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Post by Anonymous Vet on Dec 10, 2002 12:58:50 GMT -5
The duster was a powerful weapon. It could fire 240 explosive rounds per minutes to an effective range of 2,000 yards, and unlike field artillery, could rapidly shift fires to engage moving targets. Although obsolete as anti-aircraft weaponry, and not needed in Vietnam for air defense, it was ideal for smashing ground attacks, thus in demand for protecting truck convoys and firebases.
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Post by Adam L Pennington on Feb 10, 2003 2:50:24 GMT -5
My father served with the "Dusters" in 1970 and 71. Unfortunately, he never receive his medals/awards for his service. His name is Thomas "Jerry" Pennington. Anyone who served with him should feel free to email me.....kjmdrumz3@aol.com I have heard many comments of the "Dusters" from my father, the most common one being "We were bad!" Again, anyone who served with him or anyone with information regarding recovery of medals/awards....please email me!!! thanks
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Post by Frisbee on Feb 10, 2003 19:44:15 GMT -5
This can help you get your Dad's awards and decorations
Any individual who wants to have their awards and decorations
reviewed and a replacement (one-time) set issued can write to: NPRC, 9700
Page Avenue, St Louis, MO 63132-5000. Upon receipt NPRC will access the
appropriate records, attach the request, and send the case to AFPC to
work. Include name, Service Number, SSAN, inclusive dates in the service,
DD Forms 214 if available, and current mailing address. Ask that the
records be reviewed for additional unit or individual awards and
decorations not reflected on the DD Form 214, correction of the DD Form
214, and issuance of a complete replacement set of awards and decorations
if desired. Veterans should expect to wait at least four-six months for a
response.
Good luck, Frisbee
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