Donald K. Flack
Sgt. USMC Vietnam
1963-1967

 

Donald Flack smiling in his military gear within the camp

 

Donald Flack smiling years after the war

 

Don attended Avionics Schools in 1964. He was then deployed to a new Marine Air Base-- Chu Lai from 1965-1966 to be closer to the enemy (South of Da Nang). His unit was heavily outnumbered by enemy the entire tour. Their planes were A-4 Skyhawks. He spent his final year at Camp Pendleton, CA training Huey Helicopter Squadrons headed for Vietnam.

Medals earned: Presidential Unit Commendation. Marine Unit Commendation. 8 various other medals.

 

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