grenade at BT017664, 9 km S of the DaNang Airstrip. CAP 2-7-3 called a medevac. A sweep of the area disclosed 1 additional booby trapped M-26 grenade which the CAP destroyed.
  CAP 2-3-1 was returning from its ambush site when it found 2 road blocks on Route 538 at BT071583 and BT077586, 2-3 km E of Dien Ban. The road blocks consisted of tables, chairs and bamboo poles. One USMC was WIA(M) when he detonated a booby tapped M-26 grenade attached to the road block. The CAP cleared the road.
  A CAP 2-7-5 and 2/1 Mar patrol found six 122mm rockets mounted on launching stakes at BT053718, 5 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. Seven 82mm rounds and 1 chicom grenade were also found in the area. EOD was contacted for disposition of the ordnance.
  A CAP 2-3-2 patrol discovered a food cache at BT056608, 3 km N of Dien Ban. The cache consisted of 400 pounds of rice and 200 pounds of salt. The cache was delivered to District Headquarters for disposition.
  A CAP 2-1-4 ambush spotted 1 rocket launched from the vicinity of AT959653, 9 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP notified friendly units. A daylight sweep of the suspected launching site was nonproductive.
  USMC snipers operating with CAP 2-9-2, initiated SAF on 5 VC spotted moving SW at AT882484, 4 km NE of An Hoa. Two VC were KIA, the remainder fled NE.
  A CAP 2-1-1 patrol discovered a rocket site with evidence of recent usage at AT908718, 10 km W of the DaNang Airstrip.
  A VN male received A VIP payment for informing CAP 2-1-2 of the location of one 140mm rocket dud at AT917716, 9 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. EOD destroyed the rocket.

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7 Sep 69 While at their haven site at AT955701, 7 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip, a CAP 2-5-1 element received 1 grenade wounding 1 USMC. The grenade came from an unknown source. A search of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-7-1 patrol located and destroyed 1 underground bunker at AT933711, 2km S of the DaNang Airstrip. Two AK-47s 1 M-16 rifle, 5 chicom grenades, and various documents were found in the bunker. The documents were turned over to District Headquarters and the chicom grenades were destroyed.
  While on a patrol, 2 CAP 2-1-5 USMC were WIA(E) when they tripped booby trapped chicom grenades at AT963663, 8 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. A search of the area uncovered 7 more chicom booby traps which the CAP destroyed.
  VN children received VIP payments for informing CAP 2-4-5 of the location of 1 M-72 projectile and one 60mm round at BT163571, 1 km E of Hoi An. The ordnance was destroyed.
  Villagers led a CAP 2-5-1 patrol to the location of 1 VC KIA buried in a shallow grave at AT933714, 7 km S of the DaNang Airstrip. Villagers reported VC had been killed in a recent fire fight with an element of 2/26 Mar.
  The 1st MarDiv Augmentation Squad discovered 1 NVA KIA floating in a river at AT910708, 9 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The NVA had been killed by CAP about one week ago. Two chicom grenades were found on the body. No unit designation could be determined.
  A CAP 2-7-6 patrol received 2 grenades from an USEF at BT076707, 7 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP returned SAF causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area found drag marks and a blood trail.

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8 Sep 69 A CAP 2-4-5 ambush received SAF from 2-4 VC at BT168577, 2 km E of Hoi An. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A Hoi Chanh turned himself in to CAP 2-9-2 at AT856483, 3 km NE of An Hoa. The CAP delivered the Hoi Chanh to the 5th Marine Regiment ITT for interrogation.
  A CAP 2-1-4 patrol initiated SAF on 2 VC at AT954695, 7 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The VC fled in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area disclosed 2 VC KIA and two reinforced underground bunkers containing 2 RPG's 5 AK-47's, 3 sandbags filled with chicom grenades, 5 B-40 rounds, 1500 AK-47 rounds and 25 AK-47 rounds rigged as cartridge booby traps. They destroyed the bunkers and turned over the captured ordnance to District Headquarters.
9 Sep 69 During a routine inspection of 2d CAG's perimeter defense, an M-79 round was discovered on the ground a short distance out from the defensive wire at BT108576, 4 km W of Hoi An. When the M-79 round was blown in place, a large secondary explosion occurred, indicating probability that a pressure-release device was rigged between the M-79 round and a 105mm round buried underneath.
  CAP 2-2-2 was called to reinforce a squad from K 3/1 Mar when the squad received intense SAF and B-40 rounds from an USEF at AT945584, 3 km E of Dai Loc. Spooky and artillery illumination support were called causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. One USMC from 3/1 was KIA in the contact. A daytime sweep of the area by K Company was nonproductive.
  PSDF's captured 1 VC at AT884478, 4 km NE of An Hoa. The 15 year old male was reportedly a local village guerrilla. The PSDF's turned over the captive to CAP 2-9-1 who delivered the POW to District Headquarters for interrogation.

