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56th Army Medical1:77th artillery4th Infantry Division1st Cavalry Division

Doc Bosma

U.S. Army Veteran

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Bio

Founder, 77th Field Artillery Association. https://77fa.org

Current City

Salem

Birthday

June 8, 1947

Branch

U.S. Army

Rank

SFC

Service Years

1967 - 1991

Units

56th Army Medical

U.S. Army

The 56th Army Medical was established to provide comprehensive medical support to frontline combat units, ensuring the health and readiness of soldiers during both peacetime and conflict. Throughout its history, the unit has deployed alongside major army operations, setting up field hospitals, conducting casualty evacuations, and delivering critical trauma care under fire. Its personnel have distinguished themselves in multiple theaters, including humanitarian missions and large-scale exercises, adapting to evolving medical technologies and battlefield conditions. The 56th Army Medical continues to uphold a legacy of dedication, expertise, and service to the armed forces.

1969 - 1973

1:77th artillery

U.S. Army

The 1st Battalion, 77th Field Artillery Regiment (1/77th Artillery) traces its origins to the formation of the 77th Field Artillery Regiment in 1916. The unit served with distinction in World War I and World War II, providing critical artillery support in major campaigns in Europe. During the Vietnam War, 1/77th Artillery was deployed as part of the 1st Cavalry Division (Airmobile), delivering effective fire support in numerous operations. In the years since, the battalion has continued to serve in various capacities, upholding its legacy of excellence within the U.S. Army.

1967 - 1968
4th Infantry Division insignia

4th Infantry Division

U.S. Army

The 4th Infantry Division is a division of the United States Army that is based at Fort Carson, Colorado. It is known for its role in World War II, where it played a key role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy. The division has also served in the Vietnam War, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. The 4th Infantry Division is currently a versatile and adaptable unit that trains to deploy rapidly and conduct combat operations in a variety of environments.

1974 - 1975
1st Cavalry Division insignia

1st Cavalry Division

U.S. Army

The 1st Cavalry Division is a combined arms division of the United States Army, based in Fort Hood, Texas. It is one of the most famous and decorated divisions in the Army, with a history dating back to its activation in 1921. The division has seen combat in World War II, the Korean War, Vietnam War, and most recently in Iraq and Afghanistan. Known for its unparalleled speed and mobility, the 1st Cavalry Division is a highly trained and versatile fighting force.

1967 - 1968