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December 2007 |
"The Pom" |
Return to Downtown Vungers 2007 |
Jack Kenna decided to drop by for the night to Ayr, NQ for a few coldies. We don't seem to be getting any prettier with age ? Regards, Red |
Russ Carrier enjoys a drink with me being a clown. Pom. Geoff,Nicky,Mick,Nola,Carol & Neroli at book launch. Nicky |
Sydneyites can't Spell |
hey bob,does anyone know red forbes email address,the one on the adg site does not
seem to work,thanks mate the brode |
Pom ,just been through the above rolls and i did'nt even get a mention, so here my postings.Vungas, May69 to 70. 9SQUADRON slicks, 06 Nov 69 to 06 May 70.Ubon,the same time as all the other adgies. Regards, Arthur ( kowtong ) Gordon. Also mate,you can include my email adress on the website.Hope this email finds you well. |
Pom My new e mail address is pan.zebrof@bigpond.com I have informed The Brode ! Red |
Minister for Veterans Affairs Mailing List, VA188 Thursday 6 December 2007 POSITIVE IDENTIFICATION OF AUSSIE DIGGER IN VIETNAM Minister for Veterans Affairs, Alan Griffin, today announced that an Australian Government team working in Vietnam has positively identified remains recovered in the Minh Dam Mountains (formerly Long Hai Hills) Vung Tau Province as those of Lance Corporal John Francis Gillespie. This brave soldier was killed on the 17 April 1971 when the helicopter in which he was travelling was shot down by enemy fire. Lance Corporal Gillespie, who was pinned beneath the helicopter by his lower limbs, was unable to be rescued from the ensuing intense fire despite the efforts of other crew members. Heavy enemy activity in the area prevented recovery of LCPL Gillespies remains before the Australian forces withdrawal from Vietnam. The Australian Government team, including two members of Operation Aussies Home, located the remains during a complete and thorough archaeological excavation of the site, which had been located by Mr Peter Aylett, of Operation Aussies Home, in February 2004. The family of Lance Corporal Gillespie have been advised of the latest developments and the Australian Government is committed to respecting their wishes in regards to repatriation to Australia and appropriate funeral arrangements. This process will hopefully be concluded before Christmas. The family of Lance Corporal Gillespie has asked that the media respect their privacy at this difficult time. "Lance Corporal Gillespie lost his life while serving our country and I am pleased that these collaborative efforts can bring closure to his family after so many years," Mr Griffin said. Australia is grateful to the Vietnamese authorities who have greatly assisted the Australian Government Team efforts in Vietnam. Their continued assistance in honouring these Australian soldiers is greatly appreciated. I am also grateful to Operation Aussies Home, led by Mr Jim Bourke, who have worked tirelessly for many years to locate these remains as well as the remains of Lance Corporal Parker and Private Gillson who were repatriated to Australia in June this year, Mr Griffin said. Finally, LCPL Gillespie was a brave digger who gave his life for our country. We honour him and will commemorate his return to Australia with dignity and according to his familys wishes. Media inquiries: Minister Griffin - Kym Connolly 0420 962 102 Gillespie Family - Jim Bourke (Operation Aussies Home) 0412 826 744 |
Hi this is Allan (Goose) Martin, ADG basic course 1/89 2AFDS 1989-1994 1AFDS 1995-1997 can you please add me to the Email address page on the adgies.net catweazel@hotmail.com thanks GooSe Martin |
Ladies & Gentlemen, Here are the details for arrangements for the Late L/Cpl John F. Gillespie who was lost in the Long Hai hills SVN on 17APR71 when a 9 Sqn Dustoff was shot down. The retrieval group will accept John's remains from the Vietnamese Government on Monday the 17th December. His remains will arrive at Melbourne - Avalon on Wednesday 19th December at 1000 hours. The funeral will take place on Saturday 22nd December. The Service will be Requiem Mass at 1030 hours at St. Anthony's R/C Church, 78 Grange Road, Glen Huntley, Vic, 3163. The service will be followed at Springvale Cemetary, Princes Highway, Springvale, Vic, 3171. A gathering is planned for the Noble Park RSL, 1138 Heatherton Road, Noble Park Vic 3174. For further information contact Jim Bourke (representing the Gillespie Family) 0412 826 744. Members attending are requested to wear their medals or minitures. Steve Hartigan Assistant National Secretary |
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Pom I am not sure whether people are aware, but WGCDR John (Shaky) Littlewood (Retd) passed away on 29 November 2007 in Nanoose Bay BC Canada after a brief illness. His funeral was held in Canada on 7 December 2007. Shakey served as a Ground Defence Officer from the mid 70's until his retirement from the RAAF in 2000. John moved to Canada shortly thereafter with his wife. RIP R Cooper R.F. COOPER Group Captain Chief of Staff Defence Education, Training & Development Branch CP1-6-161 (02)6266 3542 |
Here are the details for arrangements for the Late L/Cpl John F. Gillespie who was
lost in the Long Hai hills SVN on 17APR71 when a 9 Sqn Dustoff was shot down.
The retrieval group will accept John's remains from the Vietnamese Government on Monday the 17th December. His remains will arrive at Melbourne - Avalon on Wednesday 19th December at 1000 hours. The funeral will take place on Saturday 22nd December. The Service will be Requiem Mass at 1030 hours at St. Anthony's R/C Church, 78 Grange Road, Glen Huntley, Vic, 3163. The service will be followed at Springvale Cemetery, Princes Highway, Springvale, Vic, 3171. A gathering is planned for the Noble Park RSL, 1138 Heatherton Road, Noble Park Vic 3174. For further information contact Jim Bourke (representing the Gillespie Family) 0412 826 744. Members attending are requested to wear their medals or miniatures. |
G'Day Guys, Still alive and well, I hope everyone has a safe christmas and a happy new year. I am currently at Camp Fallujah with the USMC as the Anti Terrorism Force Protection Guard Commander, its pretty cold and dusty (soon to be vey muddy) Stay Safe Mick Sloan "Wombat" |