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10 Sep 69 A CAP 2-1-3 patrol initiated organic weapons fire on 10 NVA moving E at AT923698, 9 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The enemy returned SAF and fled W. The CAP captured 1 POW with a pistol and killed 1 NVA during the contact. The captured NVA is reportedly from the 31st NVA regiment. The POW was turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation. A further sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  Three CAP 2-3-1 USMC on patrol were wounded and 1 PF was KIA when they tripped M-26 booby traps at BT080588, 7 km W of Hoi An. A search of the area revealed 6 additional M-26 grenade booby traps and 2 bunkers which the CAP destroyed.
  A CAP 2-8-2 ambush initiated organic weapons fire on 3 VC moving E at AT898805, 10 km W of the DaNang Airstrip. The VC returned SAF before fleeing S and N. A sweep of the area disclosed 1 VC KIA.
11 Sep 69 CAP 2-9-1 and the surrounding hamlet at AT894473, 5 km E of An Hoa, received an undetermined number of 60mm mortar rounds. The CAP called an artillery mission on a suspected enemy position. A sweep of the impact area was nonproductive.
  RD's delivered 1 female Hoi Chanh and 1 VCS to the 1st MarDiv Augmentation Squad at AT929728, 8 km W of the DaNang Airstrip. The squad turned over the Hoi Chanh and the VCS to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  Acting on information from a villager, a CAP 2-8-4 USMC together with CIT detained 3 VCS in a village at AT930837, 10 km NW of the DaNang Airstrip. The VCS were turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  A CAP 2-7-6 ambush received grenades and SAF from 15-20 VC at BT072706, 7 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. A reaction element enroute to reinforce the ambush force also received grenades and heavy SAF. Artillery illumination and additional reinforcements were requested by the CAP. An element of H 2/1 Mar arrived at the CAP's position and the enemy broke contact, fleeing in an unknown direction. One USMC, 2 PF's and 1 scout dog were WIA(E), 4 USMC and 2 PF's were WIA(M) in the contact. A sweep of the area revealed several blood trails and drag marks.

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  While enroute to an ambush site, CAP 2-7-1 received SAF from 2 VC spotted at BT023716, 2 km S of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP returned SAF causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
12 Sep 69 A 1st MarDiv Augmentation Squad ambush initiated SAF on 7 NVA spotted at AT924707, 8 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The enemy returned SAF before fleeing W. A sweep of the area disclosed 1 NVA KIA, 1 AK-47, 1 pack, 1 helmet, 1 pair of sandals, and various documents.
  CAP 2-9-2 received two 122mm rockets next to its day haven site at AT885486, 4 km NE of An Hoa. The rockets came from a WSW direction. Adjacent units were notified.
  A VN male received a VIP payment for delivering 1 M-26 grenade to CAP 2-4-5 at BT162571, 1 km E of Hoi An. The ordnance was destroyed.
  CAP 2-2-4 detained 5 VCS crossing a river at AT864568, 5 km W of Dai Loc. Villagers identified 2 of the VCS as village guerrillas. The 3 VCS and 2 POW's were delivered to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  Acting on information from villagers, a CAP 2-3-2 patrol spotted 2 VC on a river bank at BT059607, 2.5 km N of Dien Ban. The CAP initiated SAF, and received SAF from 7 VC in a nearby treeline. The CAP requested and received an 81mm mortar mission causing VC to flee to the E. A sweep of the area revealed 1 VC KIA.
  2d CAG Headquarters received grenades, SA, M-79, and AW fire from an USEF concentrated on the SE side of the compound at BT108576, 3 km W of Hoi An. The CAG returned grenades, SA, M-79, AW, and 60mm mortar fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction.
13 Sep 69 A CAP 2-3-3 ambush received SA, RPG, and unknown caliber mortar fire from an estimated VC company in the vicinity of BT047581, 1 km W of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and received support from spookies causing the enemy to break contact. A CAP sweep of the area found several blood trails and drag marks leading NW. One USMC was WIA(M) in the contact.

