SUMMARY
SGT Laxson died
in Hua Nghia, South Vietnam
on 8/15/1969
during the Vietnam War
as a member of Bravo Company
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Other Explosive Device'.
Laxson
originated from Denton, Texas
.
DETAILS
On August 15, 1969, the Recon Platoon conducted operations southeast of Cu Chi Base Camp in the area of XT 672122. Company C conducted a sweep south of the junction of Highways 1 and 7A in the area of XT 561142. At 1152 hours, Company B requested a Dust-off 2 kilometers northwest of Thai My at XT 518168. Two Bobcats from the company had been wounded and one was killed when a booby trapped hand grenade was tripped and detonated.
