James Gerth
U.S. Army Veteran
About
Branch
U.S. Army
Service Years
1966 - 1969
Units
US Army
U.S. Army
The US Army is the largest branch of the United States military. It is responsible for land-based military operations and is comprised of soldiers who are trained to defend the country and its interests. The Army has a long history of service, dating back to the Revolutionary War, and plays a crucial role in national defense and security. Soldiers in the Army are trained in combat skills, leadership, and teamwork to carry out missions both domestically and internationally.
1st Logistical Command
U.S. Army
The 1st Logistical Command was a United States Army unit responsible for providing logistical support to military operations during the Vietnam War. It was activated on October 15, 1965 and was headquartered in Saigon, Vietnam. The command was tasked with managing the transportation, supply, maintenance, and medical services for all U.S. Army units in the region. The 1st Logistical Command played a crucial role in sustaining the operations of American forces in Vietnam until its deactivation on March 1, 1973.