This page is dedicated to everyone who served, or was served at the 71st Evacuation Hospital in Pleiku, Republic of Vietnam from 1966 to 1970. 

Everyone at the 71st gave everything they had to deliver what we felt was the best medical care available anywhere in-country.  From the doctors, nurses and medics to the cooks and administrative personnel, everyone's Job #1 was the patient. There was something very special about the people at the 71st. 

Maybe the stars were aligned just perfectly when we were assigned to the 71st, or maybe the Army, in its' infinite wisdom (...pardon the uncontrolled laughter....) selected the best and brightest it had and gathered them in the Central Highlands at just the time when they would be needed most.  Whatever the cause, the effect was a tremendous medical, nursing and medic staff.

In contacting many I served with, I'm astounded at the breadth and depth of their post-Vietnam accomplishments.  It's truly humbling and, at the same time, gratifying to have worked with them once upon a time.

To the wounded who came through our doors, I hope you are well. 
You are true heroes and we were honored to help you.

To the aircrews who faced "the Dragon" in bringing in so many wounded patients safely, "Thanks for your courage and dedication to your mission".  

Reunion Information

Please sign the 71st EVAC guestbook, everyone would appreciate 
hearing from you:

Links
Vietnam Womens Memorial

RJ Smith's Vietnam Page (Pleiku Map)

20th Engineer Battalion Page

Country Joe McDonald (Country Joe and the Fish)

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