SUMMARY
SP4 Swensgard died
in Hua Nghia, South Vietnam
on 9/21/1967
during the Vietnam War
as a member of Bravo Company
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Other Explosive Device'.
Swensgard
originated from Fort Benton, Montana
.
DETAILS
On September 21, 1967, Co C, 2/27th Infantry provided security for engineer operations in the Loc Giang area. The 1/5th(M)(-) conducted S&D operations and saturation night ambush activities in the area. Company B was still the Cu Chi Base reaction force, but provided one platoon for security of engineer operations. At 0730 hours, an APC from Company B detonated an AT mine near Xom Thap at XT 543169. Two Bobcats were killed and four were wounded.
