SUMMARY
PFC Belanger died
in Hua Nghia, South Vietnam
on 9/13/1969
during the Vietnam War
as a member of Charlie Company
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Gun, Small Arms Fire'.
Belanger
originated from Auburn, Maine
.
DETAILS
On September 13, 1969, an element from Company C had established an ambush position outside the Cu Chi Base Camp with members of the 167th Popular Forces Company. The ambush was set up at XT 668145, southeast of the base camp. At 2153 hours, hand grenades were thrown into the ambush position. Two Bobcats from Company C were killed and one ARVN soldier was killed. One ARVN soldier was also wounded.