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          CACO 2-3 Headquarters received SAF and approximately 10 rounds of 82mm mortar fire, The surrounding village of Vinh Dien at BT065581, Dien Ban District Headquarters, received heavy SA and 82mm mortar fire setting ablaze numerous houses. The CACO returned SA and 81mm mortar fire causing the USEF to flee SW, Forty-eight VN civilians were wounded and 50 houses were destroyed. PsyOps was initiated.
  A CAP 2-1-4 ambush received RPG, M-79, and SA fire from an estimated 20 VC at AT953697, 6 km SE of Hieu Duc. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee E. Three USMC and 1 PF were WIA(M) in the contact. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  While at its day haven site, CAP 2-3-2 heard explosions in the vicinity of BT051600, 2 km N of Dien Ban. A patrol sent to investigate received SAF from an USEF moving NW. The CAP called an 81mm mortar mission on possible enemy routes of escape. Continuing its sweep, the patrol located a destroyed KMC vehicle that had been blown by a booby trap consisting of six 105/155mm rounds rigged for command detonation. One USMC was KIA and 1 KMC was WIA(E) in the incident.
  Villagers informed a CAP 2-1-5 patrol of the location of an NVA rice cache at AT937702, 7 km SW of DaNang Airstrip. The patrol checked the area and found approximately 193 lbs of rice stored in a hooch. District Headquarters made distribution of the rice to the villagers who reported its location.
  A CAP 2-3-6 patrol located 6 NVA bodies buried in shallow graves at BT059609, 2 km N or Dien Ban. The enemy appeared to have been killed by SAF approximately 1 week ago. No unit identification could be made.
  CAP 2-3-5 detained 1 VCS without an ID card at BT078557, 3 km SE of Dien Ban. The VCS was turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation.
 

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  2d CAG Headquarters received 5 unknown caliber mortar rounds, 3 of which landed inside the compound at BT109578, 3 km W of Hoi An. One USMC was WIA(E). The location of the mortar tubes could not be established.
  A CAP 2-4-3 ambush received grenade and SAF from an estimated 7 VC at BT169579, 2 km E of Hoi An. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee NW. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
14 Sep 69 The relocation of CAP 2-2-3 went into effect at 131630H. The CAP's TAOC approximate geographic center is AT910600. No personnel changes were made in the relocation.
  A CAP 2-4-5 ambush received SA and AW fire from USEF's to the SE, NW, and N in the vicinity of BT166577, 2 km E of Hoi An. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and called 81mm mortar and artillery illumination. The enemy broke contact and fled in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  While enroute to its ambush site, CAP 2-4-6 received SAF from an USEF at BT076706, 6 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and was reinforced by an element H 2/1 Mar causing the enemy to flee S. A sweep of the area found several blood trails and drag marks. Three USMC and 4 PF's were wounded in the contact.
  A CAP 2-1-1 ambush initiated organic weapons fire on 10-15 VC/NVA spotted at AT913722, 2.5 km NE of NE of Hieu Duc. The enemy fled SW. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
15 Sep 69 The relocation of CAP 2-2-4 went into effect at 150800H. The approximate geographic center of the CAP's TAOC is AT855580. No personnel changes were made in the relocation.
  A CAP 2-3-6 patrol located a bunker at BT064598, 1 km N of Dien Ban. A booby trap (NFI) tripped at the entrance to the bunker wounded 3 USMC. The CAP destroyed the bunker.

