Rodney Dale StatonStaff SergeantB BTRY, 2ND BN, 19TH ARTY RGT, 1 CAV DIV Army of the United States 21 November 1942 - 27 December 1966 Guyan, West Virginia Panel 13E Line 087 |
 
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The database page for Rodney Dale Staton
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Rodney was my brother-in-law and an outstanding young man and I will always remember him. When he got his orders to go to Vietnam my sister was seven months pregnant so he asked for and received a 60 day deferment. His son was born on July 2, 1966, and he shipped out in September. Rodney was killed December 27, 1966. If anyone who reads this served with Rodney I would like to talk with them.
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I was only 7 years old at the time my brother's life was taken but I know that he was a very loving person. There's not too much I can remember about him but I know he would always pick at me when he was around and that is in my heart and mind forever. And it is a joy to know his son and for him to visit with my mom, dad and family. He left behind some joy and happiness to his family through his son ... and thanks to the man that put this on here about MY brother ... May God Bless You And Keep You ... Naomi
From his sister, |
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My name is Sharon Salyers, and I was married to Rodney at the time of his death. Rodney and I were married 4 years and had a son at the time of his death. I would like to thank my brother for starting this site, I was not aware that he had done this. If anyone knew Rodney, please conact me at the e-mail address below.
From his wife, |
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I am Sue Lynn, Rodney's oldest sister. Rodney was 2 years and 2 months older than me. We grew up together and played many days together. I have a lot of fond memories of my brother. He was a loving and kind brother. I still think of him often and have miss him much. Thanks for this memorial for my brother. GOD BLESS.
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A Note from The Virtual WallLanding Zone Bird was located in a bend in the Kim Son River about 10 miles southwest of Phu Cat in Binh Dinh Province. On 27 Dec 1966 the position was occupied by two artillery batteries (Bravo 2/19 with 105s and Charlie 6/16 with 155s) and C Company, 1/12 Cavalry. A ferocious fight ensued when LZ Bird was attacked by three battalions from the 22nd NVA Regiment.Kelley's Where We Were in Vietnam incorrectly places the battle on Christmas Day, and has Charlie 2/12 Cav as the rifle company securing the base. He further reports that 58 Americans were killed in the battle, with 77 more wounded, at a cost to the North Vietnamese of 266 dead. The US casualty list was bad enough - 28 men killed in action - but it is less than half that reported by Kelley:
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With all respect
Jim Schueckler, former CW2, US Army
Ken Davis, Commander, United States Navy (Ret)
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