SUMMARY
SP4 Colopy died
in Hua Nghia, South Vietnam
on 4/23/1967
during the Vietnam War - Battle for Cu Chi
as a member of Charlie Company
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Other Explosive Device'.
Colopy
originated from Danville, Ohio
.
DETAILS
On April 23, 1967, the 1/5th(M) secured an LZ in the area of XT 5331 for the 1/27th Infantry. The battalion also secured routes of communication. Three APCs detonated AT mines resulting in two Bobcats from Company C being killed and three wounded.