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  3rd Amtrac Battalion informed CAP 2-7-6 that 1 VN male with recent M-79 buckshot wounds was seeking medical attention. The CAP had used M-79 buckshot rounds in their contact of the previous night. The VCS was medevaced and will be delivered to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  Approximately 30 VC entered a hamlet at BT072702, 5 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. The armed VC dressed in ARVN uniforms searched the houses for ARVN soldiers. One hamlet policeman was killed for refusing to collaborate with the VC. Another VN male was kidnapped and susequently killed by the VC a short distance from the hamlet. CAP 2-7-6 was informed of the incident. PsyOps was contacted.
16 Sep 69 A CAP 2-7-5 ambush initiated SAF on 2 VC at BT053697, 4 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. The enemy returned SAF and fled SW. A sweep of the area revealed 1 VN woman who was wounded while in a nearby house, and 1 water buffalo KIA. A solatium payment was made.
  A CAP 2-1-4 patrol saw one 122mm rocket hit in a rice paddy at AT945692, 6 km SE of Hieu Duc. One VN civilian was WIA(E). PsyOps was contacted.
  A CAP 2-2-4 patrol detained 1 VCS without an ID card at AT865564, 5 km W of Dai Loc. The VCS was turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation.
17 Sep 69 Acting on information from PF's CAP 2-1-5 surrounded a VC in a house at AT954665, 6 km SE of Hieu Duc. Ignoring warnings to surrender, the VC threw a grenade wounding 2 USMC and fled to a nearby bunker. The CAP assaulted the bunker. The VC were identified as members of the local village guerrilla force. One AK-47, one 9mm pistol, 4 M-26 grenades, 8 M-79 rounds and various documents were found in the bunker.
 

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  A CAP 2-2-4 patrol detained 5 VN without ID cards at AT862566, 13 km S of Hieu Duc. The VCS were delivered to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  A CAP 2-4-3 patrol located and destroyed 1 M-79 round at BT168580, 2 km NE of Hoi An.
  A CAP 2-4-3 ambush located and destroyed an M-26 grenade booby trap at their ambush site at BT167580, 2 km NE of Hoi An.
  A CAP 2-1-2 ambush initiated SAF on 1 VC moving W at AT925717, 8 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The VC fled in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
18 Sep 69 A CAP 2-1-3 ambush called an 81mm mortar mission on an estimated 50 NVA in a treeline at AT936700, 4.5 km E of Hieu Duc. The enemy fled in an unknown direction. A daytime sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A VN male received a VIP payment for informing CAP 2-3-3 of the location of a 60mm round booby trap at BT048581, 1 km N of Dien Ban. The CAP destroyed the booby trap.
  A CAP 2-3-6 patrol received SAF from an estimated 7 VC at BT059602, 2 km N of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the VC to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area found 1 M-26 grenade booby trap which the CAP destroyed.
  Acting on information from PF's, CAP 2-3-2 searched a house at BT049614, 4 km N of Dien Ban. The search revealed VC propaganda leaflets, assorted medical supplies and various documents. A VN woman attempted to bury the medical supplies as the CAP conducted the search. The woman and another VN female present in the house were delivered to District Headquarters for interrogation.

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  CAP 2-7-2 was relocated to operate in the vicinity of BT020625. RF platoon #105 will comprise the Vietnamese portion of the CAP.
  While enroute to its ambush site CAP 2-4-3 located and destroyed an M-26 grenade booby trap at BT167579, 2 km NE of Hoi An.
  2d CAG Headquarters at BT109578, 3 km W of Hoi An, received AWF, SAF and three 60mm mortar rounds from an USEF. The CAG returned grenades and SAF causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A daylight sweep of the area was nonproductive. Four USMC and 1 USN were wounded in the contact. No damage to property was recorded.
19 Sep 69 CAP 2-7-1 and CAP 2-5-1 exchanged designations. The new CAP 2-7-1 concurrently relocated to a new TAOC, the geographic center of which is at BT021636. The Vietnamese element of the new CAP 2-7-1 is a platoon of RF Company 105. The new CAP 2-5-1's TAOC and personnel remain unchanged.
20 Sep 69 Acting on information from villagers, CAP 2-7-2 detained two VCS at BT034628, 5 km NW of Dien Ban. The VCS were turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  A CAP 2-1-4 patrol located a bunker at AT953687, 5 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. A search of the bunker found 3 M-16's, 1 AK-47, one .45 cal. pistol, twenty 60mm mortar rounds, 2 AK-47 magazines, 1 chicom grenade, 1 homemade mine, and miscellaneous individual equipment. The CAP destroyed the bunker. EOD destroyed the ordnance.
  A village chief informed 2d CAG Headquarters that 2 VC KIA had been found by villagers near 2d CAG Headquarters at BT108576, 3 km W of Hoi An. The VC had apparently been killed in the contact with CAG Headquarters on 18 Sep.
  While enroute to its ambush site, CAP 2-2-2 initiated organic weapons fire on an estimated NVA/VC company moving W at AT 895575, 1.5 km W of Dai Loc. The enemy retuned SAF and fled N. A sweep of the area revealed 1 AK-47, blood trails, and drag marks.

