SUMMARY
SP4 Kasten died
in Hua Nghia, South Vietnam
on 5/7/1967
during the Vietnam War - Battle for Cu Chi
as a member of HQ-Recon Platoon
.
The soldier's injury type or status was recorded as 'Other Explosive Device'.
Kasten
originated from Ripon, Wisconsin
.
DETAILS
On May 07, 1967, the battalion continued S&D operations and the securing of engineer activities. At 0840 hours, an APC from the Recon Platoon hit an AT mine. One Bobcat was killed and three were wounded by the explosion.
