SUMMARY
PFC Scherer died
in Tay Ninh, South Vietnam
on 1/3/1968
during the Vietnam War
as a member of Alpha Company
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Other Explosive Device'.
Scherer
originated from Victoria, Texas
.
DETAILS
On January 03, 1968, Company A provided security for a Fire Support Base located at XS 728926. An APC from Company A detonated an AT mine killing three Bobcats and wounding several others. The remainder of the task force conducted RIF operations in the area.