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2nd Field Force

U.S. Army

The 2nd Field Force was a United States Army division that operated during the Vietnam War. It was formed in 1966 and was responsible for conducting combat operations in the II Corps Tactical Zone in South Vietnam. The division was comprised of infantry, artillery, and support units, and played a key role in several major battles and campaigns during the war. The 2nd Field Force was deactivated in 1971 following the withdrawal of American troops from Vietnam.

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The 2nd Field Force was a United States Army unit that served during the Vietnam War.
It was originally activated in 1966 and served in various capacities until the end of the war in 1973.
The unit was responsible for providing artillery and support to other American and South Vietnamese units operating in the field.
During the Battle of Dak To in 1967, the 2nd Field Force played a crucial role in support of US and South Vietnamese troops fighting against North Vietnamese forces.
The unit was awarded multiple unit citations for its actions during the Vietnam War, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the Valorous Unit Award.
The 2nd Field Force was one of the largest combat formations of the US Army during the Vietnam War, with over 50,000 soldiers serving in the unit at its peak.
The unit was known for its effectiveness in coordinating artillery strikes and air support, helping to turn the tide of many battles during the war.
After the Vietnam War, the 2nd Field Force was deactivated and its personnel were reassigned to other units within the Army.
Many veterans of the 2nd Field Force have since formed alumni associations and have held reunions to commemorate their service during the war.
The 2nd Field Force's legacy lives on in the memories of those who served in the unit and the impact it had on the outcome of the Vietnam War.

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John Butschlick

U.S. Army Veteran · 1966 - 1968

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RICHARD BRITTON

U.S. Army Veteran · 1968 - 1969

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David Willingham

U.S. Army · 1968 - 1969

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richard charbonneau

U.S. Army Veteran · 1967 - 1968

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About 2nd Field Force

About this Unit

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The 2nd Field Force was a United States Army unit that served during the Vietnam War.
It was originally activated in 1966 and served in various capacities until the end of the war in 1973.
The unit was responsible for providing artillery and support to other American and South Vietnamese units operating in the field.
During the Battle of Dak To in 1967, the 2nd Field Force played a crucial role in support of US and South Vietnamese troops fighting against North Vietnamese forces.
The unit was awarded multiple unit citations for its actions during the Vietnam War, including the Presidential Unit Citation and the Valorous Unit Award.
The 2nd Field Force was one of the largest combat formations of the US Army during the Vietnam War, with over 50,000 soldiers serving in the unit at its peak.
The unit was known for its effectiveness in coordinating artillery strikes and air support, helping to turn the tide of many battles during the war.
After the Vietnam War, the 2nd Field Force was deactivated and its personnel were reassigned to other units within the Army.
Many veterans of the 2nd Field Force have since formed alumni associations and have held reunions to commemorate their service during the war.
The 2nd Field Force's legacy lives on in the memories of those who served in the unit and the impact it had on the outcome of the Vietnam War.