SUMMARY
SGT Newton died
in Hua Nghia, South Vietnam
on 6/7/1967
during the Vietnam War - Battle for Cu Chi
as a member of Bravo Company
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Multiple Fragmentation Wounds'.
Newton
originated from New York, New York
.
DETAILS
On June 07, 1967, the battalion(-) conducted roadrunner operations between Bao Trai and Cu Chi on Highway 8A. An APC from Company B hit a mine and burned. Six Bobcats were killed. Two of the bodies burned inside the track and could not be recovered until later in the day. Elements of the battalion also conducted a seal and search of Tho Mo on Highway 10, between Bao Trai and Duc Hoa. Elements also continued security missions in the area.