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  While enroute to its ambush site, CAP 2-2-1 received SA and AW fire from 4-5 VC at AT923571, 1 km SE of Dai Loc. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
21 Sep 69 A CAP 2-2-2 patrol found 1 M-16 rifle by a trail at AT894576, 3 km W of Dai Loc. The rifle was found in the vicinity of the previous nights contact.
  Acting on information from villagers, A CAP 2-2-4 patrol found 1 VC KIA near a river bank at AT869569, 5 km W of Dai Loc. The VC appeared to have been killed by napalm approximately 3 days ago, and had floated down the stream from an unknown origin.
  A CAP 2-3-1 ambush called artillery and mortar missions on 7 VC spotted moving E at BT076689, 1 km NE of Dien Ban. The enemy fled to the N. A daylight sweep of the impact area was nonproductive.
  A VN female came to CAP 2-3-6's CP at BT060590, 1 km N of Dien Ban. The woman was suffering from a bullet wound in her back. The CAP called a medevac. Classified as a VCS, the woman was turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation after treatment.
  A CAP 2-2-1 ambush initiated organic weapons fire on 3-4 VC near a pagoda at AT929573, 1 km E of Dai Loc. The enemy returned SAF and fled in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area revealed several drag marks.
22 Sep 69 1 USMC and 1 PF were WIA(E) when an M16A1 mine was tripped during a CAP 2-4-1 patrol at BT172593, 2 km NE of Hoi An. A punji pit found in the same area was destroyed by the CAP.
23 Sep 69 A CAP 2-3-4 ambush initiated SAF and called an 81mm mortar mission on 3 VC at BT083576, 1 km W of Dien Ban. The enemy fled in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area disclosed 1 VC KIA with a chicom grenade strapped to his belt.

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  A CAP 2-2-1 ambush at AT928579, 1 km E of Dai Loc, initiated SAF on and wounded a VN male who failed to heed a warning to halt. The VN was medevaced and then delivered to District Headquarters for interrogation.
24 Sep 69 A CAP 2-4-3 patrol located and destroyed 1 M-79 round at BT178584, 2.5 km NE of Hoi An.
  A CAP 2-9-2 patrol detained 4 VN males spotted swimming across a river at AT864488, 8 km SW of Dai Loc. Initial interrogation revealed 2 of the detainees as VC reportedly from the Loc Son village VC force. One of the VC was carrying a bag containing a small quantity of medical gear. The other 2 detainees were initially believed to be PF deserters, but were later discovered to be VC.
  A CAP 2-7-2 ambush initiated SAF on 3 NVA spotted moving SW at BT038626, 4 km NW of Dien Ban. The CAP received M-79, SA, and MG fire from an estimated 10-15 NVA. With one element of the CAP laying down a base of fire, another assaulted through the NVA position causing the NVA to flee NW. A sweep of the area revealed 1 NVA KIA, 1 AK-47, 1 cartridge belt, 1 rain jacket, and 2 loaded AK-47 magazines. One USMC was WIA(M) in the contact.
  A CAP 2-2-1 ambush received M-79 and SA fire from an estimated 4-6 VC at AT923573, 1 km E of Dai Loc. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and called an 81mm mortar mission causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area disclosed 1 VC KIA. During the sweep 4 USMC were wounded when an M-26 grenade booby trap was tripped.
  A CAP 2-4-5 ambush received 1 grenade from an USEF at BT166575, 1.5 km E of Hoi An. The CAP returned SAF and no further enemy activity was detected. AT 2203H, the CAP heard heavy movement near its position and initiated SAF silencing the movement. A daylight sweep of the area was nonproductive.

