SUMMARY
CPL Rathbun died
in Cambodia
on 5/20/1970
during the Vietnam War - Cambodia Incursion
as a member of Alpha Company
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Multiple Fragmentation Wounds'.
Rathbun
originated from Grandview, Missouri
.
DETAILS
On May 20, 1970, at 0955 hours, Company A received small arms and RPG fire from an unknown size enemy force southeast of Dar at XU 223003. Fire was returned with organic weapons and a helicopter light fire team with unknown results. The enemy broke contact at 1045 hours. Two Bobcats from Company A were killed and five were wounded in the fight.
At 1245 hours, Company A received fire from individuals in a bunker. The fire was returned with organic weapons, air strikes with napalm and helicopter light fire teams. Enemy fire ceased at 1415 hours.