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  A CAP 2-4-2 ambush adjusted an artillery mission on 7 VC moving NE at BT158584, 1 km NE of Hoi An. The VC fled in an unknown direction. A daylight sweep of the impact area was nonproductive.
25 Sep 69 Three USMC and 1 PF were WIA(E) when an M-26 grenade booby trap was tripped during a CAP 2-3-6 patrol at BT062600, 1.5 km N of Dien Ban. As the booby trap exploded, the patrol received SAF from an USEF at BT060600. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  While enroute to its night haven site, CAP 2-3-1 received SAF and 5 rounds of 82mm mortar fire from an estimated platoon of VC at BT077589, 1 km NE of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and called an artillery mission on the enemy as they began to withdraw to the N. One water buffalo was KIA by the enemy mortars. A sweep of the impact area was nonproductive. PsyOps was contacted.
26 Sep 69 A CAP 2-1-4 ambush received grenades and SAF from 2-4 VC at AT959698, 5.5 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. Two PF's were KIA in the contact. A sweep of the area was nonproductive but 1 VN child was KIA and 1 VN woman was WIA(E) in a nearby house during the contact. A solatium payment was made.
  A CAP 2-3-2 ambush initiated SAF on 1 VC spotted at BT056607, 2 km N of Dien Ban. The CAP then received RPG and SA fire from an estimated 8-10 VC. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and called 81mm mortar and artillery missions causing the enemy to flee E. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-2-1 ambush initiated organic weapons fire on an USEF at AT928572, 1 km E of Dai Loc. The enemy returned M-79 and SA fire on the CAP which then called 81mm mortar and artillery missions causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. One USMC was WIA(E) in the contact. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.

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  A CAP 2-7-6 ambush using a starlight scope spotted 2 VC with a blinking light at BT071704, 5.5 km SE of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP initiated SAF on the enemy. No return fire was received. A sweep of the area revealed 1 VC KIA and 1 VC WIA(E). The POW was delivered to 3rd Amtrac Battalion for medical treatment and interrogation by ITT. The CAP was unable to extract any information from the POW.
27 Sep 69 A CAP 2-3-1 ambush received grenades and SAF from an estimated 4 VC at BT077586, 1 km E of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee N. One USMC was WIA(M) in the contact. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-3-1 patrol detained 1 VN female and 1 VN boy while searching a house at BT070579, .5 km SE of Dien Ban. The woman occupant had 3 dissimilar ID cards in her possession and the boy's ID card was altered. A small quantity of medical gear was found during the search. The detainees were delivered to District Headquarters for interrogation.
  While enroute to its ambush site, CAP 2-1-2 received SAF from an estimated 15 NVA at AT920710, 8 km SW of the DaNang Airstrip. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and adjusted an 81mm mortar mission on the enemy. The NVA fled W. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
  A CAP 2-3-4 ambush initiated organic weapons fire on an estimated 20 NVA at BT076567, 1.5 km SE of Dien Ban. The enemy returned SAF wounding 1 PF. The CAP then adjusted 81mm mortars on the enemy causing them to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area disclosed 2 NVA KIA, 1 wounded NVA, 1 AK-47, 1 RPG launcher, and 1 RPG round. The POW was given medical treatment and turned over to District Headquarters for interrogation. The POW was reportedly from the 5th platoon, K 12 Company, 3rd Battalion, 36th NVA Regiment.

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28 Sep 69 A CAP 2-7-2 night haven sight received RPG, M-79 and SA fire from an estimated 15 VC at BT034625, 4 km NW of Dien Ban. The CAP returned organic weapons fire and was supported by 81mm mortars. The enemy fled NW. A daylight sweep of the area revealed drag marks and blood trails.
  A CAP 2-4-5 ambush initiated organic weapons fire on an estimated 10 VC at BT163575, 1.5 km E of Hoi An. As the VC fled E and NE, the CAP called an 81mm mortar mission on possible routes of escape. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
29 Sep 69 A CAP 2-4-2 ambush received RPG and SA fire from an USEF at BT163575, 1.5 km E of Hoi An. The CAP returned organic weapons fire causing the enemy to flee in an unknown direction. A sweep of the area was nonproductive.
30 Sep 69 A CAP 2-4-3 patrol located and destroyed a camouflaged bunker at BT173585, 2 km NE of Hoi An.

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